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Office memorandum of Implementation of mandatory Aadhaar-based identification/authentication of beneficiaries under Sec 142 of the Code on Social Security, 2020

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-office-memorandum-of-implementation-of-mandatory-aadhaar-based-identification-authentication-of-beneficiaries-under-sec-14) on 2026-05-22, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to ensure the accurate identification and authentication of beneficiaries receiving social security benefits, thereby preventing leakages and promoting efficient delivery of welfare schemes.

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Gazette ID central-office-memorandum-of-implementation-of-mandatory-aadhaar-based-identification-authentication-of-beneficiaries-under-sec-14
Category Labour Code
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-05-22

Action Required

Employers and HR departments must implement Aadhaar-based identification and authentication for beneficiaries under the social security schemes, and ensure compliance with the guidelines outlined in the office memorandum. They should also update their systems and processes to facilitate seamless authentication.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Code on Social Security, 2020

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers and HR departments must implement Aadhaar-based identification and authentication for beneficiaries under the social security schemes, and ensure compliance with the guidelines outlined in the office memorandum. They should also update their systems and processes to facilitate seamless authentication.
Compliance Deadline

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to ensure the accurate identification and authentication of beneficiaries receiving social security benefits, thereby preventing leakages and promoting efficient delivery of welfare schemes.

Summary

The Central Government has issued an office memorandum to implement mandatory Aadhaar-based identification and authentication of beneficiaries under Section 14 of the Code on Social Security, 2020, aiming to streamline and secure benefit disbursement. This move is expected to enhance transparency and reduce fraud in social security schemes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-office-memorandum-of-implementation-of-mandatory-aadhaar-based-identification-authentication-of-beneficiaries-under-sec-14)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-05-22.
What is Gazette Notification central-office-memorandum-of-implementation-of-mandatory-aadhaar-based-identification-authentication-of-beneficiaries-under-sec-14 about?
The purpose of this notification is to ensure the accurate identification and authentication of beneficiaries receiving social security benefits, thereby preventing leakages and promoting efficient delivery of welfare schemes.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official notification is published by the respective State Government and is linked directly from this page for your reference and download.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification central-office-memorandum-of-implementation-of-mandatory-aadhaar-based-identification-authentication-of-beneficiaries-under-sec-14?
Employers and HR departments must implement Aadhaar-based identification and authentication for beneficiaries under the social security schemes, and ensure compliance with the guidelines outlined in the office memorandum. They should also update their systems and processes to facilitate seamless authentication. The compliance deadline is 2026-05-22.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-office-memorandum-of-implementation-of-mandatory-aadhaar-based-identification-authentication-of-beneficiaries-under-sec-14?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).