UGC Revises Vice-Chancellor Selection Process
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued draft regulations to streamline the selection process for Vice-Chancellors in higher education. The new rules empower Chancellors to appoint three-member search-cum-selection committees, shifting control from state governments to eliminate political conflicts. The regulations promote transparency through all-India advertisements and mandate flexibility in faculty recruitment, allowing interdisciplinary transitions. They encourage academic contributions in Indian languages and offer relaxation in eligibility criteria for disadvantaged groups. Institutions not implementing the guidelines risk exclusion from UGC schemes. Stakeholders have 30 days to submit feedback, as these reforms aim to enhance inclusivity, autono
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