The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a renewed appeal to Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) to implement its guidelines permitting students to pursue two academic programs simultaneously. Despite the issuance of these guidelines on April 13, 2022, and subsequent reminders, many institutions have yet to establish mechanisms to facilitate dual enrollment.
The UGC has highlighted that several students continue to face hurdles in enrolling for two programs due to institutional demands for migration certificates or school-leaving certificates. These requirements conflict with the essence of the guidelines, restricting students’ ability to pursue dual academic opportunities.
In letters dated September 30, 2022, and January 10, 2023, the UGC urged HEIs to amend their admission processes through their statutory bodies to align with these guidelines. However, over two years later, some universities remain non-compliant, undermining the initiative’s potential to enhance educational access and flexibility.
Acknowledging the delays, the UGC has once again requested HEIs to take necessary steps to establish supportive mechanisms. Institutions are urged to revise their admission protocols and ensure students can benefit from the opportunity to enroll in two academic programs concurrently without unnecessary procedural obstacles.
Additionally, the UGC has announced the opening of applications for the UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) December 2024.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has commenced the application process for the UGC NET December 2024 session. Candidates can apply through the official website (ugcnet.nta.ac.in) by December 10, 2024 (11:50 pm). The payment deadline is December 11, 2024 (11:50 pm).
Application Fee Structure
- General/Unreserved category: Rs 1,150
- General EWS and OBC-NCL: Rs 600
- SC, ST, PwD, and third gender: Rs 325
Important Dates
Application start date: November 21, 2024
Last date for application submission: December 10, 2024
Last date for fee payment: December 11, 2024
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official UGC NET website at ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
- Click on the link for “UGC-NET December-2024: Click Here to Register/Login.”
- Register as a new user by entering the required details.
- Log in with the system-generated credentials.
- Complete the application form and make the necessary payment.
- Submit the form and save a copy for future reference.
Examination Overview
- The UGC NET, a prestigious national-level exam, assesses eligibility for:
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professorship
- Assistant Professorship and PhD Admissions
PhD Admission only
The December 2024 session will feature a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format covering 85 subjects. Candidates are instructed to submit only one application form and adhere strictly to the guidelines outlined in the information bulletin to avoid disqualification.
Assistance for Applicants
For any queries, applicants can contact the NTA helplines at 011-40759000 or 011-69227700 or email [email protected]. Further updates are available on nta.ac.in and ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
