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About UIDAI

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is the official government body responsible for managing Aadhaar, the world’s largest biometric identity system. Established in 2016 by the Government of India, it operates under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to ensure every resident has a unique, verifiable identity.

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People at UIDAI

Transparency and Accountability

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Who we are

UIDAI traces its origins to the 2006 UID initiatives, evolving into a statutory authority tasked with building a robust digital identity system and streamlining service delivery for residents across India.

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Careers

Explore career opportunities at UIDAI through deputation, contracts, volunteering, and sabbaticals, along with access to past officers’ details and active tenders and proposals.

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Our Offices

UIDAI operates from its New Delhi Head Office and eight Regional Offices across India, and maintains data centres in Bengaluru and Manesar, ensuring nationwide reach and efficient service delivery.

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People at UIDAI

At the Unique Identification Authority of India, leadership comprises Chairperson Neelkanth Mishra, members Prof. Mausam and Nilesh Shah, and CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar. Supported by experienced officers and strong policies, UIDAI ensures effective governance, secure Aadhaar services, and a transparent, inclusive work environment.

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Transparency and Accountability

Know more about our organisation Structure, composition of UIDAI, policies and officers served in past

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Access UIDAI’s legal framework, including the Aadhaar Act 2016, amendments, ordinances, and related laws governing identity, authentication, and service delivery in India.

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Aadhaar Dashboard

View key Aadhaar statistics, including enrolments, updates, authentications, eKYC transactions, and registered devices, reflecting the scale and reach of UIDAI services across India.

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Published on: 11 Apr 2026

Last Updated: 18 May 2026

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