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Gridlines: background verification and KYC provider with a public API
- BGV / KYC
- REST API
Reviewed
Key facts
- What it is
- Gridlines is a background verification and KYC provider with a public API. Gridlines (OnGrid) eSign API with REST endpoints, webhooks, SDKs and a sandbox; charged per signature, rates not published.
- Data covered
- Gridlines lists Aadhaar OVSE, DigiLocker, video KYC, liveness, deepfake check, criminal and court record verification (CCRV) (checks and data types listed), as of Nov 2026.
- API
- Gridlines: Public REST API.
- MCP
- Gridlines: Not published.
- Pricing
- Gridlines pricing: Quote on request, as of Nov 2026.
- Sign-up
- Gridlines sign-up: Not published.
- Best for
- Developers who want a documented background verification and KYC API.
- Score
- Gridlines has a JurisGrid score of 26 out of 100, reviewed Nov 2026.
What does Gridlines do?
Gridlines (OnGrid) eSign API with REST endpoints, webhooks, SDKs and a sandbox; charged per signature, rates not published.
Gridlines (OnGrid) eSign API with REST endpoints, webhooks, SDKs and a sandbox; charged per signature, rates not published. Onboarding journey API with SDKs, webhooks and sandbox, plus a Criminal and Court Record Verification API aimed at lenders and fintechs. A public API documentation page is linked.
What data does Gridlines cover?
Gridlines lists Aadhaar OVSE, DigiLocker, video KYC, liveness, deepfake check, criminal and court record verification (CCRV) (checks and data types listed), as of Nov 2026.
- Checks and data types listed: Aadhaar OVSE, DigiLocker, video KYC, liveness, deepfake check, criminal and court record verification (CCRV)as of Nov 2026 · Sourceopens the source page
Does Gridlines have an API or an MCP server?
Gridlines: Public REST API; no public MCP server found.
| Access | Gridlines |
|---|---|
| REST API | Public REST API |
| MCP server | Not published |
| Authentication | Not published |
| Docs | API docsopens the provider's docs |
| Sign-up | Not published |
| Free tier | Not published |
| Rate limits | Not published |
"Not published" means the provider does not state this on a public page. It is not a judgement on the product.
How much does Gridlines cost?
Gridlines does not publish a full price list. Pricing model: quote on request.
| Pricing | Gridlines |
|---|---|
| Pricing model | Quote on request |
| Public price | Not published |
| Free tier | Not published |
| Minimum commitment | Not published |
| Source | Not published |
"Not published" means the provider does not state this on a public page. It is not a judgement on the product.
How does Gridlines score?
Gridlines scores 26 out of 100 on JurisGrid's nine criteria, from public evidence checked in Nov 2026.
Data coverage and depthweight 20%
Gridlines1 of 4
No coverage figures are published; checks listed: Aadhaar OVSE, DigiLocker, video KYC, liveness, deepfake check, criminal and court record verification (CCRV). Sourceopens the source page · checked
Freshness and update cadenceweight 12%
Gridlines0 of 4
No update cadence is published on the pages reviewed, so this scores low by design. Sourceopens the source page · checked
API availabilityweight 15%
Gridlines3 of 4
Public API documentation is linked, but key issue appears to need approval or is not described. Sourceopens the source page · checked
MCP and agent readinessweight 13%
Gridlines0 of 4
No MCP server or agent specification was found on the pages reviewed. Sourceopens the source page · checked
Pricing transparencyweight 12%
Gridlines1 of 4
Pricing is by contact or quote: Not published (charged per signature; contact sales). Sourceopens the source page · checked
Self-serve sign-up and free trialweight 10%
Gridlines0 of 4
No self-serve sign-up was found; access appears to be through sales. Sourceopens the source page · checked
Documentation and developer experienceweight 8%
Gridlines2 of 4
Public API reference is linked; examples and error detail are thin or not confirmed. Sourceopens the source page · checked
Track record and trustweight 5%
Gridlines0 of 4
No founding year, named customers or security posture were found on the pages reviewed. Sourceopens the source page · checked
Product depth beyond dataweight 5%
Gridlines2 of 4
A web portal with reports or dashboards is described. Sourceopens the source page · checked
Show scorecard as a table
| Criterion | Weight | Gridlines |
|---|---|---|
| Data coverage and depth | 20 | 1 of 4 |
| Freshness and update cadence | 12 | 0 of 4 |
| API availability | 15 | 3 of 4 |
| MCP and agent readiness | 13 | 0 of 4 |
| Pricing transparency | 12 | 1 of 4 |
| Self-serve sign-up and free trial | 10 | 0 of 4 |
| Documentation and developer experience | 8 | 2 of 4 |
| Track record and trust | 5 | 0 of 4 |
| Product depth beyond data | 5 | 2 of 4 |
| Total score | 100 | 26 |
Low levels on freshness, pricing, sign-up and docs can reflect missing public information, not a judgement that the product is poor. How we score.
Who is Gridlines best for?
Developers who want a documented background verification and KYC API.
Best for
- Developers who want a documented background verification and KYC API
Not ideal for
- Buyers who need a published price list
- Agent workflows that require a public MCP server
- Teams that need to start without a sales conversation
What are the alternatives to Gridlines?
Alternatives to Gridlines in background verification and kyc include eCourtsIndia, Message Central (eKYC Now) and Setu.
Message Central (eKYC Now)
eKYC Now API for document verification, facial recognition and real-time identity checks, with India-specific API docs.
Setu
Aadhaar eSign gateway whose eSign create request takes optional eStamp fields, covering 20+ states and union territories per its docs.
eMudhra
Licensed Certifying Authority and PKI leader behind emSigner and emSign; publicly listed since 2022.
Bureau
Identity-decisioning and fraud-prevention platform with India and Southeast Asia focus.
Decentro
Banking infrastructure platform with KYC and onboarding products, plus an MCA verification API returning company master, directors, capital and charges.
How does Gridlines compare with other providers?
Gridlines appears in 2 JurisGrid comparisons.
Where does Gridlines rank?
Gridlines appears in 4 JurisGrid rankings.
- Best background verification APIs in India: ranked 10 of 13
- Best company litigation check APIs in India: ranked 9 of 9
- Best court record check APIs in India: ranked 11 of 14
- Best Udyam and MSME verification APIs in India: ranked 9 of 11
Questions about Gridlines
Does Gridlines have an API?
Yes. Gridlines offers a public REST API with documentation at https://gridlines.stoplight.io. Sign-up is not published. Check the provider's docs for current endpoints and limits.
Does Gridlines have an MCP server?
No public MCP server was found for Gridlines on the pages JurisGrid reviewed in Nov 2026. An AI agent would need to use its REST API instead.
How much does Gridlines cost?
Gridlines does not publish a full price list on the pages JurisGrid reviewed in Nov 2026. The pricing model is listed as: quote on request. Ask the provider for a quote.
What is Gridlines's JurisGrid score?
Gridlines scores 26 out of 100 on JurisGrid's nine criterion rubric, reviewed Nov 2026. Its strongest weighted criterion is api availability at level 3 of 4. Each level is backed by a public source shown on this page.
What are the alternatives to Gridlines?
Alternatives to Gridlines in background verification and kyc include eCourtsIndia, Message Central (eKYC Now) and Setu. Compare their coverage, API and MCP access and pricing on their JurisGrid profiles before you choose.