Hiring & onboarding
Background verificationBGV
Background verification checks a candidate's identity, education, previous employment, address and criminal record before or shortly after joining.
Usually done through a verification agency, with the candidate's consent, against documents and reference calls. Findings are graded and discrepancies discussed before confirmation.
The offer is typically conditional on a clear report.
In Indian payroll
IT services and finance companies verify almost everyone; manufacturing often verifies supervisors and above. Track the status on the employee record so probation review has the answer.
What is Background verification?
Background verification checks a candidate's identity, education, previous employment, address and criminal record before or shortly after joining.
Why does Background verification matter in Indian payroll?
IT services and finance companies verify almost everyone; manufacturing often verifies supervisors and above. Track the status on the employee record so probation review has the answer.
Related terms
In Kuzhu
The Recruitment (ATS) module in Kuzhu is where Background verification is handled, on the same employee record as everything else.
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