AKTU Notice on UGC Fee Refund Policy 2026: Strict Compliance by Colleges

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, has issued an official notice dated 13 November 2026 directing all affiliated institutions to take necessary action regarding the news report titled “University withholding fees; UGC writes to the Governor”, published in the Lucknow edition of Navbharat Times on 20 October 2026. The circular refers to communications from the Uttar Pradesh Governor’s Secretariat and the University Grants Commission (UGC) concerning the implementation of the prescribed fee refund policy for students withdrawing their admissions or migrating to other institutions.

The university has instructed affiliated institutions to strictly comply with UGC guidelines on fee refunds, review pending student complaints, and ensure that eligible students receive their refunds within the prescribed timelines. Institutions are also required to submit compliance reports to the university.

Important Points of the AKTU Fee Refund Circular 2026:

• Circular Date: 13 November 2026.
• Subject: Compliance with UGC Fee Refund Policy and action regarding the Navbharat Times news report dated 20 October 2026.
• Issued By: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow.
• Concerned Institutions: All institutions affiliated with AKTU.
• Main Instruction: Strict implementation of UGC fee refund guidelines and timely resolution of pending fee refund cases.

UGC Fee Refund Policy: Important Provisions

The attached communication from the Governor’s Secretariat highlights the UGC guidelines concerning fee refunds for students cancelling or withdrawing their admissions. The following refund provisions are mentioned:

1. 100% Fee Refund: Students withdrawing their admission 15 days or more before the formally notified last date of admission are eligible for a full fee refund.
2. Processing Fee Deduction: For admission withdrawals up to 31 October, only a processing fee of up to ₹1,000 may be deducted, as specified in the attached communication.
3. 90% Fee Refund: Students withdrawing admission 15 days or less before the formally notified last date of admission are eligible for a 90% refund.
4. 80% Fee Refund: Students withdrawing admission within 15 days after the formally notified last date of admission are eligible for an 80% refund.
5. 50% Fee Refund: Students withdrawing admission within 15 to 30 days after the formally notified last date of admission are eligible for a 50% refund.
6. No Fee Refund: No fee refund is payable when more than 30 days have passed after the formally notified last date of admission.

Important Instructions for AKTU-Affiliated Colleges

All affiliated institutions are directed to:

• Strictly implement the UGC-prescribed fee refund policy.
• Review all pending fee refund applications and student complaints at the institutional level.
• Identify eligible students whose refunds remain outstanding.
• Ensure payment of pending fee refund amounts to eligible students without unnecessary delay.
• Take necessary action in accordance with the UGC guidelines.
• Submit an action-taken and compliance report to the university.

The circular further warns that failure to comply with the prescribed directions may result in action against the concerned institution as per applicable rules. The responsibility for such non-compliance will rest with the respective institution.

UGC Fee Refund Policy for Upcoming Academic Sessions

The communication also clarifies that the currently applicable UGC fee refund policy will remain effective for upcoming academic sessions until the UGC issues a revised policy.

Students who have cancelled or withdrawn their admissions and are awaiting fee refunds should review the applicable UGC provisions and contact their respective colleges or institutions regarding pending refund applications.

All AKTU-affiliated colleges are advised to carefully review the official university circular and the attached communications from the Governor’s Secretariat and UGC to ensure proper implementation of the fee refund guidelines.

This AKTU notice is important for college administrations, university authorities, and students seeking refunds of admission fees under the UGC Fee Refund Policy.