Nagpur University Revises NEP Course Structure Within a Year of Implementation Nagpur University has revised the course structure introduced under the National Education Policy (NEP) for the 2024–25 academic session. Vice-chancellor Manali Kshirsagar confirmed that a circular detailing the changes will be issued on Wednesday. Under the revised framework approved by the Academic Council, students will study three subjects in the first year (Semesters I and II), choose a major and minor in the second year (Semesters III and IV), and continue only with the major from the third year (Semester V onwards). The model is referred to as the "3-2-1 formula." Students will also have the option of pursuing a four-year bachelor's honours degree or a research-oriented degree, which would make them eligible for direct admission to PhD programmes without a master's degree. Under the earlier NEP structure implemented last year, students were required to choose their major subject in the first semester. University officials said many students struggled to make this decision immediately after Class XII, prompting the revision. Other changes include a 60:40 theory-practical evaluation ratio and the introduction of an Indian Knowledge System elective. Officials indicated that such revisions are expected to continue in phases over the coming years, as directed by the state government. They also noted that the earlier structure risked creating staff imbalances across departments. However, the sudden revision has drawn criticism from sections of the academic community. Faculty members argued that at least one batch should have been allowed to complete the existing pattern before introducing further changes.#academic_council #nagpur_university #manali_kshirsagar #national_education_policy #nepr_implementation
