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A missing certificate or a small mistake on a form can cost a student a scholarship or a seat. Find the document you need below: who needs it, a short guide, and the official website to apply on.

ID cards and documents at a glance

The documents students and families need most often, who needs them, and where to apply. Read our short guide, then apply on the official website. Never pay an agent to get these.

DocumentWho needs itOfficial website
Aadhaar: update your address Everyone. Keep the address and mobile number up to date myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
Birth certificate Every child: school admission, Aadhaar, ration card crstn.org (opens in a new tab)
Community, income, nativity and first graduate certificates Students applying for scholarships, admissions and concessions tnesevai.tn.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
Smart family card (ration card) Every family, for rations and many schemes tnpds.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
Bank account (Jan Dhan) Students for scholarships, and every family pmjdy.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
Scholarship registration (NSP) Students applying for central scholarships scholarships.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
Health insurance (CMCHIS and Ayushman card) Families, and everyone aged 70 or over cmchistn.com (opens in a new tab)
Free bus pass School and college students; free travel for women and persons with disabilities mtcbus.tn.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
Voter ID Everyone turning 18 voters.eci.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
PAN card Job seekers, workers and anyone filing income tax incometax.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
Employment office registration Job seekers after Class 10, 12 or college tnvelaivaaippu.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
National Career Service Job seekers looking for jobs and job fairs ncs.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
Driving licence From 16 for a gearless two-wheeler; 18 for a car sarathi.parivahan.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
UDID disability card Persons with disabilities, for scholarships and concessions swavlambancard.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
e-Shram card Unorganised workers aged 16 to 59, such as daily-wage and farm workers eshram.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
DigiLocker Everyone: keep marksheets and certificates safe on your phone digilocker.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
Train tickets Students and job seekers travelling for exams and interviews irctc.co.in (opens in a new tab)
Passport Anyone planning to study or work abroad passportindia.gov.in (opens in a new tab)
Sports: Khelo India Students who play sports: talent search and Khelo India centres kheloindia.gov.in (opens in a new tab)

Official links checked on 2 October 2026. Rules and fees can change: always confirm on the official website.

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How to book a train ticket online

Book train tickets on the IRCTC website or app, why Tatkal bookings need Aadhaar authentication, how to buy unreserved tickets, and the Rail Madad 139 helpline.

1 min read · Checked 2 October 2026

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How to get a driving licence

Get a learner's licence online on the Parivahan Sarathi website, pass the driving test after a month, and get your licence. Ages, documents and official fees.

1 min read · Checked 2 October 2026

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How to get a PAN card

Get a free instant e-PAN with your Aadhaar on the Income Tax website, or a printed PAN card for Rs 107 through Protean or UTIITSL, including PAN for minors.

1 min read · Checked 2 October 2026

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How to get your Voter ID card

Turning 18? Apply for your Voter ID free on the Election Commission's voter portal or the Voter Helpline app using Form 6, and correct or shift it with Form 8.

1 min read · Checked 2 October 2026

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Register at the employment office in Tamil Nadu

Register online with the Tamil Nadu employment exchange, renew it every 3 years, see who gets unemployment assistance, and use the free National Career Service.

1 min read · Checked 2 October 2026

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How to update your address in Aadhaar

Update the address in your Aadhaar online on myAadhaar for Rs 75, or at an Aadhaar centre in a post office or bank, with the proof documents UIDAI accepts.

1 min read · Checked 2 October 2026

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How to fill online application forms without mistakes

A checklist for filling scholarship and government forms online without mistakes: matching names, Aadhaar and bank seeding, uploads, deadlines and saving proof.

3 min read · Checked 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions

Are these guides free?

Yes. Every guide on SEEDbridge is free to read, and SEEDbridge never charges students or families for help with applications.

How does SEEDbridge check the information?

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What should I do if I find a mistake?

Use the "Report a mistake" link at the end of any guide, or email contact@seedbridge.org. We correct errors as quickly as we can.