The UGC has released a list of 21 fake universities operating across India in 2025. These institutions lack official recognition and are not authorised to award degrees. The list includes their names and the states in which they are located. Students are advised to verify the legitimacy of universities through official UGC sources to avoid fraudulent institutions.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has published an updated list of 21 fake universities operating in India in 2025. These institutions do not have the legal authorisation to award degrees, misleading students with unrecognised certifications that have no academic or professional value.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) periodically publishes a list of fake universities operating in India. These institutions are flagged for awarding degrees without the necessary legal authorisation. Students should confirm the authenticity of their selected university by checking official government or UGC websites
The University Grants Commission (UGC) periodically publishes a list of fake universities operating in India. These institutions are flagged for awarding degrees without the necessary legal authorisation. Students should confirm the authenticity of their selected university by checking official government or UGC websites.
Fake universities are institutions that falsely assert they offer valid degrees but lack recognition from the relevant regulatory bodies. They deceive aspiring students by issuing unauthorised certifications that have no academic or professional value. These institutions often operate under misleading names, causing confusion among students.
UGC’s List of Fake Universities in India:
The UGC’s list of fake universities in India highlights institutions that lack official recognition and cannot offer valid degrees. It helps students avoid enrolling in unauthorized and fraudulent universities.
Serial No. State. University Name
1. Andhra Pradesh Christ New Testament Deemed University,
2. Andhra Pradesh. Bible Open University of India,
3. Delhi. All India Institute of Public & Physical Health Sciences
4. Delhi Commercial University Ltd., Daryaganj, Delhi.
5. Delhi united Nations University, Delhi
6. Delhi. Vocational University, Delhi7. Delhi. ADR-Centric Juridical University,
8. Delhi Indian Institute of Science and Engineering,
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.
Karnataka
Badaganvi Sarkar World Open University Education Society, Gokak, Belgaum, Karnataka
12.
Kerala
St. John’s University, Kishanattam, Kerala
13.
Kerala
International Islamic University of Prophetic Medicine (IIUPM), Kunnamangalam Kozhikode, Kerala-673571
14.
Maharashtra
Raja Arabic University, Nagpur, Maharashtra
15.
Puducherry
Sree Bodhi Academy of Higher Education, No. 186, Thilaspet, Vazhuthavoor Road, Puducherry-605009
16.
Uttar Pradesh
Gandhi Hindi Vidyapith, Prayag, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
17.
Uttar Pradesh
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose University (Open University), Achaltal, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
18.
Uttar Pradesh
Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad, Bharat Bhawan, Matiyari Chinhat, Faizabad Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 227 105
19.
Uttar Pradesh
Mahamaya Technical University, PO – Maharishi Nagar , Distt. Gb Nagar , Opp. Sec 110 , Sector 110 , Noida – 201304
20.
West Bengal
Indian Institute of Alternative Medicine, Kolkatta
21.
West Bengal
Institute of Alternative Medicine and Research, 8-A, Diamond Harbour Road, Builtech Inn, 2nd Floor, Thakurpurkur, Kolkatta – 700063