Union Minister for Education released the draft UGC (Minimum Qualifications for Appointment & Promotion of Teachers and Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education) Regulations, 2025.
The Draft UGC (Minimum Qualifications for Appointment & Promotion of Teachers and Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for the Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education) Regulations, 2025 will give flexibility to universities in appointing & promoting teachers and academic staff in their institutions.
The draft regulations and guidelines are available for public consultation, inviting comments, suggestions and feedback from stakeholders. The due date for public consultation is extended till February 28, 2025.
Draft Regulations:
Key Highlights of the Regulations
- Flexibility: Candidates can pursue teaching careers in subjects they qualify for with NET/SET, even if different from their previous degrees. Ph.D. specialisation will be prioritised.
- Promoting Indian Languages: The draft Regulations encourage the use of Indian languages in academic publications and degree programmes.
- Holistic Evaluation: It aims to eliminate score-based short-listing, focusing on a broader range of qualifications, including “Notable Contributions.”
- Diverse Talent Pool: Creates dedicated recruitment pathways for experts in arts, sports, and traditional disciplines.
- Inclusivity: Provides opportunities for accomplished sportspersons, including those with disabilities, to enter the teaching profession.
- Enhanced Governance: Revises the selection process for Vice-Chancellors with expanded eligibility criteria with transparency.
- Simplified Promotion Process: Streamlines the criteria for promotions, emphasising teaching, research output, and academic contributions.
- Focus on Professional Development: Encourages continuous learning and skill enhancement for teachers through faculty development programs.
- Enhanced Transparency and Accountability: Promotes transparent processes for recruitment, promotion, and addressing grievances.
