New Delhi: The recent joint advisory released by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and University Grants Commission (UGC) has explicitly cautioned Indian students against enrolling in any college or educational institution in Pakistan. The advisory, with its stern tone, strongly advises students to refrain from seeking admission in any Pakistani educational institution due to concerns over the safety and security of Indian students in Pakistan.
Furthermore, the advisory highlights the current geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan, and the prevailing volatile situation in the region. It emphasizes that Indian students may face challenges in terms of their safety, well-being, and academic pursuits while studying in Pakistan, considering the strained bilateral relations between the two countries.
The AICTE and UGC have also urged Indian students and their parents to exercise utmost caution and diligence while choosing their study destinations and to give due consideration to the potential risks and challenges associated with studying in Pakistan. The advisory serves as a clear directive to Indian students to prioritize their safety and security while making decisions regarding their higher education.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has recently announced a significant update that has raised eyebrows among Indian students planning to study in Pakistan. According to the latest directive, Indian students who choose to pursue technical education, higher education, or any other course in Pakistan will face severe consequences when it comes to seeking admission for further studies or jobs in India.
This unique decision by the UGC marks a significant shift in policy, making it clear that Indian students opting for educational institutions in Pakistan will be ineligible for admission to any educational or employment opportunities in India. The UGC’s decision underscores the concerns over the quality and credibility of education in Pakistan, and the potential implications it may have on Indian students’ future prospects.
This bold move by the UGC sends a clear message to Indian students, cautioning them against considering Pakistan as a viable option for higher education. It highlights the UGC’s unwavering commitment to maintaining the standards of education and ensuring that Indian students receive quality education that aligns with the requirements of the Indian job market.
This latest development has triggered discussions and debates among education stakeholders, with some expressing support for the UGC’s decision, while others raising concerns about its potential impact on Indian students’ aspirations and choices. However, the UGC’s stance reflects its priority to safeguard the interests of Indian students and ensure that they make informed decisions about their educational pursuits.
Students warned against ‘fake’ institutions
As the college admissions season approaches, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a stern warning to students across India regarding unrecognised or ‘fake’ higher educational institutions operating in the country. In the past two years, the UGC has identified a staggering 27 such institutions that are not established as per the UGC Act but offer degrees in violation of the stated provisions.
This unique advisory from the UGC serves as a cautionary alert to students, urging them to be vigilant and thorough in verifying the authenticity and recognition status of educational institutions before seeking admission. The UGC’s efforts to identify and expose such ‘fake’ institutions reflect its commitment to safeguarding the interests of students and upholding the standards of higher education in India.
In a recent development, the UGC has uncovered two unrecognised institutions, namely the ‘Open International University for Alternative Medicines’ and the ‘National Board of Alternative Medicines’. These findings are expected to be followed by a fresh list of unrecognised institutions, underscoring the need for students to exercise caution and due diligence in choosing their educational institutions.
In addition to these recent cases, the UGC has previously issued similar notices against other institutions, such as the All India Institute of Public and Physical Health Science in Delhi. The UGC’s vigilant approach towards identifying and cautioning students against ‘self-styled’ institutes reflects its proactive stance in ensuring that students do not fall prey to fraudulent or unrecognised institutions.
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