CKYC Download API
Retrieve a customer's CKYC record using verified KYC identifiers.
Request
Response{ "error": false, "status": "SUCCESS", "data": { "ckyc_number": "…", "kyc_record_and_documents": "…" }}
Illustrative example. Exact parameters are listed in your dashboard docs.
How it works
What you send and what you get back
Search and download records from the Central KYC Registry to reuse existing KYC and onboard customers faster.
You send
- PAN or other KYC identifier
- DOB / authentication factor
You get back
- CKYC number
- KYC record and documents
Why Shadoweye
Built for production from day one
Real-time results
Responses come back in milliseconds, so the check fits inline in your signup or approval flow.
Clean, consistent JSON
Every Shadoweye API returns the same response envelope. Parse it once and reuse it everywhere.
One key for every API
Use the same API key for the CKYC Download API and every other API in the catalogue. No extra contracts.
Pay per call
Calls are charged from your prepaid wallet. No monthly fee and no minimum commitment.
Secure by default
All traffic runs over HTTPS and every request is authenticated with your secret key.
Full audit trail
Every call and deduction is recorded in your dashboard ledger for reconciliation and audits.
Use cases
Where teams use the CKYC Download API
Faster onboarding
Reuse existing KYC instead of collecting documents again.
Regulated entities
Meet CKYC requirements.
Data accuracy
Use registry-verified details.
Re-KYC
Refresh customer records.
Get started
Go live in four steps
Create your account
Sign up and get a live API key from your Shadoweye dashboard.
Add funds
Top up your prepaid wallet securely with UPI, card or net banking.
Test it live
Try the CKYC Download API with real data in the Live Tester before you write code.
Call the API
Send a POST request with your key in the X-Shadoweye-Api-Key header and use the JSON response.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the CKYC Download API?
Retrieve a customer's CKYC record using verified KYC identifiers. It is part of the Shadoweye C-KYC API family and is available through a single REST API key.
What do I need to send to the CKYC Download API?
Typical inputs are: PAN or other KYC identifier; DOB / authentication factor. The exact parameters for this API are listed in your dashboard documentation.
What does the CKYC Download API return?
You receive a JSON response that typically includes: CKYC number; KYC record and documents.
How much does the CKYC Download API cost?
Calls are charged per request from your prepaid Shadoweye wallet at the rate shown in your dashboard. There are no monthly fees or minimum commitments.
How do I get started?
Create a free account, add funds to your wallet, copy your API key and test the API in the Live Tester. Most teams go live the same day.
Is my data secure?
All requests use HTTPS, are authenticated with your secret API key and are recorded in your audit ledger. Only send personal data you are permitted to process, with the customer's consent where required.
