The Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA) initiative has empowered millions of rural citizens in India with digital literacy. After successfully completing the PMGDISHA training and passing the exam, candidates receive a digital certificate that serves as proof of their newly acquired digital skills.
While the certificate is available digitally, many candidates may want to print it for personal use, as a physical copy, or for official purposes. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to print your PMGDISHA certificate from DigiLocker.
Step 1: Verify Your PMGDISHA Exam Results
Before you can print your PMGDISHA certificate, ensure that you have successfully completed the training and passed the exam. After passing the exam, your certificate will be available in your DigiLocker account. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) facilitates the digital storage and retrieval of certificates through DigiLocker.
If you haven’t received your certificate yet, it may still be in the verification process, so ensure you’re eligible before proceeding with printing.
Step 2: Access Your DigiLocker Account
DigiLocker is the official platform where your PMGDISHA certificate is stored. You’ll need to log in to your DigiLocker account to access your certificate.
Steps to Access DigiLocker:
- Go to the DigiLocker Website: Visit the official DigiLocker website by navigating to DigiLocker.
- Login to Your Account:
- If you already have a DigiLocker account, log in using your Aadhaar number and OTP (One-Time Password) sent to your registered mobile number.
- If you don’t have an account, you can create one by selecting the Sign Up option and following the registration process.
- Locate PMGDISHA Certificate:
- Once logged in, go to the Issued Documents section on your DigiLocker dashboard.
- In this section, you will find your PMGDISHA Certificate issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
Step 3: Download Your PMGDISHA Certificate
Before printing, you’ll need to download your certificate to your device.
Steps to Download:
- Click on the Certificate: Once you find the PMGDISHA certificate in your DigiLocker account, click on it to view it in full-screen mode.
- Download the Certificate:
- In the viewing window, you’ll see an option to Download the certificate. Click on the download icon (usually represented by a downward arrow).
- The certificate will be downloaded as a PDF file to your device.
Step 4: Print Your PMGDISHA Certificate
Once you have the PMGDISHA certificate downloaded to your device, you can print it. Follow the steps below to print your certificate:
Steps to Print:
- Open the PDF File: Locate the downloaded PMGDISHA certificate PDF on your device and double-click to open it.
- Check Printer Setup:
- Ensure your printer is connected to your device and has enough paper and ink.
- If you’re printing remotely or using a cloud printer, make sure the correct printer is selected.
- Print the Certificate:
- On the PDF viewer (such as Adobe Acrobat Reader or any other PDF reader), click on the Print option (usually represented by a printer icon or you can press Ctrl+P on Windows or Cmd+P on macOS).
- Select the printer and set any necessary print preferences (such as the number of copies, page orientation, etc.).
- Click Print to begin printing the certificate.
Step 5: Verify Printed Certificate
Once your certificate is printed, ensure that all the details are clear and legible. The following information should be clearly visible on the printed certificate:
- Name of the Candidate
- Date of Birth
- PMGDISHA Exam Score
- Certificate Number
- Date of Issuance
- Digital Signature (for authentication)
If any of these details appear blurry or distorted, consider printing the certificate again or adjusting your printer settings.
Step 6: Use Your PMGDISHA Certificate
After successfully printing the PMGDISHA certificate, you can use it for various purposes, including:
- Job Applications: Include the certificate as part of your employment portfolio to showcase your digital literacy skills.
- Educational Purposes: Submit the certificate as proof of your digital literacy skills when applying for further education or training programs.
- Personal Records: Keep a physical copy of the certificate for your own records as evidence of your accomplishment.
Troubleshooting Tips
- No Certificate in DigiLocker:
- If your certificate is not available in DigiLocker, make sure that you have passed the PMGDISHA exam.
- If there is a delay, contact the PMGDISHA support team through the official PMGDISHA Contact Page or consult the helpdesk at your local CSC (Common Services Centre).
- Unable to Download the Certificate:
- Check your internet connection if the download is not working.
- Try using a different browser or clearing your browser cache.
- Printer Issues:
- Ensure that your printer is connected and configured correctly.
- If the printer does not print, check the print queue and restart the printer.
- Incorrect Details on Certificate:
- In case of any discrepancies or errors in the details of the certificate (such as misspelled name or wrong exam details), contact the PMGDISHA support team to resolve the issue.
Conclusion
Printing your PMGDISHA certificate is a simple and straightforward process, thanks to DigiLocker. Once you’ve completed the training and exam, you can easily access and print your certificate to have a physical record of your digital literacy skills.
By following the steps outlined in this blog, you can download, print, and use your PMGDISHA certificate for educational, professional, and personal purposes. Ensure that all your details are correct and keep your certificate in a safe place for future use.
For any issues related to PMGDISHA certificates or if you encounter difficulties during the download and print process, you can reach out to the official PMGDISHA support via the PMGDISHA Contact Page.