Initially, CU had considered using the term “graduate with honours” for such students, apparently following a model used by Delhi University. “But according to the University Grants Commission (UGC), the term ‘graduate with major’ can be awarded. A CU official said experts consulted by the university had suggested the term “graduate with major”. A syndicate member said that according to the UGC, honours can be awarded only after completion of the fourth year, which includes a research component. While there was no ambiguity about these qualifications, confusion arose over the degree for students exiting after semester VI.

Source: The Telegraph March 06, 2026 16:26 UTC