The equivalency certificate (In Malayalam it is thulyatha), is the certificate of recognition from the Kerala Board of Public Examinations for the 10th and 12th for the students or employees. Suppose any student completed their secondary or higher secondary level of examinations in another state and would love to apply for a job or higher studies. In that case, those certificates from other states need to be approved in Kerala.
If you have completed your secondary school education in states like Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and many more north Indian states, you need to get an equivalency certificate from the examination board in Kerala.
We have to apply directly to the SCERT to get an equivalency and some rules should follow. I’ll explain all that here in this article.
Why do you need an equivalency certificate?
It is reported that many people make fake certificates from other states ‘ boards to do higher studies, for e-employment, and various jobs in Kerala. So, the Kerala government decides to make criteria to get equivalency from the SCERT aka Kerala Board of Examinations. While doing this, they will cross-check the validity and existence of the submitted certificate of a candidate whether it is original or fakely created for any purposes.
SCERT has strict rules these days and they verify the genuineness of the certificate and will take a genuine test by considering the register number on the other board’s submitted certificates. Once they find all the details are correct regarding the name on the certificate, school details, and other details such as caste, date of birth, etc, they will grant an equality certificate. The government declared that by considering the genuineness, they can prevent fraud in the education system in Kerala.
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How to apply for an equivalency certificate?
The first step is to apply by describing the need. For what purpose do you need the equivalency? You should apply to the director, of the state council for educational research and training.
So, the To, portion should be the Director.
Scheme code
Be sure to denote the scheme code for the equivalency.
So, what is a scheme code?
It is a two-digit simple code that denotes the course for which you need equivalency. Do not worry. Here, I am listing the scheme code so that you can understand and use it on your application.
The list is in scheme and code format.
- SSLC (Grading system) 2023-24 – Scheme code 01
- SSLC (Grading system) 2007-23 – Scheme code 02
- THSLC (IHRD) New scheme – 03
- CBSE – 04
- ICSE – 05
- SSLC (IED) – 06
- THSLC Tech. EDU new scheme 2016 onwards – 07
The short form explained:-
SSLC – secondary school leaving certificate
THSLC – Technical higher secondary leaving certificate
CBSE – Central board of secondary education
Application format
For example, To and From are the two main parts that must be considered before preparing the application. It should be as follows
Application for equivalency certificate from SCERT to apply to higher studies in Kerala
To,
The Director
State council for educational research and training (SCERT)
Trivandrum
From,
Your Name
Address
Respected sir,
The matter is described in a simple format.
Date Yours faithfully
Place Name and sign
You can either use English or Malayalam for preparing the application.
DD of 500 INR
You should take a demand draft of 500 INR in the name of the director, SCERT (State Council for Educational Research and Training), Poojappura P.O, Trivandrum, Kerala, PIN – 695 012. The DD should be taken from any nationalized bank.
Along with the DD and application form, take a copy of the mark list that should be attested by a gazetted officer.
DD of 500INR is only for the general, OBC, and OEC category candidates. SC/ST candidates, only need to pay 250 INR on DD for applying the equivalency.
Recognition letter & course syllabus
You must attach a recognition letter from the institute where you completed the course. The institute should be approved by the government of the state or country.
Additionally, provide a copy of the syllabus of the course. You can get the printed copy from the associated board or the school you get your certificate. Both these should be enveloped along with the application.
When will get the certificate?
Once you apply, they evaluate the application and the certificate. The certificate will be sanctioned by the Pareeksha Bhavan to the student.
How long will it take to get?
Normally, you need to wait 30 days to get the equivalency, but in most cases, you won’t wait till those days.
FAQ
Is there any application form to apply for the equivalency certificate?
No. There is no special or prescribed application form. Write an application on white paper with your handwriting by following the format given above.
You must include the scheme code and the purpose of that. The application should be in a formal format. That’s all.
What additional certificate should be included for NIOS students?
NIOS expanded as the National Institute of Open Schooling is an autonomous organization that offers secondary and senior secondary education in India. Many people getting qualified through the NIOS and the equivalency procedure is a little bit different from the above-given method.
Along with the application, they should also submit the birth certificate because many fraudulent activities are thereby providing fake NIOS certificates. Candidates from other countries have no authorizes or other citizens playing fraudulent activities.
You must comply with all the policies described on the official website. Some of the key points are explained here
- You must be an Indian
- No other nationality accepted
- Should live in India (For NRIs) for a minimum of 2 years.
- The course must be completed on time, but the extended periods are also applicable.
- The photographs on the NIOS certificate should be clear
- Should submit transfer certificate
- Proof of identity should be submitted, the acceptable documents include an Aadhaar card
Wrapping it up
I have compiled all of the application procedures to get your equivalency certificate if you are educated outside the Kerala, and even through NIOS. I hope this will help you to get the certificate as soon as possible. Follow the recommended procedures, and do all the steps properly.
Either send the application through the registered post or speed post, or you can directly visit the Pareeksha Bhavan at Trivandrum to reduce the interval of getting the certificate. If no urgency, sending the application through speed post is enough.
If you have any doubts, please feel free to comment the doubt in the comment box, and I’ll help you for sure.
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