University Grants Commission of Bangladesh (abbreviated as UCG), is the apex body responsible for overseeing higher education in Bangladesh, ensuring quality standards, and advising on university development. It was established on 16 December 1972, according to the Presidential Order (P.O. No 10 of 1973) of the Government of People's Republic of Bangladesh. It regulates public and private universities, promoting academic excellence and supporting research initiatives across the country.

History

In 2010, the Government of Bangladesh announced bringing out reforms in University Grants Commission of Bangladesh (UGC) and decided to change UGC into Higher Education Commission of Bangladesh (HEC).

Purpose

The UGC is the apex body of all the affiliated public, private and international universities of Bangladesh. It provides funds for "Government Funded Universities" of Bangladesh. Its mission is to ensure the quality of higher education throughout the country. Private universities must obtain permission from UGC before they operate. UGC was designed to maintain the autonomous nature of the universities. The underlying principle is that the Government should not deal directly with the universities, either individually or collectively; instead, it should deal with the UGC, which, in turn, deals directly with the universities. UGC offers scholarships to outstanding students, funds research, and organizes seminars.

Administrative structure

BUGC consists of the following members:

Divisions

Registered Universities

There are 55 Public Universities, 113 Private Universities, 2 International Universities, and 2 special universities registered under UGC, Bangladesh.

Public Universities at a glance