Distance Education: RBE No.165/2011 – Recognition of Engineering Diploma/ Degrees

No.E(NG)-II/2010/RR-1/17, dated 08.12.2011

Sub:   Recognition of Engineering Diploma/ Degrees obtained through Distance Education Mode – Acceptance for purpose of employment on the railways.

1. References have been received from various railway establishments seeking clarification regarding status of diploma/ degree in Engineering obtained from various institutions in India through Open & Distance Learning mode. The issue has been examined in consultation with Distance Education Council, New Delhi.

2. Accordingly, Railway Board have decided not to accept diploma/ degree in Engineering obtained through distance mode except AMIETE (recognition for which has been permitted vide RBE No.230/1990) for the purpose of employment in railways with immediate effect and till further orders.

Please acknowledge receipt.

(Hindi version will follow)

Download Railway Board Circular RBE No.165/2011

Forward reference ⇒ Dated 28.08.2014