Shri Amarnath Yatra 2023 Registration: Offline & Online Registration Explained

The article explains the offline and online registration process, the conditions for the pilgrimage, how to obtain a medical certificate, and the two routes available for the Shri Amarnath Yatra 2023.

Mahender Singh

Author

29-Apr-2023
Updated 01:40:22PM

Registration for Shri Amarnath Yatra 2023 has begun. Devotees of Lord Shiva, who eagerly wait for a year to have a glimpse of Baba Barfani, can now rejoice. Every year, lakhs of devotees undertake the arduous journey to Shri Amarnathji for the darshan of Baba. Good news for the devotees is that registration for this year's yatra has started from April 17th. The yatra will commence from July 1st and will continue for 62 days, concluding on August 31st, 2023.

How to Register for the Shri Amarnath Yatra 2023?

Registration for the Shri Amarnath Yatra has started from April 17th, 2023, and can be done both online and offline. For offline registration, one needs to go to the nearest designated bank branch and get registered. The website of the Shrine Board provides a complete list of banks. You can download the list from the website and register at your nearest branch. In this article, I will provide you with a step-by-step registration process. For now, just understand where to register from.

Online Registration for Shri Amarnath Yatra 2023

For the pilgrimage of Shri Amarnath Ji, you need to register online on the Shrine Board's website jksasb.nic.in. Please note that this is the only authorized website. Therefore, you must register on this website only.
Process of registration for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra There are certain conditions to be fulfilled to go on the pilgrimage of Shri Amarnath Ji. First, let's understand the conditions of the pilgrimage. As these conditions are mandatory to fulfill for registration.

Conditions for the pilgrimage

1-   The age of the pilgrim should be more than 13 years and less than 70 years.
2-   Women who are pregnant for more than 6 weeks are not allowed to go.
3-   The most important condition is the good health of the pilgrim. For this, it is mandatory to provide a medical certificate. We will explain in detail about how to obtain a medical certificate in this article.

If you fulfill these conditions, then you can go on the pilgrimage. Now we will explain the step-by-step registration process. If you read it carefully and follow it, you will not face any problems.

1. First, go to the official website of Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board at jksasb.nic.in Be careful and do not go to any other website by mistake.

2. For the pilgrimage, an application form is required which can be found on the homepage of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board website Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board. (jksasb.nic.in) at this link Application Form For Group and NRI/Ex-India Pilgrims 2023. Download the form from here, take a printout, and then fill it out. Fill in the name and address exactly as it appears on your Aadhaar card. Do not fill in the date of the journey in the form because it is not necessary that the date you fill in the form will be confirmed. Therefore, leave the date blank and ask the bank employee to fill it in during registration.

3.   It is very important to be in good health to go on the Shri Amarnathji pilgrimage because the journey is very difficult. The area is hilly and the weather keeps changing. A certificate of good health is required during registration for the pilgrimage, which you can download from the official Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board website at this link Download Compulsory Health Certificate (CHC) for Yatra 2023.

4.   Download the health certificate form, carefully fill it in and carry a copy of your Aadhaar card along with the form to the hospital from where you need to get your health certificate. Before going, make sure to consult the relevant doctor. The hospital and doctor's names can be found in the list provided on the official website of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board at this link: State/UT wise List of Doctors/Institutions authorised to issue Compulsory Health Certificate (CHC) for Yatra 2023.

5. Once you have obtained your health certificate, you need to visit the bank to pay a fee of INR 120. Do not forget to carry your Aadhaar card along with the health certificate to the bank. The list of designated bank branches can also be found on the official website of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board at this link: State Wise List of Designated Bank Branches for Advance Registration 2023.

6. Your offline registration process is now complete. You will receive your Yatra permit, which will have your route and date mentioned on it. Your Yatra will begin on the same date mentioned on the permit in the morning. Therefore, make sure to reach the base camp one day before your Yatra starts.

Online registration process for Shri Amarnath Yatra 2023

Firstly, get your health certificate made. The process for obtaining a health certificate is the same as in offline registration. Deposit the fee in the bank and keep the receipt safe. Also, keep your Aadhar card and latest photo with you. After that, visit the only official website of Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board jksasb.nic.in and register.

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Route for Shri Amarnath Yatra 2023

There are only two routes for the pilgrimage. The first one is the Baltal Route and the second one is the Pahalgam Route, also known as the Chandanwari Route. The holy cave of Baba Barfani is located 14 km from Baltal. However, the path on this route is more difficult. The holy cave is 32 km away from Chandanwari. But the path on this route is slightly easier than that of Baltal. It takes two days to reach the holy cave via this route. You can complete the journey on foot, by pony or by helicopter.

Facilities for Accommodation and Food

The pilgrimage to Shri Amarnath Ji is difficult because there are no hotels along the route. Private tent accommodation is available for staying. Hot water can be purchased for bathing, and there are plenty of food stalls available. The atmosphere is such that the difficulty of the journey is not felt.

Cloakroom and Parking Facility

There are three cloakroom facilities available during the pilgrimage at Baltal Base Camp, Nunwan Base Camp (Pahalgam), and Holy Cave Base Camp. Parking facility is only available at the Baltal Base Camp.