Victoria University Receives UGC Approval to Launch Delhi NCR Campus

Victoria University Receives UGC Approval to Launch Delhi NCR Campus

Victoria University, Australia, has received the University Grants Commission (UGC) of India's Letter of Approval to establish and operate its campus in Gurugram, Delhi NCR, marking another major milestone in the internationalisation of Indian higher education.

Announced during the visit of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the approval reflects the strengthening educational partnership between India and Australia under the UGC (Setting up and Operation of Campuses of Foreign Higher Educational Institutions in India) Regulations, 2023.

The new campus is expected to welcome its first batch of students in 2026, providing Indian learners with direct access to internationally recognised Australian degrees without the need to study abroad.

Key Highlights

• UGC approval granted for Victoria University's Delhi NCR campus.

• Admissions expected to commence in 2026.

• Internationally recognised Australian qualifications available in India.

• Introduction of Victoria University's renowned Block Model®, offering immersive and career-focused learning.

• Enhanced opportunities for student and faculty exchange, collaborative research, and industry partnerships.

• Strengthens the implementation of National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 by expanding access to global higher education.

The establishment of Victoria University India represents a significant step toward building stronger academic, research, and innovation ecosystems between India and Australia. It also reinforces India's vision of becoming a global destination for quality higher education while offering students world-class learning opportunities closer to home.

As more leading international universities establish campuses in India, students can expect greater academic choices, enhanced global exposure, and improved career opportunities within an internationally connected education ecosystem.