{"id":51308,"date":"2026-05-20T20:59:53","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T15:29:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=51308"},"modified":"2026-05-20T20:59:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T15:29:55","slug":"saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/","title":{"rendered":"Saurabh Vijay UIDAI CEO Appointment 2026: Important Current Affairs for UPSC, SSC &amp; Banking Exams"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Saurabh_Vijay_UIDAI_CEO_latest_news_and_current_affairs_update_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railway_and_State_PCS_exams_Learn_about_UIDAI_Aadhaar_governance_important_facts_MCQs_FAQs_and_key_takeaways\" >Saurabh Vijay UIDAI CEO latest news and current affairs update for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway and State PCS exams. Learn about UIDAI, Aadhaar governance, important facts, MCQs, FAQs and key takeaways.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Introduction_to_the_Appointment\" >Introduction to the Appointment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Educational_and_Administrative_Background\" >Educational and Administrative Background<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Role_and_Importance_of_UIDAI\" >Role and Importance of UIDAI<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Challenges_Before_the_New_CEO\" >Challenges Before the New CEO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#International_and_National_Experience\" >International and National Experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Significance_for_Competitive_Exams\" >Significance for Competitive Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Why_this_News_is_Important\" >Why this News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Importance_in_Governance_and_Digital_India\" >Importance in Governance and Digital India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Importance_for_Government_Exam_Preparation\" >Importance for Government Exam Preparation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Importance_in_Digital_Security\" >Importance in Digital Security<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Administrative_Significance\" >Administrative Significance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Formation_of_UIDAI\" >Formation of UIDAI<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Aadhaar_and_Digital_Governance\" >Aadhaar and Digital Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Previous_Leadership_of_UIDAI\" >Previous Leadership of UIDAI<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Growing_Importance_of_Digital_Identity\" >Growing Importance of Digital Identity<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\" >Key Takeaways from This News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#FAQs_Related_to_IAS_Officer_Saurabh_Vijay_Taking_Charge_as_CEO_of_UIDAI\" >FAQs Related to IAS Officer Saurabh Vijay Taking Charge as CEO of UIDAI<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#1_Who_has_been_appointed_as_the_new_CEO_of_UIDAI\" >1. Who has been appointed as the new CEO of UIDAI?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#2_What_does_UIDAI_stand_for\" >2. What does UIDAI stand for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#3_Under_which_ministry_does_UIDAI_function\" >3. Under which ministry does UIDAI function?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#4_What_is_the_main_responsibility_of_UIDAI\" >4. What is the main responsibility of UIDAI?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#5_What_is_Aadhaar\" >5. What is Aadhaar?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#6_In_which_year_was_UIDAI_established\" >6. In which year was UIDAI established?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#7_Why_is_Aadhaar_important_in_India\" >7. Why is Aadhaar important in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#8_Which_IIT_did_Saurabh_Vijay_graduate_from\" >8. Which IIT did Saurabh Vijay graduate from?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#9_Which_state_cadre_does_Saurabh_Vijay_belong_to\" >9. Which state cadre does Saurabh Vijay belong to?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#10_Why_is_this_appointment_important_for_competitive_exams\" >10. Why is this appointment important for competitive exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Saurabh_Vijay_UIDAI_CEO_latest_news_and_current_affairs_update_for_UPSC_SSC_Banking_Railway_and_State_PCS_exams_Learn_about_UIDAI_Aadhaar_governance_important_facts_MCQs_FAQs_and_key_takeaways\"><\/span>Saurabh Vijay UIDAI CEO latest news and current affairs update for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway and State PCS exams. Learn about UIDAI, Aadhaar governance, important facts, MCQs, FAQs and key takeaways.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_to_the_Appointment\"><\/span>Introduction to the Appointment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Government of India has appointed senior IAS officer Saurabh Vijay as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Unique Identification Authority of India. He officially assumed charge on May 18, 2026. The appointment is considered important because UIDAI is the authority responsible for managing Aadhaar, the world\u2019s largest biometric identification system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Educational_and_Administrative_Background\"><\/span>Educational and Administrative Background<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Saurabh Vijay is a 1998-batch IAS officer of the Maharashtra cadre. He is a civil engineer from Indian Institute of Technology Delhi and has served in several senior administrative positions in both the Maharashtra government and the central government. Before joining UIDAI, he was serving as Principal Secretary (Expenditure) in Maharashtra\u2019s Finance Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During his administrative career, he handled important departments such as tourism, planning, higher education, and medical education. His experience in governance, public finance, and digital administration is expected to strengthen UIDAI\u2019s operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_and_Importance_of_UIDAI\"><\/span>Role and Importance of UIDAI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Unique Identification Authority of India was established to issue Aadhaar numbers to Indian residents. Aadhaar serves as a unique digital identity linked with biometric and demographic information. UIDAI manages Aadhaar enrolment, authentication, and identity verification services across India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, Aadhaar is used in welfare schemes, banking services, mobile SIM verification, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), income tax services, and digital governance. The organization plays a major role in India\u2019s digital transformation and e-governance initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_Before_the_New_CEO\"><\/span>Challenges Before the New CEO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the new CEO, Saurabh Vijay will oversee issues related to digital identity security, privacy protection, Aadhaar authentication efficiency, and expansion of digital public infrastructure. The government is increasingly focusing on secure digital governance, making UIDAI\u2019s leadership highly significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Experts believe that his experience at the World Bank and in public finance may help improve Aadhaar-linked governance systems and strengthen digital inclusion across rural and urban India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"International_and_National_Experience\"><\/span>International and National Experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Saurabh Vijay has also worked on central deputation in important positions. He served as Director at the President\u2019s Secretariat and as Advisor to the Executive Director representing India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka at the World Bank. This international exposure is expected to help UIDAI adopt globally competitive digital governance standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span>Significance for Competitive Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Appointments of senior bureaucrats to major institutions are important for UPSC, State PCS, SSC, banking, railway, and defence examinations. Questions may be asked regarding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Current CEO of UIDAI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aadhaar-related governance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital India initiatives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important constitutional and administrative appointments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Role of UIDAI in digital identity systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Students preparing for government examinations should remember that UIDAI functions under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"saurabh-vijay-uidai-ceo\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"saurabh vijay uidai ceo\" style=\"width:534px;height:auto\" title=\"saurabh vijay uidai ceo\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">saurabh vijay uidai ceo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why this News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_in_Governance_and_Digital_India\"><\/span>Importance in Governance and Digital India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The appointment of Saurabh Vijay as CEO of UIDAI is important because UIDAI manages Aadhaar, which is the backbone of India\u2019s digital governance structure. Aadhaar has become essential for welfare delivery, subsidy transfers, financial inclusion, and identity verification. Therefore, any leadership change in UIDAI directly impacts India\u2019s digital administration system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Government_Exam_Preparation\"><\/span>Importance for Government Exam Preparation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Current affairs related to appointments are frequently asked in competitive examinations such as UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, CAPF, State PSC, and teaching recruitment exams. Students should remember the names of important officials, their organizations, and their responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Questions can be framed in the following ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who is the new CEO of UIDAI?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which ministry controls UIDAI?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is the function of Aadhaar?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which IAS cadre does Saurabh Vijay belong to?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_in_Digital_Security\"><\/span>Importance in Digital Security<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The appointment also gains importance because India is rapidly expanding its digital economy. Aadhaar authentication is used in banking, fintech, telecom, and government schemes. Efficient leadership is necessary to ensure data privacy, cybersecurity, and smooth functioning of public welfare delivery systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Administrative_Significance\"><\/span>Administrative Significance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Saurabh Vijay\u2019s administrative experience in finance and planning is expected to improve policy coordination between UIDAI and different government departments. His appointment reflects the government\u2019s focus on experienced bureaucrats in digital governance institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Formation_of_UIDAI\"><\/span>Formation of UIDAI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Unique Identification Authority of India was established in 2009 by the Government of India to provide every resident with a unique identification number called Aadhaar. The initiative aimed to eliminate duplicate identities and improve welfare delivery mechanisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aadhaar_and_Digital_Governance\"><\/span>Aadhaar and Digital Governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the years, Aadhaar evolved into one of the world\u2019s largest biometric databases. It became a major pillar of India\u2019s Digital India mission. Aadhaar authentication is now integrated with banking systems, mobile verification, pension schemes, LPG subsidies, scholarships, and welfare programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Previous_Leadership_of_UIDAI\"><\/span>Previous Leadership of UIDAI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Several senior IAS officers have served as CEO of UIDAI in the past, including Ajay Bhushan Pandey and Saurabh Garg. Their leadership contributed to expanding Aadhaar coverage and integrating digital identity systems into governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Growing_Importance_of_Digital_Identity\"><\/span>Growing Importance of Digital Identity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, the role of UIDAI has expanded significantly because of the government\u2019s emphasis on digital public infrastructure. Aadhaar is now considered central to financial inclusion, governance transparency, and efficient implementation of welfare schemes across India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from This News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S.No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Saurabh Vijay became the new CEO of UIDAI on May 18, 2026.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>He is a 1998-batch IAS officer of the Maharashtra cadre.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>UIDAI manages Aadhaar, India\u2019s biometric digital identity system.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Before joining UIDAI, he served as Principal Secretary (Expenditure) in Maharashtra.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>UIDAI functions under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">saurabh vijay uidai ceo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Related_to_IAS_Officer_Saurabh_Vijay_Taking_Charge_as_CEO_of_UIDAI\"><\/span>FAQs Related to IAS Officer Saurabh Vijay Taking Charge as CEO of UIDAI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Who_has_been_appointed_as_the_new_CEO_of_UIDAI\"><\/span>1. Who has been appointed as the new CEO of UIDAI?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Saurabh Vijay, a 1998-batch IAS officer of the Maharashtra cadre, has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of UIDAI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_does_UIDAI_stand_for\"><\/span>2. What does UIDAI stand for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UIDAI stands for Unique Identification Authority of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Under_which_ministry_does_UIDAI_function\"><\/span>3. Under which ministry does UIDAI function?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UIDAI functions under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_main_responsibility_of_UIDAI\"><\/span>4. What is the main responsibility of UIDAI?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UIDAI is responsible for issuing and managing Aadhaar numbers and related authentication services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_Aadhaar\"><\/span>5. What is Aadhaar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identification number issued to Indian residents based on biometric and demographic data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_In_which_year_was_UIDAI_established\"><\/span>6. In which year was UIDAI established?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UIDAI was established in 2009 by the Government of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Why_is_Aadhaar_important_in_India\"><\/span>7. Why is Aadhaar important in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aadhaar is important for welfare delivery, subsidy transfers, banking services, mobile verification, and digital governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Which_IIT_did_Saurabh_Vijay_graduate_from\"><\/span>8. Which IIT did Saurabh Vijay graduate from?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>He graduated in Civil Engineering from IIT Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Which_state_cadre_does_Saurabh_Vijay_belong_to\"><\/span>9. Which state cadre does Saurabh Vijay belong to?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>He belongs to the Maharashtra cadre of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Why_is_this_appointment_important_for_competitive_exams\"><\/span>10. 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