🎓 Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) – A New Era in Higher Education

The Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) is a revolutionary initiative by the Government of India under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. It enables students in higher education to digitally store and transfer academic credits across universities and institutions, allowing flexible learning pathways and lifelong learning.

📘 What is ABC?

The Academic Bank of Credits is a digital repository maintained by the University Grants Commission (UGC), where students can open an academic account and store credits earned during their academic journey. These credits can be accumulated and transferred, facilitating multi-disciplinary and multiple-exit options.

🔗 Key Features of ABC

• Unique ABC ID for every student
• Credit accumulation from various approved institutions
• Mobility across universities and disciplines
• Secure digital platform with transparent record-keeping

🎯 Objectives of ABC

• Promote student-centric education with freedom of choice
• Enable multiple entry and exit points in degree programs
• Encourage lifelong learning and upskilling
• Enhance inter-institutional collaboration

🧾 How to Register on the ABC Portal

1. Go to the official portal: https://www.abc.gov.in
2. Click on “Student Registration”
3. Enter your details (name, DOB, mobile number, Aadhaar, etc.)
4. Verify via OTP and set up your password
5. After registration, you will receive a unique ABC ID

🏫 Institutions on ABC Platform

More than 1,000 UGC-recognized institutions across India are connected to the ABC system, including:

• IITs and NITs
• Central and State Universities
• Autonomous colleges under NEP framework

📌 Benefits for Students

• Credit portability: Continue studies across institutions
• Flexibility: Customize your educational path
• Accessibility: All records are digital and secure
• Empowerment: Enables decision-making and self-paced learning

💬 Final Thoughts

The Academic Bank of Credits is a landmark reform that shifts the power of learning back to the student. With ABC, education becomes modular, mobile, and modern — supporting the vision of a digitally empowered Bharat.

👉 Register here: https://www.abc.gov.in

Last updated: May 2025