List of Fake Universities in India 2024 by UGC (New List)

Sakunth Kumar

Updated On: March 13, 2024 12:28 pm IST

There are 21 fake universities in India that have been identified by the University Grants Commission (UGC). Check out the list of fake universities in India by UGC 2024.

List of Fake Universities in India 2023 by UGC (New List)

List of Fake Universities in India is released by UGC every year to warn students to not pursue degree courses from certain fraudulent institutions. The University Grants Commission (UGC) is the nodal regulator of higher education in the country that keeps a check on the quality of the universities across the country. The UGC has released a list of 20 fake universities and also found 2 more in violation of norms. The universities have been declared fake on the basis of the complaints issued by the students, their parents, the general public, and electronic print media.

Apart from the 20 fake universities, 2 more institutes - Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad in Lucknow and the Indian Institute of Planning and Management in New Delhi have been found in violation of the UGC Act, 1956. The matters of these 2 universities are sub-judice in the court. According to the UGC Act 1956, universities can award degrees only if they are established under the central, provincial, or state Act. Deemed institutes established under Section 3 of the UGC Act are only eligible to award degrees. On the other hand, institutions that are specifically empowered by an Act of Parliament are eligible to confer degrees to students. Check out the list of fake universities in India in 2024 and more in the article below.

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What is a Fake University?

The University Grants Commission has been able to list fake universities in India that had been functioning without approval due to its rigorous approach and work in this field. These universities neither have the required recognition nor the degrees awarded by them are considered valid. As per Section 23 of the UGC Act, no institute must include the name ‘University’ unless established under a central/ state/ provincial act (or) as per the process mentioned above. After a detailed inspection and survey, UGC figured out self-styled and unrecognized institutions that are functioning in contravention of the UGC Act in different parts of the country. Show cause and warning notices are issued to these institutes awarding invalid degrees in violation of the UGC Act, 1956."

List of Fake Universities in India 2024

Refer below to find the complete list of fake universities in India in 2024 up to the month of December 2023.

State

University

City

Delhi 

All India Institute of Public & Physical Health Sciences 

Alipur

Commercial University Ltd.

Daryaganj

United Nations University

Delhi

Vocational University

Delhi

ADR-Centric Juridical University

New Delhi

Indian Institution of Science and Engineering

New Delhi

Viswakarma Open University for Self-Employment

New Delhi

Adhyatmik Vishwavidyalaya (Spiritual University)

Delhi

Uttar Pradesh

Gandhi Hindi Vidyapith

Prayag

Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad, Bharat Bhawan, Matiyari Chinhat, Faiza Road

Lucknow

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Open University

Aligarh

Mahamaya Technical University

Noida

Puducherry

Sree Bodhi Academy of Higher Education

Puducherry

Odisha

Nababharat Shiksha Parishad

Rourkela

North Orissa University of Agriculture & Technology

Baripada

West Bengal

Indian Institute of Alternative Medicine

Kolkata

Institute of Alternative Medicine and Research

Karnataka

Badaganvi Sarkar World Open University Education Society

Belgaum

Maharashtra

Raja Arabic University

Nagpur

Andhra Pradesh

Christ New Testament Deemed University

Guntur

Bible Open University of India, H. No. 49-35-26, N.G.O.'s Colony

Visakhapatnam

Kerala

St. John's University (Kerala)

Kishanattam

List of Fake Universities in India 2024 PDF

The Universities Grants Commission has released a public notice, conveying that the candidates should not take admissions at the Bible Open University of India, Visakhapatnam. UGC notified that this university has not been established through central laws, state laws, and standalone institutions, hence it cannot offer any courses.

How to Check UGC Approved University List?

To distinguish the fake universities in India from the good ones, candidates need to know the standard categories set by the official government authorities. In general, there are 4 categories of approved universities functioning in India. They are given as follows:

Categories of UGC-Approved Universities in India
  • State Universities: State universities are those established or acknowledged by a state legislature act. There are a total of 479 state universities as of November 14, 2023.
  • Private Universities: A private university is an institution created by a state or federal act through the sponsorship of an organization such as a public trust, a society registered under Section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956, or any other corresponding law currently in effect in a state.
  • Deemed Universities: Higher education institutions that are not universities are frequently given university status in recognition of their excellent educational programs. These establishments are referred to as deemed universities or deemed to be universities.
  • Central Universities: Central universities are set up by an act of Parliament and the University Grants Commission (UGC) is the agency that provides funding for the maintenance and development of these universities. There are 56 central universities in the country. 

For further breakdown, refer below to find the total number of UGC-approved universities in India:

  • Private universities - 455
  • State universities - 479
  • Central universities - 56
  • Deemed universities - 130
Total Number of UGC-Approved Universities in India

Checklist to Find the List of Fake Universities in India

The list of universities blacklisted in India warns students not to pursue any courses from fake colleges. However, the list is updated on a yearly basis. To protect yourself from such fake universities in India, aspirants can create a checklist. The new list will contain all important parameters to determine whether the university is real or not. Given below are some checklists to refer to and find out black listed universities in India 2024.

Grasp the Concept of Fake Universities

Students must understand and believe that there are fake universities in India that will dupe you for your money, time, and sanity. Thus, students must proceed with caution and choose universities that are recognized by UGC or other regulatory bodies.

Small Setup

Most institutions out of the list of universities blacklisted in India operate from small premises. They do not possess the correct infrastructure or good faculty. Such fraudulent colleges make bold promises and claim to offer diplomas and degrees to aspirants. Beware of such institutions and always keep an eye out for your safety.

Bold Promises

Black-listed universities in India 2024 will boast about bright career opportunities and experienced faculties. The more a college tries to sell itself to you, the higher the chances that it might be fake. Conduct thorough research and ask around to find out if the university is reputed or not. Do not invest your money without finding the current status of the college in question.

Keep Referring to the List of Fake Universities in India

Every year, UGC releases a list of fake universities in India. Students must keep themselves updated and keep checking the official website for new advancements.

Check Accreditation and Seek Advice

To recognize fake universities in India, aspirants must conduct their research, check the university’s accreditation, and seek advice/ suggestions from experts. Find out whether the college in question has a good reputation or not and whether they offer quality education to all.

The above-mentioned universities have been officially declared as fake universities by UGC and they are not entitled to confer a degree. Students must not seek admission to these fake universities.

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FAQs

Which universities of Delhi have been included in the list of fake universities in India 2024?

The universities of Delhi that have been included in the list of fake universities in India 2024 include All India Institute of Public and Physical Health Sciences, United Nations University, Commercial University Ltd. Daryaganj, Vocational University, ADR-Centric Juridical University, Vishwakarma Open University for Self-Employment, Indian Institution of Science and Engineering, and Adhyatmik Vishwavidyalaya (Spiritual University). Students must not to apply to any of the courses or programs offered by the aforementioned universities.

What should students do when they find a university that does not fall under the UGC-approved university list 2024?

When students find a university that does not fall under the UGC-approved university list 2024, they must steer clear of such institutions and inform all other students to do the same. One must be aware that their time, money, and career depend on which type of college they choose. Candidates need to be assured that their degree will hold value and bring them the desired opportunities.

How can students identify fake universities in India?

Students can identify fake universities in India by visiting the official UGC website and checking out their approved aggregated list of all universities. One can also ask around, conduct general research, visit the campus, and verify the officials in question. Students must stay aware and research as much as possible about the university in question before applying for any courses.

Which universities of UP have been included in the list of fake universities in India 2024?

The universities of UP have been included in the list of fake universities in India 2024 are Gandhi Hindi Vidyapith, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose University Open University, Mahamaya Technical University, and Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad. Aspirants must make sure not to apply to any of the courses or programs offered by the aforementioned universities.

How many institutions have been declared as ‘fraud/ fake’ as per UGC’s List of Fake Universities in India?

A total of 20 institutions have been declared as ‘fraud/ fake’ as per UGC’s List of Fake Universities in India. The official notices were released on the main website of UGC. The government body claimed that these universities lacked the power and authority to grant any degrees to students. Students will find the detailed list of fake universities on the official website of UGC and also on this page.

What are blacklisted universities?

Blacklisted universities are those educational institutions that have been deemed as fraudulent by the University Grants Commission. The universities that are blacklisted by UGC do not meet the criteria for awarding academic degrees to students and therefore such universities are not recognized by any other educational institution or professional organization. Aspirants can check the list of blacklisted universities on the official website of UGC.

What is the definition of a University as per UGC?

The definition of a university as per UGC is that a university is any institution that was created by a Central, State, or Provincial Act, an "institution Deemed to be University" under section 3, or an institution that has been specifically given permission by an Act of Parliament to award degrees that meet UGC requirements under section 22(3) of the Act.

Does the list of fake universities by UGC change every year?

Yes, the list of fake universities by UGC changes every year depending on whether new universities have been blacklisted by the University Grants Commission. The list of fake universities by UGC is also updated each year when universities that were deemed as fake or fraudulent are no longer actively offering academic courses to students. Students must check the official website of UGC to keep track of the fake universities in India.

Where are the fake universities in India located?

The fake universities in India are located in different states in the country. As per the latest list of fake universities by UGC, the blacklisted universities belong to the following states:

  • Andhra Pradesh
  • Karnataka
  • Delhi
  • Kerala
  • Maharashtra
  • Puducherry
  • Uttar Pradesh
  • West Bengal

What happens if a student graduates from a fake university?

There can be several consequences if a student graduates from a fake university. Graduates from universities that are not recognized by the UGC won't earn a degree that is recognized, and they can have trouble pursuing higher education in any discipline. Students may also lose out on jobs as a result of graduating from a fake university. Furthermore, students can incur losses in terms of their time and money by attending fake or blacklisted universities.

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