The sacred Amarnath Yatra, one of India’s most sacred pilgrimages, is ready to start on July 25, 2025, and end on August 19, 2025. Thousands of pilgrims travel annually to the sacred Amarnath Cave in Jammu and Kashmir to obtain the blessings of Lord Shiva. This year, the registration process officially commenced on April 14, 2025, and pilgrims need to obtain a valid permit to take part.

Limited Slots, Mandatory Registration

The Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) has made it compulsory for all pilgrims to undergo registration either online or offline before proceeding on the yatra. Due to a limit of 15,000 pilgrims per day, advance registration is important to prevent the last-minute queue and to ascertain age and medical eligibility requirements.

Step-by-Step Process for Online Registration

Devotees can register online through the official website of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB). Here’s how:

Go to the official SASB website and click on “Online Services.”
Choose “Yatra Permit Registration” from the dropdown.
Read the complete list of guidelines, dos, and don’ts. Click “I Agree”, then select “Register”.
Enter your details, including name, Aadhaar number, yatra date, and mobile number. Upload a passport-sized photo and Compulsory Health Certificate (CHC).
Verify your mobile number using the OTP sent to your device.
Within two hours, you’ll receive a payment link. Complete the registration fee payment (approximately ₹220, subject to change).

After successful payment, download the Yatra Registration Permit directly from the portal.

Offline Registration Centres in Jammu for Amarnath Yatra

For the offline, traditional route-takers, there are several centers set up by the government of Jammu and Kashmir for registration:

Pick a token slip from prescribed places like Vaishnavi Dham, Panchayat Bhawan, or Mahajan Hall. These slips are given three days before your desired yatra date.
Return on the subsequent day to Saraswati Dham for medical examination and registration.

On the same day, visit the RFID card center in Jammu to get your card and finish the process.

Amarnath Yatra 2025: Tips for Pilgrims

The authorities advise all the participants to register quite early and carry all documents like identity proof, CHC, and the yatra permit so that they don’t face any inconvenience during the journey.

Be it online or offline registration, finishing the formalities on time guarantees a smooth and spiritually rewarding pilgrimage.

The Amarnath Yatra is a journey beyond a trek—a pilgrimage of faith, perseverance, and dedication. Plan carefully, adhere to official instructions, and get ready for an exalted experience.