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Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA)

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The Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA) is a strategic initiative by UIDAI to foster a culture of open innovation and co-creation around India’s Identity Technology (ID Tech) ecosystem.

This folder will have new initiatives taken by UIDAI

Children need to update their Biometrics (fingerprint, iris, photo) on attaining the age of 5 and 15 years

Provides information about available forms, design considerations and usage of Aadhaar.

/aadhaar/unique-identification-authority-of-india

Provides a brief overview of Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) - government agency responsible for Aadhaar enrolment and authentication.

Provides information about services of My Aadhaar 

/aadhaar/aadhaar-app-one-app-for-multiple-aadhaar-services

Provides features of the new Aadhaar App that reimagines identity verification, keeping people at its core.

Provides the details of Aadhaar Online Services.

Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) invites applications from PhD/PhD candidates for Internship at UIDAI Technology Centre 

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This folder includes the documents that highlights best practices for stakeholders of Aadhaar.

/aadhaar/udai-(उदय)-aadhaar’s-mascot-with-a-friendly-face

The mascot is a resident-facing communication companion to simplify public understanding of the Aadhaar services.

/aadhaar/do’s-and-don’ts-of-aadhaar-usage

Provides information about Do’s and Don’ts of Aadhaar Usage.

Provides an overview information about Aadhaar Enrolment and Update.

Navigate this folder for Aadhaar related documents and information about service charges.

Provides information about Aadhaar Seva Kendra.

<p>The Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA) is a strategic initiative by UIDAI to foster a culture of open innovation and co-creation around India&rsquo;s Identity Technology (ID Tech) ecosystem.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>SITAA is a national innovation and collaboration initiative to strengthen India&rsquo;s digital identity ecosystem through research, technology development, and ecosystem partnerships.</p>
<p>This initiative&rsquo;s objective is to:</p>
<ul>
<li>Foster innovation in identity technologies</li>
<li>Enable indigenous development in ID Tech</li>
<li>Support research and co-creation</li>
<li>Enable Aadhaar-aligned use cases</li>
<li>Build globally benchmarked DPI solutions</li>
</ul>
<h3>Who is it for?</h3>
<p>SITAA is designed for Innovators Across the Ecosystem:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Startups</strong>: Early- and growth-stage startups developing innovative solu</li>
<li>tions in the digital identity domain</li>
<li><strong>Academia &amp; Research</strong>: Universities and research institutions working on AI, privacy, biometrics, cybersecurity, and inclusive digital systems.</li>
<li><strong>Industry &amp; Providers</strong>: Established firms and technology providers building mature ID solutions</li>
</ul>
<h3>Benefits to SITAA Cohorts</h3>
<ul>
<li>Financial Support</li>
<li>Mentorship &amp; Guidance</li>
<li>UIDAI Test Environment</li>
<li>Business Network</li>
<li>Investor &amp; VC Access</li>
<li>Certification &amp; Recognition</li>
</ul>
<p>To know more, visit <a title="External website that opens in new window" href="https://beta.uidai.gov.in/en/sitaa" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://beta.uidai.gov.in/en/sitaa</a>&nbsp;</p>