AI-Native KYC Stack by Cashfree Payments

Overview

The AI-Native KYC Stack is an identity verification solution designed for businesses in India. The platform offers zero-cost access limited to the first 200 slots and promises to reduce drop-offs by 40%, provide fraud-proof compliance, and enable businesses to go live in 2 hours.

Key Benefits

Boost Conversions by 40%

Real-time feedback guides users to fix blurry Aadhaar scans or dim selfies, even with no tech skills.

Go Live in 2 Hours, Not Days

Single API for multiple IDs, Pre-built SDKs, no-code dashboards, and 24/7 engineering support.

Advanced Risk Checks

Blocks AI-generated deepfakes, tampered documents, and identity spoofing.

RBI-Compliant by Default

Auto-masks Aadhaar/PAN, generates pre-audit reports in one click.

KYC Verification Process

The AI-Native KYC Stack simplifies KYC verification for India through a four-step process:

Step 1: Document Upload

Auto extracts ID details, achieving 95% first-attempt approvals with real-time quality checks.

Step 2: Name Check

India-specific matching auto-approves valid name variations (e.g., Rajesh Devara Gowda and Rajesh D. G.)

Step 3: Face Match with Liveness Checks

Works even on low light, low bandwidth, and blocks masks, deepfakes, and static images.

Step 4: Automated Compliance Checks

AI auto-masking Aadhaar/PAN ensures 100% compliance and audit-ready logs.

Use Cases by Industry

Speed Up Rural Onboarding for NBFCs

Challenge: Farmers submit torn Aadhaar cards, low-light selfies, and regional name variations (e.g., "Raju" vs. PAN's "Rajesh Kumar").

Solution: AI reads damaged docs, verifies dim-lit selfies, and matches nickname logic. Can accelerate onboarding by 40%, even in low-connectivity areas.

Stop Synthetic Identity Fraud in Lending

Challenge: Fraudsters mix real PAN with fake Aadhaar and use decade-old photos.

Solution: AI flags document inconsistencies, matches aged faces (92% accuracy), and detects gender mismatches. Can reduce fraudulent loan approvals and minimize risk exposure.

Prevent Fake Accounts in E-commerce

Challenge: Fraudsters exploit discounts using Photoshopped PAN cards and deepfake selfies.

Solution: AI detects tampered docs, verifies live selfies, and flags name mismatches (e.g., "Rajesh K." vs. PAN). Can potentially reduce fake account creation and promo abuse.

Reduce First-Party Fraud in BNPL

Challenge: Users deny BNPL transactions, claiming stolen Aadhaar and deepfake selfies.

Solution: AI validates document authenticity, blocks AI-generated faces, and enforces exact name matches. Can cut first-party fraud disputes by up to 80%.

Onboard Gig Workers Instantly with AI KYC

Challenge: Drivers submit cut-off licenses with name mismatches ("M. Selvam" vs. Aadhaar's "Murugan Selvam").

Solution: AI extracts data from partial docs, works offline on 2G, and links initials to full names. Can streamline onboarding for 30K+ drivers daily with minimal drop-offs.

Ensure RBI-Compliant KYC for Fintechs

Challenge: Manual Aadhaar masking errors expose fintechs to compliance risks.

Solution: AI auto-masks IDs, verifies live selfies (not screenshots), and ensures name consistency. Can help fintechs stay 100% RBI-compliant while automating verification.

Customer Testimonials

Tushar Panhale, Head of Payments, Ring & Kissht

"They are extremely good, trustworthy and a great partner - long way to go with Cashfree!"

Mehul Nath Jindal, CEO & Co-Founder, BharatX

"Cashfree Verification Team has built an amazing stack and launched some pioneering products. Having worked with more than 10+ players in this space, I can say that they are one of the most innovative players!"

Zaheer Adenwala, Co-Founder at Ketto

"What we really like about Bank Account Verification feature is that it's extremely quick, and real-time. This feature helped us enhance the user experience - making the document approval and beneficiary onboarding very seamless."

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I claim the BFS offer?

Scan the QR code at our booth, or submit your details at the provided form and we'll reach out to you.

What's included in the VIP Launch Access?

Unlimited SmartOCR, Face Match, and Name Match checks. No caps. Dedicated engineering support.

How do you handle Malayalam/Bengali names?

ML models trained on 1 Cr+ regional names. Handles "Sreeraj" (Malayalam) vs "Sriraj" (Hindi).

What if my user's document is torn?

SmartOCR accepts partial docs, if critical fields (name, ID number) are visible.

Can I adjust fraud thresholds for gig workers vs banks?

Yes. Set Face Match thresholds (e.g., 70% for gig apps, 90% for NBFCs) in your dashboard.

How do you prevent deepfakes?

Liveness checks detect screen replays, 3D masks, and AI-generated faces via micro-movement analysis.

How do I stay RBI-compliant?

Auto-masking hides Aadhaar/PAN details. All checks are logged with timestamps for audits.

Related Products and Services

Secure ID

Onboard users seamlessly with our compliant and highly customisable 360° identity verification platform - built to scale as your business grows.

Bank Account Verification

Use our complete verification suite for e-KYC and verify the beneficiary bank account or UPI ID before sending money.

Face Match & Liveness Check

Authenticate users for confident and secure onboarding through reliable Face Match API and Face Liveness Detection, in compliance with RBI's Digital KYC guidelines.

Aadhaar eSign

Send, track, and request Aadhaar-holders to eSign documents in the most reliable, remote and effortless way. Get started with a simple API integration and go paperless.

About Cashfree Payments

Cashfree Payments enables 1 Million+ growing businesses in India and across the globe to collect payments, make payouts, manage international payments, and more. Cashfree Payments is backed by SBI, Y Combinator, Krafton, and Apis partners and was incubated by PayPal.

Regulatory Compliance

RBI Authorised Payment Aggregator License Certificate of Authorisation No. 266/2025

RBI Authorised Prepaid Payment Instrument (PPI) Provider Certificate of Authorisation No. 209/2024

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Collect Payments

Recurring Payments

Make Payouts

Escrow as a Service

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Verify Identity

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