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(2023) News article / media
NADRA upgrades biometric identification system by adding IRIS recognition
Pakistan Observer
Ref: SRC-005-PAK-002
Accessed: 3/24/2026
Summary
Reports NADRA's ABIS upgrade with iris recognition as third modality. Describes infrared camera technology for iris pattern digitisation and mathematical template conversion. Notes combined facial, iris, and fingerprint matching for 'immutable identity provision'. Reports system delivered as 43rd project in 23 months. Confirms user acceptance testing at Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi centres.
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Pakistan Observer (2023) 'NADRA upgrades biometric identification system by adding IRIS recognition', Pakistan Observer, June. Available at: https://pakobserver.net/nadra-upgrades-biometric-identification-system-by-adding-iris-recognition/ (Accessed: 24 March 2026).