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Is Kedarnath Registration the Same as Chardham Registration?<\/h2>\n
Yes. The Kedarnath Yatra registration uses the same official portal as the full Chardham registration \u2014 registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in. If you are doing only Kedarnath, select just Kedarnath on the portal. If doing the full Char Dham Yatra, select all four dhams. There is no separate system for Kedarnath alone.<\/p>\n
When Will Registration Open for 2026?<\/h2>\n
Based on historical data, the registration portal typically opens 40 to 50 days before the yatra begins. For 2026, registration is expected in late March \u2014 roughly 3 to 4 weeks before the April 22 temple opening. The official announcement comes from the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB). Monitor registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in for updates.<\/p>\n
Online Registration \u2014 Step by Step<\/h2>\nStep 1: Visit the Official Portal<\/h3>\n
Go to registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in \u2014 the only official registration site. Click ‘Register\/Login.’<\/p>\n
Step 2: Create Your Account<\/h3>\n
Enter your full name, mobile number, and create a password. Select your category \u2014 Individual, Family, or Tour Operator. Verify using the OTP sent to your phone.<\/p>\n
Step 3: Set Up Your Tour<\/h3>\n
Log in and click ‘Create\/Manage Tour Info.’ Enter your trip start and end dates. Select Kedarnath (and any other dhams you plan to visit). Specify the date you plan to reach Kedarnath for darshan.<\/p>\n
Step 4: Add Each Pilgrim<\/h3>\n
Click ‘Add Pilgrim’ for each person in your group. Enter their full name (must match their ID), age, gender, profession, and emergency contact details. Also select your mode of transport \u2014 if flying by helicopter, select ‘Helicopter.’ This ensures your QR code is valid at the helipad.<\/p>\n
Step 5: Upload ID and Photo<\/h3>\n
Upload a passport-size photo (clear face, plain background) and a scanned copy of your government ID. Accepted formats: JPG or PNG. File size: 10 KB to 150 KB per document.<\/p>\n
Step 6: Submit and Download<\/h3>\n
Review all details carefully. Submit the form. Download your Yatra Registration Letter with QR code. Save it to your phone gallery and take at least two printed copies \u2014 one for your bag, one for your pocket.<\/p>\n
Alternative Registration Methods<\/h2>\n\n- WhatsApp: <\/strong>Send ‘YATRA’ to +91-8394833833. A bot guides you through step by step. Works well even on slow connections.<\/li>\n
- Tourist Care Uttarakhand App: <\/strong>Download from Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Same process as the website, optimised for mobile.<\/li>\n
- Toll-Free Helpline: <\/strong>Call 0135-1364. A representative assists you through registration. Best for senior pilgrims.<\/li>\n
- Offline Counters: <\/strong>Available across Uttarakhand \u2014 see full list below.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Offline Registration Centres for Kedarnath Route<\/h2>\n
\n\n\nLocation<\/strong><\/td>\nType<\/strong><\/td>\nTimings<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n\nHaridwar Railway Station<\/td>\n Exit counter<\/td>\n 4:00 AM \u2013 9:00 PM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRishikesh ISBT Bus Stand<\/td>\n Terminal counter<\/td>\n 4:00 AM \u2013 9:00 PM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRishikesh RTO Office<\/td>\n Counter<\/td>\n During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nJolly Grant Airport, Dehradun<\/td>\n Arrival gate counter<\/td>\n 4:00 AM \u2013 9:00 PM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nSonprayag<\/td>\n Kedarnath route<\/td>\n During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nGaurikund<\/td>\n At trek base<\/td>\n During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nKedarnath Temple area<\/td>\n At shrine<\/td>\n During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nGuptkashi Bus Stand<\/td>\n Kedarnath route<\/td>\n During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nPhata<\/td>\n Helicopter base + route<\/td>\n During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nRudraprayag<\/td>\n En route<\/td>\n During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nJoshimath<\/td>\n Badrinath-Kedarnath corridor<\/td>\n During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nRegister at home before leaving. Offline counters at Sonprayag can have very long queues during peak season. If you must register at a counter, arrive early and carry your original ID.<\/p>\n
Documents Required<\/h2>\n\n- Valid government photo ID: <\/strong>Aadhaar card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License (original + copy for offline)<\/li>\n
- Passport-size photograph: <\/strong>One per pilgrim \u2014 for both online (digital upload) and offline (physical submission)<\/li>\n
- Active mobile number: <\/strong>For OTP verification and receipt of QR code via SMS<\/li>\n
- Emergency contact: <\/strong>Name and mobile number of someone who is NOT travelling with you<\/li>\n
- Foreign nationals: <\/strong>Passport and valid Indian Visa details are mandatory<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
What Happens at the Sonprayag Checkpoint?<\/h2>\n
Sonprayag is the last motorable point before Gaurikund. There is a mandatory government checkpoint here. Before being allowed to proceed, every pilgrim’s registration QR code is scanned by Yatrimitras (checkpoint officials). If you don’t have a valid registration, you will be turned back \u2014 regardless of how far you have already travelled.<\/p>\n
Verification is fast but relies on your QR code being accessible. Before reaching Sonprayag:<\/p>\n
\n- Download the QR code image to your phone gallery \u2014 not just to email<\/li>\n
- Carry a printed copy of the Yatra Registration Letter as backup<\/li>\n
- Keep your phone charged \u2014 connectivity can be weak at the checkpoint<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
After Sonprayag, further verifications happen at Gaurikund (before starting the trek or boarding a pony\/palki) and at the Kedarnath Temple entry gate.<\/p>\n
Health Screening at Kedarnath Checkpoints<\/h2>\n
Health screening is a separate process from QR code verification. It happens at entry points along the route, especially at higher altitude checkpoints.<\/p>\n
\n- Who must carry a fitness certificate: <\/strong>Pilgrims over 50 years of age, and those with heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, or other serious conditions. A doctor’s clearance is essential.<\/li>\n
- What is checked: <\/strong>Blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen levels (SpO2), and general fitness to determine if you are safe to continue at altitude.<\/li>\n
- If declared unfit: <\/strong>You will be asked to descend immediately to the nearest safe location. There are no exceptions or appeals at the checkpoint. Getting a doctor’s clearance before travel is not optional for those in risk categories.<\/li>\n
- Acclimatisation: <\/strong>Spend a night in Guptkashi (1,319 m) or Sonprayag before the trek day. This helps your body adjust before the steep altitude gain to 3,583 metres.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Vehicle Permits: Green Card and Trip Card<\/h2>\n
Offline Registration Centres for Kedarnath Route<\/h2>\n
Location<\/strong><\/td>\n| Type<\/strong><\/td>\n | Timings<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n\n | Haridwar Railway Station<\/td>\n | Exit counter<\/td>\n | 4:00 AM \u2013 9:00 PM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Rishikesh ISBT Bus Stand<\/td>\n | Terminal counter<\/td>\n | 4:00 AM \u2013 9:00 PM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Rishikesh RTO Office<\/td>\n | Counter<\/td>\n | During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun<\/td>\n | Arrival gate counter<\/td>\n | 4:00 AM \u2013 9:00 PM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Sonprayag<\/td>\n | Kedarnath route<\/td>\n | During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Gaurikund<\/td>\n | At trek base<\/td>\n | During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Kedarnath Temple area<\/td>\n | At shrine<\/td>\n | During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Guptkashi Bus Stand<\/td>\n | Kedarnath route<\/td>\n | During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Phata<\/td>\n | Helicopter base + route<\/td>\n | During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Rudraprayag<\/td>\n | En route<\/td>\n | During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Joshimath<\/td>\n | Badrinath-Kedarnath corridor<\/td>\n | During yatra season<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n | Register at home before leaving. Offline counters at Sonprayag can have very long queues during peak season. If you must register at a counter, arrive early and carry your original ID.<\/p>\n Documents Required<\/h2>\nWhat Happens at the Sonprayag Checkpoint?<\/h2>\nSonprayag is the last motorable point before Gaurikund. There is a mandatory government checkpoint here. Before being allowed to proceed, every pilgrim’s registration QR code is scanned by Yatrimitras (checkpoint officials). If you don’t have a valid registration, you will be turned back \u2014 regardless of how far you have already travelled.<\/p>\n Verification is fast but relies on your QR code being accessible. Before reaching Sonprayag:<\/p>\n
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