In universities and colleges across the country assistant professor There is news of great relief for the youth who dream of becoming. University Grants Commission (UGC) By making major changes in the recruitment rules NET (National Eligibility Test) Has been removed from the mandatory list. this decision 6 January 2025 Union Education Minister to Dharmendra Pradhan Announced by.

What are the new rules?

Now to become Assistant Professor only It will not be mandatory to pass NETcandidate who ME (Master of Engineering) come on M.Tech (Master of Technology) In 55% marks Post Graduate with B.Sc., they can directly apply for Assistant Professor.

• resilience: Candidates can now apply for teaching posts based on their subjects, regardless of whether their previous studies were in any other subject.
• Diversity in level of education: For example, if a candidate has PhD in Chemistry, Graduation in Mathematics And Post Graduation in Physics is, then he teaching chemistry Will be considered eligible for.

Changes as per National Education Policy (NEP) 2020

ugc chairman Mamidala Jagdish Kumar Said that the main objective of this amendment National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 aims to be accomplished. After this change, universities will now get more flexibility in appointing qualified candidates.

Candidates will get benefit

• Candidates can now Will be able to teach on the basis of expertise.
• PhD holders will get additional benefits.
• Candidates from different disciplines can now apply in their chosen field.
• shortage of teachers This step will play an important role in removing the problem.

Change in standards for becoming Vice Chancellor

• to become the first vice chancellor 10 years of academic experience were required.
• Now in industry, administration and public sector 10 years senior experience Candidates with the following will also be eligible to become the Vice Chancellor.

Impact of new rules

• Participation of qualified candidates will increase in the education sector.
• The appointment process to teaching posts will be fast and simple.
• The shortage of assistant professors will be removed.
• Students will find teachers with expertise in a variety of subjects.

What next?

1. The new rules will be implemented soon.
2. Candidates will get more opportunities to apply based on their merit.
3. This change will prove to be important in meeting the shortage of teachers in universities.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes. Candidates should wait for the official notification.