Hi,

If you are studying in a college which does not have AICTE approval then your graduation degree will not be valid. It will not only affect your higher studies, it will also be difficult for you to get a job. But, if you are directly studying (NOT affiliated) in a UNIVERSITY (not college) which has UGC approval then you don’t need to worry about AICTE approval. Because, COLLEGES need AICTE approval compulsorily, UNIVERSITIES do not require AICTE approval. If you are currently studying in a college without AICTE approval, don’t be depressed, just leave the college and join any other college which has AICTE approval.

1. One of the main differences between AICTE and UGC, is that the former is exclusively formed for technical education.

2. While technical institutions are overlooked by the AICTE, the other universities and colleges fall under the UGC.

3. UGC approves universities in the country. It provides funds for affiliated universities and colleges. The AICTE is only a statutory body, which deals with co-ordinated development and proper planning of the technical education system in the country.

4. The AICTE was established in 1945, and the UGC in 1956.

Hope this helps.