Background Research on undergraduate psychology curricula has predominantly focused on Western contexts, leaving gaps in understanding non-Western systems like India's. With India's National Education Policy-2020 promoting internationalization and student mobility, aligning curricula with global standards is critical. Objective This study investigates how Indian undergraduate psychology programs align with international benchmarks (e.g., APA guidelines, U.S. models), identifying structural and sequencing gaps. Method Catalogs from 53 Indian universities were analyzed, coding course titles, credits, categories (core/elective), and semester placement of each course. Results Introductory and methodological courses were common but inconsistently sequenced. Core areas (e.g., Cross-Cultural, Cognitive, Abnormal, and Personality Psychology) were underrepresented, while applied courses (e.g., Industrial/Counseling Psychology) appeared early. Only 56% of programs required capstones (e.g., dissertations), unlike the U.S. emphasis on integrative learning. Conclusion Indian programs reflect global content trends but lack standardized sequencing and foundational depth. Early applied courses may weaken scientific rigor, and limited capstones impede skill integration. Implications To meet National Education Policy-2020 and global standards, curricula should prioritize foundational courses (e.g., statistics, research methods) before applied topics, mandate capstones, and train faculty in international benchmarking for coherence.
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