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Hindustan Times
18 hours ago
- Science
- Hindustan Times
Delhi: IP University to introduce orphan quota
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (IPU) in Dwarka, west Delhi will introduce an 'orphan quota' across various programmes from the 2025-26 academic session, a university official said on Friday. In the last academic session, the university introduced a 'single girl child quota'. 'The university's academic council (AC) has approved the introduction of this quota, effective from the academic session 2025-26. Under this quota, one additional seat will be reserved in each of the university schools and programmes, and the selected students will be eligible for 100% fee waiver under the university's EWS scheme,' the official said. The university's vice chancellor, Mahesh Verma, said that the university aims to provide education to all, including orphans who have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic or other reasons. 'The university will also provide financial assistance to these students under various government schemes,' Verma said. The university held an academic council and discussed introducing a separate PhD programme for working professionals, lateral entry in MBA (Fire and Industrial Safety), and adding Spanish and other popular foreign languages to certificate courses. 'Other decisions include introducing a five-year BA-MA Philosophy program, four-year BEd Special Education programs in three new disciplines and a post-MSc Diploma in Radiological Physics. The university will also establish an in-situ centre for Indian Knowledge System (IKS) and technology innovation to promote Indian knowledge traditions,' the university official said.
The Hindu
a day ago
- General
- The Hindu
IP University introduces orphan quota, DU extends single girl child quota for postgraduate students
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (IPU) has introduced the orphan quota across all its courses. The new quota is separate from the single girl child quota which was introduced last year, an official said on Friday. Under the orphan quota, which will be effective from the academic session 2025-26, the university will reserve one additional seat for eligible candidates in each programme, and the selected candidate will be entitled to 100% fee waiver. IPU Vice-Chancellor Mahesh Verma said the move aims at providing education to all, including children orphaned during the COVID-19 pandemic. Delhi University (DU) had introduced the orphan quota in 2023. Meanwhile, DU has decided to extend the single girl child quota to postgraduate courses from the upcoming academic session. It had introduced the facility in undergraduate courses last year. DU Registrar Vikas Gupta said the single girl child quota was introduced to encourage girls to further their education, especially since many families do not prioritise higher education for girls even today. Both quotas are supernumerary, which means the reserved seats are extra and do not disrupt the existing seat matrix.
News18
a day ago
- Health
- News18
IP University To Launch Orphan Children Quota With 100% Fee Waiver From 2025-26 Session
Last Updated: Guru Gobind Singh IPU will introduce a special orphan quota in its programmes, adding to last year's Single Girl Child quota. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (IPU) has decided to introduce a special quota for orphan children across its various programmes, adding to the Single Girl Child quota that was implemented last year. The university's Academic Council has approved this new quota, which will take effect from the 2025-26 academic session. Under the scheme, one extra seat will be reserved in each of the university's schools and programmes specifically for orphaned students. Those admitted under this quota will also receive a full fee waiver under the university's EWS (Economically Weaker Section) scheme, as reported by news agency PTI. Padma Shri Prof (Dr) Mahesh Verma, the Vice Chancellor of IPU, stated that the university is committed to providing access to quality education for all, including orphan children who have lost their parents due to the COVID-19 pandemic or other circumstances. The university also plans to assist these students by helping them secure financial support through various government welfare schemes. With this move, IP University will be among the first universities in India to implement such a quota. Detailed guidelines and eligibility criteria will soon be published on the university's official website. During the Academic Council meeting, several other academic changes and additions were also discussed. Among these is the introduction of a dedicated PhD programme for working professionals, allowing them to pursue research degrees while continuing their careers. The council has also approved lateral entry for the MBA programme in Fire and Industrial Safety, providing more flexibility for candidates with relevant qualifications. In addition, the university plans to expand its foreign language offerings by adding certificate courses in Spanish and other widely spoken international languages. New academic programmes will include a five-year integrated BA-MA course in Philosophy and four-year BEd Special Education programmes in three additional disciplines. A Post-MSc Diploma in Radiological Physics will also be introduced to cater to the growing demand in the healthcare sector. To further promote Indian heritage and innovation, the university will set up an 'In-Situ Centre for Indian Knowledge System and Technology Innovation," which will focus on preserving and promoting India's traditional knowledge systems and technological advancements. Meanwhile, the Narela campus of IP University will soon become operational with new programmes like MSc in Microbiology, along with several certificate and diploma courses, adding to the university's expanding academic infrastructure. First Published: June 13, 2025, 18:39 IST
Time of India
a day ago
- Science
- Time of India
IP University introduces orphan children quota
New Delhi: Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University has decided to introduce an orphan children quota in its various programmes, in addition to the existing single girl child quota introduced last year. The university's academic council approved the introduction of this quota, effective from the academic session 2025-26. Under this, one additional seat will be reserved in each university school and programme, and the selected students will be eligible for a 100% fee waiver under the university's EWS scheme. Vice-chancellor Mahesh Verma said that the university aims to provide education to all, including orphan children who were affected by various reasons, including the Covid pandemic. The university will also strive to provide financial assistance to these students under various govt schemes, the VC said. Detailed guidelines regarding the new quota will be available on the university's website soon. In its meeting, the academic council also discussed introducing a separate PhD programme for working professionals, lateral entry in MBA (fire and industrial safety), and adding Spanish and other popular foreign languages to the certificate courses. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Other decisions include introducing a five-year BA-MA philosophy programme, four-year BEd special education programmes in three new disciplines, and a post-MSc diploma in radiological physics. There are also plans to establish an 'in situ centre for Indian knowledge system and technology innovation' to promote Indian knowledge traditions among students. The university's Narela campus is expected to be operational soon, offering MSc in microbiology, and some other certificate and diploma programmes. The orphan quota in higher education in Delhi is a progressive initiative aimed at providing equitable opportunities to students who lost both parents and often lack financial and emotional support. "It is especially beneficial in a city like Delhi, where the cost of living and education can be a significant barrier," said an official. Prominent universities in Delhi that adopted the orphan quota include the University of Delhi and Ambedkar University Delhi. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
The Hindu
a day ago
- Science
- The Hindu
IP University to introduce quota for orphan children from 2025-26
Delhi's Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) has announced the introduction of a quota for orphan children in its academic programs for the 2025-26 session, an official statement said. The move that aims to provide inclusive education was approved by the university's Academic Council, and comes a year after it implemented a quota for single girl children, it said. According to the proposal, an additional seat will be reserved in each university school and program for orphan applicants. These students will also be eligible for a full tuition fee waiver under the university's Economically Weaker Section (EWS) scheme. Vice Chancellor Mahesh Verma stated, "The university aims to provide education to all, including orphan children who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic or due to other reasons." He added that the university will work to ensure these students also benefit from various government financial assistance schemes. Detailed implementation guidelines will be uploaded to the university website soon. Several other key academic reforms were discussed at the academic council meeting, including a separate Ph.D. program for working professionals, lateral entry for MBA (Fire and Industrial Safety), and the introduction of Spanish and other foreign languages in certificate programs. The university also plans to launch a five-year integrated BA-MA program in Philosophy, new four-year Special Education programs in three disciplines, and a Diploma in Radiological Physics. Plans were also announced to establish an "In-situ Center for Indian Knowledge System and Technology Innovation." Additionally, the Narela campus is set to become operational soon with the launch of an in Microbiology and several diploma and certificate programs.
