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How do I know if a counsellor or agent is genuine?

Short answer

A genuine one never asks you for cash, never asks for an OTP, and can name the awarding body without hesitating.

Counselling itself is a normal part of admissions. What is not normal is money changing hands with an individual, or vagueness about who awards the qualification.

You should never need to pay a person to be admitted somewhere that admits on marks.

Important. An OTP request ends the conversation. There is no legitimate reason for it.

What to check

  • Ask which body awards the certificate. Note whether the answer is immediate and specific.
  • Pay only the institution, only into its own account, only against a receipt.

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