Mantra Softech Receives UIDAI Recognition for Advanced Biometric Spoof Detection Technology

Mantra Softech has received the Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Contribution to Innovation in Biometric Authentication Solutions from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). The award was presented by Shri Bhuvnesh Kumar, IAS – CEO, UIDAI, together with the UIDAI leadership team, to Mr. Hiren Bhandari, Director – Technical, and Mr. Bhavyen Bhandari, Director – Project, during the fourth Aadhaar Samvaad hosted by UIDAI in Hyderabad.

This recognition highlights Mantra Softech's development of the most accurate spoof detection technology in biometrics, setting a new benchmark in secure identity management. As biometric authentication becomes increasingly integral to India's digital identity infrastructure, the technology addresses growing threats from fraudulent attempts using fake fingerprints, silicone molds, digital projection, and paper projection that challenge the integrity of biometric systems.

The company dedicated significant R&D resources to developing a solution that could accurately detect and prevent spoofing attempts in real time. The resulting technology combines AI-driven liveness detection with compliance to global security standards. Deep learning models trained on extensive datasets can distinguish between real and fake biometric traits by analyzing texture, depth, and reflectivity. The solution meets international standards for Presentation Attack Detection under ISO/IEC 30107 PAD Compliance, ensuring global relevance and reliability.

Mantra Softech has achieved several national and global firsts alongside this recognition. The company earned India's First iBeta Certification for Iris Sensors, achieving iBeta Level-1 & Level-2 PAD certification that validates commitment to world-class compliance. The company also established India's First Spoof Lab in Ahmedabad, a dedicated facility for testing and benchmarking presentation attack detection that reinforces India's self-reliance in biometric R&D.

Perhaps most significantly, Mantra has developed ASIM (Anti-Spoofing Intelligence Multi-biometric System), the world's first Spoof Large Model. This unified AI model trained for face, fingerprint, and iris spoof detection represents a groundbreaking innovation that will be officially launched at the Global Fintech Festival (GFF) in October 2025. These achievements position Mantra Softech as both an Indian leader and global innovator in biometric security.

The recognition at Aadhaar Samvaad underscores Mantra Softech's alignment with the Government of India's Digital India mission, which emphasizes secure, inclusive, and technology-driven growth. UIDAI's endorsement validates the company's role in safeguarding the Aadhaar ecosystem and supporting the larger vision of a trusted digital society. A company spokesperson stated that these milestones will ensure biometric authentication remains resilient against evolving threats while supporting the nation's mission for a secure, future-ready ecosystem.

The applications of Mantra Softech's spoof detection and related innovations extend across multiple industries. In banking and fintech, the technology prevents fraudulent account openings and strengthens transaction security. Telecom companies benefit from enhanced subscriber KYC processes with fraud-proof biometric checks. Government services secure Aadhaar-linked programs, subsidies, and welfare distribution. Aviation and border security sectors gain robust, real-time passenger identity verification, while enterprise security ensures trusted workforce management and logical access control.

With deployments in over 40 countries, Mantra Softech continues to invest in multimodal authentication, AI-driven identity intelligence, and cloud-native security frameworks. The recognition from UIDAI represents both a milestone in the company's journey and a springboard for future innovation, reinforcing India's reputation as a hub for advanced digital identity technologies.