Fake Universities Listed by UGC: Delhi Tops the List, Students Asked to Stay Alert

New Delhi: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has updated its official list of fake universities operating across the country. These institutions are not recognised under the UGC Act, and degrees they award are not valid for higher education or government jobs, the regulator has warned. Students and parents have been urged to check university names carefully before admissions.

Which States Are on the Fake List?

According to the recent state-wise rundown of universities flagged by UGC as fake or not properly recognised, Delhi has the highest number of such institutions with 11, followed by Uttar Pradesh with 4. Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal have 2 each, while Maharashtra and Puducherry have one each. This list reflects institutions operating without legal authority to grant degrees.

Delhi - Is the Capital on Top?

• All India Institute of Public and Physical Health Sciences (AIIPHS), Delhi
• National Institute of Management Solution, Janakpuri
• Commercial University Ltd., Daryaganj
• United Nations University, Delhi
• Vocational University, Delhi
• ADR-Centric Juridical University, Rajendra Place
• Indian Institute of Science and Engineering, New Delhi
• Viswakarma Open University for Self-Employment, Sanjay Enclave
• Adhyatmik Vishwavidyalaya (Spiritual University), Rohini
• World Peace of United Nations University (WPUNU), Pitampura
• Institute of Management and Engineering, Kotla Mubarakpur

Uttar Pradesh - What's Included?

• Gandhi Hindi Vidyapith, Prayagraj
• Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose University (Open University), Aligarh
• Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad, Lucknow
• Mahamaya Technical University, Noida

Andhra Pradesh - Which Names Appear?

• Christ New Testament Deemed University
• Bible Open University of India, Visakhapatnam

West Bengal - What’s on Record?

• Indian Institute of Alternative Medicine, Kolkata
• Institute of Alternative Medicine and Research, Diamond Harbour Road

Maharashtra - One Entry

• Raja Arabic University, Nagpur

Puducherry - What's Listed?

• Sree Bodhi Academy of Higher Education, Puducherry

What Does UGC Say About These Listings?

The UGC has stressed that degrees or diplomas from these institutions are not valid for further studies, government jobs, or professional registrations. It has repeatedly warned students, parents and teachers to consult the official UGC website for the latest list of recognised universities before seeking admission.

How Did These Lists Change Over Time?

This is not the first time UGC has flagged fake institutions. The regulator has published similar lists in recent years and even shut down some universities for false claims and non-compliance.

Applicants are advised to verify any institution’s UGC recognition status before paying fees or enrolling.