Co-WIN registration for Covid vaccine not mandatory, clarifies Centre

According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, online pre-registration for vaccination and prior booking for appointment is not mandatory for vaccination services.

The government's explanation was in response to a series of questions that were raised around the vaccination mechanism and whether people without access to smartphones could enrol themselves timely for a jab.

The Ministry said anyone over the age of 18 can directly go to their nearest vaccination centre where on-site registration is available and get the dose. Those requiring assisted registration can also call the 1075 Help Line, which is now operational. Facilitators, such as ASHAs, can also mobillize beneficiaries for on-site registration and vaccination directly at the nearest vaccination centers in rural areas.


The Ministry said all such modes of vaccination are for enabling equitable access to vaccines in rural areas.