Attestation simply implies that the officer has personally compared the original document with the copy and certified it as a true representation.
A Gazetted Officer (Professor in a government college) attested her brother’s OBC-NCL certificate for a state PSC exam. The exam cell rejected the certificate citing “attestation by close relative.” The brother lost a year’s attempt. Attestation simply implies that the officer has personally
Usually, the restriction applies to the "Immediate Family," which includes: Children (including adopted children) Usually, the restriction applies to the "Immediate Family,"
Even if an officer signs the document, the receiving organization (like the Passport Office or a University) has the right to reject it if they notice the surnames match or if they suspect a lack of objectivity. What Do the Rules Say? I can let you know if self-attestation is an option for you
To help you further, could you tell me you need to get attested and for what purpose (e.g., job application, passport, or college admission)? I can let you know if self-attestation is an option for you.