The University Grant Commission (UGC) has recently issued a notice (F.No.6-11/2022(AMPC) regarding a fake university, “Sarva Bharatiya Shiksha Peeth” of Karnataka, on December 18, 2026. Earlier, the commission also announced a list of 22 other fake universities, mentioning the states. These fraudulent universities lack the legal authority to award degrees, misleading students by providing unrecognised certifications with no academic or professional recognition.
The UGC has informed the National Backwards Krushi Vidyapeeth, Solapur, in Maharashtra, S. K. Choultary, Devanur Main Road, Vijaya Nagara, Tumkur, in Karnataka, and the National Institute of Management Solution (NIMS), Delhi, that these institutions are not recognised and are included in the list of fake universities. So, students, parents, and the general public are advised not to apply for admission to the stated university, as doing so may damage the students’ careers.
Fake Universities Alert Notice by UGC
The UGC has been informed that Sarva Bharatiya Shiksha Peeth, Near S. K. Choultary, Devanur Main Road, Vijaya Nagara, Tumkur-572102, Karnataka. This institution is granting degrees in contravention of the UGC Act, 1956. The UGC has added its name to the list of fake universities.
Is Sarva Bharatiya Shiksha Peeth a Fake University?
Sarva Bharatiya Shiksha Peeth is not recognised by the UGC under Section 2(f)/Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, nor is it approved by the AICTE or any other statutory organisation. As a result, it lacks the authority to confer degrees or diplomas. Any degree/diploma given by this institute to date is not valid for Higher Education/Government job reasons.
Download the Official Fake University Notice PDF
The UGC regularly releases a list and names of fake Indian universities. These universities have been highlighted for issuing degrees without the proper legal authority. Students who wish to enrol should verify the credibility of their chosen university by visiting the official government or UGC website. Get the latest notification from UGC below.
Fake Universities Alert Notice by UGC PDF (Official)
22 Fake Universities in India State-wise
22 Fake universities are institutions that claim to offer valid degrees but are not recognised by the applicable regulatory organisations. They cheat uninformed students by providing unapproved certifications with no academic or professional significance. These institutions frequently operate under deceptive identities, generating confusion among students. Check the university names below –
| Sl No | Fake University Name with Address | State |
| 1 | Christ New Testament Deemed University, #32-32-2003, 7th Lane, Kakumanuvarithoto, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh-522002 and Fit No. 301, Grace Villa Apts., 7/5, Srinagar, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh-522002 | Andhra Pradesh |
| 2 | Bible Open University of India, H.No. 49-35-26, N.G.O’s Colony, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh-530016 | Andhra Pradesh |
| 3 | All India Institute of Public & Physical Health Sciences (AIIPHS) State Government University, Office Kh. No. 608-609, 1st Floor, Sant Kripal Singh Public Trust Building, Near BDO Office, Alipur, Delhi-110036 | Delhi |
| 4 | Commercial University Ltd., Daryaganj, Delhi. | Delhi |
| 5 | United Nations University, Delhi | Delhi |
| 6 | Vocational University, Delhi | Delhi |
| 7 | ADR-Centric Juridical University, ADR House, 8J, Gopala Tower, 25 Rajendra Place, New Delhi – 110 008 | Delhi |
| 8 | Indian Institute of Science and Engineering, New Delhi | Delhi |
| 9 | Viswakarma Open University for Self-Employment, Rozgar Sewasadan, 672, Sanjay Enclave, Opp. GTK Depot, Delhi-110033 | Delhi |
| 10 | Adhyatmik Vishwavidyalaya (Spiritual University), 351-352, Phase-I, Block-A, Vijay Vihar, Rithala, Rohini, Delhi-110085 | Delhi |
| 11 | World Peace of United Nations University (WPUNU), No.-201, 2st Floor, Best Business Park, Netaji Subhash Place, Pitampura, New Delhi-110034 | Delhi |
| 12 | Institute of Management and Engineering, 1810/4, Ist Floor, Kotla Mubarakpur | Delhi |
| 13 | International Islamic University of Prophetic Medicine (IIUPM), Kunnamangalam Kozhikode, Kerala-673571 | Kerala |
| 14 | St. John’s University, Kishanattam, Kerala | Kerala |
| 15 | Raja Arabic University, Nagpur, Maharashtra | Maharashtra |
| 16 | Sree Bodhi Academy of Higher Education, No. 186, Thilaspet, Vazhuthavoor Road, Puducherry-605009 | Puducherry |
| 17 | Gandhi Hindi Vidyapith, Prayag, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh |
| 18 | Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose University (Open University), Achaltal, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh |
| 19 | Bhartiya Shiksha Parishad, Bharat Bhawan, Matiyari Chinhat, Faizabad Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 227 105 | Uttar Pradesh |
| 20 | Mahamaya Technical University, PO – Maharishi Nagar , Distt. Gb Nagar , Opp. Sec 110 , Sector 110 , Noida – 201304 | Uttar Pradesh |
| 21 | Indian Institute of Alternative Medicine, Kolkatta | West Bengal |
| 22 | Institute of Alternative Medicine and Research, 8-A, Diamond Harbour Road, Builtech Inn, 2nd Floor, Thakurpurkur, Kolkatta – 700063 | West Bengal |

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