24th April 2025 (12 Topics)
Deemed-to-be University
Context
The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune and the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI), Kolkata), two of India’s premier institutions for film and media education, have now been granted the status of “Institutions Deemed to be Universities” under the distinct category by the Ministry of Education, based on recommendations by the University Grants Commission (UGC). They are now recognised under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, which provides the legal framework for Deemed University status.
What is a Deemed-to-be University?
- In India’s higher education system, Deemed-to-be University is a special recognition given to high-performing institutions that may not be established through legislation (like Central or State Universities), but have achieved a level of academic and research excellence in a specific domain.
- The term "Deemed-to-be University" means that the institution is considered at par with a university and enjoys full academic autonomy.
- · Key features of a Deemed-to-be University:
- Can design their own syllabus and courses tailored to their academic focus
- Conduct their own admissions and examinations
- May grant degrees (if permitted by the UGC)
- Greater flexibility in curriculum innovation and research
- Must comply with UGC regulations and NEP 2020 guidelines
How is this different from Central or State Universities?
|
Feature |
Central University |
State University |
Deemed-to-be University |
|
Established By |
Act of Parliament |
State Legislature |
Ministry of Education (on UGC advice) |
|
Funding |
Central Government |
State Government |
Autonomous (Govt + Own funds) |
|
Academic Autonomy |
High |
Moderate |
Very High |
|
Degree-Granting Power |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes (if approved) |
|
Examples |
JNU, DU |
Mumbai University, Osmania University |
BITS Pilani, IISc, FTII (now) |
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