Survey on Blockchain-Based Solutions for Secure Student Certificate Management

Survey on Blockchain-Based Solutions for Secure Student Certificate Management

Dr. Harika B1, Ch. Sidhardha2, K. Manikanta3

1 Associate Professor, Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology

2,3UG Student, Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology

Abstract- Ensuring the security and authenticity of academic credentials is increasingly crucial, yet current certificate verification systems remain vulnerable to forgery and inefficiencies. This project proposes a Blockchain-Based Student Certificate Verification system, utilizing advanced cryptographic mechanisms such as SHA-256 hashing, Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC), chameleon hashing for authorized modifications, AES encryption for data protection, and Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZK-SNARKs) to preserve privacy during verification. By leveraging blockchain’s decentralized, immutable nature, this system ensures that academic certificates remain resistant to tampering while being easily verifiable. Its robust security model enhances trust and transparency in certificate issuance and validation, mitigating risks associated with forgery and delays. Preliminary results indicate that this approach significantly outperforms traditional verification methods, offering improved reliability, operational efficiency, and scalability. This methodology contributes to the evolution of secure, transparent, and efficient academic credential management systems.

Keywords: Blockchain, Cryptography, SHA-256 hashing, Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC), AES encryption, Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZK-SNARKs), Privacy, Tampering resistance, Forgery prevention, Operational efficiency