Role of UIDAI Aadhaar Authentication Devices

Overview :

Aadhaar authentication is initiated through authentication devices. Authentication devices perform the following key functions:

Authentication devices are deployed by the AUA, Sub AUA or their agents. The connectivity from devices to AUA/ Sub AUA server is also provisioned by the AUA/ Sub AUA.

Some possible form factors in which biometric authentication devices may be deployed include:



Application Components for Authentication Devices :


Authentication application: AUAs should develop authentication application based on its business needs and UIDAI’s authentication API.