Char Dham Yatra Registration Guide

Mandatory Registration for Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri, and Hemkund Sahib

If you’re planning to visit Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri temples, or Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand, registration for the Char Dham circuit is mandatory.

The biometric registration process is simple and accessible, with both offline and online options available. The government has streamlined the process for travelers, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Below, you’ll find a detailed guide on how to complete your Char Dham and Hemkund Sahib registration online.

Char Dham Yatra Registration for 2025 is Now Open!

Starting March 20, online and offline registration for the Char Dham circuit will be available. Pilgrims can also register via the state tourism department’s mobile app. A token system may be implemented for general darshans, while online registration will be required for special prayers like Rudrabhishek.

Update: Offline registration will begin soon.

Important: There is no fee for Char Dham registration.

Can I Complete Char Dham Yatra Registration Online?

Yes! Avoid long queues by completing your biometric registration online. Simply visit the official Char Dham registration website and follow the easy steps provided.

Modes of Char Dham Registration (2025)

1. Online via the official portal: registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in

2. Mobile App: Download the Tourist Care Uttarakhand app (available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store)

3. WhatsApp: Send “Yatra” to +91-8394833833

4. Toll-Free Call: 0135-1364

Verification Process

During your visit, physical verification is required. This can be done by:

• Scanning the QR code on your allotted wristband

• Using the mobile app

• Presenting your downloaded TravelShrine Registration Letter

Char Dham Yatra Registration & Verification Steps:

1. Registration (Self / Family / Tour Operator)

2. Generation of TravelShrine Registration Letter (with QR code)

3. Verification at the Dhams

Official Website for Char Dham Registration

Registration & Tourist Care – Uttarakhand Tourism

Step-by-Step Guide for Online Char Dham Yatra Registration

If you’re new to the process or facing difficulties, follow this guide for a smooth registration experience. Ensure all personal details are accurate, as they are crucial for online darshan bookings.

Step 1: Visit the official Char Dham registration website.
Step 2: Review the Char Dham details and registration process.
Step 3: Click on “Login/Register.” Choose your registration type:

• Individual (Self)

• Family (Self and Family)

• Tour Operator

Step 4: For a new account, enter:

• Full name

• Mobile number

• Registration type

• Password & confirmation
  Click “Sign Up.”

Step 5: If already registered, log in using your mobile number, password, and captcha. Click “Sign In.”

Step 6: After logging in, your dashboard will display your name.

Step 7: Click “Create/Manage Tour Info” to plan your trip.

Step 8: Select “Add New Tour.”

Step 9: Fill in:

• Tour type

• Tour name

• Duration (entry & exit dates)

• Number of travelers

• Specific tour dates for each destination

Step 10: Click “Save.”

Step 11: Your tour will be created.

Step 12: To add pilgrims, click “Add Pilgrim.”

Step 13: The “Registration of Tourist” form will appear. Enter traveler details:

• Full Name*

• Age*

• Gender*

• Email

• Mobile number (to be carried during travel)

• Country, address, city, district, state

• Emergency contact details

• Profession (if applicable)

• Mode of travel (e.g., private car)

• Driver & vehicle details (if applicable)

• Upload passport-sized photo & ID proof

Step 14: Click “Save & Next” for additional travelers or “Finish” to complete registration.

Step 15: Download the Shrine Registration Letter (contains a unique QR code). An SMS with your unique ID will also be sent.

Step 16: Keep the registration letter or SMS handy during your trip.

Step 17: Before entry, a Yatrimitra will verify your registration via SMS or QR code.

Step 18: After verification, you’ll receive a Yatri Certificate in your account.

Step 19: For a safe journey, register via registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in or download the Tourist Care Uttarakhand app.

Offline Registration Centers in Uttarakhand

If you prefer offline registration, visit any of these centers for assistance:

• Rahi Hotel, Haridwar

• Haridwar Railway Station

• Pahkhi, Chamoli

• Badrinath

• Hemkund Sahib

• Govindghat

• Joshimath

• RTO, Dehradun

• ISBT, Rishikesh

• Sonprayag

• Kedarnath

• Phatta

• Gaurikund

• Hina, Uttarkashi

• Jankichatti

• Gangotri

• Yamunotri

• Dobatta, Barkot

Tourist Helpline Numbers (7 AM – 9 PM)

• 0135-2559898, 2552627, 3520100

• Toll-Free: 1364 (For other states: 0135-1364)

Emergency Helpline (24×7)

• Police: 112

• Fire Brigade: 101

• Ambulance: 108

• Women Helpline: 1090

• Tourism/Yatra Control Room: 0135-2559898

• Tourist Info Service: 1364

Why is Biometric Registration Mandatory?

After the 2013 Uttarakhand floods, the government faced criticism for inadequate disaster preparedness. Tracking stranded pilgrims and contacting families was difficult. To improve safety, the state made biometric registration compulsory starting in 2014. This system helps monitor pilgrim movement, enhance security, and streamline emergency response.

Documents Required for Registration

For both online and offline registration, you’ll need:

• Mobile number

• Valid ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Passport, or Driving License)

Can I Register Offline?

Yes! If you missed online registration or made last-minute plans, visit any of the offline centers listed above for assistance.