UGC bans three universities from offering PhD programs for the next five years: Here is why – Times of India

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has barred three universities in Rajasthan from admitting students into their PhD programs for the next five years. This decision, effective from the academic year 2025-26 through 2029-30. The UGC’s action follows findings by a standing committee tasked with evaluating compliance with UGC Ph.D. Regulations and academic norms.
According to a public notice, the standing committee conducted a detailed analysis of the data and information provided by these universities.

It was determined that they failed to adhere to established guidelines and procedures for awarding PhD degrees. Despite being given an opportunity to clarify the discrepancies, the universities’ responses were deemed unsatisfactory. Based on the committee’s recommendations, the UGC concluded that these institutions should be debarred from enrolling PhD scholars for the next five years. The universities that have been debarred are, OPJS University in Churu, Sunrise University in Alwar, and Singhania University in Jhunjhunu.
The affected universities have been formally notified and instructed to immediately cease PhD admissions.
Highlighting the importance of maintaining rigorous academic standards, UGC Chairman M. Jagadesh Kumar remarked, “Universities should be committed to maintaining the highest standards in PhD programmes. UGC will take appropriate action against institutions that fail to follow UGC’s PhD regulations. We are also in the process of checking the quality of PhD programs in a few other universities. If they are found to violate the PhD regulations, action will be taken against them too. It is necessary to single out such erring institutions and prevent them from admitting PhD students. We should ensure that the integrity and global reputation of Indian higher education remain uncompromised.”
Check the official notice below