MPhil is not a recognised degree, UGC asks students not to take admission

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a notice reiterating its advice to students tp not take admission in the MPhil programme since it is not recognised by the commission.

UGC also directed the universities to stop admissions to the MPhil programme for the 2023-24 academic year.

“It has come to the notice of the UGC that a few universities are inviting fresh applications for MPhil (Master of Philosophy) programme. In this regard, it is to bring to the notice that the MPhil degree is not a recognised degree. The Regulation No 14 of the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedures for Award of PhD Degree) Regulations 2022 clearly states that higher educational institutions shall not offer the MPhil programme,” read the notice.

“The university authorities, therefore, are requested to take immediate steps to stop admissions to the MPhil programme for the 2023-24 academic year. Further, students are advised not to take admission in the MPhil programme,” the notice said.