Equivalence of degree obtained through ODL and Online mode with degree obtained through conventional mode
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University Grants Commission — Public Notice (August, 2022)
The Regulation 22 of the University Grants Commission (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020 stipulates as under;
“Equivalence of qualification acquired through Conventional or Open and Distance Learning and Online modes.– Degrees at undergraduate and postgraduate level in conformity with UGC notification on Specification of Degrees, 2014 and post graduate diplomas awarded through Open and Distance Learning mode and/or Online mode by Higher Educational Institutions, recognised by the Commission under these regulations, shall be treated as equivalent to the corresponding awards of the Degrees at undergraduate and postgraduate level and post graduate diplomas offered through conventional mode.”
This is for information of the general public, students and other stakeholders.
— Prof. Rajnish Jain, Secretary, University Grants Commission