UGC permits two-yearly admissions cycles for Indian universities
According to UGC director Jagadesh Kumar, Indian universities and higher education institutions will now be able to admit students twice a year, just like international universities, with permission from the University Grants Commission.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has agreed to permit higher education institutions to admit students twice a year, effective with the upcoming academic year, marking a significant departure in policy. Admissions will now be available in July-August and January-February, giving applicants who missed the first cycle owing to personal, medical, or board result delays more options.
Biannual admissions, according to UGC Chairman Professor Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar, will help students by shortening the enrolment wait period and boosting their motivation. Additionally, it makes it possible for businesses to recruit graduates on campuses twice a year, which improves job prospects.
Before, the UGC allowed admissions for online and Open and Distance Learning (ODL) every two years, which led to around 5,00,000 more students enrolling. The UGC expanded the strategy to include regular mode programs in response to this success.
This adjustment brings Indian universities into line with international standards, which could enhance cross-border cooperation and student exchanges. It is not necessary for HEIs to offer biennial admissions, nevertheless, and their policies must be changed to reflect this method.
It is anticipated that biannual admissions will raise the Gender Enrolment Ratio and help India become a "Global Study Destination," as the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 envisions.
Indian universities can now admit students in July/August and January/February. This is similar to how universities in other countries operate.
This change allows more flexibility for students.
Yes, there were already two admission cycles for online and distance learning programs. The success of that program led to this change for regular programs as well.
No, universities can decide if they want to offer admissions twice a year. They will need to update their policies if they choose to do so.
This change is expected to increase the number of students enrolled in universities, especially women. It may also make India a more attractive destination for international students.
