As students help assess universities on
academic quality and support, the awards also recognise individuals pursuing
higher education through online programmes
New Delhi, October 29, 2026: Uttaranchal University Online emerged as the top honouree at College
Vidya's Online University Awards 2026, held to mark the second edition of
Online Education Day. With over 100 universities considered, the awards
recognised institutions based on learner ratings and public voting across key
aspects of online education. The occasion also honoured 25 online learners from
across India for their educational achievements and individual journeys.
The university awards evaluated
institutions across five parameters: Learning Management System (LMS), Learner
Support, Exams & Results, Syllabus & Curriculum and Faculty &
Teaching. The categories reflected key aspects of the student experience, from
digital learning platforms and academic delivery to institutional assistance
and career support.
Shoolini University Online received the
award for Learning Management System, while Uttaranchal University Online was
recognised for Learner Support. Manipal University Jaipur Online, Amity
University Online and Chandigarh University Online were honoured in the
categories of Faculty & Teaching, Syllabus & Curriculum, and Exams
& Results, respectively. The overall Learners Choice Award went to
Uttaranchal University Online. The winners were determined through a process
that placed student feedback at the centre of the recognition.
Commenting on the awards, Rohit Gupta,
Co-Founder and COO, College Vidya, said, “As more Indians consider online
degrees, the conversation is increasingly shifting towards the quality of
education and the support learners receive throughout their journey. Students
want to know whether a programme will meet their academic needs, offer the
right guidance and help them move towards their career goals. Their experiences
can offer valuable insights into how institutions are performing. By
recognising universities through learner feedback, we hope to encourage greater
transparency and help prospective students make more informed decisions.”
In a separate recognition, 25 online
learners were honoured for their educational achievements and personal
journeys. The awardees represented students pursuing undergraduate,
postgraduate and professional programmes across universities. Their experiences
reflected the growing range of opportunities available to individuals seeking
to pursue higher education alongside other commitments.
The learner recognitions were decided 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 evaluation considered the
learners' educational journeys, the
challenges they had navigated, the impact
of their achievements on their lives and communities, and the role online
education played in their progress.
“We often measure the success of education
through degrees, grades and employment outcomes. But its true impact goes much
further. The stories I came across were a powerful reminder of how access to education
can change the course of an individual’s life, create opportunities for
families and positively influence communities. As online education continues to
grow in India, we must look beyond enrolment numbers and qualifications to
understand the real difference it is making in people’s lives” said, Sarvesh
Madhu, Founder and CEO, Internshala
Online Education Day was first observed on
October 25, 2025, to recognise the growing importance of online higher
education in India. The second edition brought together universities and
learners, recognising institutions for their efforts to improve the online
learning experience and celebrating individuals who have pursued their
educational goals through online programmes. The initiative reflects the
increasing role of online education in expanding access to higher education and
supporting diverse learning journeys.
About College Vidya
College Vidya is India’s leading platform
for searching, comparing and selecting UGC-approved online education
programmes. Founded in 2019 and originating from the legacy of the Blackboard
Education & Research Foundation (est. 1996), the platform was created to
bring transparency and trust to the online education space. With its 4C
framework of Compare, Counsel, Career and Community, College Vidya empowers
learners to make informed academic choices aligned with their goals. The
platform not only offers a wide range of options to compare but also supports
learners through expert one-on-one counselling sessions. These sessions help students
weigh their choices, clarify doubts and align their decisions with their
long-term career goals.
Its Board of Mentors, which includes
educator and public speaker Dr. Vijender Singh Chauhan, leadership coach
Himeesh Madaan and former Indian Revenue Service officer and career mentor Ravi
Kapoor, trains College Vidya’s Career Development Advisors to provide learners
with more informed and career-focused guidance.
Headquartered in Noida, the company has
partnered with more than 100 leading universities and institutions. It has
guided over 125,000 learners towards the right programmes. With robust
technology, a learner-first approach and a rapidly growing team, College Vidya
is on a mission to democratise quality education and boost India’s gross
enrolment ratio.