A consortium of companies officially launched the Skill Passport platform in New Delhi on March 28, 2026. This new system uses blockchain and artificial intelligence to create a unified digital identity for professional credentials. The platform allows users to verify their certificates and skills in seconds, making the verification process much faster for employers and students alike. It provides a single, tamper-proof record that stays with the individual throughout their career.
How Skill Passport Works and its Key Components
The Skill Passport acts as a permanent record for academic and professional achievements. It relies on a specific blockchain infrastructure to ensure data is accurate and instantly accessible to authorized parties. The system is designed to handle credential data at a population scale, fitting into the vision of digital public infrastructure.
- Skill Passport ID: This provides a unique digital identity for every individual user.
- Blockchain Credential Registry: It uses Kalp DLT for secure and immutable storage of all records.
- AI Skill Intelligence Engine: This component helps in mapping and interpreting different skill sets for better career matching.
- Workforce & Policy Analytics: It offers real-time insights for government bodies and employers.
Who Can Benefit from this New Platform
The platform is built for a wide range of stakeholders, including students, working professionals, and employers. Universities can now issue credentials directly to the blockchain, which reduces the risk of document forgery. Government bodies also benefit from having access to trustworthy data for policy planning and workforce management.
By aligning with global standards for verifiable credentials, the Skill Passport ensures that Indian professionals can share their verified data with international organizations easily. The platform records credentials directly from the issuing source, making the data highly reliable for recruitment and academic admissions.
