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CREDENTIAL CHECK

Education Verification – Why Degrees & Certificates Matter

A surprising number of CVs contain fake or inflated academic credentials. This guide explains how education verification protects your company and how to do it right.

📅 July 2026 ⏱ 6 min read 👤 Truevence Editorial Team

1. The Scale of Degree Fraud in India

Research suggests that up to 1 in 6 Indian CVs contain some form of educational misrepresentation. From fake degrees purchased online to exaggerated grades from legitimate institutions, unverified academic claims pose a massive risk – especially for roles requiring specific technical or professional qualifications.

2. What Education Verification Actually Checks

Degree Authenticity

Confirms the degree was issued by a recognised university.

Enrollment & Completion

Verifies the candidate actually attended and graduated.

Year of Passing

Ensures the timeline matches the candidate’s claims.

Marksheet Verification

Cross‑checks grade sheets for tampering or forgery.

3. How Education Verification Works

1

Candidate Submission

Candidate provides degree, marksheets, and consent.

2

University/Board Contact

Our team contacts the issuing institution for direct confirmation.

3

Verification & Report

We compile the findings into a clear, compliant report.

Verify Your Candidates’ Degrees Today

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