Big Update from CBSE 2025: No APAAR ID Needed for LOC Submission This Year – What Parents and Schools Must Know

If you are a student, parent, or school administrator following CBSE updates, there is some important news you should know.
For the academic session 2025-2026, CBSE has made a thoughtful and much-needed change regarding the APAAR ID.

But first, what is this APAAR ID all about?

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What Is APAAR ID and Why Does It Matter?

APAAR stands for Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry.
Think of it like a digital identity card for students – a unique ID that stays with them throughout their academic journey.
This initiative is part of the government’s effort to bring all student records under a single, secure system, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

With an APAAR ID, students enjoy many benefits:

✅ One single academic identity for life

✅ Easier transitions from school to higher studies

✅ Simple document verification for admissions and jobs

✅ Skill gap analysis to help improve learning

Sounds futuristic, right? But this time, CBSE is taking a realistic approach.

The New Relaxation: No Need to Provide APAAR ID for LOC (This Session Only!)

CBSE understands that many schools are facing challenges in generating APAAR IDs for all students.
These issues include:

• Data mismatches between school records and Aadhaar
• Time-consuming corrections and updates
• Lack of parental consent in some cases

So, to help everyone submit the List of Candidates (LOC) on time, CBSE has allowed a practical solution this year:

1. If parents refuse to give consent, schools can mark the APAAR field as “REFUSED”.
2. If there are other administrative or technical difficulties, schools can simply write “NOGEN” in the APAAR field.
3. Wherever APAAR ID is already available, schools should continue to include it.

This way, no student will be left behind just because of technical problems, while CBSE still encourages the long-term goal of having every student linked to an APAAR ID.

CBSE’s decision shows a balanced, humane approach to digital change.
Rather than forcing everyone to do it all at once, they are making space for reality — understanding that systems, processes, and people take time to catch up.

his update is a smart move by CBSE that blends technology with empathy.
It reflects the government’s effort to create a transparent, smooth, and student-friendly education system without adding extra stress.

So, if you are a parent, student, or school, don’t worry this time — but stay prepared for the future.
Embrace the digital change. Stay informed. And help make the transition easier for everyone.

For detailed official information, please refer to the original CBSE circular document attached below.