Many people say, “I want to donate my organs after my death.”
But knowing where and how to officially record that wish is equally important.

In India, organ donation is regulated by law, and the Government of India has established a national system for people who wish to register their intention to become organ and tissue donors.

Start with the official government portal

For Indian citizens aged 18 years and above, the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO) provides the official online system for registering an organ and tissue donation pledge.

The Government’s NOTTO awareness material directs citizens to: notto.abdm.gov.in

The registration process uses Aadhaar and OTP verification and a digital donor pledge certificate can be downloaded after registration.

What does making a pledge actually mean?

A pledge is your decision and recorded intention to donate your organs and/or tissues after death.

It is an important first step—but it does not mean that organs will automatically be removed after death.

At the time of death, medical professionals must determine whether donation is medically possible and the applicable legal requirements must be followed.

NOTTO specifically advises people to inform and discuss their decision with their family. Its guidance states that after death, consent from the family or legal next of kin is still required.

Why is talking to your family so important?

Imagine making your decision today but never telling the people closest to you.

When the family is faced with the loss of a loved one, they may not know what that person wanted.

A simple conversation can make a difference:

“I have decided to become an organ donor. Please respect my decision if I am ever in a situation where donation is possible.”

Your family should know about your wish just as clearly as you do.

Don’t just make the pledge—share the decision

Organ donation is ultimately about people.

One person makes the decision.
A family understands the decision.
Medical professionals follow the process.
And, when donation is medically and legally possible, another person may receive a chance at life.

That is why registration and family awareness should go together.

This article is for public awareness and educational purposes. For the latest registration procedure and applicable legal requirements, always refer to the official Government of India/NOTTO information.