Choice-based credit system in govt universities set to became a reality

Irani urged the states to adopt both the systems from the forthcoming academic session. “I also appeal to the states to hold discussions with vice-chancellors and principles, and appeal to the University Grants Commission (UGC) to provide guidance to the V-Cs,” she said. The ‘choice-based credit transfer system’ aims to enable students to opt for courses of their choice and pursue skills to enhance employability, and the grading system aims to facilitate seamless mobility of students across institutions. The ‘credit framework for skills’ allows multiple pathways between vocational education, skills, education and job markets.

A joint working group comprising central and state government nominees will be set up to sort out “critical issues” in the implementation of the two systems. The HRD ministry will also set up a grievance cell in the UGC to address the challenges for its implementation.

Irani, meanwhile, emphasised on the importance of skill and said providing choices to citizens should be the government’s goal. “As a minister, I feel proud of the fact that 15 years ago, I washed utensils in a hotel in Mumbai. I have no inhibitions about this because this country is all about possibilities,” she said.