What is the difference between UGC and AICTE affiliation? Which affiliation is mandatory for diploma course in civil?

Hi Surya, UGC and AICTE are two apex organisations that cater for the higher studies in India. One of the main differences between University Grants Commission (UGC) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), is that the later one basically deals with technical education. When tal

AICTE approves the syllabus of course like Diploma in Civil Engineering and in this way recognizing it. UGC is the body to recognize the universities and to provide the funds. It may happen that a UGC recognized university is running a program not approved by AICTE. Good answer na? make it best. Th