UGC derecognises SHUATS Distance Learning Programmes for 4 years
University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a notice informing that it has debarred Sam Higginbottom Institute of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences (SHUATS) from offering distance education programmes from the academic session 2016-17 to 2019-20.
As per the notice, UGC has debarred SHUATS from admitting students in any of the distance learning programmes for the debarred period, that is, 2016-17 to 2019-20. Further, SHUATS has been informed that it cannot initiate admission process from the academic session 2016-2017 onwards without prior approval from UGC.
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UGC in its notice informs that the reason behind this step is that: “The Sam Higginbottom Institute of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHIATS), Allahabad has continuously violated the norms/guidelines/directives and UGC (Institutions Deemed to be Universities) Regulations, 2016 framed by UGC particularly on adherence of territorial jurisdiction policy”.
UGC derecognises SHUATS Distance Learning Programmes for 4 years
Programmes that were offered by SHUATS through the distance learning mode are as mentioned below:
| Computer Sciences Programmes |
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| Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) |
Master of Computer Application (MCA) |
Master of Science in Computer Science (MSc CS) |
| Master of Library & Information Science (MLISc) |
Bachelor of Library & Information Science (BLISc) |
Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application (PGDCA) |
| Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication (PGJMC) |
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| Management Programmes |
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| BBA |
BBA (HM) |
BBA (TM) |
| MBA Finance |
MBA IB |
MBA Marketing |
| MBA Retail |
MBA HR |
MBA IT |
| MBA Banking |
MBA Operations |
MBA (3 years) |
| MBA Supply Chain Management |
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| Humanities, Arts & Commerce Programmes |
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| Master of Arts (MA) |
Master of Commerce (MCom) |
Bachelor of Arts (BA) |
| Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) |
Master of Social Works (MSW) |
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| Diploma Programme |
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| Diploma in export & International Marketing (DEM) |
Diploma in Sale & Marketing (DSM) |
Diploma in Tourism Management (DTM) |
| Diploma in Hotel Management (DHM) |
Diploma in Financial Management & Accounting (DFM) |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks ago
The last date for the SHIATS Exam has been already passed, the last date was 10th July 2025 and its counselling session began on 22nd July 2025.
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Answered 2 months ago
In order to make a choice between BPharma courses offered by MMMUT and SHUATS, students can compare the options based on significant factors such as fees and Shiksha rating. To help, presented below is a comparison between the BPharma courses at MMMUT and SHUATS based on fees and ratings:
BPharma Offering University | Course Fees | Shiksha Rating |
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MMMUT | INR 2.2 lakh | 4.1/5 |
SHUATS | INR 5.6 lakh | 3.8/5 |
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Answered 2 months ago
To know which is a better choice, students must weigh both options based on important factors, such as fees and the highest salary. As per official sources, the fees to pursue an MBA at UAS Bangalore and IFMR Graduate School of Business is INR 50,500 and INR 1.98 lakh, respectively. In terms of fees
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SHUATS Allahabad can be reached via the major modes of transportation. Students can arrive at the Prayagraj Airport and take a short 30-minute drive to reach the university campus. Further, students who opt for railways route can reach the Prayagraj Junction Railway Station and take a mere 20-minute
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Answered 2 months ago
SHUATS provides a large diversity of courses to students across various streams, and is heavily oriented towards the Agricultural field. Below is the list of the various faculty departments at Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences:
SHUATS Faculties |
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Agriculture |
Engineering and Technology |
Science |
Theology |
Management, Humanities, and Social Sciences |
Health Sciences |
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Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences provides the flagship Bachelor of Science (BSc) program, which provides a solid Scientific foundation to students. The course is available in various specializations, and is geared towards the Agricultural fields. The SHUATS BSc pro
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Answered 2 months ago
Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences has a talented and compassionate faculty. The serving Chancellor at the university is Dr. Jetti A. Oliver, who manages the regular affairs of SHUATS University Allahabad. The Vice Chancellor is Bishop (Prof.) Rajendra B. Lal. Smt. A
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