After completing your National ID (राष्ट्रिय परिचयपत्र) enrollment, the most common question is simple: where is my card, and has my NIN been generated yet? You can check this yourself on the official DONIDCR Citizen Portal using your request number. This guide shows you exactly how.
Quick answer: Open the National ID Citizen Portal, go to the National ID card status section, enter your Request Number (RSN) or National Identity Number (NIN), complete the CAPTCHA, and view your current status.
Last updated: 12 July 2026. Reviewed by Digital Solution’s digital-service research team.
What You Need Before Checking
- Your Request Number (RSN) from your enrollment receipt, or
- Your National Identity Number (NIN), if it has already been generated
- A device with internet access to complete the CAPTCHA
Step-by-Step: Check National ID Card Status
- Open the official National ID Citizen Portal.
- Go to the National ID card status section.
- Enter your Request Number (RSN) or your NIN.
- Complete the CAPTCHA and select search.
- Review the status shown for your record.
Understanding the Status Stages
Depending on your record, you may see stages such as those below. Only rely on the labels the official portal actually shows for you:
- Application submitted / in progress
- NIN generated
- Card being processed
- Card printed
- Card ready for collection
- Status not yet updated / unavailable
Processing time is not fixed. It depends on application volume, office workflow and card-printing and distribution status, so a “not updated” status usually means processing is still ongoing rather than that something is wrong.
If Your Status Does Not Show
- Double-check your request number against your enrollment receipt.
- Try your NIN instead of the RSN if you already have it.
- Wait and re-check if the record is still being processed.
- Contact DONIDCR if the status remains unavailable after a reasonable time.
Keep it private: do not post screenshots of your status page, request number or NIN publicly, as these are sensitive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I check status without a request number?
You can use your NIN instead of the request number if the NIN has already been generated. Otherwise, the request number from your enrollment receipt is the key detail.
How long until my card is printed?
There is no fixed timeline. It depends on application volume, office workflow and card-printing and distribution status. Check the portal periodically for updates.
My status says the record is not found. What now?
Recheck the number you entered, ensure your citizenship details match, and try again later if your record is still processing. Contact DONIDCR if it continues to fail.
For how status checking fits with NIN, eNID, Nagarik App and KYC, read our pillar guide: Nepal Digital Identity Guide 2026. See also where the National ID is mandatory and our National ID FAQs.
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Disclaimer: Digital Solution is an independent educational and digital-service assistance company. We are not affiliated with DONIDCR or any government agency. Procedures may change—always verify through the official National ID Citizen Portal.