The Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS), introduced in the academic year 2016-17, provides students with greater flexibility in course selection. Beginning in 2024-25, the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 further strengthens credit-based learning, introduces multi-exit options, and promotes interdisciplinary studies to foster a holistic educational experience. The detailed provisions are outlined below.
| Aspect | The Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS) | NEP 2020 Framework |
| Program | A set of courses linked together, leading to a Degree (B.M.S, B.A.F, BSc.IT, BSc.CS). | A structured set of courses leading to a Certificate, Diploma, or Degree, with multi-entry and multi-exit options. |
| Course | Referred to as ‘Subjects’ (e.g., Accountancy, Economics, Android Application, etc..) | Now referred to as Courses under the Credit-Based System. |
| Module & Unit | A subject may contain various topics; some topics are called ‘Units’. | A Module is an independent entity; topics within a course are treated as Units. |
| Credit Point | Not explicitly used in The Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS). | A measure of workload, with 1 credit = 30 to 40 learning hours, including lectures, self-study, and assignments. |
| Credit Allocation | Not applicable. | Courses are assigned 2 to 8 credit points based on learning hours and complexity. |
| Semester System | Three-year Degree Course is divided into six semesters. | Programs follow a semester-based, credit-linked system with continuous assessments. |
| Continuous Assessment | Internal and final semester-end exams determine evaluation. | Emphasis on Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE) and Semester-End Exams (SEE). |
| Choice-Based Learning | Limited flexibility in subject selection. | Under the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS), students can select elective courses beyond core subjects. |
| Flexibility (Multi-Entry/Exit) | No provision for exiting mid-program with a certification. | Allows students to exit with a certificate (1 year), Diploma (2 years), Degree (3 years), and Honors (4 years). |
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