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UGC Finalizes Framework for Recognizing Foreign Academic Qualifications in India

The new regulations introduce a technology-driven process with an online portal and expert committees to ensure timely and transparent recognition of foreign degrees.

The “University Grants Commission (Recognition and Grant of Equivalence to Qualifications obtained from Foreign Educational Institutions) Regulations, 2025”, notified in the Gazette of India on Friday, establishes a standardised framework for recognising foreign degrees through an online portal. (HT Photo)
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Overview

  • The University Grants Commission (UGC) has officially announced regulations to streamline the recognition of foreign academic qualifications, effective immediately.
  • A dedicated online portal will allow students to apply for equivalence certificates, with decisions expected within 15 working days.
  • The framework excludes professional qualifications in fields like medicine, law, and architecture, which remain governed by statutory councils.
  • The regulations prohibit recognition of franchise-based degrees and require foreign qualifications to meet specific academic criteria, including program length and credit hours.
  • Finalized after extensive public feedback since 2023, the reforms align with the National Education Policy 2020's vision of positioning India as a global education hub.