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UGC NET 2024 exam admit cards released, check for details

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released admit cards for the University Grants Commission (UGC)-NET 2004 exam scheduled for June 18 the exam. Read further on Dynamite News:

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PhD can be pursued directly after a 4-year bachelor's degrees and 75% marks: UGC

Students with four-year undergraduate degrees can now directly appear for NET and pursue PhD, according to University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman Jagadesh Kumar.

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TNGCT opposes UGC move to make NET as an entrance test for Ph.D programme

The Tamil Nadu Government Collegiate Teachers’ Association (TNGCTA) has opposed the University Grants Commission’s (UGC) move to make the National Eligibility Test (NET) as an entrance test for Ph. D programme

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Delay by Kuvempu University in declaring final semester results hits students keen on higher studies

All universities were told to follow the University Grants Commission’s (UGC) recommended matrix on credit structure. However, Kuvempu University formulated its own system for allotting credits, and got it approved by the Governor. Despite instructions from the Karnataka State Higher Education Council to revise the credit structure as per the…

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CM holds MPs’ meeting ahead of Parliament session

Thiruvananthapuram Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday held an online meeting with MPs from Kerala urging them to highlight various issues, particularly the financial crisis, affecting the State during the upcoming Parliament session. In the meeting, a unanimous decision emerged to raise issues in the Parliament related to the removal…

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‘Governor has no power to cosntitute search committees’

The former Anna University Vice-Chancellor, E. Balagurusamy, said Governor R.N. Ravi’s intention to include University Grants Commission’s (UGC) nominees in the search committees for selecting Vice-Chancellors of three universities may be good, but it could not be done “arbitrarily” by the Raj Bhavan.

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UGC chairman emphasises on learning in one's mother tongue, says it contributes to enhancing cognitive abilities

Learning in one's native language, particularly during the initial years of formal education, contributes significantly to enhancing children's cognitive abilities, said the University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman Prof. M. Jagadesh Kumar. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Will adhere to UGC norms and protect seniority while appointing Principals: Bindu

Higher Education Minister R. Bindu has said the government will adhere to the University Grants Commission (UGC) norms and protect seniority at the same time while making appointments to the vacant posts of Principals in government arts and science colleges

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UGC, National Testing Agency should immediately declare CUET-UG results: Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad

Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) demanded that University Grants Commission (UGC) and the National Testing Agency (NTA) should immediately declare results of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) - UG. Read further on Dynamite News:

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KAT directs govt. to uphold UGC norms for college Principals’ appointment

The Kerala Administrative Tribunal (KAT) has directed the State government to strictly adhere to the University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations while appointing college Principals.

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UGC NET 2023: Answer keys likely to be released today

University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar on Wednesday announced that the answer keys for National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) 2023 would be released on July 5 or 6. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Government’s attention drawn to V-C selection norms, says Governor

The Vice-Chancellor selection process has to be in consonance with the University Grants Commission (UGC) norms and regulations and the attention of the Tamil Nadu government has been drawn to these rules for early notification of the search committee, Governor-Chancellor R.N. Ravi said

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UGC chief urges students to utilise free online courses on Swayam portal

University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman Mamidala Jagadeesh Kumar on Tuesday emphasised the need to promote research activities in government degree colleges by encouraging both teachers and students to take active part in research work.

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Skill diversification critical in modern times, says former UGC chairman

Ved Prakash, former Chairman of University Grants Commission, said here on Saturday that education and skill diversification held the key to success in the modern world.

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UGC Extends Deadline To Submit Feedback On Foreign Universities

University Grants Commission on Monday announced the extension of the last date to receive comments, suggestions, and feedback on the setting up of campuses of foreign higher educational institutions in India to February 3. Read on for Details:

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UGC directs higher educational institutions to appoint compliance officers for foreign students

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has written to all the 'higher educational institutions' (HEI) to appoint a compliance officer that would coordinate with the Foreigners Regional Registration Offices (FRROs). Read more on Dynamite News

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CUET-UG results to be announced by 15 September

The results of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET)-UG will be announced by September 15, University Grants Commission Chairman Jagadesh Kumar said on Friday. Read more on Dynamite News:

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University Grants Commission to launch fellowships, research grants for single girl child, retired faculty on Teachers' Day

There are 100 slots available for this fellowship and selected candidates will be given ₹50,000 per month as part of the fellowship and ₹50,000 per annum as contingency

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CUET: Aspirants claim admit cards mention past dates for exam, NTA asks them not to panic

The students have been reaching out to the National Testing Agency and the University Grants Commission requesting for another chance to appear in the examination.

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Technical glitches mar fourth phase of CUET

The University Grants Commission said all the affected candidates will get a chance for a retest

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Cabinet clears Bill to curtail Chancellor’s power in VC selection

Bill likely to be tabled during Assembly session commencing August 22

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UGC to launch portal for online courses

The University Grants Commission, in collaboration with MeiTY, will launch a portal to offer undergraduate and postgraduate digital courses in eight languages for the benefit of rural students

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UGC, AICTE warn Indian students against going to Pakistan for higher studies

University Grants Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) advised Indian students not to travel to Pakistan for pursuing higher education while stating that such degrees wouldn't be recognised in India. Read more on Dynamite News:

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Higher Education Minister condemns announcement on CUET

Ponmudy urges the University Grants Commission to repeal the announcement

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Jagadesh Kumar appointed UGC chairman

JNU Vice Chancellor M Jagadesh Kumar has been appointed as Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC), officials said on Friday.

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