UGC warns students against fake universities

As the admission season approaches, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has cautioned students about fake and unaccredited educational institutions operating in India.

UGC has identified 27 such institutions in the last two years and has urged students to be wary of those that offer degrees in contravention of the UGC Act. Two recent examples of such institutions are the ‘Open International University for Alternative Medicines’ and the ‘National Board of Alternative Medicines’, which UGC declared to be in violation of the UGC Act.

Further, the body has advised students against taking admission in such institutions as their degrees will not be recognised for further education or jobs.

It is recommended that students and parents verify whether an educational institution is recognised with UGC before taking admission. This can be done through its official website.