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Paper 1 · Higher EducationUGC NET 02nd Jan 2026 Shift 2
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Which among the following is not true with regards to the UGC guidelines (2022) for pursuing two academic programmes simultaneously ?

ATwo full time academic programmes in physical mode are allowed if the class timings for one programme do not overlap with the class timings of the other programme.
BTwo academic programmes, one in full time physical mode and another in Open and Distance Learning (ODL)/Online mode are allowed simultaneously.
CDegree or diploma programmes under ODL/Online mode shall be pursued with only such Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) as recognized by UGC/Statutory Council/Govt. of India for running such programmes.
DA student can pursue one full time academic programmes along with Ph.D. in physical mode. ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) A student can pursue one full time academic programmes along with Ph.D. in physical mode.
Explanation

The guidelines do not permit pursuing a full-time academic programme along with a Ph.D. in physical mode at the same time, making that the statement which is not true.

Two full-time programmes in physical mode are allowed when the class timings of one do not clash with the other.

One full-time physical programme combined with a second in open, distance or online mode is explicitly permitted.

Degree or diploma programmes in distance or online mode must be taken only with institutions recognised for running them by UGC, a statutory council or the government.

The aim of the 2022 framework is to widen flexibility while protecting academic seriousness and attendance.

Both degrees earned in the allowed ways carry equal standing, provided the conditions are met.

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