• The Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) is set to replace the University Grants Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
  • Aims to unify the regulatory framework for higher education in India.

Background & Objectives

  • Proposed under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
  • Key objectives:
    • Improve educational standards and accreditation processes.
    • Monitor institutions effectively to ensure quality education.
    • Eliminate inconsistencies caused by multiple regulators.