Miscellaneous Current Affairs · 24 February 2026

UGC releases 2026 state-wise list of fake universities

Exam-focused facts from the 24 February 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • The University Grants Commission (UGC) has identified 32 fake universities operating across 12 states in India.
  • Delhi has the highest number of such universities with 12, followed by Uttar Pradesh with four.
  • The UGC, a statutory body under the Ministry of Education, has clarified that these institutions are not recognized by the Central or State Governments and lack the authority to award valid degrees under the UGC Act.

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