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JGU First Indian Institute of Eminence with DASCA Accreditation

9 May 20261 min read
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGYJGU First IndianInstitute ofEminence withDASCA Accreditation9 May 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

An Indian Institute of Eminence earned an overseas stamp of approval for its data-related courses in May 2026.

Key facts

  • Institution: O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), an Institute of Eminence (IoE).
  • Accrediting body: Data Science Council of America (DASCA).
  • Scope: AI and Data Science courses at the university, assessed against global norms.
  • Distinction: first Indian IoE to receive it.

Significance

Indian higher education gets a boost in artificial intelligence, analytics and new technologies.

Exam angle

  • Full form: DASCA = Data Science Council of America.
  • Institution in news: O.P. Jindal Global University.
  • Fields covered: AI, analytics, emerging technologies.

Test yourself

1. Which body accredited the AI and Data Science programmes of JGU?

The Data Science Council of America gave the accreditation.

2. JGU became the first Indian institution of which category to get this accreditation?

It was the first Indian Institute of Eminence to receive DASCA accreditation.

3. What does DASCA stand for?

DASCA is the Data Science Council of America.

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