The University Grants Commission (UGC), the premier Indian body responsible for higher education, has released a list of Fake Universities in India. Students and parents should be cautious before applying to any university and thoroughly verify its legitimacy.
States with Identified Fake Universities in India
Delhi
- All India Institute of Public & Physical Health Sciences (AIIPHS)
- Commercial University Ltd.
- United Nations University
- Vocational University
- ADR-Centric Juridical University
- Indian Institute of Science and Engineering
- Viswakarma Open University for Self-Employment
- Adhyatmik Vishwavidyalaya (Spiritual University)
Uttar Pradesh
- Gandhi Hindi Vidyapith, Prayag, Allahabad
- Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose University (Open University), Achaltal, Aligarh
- Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad, Lucknow
- Mahamaya Technical University, Noida
Maharashtra
- Raja Arabic University, Nagpur
Kerala
- St. John’s University, Kishanattam
- International Islamic University of Prophetic Medicine (IIUPM), Kunnamangalam, Kozhikode
West Bengal
- Indian Institute of Alternative Medicine, Kolkata
- Institute of Alternative Medicine and Research, Kolkata
Puducherry
- Sree Bodhi Academy of Higher Education
Karnataka
- Badaganvi Sarkar World Open University Education Society, Gokak, Belgaum
Kerala
- St. John’s University, Kishanattam
- International Islamic University of Prophetic Medicine (IIUPM), Kunnamangalam, Kozhikode
How to Find Fake Universities in India
- Verify Through UGC List: Students can access the UGC’s official list [link to UGC list here] to check the university’s legitimacy.
- Official Website Check: Ensure the university has a professional website with proper contact details and affiliation information.
- Cross-reference with Regulatory Bodies: Verify the university’s recognition by relevant bodies like AICTE (technical education) or MCI (medical education).
By following these steps and referencing the UGC list, students can make informed decisions about their educational pursuits and avoid the trap of fake universities.
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