#Academic Documents

The Kerala High Court has ruled that retaining original academic documents like mark sheets, transfer certificates, and conduct certificates due to unpaid fees violates students' fundamental rights to education and dignity. This binding precedent empowers students to demand immediate return of their records, regardless of financial disputes, and holds institutions liable for obstructing academic continuity.

The Karnataka High Court has ruled that educational institutions cannot withhold original academic documents or deny No Objection Certificates to students seeking transfer, even when fees are unpaid. This upholds the right to education and natural justice, ensuring that financial disputes do not block academic progression or future admissions.