Ritik Kumar · September 30, 2025 
New Delhi: Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (IPU) faces criticism for holding back nearly ₹50 crore in student refunds. The Delhi government’s Admission Regulatory Committee (ARC) says the university has violated the 15-day refund rule. This IPU refund delay has sparked widespread concern among students and parents, many of whom are struggling financially due to the prolonged wait. With multiple complaints piling up, the issue of IPU refund delay highlights the urgent need for stricter enforcement of regulations to protect students’ rights.
Refund Delays Spark Complaints
The ARC, which oversees admissions and fee-related issues, reviewed about 90 complaints against IPU and its colleges during a hearing on September 18. More than 20 complaints highlighted refund delays. Despite earlier orders, many students still wait for their money. The committee called these delays “unacceptable.”
University’s Response
IPU argued that it processes refund requests only after the final admission round ends. The university said most withdrawal deadlines closed on August 25, with some extending to September 10. It claimed that refunds for 7,045 students were credited between September 19 and 26. However, this explanation failed to convince the regulatory panel or students.
Admission Irregularities Under Probe
The ARC also looked into allegations of admission irregularities. Complaints included missing merit lists, donation demands for management quota seats, glitches in the online portal, and controversial conversions of reserved seats.
One serious case involved the Bhagwan Parshuram Institute of Technology. A candidate alleged that the institute denied them a seat while admitting a lower-scoring applicant. In response, the ARC stayed the ratification of admissions and asked IPU to conduct an inquiry.
Actions Taken and Expectations
IPU has issued show cause notices to several affiliated institutes, including Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Management Studies and Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology. These notices address complaints about management quota admissions.
The university registrar must now conduct detailed inquiries and share full data on admissions—both offline and online. The ARC directed the university to provide applicant statistics, success rates, and compliance reports.
The committee urged IPU to resolve complaints quickly, update students on their cases, and release refunds without delay. It stressed that refund delays cause financial hardship for students who need funds for other admissions.
Oversight and Monitoring
The ARC includes officials from Delhi’s higher education department, health services, Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women, and Maulana Azad Medical College. Retired IAS officer S. N. Sahai chairs the committee. The panel continues to monitor IPU’s actions to protect student interests and ensure transparency in admissions.Click Here
