Option 2: AIU Equivalence for AUSS Degrees

If UGC‑equivalence is not the right fit, or for older‑cases, students can also apply for AIU‑Equivalence via the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

Key points

• Who decides:
  • AIU Evaluation Division, New Delhi.
• Where to apply:
  • AIU Equivalence page: https://aiu.ac.in/frontpage/equivalence-of-degree/
• Level of decision:
  • Per‑student, per‑degree, after document‑verification.

How to apply (step‑by‑step)

1. Check eligibility
   • AUSS must be properly recognised in Florida.
   • Degree must have clear duration, syllabus, and assessment.
   • Documents must be in English or have certified English translation.
2. Register on AIU‑portal
   • Open AIU‑equivalence page.
   • Click “Apply for Equivalence” or “Evaluation”.
   • Register as a new user (name, DOB, email, mobile, address).
3. Fill AIU‑application form
   • University: American University of Spiritual Science (AUSS), Florida, USA.
   • Degree: e.g., Bachelor of Sanatana Music and Dance.
   • Mode of study, CGPA / percentage, year of completion.
4. Upload documents
   • AUSS degree‑certificate and marksheet.
   • Proof of AUSS‑registration in Florida.
   • Passport (bio‑page + relevant pages).
   • 10th / 12th mark‑sheets (for Bachelor‑level).
   • Any certified English‑translation required.
   • Self‑attested declaration as per AIU‑format.
5. Pay the AIU‑fee
   • Approx. 40 USD equivalent in INR (subject to AIU‑current‑rate).
   • Pay by online‑gateway or DD as per AIU‑instruction.
6. Submit and track
   • Note the AIU‑application‑reference‑number.
   • Track status and download the AIU‑Equivalence Certificate when approved.
7. Use the AIU‑equivalence‑certificate
   • For:
     • Admission to Indian universities that accept AIU‑equivalence,
     • Some government‑jobs / exams where AIU‑equivalence is accepted (check notification).

AUSS‑support for AIU‑equivalence

• AUSS will provide:
  • Syllabus‑PDF,
  • Transcript‑details,
  • Proof of AUSS‑Florida‑registration.
• Final equivalence is decided by AIU, not AUSS.

Which option is better for AUSS‑students?

You can add a short “Choosing the right option” box:

Which opportunity to choose?

• Use UGC Equivalence if:
  • you want fast, online‑only processing (10–15 days) for 2025‑onwards cases.
  • your target Indian‑university accepts UGC‑equivalence‑certificates.

• Use AIU Equivalence if:
  • you are applying for older‑rules‑cases or specific universities that still prefer AIU.
  • you want a parallel / backup equivalence route (in addition to UGC).

Important note:

AUSS does not issue UGC‑ or AIU‑equivalence‑certificates; it only supports documentation. Final equivalence is granted by UGC or AIU based on their rules and assessment.