Aadhaar Authentications Cross 211 Crore in May 2025, Driving India’s Digital Growth
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) reported over 211 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions in May 2025, reflecting the expanding role of Aadhaar in digital governance and welfare delivery. This represents a significant rise compared to previous months and May 2024. Among these, face authentication transactions alone touched 15.49 crore, demonstrating increasing adoption of biometric solutions. Aadhaar’s digital infrastructure continues to empower government agencies and private institutions in streamlining services and enhancing user convenience.
UIDAI released data on June 5, 2025, showing over 211 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions in May 2025. It marks an increase over April 2025 and May 2024’s 201.76 crore transactions. It highlights the crucial role of Aadhaar in welfare schemes, e-KYC, digital identity verification, and financial services. UIDAI’s AI/ML-powered face authentication systems have seen rapid growth.
Overall Authentication Transactions May 2025
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| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | Aadhaar Authentications Cross 211 Crore in May 2025, Driving India’s Digital Growth |
| Total Aadhaar Auth Transactions | (May 2025) 211+ crore |
| Face Authentication Transactions | 15.49 crore |
| e-KYC Transactions Over | 37 crore |
| Cumulative Auth Transactions | 15,223 crore+ |
| Use Cases | DBT, banking, telecom, oil subsidies, welfare schemes |
| Benefits | Secure, real-time ID verification; reduces fraud; improves service delivery |
| Growth | Compared to May 2024 Increase from 201.76 crore to 211 crore |
| Technology Support | AI/ML-enhanced face authentication by UIDAI |
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