The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a warning regarding fake online programs masquerading as legitimate degrees. Specifically, they highlighted a "10-day MBA" course, emphasizing that only recognized institutions have the authority to confer degrees. The UGC advised individuals to verify the validity of online programs before enrolling.
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However, Deemed to be Universities will continue to require prior approval/recommendation/ NOC of AICTE for offering of such programmes, before submitting their application to the commission, UGC said in a notice on April 18, 2024.