UGC Allows Indian Universities to offer Admissions Twice a Year

12 June 2024 By Gaurav Kandari | admissify.com

The UGC has approved a game-changing policy allowing Indian universities to offer biannual admissions, starting from the next academic year, boosting enrollment and aligning with global practices.

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Admissions will now open in January/February and July/August, providing more opportunities for students who missed the initial cycle, and reducing wait times.

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Students benefit from minimized wait times, increased motivation, and potentially better employment opportunities with industries conducting campus recruitment twice annually.

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Universities align with global practices, improving international collaborations and student exchanges while contributing to India's goal of becoming a 'Global Study Destination'.

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The UGC's decision stems from the success of biannual admissions for ODL and Online modes, which led to nearly half a million additional enrollments.

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Industries gain access to a larger talent pool through biannual campus recruitment, meeting their talent requirements more effectively.

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The biannual admission policy aims to increase the Gross Enrolment Ratio and contribute to India's vision of becoming a global study hub, as envisioned in the NEP 2020.

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