Dr Anil Kumar Yadav enters Limca Book of Records for the fourth time

<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify"><b><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">GANGTOK, :</span></b><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">Dr. Anil Kumar Yadav, a distinguished scholar has been recognized by the Limca Book of Records for the fourth time, solidifying his reputation as a "Degree Man" and an extraordinary achiever in lifelong learning.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">Dr. Anil Kumar Yadav, educated in Sikkim, is an Indian lifelong learner and academic record-holder who has earned national recognition in the Limca Book of Records for his extraordinary educational achievements, informs a press release. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">Specifically, Dr. Yadav has been featured in the Limca Book of Records for holding the record for the “Post Graduate Qualifications from Most Number of Universities” in India in multiple editions of the record book (2016, 2020–22, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.) till date for this achievement. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">He has accumulated an extraordinary number of degrees and diplomas—including undergraduate degrees, postgraduate degrees (e.g., Master’s and MBA), and a Ph.D.—from many universities across different Indian states and union territories. As of February 2026, he has obtained 239 academic qualifications. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">It includes 60 university qualifications from 28 universities across 20 States/UTs across India, 67 banking qualifications from the Indian Institute of Banking &amp; Finance (IIBF), 13 UGC-NET certificates, 65 Coursera Certificates and 34 other miscellaneous certifications.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">In addition to the Limca Book of Records, Dr. Yadav’s achievements have also been acknowledged by other record authorities such as the India Book of Records, Asia Book of Records, and Golden Book of World Records for various aspects of his educational accomplishments. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">In the Limca Book of Records 2026 edition, Dr Anil Kumar Yadav’s achievement has been classified under the World Record (WR) category for obtaining postgraduate qualifications from the greatest number of universities.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">The “WR” (World Record) classification used by Limca Book of Records signifies that the achievement is recognised at a global level within Limca’s official record framework, distinguishing it from national or regional records. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">It is pertinent to note that Guinness World Records does not currently accept or certify academic qualification–based records, such as the number of degrees or universities attended. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">Therefore, the absence of such achievements from Guinness listings is due to policy limitations of Guinness, and not due to any lack of merit or verification. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:justify"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">The Limca Book of Records is India’s most authoritative and widely accepted record book, recognised by academic institutions, government bodies, and media organisations. A World Record classification by Limca represents a legitimate, verifiable, and highly respected form of recognition, the release mentions.</span></p>

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