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Foreign University Collaboration & Partnership

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Foreign University Collaboration

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At Startup Solicitors LLP, we specialize in providing comprehensive **legal and regulatory services** for Indian institutions seeking academic collaborations, joint degrees, twinning programs, and campus partnerships with foreign universities. Our expert team ensures full compliance with UGC, AICTE, and FHEI Regulations 2023 — from MoU drafting to visa support, IP sharing, and revenue models.

Global education partnerships require navigating complex cross-border laws on degree recognition, FDI, repatriation, IP licensing, and student mobility. Our services cover UGC (Academic Collaboration) Regulations 2022, AICTE dual-degree guidelines, NEP 2020 alignment, and FHEI campus setup. With Startup Solicitors LLP, your international collaboration is legally robust, academically credible, and globally recognized.

What's Included in Our Foreign University Collaboration Service?

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MoU & Collaboration Agreement Drafting

Legally binding MoUs for twinning, joint degrees, credit transfer, faculty exchange, and research collaboration compliant with UGC Regulations 2022.

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UGC/AICTE Approval for Joint & Dual Degrees

Application filing, curriculum mapping, 1+1/2+2/3+1 structure validation, and equivalence certification with foreign partner institutions.

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FHEI Campus Setup & Compliance (Offshore Campus)

Full support under UGC FHEI Regulations 2023 — eligibility verification, land norms, FDI compliance, and state government NOC for foreign branch campuses.

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IP Licensing & Revenue Sharing Framework

Drafting IP license for curriculum, brand, and content; revenue split models, royalty structures, and escrow mechanisms for sustained partnerships.

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Student Mobility & Visa Compliance

FRRO registration, student visa support, credit transfer policies, degree equivalence, and insurance compliance for outbound/inbound students.

Why Global Education Partners Trust Us

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Pioneers in UGC FHEI & Twinning Regulations

First law firm to secure approvals under UGC (Academic Collaboration) Regulations 2022.

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50+ International Tie-Ups Enabled

With universities in USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, Singapore, and UAE.

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End-to-End Legal + Academic + FDI Support

From MoU to student visa, FDI filing, and degree recognition.

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30-Day MoU & Approval Roadmap

Launch-ready collaboration agreements and regulatory filings in record time.

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Expertise in NEP 2020 Globalisation Goals

Twinning, joint degrees, ODL, FHEI, and credit recognition under ABC framework.

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Served Top Indian & Global Universities

IITs, IIMs, private universities, and QS Top 200 foreign partners.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Foreign University Collaboration
1. Can Indian colleges award joint degrees with foreign universities?
Yes, under UGC (Academic Collaboration) Regulations 2022. Allowed structures: Twinning (1+1, 2+2), Joint Degree, and Dual Degree. Both institutions must be recognized, and the program needs UGC/AICTE approval. We handle full application and MoU drafting.
2. Can foreign universities set up campuses in India?
Yes, under UGC FHEI Regulations 2023. The foreign university must be ranked in the top 500 globally (overall or subject-wise) or be a reputed institution in its home country. No FDI cap, but prior UGC approval is mandatory. We provide end-to-end FHEI compliance.
3. Is FDI allowed in education collaborations?
Yes, 100% FDI is allowed via automatic route in the education sector (for formal education). Revenue from foreign students can be repatriated. We structure FDI-compliant JV/SPV models with escrow and royalty clauses.
4. Are degrees from twinning programs recognized in India and abroad?
Yes, if the program is approved by UGC/AICTE and follows credit transfer norms under the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC). The Indian degree is awarded by the local institution. We ensure global equivalence and AIU certification.
5. Can online degrees be offered under international collaboration?
Yes, under UGC (ODL and Online Programs) Regulations 2020. Both institutions must be entitled to offer online degrees. We draft ODL-compliant collaboration agreements with IP and revenue-sharing terms.
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