UGC Encourages HEIs to Expand Academic Bank of Credits

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has initiated efforts to bolster the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) across higher education institutions (HEIs), as per a recent announcement. Introduced under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the ABC initiative, launched in 2021, aims to facilitate the accumulation and transfer of academic credits.
In a notification, the UGC urges HEIs to support the ABC initiative by implementing measures to broaden the ABC portal’s accessibility. Students are required to register on the portal and upload their academic data, including credits earned from the academic year 2021-22 onwards, along with their unique ABC ID.
The notification emphasizes the collaborative efforts between UGC and Digi-locker to assist institutions in navigating the ABC portal seamlessly. HEIs are urged to enhance their engagement with the portal ahead of the upcoming academic session.
Furthermore, the UGC plans to update state governments regularly on HEIs’ progress in integrating with the ABC portal. This initiative aims to incentivize institutions to fully operationalize the portal, thereby promoting flexibility and smooth credit transfers for students across institutions.
The ABC initiative aligns with NEP 2020’s vision of enhancing higher education flexibility. UGC’s proactive approach, coupled with support from Digi-locker, is expected to streamline operations and improve user experience for both HEIs and students.
As the new academic year approaches, UGC encourages all HEIs to prioritize ABC implementation and urges students to actively participate in registering and uploading their academic records. This concerted effort aims to maximize the ABC portal’s reach and effectiveness, benefiting the entire academic community.