NAAC
NAAC includes the task of performance evaluation, assessment, and accreditation of universities and colleges in the country. The philosophy of NAAC is based on objective and continuous improvement.
Extended Profile
Criterion–1 Curricular Aspects (150)
Criterion 2 – Teaching-Learning and Evaluation
Criterion 3 – Research, Innovations and Extension (250)
Criterion 4 Infrastructure and Learning Resources (100)
Criterion 5 – Student Support and Progression (100)
Criterion 6 – Governance, Leadership and Management (100)
Criterion 7 – Institutional Values and Best Practices (100)
Extended Profile
1.1 Number of students on rolls year-wise during the last five years
1.2 Number of final year-outgoing students year wise during last five years
2.1 Number of Full-time teachers in the institutions year-wise during last five year
2.2 Total Number of full time teachers (without repeat count) during the last five years
3.1 Expenditure excluding salary year wise during the last five years
Criterion–1 Curricular Aspects (150)
1.1 Curriculum Design and Development (50)
1.1.1 Curricula developed and implemented have relevance to the local, national, regional and global developmental needs, which is reflected in the Programme outcomes (POs), and Course Outcomes (COs) of the Programmes offered by the University
1.1.2. The Programmes offered by the institution focus on employability/ entrepreneurship/ skill development and their course syllabi are adequately revised to incorporate contemporary requirements
1.2 Academic Flexibility (30)
1.2.1 Percentage of new courses introduced out of the total number of courses across all programmes offered during the last five years
1.3 Curriculum Enrichment (50)
1.3.1 Institution integrates cross-cutting issues relevant to Professional Ethics, Gender, Human Values, Environment & Sustainability and other value framework enshrined in Sustainable Development goals and National Education Policy – 2020 into the Curriculum
1.3.2 Number of certificate / value-added courses / Diploma Programme/ online courses of MOOCS / SWAYAM / e-Pathshala/ NPTEL etc. where the students of the institution have enrolled and successfully completed
1.3.3 Percentage of Programmes that have components of field projects / research projects / internships during last five years
1.4 Feedback System (20)
1.4.1 Structured feedback for curriculum and its transactions is regularly obtained from stakeholders like Students, Teachers, Employers, Alumni, Academic peers etc., and Feedback processes of the institution may be classified as follows
Criterion 2 – Teaching-Learning and Evaluation
2.1 Student Enrolment and Profile
2.1.1 Enrollment Percentage
2.1.1.1: Number of Sanctioned seats year-wise during the last five years
2.1.1.2: Number of seats filled year-wise during the last five years, (only first-year admissions to be considered)
2.1.2 Percentage of seats filled against reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, etc.) as per applicable reservation policy for the first year admission year-wise during the last five years
2.2 Catering to Student Diversity (20)
2.2.1 The institution assesses the learning levels of the students and organises special Programmes to cater to differential learning needs of the student
2.2.2 Student – Full time teacher ratio (Data for the latest completed academic year)
2.3 Teaching-Learning Process (20)
2.3.1 Student centric methods, such as experiential learning, participative learning and problem solving methodologies are used for enhancing learning experience and teachers use ICT-enabled tools including online resources for effective teaching learning process
2.3.2 The institution adopts effective Mentor-Mentee Schemes to address academics and student-psychological issues.
2.4 Teacher Profile and Quality (60)
2.4.1 Percentage of full time teachers appointed against the number of sanctioned posts during the last five years.
2.4.2 Percentage of full time teachers with Ph.D./D.M/M.Ch./D.N.B/ Super-speciality/L.L.D/D.S.C/D.Litt. during the last five years.
2.4.3 Average teaching experience of full time teachers (Data to be provided only for the latest completed academic year, in number of years)
2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms (30)
2.5.1 Average number of days from the date of last semester-end/ year- end examination till the last date of declaration of results year-wise during the last five years
2.5.2 Percentage of student complaints/grievances about evaluation against total number of students appeared in the examinations during the last five years
2.5.3 Status of automation of Examination division along with approved Examination Manual/ordinance.
2.6 Student Performance and Learning Outcomes (30)
2.6.1 The institution has stated learning outcomes (Program and Course outcomes)/graduate attributes which are integrated into the assessment process and widely publicized through the website and other documents and the attainment of the same are evaluated by the institution
2.6.2 Pass percentage of students (excluding backlog students) (Data to be provided only for the latest completed academic year)
2.6.2.1: Total number of final year students who passed the examination conducted by Institution
2.7 Student Satisfaction Survey (30)
2.7.1 Online Student Satisfaction Survey regarding the teaching-learning process.
Criterion 3 – Research, Innovations and Extension (250)
3.1 Promotions of Research and Facilities (20)
3.1.1 The institution’s Research facilities are frequently updated and there is a well defined policy for promotion of research which is uploaded on the institutional website and implemented
3.1.2 The institution provides seed money to its teachers for research (average per year; INR in Lakhs)
3.1.3 Percentage of teachers receiving national/ international fellowship/financial support by various agencies for advanced studies/ research during the last five years
3.1.4 Percentage of JRFs, SRFs among the enrolled PhD scholars in the institution during the last five years
3.1.4.1: The Number of JRFs, SRFs among the enrolled PhD scholars in the institution during the last five years [ ]
Number of PhD Scholars enrolled during last five years [ ]
3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research (40)
3.2.1 Research funding received by the institution and its faculties through Government and non-government sources such as industry, corporate houses, international bodies for research project, Endowment Research Chairs during the last five years (INR in Lakhs)
3.2.1.1: Total Grants for Research funding received by the institution and its faculties through Government and non-government sources such as industry, corporate houses, international bodies for research project, Endowment Research Chairs during the last five years (INR in Lakhs)
3.2.2 Number of research projects per teacher funded by government, non-government , industry, corporate houses, international bodies during the last five years
3.2.2.1 Number of research projects funded by government and non-government agencies during the last five years
3.3 Innovation Ecosystem (20)
3.3.1 Institution has created an ecosystem for innovations, Indian Knowledge System (IKS) including awareness about IPR, establishment of IPR cell, Incubation centre and other initiatives for the creation and transfer of technology/knowledge and the outcomes of the same are evident.
3.3.2 Number of awards received for research/innovations by the institution/teachers/research scholars/students during the last five years.
3.4 Research Publications and Awards (120)
3.4.1 The institution ensures implementation of its stated Code of Ethics for research
3.4.2 Number of Patents awarded during the last five years
3.4.3 Number of Ph.Ds awarded per recognized guide during the last five years
3.4.4 Number of research papers published per teacher in the Journals as notified on UGC CARE list during the last five years
3.4.5 Number of books and chapters in edited volumes published per teacher during the last five years
3.4.5.1: Total number of books and chapters in edited volumes / books published year- wise during the last five years
3.4.6 E-content is developed by teachers :
- For e-PG-Pathshala
- For CEC (Undergraduate)
- For SWAYAM
- For other MOOCs platforms
- Any other Government Initiatives
- For Institutional LMS
3.4.7 Bibliometrics of the publications during the last five years based on average Citation Index in Scopus/ Web of Science/PubMed
3.4.8 Bibliometrics of the publications during the last five years based on Scopus/ Web of Science – h-Index of the University
3.5 Consultancy (20)
3.5.1 Revenue generated from consultancy and corporate training during the last five years (INR in Lakhs)
3.6 Extension Activities (20)
3.6.1 Extension activities in the neighborhood community in terms of impact and sensitizing the students to social issues and
holistic development and awards received if any (Showcase at least four case studies to the peer team)
3.6.2 Number of extension and outreach programs conducted through organized forums by the institution during the last five years
3.6.2.1: Number of extension and outreach programs conducted by the institution through organized forums like NSS/NCC during the last five years.
3.7 Collaboration (10)
3.7.1 Number of functional MoUs /linkage with institutions/ industries in India and abroad for internship, on-the-job training, project work, student / faculty exchange and collaborative research during the last five years
3.7.1.1: Number of functional MoUs with institutions/ industries in India and abroad for internship, on-the-job training, project work, student / faculty exchange and collaborative research during the last five years
Criterion 4 Infrastructure and Learning Resources (100)
4.1 Physical Facilities (30)
4.1.1 The institution has adequate infrastructure facilities for
- teaching – learning. viz., classrooms, laboratories,
- ICT enabled facilities such as smart classes, LMS etc.
- Facilities for cultural and sports activities , yoga centre, games (indoor and outdoor) gymnasium, auditorium etc.
4.1.2. Percentage of expenditure excluding salary, for infrastructure development and augmentation during the last five years
(INR in Lakhs)
4.2 Library as a Learning Resource (20)
4.2.1 Library is automated with digital facilities using Integrated Library Management System (ILMS), adequate subscription to e-resources and journals are made. The library is optimally used by the faculty and students
4.2.2. Percentage expenditure for purchase of books/ e-books and subscription to journals/e-journals during the last five years (INR in Lakhs)
4.3 IT Infrastructure (30)
4.3.1 Institution frequently updates its IT facilities and provides sufficient bandwidth for internet connection
4.3.2 Student – Computer ratio (Data to be provided only for the latest completed academic year)
4.3.3 Institution has the following Facilities for e-content and other resource development
4.4 Maintenance of Campus Infrastructure (20)
4.4.1 Percentage expenditure incurred on maintenance of physical facilities and academic support facilities excluding salary component during the last five years
4.4.2 There are established systems and procedures for maintaining and utilising physical, academic and support facilities – laboratory, library, sports complex, computers, classrooms etc.
Criterion 5 – Student Support and Progression (100)
5.1 Student Support (30)
5.1.1 Percentage of students benefited by scholarships and freeships provided by the institution, Government and non-government bodies, industries, individuals, philanthropists during the last five years
5.1.2 Efforts taken by the institution to provide career counseling including e-counseling and guidance for competitive examinations during the last five years
5.1.3 Following Capacity development and skills enhancement initiatives are undertaken by the institution for:
- Soft skills
- Language and communication skills
- Life skills (Yoga, physical fitness, health and hygiene, self-employment and entrepreneurial skills)
- Awareness of trends in technology
5.1.4 The Institution adopts the following for redressal of student grievances including sexual harassment and ragging cases
5.2 Student Progression (45)
5.2.1 Percentage of placement of outgoing students during the last five years
5.2.2 Percentage of graduated students who have progressed to higher education year-wise during last five years
5.2.3 Percentage of students qualifying in state/National/International level Examination during last five years (eg. SLET, NET, UPSC etc)
5.2.3.1: Number of students qualifying in state/National/International level Examination during last five years
(eg. SLET, NET, UPSC etc)
5.3 Student Participation and Activities (15)
5.3.1 Number of awards/medals won by students for outstanding performance in sports/cultural activities at inter-university/state/national/international events (award for a team event should be counted as one) during the last five years
5.3.2 Presence of Student Council and its activities for institutional development and student welfare.
5.3.3 The institution conducts /organizes following activities
5.4 Alumni Engagement (10)
5.4.1 Alumni contribution during the last five years (INR in lakhs)to the University through registered Alumni Association.
5.4.2 Alumni contributes and engages significantly to the development of University through academic and other support system.
Criterion 6 – Governance, Leadership and Management (100)
6.1 Institutional Vision and Leadership (15)
6.1.1 The Institutional governance and leadership are in accordance with Vision and mission of the institution and it is visible in various institutional practices such as NEP implementation, sustained institutional growth, de-centralization, participation in the institutional governance and in their Short term/ Long term institutional perspective plan.
6.2 Strategy Development and Deployment (10)
6.2.1 The institutional perspective plan is effectively deployed and function of the Institutional bodies are effective and efficient as visible from policies, administrative set-up, appointment, service rules, procedures etc.
6.2.2 Institution Implements e-governance in its operations.
6.3 Faculty Empowerment Strategies (25)
6.3.1 The institution has a performance appraisal system, promotional avenues and effective welfare measures for teaching and non-teaching staff
6.3.2 Percentage of teachers provided with financial support to attend conferences/workshops and towards membership fee of professional bodies during the last five years.
6.3.3 Percentage of teachers undergoing online/ face-to-face Faculty Development Programmes (FDP)/ Management Development Programs (MDP) during the last five years
6.4 Financial Management and Resource Mobilization (20)
6.4.1 Institutional strategies for mobilisation of funds other than salary and fees and the optimal utilisation of resources
6.4.2 Funds / Grants received from government bodies/non government and philanthropists during the last five years for development and maintenance of infrastructure (not covered under Criteria III and V )
6.4.3 Institution regularly conducts internal and external financial audits.
6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS) (30)
6.5.1 Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)/ Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS) has contributed significantly for institutionalizing the quality assurance strategies and processes, by constantly reviewing the teaching-learning process, structures & methodologies of operations and learning outcomes, at periodic intervals
6.5.2 Institution has adopted the following for Quality assurance:
- Academic and Administrative Audit (AAA) and follow up action taken
- Conferences, Seminars, Workshops on quality conducted
- Collaborative quality initiatives with other institution(s)
- Orientation programme on quality issues for teachers and students
- Participation in NIRF and other recognized ranking like Shanghai Ranking, QS Ranking Times Ranking etc
6.5.3 Incremental improvements made for the preceding five years with regard to quality (in case of first cycle NAAC A/A)
Criterion 7 – Institutional Values and Best Practices (100)
7.1 Institutional Values and Social Responsibilities (50)
7.1.1 Institution has initiated Gender audit and measure for the promotion of gender equity
7.1.2 The Institution has facilities for alternate sources of energy and energy conservation measures
7.1.3 Describe the facilities in the Institution for the management of the following types of degradable and non-degradable waste
7.1.4 Water conservation facilities available in the Institution:
7.1.5 Green campus initiatives
7.1.6 Quality audits on environment and energy are regularly undertaken by the institution
7.1.7 The Institution has friendly, barrier free environment
7.1.8 Describe the Institutional efforts/initiatives in providing an inclusive environment i.e., tolerance and harmony towards cultural,
regional, linguistic, communal, socio-economic and such other diversities
7.1.9 Sensitization of students and employees of the Institution to the constitutional obligations: values, rights, duties and responsibilities
of citizens
7.1.10 The Institution has a prescribed code of conduct for students, teachers, administrators and other staff and conducts periodic programmes in
this regard.
7.2 Best Practices (30)
7.2.1 Describe two Best practices successfully implemented by the Institution as per the NAAC format provided in the Manual.
7.3 Institutional Distinctiveness (20)
7.3.1 Portray the performance of the Institution in one area distinctive to its priority and thrust within 1000 words.