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DigiLocker crosses 72 crore users, UMANG reaches over 11 crore users

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As of July 31, 2026, the DigiLocker platform has registered more than 72.43 crore users, enabling citizens to securely store and access a wide range of government-issued digital documents. Simultaneously, the UMANG mobile application – designed to provide access to multiple central and state government services through a unified interface – has recorded over 11.66 crore registered users. These milestones mark significant progress under the Digital India initiative in promoting digital governance and seamless digital service delivery.

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Key Facts

  • DigiLocker is a cloud-based digital locker system under the Digital India initiative, providing secure storage and access to over 5,437 types of government documents and certificates.
  • As of July 31, 2026, DigiLocker had over 72.43 crore registered users and recorded approximately 72.86 crore document access transactions in the past three years.
  • UMANG (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) offers a unified platform for accessing multiple government services, including 2,575 active services (880 central, 1,695 state).
  • UMANG had over 11.66 crore registered users and recorded around 798 crore transactions over the past three years as of July 31, 2026.
  • DigiLocker and UMANG platforms are integrated, enabling users to access a wide range of government services seamlessly and efficiently from a single platform.

Background & Context

Launched under the Digital India programme in July 2015, DigiLocker and UMANG represent cornerstone digital initiatives aimed at empowering citizens through technology. DigiLocker allows citizens to securely store and access government-issued certificates online, reducing reliance on physical documents and enhancing ease of verification. UMANG consolidates services from Central and State government departments into a single mobile application to simplify service delivery and promote digital governance.

The integration of DigiLocker with UMANG facilitates streamlined citizen-government interaction by enabling access to diverse services and documents through a unified interface, thereby fostering convenience and efficiency.

Why This Matters for Exams / Exam Relevance

Understanding DigiLocker and UMANG is vital for competitive exams covering topics such as Digital India, e-Governance, and Government Initiatives. Questions often focus on their objectives, features, user base, and role in enhancing digital service delivery in India. The platforms illustrate the government's focus on digital empowerment, efficiency, transparency, and inclusion in public service delivery.

Points to Remember

  • DigiLocker registered users: over 72.43 crore as of July 31, 2026.
  • DigiLocker hosts more than 5,400 document types, facilitating wide government document digitization.
  • UMANG registered users: over 11.66 crore as of July 31, 2026.
  • UMANG offers approximately 2,575 active government services across central and state levels.
  • Both platforms recorded high transaction volumes (DigiLocker: ~72.86 crore document accesses; UMANG: ~798 crore transactions in three years), indicating extensive adoption.
  • The integration between DigiLocker and UMANG enhances ease of access and broadens the range of services available on a single platform.
  • These digital platforms are key pillars of the Digital India mission aiming to improve governance and service delivery through technology.
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