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UGC Initiates Biannual Admissions: Paving the Way for Flexibility or Fueling Faculty Concerns?

Ayanabha Banerjee | 13 June 2024 | The Mooknayak

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced a significant reform, permitting higher education institutions to conduct admissions twice a year. Previously, admissions were confined to the July-August period. However, with the recent decision by the UGC, institutions can now admit students in two cycles: January/February and July/August, starting from the upcoming academic session.

This change aims to offer greater flexibility for both institutions and students. It seeks to address various academic and logistical needs, potentially streamlining the admission process and alleviating pressure on infrastructure and faculty during peak periods…

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