Announcement
Uttaranchal University Online emerged as the top honouree and received the overall Learners Choice Award at College Vidya's Online University Awards 2026, held on October 29, 2026 in New Delhi.
Evaluation Process
More than 100 universities were considered. Awards were based on learner ratings and public voting across five parameters: Learning Management System (LMS), Learner Support, Exams & Results, Syllabus & Curriculum, and Faculty & Teaching. The winners for each category were: Shoolini University Online (LMS), Uttaranchal University Online (Learner Support), Manipal University Jaipur Online (Faculty & Teaching), Amity University Online (Syllabus & Curriculum), and Chandigarh University Online (Exams & Results). The overall Learners Choice Award also went to Uttaranchal University Online.
Learner Recognitions
A separate honour recognised 25 online learners from across India for their educational achievements and personal journeys. The awardees pursued undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes at various universities. The selection was made by a three‑member jury comprising Rohit Gupta (Co‑Founder and COO, College Vidya), Sarvesh Madhu (Founder and CEO, Internshala) and Ravi Kapoor (former IRS officer and Founder, The Syllabus of Life). The jury evaluated the learners’ educational journeys, challenges overcome, impact on their lives and communities, and the role of online education.
Comments
Rohit Gupta said that as more Indians consider online degrees, the focus is shifting to quality and learner support, and that recognising universities through learner feedback encourages transparency and helps prospective students make informed decisions. Sarvesh Madhu highlighted that online education’s impact goes beyond degrees, creating opportunities for families and communities.
About College Vidya
College Vidya, founded in 2019 and originating from the Blackboard Education & Research Foundation (established 1996), is India’s leading platform for searching, comparing and selecting UGC‑approved online education programmes. It operates on a 4C framework – Compare, Counsel, Career and Community – and provides one‑on‑one counselling. Its Board of Mentors includes Dr. Vijender Singh Chauhan, Himeesh Madaan and Ravi Kapoor. Headquartered in Noida, College Vidya has partnered with more than 100 universities and guided over 125,000 learners.
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