Recognition and Approval

Educational institutions like schools, colleges or universities provide structured course-Curriculum for their courses or areas of study. These courses must be accredited or regulated by a relevant body that is concerned with particular domains of study. The regulatory agencies function to keep an eye on the status of the course and the quality of education being offered in the specific subject of study and making sure it's being done as effectively as possible. They also contribute to the advancement of these sectors by advancing fresh methods and approaches.


The significance of recognition or approval from these bodies cannot be stressed upon more, it is mandatory to state the least.Any institution's titles, qualifications or credentials rewarded to students on course completion shall only stand if it is done correctly which is to be ensued by such regulatory bodies. Only if these bodies accredit them should students choose to attend these colleges, universities and schools.


The comprehensive list of organisations that grant recognition and approvals in their field of study is provided as follows:


  • 1. National Medical Commission (NMC)

    NMC stands for The National Medical Commission.It was brought into effect as a result of an Act of Parliament, the National Medical Commission Act, 2019. It overtook the position of the formerly operational Medical Council of India (MCI) on September 25th, 2020.


    The commission is in charge of overseeing medical professionals and education in the nation.


    In addition to regulating, it accredits medical schools and recognises their medical credentials. The courses offered by such schools need to have the courses offered by them be approved by the NMC (National Medical Commission). It also registers medical professionals under its purview and examines the infrastructure and state of medical practice in India.


    NMC authorises the following medical programmes:


    • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
    • Doctorate of Medicine (DM)
    • Master of Surgery (MS)
    • Master of Chirurgiae (M.Ch)
    • Doctor of Medicine (MD) (MS)

  • 2. Dental Council of India (DCI)

    The Dental Council of India, or DCI, was established on April 12, 1949, as a Statutory Body, in accordance with The Dentists Act, 1948. It was established to oversee the nation's dental schools and programmes.


    The council’s paramount objective is to enhance and maintain the country's quality standard for undergraduate and postgraduate dental education. The DCI also establishes the required Dentistry Ethics and oversees the necessary training procedures and methods for Dentists, Dental Hygienists and Assistants, Dental Mechanics and Orthodontics.


    Dental professionals should register with the Dental Council of India, which also accepts the dental credentials and degrees granted by Indian dental colleges and universities.


    The following courses are regulated by the DCI:


    • Bachelor of Dental Sciences (BDS)
    • Master of Dental Sciences (MDS)

  • 3. Central Council of Homoeopathy (CCH)

    The Indian government established the Central Council of Homoeopathy (CCH) in 1973. It is a statutory organisation that comes under the governance of Indian government's AYUSH Ministry (Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy). A significant regulatory authority, it is in charge of the country's registration of homoeopathy practitioners as well as the curriculum for homoeopathy courses.


    In India, homoeopathy colleges are required to register with the CCH and have the CCH accept the degrees they award. Its goal is to maintain the nation's renowned best standards for homeopathic practices.


    The CCH regulates the following homoeopathy programmes:


    • Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery (BHMS)
    • Doctor of Medicine (MD), Homoeopathy

  • 4. Indian Nursing Council (INC)

    INC is an acronym for the Indian Nursing Council. It is an autonomous body that was established in accordance to the Indian Nursing Council Act of 1947.


    INC serves as a regulatory authority for all the nursing programmes, colleges, practices, and nurses in the nation.


    Before providing the necessary degrees and qualifications in this field, nursing colleges must receive approval for the same from INC. Subsequently, the degrees also must be acknowledged by INC. The regulatory agency makes sure that industry best practices are adhered to and the top quality nursing education standards are maintained throughout.


    Nursing Programs that are subject to INC Regulation are as follows:


    • Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Nursing
    • General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc.)
    • Post Certificate Master of Science in Nursing (M.Sc.)

  • 5. Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)

    In 1948, the Government of India formed the Pharmacy Council of India as a statutory authority. It was created in accordance with the Pharmacy Act of 1948. PCI's main goal is to regulate pharmacy education in India.


    It regulates the registration of pharmacists under the Pharmacy Act in addition to regulating pharmaceutical education across the nation. It makes sure that national pharmacy procedures adhere to the highest standards and produce the best outcomes.


    Pharmacy Courses that are Subject to PCI Regulation:


    • Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)
    • Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
    • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
    • Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharma)

  • 6. All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE)

    The Government of India had established the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) as a regulatory body in 1988.In compliance with the AICTE Act of 1987. It oversees and controls technical and managerial education in India.A select few undergraduate and graduate programmes offered by colleges and universities receive approval from the body.


    In addition to regulating, it enhances technical education quality in India through careful planning and growth.Additionally, it ensures that institutions of higher learning uphold the necessary norms and standards for providing technical courses.


    Courses regulated by the AICTE are listed as follows:


    • Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)
    • Master of Technology (M.Tech)
    • Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

  • 7. Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)

    The Directorate General ofCivil Aviation (DGCA) is a statutory entity of the Government of India.The body is a subsidiary of the Ministry of Civil Aviation.The nation's aviation operations are governed by the regulatory authority DGCA in the sphere of civil aviation.


    In addition to overseeing civil aviation operations in the nation, the authority also controls civil aviation education. Aviation institutions that offer aviation related courses must have DGCA approval.They introduce new techniques and courses in an effort to improve the nation's aviation infrastructure.


    The DGCA is tasked with the regulation of the following courses in India:


    • Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Courses
    • Commercial Pilot Courses

  • 8. Bar Council of India

    The Bar Council of India was created by the Parliament of India in 1961. It is a statutory body of the Government of India. The organisation oversees legal regulations and represents the Indian Bar.The organisation also oversees the upkeep of the country's legal profession's ethical standards and has the full authority to impose some disciplinary action against violators and offenders.


    Legal Education in India is governed by the Bar Council of India, which also recognises Indian Universities and Colleges that provide legal education.It makes sure that legal education continues to meet the highest standards set in the country.


    The Bar Council of India must approve all law-related programmes offered by universities and institutions in India (BCI).


    Legal Courses that are regulated by the Bar Council of India are listed as follows:


    • Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Legislative Law (BA LLB)
    • Bachelor of Business Administration - Bachelor of Legislative Law (BBA LLB)
    • Bachelor of Commerce - Bachelor of Legislative Law (B.Com LLB)
    • Bachelor of Legislative Law (LLB)
    • Master of Legislative Law (LLM)

  • 9. National Council for Teacher Education

    The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) is a statutory organisation under the authority of the Indian government. The National Council for Teacher Education Act of 1993 allowed for the establishment of the organisation on August 17, 1995. It serves as the primary governing authority for teaching in India.


    It controls the educational programmes offered in the nation's various educational instruction colleges and universities.The organisation makes sure that the country's highest educational and teaching standards are upheld as well as improved by constantly monitoring and raising the quality of teachers and introducing new teaching strategies, Curriculum, methods and practices.


    Education Instruction courses that are regulated, authorised and maintained by the NCTE are listed as follows:


    • Diploma in Education (D.Ed)
    • Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)
    • Master of Education (M.Ed)
    • Trained Teachers Certificate (TTC)

  • 10. Directorate General of Shipping (DGS)

    The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways' affiliated office, the Directorate General of Shipping, was founded in 1949.


    The organisation oversees the development of the shipping industry, maritime administration, maritime education and training, and other relevant topics and procedures in the nation.


    The country's maritime operations must be improved in accordance to the Directorate General of Shipping.


    The Directorate General of Shipping must grant approval to all marine institutions operating within the nation.


    The Directorate General of Shipping must acknowledged the degree and other credentials that are granted by these institutions.


    Courses that are regulated by the Directorate General of Shipping:


    • Marine Engineering
    • Nautical Sciences

  • 11. Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR)

    The Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR) is an autonomous body within the Ministry of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE). It was founded on July 16th, 1929. It controls and manages national agricultural welfare, education, and research and development procedures.


    The body regulates the Curriculum at 71 agricultural universities and 101 agricultural institutions nationwide. As a result, it ranks among the world's largest national agricultural systems. To ensure the rapid and dynamic expansion of arguably our nation's most important industry concerning it's economy, ICAR makes sure that the highest standards of agricultural education are preserved nationwide.


    Below is a comprehensive list of all the courses that are regulated by the ICAR:


    •  Undergraduate Agriculture Courses:

      B.Sc. in Agriculture B.Sc. in Agronomy B.Sc. in Sericulture
      B.Sc. in Dairy Science B.Sc. in Plant Science B.Sc. in Agriculture and Food Science
      B.Sc. in Agricultural Marketing Co-Operation B.Sc. in Plant Pathology B.Sc. in Crop Physiology
      B.Sc. in Fisheries Science B.Sc. in Horticulture B.Sc. in Agricultural Biotechnology
      B.Sc. inAgriculture and Food Science
    • Postgraduate Agriculture Courses:

      M.Sc. in Agriculture M.Sc. in Dairy Science M.Sc. in Agriculture Botany
      M.Sc. in Plant Science M.Sc. in Agricultural Biotechnology M.Sc. in Agriculture and Food Science
      M.Sc. in Horticulture M.Sc. in Fisheries Science M.Sc. in Plant Pathology
      M.Sc. in Forestry M.Sc. in Sericulture -
    • Doctorate Agriculture Courses:

      PhD (Agriculture) PhD (Agriculture Biotechnologyy PhD (Agriculture Entomology)
      PhD (Horticulture) PhD (Agriculture Economics) PhD (Agronomy)
      PhD (Genetics & Plant Breeding) PhD. In Plant Pathology -

  • 12. Council of Architecture (COA)

    The Indian government established the Council of Architecture (COA) as an autonomous body in accordance with the Architects Act of 1972, which took effect on September 1 of the same year. It was created in 1972. The organisation oversees the Standards of Architectural Education as well as the Accreditation of Architects.


    It serves as both a regulatory organisation and a watchdog for the nation's professional architectural procedures and practices. Through innovation and research, it ensures that the best standards and professional ethics are maintained in this field of study. The Council of Architecture must approve architectural colleges and must formally acknowledge the credentials or degrees provided by them.


    Architectural Courses that are regulated or accredited by the COA are listed as follows:


    • Diploma in Architecture (D.Arch)
    • Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)
    • Master of Architecture (M.Arch)

  • 13. Indian Association of Physiotherapy (IAC):

    The Indian Association of Physiotherapists (IAP) is a non-profit, non-governmental organisation. It was registered under the Indian Society Act of 1955. The organisation acts on behalf of Indian physiotherapists both nationally and internationally.


    IAP functions as a regulating authority for the physiotherapy education imparted to the students in the nation in addition to being a body that represents Indian physiotherapists.Through quality instruction and industry innovation, they make sure that the highest standards of Indian physiotherapists are sustained as well as improved further.


    Below listed are the courses that are regulated by the Indian Association of Phyisotherapists (IAP):


    • Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)
    • Master of Physiotherapy (MPT)

  • 14. Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIN)

    The Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970, administered by the AYUSH Ministry, established the Central Council of Indian Medicine as a statutory entity in 1971. The organisation has been developing and enforcing rules for undergraduate and graduate programmes in the Indian Systems of Medicine, that include Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani Tibb.


    The entity is in charge of controlling the level of education in this area. Additionally, it makes sure that the best procedures are used when delivering this type of education. It makes an effort to innovate this established field by altering the course curriculum from time to time keeping up with the new developments and research methodologies that come into effect with time.


    Courses That are Regulated by the Central Council of Indian Medicine are listed as follows:


    • Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
    • Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yoga Sciences (BNYS)
    • Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (BSMS)
    • Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS)
    • Postgraduate Courses in Ayurveda
    • Postgraduate Courses in Unani
    • Postgraduate Courses in Siddha

  • 15. Veterinary Council of India (VCI)

    The Indian Veterinary Council Act of 1984 established the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) in 1984.The organisation is established under the Ministry of Agriculture of the Government of India, and it is in charge of ensuring the best veterinary laws and practices in the country. The organisation sets veterinary education standards and registers Indian veterinarians.


    It ensures that the quality of Indian Veterinary is maintained at the highest level by introducing new educational initiatives and techniques.The Veterinary Council of India have to approve all veterinary colleges and universities in India before they’re considered as authentic, and the degrees they award must be recognised by the body.


    Veterinary Courses Regulated by the Veterinary Council of India:


    • Bachelor of Veterinary Science (B.V.Sc)
    • Master of Veterinary Science (M.V.Sc)
    • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Veterinary

  • 16. Indian Confederation for Healthcare Accreditation (ICHA)

    The Indian Confederation for Healthcare Accreditation (ICHA) is a Section 25 company that operates as a not-for-profit organisation in India.


    The primary goal of ICHA is to strengthen our country's health infrastructure with the help of dynamic accreditations provided to them as a tool.All Medical Science Institutions and Practitioners are currently registered with ICHA.


    The ICHA-registered healthcare associations and institutions are all acknowledged and accredited bodies in the field of medical sciences.


  • 17. All India Management Association (AIMA):

    The All India Management Association (AIMA) is India's governing body for management studies. The organisation has over 38,000 members, including 6000 institutional members. It is also affiliated with 66 Local Management Associations.


    AIMA is a non-profit organisation that works with the industry, government, subject matter experts and the students themselves to improve the management education and practices in India. It contributes to the development of management education by providing institutions and bodies with a variety of growth-oriented programmes.


    AIMA's mission is to bring management practices and techniques to managers throughout the country.The entity accomplish this through collaboration with numerous professional organisations and institutions. It also examines management education in the country and proposes innovative and dynamic strategies to improve it.


    AIMA collaborates with another organization, named Asian Association of Management Organizations (AAMO), which supports professional management in the Asia-Pacific Region.


  • 18. Association of Indian Universities (AIU)

    Association of Indian Universities (AIU) is the successor to the Inter-University Board, which was founded in 1925.The group intends to serve as an information bureau, facilitating university collaboration and communication. It also serves as a link between universities and the government, discussing and cooperating on issues of mutual concern.


    Aside from the aforementioned, AIU serves as the representation of Indian universities. Its mission is to promote and carry out projects that serve to improve the quality of education in universities. AIU encourages student mobility and the interchange of teaching and research professionals across prestigious institutions.


    It enables institutions to interact with foreign universities in order to help their Indian counterparts improve and meet global standards for dynamic opportunities.


  • 19. University Grants Commission (UGC)

    The Government of India has established the University Grants Commission (UGC) as a statutory agency. It was established under the 1956 UGC Act. The organisation oversees the coordination, development, and preservation of standards that seem to be growth-oriented in the nation's higher education institutions.The organisation accredits Indian universities and colleges and also provides the necessary funding for these establishments.


    The Central and State Governments and Indian Universities are virtually connected via the UGC. The organisation also acknowledges the degrees that the colleges grant. It not only acknowledges full-time degrees but also part-time and distance learning degrees provided by universities.


    UGC-recognized academic streams include: arts, science, and commerce.


  • 20. National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

    The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) is an autonomous UGC authority. It was founded in 1994. The independent evaluates and accredits Higher Education Colleges and Universities in India. It issues the "Quality Status" of universities and colleges after grading them against several parameters. NAAC assesses and grades the concerned institutions based on the following parameters:


    • Educational processes and outcomes of the structure
    • Coverage of the prescribed course-curriculum
    • Coverage of the prescribed course-curriculum
    • Quality of faculty
    • Research and development activities
    • Infrastructure
    • Learning resources provided
    • Learning resources provided
    • Financial well-being
    • Services provided for the students

    • Colleges and universities are awarded grades based on the assessment done by NAAC.


  • 21. National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

    The National Board of Accreditation (NBA) was created by the AICTE in 1994 and remained under its jurisdiction until January 7, 2010, when it was granted independent autonomous status.The NBA's primary goals are to ensure the quality and relevance of technical courses given in the country.


    The following is a list of those technical courses:


    • Management
    • Engineering and Technology
    • Architecture
    • Pharmacyy
    • Hotel Management and Catering Technology

    • NBA has an accrediting procedure for technical programmes offered by colleges and institutions.It assesses colleges and institutions using a predefined assessment criteria.


  • 22. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)

    In 1962, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) was created by the Parliament of India.The board's primary goal is to efficiently and proactively satisfy the educational requirements of the country.They must meet the educational needs of students in junior high, secondary school and high school.


    CBSE governs and manages the curriculum for 21,271 Indian schools and 228 institutions in 25 foreign countries.When it comes to giving education in any of the needed disciplines, the associated schools have to adhere to the board's norms and policies.The board also administers the annual Class 10 and Class 12 final examinations.


    CBSE focuses on providing children with the best education possible by being more student-centric, holistic, and growth-oriented.It looks into improving the quality of education by implementing innovative strategies and programs for all stakeholders.


  • 23. Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE)

    In December 1967, the Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) was established.It was established in accordance with the Societies Registration Act of 1860. CISCE is committed to meeting the educational needs of the nation via creative educational endeavours and inspiring students to strive for excellence.


    CISCE is affiliated to approximately 2,200 schools in India.It integrates the educational needs of students at these schools at the Junior, Secondary, and High School levels.It is in charge of regulating the course structure at these institutions and ensuring that the education level meets the defined excellence requirements.


    The CISCE also supervises the Class 10 and 12 final examinations in these schools. It aims to transform the state of education in these schools with dynamic programs and courses that elevatethe student's level.

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