Overview
Sanchar Aadhaar is a no-cost Android application created by Intensetech to support the eKYC requirements of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) retailers and franchise partners. It’s intended to simplify onboarding for new mobile and broadband subscriptions by moving customer identity verification to a digital workflow.
Core Functions
- Digitally captures customer signatures and removes the need for paper forms, which speeds up processing and reduces physical paperwork.
- Scans Aadhaar cards and takes customer photographs to verify identity on the spot.
- Lets retailers monitor the progress of verification requests and retrieve verification reports from within the app.
- Presents an easy-to-navigate interface so staff can complete checks quickly and with minimal training.
- Helps accelerate customer activation and improves the overall subscriber experience by consolidating verification steps into one app.
Platform and Access
The app is distributed for Android devices and is designed specifically for authorized BSNL retailers and franchisees. It is available at no charge and focuses on making the eKYC flow seamless for point-of-sale staff handling new connections.
Alternative Solutions
- SIB BHIM Aadhaar Pay — Free
- M-Aadhaar (UIDAI official app) — useful for Aadhaar-related authentication and utility functions
Why use Sanchar Aadhaar
By centralizing identity capture (photo, Aadhaar scan, signature) and offering status tracking, the app streamlines the eKYC process, reduces errors from manual paperwork, and shortens the time to activate a new mobile or broadband service.
Technical
- Android
- Free