Tuesday, 30 July 2024 | PNS | DEHRADUN
UPES, a Dehradun-based multidisciplinary university, and the Indian Army have entered into an agreement to upgrade the educational qualifications of Indian Army personnel, their families, and dependents.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in this regard was recently signed by the Registrar and Director of training and placements, UPES Manish Madaan, and Colonel Instructor of Indian Military Academy (IMA) VKS Rawat.
As per the five-year collaboration agreement, UPES will provide various scholarships and concessions to the wards and spouses of Army personnel based on their academic achievements, including up to 30 per cent tuition fee waiver for top performers (with a score of 95 per cent or more) in Class XII, JEE, or CUET scores, and reserved seats in MBA, BBA, BTech, LLB, and other UG programmes.
UPES will also offer a part-time PhD programme to Army officers, focusing on areas like Aviation, Aeronautics, Engineering, Management, Science and Technology, Legal Studies, and Logistics and Supply Chain in line with the needs of the Indian Army. The programme includes research activities leading to PhD degrees, e-library access, local hospitality for short-term visits, and tailored programs during study leaves, enhancing education and research within the Indian Army. The researchers will also be provided guest house accommodation for short-term visits, subject to availability.
As per the agreement the UPES Online, the digital learning vertical of UPES, will extend several benefits to Army officers with access to MBA, BBA, BCA, Post Graduate Programme (PGP) and certificate programmes for up-skilling. All candidates from the Army will receive a 20 per cent waiver on the prevailing course fees and will get a five per cent relaxation in the eligibility criteria. They will also get relaxation in project works. The candidates will be assessed through a viva based on their work experience. The learners will all get access to live online classes and recorded sessions to ensure a seamless learning experience.
“The MoU aims to create a supportive and enriching environment for lifelong learning and skill development. Both parties have committed to maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information and ensuring that any data perceived as compromising national security remains solely with the Army,’’ a communiqué from the Army said.
