Notice
Proposed Private Digital Open University · Application under review with Punjab Higher Education DepartmentPre-Registration Open · Express interest for the proposed July 2026 inaugural batch (subject to approval)Submission aligned with Punjab Private Digital Open Universities Policy, 2026 — approval pendingProgramme delivery proposed via Online Learning and ODL modes — pending UGC/UGC-DEB recognitionDPR submitted to Punjab Higher Education Department · Application under statutory reviewProposed Private Digital Open University · Application under review with Punjab Higher Education DepartmentPre-Registration Open · Express interest for the proposed July 2026 inaugural batch (subject to approval)Submission aligned with Punjab Private Digital Open Universities Policy, 2026 — approval pendingProgramme delivery proposed via Online Learning and ODL modes — pending UGC/UGC-DEB recognitionDPR submitted to Punjab Higher Education Department · Application under statutory review
MS Digital University

Mandatory Disclosure

In accordance with UGC (ODL & Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020, MS Digital University publishes this pre-launch mandatory disclosure covering planned institutional, academic, governance, and regulatory information — subject to statutory approvals.

UGC
Mandated By
Regulatory Requirement
Pre-Launch
Disclosure Type
Updated as Status Changes
ODL & OL
Applicable To
All Online Universities
UGC 2020
Framework
Regulations Compliant

About Mandatory Disclosure

Mandatory Disclosure is a regulatory requirement under UGC (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020. Every institution offering programmes through ODL or Online mode is required to disclose accurate, up-to-date information about its institutional, academic, governance, and financial status.

This pre-launch disclosure represents the current state of planning for MS Digital University — a proposed institution awaiting statutory approvals. Information here is subject to change as the regulatory process progresses. It will be updated fully once approvals are received and the university commences operations.

General Information

University NameMS Digital University
TypePrivate Digital Open University (Proposed)
StatePunjab, India
Year of EstablishmentPending — Subject to Statutory Approval
Websitewww.msdu.ac.in
Emailinfo@msdu.ac.in
PhoneAs per official contact
AddressPunjab, India

Regulatory & Academic Status

Recognition BodyUniversity Grants Commission (UGC)
Recognition UnderSection 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956
Governing PolicyPunjab Private Digital Open Universities Policy, 2026
UGC-DEB EntitlementPending — Application Filed
Proposed Programme LevelsUG, PG, Diploma, Certificate
Proposed Delivery ModesOnline Learning (OL) & ODL
NEP 2020 CompliancePlanned — Multiple Entry/Exit, ABC Integration
Medium of InstructionEnglish & Hindi (Planned)

Governance Structure

ChancellorTo be appointed per Punjab PDOUP Act, 2026
FounderTo be appointed per University Statutes
RegistrarTo be appointed per University Statutes
Governing BodyBoard of Management (To be constituted)
Academic BodyAcademic Council (To be constituted)
Finance CommitteeTo be constituted post-approval
IQACInternal Quality Assurance Cell — To be constituted post-approval
Grievance RedressalCommittee — To be constituted post-approval

Disclosure Covers

Institutional Information

Basic details about the proposed university including name, address, planned year of establishment, type, and recognition status.

Academic Programmes

Planned list of proposed programmes, their intended duration, fees, intake capacity, and mode of delivery — subject to UGC approval.

Faculty Information

Details of planned full-time and part-time faculty, their qualifications, designations, and areas of expertise — to be finalised post-approval.

Admissions & Fees

Planned admission criteria, eligibility requirements, indicative fee structure, and scholarship information for each proposed programme.

Infrastructure & Resources

Details of planned digital infrastructure, learning management system, library resources, and student support systems.

Examination & Results

Planned examination schedule, evaluation methodology, result declaration timelines, and assessment framework.

Compliance Note

This disclosure is being published in preparation for compliance with UGC (ODL & Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020 and will be updated as approvals are received or material changes occur.

  • UGC Regulations 2020
  • Punjab PDOUP Act, 2026
  • NEP 2020 Guidelines
  • UGC-DEB Requirements