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NCERT Granted Deemed to Be University Status

  • 04 Apr 2026

On 30th March 2026, the Ministry of Education, on the advice of the University Grants Commission, declared the National Council of Educational Research and Training as an Institution deemed to be a university under a distinct category.

Key Points

  • Status Granted:
    • Deemed-to-be University under a distinct category.
    • Approved based on UGC Expert Committee recommendations.
  • Objective of Move:
    • Promote advanced research in school education.
    • Enable NCERT to offer doctoral and innovative academic programmes.
  • Next Steps:
    • NCERT to initiate research programmes.
    • Launch PhD and other higher academic courses.
  • About NCERT:
    • Established in 1961 as an autonomous organisation.
    • Advises Centre and States on school education policies.
  • Core Functions:
    • Conducts and promotes research in education.
    • Develops textbooks and learning materials.
    • Publishes journals, newsletters, and supplementary resources.
  • Significance:
    • Strengthens research ecosystem in school education.
    • Enhances academic autonomy of NCERT.
    • Supports evidence-based policy-making in education sector.