Indian graduates in China: Govt's guidebook on how to verify degrees, attest documents

The Indian Embassy in Beijing has issued a detailed FAQ to help Indian students in China with attesting their degrees and documents from Chinese colleges.

The guide addresses the needs of students from the 2016, 2017, and 2018 batches returning to India in June and July.

It covers topics such as fees for attestation at the embassy and consulates in Shanghai and Guangzhou, processing times, and the necessity of attestation for document acceptance in India.

This FAQ follows an interactive session held by the embassy with students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, which extended their academic periods due to China's visa bans

Prior to the pandemic, over 23,000 Indian students, mainly in medical fields, were enrolled in Chinese universities.

This number has decreased to around 8,000 due to pandemic-related disruptions.

Chinese universities were popular due to the high costs of private medical colleges in India and competitive government institution admissions.

Graduates from Chinese colleges must pass the Foreign Medical Graduates Examination to practice in India.

The embassy has been instrumental in advocating for the students' return to China to complete their studies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What documents are provided by Chinese Universities at graduation?

Indian students typically receive a Clinical Medicine University Certificate, Migration Certificate, Student’s Transcript, Internship Completion Certificate, Bachelor Degree Certificate, and No Criminal Record Certificate.

Additional documents may be issued as per university regulations.

What is the document attestation process for Indian students?

The attestation process involves three steps:

• Obtain notarization from any notary office in China.
• Get the notarized documents attested by the regional Foreign Affairs Office (FAO) or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) in Beijing.
• Upload and submit the notarized and attested documents to the Indian Embassy in Beijing for final attestation.

What are the fees for notarization and attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China?

Fees vary by province and should be checked with the respective offices.

What fees does the Indian Embassy charge for document attestation?

The Embassy charges 83 RMB per document.

Detailed fee information is available on the Embassy's website.

How can Indian students get their documents attested by the Embassy?

Students must book an appointment online, submit documents in person or through an authorized representative, and collect the attested documents with the original fee receipt.

Is document attestation available at Indian consulates in Shanghai and Guangzhou?

Yes, students can visit these consulates for attestation.

They should check the jurisdiction area on the Embassy's website.

How long does the Embassy take to attest documents?

The process typically takes 1-7 days, including the submission day.

Is there a fast-track or tatkal facility for document attestation?

No, the service is provided on a “first come, first serve” basis

Does the Embassy send attested documents to students in China or India?

No, students or their authorized representatives must collect the documents from the Embassy.

Is Embassy attestation essential for document acceptance in India?

Yes, documents attested by the Embassy are recognized by Indian government agencies and medical councils

What is the procedure for verifying documents sent by Indian medical councils to the Embassy?

The Embassy verifies documents by sending them to the issuing university and then forwarding the certification to the respective Indian medical council.

Is university verification alone sufficient?

No, Embassy verification is mandatory.

Is Embassy verification essential for registration with Indian medical councils?

Yes, the medical councils require verification from the Embassy.

Where can students find more information on the attestation process?

Students can refer to the Embassy’s website for detailed information

Does the Embassy recognize agents for the attestation process?

No, the Embassy does not recognize any agents. Students are responsible for the process and must ensure their documents are safely transmitted

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