State HRD Attestation
State HRD Attestation
Every Indian educational document must be verified by the HRD department of the state where the issuing institution is located. This step confirms that your university or school is recognized and that the certificate is genuine. Without HRD attestation, the MEA will not accept your document for further processing.
Each Indian state operates its own HRD office with different procedures, processing times, and document requirements. Some states accept walk-in submissions while others require online applications. GreenAttest maintains representatives in all major states who understand the local procedures and have established relationships with HRD offices to expedite processing.
Whether your certificate was issued in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Delhi, or any other state, we handle the submission, follow-up, and collection so you can focus on your career and relocation plans.
Documents Required
- Original educational certificate (degree, diploma, or school leaving certificate)
- Official transcripts or mark sheets from the institution
- Passport copy of the certificate holder
- University or board verification letter (required by some states)
- Authorization letter for third-party submission
Special Requirements
- • Deemed universities and private institutions may require additional verification from the UGC before the state HRD will process the attestation.
- • Distance education and correspondence degrees require a letter from the Distance Education Bureau (DEB) confirming the program is approved.
How It Works
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1Submit your educational documents to GreenAttest for pre-screening and state identification.
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2Our state representative prepares the application per local HRD office requirements.
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3Documents are submitted to the HRD department in the issuing state.
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4We track processing and handle any queries or additional document requests from the HRD office.
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5Attested documents are collected and forwarded to the next stage (MEA) or returned to you.
Insider Tips
Insider Tips
- Contact your university proactively and request a verification letter confirming your enrollment and graduation details. Several state HRD offices now require this as a mandatory supporting document.
- If your institution has changed names or merged with another university, obtain a letter from the current institution confirming the name change and your original enrollment.
- Process HRD attestation for all your educational documents at once. Submitting your degree and transcripts together is faster and cheaper than processing them separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
HRD attestation must be done in the state where your educational institution is located, not your home state or current residence. For example, if you studied in Bangalore but are from Chennai, the Karnataka HRD office handles your attestation.
Processing times vary by state. Kerala and Karnataka typically process in 3-5 business days. Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh can take 5-10 business days. GreenAttest provides estimated timelines specific to your state during the initial consultation.
If your institution lacks state or UGC recognition, the HRD will reject the attestation. GreenAttest performs a pre-check before submission to identify potential issues early and advise on alternative pathways.
School certificates from state boards require HRD attestation. Certificates from central boards like CBSE and ICSE follow a different route through the respective board offices in Delhi rather than state HRD departments.
Quick Facts
- Processing Time
- 5-10 business days (varies by state)
- Pricing From
- AED 150
- Country
- India
- Delivery
- Free across the UAE
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