UGC circulates the list of SWAYAM courses

To disseminate information about the available SWAYAM Courses to faculty members and students, and to explore credit transfer opportunities, ensuring the implementation of necessary mechanisms for recognizing SWAYAM Courses within your academic framework, an online meeting chaired by Chairman, UGC is scheduled for 08.02.2024 from 11:00AM. the meeting link will be shared via email to all colleges.

UGC Public Notice announcing that students can be admitted to an M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology and M.Phil in Psychiatric Social Work programmes by HEIS till 2025-26 academic session

UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. degree) Regulations 2022, notified on 7th November 2022, discontinued M.Phil. programme in accordance with the recommendation of the National Education Policy 2020. Considering the vital role played by Clinical Psychologists and Psychiatric Social Workers in delivering mental health services, the UGC has decided to extend the validity of M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology and M.Phil in Psychiatric Social Work till 2025-26 academic session only, in partial relaxation to the above Regulations.

NMC Issues New Clarifications On AEBAS Implementation In Medical Colleges

The NMC reiterates that it has not mandated the purchase of attendance machines from any specific vendor. The responsibility for procuring AEBAS compliant machines rests with the respective medical colleges. All users, including those facing issues with fingerprint recognition, are encouraged to utilize the face-based Biometric Attendance System (BAS).

Online registrations for Yuva Sangam (Phase IV) commence for participation

Interested youth in the age group of 18-30 years, mainly students, NSS/ NYKS volunteers, employed/self-employed persons, etc. may register through the YUVA SANGAM portal to participate in the forthcoming Phase of this unique initiative which was launched in 2023. Registrations will be accepted till 04th February 2024.

NMC & DCI Apprise Institutions Of “Pariksha Pe Charcha 2024”

The event will witness the Prime Minister engaging with approximately 1,200 students, along with teachers and parents, addressing various aspects of academic life, examination stress, and overall well-being. The event is scheduled to take place at Bharat Nidhi Bhavan, Pragati Maidan II, New Delhi, on January 29, 2024.

NMC Invites Stakeholder Feedback on National Exit Test (NExT) Implementation

The NExT aims to streamline the assessment process for medical graduates, providing a standardized platform for evaluating their skills and knowledge. To ensure comprehensive and inclusive feedback, all concerned stakeholders are requested to submit their opinions through the designated feedback form. The form must be completed by no later than February 7, 2023.

Maharashtra Private Universities (Establishment and Regulation) Act, 2023

The Maharashtra Private Universities (Establishment and Regulation) Act, 2023 aims to unify, consolidate, and amend laws related to self-financed private universities in the state, providing for their establishment, incorporation, and regulation to advance higher education and address the development needs of the state, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and promoting inclusivity and diversity.

Date Declared For NEET-MDS 2024 Examination

The Dental Council of India (DCI) has that the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Master of Dental Surgery (NEET-MDS) will take place on 18th March 2024. Candidates are advised to stay updated with official notifications and guidelines provided by the examination authorities.