The University Grants Commission (UGC) has recently taken strict action against 54 private universities across India to fail to follow the public self-realization guidelines issued in June 2024. Despite repeated reminders through email and online meetings, these institutions did not submit the necessary information under Section 13 of the UGC Act, 1956, nor do they upode public self-dispenser details.
Emphasizing the importance of transparency, UGC Secretary Manish Joshi said, “Universities should ensure that all relevant information is easily accessible without registration or login to students and public.”
Latest update on UGC guidelines
UGC issued public self-realization guidelines for higher education institutions, 2024 on 10 June 2024. These guidelines are designed to increase transparency and accountability in private higher education institutions. Despite several reminder, these measures were ignored by 54 universities, indicating the UGC action.
The main updates include:
- Universities should maintain a completely functional website.
- Without the requirement of registration or login, all important information should be easily accessible on the home page.
- Websites should have a search option for smooth navigation.
- Institutions need to submit detailed information for inspection under Section 13 of the UGC Act, 1956.
- The soft copies of the documents should be presented in the prescribed format, duly verified by the registrar.
- Full formats and appendages should also be uploaded with a visual link on the home page on the university website.
What do UGC rules say
The UGC guidelines focus on the student’s access to public transparency and information. Rules clearly state that any information should be accessible without registration and a discovery facility should be included to help students efficiently navigate the website. Each higher education institute is expected to disclose important details:
- Governance and administrative structure
- Educational programs and courses
- Faculty detail
- Fee structure and admission processes
- Student aid services and grievances redressal system
List of 54 Private Universities
Madhya Pradesh proceeds with 10 default universities, followed by Gujarat 8, with Sikkim 5, and Uttarakhand 4. The entire list is broadcast by UGC, universities have been urged to take immediate corrective action.
Download 54 List of Private Universities Default State Private University
What is the decision of the university?
The UGC has officially declared these 54 private universities as defaulters. For notice, they need to submit missing information and update their websites with public self-evolution format. Regulators have become increasingly hardening with private institutions, issuing 23 notices in July to not appoint ombudsparson to universities. Non-transportation may lead to further action, including punishment or restrictions on new admissions.
Why does it matter to students
Transparency in higher education is important for students and parents. UGC guidelines ensure that stakeholders can reach about important information:
- Admission processes
- fee structure
- Program Description
- Faculty qualification
- Complaint solution system
what happens next?
The UGC has asked default universities to take immediate corrective measures. Officials have warned that failure to comply can result:
- Ban on new entry
- Regulator punishment
- Public disclosure of non-non-approval universities
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