Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University (Bamu) has made a significant decision impacting both students and educational institutions for the academic year 2025-26. A total of 233 colleges under Bamu’s jurisdiction have been banned from admitting first-year students because they did not obtain accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).
Why is NAAC Accreditation Mandatory?
The State Government mandates NAAC accreditation to ensure:
- Better education quality
- Improved infrastructure and facilities
- Eligibility for government grants
Colleges failing to secure NAAC accreditation face serious consequences, including the loss of government funding and prohibition from admitting new students.
Impact on Bamu-Affiliated Colleges
Bamu has 484 affiliated colleges across four districts:
- Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
- Jalna
- Beed
- Dharashiv
Out of these, 233 colleges did not meet the NAAC requirement, leading the university to set their admission quota to zero, effectively banning admissions for the upcoming year.
District-Wise Breakdown of the Admission Ban
- Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: 87 colleges
- Beed: 64 colleges
- Jalna: 51 colleges
- Dharashiv: 31 colleges
Many affected colleges have been established since the 1990s or early 2000s, including some notable institutions.
What Students and Parents Should Do
If you are planning to apply to colleges under Bamu’s jurisdiction, it is crucial to:
- Verify the NAAC accreditation status of your preferred colleges before applying.
- Be aware that colleges without NAAC accreditation may not offer admissions for the 2025-26 academic year.
This decision aims to protect students’ interests and uphold quality education standards.
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