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“Backdated diploma certificate” is a commonly searched term. An earlier date printed on a certificate should not by itself be treated as proof of a valid qualification.
The validity and recognition of a diploma can depend on the nature of the programme, the institution, applicable regulatory requirements and the purpose for which the qualification is intended.
According to the University Grants Commission (UGC), diploma/certificate courses are not specified by UGC in the same way as degrees; universities can run diploma/certificate courses with due approval of their governing or statutory councils wherever required. The specific institution and programme should therefore be checked before proceeding.
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