Kedarnath Yatra 2024: Check How To Make The Online And Offline Registration

Kedarnath Dham, considered a sacred place representing the deity Shiva, welcomes devotees from Akshay Tritiya on May 10 until Kartik Purnima on November 15. During winter, the Hindu shrine in the Garhwal Himalayas is inaccessible to the public due to severe weather conditions.

To visit Kedarnath Dham, registration is compulsory. Without prior registration, individuals cannot proceed beyond Gaurikund, the starting point of the trek to the shrine. However, there are multiple registration centres along the way where offline registration can be done.

Why Registration Is Mandatory For Kedarnath Yatra?

Registration for Kedarnath Dham is necessary for everyone, including children and seniors, as it allows the government to monitor the number of trekkers. It's important to provide accurate details during registration. This information assists the government in contacting individuals and their families if any issues arise during the challenging journey.

Where To Make A Registration For Kedarnath Yatra?

You can register for the Kedarnath Dham pilgrimage through the official website: registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in. Registration can also be completed during the journey by accessing this link or by using the "Tourist Care Uttarakhand" app, which is downloadable from the App Store and Play Store. Additionally, offline registration centres are open at various locations in Uttarakhand. You can find the list of these centres at the bottom of the webpage.

Steps For Online Registration For Kedarnath Yatra

To begin your registration process for the Kedarnath Yatra, go to the "Kedarnath Yatra" section on the website. If you don't have an account yet, click on the "Registration/Login" tab and choose the "New Registration" option. If you already have an account, simply enter your phone number, password, and captcha to sign in. Follow these steps for the further process:

1. Provide necessary information such as personal and contact details in the required fields.
2. Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number and sign in.
3. Once logged in, a dashboard will appear on the screen. Click on "Create/Manage Tour Info."
4. Select "Add New Tour" and fill in tour type, name, duration, number of tourists, and save.
5. View tour details and Group ID. Click on "Add Pilgrim" to the far right.
6. Fill in pilgrim details: full name, age, gender, mobile number, address, emergency contact, mode of travel, driver's name, vehicle
7. number, and upload necessary documents (ID proof, passport-size photo). This is to be noted that the emergency contact, provides details of a person not travelling with you.
8. Click on update.
9. To download the registration letter containing a QR Code, go to the dashboard, select "Add/Manage Pilgrims or Tourists," and click on "Download PDF."
10. Print out the registration letter and bring it to the base camp (Rishikesh/Gaurikund) for police verification.

After registration, the system will send an SMS to the registered devotee, including a unique ID.

Places For Offline Registration For Kedarnath Yatra

Yatra Registration Centers are available at various locations in Uttarakhand for those who prefer offline registration. These centres are situated at:

• Haridwar Railway Station
• Rahi Hotel in Haridwar
• Narsan Check Point in Haridwar
• Chidiyapur Check Point in Haridwar
• Gauchar in Chamoli
• Badrinath in Chamoli
• Hemkund Sahib in Chamoli
• Govind Ghat in Chamoli
• Mandal in Chamoli
• Gurudwara in Dehradun
• RTO in Dehradun
• ISBT in Dehradun
• Asharodi in Dehradun
• Kotdwar in Pauri Garhwal
• SonPrayag in Rudraprayag
• Kedarnath in Rudraprayag
• Phatta in Rudraprayag
• Gaurikund in Rudraprayag
• Hina in Uttarkashi
• Jan ki Chatti in Uttarkashi
• Gangotri in Uttarkashi
• Yamunotri in Uttarkashi
• Dobatta in Barkot, Uttarkashi

Upon registration, pilgrims will receive a QR code band, which must be carried throughout the journey. This band will be verified by the police using scanning devices.

Furthermore, upon completing the pilgrimage, devotees will receive a certification in their respective accounts.