In response to concerns raised by the Australian regulator TEQSA about weaknesses in the country’s document verification practices, VIT launched a pilot project with Veri Once to strengthen the integrity of its international admissions process. The goal: build a best-practice model that could lead the way for other institutions.
Using Veri Once, VIT reviewed thousands of applications from July 2023 onward. The platform enabled fast, source-based verification that uncovered 46 cases of fraudulent documentation—many of which had already been accepted by other institutions.
Verifications Performed
Cases of Fraud Found
Fraud Detection at Scale:
Veri Once's blockchain-secured verification process uncovered a 1.6% fraud rate among accepted applications, leading to the cancellation or withdrawal of 46 offers. The platform exposed vulnerabilities in the broader system and helped VIT act decisively.
Operational Efficiency:
VIT significantly reduced the administrative workload of its admissions team by automating the verification process—saving time, cutting costs, and freeing staff to focus on academic assessment.
Secure, Source-Based Verification:
Documents were verified directly with issuing authorities, ensuring authenticity and creating a permanent, auditable record of verification in a tamper-proof blockchain ledger.
Scalable, Multipurpose Records:
Once verified, credentials could be reused for further study, visa applications, or employment—making the system more efficient for both the institution and the student.
" Veri Once offered economies of scale, built-in expertise, and blockchain technology that gave us the confidence to act on fraudulent submissions."
Report to the VIT Council
