NEW DELHI: The UGC has released draft guidelines of a new education policy that will pave the way for a comprehensive overhaul of undergraduate and postgraduate studies in the country. As per the UGC's proposal, holders of four-year undergraduate degrees with a minimum CGPA of 7.5 will be eligible for admission to PhD programmes. Those who have completed 4 years of graduation need to complete a one-year course for a postgraduate degree.

Through the four-year undergraduate study, the student will have the opportunity to gain comprehensive knowledge by learning multiple subjects. The student will also be able to focus on selected subjects. Meanwhile, the current three-year undergraduate and two-year PG programmes will continue. Students can choose what they like. The duration of PhD courses will be increased to a maximum of six years. 60% of the vacancies will be filled by NET / JRF qualified candidates and the rest will be through universities, entrance exams and interviews.

UG course

• Degree 3 years or 4 (3 + 1)
• Certificate on completion of one year
• Diploma on completion of two years
• Degree certificate on completion of three years
• Degree Certificate + Honors or Degree + Research upon completion of four years

PG Course

• 2-year course: For those who have completed 3-year degree, research will be given importance in the second year
• One year course: For those who have completed 4-year degree course with research studies
• Two year PG course for PhD study or 4-year degree course with research study

Internships

Internships in local industries and business ventures to gain vocational training and reinforce learning.

Semester Credit

• Theory Class- 15 hours
• Practical, Fieldwork, Community Learning, Social Work - 30 hours
• Assignments, Reading- 30 hours.
• Lab work -15 hours
• Studio work on Arts subjects- 45 hours

Qualifications

• 40-44 credit hours +10 credit + 10 credit (apprenticeship or internship) during a one-year certificate course
• Two Year Diploma: 80-88 Credit Hours +10 Credit +10 Credit (Apprenticeship or Internship)
• Three-year degree: 120-130 credit hours
• Four-year degree: 160-176 credit hours.
• Postgraduate degree: 40-44 credit hours in 4-year degree and 80-88 in 3-year degree.
• 40-44 credit hours in a 3-year degree for a one-year postgraduate diploma