Validation of Academic Credentials Using Block Chain

Abstract - This paper provides solution for verification of academic documents by the third party using block chain technology. For verification of credentials data protection technique is used, which makes the access to documents easier by third party. Every new pass out student need not require carrying all digital identities. This work addresses the issue of fake academic qualifications in competitive job markets. The system implemented here makes the verification process very effective which contributes to reduce the fake credentials. This approach provides third party access for verification of academic documents. This verification process is implemented using web service Pinata which makes the process of sharing and storing files very easily on Interplanetary File System. Smart contracts are developed and deployed using Hardhat platform. Data security and testing is done using integrating tool like Meta mask by leveraging tamper proof nature of block chain. Hence globally the validation of student credentials and enhancement of trust building of new passed out student is ensured by this work. Key Words: Block chain Technology, Smart Contracts, Credential Verification, Digital Identity, Trust.