The University Grants Commission (UGC) has published its latest state-wise list of institutions identified as "fake universities." This updated list, current as of October 2025, serves as an official warning to prevent students from enrolling in unaccredited and illegal establishments that offer worthless degrees.
The UGC, India's apex body for higher education, routinely updates this list to crack down on entities operating without the proper authorization, rights, or affiliations as per the UGC Act, 1956. Degrees from these institutions are not recognized by the government, potentially derailing careers and causing significant financial loss.
State-wise List of Fake Universities (As on October 2025)
Prospective students are urged to cross-verify the name and address of any institution they plan to join with the official UGC list. Below is the state-wise list released by the Commission:
| Sr No | State | University Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | Christ New Testament Deemed University, #32-32-2003, 7th Lane, Kakumanuvarithoto, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh-522002; also at Fit No. 301, Grace Villa Apts., 7/5, Srinagar, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh-522002 |
| 2 | Andhra Pradesh | Bible Open University of India, H.No. 49-35-26, N.G.O’s Colony, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh-530016 |
| 3 | Delhi | All India Institute of Public & Physical Health Sciences (AIIPHS) State Government University, Office Kh. No. 608-609, 1st Floor, Sant Kripal Singh Public Trust Building, Near BDO Office, Alipur, Delhi-110036 |
| 4 | Delhi | Commercial University Ltd., Daryaganj, Delhi |
| 5 | Delhi | United Nations University, Delhi |
| 6 | Delhi | Vocational University, Delhi |
| 7 | Delhi | ADR-Centric Juridical University, ADR House, 8J, Gopala Tower, 25 Rajendra Place, New Delhi - 110 008 |
| 8 | Delhi | Indian Institute of Science and Engineering, New Delhi |
| 9 | Delhi | Viswakarma Open University for Self-Employment, Rozgar Sewasadan, 672, Sanjay Enclave, Opp. GTK Depot, Delhi-110033 |
| 10 | Delhi | Adhyatmik Vishwavidyalaya (Spiritual University), 351-352, Phase-I, Block-A, Vijay Vihar, Rithala, Rohini, Delhi-110085 |
| 11 | Delhi | World Peace of United Nations University (WPUNU), No.-201, 2nd Floor, Best Business Park, Netaji Subhash Place, Pitampura, New Delhi-110034 |
| 12 | Delhi | Institute of Management and Engineering, 1810/4, 1st Floor, Kotla Mubarakpur |
| 13 | Kerala | International Islamic University of Prophetic Medicine (IIUPM), Kunnamangalam Kozhikode, Kerala-673571 |
| 14 | Kerala | St. John’s University, Kishanattam, Kerala |
| 15 | Maharashtra | Raja Arabic University, Nagpur, Maharashtra |
| 16 | Puducherry | Sree Bodhi Academy of Higher Education, No. 186, Thilaspet, Vazhuthavoor Road, Puducherry-605009 |
| 17 | Uttar Pradesh | Gandhi Hindi Vidyapith, Prayag, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh |
| 18 | Uttar Pradesh | Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose University (Open University), Achaltal, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh |
| 19 | Uttar Pradesh | Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad, Bharat Bhawan, Matiyari Chinhat, Faizabad Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 227 105 |
| 20 | Uttar Pradesh | Mahamaya Technical University, PO - Maharishi Nagar, Distt. GB Nagar, Opp. Sec 110, Sector 110, Noida - 201304 |
| 21 | West Bengal | Indian Institute of Alternative Medicine, Kolkata |
| 22 | West Bengal | Institute of Alternative Medicine and Research, 8-A, Diamond Harbour Road, Builtech Inn, 2nd Floor, Thakurpukur, Kolkata - 700063 |
Before paying any fees or securing admission, students and parents must take the following steps:
Check the UGC Website: The primary source is the official UGC website (www.ugc.gov.in). They maintain a comprehensive list of recognized universities.
Use the UGC CARE Portal: The UGC Consortium for Academic and Research Ethics (CARE) portal provides crucial information on recognized institutions.
Look for the Right to Confer Degrees: Only universities included in the list maintained by UGC under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act have the right to award degrees. Deemed-to-be-Universities, Central/State Universities, and Private Universities established by State Acts are recognized.
The UGC's list is a powerful tool in the fight against educational fraud. Diligence is the best defense. A few minutes spent verifying an institution's credentials can save you from years of regret. If an offer of admission seems too good to be true, it is essential to double-check its authenticity on the official government portals.
Is your college on the list? If so, take immediate action to secure your academic future.
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