New Delhi: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has updated its official list of fake universities operating wideness the country. These institutions are not recognised under the UGC Act, and degrees they ribbon are not valid for higher education or government jobs, the regulator has warned. Students and parents have been urged to trammels university names thoughtfully surpassing admissions.
Which States Are on the Fake List?
According to the recent state-wise rundown of universities flagged by UGC as fake or not properly recognised, Delhi has the highest number of such institutions with 11, followed by Uttar Pradesh with 4. Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal have 2 each, while Maharashtra and Puducherry have one each. This list reflects institutions operating without legal validity to grant degrees.
Delhi - Is the Capital on Top?
- All India Institute of Public and Physical Health Sciences (AIIPHS), Delhi
- National Institute of Management Solution, Janakpuri
- Commercial University Ltd., Daryaganj
- United Nations University, Delhi
- Vocational University, Delhi
- ADR-Centric Juridical University, Rajendra Place
- Indian Institute of Science and Engineering, New Delhi
- Viswakarma Open University for Self-Employment, Sanjay Enclave
- Adhyatmik Vishwavidyalaya (Spiritual University), Rohini
- World Peace of United Nations University (WPUNU), Pitampura
- Institute of Management and Engineering, Kotla Mubarakpur
Uttar Pradesh - What's Included?
- Gandhi Hindi Vidyapith, Prayagraj
- Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose University (Open University), Aligarh
- Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad, Lucknow
- Mahamaya Technical University, Noida
Andhra Pradesh - Which Names Appear?
- Christ New Testament Deemed University
- Bible Open University of India, Visakhapatnam
West Bengal - What’s on Record?
- Indian Institute of Alternative Medicine, Kolkata
- Institute of Alternative Medicine and Research, Diamond Harbour Road
Maharashtra - One Entry
- Raja Arabic University, Nagpur
Puducherry - What's Listed?
- Sree Bodhi Academy of Higher Education, Puducherry
What Does UGC Say About These Listings?
The UGC has stressed that degrees or diplomas from these institutions are not valid for remoter studies, government jobs, or professional registrations. It has repeatedly warned students, parents and teachers to consult the official UGC website for the latest list of recognised universities surpassing seeking admission.
How Did These Lists Change Over Time?
This is not the first time UGC has flagged fake institutions. The regulator has published similar lists in recent years and plane shut lanugo some universities for false claims and non-compliance.
Applicants are well-considered to verify any institution’s UGC recognition status surpassing paying fees or enrolling.
