J&K Bank begins registration for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra across the country
Registers around 6000 yatris amid enthusiastic response on Day 1
Srinagar, Apr 15: Reiterating its longstanding association with the annual pilgrimage, J&K Bank today commenced the registration of pilgrims for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra – 2026 across the country, witnessing an overwhelming response from devotees on the very first day. The yatra is scheduled to start from 3rd July and will continue till 28th of August.
A heavy rush was witnessed across designated branches throughout the day, with almost 6000 yatris registering themselves, reflecting the deep faith and enthusiasm among pilgrims for undertaking the sacred journey. The registration process is being facilitated through 110 designated branches of the Bank across the country and is being carried out on a first-come, first-served basis, in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board.
Commenting on the occasion, MD & CEO Amitava Chatterjee said, “J&K Bank has always remained committed to facilitating pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. From enabling a seamless registration process to ensuring easy and reliable banking services during the pilgrimage, we strive to ensure convenience for thousands of yatris at every step of their sacred journey to the holy cave.”
“Dedicated help desks have been set up at branches to guide and assist yatris, while staff have been trained in advance to facilitate a smooth and hassle-free experience”, he added.
As per the prescribed procedure, advance registration of intending yatris is being conducted through Aadhaar-based biometric eKYC authentication on a real-time basis, with system-generated Yatra permits issued via the Shrine Board’s official portal.
Notably, pilgrims are required to submit a valid Compulsory Health Certificate (CHC) issued by authorized medical institutions along with the prescribed fee to obtain the Yatra permit.
