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SpringVerify provides a comprehensive suite of background verification checks. Below is the full list of available checks, their descriptions, and turnaround times (TAT).

⚖️ Criminal & Legal Checks

CheckDescriptionTAT
Police Clearance Certificate VerificationVerification of a candidate's criminal background through an official Police Clearance Certificate, ensuring compliance and security.7–30 Working Days
Court Check / Criminal History VerificationCourt Check involves searching official court records to identify any civil or criminal cases associated with an individual.Instant – Up to 24 Hours
Court Check (Law Firm)A specialised court record check conducted through licensed law firms to identify any civil or criminal cases linked to an individual.0–2 Working Days
Criminal Record Check on Law Firm (CRCLF)A law firm attorney physically visits the candidate's jurisdiction police station, checks 7 years of criminal records, and issues findings on official letterhead — ideal for BFSI, banking, and high-trust blue-collar roles.2 Working Days

🪪 Identity & Document Checks

CheckDescriptionTAT
Identity Verification (PAN / Voter ID / DL)Confirms the authenticity of government-issued identity documents. Ensures the individual is who they claim to be.Instant – Up to 24 Hours
Passport Check (IND)Verifies Indian passports by validating details against official government databases. Confirms the authenticity of the passport and the individual's identity.1–2 Working Days
Face MatchVerifies candidate identity by matching a live photo against submitted ID documents using AI-powered facial recognition.Instant
Birth Certificate (QR Code Only)Validates authenticity of a birth certificate by scanning and verifying its QR code against issuing authority records.0–2 Working Days
Right to Work India CheckConfirms that an individual is legally permitted to work in India by verifying their citizenship or valid visa and work authorization.0–2 Working Days

📍 Address Verification

CheckDescriptionTAT
Address Verification (Digital)Uses documents, live photos, and geo-tagged data to confirm residence.1–14 Working Days
Address Verification (Physical)A field executive visits the location to verify the address in person. Confirms occupancy and accuracy of the provided address.1–4 Working Days

💼 Employment Checks

CheckDescriptionTAT
Employment CheckVerifies an individual's past employment details directly with the employer or HR team.7–14 Working Days
Reference VerificationTelephonic checks with provided professional references. Confirms work ethic, performance, and behavioural attributes.1–14 Working Days
UAN CheckVerifies the individual's identity and employment history using EPFO records linked to their UAN.Instant – Up to 24 Hours
UAN SearchSearches the individual's Universal Account Number in EPFO records to validate their identity and employment history.0–2 Working Days
Gap ReviewReviews and validates the reasons for employment gaps in an individual's work history.0–2 Working Days
Resume ReviewCross-checks the details in the resume against the information provided during the verification process.0–2 Working Days
Moonlighting CheckDetects if a candidate is simultaneously employed with another organization by cross-referencing PF records, professional profiles, and employment data.0–2 Working Days
Site Visit – Employment VerificationA site visit is conducted to physically verify the candidate's current or previous employment details at the employer's registered office or work location. Offered on a best-effort basis; subject to feasibility and employer access.14–21 Working Days

🎓 Education Checks

CheckDescriptionTAT
Education Check (Regional)Verifies educational qualifications through authenticated regional partners.7–14 Working Days
Education Check (Hybrid)Combines official institution verification with regional partner support to confirm educational qualifications.0–7 Working Days
Education Check (Official)Verifies educational qualifications through official university channels.1–90 Working Days
Education Check (Preliminary)Runs OCR and AI analysis on the candidate's education document to detect tampering — pixelation, inconsistent fonts, altered seals. Also verifies university accreditation and degree/specialization validity.Instant
University Recognition CheckConfirms whether the candidate's university is recognized by the relevant regulatory body (UGC/AICTE/AIU) to validate the legitimacy of their degree.0–2 Working Days

💳 Financial & Credit Checks

CheckDescriptionTAT
Form 16 CheckVerifies the salary and TDS details reported in an individual's Form 16.0–7 Working Days
Form 26AS Verification (per year)Verifies an individual's annual tax payments and income details using Form 26AS for the selected year.0–2 Working Days
Credit CheckReviews an individual's credit bureau records to assess their financial reliability.Instant – Up to 24 Hours
Economic DefaultScreens government and financial databases for records of defaults, fraud, or economic offences linked to an individual.0–2 Working Days
Bank Account (Penny Drop) CheckVerifies the ownership of a bank account by transferring a small amount to confirm the account holder's name and status.Instant – Up to 24 Hours
Compensation Check (COMP)Verifies declared compensation against TDS entries in the candidate's Form 26AS issued by the Income Tax Department.2 Working Days

🔍 Risk & Compliance Checks

CheckDescriptionTAT
Global Database Check – RefinitivScreens global sanctions, watchlists, PEP lists, and compliance databases. Provides a comprehensive international risk profile.0–2 Working Days
Adverse Media CheckScans credible online and news sources for negative mentions. Highlights reputational or behavioural risks.0–2 Working Days
Political Affiliation CheckIdentifies any publicly known political associations an individual may have.0–2 Working Days
Social Media ScanReviews an individual's public social media profiles for inappropriate, offensive, or harmful content.0–2 Working Days
Directorship CheckIdentifies any directorships an individual holds with registered Indian companies using official databases.0–2 Working Days
IRDAI Agent Lookup CheckVerifies if an individual is a registered insurance agent with IRDAI by checking their licensing and authorization details.0–2 Working Days
Company Comprehensive CheckVerifies a company's legal existence, registration status, financials, and directorship details to assess credibility and risk before engagement.0–2 Working Days
Company Existence CheckValidates whether the company is physically located at the stated address and currently operational, validating real-world presence and active business status.0–7 Working Days
PAN to GST CheckCross-verifies a PAN number against GST records to confirm business registration and taxpayer authenticity.0–2 Working Days
Medical Registration CertificateVerifies a healthcare professional's registration with the relevant medical council to confirm license validity and practice eligibility.1–14 Working Days

🏥 Health & Drug Tests

CheckDescriptionTAT
Drug TestScreens for substance use. Available in 5-panel, 7-panel, and 10-panel formats.14 Working Days
Pre-employment Health Check UpComprehensive health screening package for pre-employment fitness assessment.1–2 Working Days

🌐 International Checks

CheckDescriptionTAT
FACIS Level 3 – International (USA)Checks federal and state-level exclusions, sanctions, and debarments across 1,000+ US agencies — essential for roles tied to US healthcare clients or federally funded projects.5–7 Working Days
FDA Search – International (USA)Screens the FDA's debarment list to confirm the candidate is eligible to work on drug, device, or clinical trial-related activities.5–7 Working Days
SAM (System Award Management) – International (USA)Confirms the candidate has no active debarments or exclusions from US federal contracts via the SAM database.2 Working Days
OFAC – International (USA)Screens the candidate against the US Treasury's OFAC sanctions list to confirm they are not a designated national, blocked person, or subject to trade and economic restrictions.2 Working Days
GSA – International (USA)Checks the GSA's excluded parties list to confirm the candidate is ineligible for US federal contracts, grants, or government-funded programs.2 Working Days
OIG Exclusion – International (USA)Verifies the candidate is not excluded from Medicare, Medicaid, or other federal healthcare programs via the OIG's List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE).2 Working Days
Drug Test – International (USA)Screens for substance use for US-based candidates. Available in 5-panel, 7-panel, 10-panel, and 12-panel formats.14 Working Days
Solvency Check – International (Singapore)Verifies the candidate has no active bankruptcy or insolvency status on Singapore's official insolvency register.2 Working Days
ID Verification – InternationalVerifies identity of candidates based in Singapore, Australia, Brazil, France, Hong Kong, Mexico, and the United Kingdom.7 Days

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