CBSE Shifts to Digital Migration Certificates via DigiLocker for Classes 10 & 12  

In a significant move towards digital transformation, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that it will no longer issue physical copies of migration certificates to Class 10 and 12 students. Beginning this academic year, the board will provide digitally signed migration certificates through DigiLocker, the government’s secure digital platform for storing official documents.

According to the board, these digital certificates carry the same legal validity as printed versions and will be accepted by all higher educational institutions (HEIs) across the country. This change is in line with the University Grants Commission (UGC) directive, which encourages universities to recognize academic records available on the National Academic Depository (NAD) and DigiLocker.

In a move welcomed by students and parents alike, CBSE has also made the migration certificate available free of cost. Once the board announces the examination results, the certificates will be automatically uploaded to each student’s DigiLocker account, ensuring convenient and instant access.

For those who still prefer or require a physical copy during the transition period, CBSE has provided an alternative. Students can request printed copies through the Duplicate Academic Document System (DADS) portal at cbseit.in. Once verified, the document will be processed and dispatched to the student’s address.

Steps to Download CBSE Migration Certificate 2025 via DigiLocker:

1. Visit the DigiLocker website or open the mobile app.
2. Log in using registered credentials.
3. Set up your security PIN (if not already done).
4. Navigate to the ‘Issued Documents’ section.
5. Select CBSE Documents → Migration Certificate.
6. Download and save your certificate for future use.

To activate DigiLocker accounts, CBSE has introduced a six-digit access code, which schools will distribute to students. Those who haven’t received their code are advised to contact their respective school authorities.

This initiative marks another step forward in CBSE’s ongoing efforts to simplify academic processes and promote digital governance.