DigiLocker — a digitized wallet platform operated by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) — gets additional functionality with the integration of the UMANG app. MeitY says it will enable users to access and manage multiple government services, such as access to personal and official documents, on a single platform, increasing user convenience. Although it is initially available only on Android, its future presentation on the iOS platform has also been confirmed.
DigiLocker gets UMANG app integration
In a press release, the National e-Governance Department (NeGD) announced the integration of the UMANG application on DigiLocker. The move is said to ease the process of interacting with the government, according to MeitY. Users will now be able to access services related to AADHAAR, PAN, EPFO, Certificates, Pension, Utilities, Public Grievances, Health & Welfare, Travel and more.
Announcing the integration, MeitY said: “DigiLocker has always been a pioneer in simplifying access to personal and official documents, and after integrating with UMANG, it has expanded the range of services you can access on the go.”
To start:
- Users should update their DigiLocker app to the latest version
- Next, open the DigiLocker app on your Android device
- Tap on the UMANG icon visible inside the DigiLocker app
- Install the UMANG app from the Google Play Store when prompted
This feature is currently only available in the DigiLocker app for Android due to the unavailability of the UMANG app on the iOS platform. However, MeitY says its iOS expansion is also in the works. Gadgets 360 staff members were able to check the availability of UMANG app features on DigiLocker.
Recent DigiLocker updates
In a recent move, Indian Railways has reportedly integrated its recruitment portal with the DigiLocker app. It aims to reduce the recruitment process from the current range of 18-24 months to just six months. The document verification process is now said to be based entirely on DigiLocker. Apart from this, calls for medical appointments and appointment letters will also be issued through the digital portal.
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