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CoWIN Portal, Aarogya Setu App Starts COVID-19 Vaccination Registration; Not Working for Some Users: Details



Users above the age of 60 and 45 with comorbidity can register for the vaccine starting today.

COVID-19 vaccine registration process on the CoWIN portal begun today, allowing the general public to register for the vaccination drive. The Government of India second phase includes inoculation of citizens above 60 years and those above 45 with comorbidities. Eligible citizens need to register on the CoWIN portal to get the vaccination at a nearby registered centre. While the portal was expected to begin registration process from 9am today, both the website and the Aarogya Setu app seem to not be functioning properly for some users.

CoWIN portal not working
Eligible citizens can self-register for a COVID-19 vaccine on the CoWIN online portal or the Aarogya Setu app. At the time of writing, both platforms were not functioning properly for some users. Some users couldn't register on the CoWIN website, and the Aarogya Setu app also did not allow us to register either. However, some members of our team at Gadgets 360 could register, so it appears that the issue might be rectified soon.

The process failed for several of our team members in the initial OTP phase only, not allowing users to go ahead. Both the platforms showed an error with a message that reads, “Something went wrong. Please try again.” It could be possible that the government is carrying out some background work and may widely enable the registration process soon. It could also be a case of excess load on the servers and this should get rectified soon.

How to register for the COVID-19 vaccine online?
After getting the OTP, the digital self-registration module will allow users to register for the vaccine by providing their government ID details (such as passport, Aadhaar card, driving license, etc). After completing registration, the site gives users the choice to register additional three members, select the most nearby vaccination centre, and schedule vaccination date as per slot availability. Users also get the option to reschedule their appointment and download the confirmation as a software copy. The registered user will also get a confirmation via SMS. Once you get the first dose of the vaccine, the appointment for the second dose of vaccine will automatically be scheduled after 28 days.

Process for registration of CoWIN portal

Citizens can register by going to www.cowin.gov.in
Enter a valid mobile number. Click on Get OTP button.
OTP is sent at the phone number via SMS.
Enter the OTP and click Verify button.
Once the OTP is validated, the Registration of Vaccination page appears.
Enter details required in the Registration of Vaccination page. Users need to add their Photo ID proof, ID number, and other details. Users can submit their Aadhar Card, Election Card, Passport, Driving License, PAN Card, NPR Smart Card, or Pension document as photo ID proof.
They need to then choose a nearby vaccination centre from the list and select a date based on the availability. Users who have co-morbidity will need to carry a medical certificate when they go to take the vaccine.
Process for registration of Aarogya Setu app

Head to the Aarogya Setu app > Click on CoWIN tab on the home screen
Select Vaccination Registration > Enter Phone Number > Enter OTP
Click on Verify > You will be directed to the Registration of Vaccination page
Follow the same steps as mentioned in theProcess for registration of CoWIN portal' guide.

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