STQC

Biometric Devices

STQC operates the Biometric Device Certification Scheme (BDCS) to certify biometric devices against UIDAI’s Aadhaar specifications. The scheme covers fingerprint image scanners and iris cameras for enrolment and authentication devices, including pre-certified hardware, and QR code scanners for offline authentication. UIDAI’s procurement requires STQC certification.

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Service Overview

What is Biometric Devices?

Biometric device certification confirms that a fingerprint scanner, iris scanner or similar device is reliable, safe and secure and meets the technical specifications of UIDAI’s Aadhaar registered device framework, including image quality, safety and electromagnetic compatibility. The list of certified devices is published by STQC.

Documents include the application (BDCS-F01 or older BDCS-03-05) with device specifications, ISO 9001 certificate for device development and supply, safety certification (UL/ANSI, IEC 60825-1 or RoHS) and calibration compliance certificate in the older form, design document, user manual, SDK or API and driver software, test samples such as three devices, certification agreement and fee. Rules and procedures are in STQC/BDCS/D01 and procedures P10 and P11.

Biometric Devices

Who Needs This Service

Aadhaar-ecosystem device makers, biometric attendance and e-KYC vendors and system integrators need BDCS.

Device makers entering government projects need certification.

Vendors supplying to UIDAI partners benefit.

If your device is not for Aadhaar use, other standards may apply.

Key Benefits

UIDAI-aligned certification
Application and samples prepared
Testing coordinated
Listing as certified device
Government project readiness

Next Steps & Related Services

After certification, maintain compliance. Related services: QR Code Scanner, STQC certification and ISO 9001.

Common Mistakes

Outdated specifications.
Missing ISO or safety certificates.
Incomplete SDK.
Wrong samples.
Ignoring updates.

Timeline, Costs & Practical Tips

Testing takes time.

Practical tip: check latest UIDAI specs.

Additional Information

BDCS ensures biometric devices meet Aadhaar security requirements.

Practical Scenarios

Scenario 1:

A scanner maker certifies.

Scenario 2:

An iris device maker certifies.

Scenario 3:

A vendor lists certified devices.

Process & Planning

For BDCS certification, start by reading UIDAI's specifications and the STQC BDCS rules and procedures (D01, P10 and P11). Prepare the application (BDCS-F01), device specifications, ISO 9001 and safety certificates, design document, user manual, SDK or API and driver software, and supply the required samples. STQC tests image quality, safety and EMC and issues certification, after which the device is listed. Planning checklist: lock firmware before testing, keep SDK documentation consistent, track UIDAI specification updates and plan re-certification for product changes.

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Frequently asked questions

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Which devices are covered?

Fingerprint scanners, iris cameras and QR code scanners for Aadhaar.

Who requires certification?

UIDAI's procurement.

What samples are needed?

Test samples such as three devices.

What forms apply?

BDCS-F01 or earlier BDCS-03-05.

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