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Yes. Aadhaar eSign holds legal value and is admissible in court under the Indian IT Act, 2000.

eSign is an electronic signature service that uses your Aadhaar number to digitally sign documents. It works by verifying your identity through OTP, biometric,iris or face authentication via UIDAI.

Yes, Aadhaar eSign is legally recognized by government departments like Income Tax, GSTN, EPFO, and MCA under the IT Act, 2000.

Is eSign legally binding in court? Yes. Aadhaar eSign holds legal value and is admissible in court under the Indian IT Act, 2000.

You cannot use OTP-based eSign unless your Aadhaar is linked to your mobile number. Visit a nearby Aadhaar Seva Kendra to update it.

No, internet access is required for real-time Aadhaar authentication..

UIDAI sets daily usage limits, but multiple documents can be signed. For bulk signing, biometric or API-based options are preferred.

Check if your Aadhaar is linked to your current mobile number, verify network issues, or try again later due to UIDAI server delays.

Yes, for biometric eSign you need a supported device like Morpho, Mantra, or Startek for fingerprint or iris scans.

Only UIDAI-approved L1 RD (Registered Device) compliant biometric scanners are supported.

Yes, as long as your device is RD-compliant and has internet access for UIDAI authentication.

Biometric data is encrypted and processed through secure UIDAI channels. It is never stored or reused.

Yes. Businesses can integrate eSign APIs to allow customers or employees to digitally sign forms on their websites or apps.

Yes. Aadhaar eSign APIs are provided by licensed ASPs (Application Service Providers) with UIDAI approval.

DSCs require USB tokens and manual installation. Aadhaar eSign is faster, cloud-based, and doesn’t require physical hardware.

eSign is cost-effective, instant, and does not require carrying or managing physical tokens.

No. Your Aadhaar number is used only for authentication and is never stored by the signing platform.

eSigned documents come with tamper-proof certificates and timestamps, ensuring authenticity.

Yes. eSign follows UIDAI’s strict security standards, including encryption, audit trails, and real-time validation.

eSign services comply with UIDAI, CCA (Controller of Certifying Authorities), and IT Act guidelines for data protection.

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Q. Is eSign legally binding in court?

Q. What is eSign and how does it work with Aadhaar?

Q. Is Aadhaar eSign accepted by government authorities?

Q. Do I need a physical signature after using eSign?

Q. What if my Aadhaar is not linked to my mobile number?

Q. Can I use Aadhaar eSign without the internet?

Q. How many documents can I sign using OTP-based eSign?

Q. Why didn’t I receive the OTP for eSign?

Q. Do I need to buy a biometric device for eSign?

Q. Which biometric devices are supported for Aadhaar eSign?

Q. Can I use fingerprint or iris scan from any location?

Q. How secure is biometric data during eSign?

Q. Can businesses integrate eSign on their portals?

Q. Is there an API available for eSign?

Q. How is eSign different from DSC (Digital Signature Certificate)?

Q. What are the benefits of using eSign over physical DSC tokens?

Q. Is my Aadhaar number stored during the eSign process?

Q. How do I know my document hasn’t been tampered with?

Q. Is Aadhaar eSign safe from fraud and misuse?

What security standards are followed for eSign?

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