If you’re planning a trip to the sacred Char Dham sites—Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri—or Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand, biometric registration is mandatory.

How to Register for Char Dham Yatra

The registration process is simple and accessible, with both online and offline options available. The government has made it easier for pilgrims by introducing a user-friendly system. Below is a detailed guide to help you complete the Char Dham and Hemkund Sahib registration online.

Registration is Now Open!

Starting March 20, both online and offline registration will be available. You can also register via the state tourism department’s mobile app. A token system might be introduced for general darshans, while special prayers (like Rudrabhishek) will require online registration.

🚨 Update: Offline registration will start soon.

💰 Good news! There is no fee for Char Dham registration.

Can You Register for Char Dham Yatra Online?

Yes! You can avoid long queues by completing your biometric registration online. Just visit the official Char Dham registration website and follow the simple steps below.

Ways to Register for Char Dham Yatra (2025)

You can complete the registration through:

1️⃣ Online Website: registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in
2️⃣ Mobile App: Download the Tourist Care Uttarakhand app from Google Play or Apple App Store
3️⃣ WhatsApp: Send “Yatra” to +91-9634510832, 7838688488
4️⃣ Helpline: Call the toll-free number 0135-1364

Verification Process at Char Dham

Upon arrival at the temple, you’ll need to complete physical verification. This can be done in three ways:

✅ Scanning the QR code on your wristband
✅ Using the mobile app
✅ Presenting your downloaded Yatra Registration Letter

Step-by-Step Guide to Char Dham Online Registration

If you’re new to this process, follow these easy steps to complete your registration:

1️⃣ Visit the Official Website

Go to 👉 registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in

2️⃣ Register Yourself

Click “Login/Register” and choose:
🔹 Individual (Self)
🔹 Family (Self + Family)
🔹 Tour Operator

3️⃣ Create Your Account

Fill in:
✔️ Full name
✔️ Mobile number
✔️ Registration type (Tour Operator/Individual/Family)
✔️ Password (Create & Confirm)

Click Sign Up. Already registered? Just log in with your mobile number & password.

4️⃣ Plan Your Tour

✅ Click “Create/Manage Tour Info”“Add New Tour”
✅ Select tour type & enter details:

Click Save.

5️⃣ Add Pilgrims

Click “Add Pilgrim”, then enter:
✔️ Name, Age, Gender
✔️ Contact Details
✔️ Emergency Contact
✔️ Travel Mode (e.g., private car, public transport)
✔️ Upload a passport-size photo & ID proof

Click Save & Finish.

6️⃣ Download Your Yatra Registration Letter

Once registered, download the Yatra Registration Letter (PDF with QR code). You’ll also get an SMS confirmation with your unique ID.

7️⃣ Verification at Char Dham

Before entering a temple, a Yatrimitra will verify your registration using:
✅ The QR code
✅ The SMS confirmation

After verification, you’ll receive a Yatri Certificate in your login account.

Where to Register Offline of Chardham Yatra

If you prefer in-person registration, visit one of the following physical registration centers in Uttarakhand:

📍 Haridwar (Rahi Hotel, Railway Station)
📍 Dehradun (RTO Office)
📍 Rishikesh (ISBT)
📍 Sonprayag, Kedarnath, Phatta, Gaurikund
📍 Joshimath, Govindghat, Badrinath, Hemkund Sahib
📍 Hina, Uttarkashi, Jankichatti, Gangotri, Yamunotri

Emergency Helpline Numbers

📞 Tourist Helpline: 0135 – 2559898, 2552627, 0135 – 3520100
📞 Toll-Free Number: 1364 (For Other States: 0 135 1364)

🚔 Emergency Services (24/7)
👮 Police: 112
🚒 Fire: 101
🚑 Ambulance: 108
👩‍🦰 Women’s Helpline: 1090
🛕 Tourism Helpline: 0135-2559898

Why is Biometric Registration Required?

After the devastating 2013 Uttarakhand floods, the government made biometric registration mandatory to:

✅ Track pilgrim movements
✅ Improve disaster response
✅ Enhance security
✅ Provide better management of the yatra

So, before you start your journey, make sure to register!

Documents Required for Registration of Chardham Yatra

Whether online or offline, you’ll need:
📱 Mobile number
🆔 Any government-issued ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Driving License, or Passport)

Can You Register Offline?

Yes! If you’re traveling last-minute, you can register at the offline centers listed above.

👉 For a safe and smooth journey, complete your Char Dham Registration today! 🙏✨

 

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