So many of have thought of pursuing post graduate courses in allied healthcare through distance learning. The validity of the Master’s degree in varied healthcare courses offered through distance learning by Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has come under scrutiny following recent regulatory developments and updated guidelines from the University Grants Commission (UGC).
Reports indicate that under new norms governing healthcare and allied disciplines under NCAHP Act 2021, certain healthcare programs delivered via distance mode may no longer meet the criteria required for professional recognition.
Among these, the most common one pursued is the M A psychology, which maybe invalid if you started after July 2025. Read more about it here. IGNOU Degree Validity in Question Under UGC Rules and NCAHP Act
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