Are you aspiring to pursue a PhD in a flexible, open learning environment? Netaji Subhas Open University (NSOU), one of India’s premier open universities based in Kolkata, has just released its admission notification for PhD programs for the Academic Year 2024-2025 (Session: January 2025). Approved by the UGC and accredited with an ‘A’ grade by…
Plagiarism, the act of using someone else’s work without proper attribution, is a serious academic offense with significant consequences worldwide. In countries like India, the USA, Japan, and Germany, universities and institutions enforce strict penalties to uphold academic integrity. This blog explores the specific consequences for students and faculty in these nations, summarizing the penalties…
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced comprehensive guidelines on public self-disclosure for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. These guidelines emphasize transparency and accountability, ensuring stakeholders—students, parents, researchers, alumni, and the public—have easy access to critical information about HEIs. By mandating a functional, user-friendly website with unrestricted…
