The University Grants Commission (UGC) has mandated colleges and universities to offer students full fee refunds within specific deadlines for admission cancellations or migrations. In response to numerous complaints, UGC Secretary Manish R. Joshi issued guidelines for the 2024-25 academic year, ensuring refunds up to September 30 with a nominal processing fee of ₹1,000 until October 31. The policy applies universally to all higher education institutions (HEIs), including those affiliated with universities or deemed universities. Violations may result in punitive actions under existing regulations, emphasizing student rights in fee refund processes.