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University & College Approval

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University & College Approval

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At Startup Solicitors LLP, we specialize in providing end-to-end legal and compliance services for establishing and obtaining statutory approvals for universities, colleges, and higher education institutions in India. Our expert team ensures your institution secures UGC, AICTE, NAAC, PCI, BCI, or other regulatory approvals on a solid legal foundation—from land compliance and trust formation to policy drafting and inspection readiness.

Setting up a university or college involves navigating stringent regulatory frameworks, infrastructure norms, faculty qualifications, and governance structures. Our services cover everything from Section 8/Trust registration and land conversion to UGC compliance, NAAC SSR preparation, AICTE EoA, and PCI SIF submission. With Startup Solicitors LLP, your institution achieves full regulatory compliance and accreditation readiness from day one.

What's Included in Our University & College Approval Service?

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Entity Formation & Statutory Compliance

Formation of Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company with MOA aligned to UGC/AICTE norms and 12A/80G registration.

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UGC University Approval (Section 2(f) & 12B)

Complete application for Deemed/Private/State University status, compliance with UGC Regulations 2018, and state legislature support.

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AICTE / PCI / BCI Approval Support

EoA, SIF submission, infrastructure verification, faculty roster compliance, and deficiency removal for technical/pharmacy/law colleges.

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NAAC Accreditation Readiness (SSR & AQAR)

End-to-end NAAC SSR drafting, IIQA submission, data validation, DVV clarification, and peer team visit preparation.

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Governance & Policy Documentation

Statutes, ordinances, academic council bylaws, anti-ragging policy, grievance redressal, gender sensitization, and research policy drafting.

Why Higher Education Institutions Trust Us

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15+ Years in Higher Education Law

Deep expertise in UGC, AICTE, NAAC, NIRF, and state university acts.

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150+ Colleges & Universities Approved

From engineering and pharmacy to management and arts institutions.

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End-to-End CA + Legal + Academic Audit Support

Integrated services including PFC, budget planning, and faculty compliance.

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90-Day NAAC SSR Turnaround

From data collection to final submission — faster than internal teams.

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Expertise Across All Regulatory Bodies

UGC, AICTE, PCI, BCI, MCI, INC, COA, ICAR, and state higher education councils.

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Deemed University & Autonomous Status Specialists

Guided 10+ institutions to UGC Category I/II autonomy and deemed status.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

University & College Approvals
1. Can a private trust establish a university in India?
Yes, via three routes: State Private University Act, Deemed-to-be-University under UGC, or Section 8 Company with state approval. We guide you on the fastest and most viable path based on land, corpus, and vision.
2. How long does AICTE approval take for a new engineering college?
AICTE issues Extension of Approval (EoA) annually. For a new college, the first LoA typically takes 6–9 months post-land readiness and SIF submission. We ensure zero deficiencies during scrutiny.
3. Is NAAC accreditation mandatory for all colleges?
Yes, under UGC Mandatory Assessment and Accreditation Regulations 2023, all HEIs must apply for NAAC within 3 years of establishment. Non-compliance affects funding and autonomy. We deliver Grade A-ready SSRs.
4. What is the minimum land requirement for a university?
UGC: 10 acres (urban) / 25 acres (rural) for multi-faculty; AICTE: 2.5–10 acres based on program. Land must be in the name of the trust with CLU. We verify title, conversion, and encumbrance.
5. Can foreign universities set up campuses in India?
Yes, under UGC (Setting up and Operation of Campuses of Foreign Higher Educational Institutions in India) Regulations, 2023. Requires top-500 global ranking or subject excellence. We provide full FHEI Compliance & MoU Drafting.
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