NCERT Granted Deemed University Status to Enhance Educational Mandate
NCERT gets deemed university status, bringing school body under UGC framework
The Indian Express
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The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) in India has been designated as a 'deemed to be university' by the Ministry of Education, expanding its role beyond curriculum design to include academic programs and research. This change also subjects NCERT to the regulatory framework of the University Grants Commission (UGC).
- 01NCERT's new status allows it to launch doctoral and innovative academic programs.
- 02The transition places NCERT under the regulatory framework of the UGC.
- 03Concerns were raised about potential dilution of NCERT's academic autonomy.
- 04NCERT must comply with UGC norms for new courses and research activities.
- 05The institution is barred from engaging in commercial activities.
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The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), India's apex body for school education, has officially been granted 'deemed to be university' status by the Ministry of Education. This significant change, effective from March 30, 2023, allows NCERT to expand its mandate beyond just school curriculum design to include the launch of academic programs such as doctoral courses and innovative educational offerings. However, this transition raises concerns regarding the potential dilution of NCERT's autonomy, as faculty members previously warned that such a status could compromise its independence. Under the new framework, NCERT will be required to comply with the University Grants Commission (UGC) standards, including participation in national rankings and accreditation processes. The institution is also prohibited from engaging in any commercial activities. This development follows a lengthy application process initiated by NCERT, culminating in the approval of its compliance report by the UGC's expert committee earlier this year.
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The new status will enhance NCERT's capabilities to conduct research and offer advanced educational programs, potentially improving the quality of school education in India.
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