Official Institutional Compliance Advisory & Review Status:

This webpage represents the formal statutory disclosure framework prepared pursuant to the Letter of Intent (LOI) issued by the Eastern Regional Committee (ERC), National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) under Clause 7(13) of the NCTE Regulations, 2014. Before the grant of formal recognition under Clause 7(16), the University is required to submit specified documents online within 60 days from the date of issue of the Letter of Intent.

1 University Introduction

Institutional Mandate

Mahatma Gandhi Central University (MGCU), Motihari, is a Central University established by an Act of Parliament, the Central Universities (Amendment) Act, 2014 (No. 35 of 2014), and became functional on 3 February 2016. The University is committed to fostering academic excellence, holistic teacher education, and pedagogical innovation in the historic land of Champaran, Bihar.

Statutory Status
Central University
Established by Act of Parliament (Act No. 35 of 2014). Fully funded by UGC / Ministry of Education, Govt. of India.
NCTE Regional Jurisdiction
Eastern Regional Committee (ERC)
Statutory regulatory oversight under National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), New Delhi / ERC.
Current Regulatory Stage
Letter of Intent Issued
Issued under Clause 7(13); Institutional compliance submission in progress under the 60-day statutory window.

2 Letter of Intent Issued by NCTE

Clause 7(13) Mandate

The Eastern Regional Committee (ERC) of the National Council for Teacher Education has issued a Letter of Intent (LOI) under Clause 7(13) of the NCTE (Recognition Norms & Procedure) Regulations, 2014, for the proposed teacher education programme. In accordance with statutory procedure, grant of formal recognition under Clause 7(16) is contingent upon online fulfillment of stipulated conditions within 60 days.

Table 2.1: Particulars of Letter of Intent (LOI)
Parameter Statutory Particulars / Status Verification Reference
Issuing Authority Eastern Regional Committee (ERC), National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) Statutory Body under Ministry of Education, GoI
Statutory Provision Clause 7(13) of NCTE (Recognition Norms and Procedure) Regulations, 2014 NCTE Regulations, 2014 Gazette Notification
Letter of Intent File / Ref. No. [Reference Number] Pending
Date of Issue [Exact Date of Issue of LOI] Pending
Compliance Timeline Within 60 days from the date of issue of the Letter of Intent Mandatory Condition
Current Approval Status Pending submission of approved faculty list, Clause 7(14) website disclosures, and joint fund FDRs for formal recognition under Clause 7(16). Pre-Recognition Stage
Official Document PDF [Scanned Copy of Official Letter of Intent PDF] Pending to Upload
Statutory Note: As per NCTE rules, the Letter of Intent does not authorize the institution to admit students until a formal Recognition Order under Clause 7(16) is published and received.

3 Official NCTE Website

Clause 7(14) Statutory
Statutory Link
National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE)

Statutory body of the Government of India established under the National Council for Teacher Education Act, 1993 (No. 73 of 1993) to achieve planned and coordinated development of the teacher education system.

URL: https://ncte.gov.in/
Visit Official NCTE Website ↗
NCTE Regulations & Norms
NCTE Regulations, 2014

Access official norms, standards, curricula frameworks, and procedural guidelines for teacher education courses.

View NCTE Regulations Portal ↗
Eastern Regional Committee
ERC-NCTE Jurisdiction Portal

Regulatory portal for teacher education institutions situated in Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, and NE States.

ERC Regional Office Records ↗

4 Proposed Teacher Education Programme

Academic Programme Details

Details of the Teacher Education Programme proposed to be conducted by Mahatma Gandhi Central University under the Department of Educational Studies, School of Education. As mandated, proposed details are clearly distinguished from officially sanctioned and recognized status.

Table 4.1: Proposed Programme Specifications
Parameter Programme Specification Regulatory / Statutory Basis
Name of Programme Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) NCTE Recognized Nomenclature (Appendix 4, Regulations 2014)
Academic Department Department of Educational Studies School of Education, MGCU, Bihar
Programme Duration 2 Academic Years (4 Semesters) Clause 3(4), NCTE Regulations 2014
Proposed Intake 2 Basic Units (100 Students) Subject to final NCTE Recognition Order under Clause 7(16)
Proposed Academic Session [Pending] To be commenced post formal recognition order
Affiliating / Degree-Awarding Body Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Motihari Autonomous Central University established by Act of Parliament
Recognition Stage Letter of Intent under Clause 7(13)
Formal recognition under Clause 7(16) pending submission of compliance within 60 days.
NCTE (Recognition Norms & Procedure) Regulations, 2014

5 Faculty Members and Qualifications

Clause 7(14) & LOI Condition 1

Under Clause 7(14) of NCTE Regulations, 2014, and Condition 1 of the Letter of Intent, the institution is required to publish a comprehensive list of eligible faculty members possessing the prescribed qualifications under NCTE Regulations, 2014, duly approved by the competent affiliating body / statutory selection committee.

Condition 1 under Letter of Intent:

“A list of eligible faculty members having the qualifications required under the NCTE Regulations, 2014, for the proposed course, duly approved by the concerned affiliating body.”

Table 5.1: Faculty Roster and Qualification Disclosures (As per NCTE 2014 Norms)
S.No. Faculty Member Name Designation / Subject Specialisation Academic Qualifications Professional Qualifications Experience (Years) Appointment & Approval Status Supporting Document
01 [Pending] Principal / Head of Department (HOD) [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending]
02 [Pending] Assistant Professor — Perspectives in Education (Philosophy) [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending]
03 [Pending] Assistant Professor — Perspectives in Education (Psychology) [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending]
04 [Pending] Assistant Professor — Curriculum & Pedagogy (Science) [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending]
05 [Pending] Assistant Professor — Curriculum & Pedagogy (Mathematics) [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending]
06 [Pending] Assistant Professor — Curriculum & Pedagogy (Social Science) [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending]
07 [Pending] Assistant Professor — Curriculum & Pedagogy (Languages) [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending]
08 [Pending] Specialised Faculty — Health & Physical Education [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending]
09 [Pending] Specialised Faculty — Visual Arts (Fine Arts) [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending]
10 [Pending] Specialised Faculty — Performing Arts (Music / Dance / Theatre) [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending] [Pending]

* Notice: The complete biodata, photograph, attested educational certificates, and university statutory approval resolutions for each appointed faculty member will be linked here immediately upon finalisation by the competent university authority.

6 Approval of the Competent Authority

Statutory Affiliation & Governance

Mahatma Gandhi Central University is an autonomous Central University created by the Central Universities (Amendment) Act, 2014. The establishment and conduct of the Department of Educational Studies and teacher education programmes are governed by resolutions of the statutory university authorities:

Table 6.1: Approvals and Resolutions of Competent Authorities
S.No. Statutory Body / Competent Authority Subject Matter of Resolution / Consent Resolution Ref. & Document
1 Parliament of India Central Universities (Amendment) Act, 2014 (No. 35 of 2014) establishing MGCU Gazette of India (Enacted)
2 Executive Council (EC), MGCU Establishment of Department of Educational Studies and creation of faculty positions [EC Resolution No. — To be uploaded]
3 Academic Council (AC), MGCU Approval of B.Ed. curriculum framework, ordinance, and academic regulations [AC Resolution No. — To be uploaded]
4 School Board & Board of Studies Recommendation of pedagogical structure, syllabi, and practice teaching framework [BOS Minutes — To be uploaded]
5 University Affiliating / Consent Body Competent Authority Consent / No Objection for NCTE Application [Consent Document — To be uploaded]

7 Student Information

Clause 7(14) Mandatory Disclosure
Admission & Student Disclosure Status:

Admissions for the proposed Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programme have NOT commenced. In strict adherence to NCTE regulations, no student has been enrolled or admitted under this programme. The structured disclosure format below will be populated immediately upon the conclusion of admissions following the grant of formal recognition.

Table 7.1: Student Admission Framework & Disclosure Format (Post-Recognition)
Parameter Institutional Status / Disclosure Field Statutory Norm
Sanctioned Annual Intake [To be populated as per formal NCTE Recognition Order under Clause 7(16)] NCTE Recognition Order
Admitted Students (Current Session) Nil (Admissions not yet commenced pending formal recognition) NCTE Regulatory Mandate
Admission Criterion & Procedure CUET-UG or Entrance Test conducted by MGCU as per Government of India & NCTE norms Merit-based admission policy
Reservation Policy Statutory reservation policy of the Government of India (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD) as applicable to Central Universities Central Educational Institutions Act
List of Enrolled Students [Student enrolment list with category, qualifying marks, and entrance rank to be published upon admission completion] Mandatory Clause 7(14) requirement

8 Infrastructure and Instructional Facilities

Verified Institutional Record

Mahatma Gandhi Central University operates from established academic and administrative premises at Motihari, East Champaran, Bihar. Comprehensive infrastructure details are officially maintained on the university website. Instructional spaces earmarked for the teacher education programme conform to the infrastructural norms prescribed in Appendix 4 of NCTE Regulations, 2014.

Administrative Headquarters
Dr Ambedkar Building
Dr Ambedkar Administrative Building, Near OP Thana, Motihari — 845401.
Campus Location
Bankat (NH-28)
Permanent / Campuses situated along National Highway 28, Motihari, East Champaran.
Official Facilities Portal
MGCU Facilities
Visit MGCU Facilities Page ↗
Table 8.1: Instructional Facilities earmarked for Teacher Education (NCTE Norms)
S.No. Instructional Space / Facility Prescribed NCTE Requirement & Equipment Institutional Status / Verification
01 Classrooms / Lecture Halls Adequate well-ventilated, well-lit classrooms equipped with modern audiovisual aids and interactive smart boards Available at University Academic Block
02 Multipurpose Hall Minimum seating capacity of 200 with public address system, stage, and audiovisual facilities Available / earmarked in University Auditorium/Hall
03 ICT Resource Centre / Computer Lab Computers with high-speed broadband internet connectivity, educational software, and language learning resources Available (Central Computer Facility + Dept Lab)
04 Curriculum / Science & Maths Lab Equipment for conducting secondary school physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics practicals and demonstrations Available at University Science Block / Dept
05 Art & Craft Resource Centre Facilities and materials for visual arts, drawing, painting, clay modeling, and craftwork Earmarked for School of Education
06 Health & Physical Education Centre Sports and athletic equipment for indoor and outdoor games, yoga mats, and gymnasium facilities Sports facilities available at MGCU Campus
07 Common Rooms (Separate for Boys & Girls) Equipped with appropriate seating, washroom facilities, and drinking water facilities Available in Academic Premises
08 Barrier-Free Access (PwD Facilities) Ramps, accessible ground-floor washrooms, and barrier-free circulation for differently-abled persons Compliant with GoI Accessible India Norms
09 Land & Building Ownership Documents Land ownership title / Government allotment order and approved building plan ---
10 Safety & Completion Certificates Building Completion Certificate (BCC) and Fire Safety Certificate issued by competent authority ---

9 Library Facilities

Verified Record — 16 Oct 2026

Mahatma Gandhi Central University maintains an automated Central Library catering to students, research scholars, and faculty members across disciplines, including specialized holdings for teacher education and pedagogical studies. The institutional figures below are transcribed from the verified record dated 16 October 2026.

Total Library Collection
40,829
Total printed books across all disciplines in Central Library.
Book Bank: B.Ed. Books
3,619
Dedicated pedagogical and teacher education text titles.
Computers with Internet
03
High-speed terminals for student research and catalog access.
Newspapers Subscribed
09
04 Hindi & 05 English daily national and regional newspapers.
Table 9.1: Library Holdings and Learning Resource Details (Reference Date: 16 October 2026)
S.No. Resource / Facility Description Available Quantity / Status Verification Source
01 Total Number of Books in Central Library 40,829 Verified Institutional Record
02 Book Bank — B.Ed. Text Books 3,619 Verified Institutional Record
03 Computers with High-Speed Internet Connection 03 Verified Institutional Record
04 Printer (Dedicated Library Facility) 01 Verified Institutional Record
05 Photocopier (Print + Xerox Facility) 01 Verified Institutional Record
06 Campus-wide Wi-Fi Connection Available Verified Institutional Record
07 Daily Newspapers — Hindi 04 Verified Institutional Record
08 Daily Newspapers — English 05 Verified Institutional Record

Note: Library figures are periodically audited and updated by the Central Library administration.

View MGCU Central Library Portal ↗

10 Fee Details

Clause 7(14) Mandatory Disclosure

As a Central University established under an Act of Parliament, Mahatma Gandhi Central University strictly adheres to the fee norms stipulated by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Fee Committee constituted by the Academic Council. No capitation fee, donation, or unauthorized charges are levied under any circumstances.

Fee Schedule Notification Policy:

The formal fee schedule for the proposed Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programme will be officially determined by the statutory Fee Committee / Finance Committee of the University upon grant of formal recognition by NCTE under Clause 7(16). In keeping with compliance guidelines, no fictitious fee figures have been inserted.

Table 10.1: Fee Structure Framework (To be Notified Post-Recognition)
S.No. Fee Component Approved Amount (₹) Frequency / Refundability
01 Admission / Registration Fee --- One-time (Non-refundable)
02 Tuition Fee --- Per Semester
03 Library & Learning Resource Fee --- Per Annum
04 Curriculum Laboratory & ICT Resource Fee --- Per Annum
05 School Internship & Practice Teaching Fee --- Per Annum
06 Examination Fee [As per University Examination Ordinance] Per Semester
07 Caution Money (Security Deposit) --- One-time (Refundable)
Total Prescribed Programme Fee ---

11 Mandatory Disclosures

Statutory Document Repository

Comprehensive digital repository of regulatory records, statutory approvals, affidavits, and disclosures maintained under Clause 7(14) of NCTE Regulations, 2014. Use the search input or category filters below to locate specific documents.

NCTE Regulatory Order

Letter of Intent (LOI) Issued under Clause 7(13)

Official communication issued by Eastern Regional Committee (ERC-NCTE) conveying intent to grant recognition subject to compliance.

LOI Issued [PDF Pending Upload]
Faculty Disclosure

Approved List of Faculty Members by Affiliating Body

List of selected teaching staff possessing NCTE 2014 qualifications, duly approved by the competent affiliating body / Selection Committee.

In Processing [Upload Pending]
Financial Compliance

Endowment Fund Fixed Deposit Receipt (Joint Operation)

FDR certificate for Endowment Fund converted into joint operation between Registrar, MGCU and Regional Director, ERC-NCTE under Clause 7(16).

In Processing [Upload Pending]
Financial Compliance

Reserve Fund Fixed Deposit Receipt (Joint Operation)

FDR certificate for Reserve Fund converted into joint operation between Registrar, MGCU and Regional Director, ERC-NCTE under Clause 7(16).

In Processing [Upload Pending]
Statutory Governance

Central Universities (Amendment) Act, 2014 (No. 35 of 2014)

Statutory Act of the Parliament of India establishing Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Motihari, Bihar.

Verified Act View Act Details ↗
Academic Approvals

Academic Council Resolution for Teacher Education

Resolution of the Academic Council approving the institution of the B.Ed. programme and course curriculum ordinances.

University Record [Upload Pending]
Infrastructure & Land

Land Allotment & Title Possession Certificate

Government land transfer orders, revenue records, and possession certificates for the university campus site at Motihari.

University Record [Upload Pending]
Infrastructure & Land

Building Completion Certificate & Approved Plan

Architect-certified building completion certificate and blue-print building plan indicating earmarked instructional spaces.

Engineering Wing [Upload Pending]
Infrastructure & Land

Fire Safety Certificate (NOC)

Certificate issued by the competent Fire Service Department certifying fire prevention and life safety measures in the premises.

Safety Compliance [Upload Pending]
Library & Learning

Library Holdings Certificate (Dated 16 Oct 2026)

Certified record confirming 40,829 total volumes, 3,619 B.Ed. text books, ICT access, and periodical subscriptions.

Verified Record View Library Portal ↗
Statutory Compliance

Notarized Affidavit on Non-Judicial Stamp Paper

Affidavit executed by the Registrar, MGCU, on non-judicial stamp paper in the format prescribed by NCTE Regulations, 2014.

Under Execution [Upload Pending]
Digital Disclosure

Website URL & Clause 7(14) Undertaking

Undertaking affirming permanent hosting of mandatory disclosure webpage to NCTE portal under Clause 7(14).

Portal Active Active on URL ↗

12 Endowment Fund and Reserve Fund Compliance

Clause 7(16) & LOI Condition 3

Under Clause 7(16) of the NCTE Regulations, 2014, and as explicitly reinforced under Condition 3 of the Letter of Intent, the institution must maintain the prescribed Endowment Fund and Reserve Fund, converted into JOINT OPERATION in the names of the authorized officer of the institution (Registrar/Finance Officer, MGCU) and the Regional Director of the Eastern Regional Committee (ERC-NCTE).

Statutory Joint Operation Mandate:

“Maintenance of the required endowment fund and reserve fund under joint operation, as specified in clause 7(16) of the NCTE Regulations, 2014.”

Both funds must be deposited as Fixed Deposit Receipts (FDRs) in a scheduled nationalized bank with an auto-renewal clause. Documentary proof of conversion into joint operation must be submitted online to ERC-NCTE within the stipulated 60-day period prior to the grant of formal recognition.

Table 12.1: Endowment Fund and Reserve Fund Compliance Particulars
Fund Designation Prescribed Amount Authorized Joint Operating Officers Bank & Account Particulars Documentary Proof
Endowment Fund ₹5,00,000/-
(Rupees Five Lakhs Only) 		Joint Operation:
1. Registrar / Finance Officer, MGCU
2. Regional Director, ERC-NCTE
Bank: [Scheduled Nationalised Bank — To be provided]
FDR No.: [To be provided by Finance Branch]
Maturity / Auto-renewal: [To be provided]
Pending
Reserve Fund ₹7,00,000/-
(Rupees Seven Lakhs Only) 		Joint Operation:
1. Registrar / Finance Officer, MGCU
2. Regional Director, ERC-NCTE
Bank: [Scheduled Nationalised Bank — To be provided]
FDR No.: [To be provided by Finance Branch]
Maturity / Auto-renewal: [To be provided]
Pending
Statutory Rule
Clause 7(16) Conversion Procedure

The institution submits original FDRs or bank certificates to the Regional Director, ERC-NCTE, for conversion into joint operation. Neither the institution nor NCTE can unilaterally encash or pledge these funds.

Financial Integrity
No Fabrication Commitment

Bank account numbers, FDR numbers, and scan certificates are intentionally presented as formal placeholders to prevent unverified financial disclosures until authenticated by the MGCU Finance Office.

13 Other Requirements Under LOI & 60-Day Compliance Checklist

Statutory Timeline

Under the terms of the Letter of Intent issued by NCTE, before the grant of formal recognition, the institution is strictly required to submit specified documents online within 60 days from the date of issue of the Letter of Intent. Below is the dedicated compliance matrix tracking the execution status of each required item:

⏱ Statutory 60-Day Pre-Recognition Compliance Matrix

Mandatory submission under NCTE Regulations, 2014 — Pre-condition for Formal Recognition under Clause 7(16)
60-Day Statutory Deadline
1
Approved Faculty List under NCTE Regulations, 2014 In Progress
Submit a list of eligible faculty members possessing the qualifications required under the NCTE Regulations, 2014, for the proposed course, duly approved by the concerned affiliating body / statutory Selection Committee.
Target: Duly constituted Selection Committee Status: Roster prepared; approvals in processing
2
Institutional Website with Link to NCTE & Clause 7(14) Documents Webpage Configured
The institution's own website with a prominent, functional Link to the official NCTE website (https://ncte.gov.in/) and all required information and documents under Clause 7(14) of the NCTE Regulations, 2014, along with documentary evidence.
Target: Digital Disclosure Portal Status: Statutory template ready; document links being attached
3
Endowment Fund and Reserve Fund under Joint Operation (Clause 7(16)) Bank Action Underway
Maintenance and conversion of required Endowment Fund (₹5.00 Lakhs) and Reserve Fund (₹7.00 Lakhs) into joint operation in the names of the authorized officer of the institution and the Regional Director, ERC-NCTE.
Target: Scheduled Nationalised Bank Status: Action initiated with University Finance Branch
4
Online Compliance Report Submission on NCTE Web Portal Awaiting Final Upload
Consolidated online submission of the complete compliance report, scanned FDR certificates, approved faculty roster, and notarized affidavits through the official NCTE institutional login portal within the 60-day window.
Target: Official NCTE Online Portal Status: Scheduled for submission upon completion of Items 1, 2, and 3

14 Administration and University Contact

Institutional Directory

For regulatory communications, verification of compliance records, and official correspondence concerning the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE):

Statutory University Headquarters
Mahatma Gandhi Central University

A Central University established by an Act of Parliament
Central Universities (Amendment) Act, 2014 (No. 35 of 2014)
Functional since: 3 February 2016

Postal Address:
Dr Ambedkar Administrative Building,
Near OP Thana, Motihari — 845401,
District: East Champaran, Bihar, India.
Campus Location: Bankat, National Highway 28, Motihari.
Official University Website (mgcub.ac.in) ↗
Department & Regulatory Nodal Office
Department of Educational Studies

School of Education, Mahatma Gandhi Central University

Nodal Compliance Officer:
[To be provided]
Department of Educational Studies, MGCU
Official Email: [To be provided]
University EPABX: [To be provided]
Right to Information (RTI): Public Information Officer, MGCU