Department of School Education warns of ghost PU colleges
The Department of School Education has issued a warning about ghost Pre-University colleges as admissions for the 2026-27 academic year begin. Parents are urged to verify the legitimacy of PU colleges by checking their authorized locations and approved programs on the official website. Institutions violating regulations may face regulatory actions, including the withdrawal of academic recognition.
- ▪The Department of School Education has advised caution regarding fake Pre-University colleges during the admission process.
- ▪Parents should verify the authorized locations and approved combinations of PU colleges on the official website.
- ▪Institutions conducting activities outside approved locations may face regulatory action under the Pre-University Rules and the Karnataka Education Act.
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The Department of School Education (Pre-University) has advised students and parents to be wary of ghost (fake) Pre-University (PU) colleges as the I and II PUC admissions for 2026-27 are under way across the State.Parents seeking admission for their children to I and II PUC have been advised to exercise due diligence by verifying the authorised location of the PU colleges, the approved combinations offered, and the sanctioned intake strength, by referring to the official website of the department.“It has come to our notice that certain PU colleges are conducting academic activities at locations other than those officially approved by the Director, Department of School Education (Pre-University).
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