Fake Universities Alert: Check Latest Notice by UGC

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 –