Aadhaar Verification FAQs

Can I verify the Aadhaar by just knowing the name of the person?

No, to verify an Aadhaar card, it is mandatory to enter the Aadhaar number.

What is online Aadhaar Verification?

Online Aadhaar Verification lets businesses validate and verify the authenticity of their customer/vendor/employee’s Aadhaar card in order to avoid identity theft or deal with fraudsters.

What are the details I need to input to verify an Aadhaar?

All you need to input is the 12-digit Aadhaar number of the individual and you will get an instant verification status.

What are the details that I will be able to see on verifying an Aadhaar card?

Once an Aadhaar number is entered, the system will return whether the Aadhaar is valid or not along with the following details (if valid):

• Age band

• Gender

• State

• Mobile number last three digits

Do I have to pay in advance, or can I pay after the Aadhaar verification is done?

There is an option to pay either way - pre-paid or post-paid. Please get in touch with our sales team to find the best suitable method for you.

What is OTP-based Aadhaar Verification?

OTP-based Aadhaar Verification/ OKYC will enable merchants to verify the identity of their users against the 12-digit Aadhaar number of the users, followed by an OTP authentication generated on the Aadhaar-registered mobile number. A detailed response will be provided to the merchants which can be used to verify the identity of individuals.

What all details can be verified through OTP-based Aadhaar Verification?

The following details can be verified through OTP-based Aadhaar Verification, by Cashfree Payments:

• Registered Name

• Gender

• Address

• State

• Image of the user

• Father’s Name

• Date of Birth

• Contact Number

• Email Address

How much do I have to pay for OKYC?

Aadhaar Verification is priced at ₹1 per verification. OKYC, the integrated premium OTP-based Aadhaar Verification is priced at ₹1.5.

Note: Limited time offer you can now grab the deal at just ₹1 per Verification. Valid from 15th Nov to 15th Dec.

What is the validity of the received OTP?

• The generated OTP will be valid for 10 Minutes.

• In case the user hasn’t received the OTP in the 1st go, you can generate the second OTP only after 45 seconds of the 1st try. (The OTP can generate maximum of 6 times)