What is ORCID?
ORCID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) is a persistent digital identifier that uniquely distinguishes researchers and reliably connects them to their scholarly contributions, affiliations, and professional activities.
ORCID is independent of publishers, funders, and institutions. Your ORCID iD remains the same throughout your career—even if your name changes or you move institutions.
Why You Should Have an ORCID iD
ORCID improves the accuracy, visibility, and reliability of scholarly communication.
- Ensures correct attribution of your research outputs
- Distinguishes you from researchers with similar names
- Increases discoverability of publications and datasets
- Required by many journals and funding agencies
- Simplifies profile creation across research platforms
Registering for an ORCID iD
- Visit https://orcid.org/register
- Enter your name and email address
- Create a password
- Set visibility preferences
- Verify your email address
Managing Your ORCID Record
Edit Your Name
Add Employment
Import Works
Profile Visibility Settings
- Public – Visible to everyone
- Trusted parties – Visible to selected organizations
- Private – Visible only to you
Carefully managing visibility ensures openness while protecting personal data.
ORCID @ Sai University
The Sai University Library provides personalized support to ensure accurate ORCID records aligned with institutional and global research standards.
Library Support
- ORCID registration assistance
- Correct institutional affiliation setup
- Linking publications, grants, and reviewer roles
- Publisher and funder compliance support
Use Official Sai University Identifiers
- ROR: https://ror.org/022pwce91
- ISNI: 0000000506371782
- Wikidata: Q115806099
- Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Using official identifiers ensures accurate institutional reporting and global visibility of Sai University research outputs.
FAQ & Additional Resources
Is ORCID free?
Yes. ORCID is completely free for individual researchers.
Can I have more than one ORCID iD?
No. Each researcher should maintain a single ORCID iD.
Resetting Your Password
- ORCID Support Center
- ORCID Blog
- Contact Sai University Library for assistance