English to Serbian Transcript Translation for Admission Abroad

What an Indian Academic Transcript Contains

An Indian academic transcript from Class 10 or Class 12, whether issued by the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) board or by the Central Board of Secondary Education, packs several fixed fields that any translation must carry accurately. You will see the candidate’s name, roll number, date of birth, parents’ names, the name and code of the school, the board or examining authority, and a table of subjects. Each subject row lists the theory marks, practical marks (where applicable), total marks obtained, maximum marks, and the grade or result. The transcript ends with the date of issue and a certificate number. When the source document comes from the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board, the marksheet typically includes the board’s logo, the candidate’s photograph, and a security barcode. A translation into Serbian must preserve the structure so that an admissions officer can map every field to the original.

Common English Terms and Their Serbian Translations

Below are the field labels that appear on Indian transcripts, together with the Serbian translations Lekhak’s AI produces. The table shows the English source, the Cyrillic script that Serbian institutions expect, and the Latin-script form for quick reading.

English	Serbian (Cyrillic)	Serbian (Latin)
Name	Име	Ime
Roll Number	Број ролне	Broj rolne
Date of Birth	Датум рођења	Datum rođenja
Subject	Предмет	Predmet
Marks Obtained	Остварени бодови	Ostvareni bodovi
Maximum Marks	Максимални бодови	Maksimalni bodovi
Grade	Оцена	Ocena
School Name	Назив школе	Naziv škole
Board Name	Назив одбора	Naziv odbora
Certificate Number	Број сертификата	Broj sertifikata

Why People Translate an Indian Transcript to Serbian

Indian students applying to universities in Serbia need their Class 10 or Class 12 marksheets in a language the institution recognises. Even when the programme is taught in English, the admissions office often asks for a Serbian version of the academic record. Beyond higher education, an English-to-Serbian translation helps with student visa applications where supporting documents must be submitted in Serbian, work-permit credential checks for professionals relocating to Serbia, and family members who need to understand the document for personal reasons. AI translation steps in at the preparation stage: you can review the Serbian rendering, confirm that subject names and grades read naturally, and share it with the university’s international office for informal feedback before committing to a certified version.

AI Translation vs Human-Certified Work: When Each Fits

Lekhak’s AI produces an instant, editable DOCX translation of your transcript. It is accurate enough for pre-application review, personal reference, and internal evaluation by an education counsellor. Many users run it past a university contact to see if a certified translation is even required. When the receiving institution or visa authority demands a translation that bears a translator’s signature and seal, often explicitly called a “certified translation”, the AI output is not sufficient. Lekhak does not offer certified, notarised, or sealed translations; those must come from a qualified human translator who stamps the document. If you are unsure, ask the Serbian university or the consulate directly. The AI version can serve as a draft that a certified translator later uses, which can reduce the time and cost of the official process.

What Lekhak’s AI Translation Produces

When you upload a scanned marksheet (PDF, JPG, PNG, or WebP) to Lekhak, the platform extracts the text using optical character recognition, translates the content from English to Serbian, and assembles a clean DOCX file. The output keeps the tabular layout, subject‑wise marks stay in columns, and section headings mirror the original. No translator’s seal, notarisation, or certificate of accuracy is added; the file is a straightforward translation. The whole process completes in minutes, not hours or days. You can download the DOCX immediately, open it in Word, and edit anything you like. Cost is based on the number of pages processed; see lekhak.app/pricing for current rates. The translation uses standard Serbian vocabulary suited to academic documents, as shown in the table above.

When You Need Notarisation, Apostille, or Embassy Attestation

If the Serbian authority requires an officially stamped translation, the path lies entirely outside Lekhak. Typically you need a certified human translator to notarise the translation, after which the document may need an apostille from the Ministry of External Affairs (since both India and Serbia are parties to the Hague Apostille Convention). The final step is attestation by the Embassy of Serbia in New Delhi. This chain of authentication is required only for official submissions, a student‑visa officer or a university’s enrolment committee will tell you whether it is mandatory. Lekhak does not arrange or provide any of these services; they remain a separate, parallel process you coordinate yourself.

How to Get a Duplicate of Your Original Transcript

If your SSLC or CBSE marksheet is lost or damaged, you can request a duplicate from the issuing board. For the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board, visit the KSEEB website and follow the instructions for duplicate marksheet applications; generally you need to submit a written application, a copy of an identity proof, and a prescribed fee. The board issues a certified duplicate that carries the same legal standing as the original. For CBSE, the Central Board of Secondary Education handles duplicate requests through its regional offices. Once you receive the fresh copy, you can scan it and upload it to Lekhak for an AI translation. Keep the original document safe, as both the translation and any subsequent certification work depend on a clear, intact source.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is an AI translation accepted by Serbian universities?

It depends on the university’s policy. Many institutions accept a simple translation for preliminary review, but formal enrolment often requires a certified translation. Always check with the admissions office before relying on an AI‑only version for final submission.

Do I need a notarised translation for a student visa application?

Serbian consulates may request a notarised translation of academic documents. An AI‑generated DOCX can help you prepare and understand the content, but for the visa interview you should confirm the specific requirements and, if needed, obtain a notarised translation from a certified translator separately.

Can Lekhak translate a handwritten marksheet?

Yes, if the handwriting is clear. The platform’s OCR handles printed and legible handwritten text. Faint or highly cursive writing may reduce accuracy. Upload the clearest scan you have; a digital copy from the board usually works best.

How long does AI translation take?

Most transcript translations are ready in under two minutes. After you upload the file, Lekhak processes the page and delivers a DOCX download link almost immediately. There is no queue and no waiting for a translator’s working hours.

What if my transcript has subject names in Kannada or Hindi alongside English?

Lekhak’s AI works with the primary language of the document. If the marksheet mixes English with a few words in Kannada or Hindi, the OCR will still capture them, and the English portions are translated to Serbian. Complex multi‑script documents may benefit from a quick visual check of the output.

Does Lekhak provide a hard copy with a translator’s seal?

No. Lekhak delivers only a digital DOCX file. There is no physical courier, no sealed envelope, and no translator’s stamp. If you need a hard copy bearing a seal, you must arrange that through a certified translation provider outside Lekhak.

Can I use Lekhak’s translation for a WES credential evaluation?

World Education Services usually requires a certified translation. An AI‑generated DOCX may help you preview what the translated record looks like, but the official evaluation will likely need a translator‑certified document. Check WES guidelines for your specific country‑pair.

What if the marksheet has a watermark or stamp?

The OCR engine processes watermarks and stamps as background graphics and does not convert them into text. The AI translation focuses on the readable content. The board logo, seal, and security patterns will not appear as translated elements in the DOCX.

Is my document data kept secure?

Lekhak encrypts files in transit and at rest. Uploaded documents are processed for translation and then removed from the active system after a limited period. No human reviewer reads your document; the AI pipeline handles everything automatically.

Can I edit the translated DOCX before I submit it?

Yes. The output is a standard Word document. You can open it, adjust the formatting, correct any term if needed, and insert additional fields. The file is fully editable, which makes it easy to personalise the translation for a specific university’s application form.