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Guru Gobind Singh IPU will introduce a special orphan quota in its programmes, adding to last year’s Single Girl Child quota.
Guru Gobind Singh IPU will introduce a special orphan quota.
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (IPU) has decided to introduce a special quota for orphan children across its various programmes, adding to the Single Girl Child quota that was implemented last year.
The university’s Academic Council has approved this new quota, which will take effect from the 2025-26 academic session. Under the scheme, one extra seat will be reserved in each of the university’s schools and programmes specifically for orphaned students. Those admitted under this quota will also receive a full fee waiver under the university’s EWS (Economically Weaker Section) scheme, as reported by news agency PTI.
Padma Shri Prof (Dr) Mahesh Verma, the Vice Chancellor of IPU, stated that the university is committed to providing access to quality education for all, including orphan children who have lost their parents due to the COVID-19 pandemic or other circumstances.
The university also plans to assist these students by helping them secure financial support through various government welfare schemes. With this move, IP University will be among the first universities in India to implement such a quota. Detailed guidelines and eligibility criteria will soon be published on the university’s official website.
During the Academic Council meeting, several other academic changes and additions were also discussed. Among these is the introduction of a dedicated PhD programme for working professionals, allowing them to pursue research degrees while continuing their careers. The council has also approved lateral entry for the MBA programme in Fire and Industrial Safety, providing more flexibility for candidates with relevant qualifications.
In addition, the university plans to expand its foreign language offerings by adding certificate courses in Spanish and other widely spoken international languages. New academic programmes will include a five-year integrated BA-MA course in Philosophy and four-year BEd Special Education programmes in three additional disciplines. A Post-MSc Diploma in Radiological Physics will also be introduced to cater to the growing demand in the healthcare sector.
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To further promote Indian heritage and innovation, the university will set up an “In-Situ Centre for Indian Knowledge System and Technology Innovation,” which will focus on preserving and promoting India’s traditional knowledge systems and technological advancements.
Meanwhile, the Narela campus of IP University will soon become operational with new programmes like MSc in Microbiology, along with several certificate and diploma courses, adding to the university’s expanding academic infrastructure.
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