UGC Unveils Flexible Curriculum and Credit Framework for PG Programmes

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced a revamped curriculum and credit framework for postgraduate programmes, aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This new framework offers flexibility and mobility by allowing Indian universities to admit students twice a year and enabling students to opt out after the first year of a two-year programme. The framework is designed to cater to the evolving educational needs, providing diverse options such as one-year and two-year PG programmes, PG diplomas, and integrated five-year Bachelor’s/Master’s programmes.

UGC Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar emphasized that this initiative aims to provide students with more freedom and choice in their academic paths. “The framework, with no discipline-specific entry requirements, outlines the credits and academic structure for both one-year and two-year PG programmes. Flexibility and mobility are its key features,” Kumar stated.

The key aspects of the new PG curriculum framework include the ability to change disciplines, options for students to choose courses based on their interests, and flexible learning modes (offline, online, hybrid, and ODL). The framework also introduces the Academic Bank of Credits to facilitate mobility, credit transfer, and multiple entry and exit points in academic programmes.

Eligibility for PG programmes will be based on the completion of relevant undergraduate majors or minors, with admission criteria involving performance in UG courses or entrance examinations.

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This progressive move is expected to enhance student enrolment, reduce wait times, and align Indian higher education with global standards, fostering better international collaborations and student exchanges.

You can access the official circular here.