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Private University

Private University is an institution of higher education that is privately funded and managed, often with a focus on specific academic programs or research, and operates independently from government control or financial support.

West Bengal Green University Act, 2017

An Act to provide for constitution and incorporation of the West Bengal Green University in the State of West Bengal and for certain matters incidental thereto and connected therewith.

The Adamas University Rules, 2018

Without prejudice to the powers conferred by section 10 of the Act, the Visitor can through its Secretariat, summons any employee including the Chancellor of the University for the purpose of any enquiry or investigation.

The Sister Nivedita University Act, 2017

An Act to provide for the establishment and incorporation of the Sister Nivedita University at New Town, in the district of North 24-Parganas, West Bengal and to confer the status of a Private University thereon and for matters connected therewith and incidental thereto.

The Adamas University Act, 2014

An Act to provide for the establishment and incorporation of the Adamas University at Barasat, in the district of North 24-Parganas, West Bengal and to confer the status of a Private University thereon and for matters connected therewith and incidental thereto;

Seacom Skills University Act, 2014

An Act to provide for the establishment and incorporation of the Seacom Skills University in the district of Birbhum, West Bengal and to confer the status of a private University thereon and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto;

Procedure for Seeking UGC Permission by Private Universities

An Expert Committee would be constituted by the UGC to ascertain whether the University fulfills the criteria in terms of programs, faculty, infrastructurals, financial viability, etc.

West Bengal Government’s Policy for Setting-up Private Universities

Every applicant who desires to set up Private University in West Bengal, may apply along with application fees of Rs. One lakh. The application should also contain ten (10) copies of Detailed Project Report (DPR).

Inspection of Engineering and Technology Institutes by Expert Committee

The team of experts comprising the Inspection Team as well as the name of the Institute to be inspected shall be finalized by the Higher Education Department.