India kicked off the world's largest vaccination campaign on January 16, 2021. And the government has taken a step to vaccinate all adults (who are 18 years old or above) to ensure that maximum numbers of Indians take the coronavirus vaccine jab when the second wave of the pandemic is constantly rising. The registration for 18+ people has begun on April 28, 2021. Come May 1, the coronavirus vaccine shot will be given to everyone. Registration to take the dose is mandatory. Until now, people above 45 years of age, healthcare and frontline workers were allowed to take the COVID-19 vaccine.
The COVID-19 vaccination is one of the safest ways to fight against the new virus.
Find below the stepwise guide to register yourself for COVID-10 vaccination.
Registration through Co-WIN Portal
Registration through Aarogya Setu App
Follow the same steps mentioned above.
On the appointment date, reach the centre along with your appointment slip and photo ID that you use at the time of booking the appointment.
Documents to Be Used
Any of the ID with the photo mentioned below can be used.
Please remember that at the time of appointment, your photo ID will be verified. So, provide the details of the Photo Id you will carry for vaccination.
How to Get the information About the Due Date of Vaccination?
Following the registration, an SMS will be sent by the authority about the due date, place and time of vaccination to your registered mobile number.
What to Do in Case of Any Side Effects
It is also important to note that you need to wait for 30 minutes at the vaccination centre after taking the COVID-19 vaccine shot. If you experience any side effect, please inform the vaccination centre within 30 minutes.
Points To Remember About Covid-19 Vaccination
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