see you can search on google to check if these are real universities or fake. But tell you HR friend that even if they are fake or true certificates the decision can be taken after interviewing the person. Or else ask the candidates to attest the certificates from their respected education council and send it .. simple.. ok.. hope i helped u.. Its better to wait for a day more rather than deciding on some ones carrier but simply putting his certificates in the dustbin. u tried to help ur HR friend. but try a different way.