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Can you apply for WES Evaluation without Degree Certificate

Let us understand how one can apply for WES (World Education Services ) Evaluation if they don’t have the Convocation Certificate .

There are many reason where you don’t have main degree certificate , the prominent reason will be if you have recently passed out and convocation is yet to be held . Usually universities host convocation program one year after graduation. This creates major friction if one want to get WES Evaluation for Immigration purpose of your Canadian university wants you to submit WES Evaluation.
Common concern is , is it possible to obtain official academic transcript if the final degree is not available with you now. 
The answer depending upon the different factors a. The Issuing university rules   .b. The verification authority involved .c. Evaluation body receiving the transcript.

It is suggested to collect the convocation certificate once you complete the course to avoid any discourse in your immigration process , if you havent collected you can use our Services to Procure the Convocation Certificate  .

This article explains how the process works in real scenarios.
 
Understanding the Difference Between Transcript and Degree Certificate.
 
An academic transcript is an official record issued by a university that lists: Subjects studied
Semester-wise marks or grades, Program duration and completion status.
 
A degree certificate, on the other hand, is a formal confirmation that the qualification has been awarded.
 
While related, they serve different purposes and are handled differently by institutions.
 
 
Now let us answer the major concern Transcript Issuance Without Final Degree, Some universities allow transcript issuance based on, 
Provisional degree certificate or Passing certificate along with all Individual Marksheet or Consolidate Marksheet .
 
Usually applies when Degree certificates are delayed or Convocation has not yet occurred , The university officially confirms course completion However, this is not universal. Each university decides its own eligibility rules, and those rules can be modified prior notice . 
 
 
Important Note About NSDC Verification , In cases involving National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) verification, Document verification generally requires the final degree certificate If the degree certificate is missing, verification may not proceed, so proceed for NSDC application only if you have the main Degree Certificate . Provisional certificates alone may not be sufficient for NSDC workflows.
 
One should understand how WES Treats Transcripts for Evaluation.
WES primarily evaluates official academic transcripts, Degree certificates are often requested separately, In certain cases, WES accepts transcripts even if the final degree certificate is pending, provided, The transcript is official Issued directly by the university Properly sealed or electronically sent Acceptance still depends on,  University recognition,Program completion status
and Supporting documents submitted.
 
Applicants should always review current WES document requirements for their country and institution.
 
 
Universities That Issue Transcripts on Provisional Certificate, Some universities issue transcripts based on only Provisional degree certificate, Final marksheets, Official completion letters
 
This is typically differs case-by-case and may require you to confirm with university or we can do it for you. 
 
Before initiating a transcript request without a final degree certificate,
Confirm transcript eligibility with your university, verify whether your target evaluation body accepts provisional based transcripts, Avoid assumptions based on other universities’ experiences
Ensure all documents are official and verifiable , This prevents delays, rejections, and unnecessary costs.
 
 

Conclusion:-Evaluation and Transcript issuance without a final degree certificate is possible in specific situations, but it depends entirely on, University policy , Verification authority rules

Evaluation body requirements for the Assessment.
 
 
 
 

FAQ's About WES Evalaution & NSDC Verification without Degree Certificate .

Yes, in some cases. Certain universities issue official academic transcripts based on a provisional certificate, final marksheets, or course completion status, even if the final degree certificate has not yet been issued. This depends entirely on the university’s internal policy.

 

World Education Services (WES) primarily evaluates official academic transcripts. In some cases, WES accepts transcripts even if the final degree certificate is pending, provided the transcript:
Is officially issued by the university, Is sent in a sealed envelope or through approved electronic channels ,Confirms program completion, Provisional Degree Certificate is available 

For some universities, yes. A provisional certificate combined with consolidated or semester-wise marksheets may be sufficient to issue transcripts. However, this varies by institution and is handled on a case-by-case basis.You can connect with Edvantage Procurement Services to know for your qualification . 

In most cases, National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) verification requires the final degree certificate. If the degree certificate is not available, NSDC verification may not proceed.
Usually, marksheets alone are not sufficient. Universities typically require at least one of the following:
 
Provisional degree certificate.
Final semester completion confirmation.
All Individual Marksheet or Consolidated Marksheet.
Requirements vary by institution.
Before applying, you should:- 
 
Confirm transcript eligibility with your university.
 
Verify acceptance criteria of the evaluation body.
 
Understand verification requirements (if applicable).
 
Ensure all documents are official and verifiable.
 
This helps avoid delays or rejections.

No. Transcript issuance rules are not standardized. Each university sets its own documentation requirements and approval process.
In some cases, yes but acceptance depends on:
 
The evaluation authority.
 
The country of application.
 
The university’s recognition status.
 
Applicants should always confirm document requirements with the receiving institution or evaluation body.

It can be, if requirements are not verified beforehand. Applying without understanding university and evaluation rules may lead to processing delays, additional costs, or document rejection.

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