Frequently Asked Questions

Open and Distance Learning Council (ODLC), established in 2013, is an authorized educational institution providing academic, skill, vocational, ECCE and paramedical education through flexible and technology-enabled learning systems.

ODLC is an autonomous and independently governed educational institution operating through its defined academic, administrative, examination and certification framework.

Yes. ODLC is an authorized educational institution and has been authorized as an Implementing Educational Institution under a government-approved educational framework.

ODLC operates through a structured governance system comprising its Governing Council, Academic Council and administrative authorities. These bodies oversee academic policies, programme administration, assessments, examinations, certification and learner records.

ODLC follows defined processes for admission, learner registration, programme delivery, assessment, examination, result declaration, certification and credential verification.

ODLC offers:

• Secondary Level – Class X (Grade 10)
• Senior Secondary Level – Class XII (Grade 12)
• Skill & Vocational Programmes
• Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE)
• Paramedical Programmes

Programme duration, eligibility and assessment requirements vary according to the selected programme.

Eligible school learners, adult learners, school dropouts, working individuals, skill seekers and international learners may apply, subject to the eligibility and documentation requirements of the selected programme.

The mode of delivery depends on the programme. ODLC may provide learning through open, distance, online, offline or blended modes. Practical training or attendance at an Accredited Learning Centre may be required for certain programmes.

Students can apply through the appropriate online application pathway:

• Indian Student Application
• International Student Application

Admission is confirmed only after document verification, eligibility review and payment of the applicable fee.

No. Submission of an application does not automatically confirm admission. Admission is subject to eligibility, document verification, programme availability and approval by ODLC.

Yes. Eligible learners must complete the assessments, examinations and practical requirements prescribed for their respective programmes.

Eligible students can appear for supported online examinations through the ODLC Mobile App or designated digital examination systems, subject to the programme, examination schedule and applicable technical requirements.

Eligible online examinations may use:

• Secure learner login
• Identity verification
• Time-controlled examination access
• Online proctoring
• Examination activity monitoring
• Controlled answer submission

These measures support learner authentication and examination integrity.

Results are processed after completion of the applicable assessment and examination requirements. Eligible learners can access their results through ODLC’s designated digital services and Mobile App.

ODLC credentials are issued after the learner fulfils the applicable programme, assessment, examination and practical requirements. Each eligible credential contains identifiable learner and certification details.

An eligible credential may include:

• Learner’s name
• Enrolment number
• Academic session
• Programme details
• Centre code
• Certificate number
• Subject-wise results
• Grades or grade points
• QR code for online verification

Eligible ODLC credentials can be verified through:

Yes. Educational institutions, employers, government departments and other stakeholders may request verification through ODLC’s online verification facility or by emailing:

verification@odlc.ac.in

The requester should attach a clear copy of the credential and provide official contact details.

Yes. Eligible ODLC credentials can be verified online from India or abroad through ODLC’s designated digital verification facility, subject to the availability of the corresponding digital record.

Yes. Eligible ODLC-issued digital credentials are available through DigiLocker, enabling learners to securely access and share their credentials through their DigiLocker accounts.

DigiLocker provides secure digital access to eligible ODLC-issued credentials and enables learners to retrieve and share their documents electronically. It supports convenient access, traceability and digital document management.

Yes. ODLC maintains structured digital records for learner registration, assessments, examinations, results and eligible credentials. These systems support record management and credential verification.

ODLC credentials are supported by unique learner and certificate details, digitally maintained records, QR-enabled verification, DigiLocker access and official email verification.

These facilities help verify the authenticity of eligible ODLC-issued credentials.

ODLC credentials may be presented for higher education, employment, skill progression or other relevant purposes. Final eligibility, acceptance or equivalency is determined by the concerned university, employer, government department, recruiting body or evaluating authority under its applicable rules.

Equivalency is determined by the competent receiving authority according to its applicable rules. Where formal equivalency is required, learners should obtain confirmation from the concerned board, university, employer or evaluating authority.

Yes. Eligible ODLC credentials may be presented internationally. Their acceptance is determined by the receiving university, employer, immigration authority or credential-evaluation agency according to the applicable rules of the relevant country.

A learner may apply to a foreign university, subject to that university’s admission and credential-evaluation requirements. Final acceptance is determined exclusively by the receiving university or competent evaluation authority.

Immigration and migration requirements vary between countries and authorities. Learners must confirm acceptance directly with the concerned immigration authority, embassy or authorized credential-evaluation agency.

Yes. The ODLC Mobile App provides eligible learners with access to learning resources, academic information, assessments, online examinations, results, credential services and career opportunities.

Depending on the programme and learner eligibility, the app provides access to:

• Programme syllabus
• Self-learning materials
• Assignments and assessments
• Online examinations
• Examination notifications
• Academic updates
• Results
• Credential-related services
• Certificate verification
• Job Portal and career opportunities

Yes. Eligible learners can access programme syllabi, self-learning materials, academic updates and other available learning resources through the ODLC Mobile App.

ODLC supports eligible learners through career guidance, profile development and access to available opportunities through its Job Portal.

Career support does not constitute a guarantee of employment or placement.

Students should verify an Accredited Learning Centre through ODLC’s official centre-verification facility before submitting documents or making payments.

Only centres appearing in ODLC’s current records should be treated as accredited.

An eligible institution can apply to become:

• An Accredited Learning Centre
• A Regional Coordination Office
• A National Coordination Office, where applicable

Approval is subject to application review, document verification, infrastructure assessment and compliance with ODLC requirements.

The validity period is mentioned in the official accreditation or appointment letter issued by ODLC. Continuation or renewal is subject to compliance, performance review and the applicable ODLC policies.

Fees should be paid only through ODLC’s official payment gateway, designated bank account or another formally approved payment method.

Students must obtain and retain an official payment receipt.

Fee refunds, where applicable, are governed by ODLC’s current refund and cancellation policy. Applicants should review the policy before submitting an application or making payment.

No. Students should make payments only through officially authorized ODLC payment channels and obtain a valid receipt. Payments to unauthorized individuals or unverified accounts should be avoided.

Students may submit grievances through ODLC’s official grievance or support facility. The complaint should include the learner’s name, enrolment number, contact details and relevant supporting documents.

Send the correction or verification request to:

verification@odlc.ac.in

Include:

• Learner’s full name
• Enrolment number
• Certificate number
• Clear copy of the credential
• Description of the discrepancy
• Supporting documents

ODLC manages learner information through controlled digital and administrative systems. The collection, use, storage and disclosure of personal information are governed by ODLC’s applicable privacy and data-management policies.

ODLC operates under the laws applicable in India. Any dispute or legal proceeding is subject to the jurisdiction specified in ODLC’s official terms, policies and applicable institutional documents.

Applicable authorization documents, governance information, institutional policies, official notifications and related documents can be accessed through ODLC’s Institutional Documents section.

Learners and institutions can contact ODLC through its official website, published email addresses, telephone numbers or designated support facilities.

For document or credential verification: verification@odlc.ac.in