Mumbai University Issues Graduation Certificate With ‘Mumabai’ Error, Admits ‘Printing Mistake’ – News18

Last Updated:March 02, 2025, 12:24 IST

A Mumbai University official attributed the error to a printing mistake and confirmed that they are rectifying the issue. The university will issue fresh certificates free of charge to affected students.

Mumbai University has issued graduation certificates with a spelling error of the city’s name as “Mumabai.” Although 1.64 lakh students graduated in 2023-24, the exact number of affected certificates remains unclear, reported PTI.

A university official attributed the error to a printing mistake and confirmed that they are rectifying the issue. The university will issue fresh certificates free of charge to affected students.

The convocation ceremony itself took place on January 7 following which the certificates were sent to all the affiliated colleges. College principals have expressed their concern pointing out that the typo on such a crucial document undermines its authenticity.

Mumbai University, which outsourced the printing to a Hyderabad-based company, aims to rectify the error. A spokesperson admitted that “printing issues” led to the spelling mistake.

The varsity has assured students that they are working diligently to fix the issue and will provide new certificates free of cost.