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Is an Online Degree evaluated and recognized by WES for Canada / US Immigration (PR)?

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I am planning to apply for Canada Express Entry (PR) via Canadian WES ECA. Does World Education Services (WES) accept online degrees from Indian universities like Manipal, Amity, Chandigarh, or DY Patil?

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Reviewed against current UGC-DEB Regulations & Gazette Notifications · 10 Sept 2026

Yes. WES (World Education Services), IQAS, CES, and ICAS recognize Indian Online Degrees provided the granting institution is UGC-recognized and AIU (Association of Indian Universities) member. How WES Evaluates Indian Online Degrees: 1. Institutional Status: WES checks if the awarding university is a statutory Indian University recognized by UGC and approved by DEB for the enrolled batch. 2. Equivalence Matrix: - A 2-Year Online MBA / MCA / M.Sc from an accredited Indian university is evaluated as a Canadian Master's Degree (earning maximum CRS points under Express Entry). - A 3-Year Online BCA / BBA / B.Com is evaluated as a Canadian 3-Year Bachelor's Degree. 3. Electronic Transcript Dispatch: Major online universities (Manipal Online, Amity Online, Jain Online, Chandigarh University Online) provide direct electronic transcript transmission to WES through direct university portal integration. Pro Tip: Always ensure you apply for official transcripts sealed and sent directly from the university's Registrar / COE office to WES with your WES Reference Number.

Statutory Compliance Confirmation: The guidance provided above strictly aligns with the University Grants Commission (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations and subsequent official Gazette notifications.

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