The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a formal notice to 54 state private universities across India for failing to comply with regulations under Section 13 of the UGC Act, 1956, and for not uploading required public self-disclosure information on their official websites.
The notice refers to the Public Self-Disclosure by Higher Education Institutions, 2024 guidelines issued by the UGC on June 10, 2024.
These guidelines require universities to maintain functional websites where key information is accessible to the public without the need for login or registration.
Universities were directed to submit detailed data along with attested documents through their registrar’s office.
They were also required to upload this information on their website with a link on the home page to ensure transparency for students, parents, and other stakeholders.
Despite repeated reminders through emails and online meetings, 54 state private universities have not complied with the requirements. The UGC’s latest action underscores growing concerns about transparency and accountability in higher education.
The list includes universities from states such as Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal.
FULL LIST OF THE COLLEGES
| State | Non-Compliant Universities | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Assam | Krishnaguru Adhyatmik Vishwavidyalaya | 1 |
| Bihar | Amity University, Dr. C.V. Raman University, Sandip University | 3 |
| Chhattisgarh | Anjaneya University, Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, Maharishi University of Management and Technology | 3 |
| Goa | The National International University of Legal Education and Research | 1 |
| Gujarat | Gandhinagar University, J.G. University, K.N University, M.K. University, Plastindia International University, Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Team Lease Skills University, Transstadia University | 8 |
| Haryana | NILM University | 1 |
| Jharkhand | Amity University, AISECT University, Capital University, Sai Nath University | 4 |
| Karnataka | Sri Jagadhguru Murugarajendra University | 1 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Azim Premji University, Aryavart University, Dr. Preeti Global University, Gayvaner University, J.N.C.T Professional University, LNCT Vidyapeeth University, Makahausal University, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Vedic Vishwavidyalaya, Mansarovar Global University, Shubham University | 10 |
| Maharashtra | Alard University, Dr. D.Y. Patil Dnyan Prasad University | 2 |
| Manipur | Alian International University, Bir Tikendrajit University, Manipur International University | 3 |
| Punjab | Amity University | 1 |
| Rajasthan | OPJS University | 1 |
| Sikkim | Medhavi Skills University, Sikkim Alpine University, Sikkim Global Technical University, Sikkim International University, Sikkim Skill University | 5 |
| Tripura | Techno India University | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agrawan Heritage University, F.S. University, Major S.D. Singh University, Monad University | 4 |
| Uttarakhand | Maya Devi University, Mind Power University, Smt. Manjra Devi University, Surajmal University | 4 |
| West Bengal | Swami Vivekananda University | 1 |
| Total | 54 |
These institutions include some that are well-known within their states for offering specialised courses and professional degrees.
Failure to provide this information undermines public trust and raises questions about governance within these universities.
The self-disclosure guidelines were introduced to strengthen accountability, improve access to information, and allow stakeholders to assess the performance and quality of institutions.
Experts say such compliance is crucial not only for regulatory purposes but also for students making informed choices.
Transparency in matters such as faculty strength, academic programmes, infrastructure, research activities, and financial details is vital for a healthy higher education ecosystem.
The UGC has made it clear that continued non-compliance could lead to further action, including regulatory scrutiny and possible sanctions.
The latest move reflects a growing effort by regulatory bodies to ensure higher education institutions adhere to transparency norms and maintain public accountability.
This development may prompt other universities to review their compliance and reinforce systems for public disclosure in line with UGC regulations.
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