The UGC has introduced exciting new rules, allowing students to get two degrees simultaneously from April 2025! If you want to combine regular class courses, mix online and offline learning, or even want to do two online programs together, these flexible options open doors for multi -script education. The UGC new 2025 policy also validate the dual degree already earned by following the university guidelines. This article breaks whatever you need to know – from checking eligible combinations and approval to smart degree pairing that promotes your career prospects, which helps you to avail maximum benefit of this groundbreaking opportunity.
UGC Dual Degree Policy 2025: Overview
| aspect | Main details |
|---|---|
| Effective policy from | 3 April 2025 (UGC notification) |
| Permissible combinations |
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| Exclusion | PhD with any other degree |
| Previous degree validity | If the degrees earned from pre -2025 are valid if:
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| Approval check | Only UGC-DEB recognized online/ODL programs are allowed |
| Download new policy | Download PDF |
What are the new UGC guidelines for dual degrees?
The revised guidelines offer students more options to combine various educational programs without restrictions. What you should know here:
- Possible with two full-time degrees-overs-ovulapping schedule: Students can now enroll in two full -time physical (regular) mode programs simultaneously.
- Regular + Online/Mixing of Permission for Reporting (ODL): Students can proceed: a full -time (physical) + one ODL/online degree or two ODL/online degrees simultaneously.
- Only UGC-recognized institute eligible: ODL/online programs should be introduced by UGC-approved or government recognized institutions. Degree from unfamiliar institutions will not be valid.
- No retrospective punishment for previous dual degrees: If a student has already chased two degrees simultaneously before these guidelines, then their merit will be valid if the previous UGC rules are followed.
- PhD students were not covered under these rules: Dual degree policy does not apply to PhD programs.
UGC’s new double degree rules: What has changed?
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has updated its policy to carry forward two educational programs simultaneously, which gives students more flexibility in their education journey. Main change? Your previous dual degree can now be valid!
| Old rule (before April 2025) | New Rules (Effective April 2025) |
|---|---|
| The dual degree was not followed before the UGC notification. | The first earned degrees are now valid if they follow the University/UGC rules at that time. |
| Strict No-Overlap Rules for two full-time physical programs. | The same rule continues: Two full -time degrees are allowed only when the square timing does not confront. |
| Only one full -time + an online/ODL degree is allowed. | Now allows two online/ODL degrees simultaneously. |
Why did UGC introduce these changes?
The UGC’s decision to allow dual degree is not just a small update – this is a strategic change in Indian higher education. Here this change matters:
- Implementation of NEP 2020 Vision: Changes directly implement the goal of creating a more flexible, multi -object education system of the National Education Policy. By allowing degrees simultaneously, UGC is breaking traditional obstacles between academic streams and promoting overall learning.
- Verification of last dual degree: Many students had already pursued two degrees simultaneously under university rules, only to face uncertainty about their validity. The revised guidelines now provide retrospective recognition to cases that protect students’ educational investments.
- The need for a student who develops: Today’s learners are looking for diverse skill sets to remain fast competitive. New rules accept this trend by enabling combinations such as engineering+management or science+art that enhance employment.
- Online/promoting distance learning: UGC is accelerating the mainstream of digital education, allowing two online degrees or an online program, and making quality programs accessible for widespread demographics.
- Adaptation of Education Efficiency: The policy allows students to protect time and resources by extending the supplementary degree concurrently, aligning with global best practices in higher education.
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