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The UGC draft regulations state that chancellors/visitors of state universities will constitute a three-member search-cum-selection committee to pick, not necessarily an academic, as vice-chancellors (V-C)
The draft guidelines were approved by the UGC in its meeting on November 13, 2024 (File Photo)
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has extended the last date for feedback on its draft guidelines till February 28. Earlier, the last day was set as February 5, 2025. “In view of requests received from stakeholders to extend the last date to submit feedback on the draft UGC Regulations 2025, UGC has now decided to extend the last date to February 28, 2025. Stakeholders can submit feedback on the draft regulations till 28/02/2025 at the following email address: draft-regulations@ugc.gov.in,” reads the official notice.
This announcement comes after a joint resolution was passed by Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Karnataka seeking immediate withdrawal of the draft UGC regulations 2025.
The UGC draft regulations state that chancellors/visitors of state universities will constitute a three-member search-cum-selection committee to pick, not necessarily an academic, as vice-chancellors (V-C). The chairman would be the governor’s nominee, and the two other members would be selected by the UGC chairman and the apex body of the university, interpreted as vice-chancellor, giving near complete control to governors, and consequently, to the central government in appointing the administrator of the university.
Several opposition-ruled states pointed out that the centre’s “unilateral” step will keep them completely out of the recruitment process.
The draft guidelines also introduced skill-based courses and micro-credentials in higher education institutions. “The skill-based courses/micro-credentials would provide an avenue for continuous professional development and personal growth, thereby fostering a mindset of adaptability and curiosity. Undertaking skill-based courses/micro-credentials has the potential to increase productivity at work, thereby supporting economic growth through a qualified workforce,” reads the official notice.
“These guidelines align with the objectives of the National Education Policy, 2020, which advocates moving from traditional, content-heavy learning methods to a more holistic approach, ultimately enhancing learning and employability,” the official notice had stated.
The draft guidelines were approved by the commission in its meeting on November 13, 2024.
