If you are trying to do the UDISE school login and you just want the correct link plus the exact steps (without clicking ten random Google results), you are in the right place.
Also, UDISE pages have a habit of changing where the login button sits, or showing a blank screen for a minute, or redirecting you to a “new” portal that looks unfamiliar. So this guide is written for 2026, but nearly so; even if the page layout shifts a bit, you still know what to do.
Let’s get you in.
Quick access link (official)
Use the official UDISE+ portal and look for the Login option (usually “UDISE+”, “Data Entry”, “School Login”, or similar):
UDISE+ (MoE) main portal:
https://udiseplus.gov.in/
That is the safest starting point because even if the login page URL changes, the official portal will still route you to the current login.
If your state provides a separate UDISE login page (some do), it still typically links out from the main portal or uses the same UDISE+ backend. If someone shares a “direct login link” on WhatsApp, be careful. More on that later.
What you need before you start (save 10 minutes)
Have these ready:
- A computer or laptop (recommended). Mobile works, but it is more error-prone.
- Your UDISE school login credentials (School ID / UDISE code, username, and password as provided by your department).
- Your registered mobile or email if OTP is used for OTP.
- A stable browser (Chrome or Edge usually behave best for these portals).
- Pop-ups allowed (sometimes dashboards open in a new tab).
And one more thing that sounds obvious but matters. Make sure your Caps Lock is off. A surprising number of “invalid password” issues are just that.
UDISE school login (2026): step by step
Logging into the portal is a straightforward process, but it requires precision to avoid session timeouts or account locks. Follow these updated 2026 steps to ensure you reach your school dashboard securely and quickly.
Step 1: Open the official portal
Go to: https://udiseplus.gov.in/
Let the page load fully. If it looks half-loaded, wait a few seconds. UDISE school login pages sometimes pull components slowly.
Step 2: Find the login area
On the portal, look for:
- Login
- UDISE+ Login
- Data Entry
- School Login
- Sometimes it is under a menu like Login / Register
Click that.
If you see multiple login types (for example, School, Block, District), choose School.
Step 3: Enter your credentials
You will typically be asked for some combination of:
- Username (or School/UDISE code)
- Password
- Captcha
- Sometimes OTP
Enter them carefully. Captcha especially. If it fails once, refresh the captcha and try again.
Step 4: Complete OTP (if prompted)
If OTP appears:
- Click Send OTP (or similar).
- Check SMS/email.
- Enter OTP within the time limit.
- Submit.
If OTP does not arrive, do not spam the button 10 times. Wait 30 to 60 seconds, then try once more.
Step 5: You should land on your dashboard
After logging in, you should see a dashboard with items like:
- Data Entry / Data Capture
- Profile / School Information
- UDISE+ Format / Forms
- Reports
- Final Submission (if your cycle is active)
If it redirects you back to the login page without an error, that is usually a session or browser issue. Jump to the troubleshooting section below.
First time login in 2026 (or after credentials reset)
If this is your first login this year, or your password was reset by the department, the portal may force a password change.
Typical flow:
- Log in with the temporary password.
- System prompts “Change Password”.
- Create a new password.
- Save.
- Log in again with the new password.
Password tips that actually work
Portals often demand a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters. If you keep getting rejected, use a clean format like:
- Udise@2026School01
Also, avoid spaces. And avoid copying and pasting if the password field blocks it.
Where is the “UDISE school code”, and is it the same as the UDISE number?
People use these terms interchangeably, which confuses.
- UDISE code / UDISE number: the official school identifier (often 11 digits).
- Username: Sometimes it is the UDISE code itself, sometimes it is a different login ID created by the admin.
If your login page says “UDISE Code”, use the UDISE number. If it says “Username”, use the username given by your block/district MIS team.
If you are unsure, check the previous year’s login notes or the credential sheet your department issued. Schools usually have it in a file somewhere. Or in someone’s drawer, honestly.
After login: what most schools need to do (common actions)
This will vary by state and cycle, but typically, schools do these tasks after signing in:
1) Update school profile
Things like:
- School name (as per records)
- Management type
- Location details
- Medium of instruction
- Basic facilities and infrastructure fields
Do not rush. Even small mistakes can create issues in validation.
2) Enter student and teacher data
Depending on the current data capture cycle, you will need to fill in the details in the UDISE+ Student Module.
- Enrolment by class and category
- Teacher details (sanctioned, working, trained, etc.)
- Sections, classrooms, and ICT
- Attendance or other modules if enabled
3) Save often
This portal can time out. Save each section as you complete it. If there is a “Save Draft” option, use it.
4) Verify before final submission
Final submission is where people panic later.
Before you hit “Final Submit”, do a quick check:
- Totals match (enrolment vs category totals)
- Teacher counts are consistent
- Facilities data is not left blank if mandatory
- No obvious typos in the school name, UDISE code, and address fields
If your portal includes a “Preview” or “Summary” report, download it and keep a copy.
UDISE school login problems (and what to do)
UDISE school login issues are usually boring. Not “the server is hacked” boring, more like “your browser cached the wrong thing” boring.
Here are the fixes that work most often.
Problem 1: “Invalid username or password”
Try this:
- Re-enter credentials manually (do not rely on auto fill).
- Check Caps Lock.
- If the password was recently changed, make sure you are using the latest one.
- If multiple staff have access, confirm nobody has reset it.
If it still fails, you will likely need a reset via your block/district UDISE coordinator or MIS.
Problem 2: Captcha keeps failing
Fixes:
- Refresh the captcha.
- Avoid extra spaces.
- If you are on mobile, switch to desktop.
- Try another browser.
Sometimes captcha breaks when the page is partially loaded. Refresh the whole page once.
Problem 3: OTP not received
Do this:
- Wait at least 60 seconds.
- Check the message inbox and spam (for email OTP).
- Ensure the registered phone number is active and has network coverage.
- Try once more.
If OTP is going to an old number, you will need your admin to update it. Usually not something you can fix yourself on the spot.
Problem 4: Page not loading / blank page
This happens a lot during peak hours.
Try:
- Refresh once.
- Open in Incognito/Private window.
- Clear cache for the site (not your whole life, just the site data).
- Switch network (mobile hotspot can help).
- Try early morning or late evening.
If the server is under load, you may just need to wait. Not ideal, but that is reality.
Problem 5: Logged out automatically
Common reasons:
- Session timeout (you stayed on one page too long).
- You opened the portal in two tabs, and it invalidated one session.
- Slow internet connection.
Fix:
- Use one tab.
- Save frequently.
- If you are entering long data, copy it to a local document first, then paste section by section.
Problem 6: Redirect loop (login, then back to login)
Try:
- Disable extensions (especially ad blockers).
- Clear cookies for the site.
- Use Chrome or Edge.
- Incognito mode.
Also, check if your browser blocks third-party cookies. Some government portals still behave poorly with strict settings.
Is the login link safe? How to avoid fake portals
This matters. Because during data entry season, fake links spread fast.
Use these safety checks:
- The domain should be gov.in (for the official portal: udiseplus.gov.in)
- Avoid links that look like udiseplus-gov. in or udiseplus-login.com or anything weird.
- Do not enter credentials on a page opened from an unknown short link.
- Prefer typing the official portal yourself.
If you ever suspect you entered your password on the wrong page, change it immediately and inform your MIS coordinator.
Best time to log in (so it does not crawl)
If you are trying to log in during peak hours, the portal can get slow.
In my experience, these time windows are smoother:
- Early morning (around 7 am to 9 am)
- Evening (after office peak, around 8 pm onwards)
Midday can be rough, especially near deadlines.
Quick checklist: UDISE school login steps (copy/paste)
- Go to https://udiseplus.gov.in/
- Click Login / Data Entry / School Login
- Select School user type (if asked)
- Enter Username/UDISE code + Password
- Enter Captcha
- Complete OTP (if prompted)
- Reach dashboard
- Save work regularly
- Verify the summary before final submission
Note for Schools in Bihar: Correct data entry in UDISE is very important for student scholarships. For example, the Mukhyamantri Rajshree Yojana gives 50,000 rupees to help girl students with their studies and health. The government checks school records to send this money. If there are mistakes in your UDISE data, students might not get their benefits. By entering correct information after you login, you help your students get their money on time.
If you cannot log in at all (who can help)
If you are fully stuck, do not waste the entire day trying the same thing.
Usually, help flows like this:
- School level: confirm credentials, confirm registered phone number, confirm last password change.
- Cluster/Block UDISE coordinator / MIS: password reset, account unlock, mobile/email update.
- District MIS: escalations, portal access issues at scale.
- State UDISE team: if the issue is systemic or if portal mapping is wrong.
Write down the exact error message and time. Even a screenshot helps, because “it is not working” is hard to diagnose.
Conclusion
A few habits that save you from painful re-entry:
- Keep a local backup of key numbers before you start the final submission.
- Do not final submit in a hurry. Treat it like you are filing a form you cannot easily undo. Because, often, you cannot.
- If multiple people are working on UDISE school login data, decide who owns what section. Otherwise, data gets overwritten, totals mismatch, and everyone blames the portal.
That is basically it.
Use the official portal link, follow the steps above, and if the site is slow, do not assume you are doing something wrong. Half the time it is just a load.
Quick access again: https://udiseplus.gov.in/
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is the 2026 official URL for the UDISE school login?
The URL for the 2026 school Login in the UDISE+ portal is https://udiseplus.gov.in/. This is the safest place to start, because it will always take you to the up-to-date login page even if they change URLs.
What documents do I need to have before logging in to the UDISE portal?
Make sure you have your login details for the UDISE School Login, including your School ID/UDISE code, username and password, which have been given to you through mail from your department before you start. Also, have access to your registered mobile or mail ID if OTP verification is needed, use a stable browser like Chrome, Firefox or Edge, and allow popups.
Where do I see the login step-by-step for UDISE?
How to Log in:
- Go to https://udiseplus.gov.in/. Please wait for the full page to load.
- Find and click on ‘Login’ or ‘School Login’;
- Fill in your username (or UDISE code), password, and Captcha carefully;
- If an OTP prompt appears, ask for and input the OTP that you got over the phone to your phone or email.
- Upon successful sign-in, you will be on your dashboard, where you can enter data. What should I do if it’s my first time logging into the Udise portal or after I reset my password?
For the first time, login or After password reset: Login with the Temporary password. You will be asked by the system to change your password. Think of a new password that meets the requirements (Upper case, Lower case, number, special character), save it and then log in again with the new password. Don’t use spaces, and don’t copy-paste a password if you get blocked.
Is ‘UDISE school code’ your username to log in?
No, you are wrong. The ‘UDISE code’ or ‘UDISE number’ is a unique 11-digit number given to each school. Your username could be that code, or it could be a different user ID provided by your block or district MIS team. Look at your credentials sheet or a previous login note to find out which to use.
What things should schools do after logging in to the UDISE portal?
Upon logging in, schools are known to update their profile details (school name, management type, location, etc.) and provide student as well teacher related details in accordance with the current data capture cycle (details of enrolment, teacher details, etc.). Save your work often (Save Draft), and before submission, ensure you have thoroughly verified all information to avoid submitting errors.