Established under the Department of Higher Education, the University Grants Commission (UGC) is a statutory body headquartered in New Delhi. UGC is a regulatory body whose primary function is providing grants, formulating policies, monitoring and evaluation, promoting research, coordination, recognising degrees, developing curriculum, promoting equal opportunities and maintenance of standards of university education in India. UGC judges colleges based on quality of education, course structure, campus infrastructure, and faculty members and categorizes all the Central, state, deemed and private universities by providing them with A++, A+ or A rankings. UGC approvals play an important role during the time of job applications and admission to higher studies.
The Association of Indian Universities (AIU), headquartered in New Delhi, was instituted in accordance with the Societies Registration Act, 1860. Tasked with the evaluation and endorsement of diplomas or degrees conferred by central, state, deemed, and private universities, AIU conducts a meticulous approval process. This process entails a thorough examination of the curriculum, infrastructure, research endeavours, and the protection of student rights within the respective universities. The AIU plays a pivotal role in ensuring the academic integrity and quality of higher education institutions across the country.
The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) stands as a statutory entity founded in accordance with the Pharmacy Act of 1948. Its core mandate is the regulation and oversight of pharmacy education, encompassing the registration and specification of qualifications for pharmacists. Additionally, PCI holds the authority to withdraw approvals, uphold central registers of pharmacists, and enforce consistent standards of education nationwide. In fulfilling these responsibilities, PCI plays a crucial role in shaping and upholding the quality and standards of pharmacy education across the country.
The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) is a statutory body under India's Ministry of Education that oversees the standards, procedures, and development of the country's teacher education system. Established in 1995 under the National Council for Teacher Education Act, 1993, the NCTE is responsible for the training and quality assurance of teachers across all levels of schooling
The Bar Council of India (BCI) is a statutory body established under the Advocates Act of 1961 that regulates and represents the legal profession and legal education in the country. It oversees the standards of professional conduct, safeguards the rights and privileges of advocates, and manages funds for welfare schemes.