UGC Operates Under Interim Leadership as Full-Time Chairperson Post Remains Vacant

The University Grants Commission is currently functioning without a permanent Chairperson, with Dr. Vineet Joshi holding additional charge.

Feb 3, 2026 - 12:09
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UGC Operates Under Interim Leadership as Full-Time Chairperson Post Remains Vacant
Latest updates on the University Grants Commission (UGC) leadership vacuum as Dr. Vineet Joshi takes interim charge amidst the search for a full-time Chairperson.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) currently lacks a permanent Chairperson. In the interim, Dr. Vineet Joshi, a 1992-batch IAS officer of the Manipur cadre, has been entrusted with the additional charge of leading the commission.