Is Aadhaar Card Accepted as a Valid ID for GitHub Certification Exams via Pearson VUE (India)?

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Hi everyone,

I'm based in India and am planning to take a GitHub certification exam soon through Pearson VUE. Before scheduling my exam, I wanted to clarify the identification requirements for the online proctoring process.

I don't have a passport, so I'd like to know whether an Aadhaar card is accepted as a valid form of ID for identity verification. If not, what other government-issued IDs are accepted for candidates in India?

I also wanted to understand how the verification process works. Do I need to upload a scanned copy or photos of my ID before the exam, or is showing the physical ID to the webcam during the check-in process sufficient?

If anyone from India has recently taken a GitHub certification exam through Pearson VUE, I'd really appreciate it if you could share your experience regarding the ID verification process and any tips to help avoid verification issues on exam day.

I want to make sure I have the correct documentation ready before scheduling the exam.

Thank you in advance for your guidance!

[yal212]

For GitHub Certification exams delivered by Pearson VUE, you should follow Pearson VUE’s official ID policy for your country, not informal advice.

For India, a passport is usually the safest ID, but if you do not have one, check Pearson VUE’s current accepted ID list before booking. In general, Pearson VUE requires a valid, unexpired, government-issued photo ID with your name and photo, and the name must exactly match the name on your exam registration.

Commonly accepted government photo IDs may include items such as:

• Passport
• Driving licence
• PAN card
• Voter ID
• Other government-issued photo ID accepted by Pearson VUE for India

I would not assume Aadhaar is accepted unless Pearson VUE explicitly confirms it for GitHub exams. Aadhaar acceptance can vary by exam sponsor, country policy, and proctoring rules, so the safest step is to contact Pearson VUE support or GitHub Certification support before scheduling.

For online proctored exams, you typically do not upload a scanned copy in advance. During check-in, you use your phone or webcam to capture photos of:

• Your ID
• Your face/selfie
• Your testing space

You must also keep the physical ID available, because the proctor may ask you to show it on camera.

Tips to avoid issues:

• Make sure your exam registration name exactly matches your ID.
• Use an original physical ID, not a photocopy or digital image.
• Ensure the ID is unexpired and clearly readable.
• Avoid name differences such as initials, missing middle names, or spelling variations.
• Run the Pearson VUE system test before exam day.
• Contact Pearson VUE in advance if you plan to use Aadhaar, so you have confirmation before paying/scheduling.

[Dasmat13]

Great question! Here is the definitive answer based on Pearson VUE's ID policy:

Short answer: No, Aadhaar alone is NOT accepted

Pearson VUE requires government-issued photo ID with signature. Aadhaar Card meets the photo ID requirement but does not carry a signature, so it fails Pearson VUE's ID policy on its own.

Accepted IDs for Pearson VUE exams in India

Pearson VUE accepts IDs that are:

• Government-issued
• Contains your photo
• Contains your signature
• Name matches your Pearson VUE registration exactly

Accepted for Indian candidates:

ID	Accepted?
Passport	✅ Yes
Driving Licence	✅ Yes
PAN Card (with photo)	✅ Yes
Voter ID (EPIC)	✅ Yes
Aadhaar Card	❌ No (no signature)
Student ID	❌ No (not govt-issued)

For online proctored exams (OnVUE)

The same rules apply. You'll be asked to show your ID to the camera. Use your Driving Licence, PAN Card, or Passport.

Best option

PAN Card is the most convenient for most Indian test-takers — it is government-issued, has a photo, and has a signature panel.

Source: Pearson VUE ID policy — always double-check this page before your exam as policies can update.

Good luck on your GitHub Certification exam! 🎉

[mesanda456]

If you're taking the exam through Pearson VUE Online, the accepted ID types are determined by Pearson VUE's ID policy and the certification sponsor. In many countries, a government-issued photo ID is required, but the exact documents accepted can vary by region.

Before scheduling your exam, I recommend checking the Pearson VUE ID requirements for your country. If Aadhaar isn't explicitly listed as an accepted ID, contact Pearson VUE Support to confirm before exam day.

For the online check-in process, you'll typically be asked to:

Capture photos of your government-issued ID using your phone or webcam.
Take a selfie for identity verification.
Submit photos of your testing environment (desk and room).

Also, make sure the name on your GitHub certification registration exactly matches the name on your ID to avoid any verification issues.

If anyone from India has recently taken a GitHub certification exam through Pearson VUE, it would be great to hear which ID they used and whether Aadhaar was accepted.