University Grants Commission – UGC

-Established in 1953 and made into a statutory organisation with the UGC Act in 1956.

Role

-responsible for coordinating, determining and maintaining standards of higher education.

-provides recognition to universities in India and disburses funds to such recognised universities and colleges.

-Promoting and coordinating university education.

-Advising the Central and State governments on the measures necessary for the improvement of university education.