College certificate has lost

I passed my pg in June 2013. College certificate has lost. My degree certificate was sent by the university to my college by speed post in Jan 2014 but it was not delivered/received by the college. University gave details of dispatch as well as speed post tracking (but now not traceable). University says we’ve dispatched, now we can’t help.

by Shivendra Pratap Singh | Aug 26, 2015 | Civil Matters

I passed my pg in June 2013. College certificate has lost. My degree certificate was sent by the university to my college by speed post in Jan 2014 but it was not delivered/received by the college. University gave details of dispatch as well as speed post tracking (but now not traceable). University says we’ve dispatched, now we can’t help.

College says we haven’t received (Dean has signed letter stating that college didn’t receive certificate). For duplicate copy university asking for FIR and affidavit stating that “I lost the certificate so I should be issued duplicate”. But I haven’t even received my degree, why should I give such an affidavit. University says that’s the only solution. What should I do?

When you have not received your certificate then how can you give affidavit or file FIR that your certificates have lost? When a certificate is lost in transit then liability shifts upon the postal department to inquire and provide the reason for non-delivery of the packet.

In “Bhupesh Khurana and others Vishwa Budha Parishad and others” National Consumer Forum has held that imparting education and related services fall within the ambit of service as defined under Consumer Protection Act. So you should file a complaint before district consumer forum. Contact an advocate or yourself file complaint along with 100 rs fee.

Question: I have done my graduation from Manav Bharti University solan HP from 2009-12. At my joining in MNC I gave my scanned marksheet for University. Now after 3 months of joining, the HR head calls me and informs me that your BGV is red as education documents are not verified. There is a case going on at the university for fake degrees and my HR said we are unable to get any response from the University. 

I don't have original documents as I lost them during COVID and didn't get time to reissue them. Now they want me to terminate. How can I defend myself and secure my job? The university is registered under ugc on its website. Please help me what I can do to save my job as I don't have original documents of graduation with me nor I can verify them from University as documents for University are seized by police due to ongoing court cases and they can verify only after they will get documents from police back. 

I don't know when records will be available. My career is at stake. Is there any legal way to save my job? What if the university didn't verify my documents and I didn't reissue my original marksheets again. HR told me either they want original marksheets and provisional certificates or the University should reply from  their official email id to my company that my scanned documents are real. Can I get a time extension till the court case is over? Or any other option.  I was given 3 months here and if I get terminated it will be very tough for me to get a new job as how can I show a gap period. 

Asked from: Delhi

Losing your original documents during the pandemic and being caught up in a university degree verification issue is a difficult situation to be in, especially when your job is at stake. Here are some suggestions on how to proceed:

  1. Gather any evidence you have that can prove the authenticity of your degree, such as emails or letters from the university regarding your graduation or any academic records. This evidence can be helpful in proving that your degree is genuine, even if the university is currently under investigation.
  2. Contact the university and explain your situation. Ask them if there are any alternative methods for verifying your degree, such as providing an affidavit or a letter from a professor who can vouch for your academic credentials. Even though the university may not be able to verify your degree at this time due to the ongoing court case, they may be able to offer some assistance or advice on how to proceed.
  3. Consider hiring a lawyer who specializes in employment law. They can help you navigate the legal process and protect your rights as an employee. They may also be able to negotiate with your employer on your behalf and help you find a solution that works for both parties.
  4. Keep in touch with your employer and provide regular updates on your progress in resolving the issue. If you can demonstrate that you are actively working to resolve the problem and are committed to keeping your job, your employer may be more willing to work with you and give you an extension of time.
  5. Start looking for alternative job opportunities, just in case. If the worst happens and you do end up losing your job, having a backup plan can make the transition easier. Be honest with potential employers about your situation and explain that you are currently working to resolve the issue.

Remember, it's important to remain calm and professional throughout the process. Losing your temper or getting emotional won't help your case. Instead, focus on finding a solution and communicating clearly with all parties involved.

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Advocate Shivendra, practicing law since 2005, specializes in criminal and matrimonial cases, extensive litigatin experience before the High Court, Sessions court & Family Court. He established kanoonirai.com in 2014 to provide dependable and pragmatic legal support. Over the years, he has successfully assisted thousands of clients, making the platform a trusted resource for criminal and matrimonial dispute resolution in India.

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