UGC New Rules 2026: What Are Equity Regulations


27 Jan 2026

The government announced new UGC regulations to curb caste-based discrimination at campuses



Under the Equity Regulations, institutions are required to establish an Equal Opportunity Centre (EOC) 


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The centre will handle complaints and work towards inclusion for disadvantaged groups 


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These regulations came following a Supreme Court order



The petition was filed by the mothers of Rohith Vemula and Payal Tadvi



The move has triggered protests from upper caste or General category students



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The students argue that no separate provisions have been made for them



Protesters also alleged that the regulations could lead to an increase in complaints 


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