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Draft decree on university admissions sparks concerns among educators

A vague draft decree could reshape university access—but without specifics, leaders worry about unintended consequences. Will students face new hurdles?

The image shows the entrance to Presidency College in Kolkata, India. There is an arch with a...
The image shows the entrance to Presidency College in Kolkata, India. There is an arch with a banner that reads "Presidency College" and a gate leading up to the entrance. On the right side of the image, there are a few people walking on the road, one of them holding a bag in their hand. In the background, there is a building, trees, and a clear blue sky.

Draft decree on university admissions sparks concerns among educators

A draft decree proposing changes to university admission rules has been put forward. The document was shared with leaders from higher education institutions across the country. Concerns have already surfaced about its potential impact.

The proposal focuses on undergraduate and master's programmes. It was presented to representatives of universities and technical colleges for review. However, the current version does not specify any concrete adjustments to existing admission requirements.

The president of the Coordinating Council for Polytechnic Institutes has voiced unease about the draft. Their comments suggest reservations about how the changes might affect students and institutions. No further details on the proposed criteria have been released so far.

The decree remains under discussion, with no clear timeline for finalisation. Higher education bodies will continue reviewing the document before any decisions are made. The lack of defined changes leaves many questions unanswered for now.

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