You can now access the UMANG app features on DigiLocker

DigiLocker – the digitized wallet platform of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) – will gain additional functionalities with the integration of the UMANG app. MeitY says it will allow users to access and manage multiple government services, such as access to personal and official documents, on one platform, increasing user convenience. Although it is initially only available on Android, future rollout on the iOS platform has also been confirmed.

DigiLocker gets UMANG app integration

In a press editionthe National e-Governance Department (NeGD) has announced the integration of the UMANG app on DigiLocker. This move is said to make the process of interacting with the government easier, MeitY said. Users can now access services related to AADHAAR, PAN, EPFO, certificates, pensions, utilities, public complaints, health and wellness, 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:

1. Users must update their DigiLocker app to the latest version
2. Then open the DigiLocker app on the Android device
3. Tap on the UMANG icon visible in the DigiLocker app
4. Install the UMANG app from the Google Play Store when prompted

This feature is currently only available on the DigiLocker app for Android due to the unavailability of the UMANG app on the iOS platform. However, MeitY says the iOS expansion is also in the works. Gadgets 360 employees were able to verify the availability of UMANG app features on DigiLocker.

Recent DigiLocker updates

In a recent move, the Indian Railways reportedly integrated its hiring portal with the DigiLocker app. It aims to reduce the recruitment process from the current period of 18 to 24 months to just six months. The document verification process is now said to be entirely based on DigiLocker. In addition, medical check-up calls and appointment letters are also sent via the digital portal.