UGC Releases List of Fake Universities [Critical Alert for Students and Parents] ARUN GUPTA Blog Tue Jul 2024 0 Comments Every student and parent looks for the authentic university after class 12th for graduation. In the rush of admissions, many of them overlook an important step that is, ensuring university’s legitimacy. There are many such fake universities that provide invalid degrees by taking significant fees. To safeguard your future, the University Grants Commission(UGC) has released a list of fake universities.This blog is for every student and parent who is in search of the best university for graduation and post graduation. Let’s dive deep into the list of fake universities released by UGC and how to verify the authenticity of the university.UGC’s State-wise List of Fake UniversitiesIn a letter issued by the UGC to the State Government’s Department of Higher Education of India, it was highlighted that several institutions have been identified as fake universities. These institutions are not recognized under Section 2(f) or Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, and are engaged in the business of conferring degrees without proper authorization. Loading…This list of 21 institutions cheat students by awarding invalid degrees, leading to significant concerns about the integrity of higher education. Here’s the list of UGC’s state wise list of fake universities.StateName of UniversitiesMaharashtraRaja Arabic University, NagpurDelhiAll India Institute of Public & Physical Health Sciences (AIIPHS)DelhiCommercial University Ltd, Daryaganj, Delhi.DelhiUnited Nations University, DelhiDelhiVocational University. DelhiDelhiADR-Centric Juridical UniversityDelhiIndian Institute of Science and EngineeringDelhiVishwakarma Open University for Self EmploymentDelhiAdhyatmik Vishwavidyalaya (Spiritual University)PuducherrySree Bodhi Academy of Higher EducationKarnatakaBadaganvi Sarkar World Open University Education Society, Gokak, BelgaumKeralaSt. John’s University, KishanattamKeralaInternational Islamic University of Prophetic Medicine (IIUPM), Kunnamangalam, KozhikodeUttar PradeshGandhi Hindi Vidyapith, Prayag, AllahabadUttar PradeshNetaji Subhash Chandra Bose University (Open University), Achaltal, AligarhUttar PradeshBhartiya Shiksha Parishad, LucknowUttar PradeshMahamaya Technical University, NoidaWest BengalIndian Institute of Alternative Medicine, KolkataWest BengalInstitute of Alternative Medicine and Research, KolkataAndhra PradeshChrist New Testament Deemed University, Guntur, Andhra PradeshAndhra PradeshBible Open University of India, Visakhapatnam, Andhra PradeshHere’s a list of states and number of fake universities released by UGC in that state.StateNumber of Fake UniversitiesMaharashtra1Delhi8Uttar Pradesh4West Bengal2Andhra Pradesh2Kerala2Karnataka1Puducherry1Delhi has the highest number of fake universities, counting to 8. Along with Uttar Pradesh which has 4 identified fake universities.Steps to Verify University AuthenticityRecognizing fake universities is of utmost importance to avoid getting fake degrees, wasting time, money and, losing main opportunities in life. Here’s a list of steps to verify the authenticity of a university.Step 1: Visit the UGC Website Go to the UGC website [https://www.ugc.gov.in/]. Check the Higher Education Institutions(HEIs) section. See if your dream institution is listed in the list.UGC regularly updates this list to help students and parents to identify the authentic and legitimate institutions.Step 2: Check Accreditation Visit the university website and check whether the institution is accredited by the appropriate educational bodies. Accreditation is a process of recognizing a university's quality and legitimacy. It also ensures that the institution meets certain educational standards.Below is the official website of DY Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune. In the same way, you can check the accreditation of any university on their website.Step 3: Read and Get ReviewsCheck the reviews of that particular university from other websites, YouTube videos, etc. You can also ask someone in your network regarding the university. Hearing from Alumni and former students can provide valuable insights about a university's reputation and quality.Step 4: Check Accreditation Educational advisors like Edukyu can provide unbiased advice about all the universities and institutions. They can even guide you in checking the legitimacy of the university, taking admission, choosing the best specialisation and course.As a student and parent, it is crucial to follow these steps and check the legitimacy of any university before proceeding with the admission process.Choosing the university that helps in shaping your career is a pivotal decision. India has more than 1000+ universities, so be cautious while you choose a university. 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