Government of India and Maharashtra State Government Initiative for Implementation of NEP 2020

The Government of India has introduced the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) to bring transformative changes in the country’s education system. This policy aims to replace the traditional education framework, followed since the British era, with a modern, globally relevant and competitive structure. In line with this policy, the Government of Maharashtra issued a Government Resolution (GR) dated 20th April 2023, outlining various rules and regulations, and directed all autonomous colleges to adhere to the same.

• Multidisciplinary Approach: NEP 2020 promotes a multidisciplinary approach to education, encouraging students to choose subjects across different disciplines and bridging the gap between arts, sciences, and humanities.
• Reduction in Content Overload: NEP 2020 emphasizes reducing the content overload in the curriculum to focus on core concepts and critical thinking rather than rote memorization.
• Skill Development and Vocational Education: NEP 2020 places significant importance on skill development and vocational education, aiming to provide students with practical skills and promote entrepreneurship.
• Assessment Reforms: NEP 2020 advocates for a shift in assessment methods, aiming to move away from high-stakes examinations and focus on a more comprehensive and holistic assessment of student understanding and skills.
• Inclusion and Equity: NEP 2020 emphasizes inclusion and equity in education, aiming to address gender and social disparities, provide equal opportunities for marginalized communities, and promote inclusive education for students with disabilities.
• Research and Innovation: NEP 2020 recognizes the importance of research and innovation in education, encouraging the establishment of research centers and promoting a culture of research among students and teachers.
• Internationalization: NEP 2020 recognizes the significance of internationalization in education. It encourages collaborations and exchange programs between Indian and foreign institutions, promoting global exposure and cross-cultural learning.

Credit Framework under Three/Four-Years UG Programme with Multiple Entry and Multiple Exit options:

The structure of the Three/Four-year bachelor’s degree programme allows the opportunity to the students to experience the full range of holistic and multidisciplinary education in addition to a focus on the chosen major and minors as per their choices and the feasibility of exploring learning in different institutions. The minimum and maximum credit structure for different levels under the Three/Four -year UG Programme with multiple entry and multiple exit options are as given below:

Credit Framework under Three/Four-Years UG Programme with Multiple Entry and Multiple Exit options

Levels	Qualification Title	Credit Requirements (Minimum)	Credit Requirements (Maximum)	Semester	Year
4.5	UG Certificate	40	44	2	1
5.0	UG Diploma	80	88	4	2
5.5	Three Year Bachelor’s Degree	120	132	6	3
6.0	Bachelor’s Degree- Honours or Bachelor’s Degree- Honours with Research	160	176	8	4

Illustrative Credit distribution structure for First year - Academic year 2025-26

Level	Semester	Major		Minor	OE	VSC, SEC (VSEC)	AEC, VEC, IKS	OJT, FP, CEP, CC, RP	Cum. Cr./Sem.	Degree/Cum. Cr.
		Mandatory	Elective
4.5	SEM-I Com	4	-	4	2+2	VSC:2, SEC:2	AEC:2, VEC:2	CC:2	22	UG Certificate 44
	SEM-II Com	4	-	4	2+2	VSC:2, SEC:2	AEC:2, VEC:2	IKS:2	22
	Cum Cr.	8	-	8	8	4+4	4+4	4	44

Illustrative Credit distribution structure for Second year - Academic year 2025-26

5.0	SEM-III Com	MJ14	MJ24	-	MIN4	OE2	VSC:2,	AEC:2	CEP2 CC:2	22	UG Diploma 88
	SEM-IV Com	MJ14	MJ24	-	MIN4	OE2	SEC:2,	AEC:2	CEP2 CC:2	22
	Cum Cr.	24		-	16	12	8+4	8+4	4+8	88

Illustrative Credit distribution structure for Third year - Academic year 2025-26

5.5

SEM-V Com

MJ14

MJ24

MJ34

4

VSC:2

OJT:4

22

UG Degree 132

SEM-VI Com

MJ14

MJ24

MJ34

4

2

VSC:2

FP:2

22

Cum Cr.

24+24

8

16+2

12

8+4+4

8+4

4+8+4

132

Illustrative Credit distribution structure for PG - Academic year 2025-26

Level	Mandatory			Elective	RM/OJT
	5.5	I	MJ1 4T+2P			MJ1 4T+2P	MJ3 2T	3T+1P	RM 4		22	PG Degree 88
II		MJ1 4T+2P	MJ1 4T+2P	MJ3 2T	3T+1P	OJT:4		22
III		MJ1 4T+2P	MJ1 4T+2P	MJ3 2T	3T+1P		RP :4	22
IV		MJ1 4T+2P	MJ1 4T+2P	MJ3 2T	3T+1P		RP :4	22
Cum Cr.		56			16	08	08	88

Distribution of Credits across Four Years Degree Programmes

In general, for the four years’ bachelor’s degree programme, the distribution of credits will be as follows: a. Major (Core) Subject comprising Mandatory and Elective Courses:

• i. Minimum 50% of total credits corresponding to Three/Four - year UG Degree - Mandatory Courses offered in all Four years;
• ii. 2 credit course on Major Specific IKS shall be included under Major;
• iii. Elective courses of Major will be offered in the third and/or final year.
• iv. Vocational Skill Courses, Internship/ Apprenticeship, Field Projects, Research Projects connected to Major.

b. Minor Subject: 18-20 Credits

• i. The Minor subjects may be from the different disciplines of the same faculty of DSC Major (Core) or they can be from different faculty altogether.
• ii. The credits of Minor subjects shall be completed in the first three years of UG Programme.

c. Generic/ Open Elective Courses (OE): 10-12 credits

• i. It is to be offered in I and/or II year
• ii. Faculty-wise baskets of OE shall be prepared by University/ Autonomous Colleges.
• iii. OE is to be chosen compulsorily from faculty other than that of the Major.

d. Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses (VSEC): 14-16 credits Vocational Skill Courses (VSC): 8-10 credits, including Hands on Training corresponding to the Major and/or Minor Subject:

• i. To be offered in first three years;
• ii. Wherever applicable vocational courses will include skills based on advanced laboratory practicals of Major

Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC): 06 credits

• i. To be offered in I and II year;
• ii. To be selected from the basket of Skill Courses approved by University/ Autonomous Colleges

e. Ability Enhancement Courses (AEC), Indian Knowledge System (IKS) and Value Education Courses (VEC): 14 Credits AEC: 08 credits

• i. To be offered in I and II year
• ii. English: 04 Credits
• iii. Modern Indian Language: 04 credits
• iv. To be offered from the Basket approved by University / Autonomous College; The focus for both languages should be on linguistic and communication skills.

IKS: 2 Credits

• i. To be offered in I Year
• ii. Courses on IKS to be selected from the basket of IKS courses approved by University/ Autonomous Colleges

VEC: 04 Credits

• i. To be offered in I year
• ii. Value Education Courses (VEC) such as Understanding India, Environmental Science/Education, and Digital and Technological Solutions.

f. Field Projects/ Internship/ Apprenticeship/ Community Engagement and Service corresponding to the Major (Core) Subject, Co-curricular Courses (CC) and Research Project

• Internship/Apprenticeship corresponding to the Major (Core) Subject: 8 Credits
• Field Projects/Community Engagement and Service corresponding to the Major (Core) Subject: minimum 4-6 credits
• To be offered in II, and III years of UG Degree Programmes.
• Co-curricular Courses (CC) such as Health and Wellness, Yoga education sports, and fitness, Cultural Activities, NSS/NCC and Fine/ Applied/ Visual/ Performing Arts: 8 credits
• To be offered in I and/or II year
• Research Projects: 12 credits
• To be offered in the final year for 4 year Honours with Research UG Degree

The UGC Regulations, 2021 permit up to 40% of the total courses being offered in a particular programme in a semester through the Online Learning Courses offered through the SWAYAM platform and/or other State Level Common Platforms which can be developed in due course with the participation of different Universities/ HEIs.