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Step-by-Step Guide: How to Download Your DEB ID Card from deb.ugc.ac.in

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If you’re a student enrolled in a UGC-approved Open or Distance Learning (ODL) or Online Education programme, your DEB (Distance Education Bureau) ID Card is a vital credential issued through the official UGC DEB portal –deb.ugc.ac.in. To learn how to download your DEB ID Card, follow the instructions on the portal. This ID confirms your enrolment and provides legitimacy to your educational status.

In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through how to create your ABC ID, generate your DEB ID, download your DEB ID Card online, and how to get it printed for long-lasting use.

Step 1: Create Your Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) ID

  1. Visit https://www.digilocker.gov.in/
  2. Sign up or log in with your mobile number and OTP.
  3. Generate your ABC ID by linking your academic credentials.
  4. Note your ABC ID for use on the DEB portal.

Direct link: Generate ABC ID

Step 2: Generate Your DEB ID on deb.ugc.ac.in

  1. Go to the official UGC DEB portal: https://deb.ugc.ac.in/StudentDEBID
  2. Enter your ABC ID.
  3. Fill in required details like your email ID and mobile number.
  4. Agree to the declaration.
  5. Click Submit to generate your DEB ID.

Step 3: Download Your DEB ID Card

  1. After generating your DEB ID, return to the homepage: https://deb.ugc.ac.in
  2. Click on the Student Corner.
  3. Select Download DEB ID Card.
  4. Enter your credentials (DEB ID/ABC ID, Date of Birth, etc.).
  5. Click Download to save your DEB ID Card PDF.

What to Do After Downloading

After downloading the DEB ID Card PDF, you can either keep it digitally or get a physical card printed. We highly recommend printing it on PVC for durability and wallet-size convenience.

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Important Notes

  • Ensure your ABC ID is generated before applying for the DEB ID.
  • Double-check all personal and academic details.
  • For discrepancies, contact your university or the UGC DEB helpdesk.

Conclusion

Downloading your DEB ID Card is a quick and easy process through the deb.ugc.ac.in portal. Make sure to first generate your ABC ID via DigiLocker, then use it to register and download your DEB ID. Once downloaded, ensure you print it professionally for long-term use. Whether you’re applying for exams, verifications, or internships, a physical PVC card version of your DEB ID is a smart and reliable choice.

🎥 Need help visually? Watch this guide: How to Create DEB ID For Open and Distance Learning (YouTube)

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