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Documents and IDs
The papers every child needs, and when.
| Document | When | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Birth certificate | Within 21 days | The single proof of date of birth for births from 1 October 2023 |
| U-WIN | From birth | Digital vaccine record, including HPV |
| ABHA health ID | Any age | Keeps health records in one place |
| Baal Aadhaar | Under 5 | Biometric updates at 5 and 15 |
| Sukanya Samriddhi / PPF | Girl under 10 (SSY) | Operated by a guardian |
| NPS Vatsalya | Under 18 | Minimum ₹250 a year; re-KYC at 18 |
| APAAR ID | At school | Needs parent consent |
| UDID card | If a disability applies | Unlocks benefits and exam accommodations |
| Wills, policies, marriage certificate | Ongoing | Keep in DigiLocker and as paper copies |
Primary Source: RBD (Amendment) Act 2023; UIDAI; MoHFW; Ministry of Education