BDS Degree Certificate Apostille & Attestation Services in India

Overview

If you’ve completed your Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) in India and plan to pursue higher education, professional licensing, or employment abroad, your BDS degree certificate must be apostilled or attested depending on the requirements of the destination country. This legal process validates the authenticity of your academic documents for international use.

This guide provides complete details about the apostille and attestation process for BDS certificates issued in India, including options, timelines, methods, and official channels.

Apostille for Indian-Issued BDS Degree Certificates

A BDS certificate apostille is a type of international legalization issued under the Hague Convention of 1961. It confirms the legitimacy of the certificate and makes it legally acceptable in over 120 member countries.

There are two commonly followed procedures in India for apostilling a BDS certificate:

1. State HRD / University Verification + MEA Apostille

This is the standard route for document apostille:

Step 1: State HRD or University Verification
The BDS certificate must first be verified by the State HRD (Human Resource Development) Department or directly by the issuing university. This step confirms the authenticity of the academic qualification.
Step 2: Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Apostille
After state-level verification, the certificate is apostilled by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India (MEA).

This process is preferred by countries that require academic document validation before accepting foreign professionals or students.

2. Notary + SDM + MEA Apostille (Quick Process)

This alternative process is faster and accepted by most Hague countries:

Step 1: Notary Attestation
The certificate is attested by a Notary Public to initiate the legal verification chain.
Step 2: SDM (Sub-Divisional Magistrate) Attestation – Delhi
The document is authenticated by the SDM in New Delhi.
Step 3: MEA Apostille
Finally, the certificate is apostilled by the Ministry of External Affairs.

This process typically takes 2 working days and is ideal for urgent travel, admission deadlines, or employment approvals.

Embassy Attestation for BDS Certificates (Non-Hague Countries)

For countries that do not participate in the Hague Convention, apostille is not valid. These countries require a full embassy attestation process.

General Embassy Attestation Steps

Step 1: State-Level Attestation
The BDS certificate is first authenticated by the State HRD Department or Home Department, depending on the issuing university and state.
Step 2: MEA Attestation
The certificate is then authenticated by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
Step 3: Embassy/Consulate Attestation
Finally, the certificate is submitted to the embassy or consulate of the destination country located in India.

This process is mandatory for attesting Indian-issued BDS degrees for countries like UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Egypt, China, and several African nations

How to get your documents apostilled/attested

Popular Methods for BDS Degree Certificate in India

Over the years, the following attestation practices have been widely used across India:

1. Home Department Attestation via State Mantralaya

AMIE certificates can be authenticated from the Home Department of your state also known as Mantralaya which is recognized for processing educational documents.
After the Mantralaya attestation, the certificate proceeds to MEA and then to the relevant embassy.

This method is time-tested, cost-efficient, and highly respected by numerous foreign embassies in India.

2. Attestation via SDM and MEA (Alternate Option)

For many countries, attestation from the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, New Delhi, followed by MEA attestation is a valid and accepted process.

This method is often preferred due to quicker processing and lesser bureaucracy compared to state-level authentication.

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Top Tips for Smooth Attestation

Having processed thousands of attestation requests over the years, here are expert tips for a seamless experience:

✅ Review Destination Requirements: Each country has unique document rules.
✅ Use Certified Translations: If documents are in a regional language, have them officially translated.
✅ Verify All Signatures & Seals: Incorrect stamps can lead to rejections.
✅ Start Early: Allow extra time for potential delays.
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