More test centres, examination in hybrid mode, timely availability of admit cards, scheduling breaks between exams held on the same day and moderate difficulty level in tests are among the initiatives outlined by the University Grants Commission to ensure smooth and hassle-free CUET-UG. Speaking to ANI, UGC chief M Jagadesh […]
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‘Unsatisfactory’, says UGC chairman on Jadavpur Varsity’s reply on ragging case
University Grants Commission Chairman on Monday said that the Jadavpur University has failed to give a satisfactory reply on the action it had taken in the recent death of a college student. “UGC has found that the second reply sent by Jadavpur University is unsatisfactory. UGC will soon be writing again […]
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UGC: NET/SET/SLET to be minimum criteria for direct recruitments to post of Assistant Professor in all Higher Education Institutions
The University Grants Commission (UGC) on Wednesday declared that NET/SET/SLET would be the minimum requirements for direct hiring to the position of assistant professor for all higher education institutions. According to the officials, the UGC in an official statement announced that the NET/SET/SLET would be the minimum prerequisites for the direct […]
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UGC to release draft guidelines, curriculum framework for environment education at undergraduate level
University Grant Commission (UGC) is all set to release Draft Guidelines and Curriculum Framework for Environment Education at the Undergraduate level soon. The UGC has underlined that out of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), six goals are directly linked to environmental protection and resource conservation. UGC Chairman M Jagadesh […]
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UGC notifies rules for setting up foreign educational campuses in India, invites suggestions
The University Grants Commission on Thursday notified the draft guidelines for establishing campuses of foreign higher educational institutions in the country in line with the NEP-2020 and invited suggestions and feedback from the public on the same. In line with the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020, the Guidelines on Internationalisation of Higher Education […]
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UGC directs heads of educational institutions to start engaging Professors of Practice
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has directed heads of educational institutions including vice-chancellors, directors, and principals to start engaging professional experts as “Professors of Practice”. In a letter to vice-chancellors/directors of all universities/institutions and the principals of all colleges, the UGC said that one of the recommendations of the National Education Policy […]
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UGC seeks detailed report on GD Goenka varsity tensions
The University Grants Commission (UGC) on Wednesday asked the GD Goenka University to take appropriate action on the issue relating to tensions between Nigerian and local students. UGC has also asked the university to ensure that such incidents are avoided in future “It has come to the notice of the UGC through media that there […]
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UGC directs higher educational institutions to appoint compliance officers for foreign students
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has written to all the ‘higher educational institutions’ (HEI) to appoint a compliance officer that would coordinate with the Foreigners Regional Registration Offices (FRROs). In wake of the large inflow of foreign students coming to India for education, the non-availability of a designated person to be contacted by Foreigners […]
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UGC secy ask VCs of Universities to commemorate year-long ‘Hyderabad Liberation Day’
As the Central government planned a year-long commemoration of ‘Hyderabad State Liberation’, Universities Grant Commission (UGC) Secretary Rajnish Jain on Tuesday asked the Vice-Chancellor of Universities and Principals of Colleges in the State of Telangana, and districts of Marathwada and Karnataka to participate in the celebration. The year-long commemoration of […]
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UGC approves draft guidelines for engaging ‘Professor of Practice’ in Universities, colleges
The University Grant Commission (UGC) has approved the draft guidelines for engaging ‘Professor of Practice’ in Universities and colleges, officials said on Tuesday. The decision came after the 560th meeting of the UGC and will be soon made public for feedback by stakeholders. The decision was taken as a measure to promote the National […]
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UGC asks universities to wait for CBSE results before starting admissions
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has asked universities to fix the last date for enrolment in undergraduate courses only after the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 results are declared. UGC Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar said that everyone needs to wait for CBSE results before commencing with their admission processes. Speaking to ANI, […]
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UGC India’s Twitter account hacked
The official Twitter account of the University Grants Commission (UGC) India was hacked on Sunday. Notably, this is the third prominent Twitter account that has been hacked in the past two days including the UP Chief Minister’s Office and the Indian Meteorological Department of India. The breach has come to […]
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UGC asks universities to complete admissions to 1st-year courses by Sept 30, start session by Oct 1
University Grants Commission (UGC) on Friday directed colleges that the admissions to first-year courses for the session 2021-22 should be completed no later than September 30 and the academic session must commence on October 1, 2021. UGC has issued guidelines on examinations and academic calendars in view of COVID-19 to all universities and colleges. Rajnish Jain, Secretary, UGC sent […]
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UGC asks Universities and colleges not to compel students into paying fees immediately
Higher education sector regulator UGC has asked universities and colleges to not compel students into paying fees immediately and look into individual cases sympathetically. In a letter to vice chancellors and principals, the UGC has said that it had received grievances from the students and parents stating that universities and […]
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Extend time limit for research, fellowship projects by 6 months: MP Guv to UGC
Madhya Pradesh Governor Lalji Tandon has asked University Grants Commission (UGC) to extend time limit of all the sponsored research and fellowship projects by six months as COVID-19 lockdown has affected activities in the varsities. “The COVID-19 lockdown has affected activities of universities. In such circumstances, to follow the determined […]