Taking the administrative step forward for the newly announced expanded vaccination criteria, the CoWin platform will open for registrations for all 18+ citizens from April 24. The news comes after India allowed further relaxations for getting the jab amidst a rising tsunami of cases.
MyGovIndia earlier tweeted that phase 3 will begin on May 1, and registrations for vaccination will begin soon through the CoWIN platform and the Aarogya Setu app. There is no app for the CoWIN site, and registrations can only be done through the website.
Both Co-WIN portal and Aarogya Setu platforms let a user register at least four family members (including the user) for the COVID-19 vaccine.
The platform essentially allows users to find the nearest vaccine centre (could be both government or private centres) and book a slot, as per the availability. Citizens also have the option to update the slot or cancel the appointment altogether.
How to register yourself for coronavirus vaccine on Co-WIN app:
1.Download and Install the Co-WIN app on your Android smartphone via the Google Play Store.
2.Open the app and enter your mobile number.
3.Enter the OTP once you receive it and click tap Verify.
4.Now, the registration page will appear.
5.Fill in your personal details including name, age, gender and more.
6.Upload the required documents.
7.Tap on the register button.
8.Select the health centre and schedule an appointment for any available date.
9.Tap on Book appointment to successfully register yourself for the COVID-19 vaccine.
How to register for COVID-19 vaccine via the official website:
1.Head over to www.cowin.gov.in.
2.Scroll down to ‘Find Your Nearest Vaccination Center’.
3.Click on ‘Register Yourself.
4.Enter mobile number and tap on ‘Get OTP’.
5.Enter the OTP and follow the on-screen instructions to get yourself registered.
How to register for the COVID-19 vaccine via the Aarogya Setu app on Android, iOS:
1.Download and Install the Aarogya Setu app on your Android or iOS device. In case you already have the app, make sure it is up-to-date.
2.Register yourself using the on-screen instructions.
3.Tap on the Vaccination tab.
4.Enter your mobile number and verify it via the OTP.
5.Now, register for the vaccine by filling up the required details.
