In a significant development, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced that more than 100 million students have successfully registered with the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC).
The Chairman of UGC, M Jagadesh Kumar, emphasized the importance of student registration with ABC as a crucial step towards establishing a student-friendly and flexible credit system in India.
Highlighting the remarkable achievement, Kumar expressed his satisfaction with the massive registration count.
Launched in accordance with the National Education Policy 2020, the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) serves as a digital repository for students to store all their credits acquired during their higher education journey.
Since December 2022, UGC has been in contact with affiliated universities and colleges,
urging them to ensure that students complete their online registration with ABC prior to commencing their undergraduate courses.
The Academic Bank of Credits will facilitate credit verification, accumulation, redemption, and certification of academic awards for students.
Introducing the ABC Portal
The Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) functions as a virtual repository that houses information regarding the credits earned by students throughout their learning journey.
The ABC Portal serves as a national-level platform designed to enhance course structure flexibility
and promote academic mobility among students in Indian Higher Educational Institutions (HELS) through seamless credit transfers.
How to Register on the Portal
To register on the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) portal (abc.gov.in), follow these simple steps:
1) Visit the ABC portal homepage.
2) Click on the “My Account” link and select the “Students” option.
3) Complete the registration process by providing the required details.
4) Upload the necessary documents as instructed.
