If your degree certificate is delayed by your university and your government job document verification (DV) is approaching, you’re not alone. Many aspirants face this situation after completing graduation or post-graduation. Let’s understand whether this delay can impact your job selection — and what you can do about it.

✅ Is a Degree Certificate Mandatory for DV?

Yes, most government exams — SSC, UPSC, State PSCs, Banking, Railways, and Teaching — require proof of your educational qualification during document verification.

You’re typically expected to present:

  • Original Degree Certificate OR
  • Provisional Degree Certificate (if degree not yet issued)

🔁 What If the Degree Is Delayed?

If your university hasn’t issued the degree yet, you can usually submit:

  • Provisional Degree Certificate
  • Final year/semester mark sheets
  • Online result or university letter confirming completion

Most recruitment boards accept these documents temporarily, provided your final result is declared before the cut-off date mentioned in the notification.

📌 Examples from Recruitment Boards

  • SSC CGL/CHSL: Educational qualification must be attained by the application closing date. Provisional certificate is accepted if valid.

  • UPSC: Provisional certificate from a recognized university is valid if it clearly mentions the passing date.

  • State PSCs: Some allow submission of pending documents within a fixed grace period — but only with prior permission.

⚠️ No Provisional Certificate? What Happens?

If you don’t have either your degree certificate or provisional:

  • You may be disqualified at the DV stage.
  • Exceptions are rare and depend on the board’s discretion.
  • Always email or call the board in advance to clarify your situation.

📝 What Should You Do Immediately?

  • Apply for a Provisional Certificate from your university.
  • Request an official letter from the Controller of Examinations stating you’ve passed.
  • Keep a screenshot/PDF of your online result.
  • Gather your final semester mark sheets.
  • Email the recruitment board to confirm if provisional documents are acceptable.

⏩ Fast-Track Tip

If your university is delaying unnecessarily, consider filing an RTI (Right to Information) to speed up the process.

✅ Key Takeaway

  • Don’t wait — apply for provisional documents as soon as your result is declared.
  • Document everything — keep proof that you passed before the cut-off date.
  • Communicate early with the recruitment board if in doubt.

💬 Your Experience Matters

Have you attended DV without a degree certificate?
Did they accept provisional or mark sheets?

👉 Share your experience below — it might help thousands of others.