Archive · 2 Jan 2026
UGC Reviews Schemes Before VBSA Transition
The University Grants Commission (UGC) is looking at different programs it supports, like the non-NET fellowship and centers that study social inclusion, before a new organization called VBSA takes over.
The VBSA will replace the UGC and other education bodies.
The UGC wants to make sure everything is working well before this change happens.
Some people are worried that the centers studying social inclusion might change or close because the government doesn't seem to support them as much.
The non-NET fellowship, which gives money to some students, might also be affected.
The UGC says the JRF scheme, which gives money to top students, will stay the same.
UGC is reviewing schemes like non-NET fellowship and Centres for the Study of Social Inclusion before VBSA establishment.
VBSA aims to replace UGC, AICTE, and NCTE as the apex regulatory body for higher education.
Centres for the Study of Social Inclusion focus on research on caste discrimination and social justice.
Non-NET fellowship provides around ₹8,000 per month to eligible students.
UGC assures no changes to the JRF scheme post-VBSA establishment.
- Who
- University Grants Commission (UGC)
- What
- Reviewing schemes before VBSA establishment
- When
- Review ongoing, completion before VBSA setup
- Where
- India
- Why
- To detect shortcomings and ensure smooth transition
- Schemes Under Review
- Non-NET fellowship, Centres for the Study of Social Inclusion
- Number of Social Inclusion Centres
- 24
- Non-NET Fellowship Amount
- ₹8,000 per month
- VBSA Objective
- Replace UGC, AICTE, and NCTE
- Review Completion Timeline
- Before VBSA establishment
