To create a new Abhyasi record:

1. Click on Abhyasis.
2. Click on AIF (Abhyasi Information Form).
3. Enter abhyasi details based on what is in the paper form.
   1. Overseas NCs - copy details from email
4. Upload scanned photo now (preferably) or later (*), corresponding to specifications in Data Entry - Upload Photo.
5. At any time, save the record by clicking on the 'Save' button. The record is saved in 'Draft' status.
6. Submit the record for approval by clicking on the 'Submit' button. Please note a photo must be uploaded in order to submit the record.
7. If there are no conflicts with existing records, it is 'Auto-approved'.
8. Else, it goes to 'Submitted' state and a manual verification is needed by the HQ team. If they find errors:
   1. Further editing/clarification to be done.
   2. Then, resubmit for approval.
9. Once approved, the record moves to 'Approved' state.

(*) See Data Entry - Edit if uploading later