The University Grants Commission has invite applications from appropriate Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs). The UGC invite HEIs to give them opportunity to apply for programmes in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online modes for the 2025-26 educational year.
UGC invite HEIs for application process
- Online application window: 13 March, 2025 to 3 April, 2025
- Last date for submission of hard copies: April 15, 2025
- Submission address: Joint Secretary, Distance Education Bureau, UGC, 35, Feroze Shah Road, New Delhi – 110001
HEIs willing to apply may login to the Distance Education Bureau (DEB) website to fill their application and pay the application fees
Application window open year round for HEIs
- Year-Round Submission after UGC invite HEIs
- The application window is open year-round for HEIs, which are
- Eligible to offer online programmes
- Category-I HEIs that can offer ODL programmes
- Scrutiny and approval process
UGC has made it clear that the submitting of the application isn’t always a guarantee of approval. All applications will be properly verified to ensure that they meet the UGC (ODL and Online Programmes) guidelines, 2020, and its amendments.
Institutions that are seeking to increase reach through distance and online training are required to follow UGC guidance and filled their applications before last date.
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