UGC INDIA

"NEP SAARTHI Corner" UGC-NEP SAARTHIs leading various initiatives at Guru Nanak Dev University, Punjab; Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Punjab; Jagat Guru Nanak Dev Punjab State Open University, Punjab; Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Rajasthan Ayurved University, Rajasthan; Poornima Institute of Engineering & Technology, Rajasthan; Madhav University, Rajasthan; University of Engineering & Management, Rajasthan; Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh; Krishna University, Andhra Pradesh; Madanapalle Institute of Technology & Science, Andhra Pradesh; Shri Gnanambica Degree College, Andhra Pradesh and SRKR Engineering College, Andhra Pradesh. Watch this space every Sunday to learn more about how our Student Ambassadors are spreading awareness about NEP 2020! #NEP2020 #NEP_SAARTHI #StudentAmbassadors

📸 Snippets from the Financial Awareness Session at UGC Head Office The University Grants Commission, in collaboration with IP Estate Post Office, New Delhi, organised a Financial Awareness Session on Postal Life Insurance (PLI), Rural Postal Life Insurance (RPLI) and Post Office Savings Bank (POSB) schemes at the UGC Head Office, New Delhi, on 4 November 2026. The session was aimed to familiarise participants with postal insurance and savings schemes. #FinancialAwareness #PostalLifeInsurance #RPLI #POSB #FinancialLiteracy

हिंदी पखवाड़ा–2026 का भव्य समापन समारोह विश्वविद्यालय अनुदान आयोग में दिनांक 30 अक्टूबर, 2026 को हिंदी पखवाड़ा–2026 का समापन समारोह हर्षोल्लास एवं उत्साह के साथ आयोजित किया गया। इस अवसर पर माननीय श्री सुदीप सिंह जैन, वित्तीय सलाहकार, संयुक्त सचिवगण, अन्य वरिष्ठ अधिकारी एवं कर्मचारी उपस्थित रहे। कार्यक्रम में आमंत्रित सुप्रसिद्ध कवयित्रियों सुश्री प्रियंका राय ‘ओमनंदिनी’ एवं सुश्री कल्पना शुक्ला ने अपनी शानदार काव्य प्रस्तुतियों और रोचक अंदाज से सभी का मन मोह लिया तथा कार्यक्रम को यादगार बना दिया। समारोह के दौरान हिंदी पखवाड़े के अंतर्गत आयोजित विभिन्न प्रतियोगिताओं के विजेताओं को प्रमाण-पत्र प्रदान कर सम्मानित किया गया। इस सफल आयोजन में सहयोग देने वाले राजभाषा अनुभाग, तकनीकी टीम एवं मीडिया प्रकोष्ठ के सभी अधिकारियों एवं कर्मचारियों का हार्दिक आभार। हिंदी का सम्मान, हम सबका अभिमान! #हिंदीपखवाड़ा #हिंदीपखवाड़ा2026 #राजभाषा #UGC #HindiPakhwada #OfficialLanguage #HindiDiwas

"NEP SAARTHI Corner" UGC-NEP SAARTHIs leading various initiatives at The Northcap University, Haryana; World University of Design, Haryana; A P Goyal Shimla University, Himachal Pradesh; Baddi University of Emerging Sciences & Technology, Himachal Pradesh; Central University of Himachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh; Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh; Jaypee University of Information Technology, Himachal Pradesh; GNA University, Punjab; Maharaja Agrasen University, Himachal Pradesh; Cluster University of Jammu, Jammu; Model Institute of Engg. & Technology, Jammu and DAV University, Punjab. Watch this space every Sunday to learn more about how our Student Ambassadors are spreading awareness about NEP 2020! #NEP2020 #NEP_SAARTHI #StudentAmbassadors

📸 Glimpses of the Lecture on “Preventive Vigilance” A lecture on “Preventive Vigilance” was delivered by Ms. Parul Gupta, ICAS, Director, Central Vigilance Commission, as part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 at UGC Head Office, New Delhi. The session highlighted the importance of preventive measures, transparency, accountability and ethical practices in promoting integrity in public administration. It also emphasised the role of vigilance awareness in strengthening good governance and preventing corruption. #VigilanceAwarenessWeek2026 #PreventiveVigilance #CentralVigilanceCommission #Integrity #Transparency

🌱 BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week (BSLW) 2026 under Mission LiFE UGC requests Higher Educational Institutions to actively participate in BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week (BSLW) 2026 and undertake activities to promote sustainable lifestyles in alignment with the objectives of Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment). 🔗For details, read: ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/6275096_C…

Rashtriya Ekta Diwas – National Unity Day 2026 UGC requests Higher Educational Institutions to observe Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, commemorating his contribution to national unity and integrity. 🔗 Read the UGC Letter: ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/7942181_R…

✍️ Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 | Slogan Writing Competition As part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, participants expressed their thoughts on integrity, transparency and accountability through impactful slogans promoting ethical practices in public service. #VigilanceAwarenessWeek2026 #SloganWritingCompetition #Integrity #Transparency #Ethics

📺 Snippets from the UGC–CHETNA Lecture Series on “Cybercrime Uncovered: Threats, Prevention & Response” As part of National Cyber Security Awareness Month, the lecture highlighted common cyber threats, including investment scams, digital arrest frauds and identity theft. Shri Nishant Kumar, Director, Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C), Ministry of Home Affairs, discussed preventive measures, the importance of public awareness, and the role of the 1930 cybercrime helpline in reporting financial fraud and seeking timely assistance. ▶️ Watch the session: youtube.com/live/3rZqm8wUCd4 #CHETNA #CyberSecurityAwareness #CyberCrime #CyberSafety #I4C

University Grants Commission mourns the sad demise of Prof. Sachidananda Mohanty, Hon’ble Member, UGC, who passed away on 27 October 2026 at Shimla. A distinguished academician, scholar, and author, Prof. Mohanty made significant contributions to higher education, research, literature and cultural studies. His passing is an irreparable loss to the academic community. UGC extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and stands with them in this hour of grief. May the departed soul rest in eternal peace.

📝 Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 As part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, an essay-writing competition was organised at the UGC Head Office, New Delhi, to promote awareness about integrity, transparency, and ethical practices in public service. #VigilanceAwarenessWeek2026 #Integrity #Ethics #Transparency #PublicService

Glimpses of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 As part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, the Hon’ble Secretary, UGC, administered the Integrity Pledge at the UGC Head Office, New Delhi. Officers and staff members at the UGC Head Office, 35 Ferozeshah Road, and South Campus also took the pledge, reaffirming their commitment to integrity, transparency, accountability, and ethical practices in public service. #VigilanceAwarenessWeek2026 #IntegrityPledge #Integrity #Transparency #PublicService

Live | UGC–CHETNA Series on Cyber Crime Uncovered: Threats, Prevention & Response teapaw.org/i/broadcasts/1jGXgBrpv…

🔴 Live | UGC–CHETNA Lecture Series on Cybercrime Uncovered: Threats, Prevention & Response Join the UGC–CHETNA Lecture Series, organised as part of the observance of National Cyber Security Awareness Month, featuring an insightful session on cybercrime, its threats, prevention, and response. 🗓️ Date: 27 October 2026 (Tuesday) ⌛ Time: 10:30 AM Read the UGC letter: ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/6125470_L… 📺 Watch LIVE on UGC’s social media handles. #CHETNA #CyberSecurityAwareness #CyberCrime #CyberSafety #NationalCyberSecurityAwarenessMonth

"NEP SAARTHI Corner" UGC-NEP SAARTHIs leading various initiatives at North Eastern Regional Institute of Science & Technology, Arunachal Pradesh; The National Law University of Meghalaya, Meghalaya; William Carey University, Meghalaya; Techno India University, Tripura; BML Munjal University, Haryana; Ch. Devi Lal University, Haryana; IILM University, Haryana; Maharana Pratap Horticultural University, Haryana; Om Sterling Global University, Haryana; SGT University, Haryana; Starex University, Haryana; and SRM University, Haryana. Watch this space every Sunday to learn more about how our Student Ambassadors are spreading awareness about NEP 2020! #NEP2020 #NEP_SAARTHI #StudentAmbassadors

Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 UGC requests Higher Educational Institutions to observe Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 from 26 October to 1 November 2026 on the theme “Probity for Prosperity” (सत्यनिष्ठा से समृद्धि). 📅 Vigilance Awareness Week: 26 October – 1 November 2026 🔗 Read the UGC Letter: ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/0192052_V…

Jago Grahak Jago Quiz 2026 UGC requests Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) to widely publicise the Jago Grahak Jago Quiz 2026 among students, youth and other stakeholders, and encourage maximum participation. The quiz aims to raise awareness about consumer rights, responsibilities, fair trade practices, grievance redressal mechanisms and consumer protection measures. 📅 Last Date to Participate: 30 October 2026 🔗 Participate in the Quiz: quiz.mygov.in/quiz/jago-grah… 🔗 Read the UGC Letter: ugc.gov.in/pdfnews/6923757_J…

"NEP SAARTHI Corner" UGC-NEP SAARTHIs leading various initiatives at Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Chhattisgarh; Dr. C.V. Raman University, Madhya Pradesh; P.K. University, Madhya Pradesh; People's University, Madhya Pradesh; Amity University, Uttar Pradesh; Bennett University, Uttar Pradesh; IILM University, Uttar Pradesh; IIMT University, Uttar Pradesh; Jaypee University Anoopshahr, Uttar Pradesh; NIET, Uttar Pradesh; Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences, Uttar Pradesh; and Varun Arjun University, Uttar Pradesh. Watch this space every Sunday to learn more about how our Student Ambassadors are spreading awareness about NEP 2020! #NEP2020 #NEP_SAARTHI #StudentAmbassadors

Glimpses of the meeting on the Digital Agriculture Mission held at the UGC Head Office, New Delhi with Director, IIT Ropar,Centre of Excellence in AI for Agriculture; representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and UGC officials. The meeting explored opportunities to leverage AgriStack data by Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) to promote research, AI-driven innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. #AgriStack #DigitalAgriculture #HigherEducation #AIforAgriculture