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Delhi University May Introduce Entrance Test For One-Year PG Admissions From 2027-28: Reports
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What Happened?
Delhi University is considering an entrance test for its one-year postgraduate programs starting in the 2027-28 academic session, following student concerns about current admission criteria.
Key points
- Delhi University informed the Delhi High Court about the proposal for an entrance test.
- The one-year PG program was introduced to accommodate students from a four-year undergraduate program.
- Currently, admissions for two-year PG courses are conducted through CUET PG.
- The one-year PG program has faced criticism for its admission criteria being perceived as discriminatory.
- The university has reached maximum capacity due to the increase in seats for the one-year PG program.
Key insights
- Implementing an entrance test may lead to a more standardized admission process.
- This change could impact students from different educational backgrounds differently.
- The university's capacity issues may necessitate additional resources if the entrance test is implemented.
Why it matters
The potential introduction of an entrance test could address student concerns about fairness in admissions.
Source
Times Now
