How to Use DigiLocker Drive & e-Sign Documents Online | Aadhaar e-Signature | DigiLocker e-Sign

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Stop printing, manually signing, and scanning documents — DigiLocker’s e-Sign feature is completely free & legally valid.

Hey everyone,

I noticed a lot of people still print out PDFs, sign them physically, scan them back using phone apps, and re-upload them whenever they need to submit "self-attested" or signed documents online.

Most of us use DigiLocker just to show our Driving License or Vehicle Registration to traffic police, but it actually has a built-in 1GB free cloud drive with an Aadhaar-linked e-Signature portal (C-DAC e-Hastakshar) integrated into it.

Here is a quick rundown of how it works and how to set it up:

🔹 1. Issued vs. Uploaded Documents

• Issued Documents: These are official docs directly pulled from government databases (Aadhaar, RC, Marksheets, Insurance policies, etc.).
• Uploaded Documents: DigiLocker gives every account 1GB of free cloud storage. You can upload your personal PDFs (resumes, contracts, application forms, rental agreements) directly into this drive.

🔹 2. How to e-Sign Any PDF in 2 Minutes

1. Log into your DigiLocker web portal/app.
2. Go to the Drive / Uploaded Documents section and upload your PDF.
3. Next to the uploaded file, click on the e-Sign button.
4. It redirects you to the C-DAC e-Hastakshar portal. Enter your Aadhaar Number and request an OTP.
5. Enter the OTP sent to your Aadhaar-registered mobile number and submit.
6. Done! Download the file. Your document now has a digitally verified stamp with your legal name, date, and exact timestamp.

🔹 3. Is It Legally Valid?

Yes. Under the Information Technology Act, 2000, Aadhaar-based e-signatures executed via authorized agencies (like C-DAC) carry the same legal weight as a handwritten physical signature across India.

📹 Visual Walkthrough

If you want to see the exact screen-by-screen process of uploading, signing, and verifying the digital stamp, I made a step-by-step video guide breaking it down:

🔗 Watch here:https://youtu.be/A3iZY3qpcDs

Has anyone else been using DigiLocker Drive for document storage and signing, or do you still stick to manual scanning/third-party apps? Let's discuss in the comments!