How to Check if Your Degree Certificate is Original or Fake in India?

If you have obtained a degree certificate and want to verify whether it is original or fake, follow these detailed steps to ensure its authenticity.

📌 1. Verify with the Issuing University
The first step is to confirm the degree’s authenticity directly with the university that issued it.

✅ Online Verification Through University Website
Most universities in India provide an online verification system where you can enter your enrollment number/roll number/registration number to verify your degree.

• Visit the official website of your university.
• Look for the degree verification section (sometimes under “Examination” or “Student Services”).
• Enter your enrollment number and verify your details.

📌 Example:
If you completed your degree from Delhi University, visit www.du.ac.in and check their verification portal.

✅ Contact the University Registrar’s Office
If online verification is unavailable, you can visit or contact the university registrar’s office.

• Provide a copy of your degree certificate.
• Ask them to verify the enrollment number and student details.
• The university may issue a verification letter confirming the authenticity of your degree.

✅ Check University Name & Logo
Ensure that the university name, logo, and seal on the degree match official university records. Fake certificates often contain spelling errors, incorrect logos, or missing details.

📌 2. Check University Recognition with UGC & AICTE
A degree is valid only if issued by a UGC – recognized university or an AICTE- Approved institution (for technical programs).

✅ Check UGC (University Grants Commission) Approval

• Visit UGC’s official website: www.ugc.ac.in
• Click on “Recognized Universities” to check if your university is approved and recognized.
• If your university is not listed, it might be fake or unrecognized.

📌 Also, check the UGC Fake University List: Fake Universities in India

✅ Check AICTE (For Technical Courses like B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA)

• Visit AICTE’s website: www.aicte-india.org
• Click on “Approved Institutions” and enter your university/college name.

📌 3. Verify Degree Certificate Through Government Portals
The Indian government has introduced digital verification platforms for degrees.

✅ National Academic Depository (NAD)

• NAD stores digital copies of degrees issued by universities.
• Visit nad.gov.in and log in.
• Check if your degree certificate is available.

✅ DigiLocker (For Government Universities & Boards)

• Many Indian universities issue digital degree certificates via DigiLocker.
• Visit digilocker.gov.in and log in with your Aadhaar-linked account.
• Search for your degree certificate.

📌 4. Look for Security Features on the Degree Certificate
Genuine university degree certificates have built-in security features to prevent forgery. Check for:

✅ Hologram/Watermark – Most universities include a hologram or watermark as a security feature.
✅ Embossed Seal – A genuine degree will have a raised embossed university seal.
✅ Signature of Authorities – Verify the Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, or Controller of Examination’s signature.
✅ Paper Quality & Font – Fake degrees may have poor print quality, incorrect fonts, or errors.

📌 5. Cross-Check Registration & Roll Number

• Each degree has a unique registration/enrollment number.
• Compare this number with your university records or mark sheets.
• A fake degree may not have a verifiable registration number.

📌 6. Employer & Third-Party Verification Services
Many employers and agencies offer degree verification services for job applications and higher studies.

✅ NSDL e-Governance Verification

• Visit www.nad.ndml.in.
• Employers or students can apply for degree verification.

✅ HRD Ministry & Embassy Attestation (For Foreign Use)
If you plan to use your degree abroad, get it attested by the HRD Ministry and the respective embassy.

📌 7. Report Fake Degrees to Authorities
If you suspect that a degree is fake, report it to:
📌 UGC (University Grants Commission) – www.ugc.ac.in
📌 AICTE (For Technical Degrees) – www.aicte-india.org
📌 Local Police or Cyber Crime Department

⚠️ Warning Signs of a Fake Degree Certificate
🚨 Fake universities issuing degrees without exams or attendance
🚨 Misspellings, incorrect fonts, poor print quality
🚨 No official website or online verification option
🚨 Unrecognized by UGC, AICTE, or MHRD
🚨 Degree obtained within a few days/weeks without proper process

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