UPSC to verify identity of candidates appearing for exams through Aadhaar authentication, here’s why

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will now be verifying the identity of candidates registering and appearing for exams through Aadhaar authentication, to curb incidents of forgery and malpractice. “The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is allowed to perform Aadhaar authentication, on voluntary basis, for verification of identity of candidates at the time of registration on ‘One Time Registration’ portal and various stages of examination/recruitment test, using Yes/No or/and e-KYC authentication facility,” said Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) in a notification.

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