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Abstract: This research paper conducts a comparative analysis of accreditation models in higher education, focusing on the quality assurance practices in India and abroad. The objectives of the study were to examine accreditation criteria, processes, outcomes, stakeholder perspectives, challenges and opportunities, trends, and impact across different regions, and to fill the literature gap by offering insights into accreditation models in India and abroad. The methodology involved a comparative research design, with data collected from the International Association of Universities (IAU) database and analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software. Key findings reveal variations in accreditation practices, stakeholder perspectives, challenges, and opportunities across different regions, while also identifying commonalities such as peer review, external evaluation, and continuous improvement. The implications of these findings are significant for policymakers, educators, and stakeholders seeking to enhance educational quality and relevance globally. The study contributes to the broader understanding of accreditation models in higher education and offers actionable insights for promoting excellence, accountability, and collaboration within higher education systems.

Keywords: accreditation, quality assurance, higher education, comparative analysis, stakeholders, challenges, trends.