Frequently Asked Questions — Vivekananda Global University Online

Yes. Vivekananda Global University is officially entitled by the University Grants Commission – Distance Education Bureau (UGC-DEB) under the UGC (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020. This entitlement allows VGU to offer full-fledged undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs through 100% online delivery.

Yes, absolutely. Under Regulation 22 of the UGC ODL and Online Regulations, online degrees from UGC-recognised universities carry full legal equivalence to on-campus degrees. Graduates qualify for UPSC Civil Services (IAS, IPS, IFS), SSC CGL and CHSL, State Public Service Commissions (RPSC, UPPSC, BPSC, MPPSC), banking exams (IBPS PO, SBI PO, RBI Grade B), PSU recruitments (ONGC, IOCL, NTPC, BHEL), and defence and railway services.

Vivekananda Global University holds the prestigious NAAC A+ Grade accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council, reflecting the highest standards of faculty expertise, governance, research output, and curriculum quality.

Yes. Professional technical and management programs, including the Online MBA and Online MCA, carry statutory approval from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

Yes. VGU is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU, London). Credential evaluation bodies such as WES and ECE recognise VGU degrees for Canadian Permanent Residency (Express Entry / CRS points) and university admissions across the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and Europe.

In compliance with UGC regulations, the degree certificate specifies the program name and states that it was delivered via the Online mode, alongside the university seal and graduation credits. The legal standing, credit value, and corporate validity are completely equivalent to an on-campus degree.

VGU Online conducts admissions twice per academic year — the January/February Session (application window November to February) and the July/August Session (application window May to August).

Every student enrolling in an online program must generate a unique UGC-DEB ID on the government portal (deb.ugc.ac.in) using DigiLocker or Aadhaar credentials. This verifies your legal entitlement and takes about 5 minutes to create.

The ABC ID is a unique 12-digit digital student credit account under the NEP 2020, accessible via abc.gov.in or DigiLocker. It stores all academic credits earned during your degree, enabling credit mobility, lateral entry, and seamless verification.

No entrance examination score (CAT, MAT, XAT, or NIMCET) is mandatory. Admissions are merit-based using your qualifying Bachelor's degree aggregate — minimum 50% for General category, 45% for reserved categories — and successful document scrutiny.

Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Senior Secondary) from a recognised Central or State Board in any stream with at least 45% to 50% aggregate marks. For BCA, prior exposure to Mathematics or Computer Science is advantageous but not mandatory.

Yes. International students and NRIs from across the globe can enrol. Applicants must submit passport copies and, where applicable, an AIU Equivalence Certificate for foreign school or bachelor's degrees.

The total tuition fee for the Online MBA is INR 1,50,000, payable across 4 equal semester instalments of INR 37,500. With a single upfront lump sum, students receive a concession bringing the total to approximately INR 1,27,500 to 1,35,000.

Yes. VGU Online partners with education finance institutions (Propelld, Eduvanz, LiquiLoans) to offer 0% interest monthly EMI schemes. Students can split fees into manageable monthly instalments starting at approximately INR 6,250 per month for MBA/MCA and INR 3,666 per month for BBA/BCA, with zero processing fees.

The application and registration fee is INR 1,000 (one-time, non-refundable). The term-end examination fee is approximately INR 1,500 to 2,000 per semester, paid during exam slot booking.

VGU offers multiple scholarship schemes — Merit Scholarship (10–20% concession for 80%+ marks), Defence and Police Quota (15%), Women Empowerment (10%), Divyangjan/PwD (20% for 40%+ disability), Alumni Loyalty (15%), and Sibling/Corporate Bulk enrolments (10%).

VGU follows the statutory UGC Fee Refund Policy. Refund tiers are 100% (15+ days before last date), 90% (less than 15 days before), 80% (15 days or less after), 50% (16–30 days after), and 0% (more than 30 days after the last date of admission).

Academic delivery follows a blended model through the VGU LMS 4.0 portal — self-paced recorded HD lectures available 24/7, weekend live interactive sessions on Saturdays and Sundays, downloadable e-books and case studies, and interactive peer-to-peer and faculty discussion forums.

Live attendance is highly encouraged but not strictly mandatory. All live classes are recorded and uploaded to the LMS within 4 hours, allowing working professionals to watch at their convenience. However, maintaining regular LMS progress (module views and quiz attempts) is required.

Yes. VGU LMS 4.0 is fully responsive with dedicated Android and iOS mobile applications. Students can stream lectures, download e-books for offline reading, attempt quizzes, and receive real-time notifications on smartphones.

Students can resolve doubts through multiple channels — raising questions during live weekend masterclasses, posting queries on the subject-specific LMS Discussion Board (resolved within 24–48 hours), attending monthly faculty AMA sessions, and contacting their assigned Student Relationship Manager (SRM).

No physical travel is required. All term-end examinations are conducted in a 100% Online, Remote AI-Proctored format from home or workplace using a laptop or desktop with webcam, microphone, and stable internet.

VGU follows a 30:70 evaluation schema. Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA) carries 30% weightage through assignments, quizzes, and case studies. The Term-End Examination (TEE) carries 70% weightage with MCQs, short analytical questions, and descriptive case scenarios.

The system employs multi-layered security — 360-degree room scan before commencement, continuous dual monitoring (AI plus live human invigilators), facial recognition matched against your student ID, secure browser lockdown preventing new tabs or applications, and AI audio analysis detecting background voices.

If you miss an examination or fail to secure passing marks (minimum 40% aggregate), you can reappear in the subsequent semester exam cycle by paying a nominal re-examination fee of INR 500 to 750 per paper.

Yes. VGU Online provides 100% dedicated career and placement assistance through its Corporate Resource Cell (CRC) and the proprietary VGU One Placement Platform.

The ecosystem includes AI-powered ATS resume building, LinkedIn profile transformation, technical and HR mock interviews, soft skills and communication bootcamps, and virtual recruitment drives with 367+ corporate partners.

The highest international package is INR 44.00 LPA. The highest domestic package is INR 14.00 LPA. Average packages range from INR 4.60 to 5.50 LPA for MBA, INR 4.20 to 5.00 LPA for MCA, and INR 3.20 to 4.00 LPA for BBA/BCA. Working professionals typically see salary appraisals of 45% to 70% post-degree.

Over 367+ organisations recruit VGU graduates, including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, Cognizant, Accenture, IBM, Samsung R&D, Amazon, Flipkart, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Deloitte, KPMG, Sun Pharma, Cipla, and Tata Motors.

Digital copies of grade cards and provisional certificates are uploaded to your LMS portal and pushed to DigiLocker / NAD immediately upon result declaration. Physical printed certificates are dispatched via Speed Post. Students are also invited to the annual convocation ceremony at the VGU Jaipur campus.

Yes. As a VGU student, you are welcome to visit the 30+ acre campus in Jagatpura, Jaipur for library access, faculty consultations, seminars, and the annual convocation.

Yes. Students can request a specialisation change before Semester 3 (when functional electives begin) by submitting a formal request through the student support portal.

Reach the support desk via the Student Support Portal at support.onlinevgu.com, toll-free helpline +91 08035018677 (Monday to Saturday, 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM IST), or email [email protected] / [email protected]. Campus address is Vivekananda Global University, Sector 36, NRI Road, Jagatpura, Jaipur, Rajasthan 303012.