CoWIN Frequently Asked Questions FAQs : COVID-19 Vaccination Registration

Organisation : Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (COWIN)
Facility Name : Frequently Asked Questions On CoWIN
Applicable For : Residents of India
Website : https://www.cowin.gov.in/faq

CoWIN FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions On CoWIN

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CoWIN Registration FAQs

Where can I register for COVID-19 vaccination?
You can log into the CoWIN portal using the link www.cowin.gov.in and click on the “Register/Sign In yourself” tab to register for COVID-19 vaccination

Is there a mobile app that needs to be installed to register for vaccination?
There is no authorised mobile app for registering for vaccination in India except Aarogya Setu. You need to log into the CoWIN portal. Alternatively, you can also register for vaccination through the Aarogya Setu App and Umang app.

Which age groups can register for vaccination on the CoWIN portal?
All citizens aged 18 years and above can register for vaccination.

Is online registration mandatory for Covid 19 vaccination?
Vaccination Centres provide for a limited number of on-spot registration slots every day. Beneficiaries aged 45 years and above can schedule appointments online or walk-in to vaccination centres. Beneficiaries aged 18 years and above can schedule appointments online or walk-in to Government vaccination centres. However, beneficiaries aged 18-44 years should mandatorily register themselves and schedule appointment online before going to a Private vaccination centre.

In general, all beneficiaries are recommended to register online and schedule vaccination in advance for a hassle-free vaccination experience.

How many people can be registered in the CoWIN portal through one mobile number?
Up to 4 people can be registered for vaccination using the same mobile number.

How can beneficiaries with no access to smart phones or computers manage online registration?
Up to 4 people can be registered for vaccination using the same mobile number. Beneficiaries can take help from friends or family for online registration.

Can I register for vaccination without Aadhaar card?
Yes, you can register on CoWIN portal using any of the following ID proofs:
a. Aadhaar card
b. Driving License
c. PAN card
d. Passport
e. Pension Passbook
f. NPR Smart Card
g. Voter ID (EPIC)
h. Unique Disability ID (UDID)
i. Ration Card

Is there any registration charges to be paid?
No. There is no registration charge.

CoWIN Scheduling Appointment FAQs

Can I book an appointment for vaccination in the CoWIN portal?
Yes, you can book appointment for vaccination through CoWIN portal after logging-in to the CoWIN Portal through your registered mobile number.

What are the options if one citizen is aged 45 or above and other is aged 18 or above?
If one beneficiary is aged 45 or above and other beneficiary is aged 18 to 44 years and both want to schedule a combined appointment, then only private paid vaccination centres or vaccination centres as per State’s policy will be made available. However, it may happen that some hospitals which are catering to people with 45 years or more may not allow the booking of appointments for people with lesser age. In that case you may make bookings one by one.

Can I check the vaccine being administered at each vaccination centre?
Yes, while scheduling an appointment for vaccination, the system will show vaccination centre names along with the name of the vaccine that will be administered.

Can I download appointment slip?
Yes, the appointment slip can be downloaded after the appointment has been scheduled.

How can I find the nearest vaccination centre?
You can search in CoWIN portal (or Aarogya Setu or Umang) for the vaccination centre nearest to your location by either searching through Map, PIN code or by choosing the State and the District.

What if I cannot go for vaccination on the date of appointment? Can I reschedule my appointment?
The appointment can be rescheduled at any time. In case you are not able to go for vaccination on the date of appointment, you can reschedule the appointment by clicking on “Reschedule” tab.

Do I have an option for cancellation of appointment?
Yes, you can cancel an appointment already scheduled. You can also reschedule the appointment and choose another date or time slot of your convenience.

Where will I receive confirmation of date and time of vaccination?
Once an appointment is scheduled, you will receive the details of the vaccination centre, date and time slot chosen for appointment in an SMS sent to your registered mobile number. You can also download the appointment slip and print it or keep it on your smart phone.

Can I get vaccination without appointment?
Beneficiaries aged 45 years and above can schedule appointments online or walk-in to vaccination centres. Beneficiaries aged 18-44 years can schedule appointment or walk-in for vaccination in Government vaccination centre. However, they should mandatorily register themselves and schedule appointment online before vaccination in Private vaccination centres.

However, all beneficiaries are recommended to register online and schedule vaccination in advance for a hassle-free vaccination experience.

When I click on vaccination centre it shows ‘No appointments are available in this period’. What to do?
In case of no availability of slots for scheduling appointment for vaccination in the searched vaccination centre, you may try scheduling appointment in other nearby centres. The portal gives you the feature of searching vaccination centres using your PIN code and District.

What is the 4-digit secret code on the Account Details page of self-registration portal on CoWIN?
At the time of vaccination, you may be asked for the 4-digit secret code. This is to ensure that the rightful beneficiary receives the vaccine dosage and there is no misuse.

CoWIN Vaccination FAQs

Is vaccination free at all vaccination centres?
No. Currently, vaccination is free at Government hospitals and charged at INR 250 in Private hospitals for beneficiaries aged 45 years and above.

From 1st May onwards, the Vaccination for people of 45 years or more will continue to be free at the Government facilities. For people between 18 to 44 years the States will announce the policy relating to payment. Vaccination will be priced by private facilities and you can see the price of each vaccine at the time of booking.

Can I check the price of the vaccine?
Yes. The System will show the price of the vaccine below the name of the vaccination centre at the time of scheduling an appointment.

Can I choose the vaccine?
System will show the vaccine being administered in each vaccination centre at the time of scheduling an appointment. Beneficiary can choose the vaccination centre as per their choice of vaccine being administered.