The Declaration of Value (DOV) is an official document issued by the Italian Consulate in India. It confirms that your academic qualifications from India are genuine and equivalent to Italian educational standards. It is required for all Indian students applying to study in Italy. The DOV covers your 10th, 12th, and Bachelor's degree certificates. You need to submit your original documents along with a fee to the Italian Consulate to get the DOV. It takes several weeks, so apply early.