UGC's 2024 Draft Regulations: Biannual Admissions, Dual Degrees & More Flexible Learning Paths

The University Grants Commission has announced the Draft UGC Regulations 2024, marking a significant shift towards a more flexible, inclusive, and multidisciplinary higher education system in India. Major Changes In the Draft UGC Regulations 2024 - Higher Education Institutions that are prepared to manage biannual admissions can admit students twice a year—once in July/August and again in January/February. A Vision For The Future Of Indian Higher Education The UGC Chairman, M. Jagadesh Kumar, reflected on the far-reaching implications of these changes: "These regulations are designed to provide more freedom to institutions and students, ensuring that the higher education system becomes more responsive to the dynamic needs of learners. By removing rigid boundaries between disciplines and introducing options like biannual admissions and dual-degree programs, we are making Indian higher education more inclusive and aligned with global best practices."