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58 engineering, technical colleges closed across India in 2025-26: AICTE

Over 55 engineering colleges nationwide ceased operations in the 2025-26 academic year, with existing students permitted to finish their degrees. Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra led closures with 12 institutions each. The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) cited reasons like low student intake and non-compliance with norms. Additionally, nearly 1000 courses were discontinued across various technical institutions.

5 Jul 2026 1:10 pm