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Table of Contents
- What is Aadhaar and Why Use Aadhaar Verification
- What is Aadhaar Verification API
- Types of Aadhaar Verification APIs
- Methodology
- Sectors that can use Aadhaar Verification API
- Key Features
- Using Decentro’s APIs for Aadhaar Verification
- Aadhaar Verification - FAQs
What is Aadhaar & Why Use Aadhaar Verification?
Aadhaar number is a unique 12-digit number based on an individual’s biometric and demographic data and can be used to verify their identity. Aadhaar Verification is a crucial part of the customer onboarding process for a number of sectors like NBFCs, banks, lending companies, and insurance companies for fraud prevention.
What is Aadhaar Verification API?
The Aadhaar Verification API is a powerful tool designed to confirm the authenticity of an individual’s Aadhaar without physical documents, manual checks, or lengthy onboarding flows. Depending on the use case, verification can happen online via OTP, or entirely offline via a QR-based consent flow. Giving businesses a single integration point for all Aadhaar verification needs.
Types of Aadhaar Verification APIs
Basic
Aadhaar KYC
Simple plug-and-play APIs or SDKs help you go live within hours and worry less about integrations.
OTP-based
Paperless eKYC
OTP-based verification to
fetch details for POI and POA verification.
Offline Verification via OVSE
Verify a customer’s identity using a secure QR-based consent flow through the resident’s Aadhaar app.
Aadhaar Verification via DigiLocker
Verifying documents fetched from DigiLocker using an OTP.
Methodology
Execute Aadhaar verification in 4 simple steps
Step 2
Generate and validate Aadhaar number using the specified verification type
Step 3
Generate Aadhaar verification response using verification API
Step 4
Extract and verify multiple data points to authenticate customer identity
Offline Verification - How it works
Step 1
Business generates a verification request via Decentro
Step 2
Customer scans the QR using their Aadhaar app
Step 3
Customer taps approve and consent is captured directly on their device.
Step 4
Decentro surfaces the verified identity data back to the business in real time
Works even in low-connectivity environments. Entire flow completes in under 10 seconds.
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Sectors that can use Aadhaar Verification API
Banks/ NBFCs
Insurance companies
Lending platforms
Investment platforms
Telecom service providers
Travel service providers
Theme Parks & Entertainment Venues
Museums & Tourist Attractions
Airports & Lounges
Cycle/Bike/Auto Rentals
Hospitality & Co-working Spaces
Gig & Delivery Platforms
Key Features Of Aadhaar Verification API
Real-time
Aadhaar verification
Verify Aadhaar details like Name, Address, Gender, DOB and photo in a few seconds.
Enhanced
Fraud Detection
Drive better fraud detection by thwarting forged documents using the Aadhaar verification API.
Accurate
Aadhaar details
Avoid incomplete/wrong Aadhaar details so as to pose issues to customers who want to avail services from banks or other financial institutions.
Seamless
Integration
The API offers seamless integration with existing applications and systems, making it easy for businesses to incorporate Aadhaar verification and KYC capabilities into their workflows without disrupting existing processes.
Offline-Ready
Verification
Verify identities at physical touchpoints, kiosks, counters, venues, with no internet dependency. The only thing needed is a customer's Aadhaar app.
Compliance &
Security
The API adheres to stringent security protocols and regulatory standards by encrypting data transmission and implementing secure access controls, maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of customer information.
Aadhaar verification API for your business - The Decentro Edge
Why Decentro’s APIs for Aadhaar verification?
Verify customers on the fly while driving accuracy and speed for onboarding and transactions.
Help businesses increase their operational efficiency and reduce the risk of errors caused by manual processing.
Save on the hefty fees you otherwise have to pay payment gateways for each transaction.
Seamless integration with existing systems, making it easy for businesses to incorporate Aadhaar verification and KYC capabilities into their existing workflows.
Handle high volumes of service requests with our scalable APIs, ensuring reliable performance and quick response times, especially during peak times.
Our APIs are fully compliant with all KYC, UIDAI, and other regulatory requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I verify the authenticity of an Aadhaar card?
You can simply enter the Aadhaar details of the individual and verify their details using Decentro’s Aadhaar verification API instantly.
What are the details needed for Aadhar verification?
How much time does it take to verify an Aadhar card?
Is there a limit to the number of Aadhaar cards that can be verified in a day?
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