IRIS Scanner for Aadhaar Authentication: Mantra MIS100V2 Explained
Short answer: the Mantra MIS100V2 is a single-iris USB scanner with RD service, used to verify a person against their Aadhaar record by scanning the eye instead of a finger. It is the backup that CSC operators, banking correspondents, hospitals and offices keep for people whose fingerprints fail, such as elderly customers and manual workers. On our store it costs ₹4,799, including GST, with free delivery across India.
What is an iris scanner used for in Aadhaar authentication?
When you enrol for Aadhaar, the centre records your fingerprints and both irises. Any service that authenticates you against Aadhaar can, in principle, use either. Most counters use fingerprints because the scanners are cheap and familiar. The problem is that fingerprints wear: farm workers, masons, cleaners and many people over 60 fail fingerprint checks again and again. The iris, the coloured ring around the pupil, does not wear with work, so an iris scan often gets through where the finger does not.
The Mantra listing names its uses directly: Aadhaar authentication, banking applications and access control, and it is described as great for Ayushman Bharat Yojana work.
How does the MIS100V2 work?
- Connect. Plug the corded scanner into the PC's USB port.
- RD service. The maker's RD (Registered Device) service, installed on the computer, links the scanner to your authorised app. The app asks the RD service for a capture; it never talks to the scanner directly.
- Capture. The person holds the scanner in front of one eye. The scanner's quality check spots a poor iris image, and its built-in LED indications tell the operator to adjust the position.
- Verify. The encrypted capture goes to the app, which sends it for Aadhaar authentication and shows the result.
It is a single-iris scanner, so it captures one eye at a time.
Mantra MIS100V2: what the listing states
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Single iris scanner, USB, corded, portable |
| Software | RD service (named in the product title) |
| Stated uses | Aadhaar authentication, banking applications, access control applications, Ayushman Bharat Yojana |
| Capture help | Quality algorithm identifies poor iris images; inbuilt LED indications for adjustment |
| Performance claims | Faster scanning, larger depth of field, wider scanning angle |
| Colour | Black and silver |
| Package size | 6.5 x 3.6 x 2.1 inches |
| Price | ₹4,799 |
The listing does not state whether the RD service is L0 or L1. If your bank, CSC or department portal insists on a particular level, send us the requirement on WhatsApp before you order and we will confirm.
Iris or fingerprint: which scanner do you need?
| Scanner | Reads | Strength | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mantra MIS100V2 | Iris, one eye | Works for people whose fingerprints fail | ₹4,799 |
| Mantra MFS 1100 L1 | Fingerprint | L1; listed for Windows, Linux and Android | ₹3,500 |
| Precision PB1000 L1 | Fingerprint | L1, STQC certified, 508 DPI | ₹4,500 |
- Most counters keep both. Use the fingerprint scanner as the default and switch to iris when a customer fails two or three finger attempts. That keeps the queue moving and stops you turning away elderly customers.
- Iris alone suits counters where most customers are older or do manual work, if your application accepts iris authentication.
- Fingerprint alone suits office staff and younger customers with clear prints. Our guide to L1 fingerprint scanners and RD service explains the fingerprint side.
Who should keep an iris scanner at the counter?
- CSC centres and banking correspondents doing AePS and eKYC, where many customers are farmers, labourers and pensioners.
- Hospitals and scheme help desks verifying beneficiaries, such as Ayushman Bharat counters named in the listing.
- Offices and institutions on Aadhaar-based attendance where some staff cannot pass fingerprint checks.
- Access control setups that support iris, one of the uses the listing names.
How to get a good iris capture
- Ask the person to remove spectacles if the scan keeps failing; reflections on the lens can block the capture.
- Avoid bright light shining straight into the scanner from a window or tube light behind the customer.
- Hold the scanner steady at the distance the LED indication shows, and ask the person to open the eye wide and look straight in.
- Keep the scanner window clean with a dry, soft cloth.
- If one eye will not capture, try the other; Aadhaar enrolment records both.
Where to buy and what else to consider
If you need a wall-mounted attendance device instead of a USB scanner, Realtime lists the T502F Plus with face, fingerprint and iris support; it is out of stock at the moment, so check availability first. Our Aadhaar-enabled attendance machine guide covers the in-stock options. See all USB fingerprint, iris and card scanners.
FAQ
What is the price of the Mantra MIS100V2 iris scanner?
₹4,799 on our store, including GST, with free delivery across India. Orders are prepaid.
Can an iris scanner be used for Aadhaar authentication?
Yes, where the application supports iris. Aadhaar enrolment records both irises, and the MIS100V2 listing names Aadhaar authentication as a main use.
Does the MIS100V2 need RD service?
Yes. RD service is named in the product title and links the scanner to your authorised app. Install the maker's RD service on the PC before first use.
Is iris better than fingerprint?
Not for everyone, but it is the better choice for people whose fingerprints are worn, cracked or faint. Many counters keep a fingerprint scanner as the default and an iris scanner as the backup.
Can people with spectacles use an iris scanner?
Often yes, but reflections on the lens can cause failed captures. If a scan fails, ask the person to remove their spectacles and try again.
What does single iris mean?
The scanner captures one eye at a time. If one eye fails, you can try the other.
Prices are NavKar Systems website prices on 27 October 2026, inclusive of GST, and may change.
