Chandigarh, 2nd May, 2025: KFin Technologies Limited (“KFin Technologies”), a leading provider of global investor and issuer solutions today announced the launch of KFIN KRA, a specialized KYC Registration Agency operating through its wholly owned subsidiary, KFin Services Private Limited (KFSPL). This new entity will serve as a New-Gen KYC Registration Agency (KRA), designed to address the increasing complexity of customer onboarding in India’s rapidly expanding digital economy.

In an era where digital transactions continue to surge, investors and financial institutions face mounting challenges from evolving regulatory frameworks and fragmented identity verification systems. KFIN KRA addresses these challenges by delivering a unified, blockchain-backed platform that enhances security, accelerates verification, and improves the overall experience for end users.

Sreekanth Nadella, MD and CEO, KFintech and Director of KFin Services Private Ltd, said, “At KFintech, we take pride in shaping the future of capital markets servicing through technological transformation. Having pioneered several industry-first solutions across mutual funds, AIFs, PMS, and the equity and bond markets, we identified a critical opportunity to redefine the regulatory compliance landscape in India. KFIN KRA embodies our commitment to transforming compliance into a strategic enabler.

Winning the first RegTech award last year inspired us to develop KYC solutions that are not only technologically advanced but also focused on enhancing ease of doing business for investors, intermediaries, and asset managers. Our KYC offerings are groundbreaking in terms of security, execution speed, operational simplicity, and engineering standards that enable cost optimization across the industry.

We are excited about this milestone and remain committed to delivering meaningful value to all stakeholders in the financial ecosystem.”

KFIN KRA delivers an end-to-end suite of KYC services designed with investors in mind:

· Integrated KYC Services: Complete registration, modification, download, and interoperability services that minimize redundant submissions

· Advanced Authentication: Convenient & Seamless KYC registration through Digi-locker and eAadhaar authentication

· CKYC Integration: Seamless connectivity with Central KYC Records Registry ensuring wider recognition

· Multi-Mode Processing: Digital and physical KYC application processing through STP adapting to investor preferences

· Real-Time Notifications: Automated SMS and email alerts keeping investors informed at every step

· Enterprise Integration: Secure API/SFTP connectivity enabling unified verification across institutions

· Comprehensive Document Management: Digital storage, indexing, and retrieval reducing paperwork burden for financial institutions

Krishna Kishore Chukkapalli, MD and CEO of KFin Services Pvt. Ltd, said, “In a digital-first world, strong KYC infrastructure is a key differentiator. KFIN KRA addresses challenges of fragmentation, speed, and security through interoperability, CKYCR integration, and AI-powered verification—advancing both industry efficiency and India’s digital financial vision. This launch strengthens our commitment to building secure, scalable solutions that simplify compliance and drive trust across the ecosystem.”

KFIN KRA employs artificial intelligence and sophisticated verification algorithms to accelerate KYC processing, reduce processing times, and enable real-time updates. Its centralized data management infrastructure supports transparent onboarding, strengthens regulatory compliance, and enhances trust across the investor lifecycle.