In a significant milestone for India’s digital infrastructure, Aadhaar authentication transactions have crossed the 150 billion mark, according to the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). This cumulative figure of over 15,011 crore authentications, achieved by the end of April 2025, marks a new chapter in the country’s expanding digital ecosystem.
The UIDAI said that Aadhaar-based authentication continues to play a crucial role in enabling the ease of living, strengthening welfare delivery mechanisms, and facilitating access to a wide range of voluntary services. In April 2025 alone, nearly 210 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions were recorded, marking an increase of approximately 8% compared to the same month last year.
Alongside authentication, Aadhaar’s e-KYC (Electronic Know Your Customer) service has also shown remarkable growth, becoming an integral component in streamlining customer onboarding and improving the ease of doing business. In April 2025, the number of e-KYC transactions stood at 37.3 crore, reflecting a 39.7% surge from April 2024. As of April-end, the total number of e-KYC transactions has exceeded 2,393 crore.
The growing adoption of UIDAI’s AI-driven face authentication solution is further enhancing service delivery. Developed in-house using artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, this authentication method recorded approximately 14 crore transactions in April. Over 100 government and private sector entities are currently leveraging face authentication to ensure seamless and contactless service experiences for Aadhaar number holders.
