STQC

QR Code Scanner

STQC certifies QR code scanners used for offline Aadhaar authentication under the Biometric Device Certification Scheme (BDCS), following STQC/BDCS/P11 (procedure for test, evaluation and certification of QR code scanners). UIDAI developed a secure QR code that carries digitally signed demographic data and photograph, and scanners must meet UIDAI specifications.

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Service Overview

What is QR Code Scanner?

A QR code scanner certified under BDCS is a device or software scanner that can read and verify UIDAI’s secure Aadhaar QR code for offline authentication in government programmes. Certification confirms conformance to the UIDAI and STQC specification (STQC/BDCS/D08) after testing.

Documents include the application (STQC/BDCS/F01) with device specifications and certification agreement, device documentation, SDK or API, test samples and software build, compliance documents per D08 and P11 and the testing and certification fee. Certified scanners are listed with biometric device certification.

QR Code Scanner

Who Needs This Service

Vendors of QR code scanners and POS devices that read Aadhaar QR codes for e-KYC or attendance need this.

Device makers serving government programmes benefit.

App developers should check scanner requirements.

If your device is not used for Aadhaar, it may not apply.

Key Benefits

Certified QR scanner
UIDAI spec compliance
Application and samples prepared
Test coordination
Listing

Next Steps & Related Services

After certification, maintain compliance. Related services: Biometric Devices, STQC certification and ISO 9001.

Common Mistakes

Outdated spec.
Incomplete SDK.
Wrong samples.
Ignoring updates.
Missing documents.

Timeline, Costs & Practical Tips

Testing time varies.

Practical tip: check D08 spec first.

Additional Information

Secure QR codes enable offline authentication.

Practical Scenarios

Scenario 1:

A POS maker certifies.

Scenario 2:

A scanner vendor certifies.

Scenario 3:

An app vendor checks.

Process & Planning

For a QR code scanner, read the BDCS-P11 procedure and the D08 specification, prepare the application (BDCS-F01) with device details, SDK or API, documents and samples, and submit with the certification agreement and fee. STQC tests the scanner against UIDAI requirements and, if it passes, certifies and lists it. Planning checklist: test decoding and signature verification in varied lighting and conditions, keep software versions consistent with the tested build and plan re-testing if the scanner or app changes.

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Frequently asked questions

Need clarity?

What does it certify?

Scanners for Aadhaar secure QR codes.

Which procedure applies?

STQC/BDCS/P11.

Which spec?

STQC/BDCS/D08.

Is an SDK needed?

Yes, device documentation and SDK or API.

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