Registering for DigiYatra streamlines the airport journey, enhancing convenience, security, and efficiency. Travelers are advised to complete registration ahead of travel to maximize the benefits of paperless, biometric-based boarding and verification. For full details and app download, visit the official Digi Yatra website: AAI DigiYatra.
DigiYatra is India’s government-initiated digital travel platform designed to simplify airport procedures. Operational at major airports such as Delhi, Bengaluru, and Varanasi, it uses facial recognition technology for efficient identity verification, aiming to reduce waiting times and enhance passenger convenience.
The initiative allows travelers to link their government-issued identity documents, boarding passes, and biometric data to enjoy a paperless airport experience. With more airports joining the network, DigiYatra is increasingly central to India’s vision for modernized air travel.
Register for DigiYatra ID Online
Download the DigiYatra App
Passengers must first download the official DigiYatra app via Google Play Store (Android) or Apple App Store (iOS). Compatible devices require Android version 8.0+ or iOS version 14.2+.
Begin Registration
Open the app and select ‘Get Started’. Enter your mobile number and verify it through the OTP sent. This establishes your initial account for DigiYatra services.
Link Identity Documents
Navigate to ‘Wallet > Identity Credentials’ to link your Aadhaar or DigiLocker account.
- Aadhaar: Authenticate with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- DigiLocker: Login to link your credentials from your DigiLocker account.
This ensures secure storage of identity information for biometric verification.
Facial Recognition Setup
Capture a clear selfie for facial recognition. Ensure your face is unobstructed to enable accurate matching across airport checkpoints.
Upload Travel Details
Upload your boarding pass or itinerary to link your DigiYatra ID with your flight. This allows seamless verification at security and boarding gates.
Consent to Data Sharing
Consent to share identity and travel information with airport authorities. This step enables biometric processing at various checkpoints.
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Using DigiYatra on Travel Day
At the airport, proceed to DigiYatra gates. Facial recognition is used at entry, security, and boarding. Ensure your face is clearly visible. If verified successfully, passengers can bypass physical document checks for a faster, streamlined experience.
Benefits of DigiYatra
- Seamless Travel: Paperless airport experience with fewer document checks.
- Enhanced Security: Advanced facial recognition ensures identity verification.
- Time Efficiency: Shorter wait times at check-in, security, and boarding.
- Privacy Protection: Biometric data is used solely for verification and deleted within 24 hours after the flight.
Supported Airports
Currently operational at:
- Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi
- Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru
- Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad
- Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata.
Expansion plans include more domestic airports over the next months.
