GOSSAIGAON COLLEGE GOSSAIGAON, KOKRAJHAR, ASSAM-783360 Phone: 03669-220151 FAX: 03669-220151 Website: www.gossaigaoncollege.org E-mail: [email protected]
(Affiliated to Gauhati University)
SELF STUDY REPORT
Submitted to National Assessment and Accreditation Council Bangalore-560072, India
To The Director, National Assessment and Accreditation Council, Bengaluru
Subject : Intimation Regarding Uploading of SSR on Website. Date : 07/12/2014
Dear Sir, We hereby intimate that the Self Study Report of Gossaigaon College Gossaigaon, BTAD, Assam for the 2 nd Cycle Accreditation is uploaded on our website with the following details :
Sr. No. Particulars 1. Name of Institution Gossaigaon College, Gossaigaon 2. Head of Institution Dr. Nirjay Kr. Brahma 3. Contact Mobile No. 9864671265 4. Coordinator Mr. Kumud Ranjan Basumatary 5. Contact Mobile No. 8876126979 6. Track ID ASCOGN11284 7. Website www.gossaigaoncollege.org 8. Date of Uploading SSR: 7th December, 2014 9. Web link showing SSR: http://www.gossaigaoncollege.org/wp -content/uploads/2014/12/SSR_GC_College.pdf
With regards.
Yours truly,
Dr. Nirjay Kr. Brahma Principal, Gossaigaon College, Gossaigaon Assam-783360
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To The Director, National Assessment and Accreditation Council, Bengaluru Date: 07/12/2014 From Dr. Nirjay Kr. Brahma Principal , Gossaigaon College, Gossaigaon-783360 ; Assam
Subject : Uploading the Soft Copy of the Self Study Report ( SSR) of Gossaigaon College for 2nd Cycle NAAC Accreditation on our college website www.gossaigaoncollege.org . Ref.: NAAC/E&NE/HKA/CYCLE -2/RAR/ ASCOGN11284/2014 10th June, 2014 TRACK ID : ASCOGN11284
Sir, With reference to our LOI submission on 30 th May 2014 , we are glad to inform you that the Self Study Report-2014 of our college is uploaded on our official website www.gossaigaoncollege.org for 2 nd Cycle Accreditation. This report reflects the entire gamut of activities of the IQAC during t he period 2009–14.
In continuation of the accreditation process 5 number of hard copies of the SSR will be submitted shortly.
For any further clarifica tion you may please contact Dr. Dinesh Das (Economics Department) , IQAC Coordinator, whose contact number is 9435 326099 and email ID [email protected] . This is for your kind information.
With regards
Yours sincerely,
Dr. Nirjay Kr. Brahma Principal Gossaigaon College, Gossaigaon BTAD, Assam.
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GOSSAIGAON COLLEGE GOSSAIGAON, KOKRAJHAR, ASSAM -783360 Assessed and accredited with C+ by NAAC in 2004
No. GC/NAAC/Cycle-2/SSR/2014 Date: 07/12/2014
To, The Director, National Assessment and Accreditation Council PO Box No. 1075 Bangalore: 560072
Sub : Self Study Report for Second Cycle Accreditation 2014
Sir, In pursuance of the LOI, I do hereby submit the Self Study Report in respect of the second cycle of Assess ment for the period 2008 -2014. The preparatio n of SSR for submission to the NAAC for assessment has given us an opportunity to know the strengths and weaknesses of the institution and it has also encouraged everyone to work harder for the all round development of the institution. I will be eagerly waiting to hear from you for the inspection and evaluation by the Peer Team.
Yours faithfully,
Principal Gossaigaon College, Gossaigaon
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PREFACE
The Gossaigaon College was established on 15 th July, 1971 in pursuant to a resolution adopted by general consensus in the public meeting held on 18/12/1969 under the president ship of Late R.N. Basumatary, the then honourable Minister of State, Forest and Revenue Department to the Government of Assam to provide higher education to the sons and daughters of the local people, specially the downtrodden Bodo people. Late A.R. Basumatary, Ex-MLA and Ex-MP (Rajya Sabha) and the pioneer of higher education in the area was the founder Principal of the College. In the beginning altogether eight (8) subjects were introduced in the Arts stream such as English, Assamese, Bengali, Political Science, Education, History, Assamese Second Language and Commercial Geography. Later on some new departments have been added in the Arts stream namely Logic and Philosophy, Bodo (MIL), Geography and Bodo Second Language and at present there are altogether ten (10) subjects in the Arts stream. The College has also taken a bold initiative by introducing Science stream to impart science education in the subjects of Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany and Mathematics from the academic session 1997.
Gossaigaon College is located in the North western part of Assam, bordering West Bengal and Bhutan. Gossaigaon serves as a gateway to the whole of north east India. Gossaigaon is a sub-divisional town populated by various communities of which schedule tribes form the majority. The National Highway 31 (c) and the N.F. Railway pass through Gossaigaon town. It is an integral part of the Bodoland Territorial Area District.
The location of Gossaigaon College thrusts upon it a moral and social responsibility of providing higher education to the masses that are far below the poverty line and remained deprived of higher education for a long time. Since its inception in the year 1971, the College, despite its heavy odds, tried its best to cater to the needs of higher education and saturation of their desire. Within a short span of 42 years, the College has already produced about 10000 graduates in different subjects. Today, many of these graduates are holding responsible positions in different departments of private and public sectors. The College has also produced some sports talents having sports potential getting exposure at the state, national and international level.
Much needs to be done in view of the huge trust and responsibility repose in this institution. As a matter of self retrospection and assessment of our
1 Gossaigaon College, SSR activities, it is highly desirable to make a dispassionate and impartial analysis of our achievements and short comings. For this purpose, the College now desires again to get itself assessed for the second time and accredited by an agency and has decided to approach the NAAC for that end.
The present report has been designed and arranged in seven criteria as given in the NAAC manual. Keeping the aforesaid facts into considerations wherein different aspects of the assessment have been written with tables. A steering Committee was formed with the Principal and Vice-Principal as its Chairman and Vice Chairman respectively, Mr. Kumud Ranjan Basumatary, as Co-ordinator and a few lecturers as member. Different sub- committees were formed to prepare a comprehensive report relating to diverse activities of the institution.
We thankfully acknowledge the sincere co-operation extended by the following members in the preparation of this report namely Mr. K.R. Basumatary, Dr. Manjil Basumatary, Dr. Dinesh Das, Mr. Sanjay Narzary, and Mr. Keshab Narzary.
At the end, we must be thankful to the lecturers, employees of the College and all the well wishers for their encouragement and warm cooperation in preparing this report.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The establishment of Gossaigaon College in the year 1971 was the realization of the hopes and aspirations that aimed at providing higher education to the down trodden people of this neglected area of the state of Assam. The institution has passed through many ups and downs during its journey from 1971 till today. The last 43 years of struggle have bore fruit today which could be witnessed by the services of outgoing students rendered to the society. Curriculums, teaching learning process, research consultancy and extension, infrastructure and learning resources, student support and progression, governance, leadership and management and innovative practices in the institution have all been focused on the achievement of this vision.
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CRITERION-I CURRICULAR ASPECTS
As an affiliated College of the Gauhati University (GU), the college follows the syllabus and curriculum framed by the GU for the Social Sciences and Pure sciences at the Undergraduate level in the Semester system. The Semester system in the Colleges of Assam is introduced from the academic session 2011-12 and now the examinations are held after every six months. The college does not have freedom to introduce innovations such as modular curricula as the college is under affiliating system. Despite ample opportunities for introducing inter disciplinary and multi disciplinary approaches, the college has not been able to avail the opportunities due to financial constraints. Regular courses such as BA, B.Sc qualify the students to choose their career. The institution has undertaken various programmes for curriculum development. There has been active involvement of the faculty in various seminars, workshops and discussions for curriculum development organized by various disciplines. All the departments of the college conducted training programmes on the functioning of the newly introduced semester system for the teachers and the students.
Through the exposure programmes such as field visit, study tours, Annual training camp of NSS, various camps organized by NCC at the national level, literary activities, special lectures by invitees, seminars, group discussions etc. enable the staff and the students to update their knowledge and skills. Apart from the above, communicative skills and Basic computer Awareness programmes are offered to the students from time to time.
The College follows Assamese and English as the medium of instructions.
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CRITERION-II TEACHING LEARNING AND EVALUATION
Admission into various courses in the College is in accordance with the University norms. Admission procedure is made transparent to provide access to higher education for socially and economically deprived section of the students. The students are selected on the basis of their academic records. After the selection of the students for admission, the merit list is hung in the notice board of the college. Students willing to offer major course in any subjects are to appear in a departmentally arranged test examinations for selection. After the admission, orientation classes are arranged by each department at the very beginning so as to enable the students to cope with the programme. The aims and objectives of the programme will be clearly explained to the students. Few teachers are engaged to prepare the time table of the class at the beginning of every new session. Modern teaching aids like white board, internet access etc. facilitate student centric learning. The syllabi are utilized according to the teaching schedule throughout the year and mid course corrections are made by arranging special classes. Besides the lecture method, the college encourages the students’ participation in seminars, group discussions, library assignments, field trip, laboratory works etc. The students are made aware of evaluation process at the beginning of the session by the Principal in a joint meeting of the staff and the students. Sessional tests examinations are conducted in every semester as per the directives of the university to monitor the overall performance of the students. The institution monitors the performance of students throughout the course and the marks are displayed on the college notice board. Remedial coaching classes are provided to the economically disadvantaged students through tutorial and special classes for both regular and casual students.
The teachers are appointed as per UGC norms and state Government guidelines. The college has the freedom to appoint temporary fulltime lecturers depending on the needs of the departments and the salary for such appointed teachers are managed from its own resources. The college encourages teachers to participate in seminar, workshops, orientation and refresher courses to update their knowledge. Six teachers have completed their Ph.D. and many are pursuing research leading to Ph.D. The college also organizes seminars, panel discussion etc. as part of faculty development programme. National seminars are organized periodically to enhance the advanced level of knowledge. The college has planned to hold an international seminar on women empowerment in the month of
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February 2015. Invited lectures by eminent scholars in various fields are arranged from time to time.
The college library plays an important role in the effective teaching learning process. The library remains open from 9.00 AM to 4.00 PM on every working day. The library has a comprehensive collection of about 19,400 books which include general books, academic journals, periodicals of national and international importance etc.
Among the weaknesses in the teaching learning process, there is no centralized media facility to prepare audio visuals. The college does not have sufficient national and international linkages for teaching and research. Although the college has appointed few teachers on temporary basis, but there still few departments which need to be provided with sufficient teachers to facilitate the students for smooth teaching learning process.
The College has not been able to maintain the required teachers students ratio due to lack of sufficient permanent post for teachers and alarming increasing demand for admission by the local students. To manage the affairs few teachers are appointed on temporary basis.
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CRITERION –III RESEARCH , CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION
The institution has a research committee which monitors the research activities of the college. The committee consists of 7 members. Two teachers are carrying out Minor Research project under the financial assistance of the UGC and many others have applied for MRP. Teachers are given study leave to enable them to pursue M.Phil and Ph.D programmes. A peer reviewed journal Called Chinaky-ARJHSS(it is indexed by the Ulrich’s Directory, USA) of multidisciplinary nature is published by the College with ISSN No. 2349-0500 it seeks to promote, coordinate and disseminate intellectual deliberations among academia.
The college has entrusted a full time teacher for extension activities to be performed over and above his usual duty. Various extension activities like Community development, Adult education and literacy, AIDS awareness, Social works, blood donation camps, Environmental awareness etc. are undertaken from time to time. Apart from the extension education cell, the NCC and NSS unit of the College also organizes various programmes in and around the college for community orientation. The NCC unit of the College groom students into disciplined and patriotic citizens and give them special training in personality development and human resource development, inculcating in them comradeship, leadership, secular outlook, spirit of adventure and ideals of selfless service. Periodic orientation given to the students ensuring their involvement in co-curricular and extension activities. Teachers and students are encouraged to take part in these programmes. Teachers are advised to spend their leisure period with the students. We are aware that education without its extension into neighbouring societies remains largely ineffective.
The career counseling and entry in services cell of the College arranges coaching programmes to large number of students specially the underprivileged in Banking, Teachers Eligibility Test, Civil services etc. Programmes like Career building of the students in the neighbouring Schools are also organized to help the students to know about the career opportunities.
We have noticed certain weaknesses in the areas of research consultancy and extension (a) the college lacks in fund to provide financial support to carry out research projects (b) the college does not have any consultancy assignment and hence no earning in this regard and (c) there is also a
7 Gossaigaon College, SSR scarcity of current journals and magazines in the college library for research work due to financial constraints.
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CRITERION-IV INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES
The College has passed through 42 years since its inception and has created considerable infrastructure resources for teaching and learning. It has built up 18522 Sq.mt. building areas of the total 73 bigha and 4 katha of land (Details enclosed along with the master plan in the document section) with basic facilities for Arts and Science. Despite heavy financial constraints, the college has been shouldering the entire costs of science stream with great hardship. The College library is housed in a building of 180.25 Sq. mt. in area with reading room facilities. It has 19,406 books, a number of newspaper and journals. The steps initiated for computerization of library has been completed. Reprography, Audio-Video discs facility are also provided to the library users. The college allows the neighbouring general public to use the college library if a request for the same is made.
The institution has a mechanism for improving infrastructure and learning resources implemented through the Governing Body, Planning Board and other boards, each represented with members from the teaching faculty. The institution utilizes maximum funds from UGC and resources generated from the students as building fee and development fee for the infrastructural development of the college.
The college has a well furnished hygienic canteen with sufficient sitting accommodation for teachers and students to enable them to satisfy their refreshment needs during busy schedule of the college.
The college has separate hostels for both boys and girls with a capacity to accommodate about 40 boys and 70 girls respectively. To meet the growing demands for more hostel accommodation, a new two storey building for girls has been constructed with reading room facilities with fund provided by the UGC. A separate Schedule Caste hostel for boys is under construction to provide accommodation to the SC/OBC students.
To cope with the sports aspiration of the students, the college has provided an extensive playground for outdoor games and sports. It is located within the college premises well fortified on all sides. Football, Volley Ball, Cricket, Badminton etc. are practiced there. It is in this football ground that the Gauhati University Inter College football competition was held twice in the year 1992 and 2012 respectively and in both the occasions, the Gossaigaon College emerged as Champions. Apart from achieving victory in its home
9 Gossaigaon College, SSR ground twice, the college also won the inter college football tournament organized by Gauhati University hosted in other colleges on many occasions.
The All Assam Junior Inter District Football Competition was held in the month of July, 2002 in our college football ground. Students having proficiency in games and sports and in the field of cultural activities are regularly deputed to participate in the Inter College Football and Volleyball competitions and cultural programmes organized on the occasion of Youth festival. Many of our participating students have won medals and trophies in different games and sports competitions and cultural meets at the state level.
Gossaigaon College Cooperative Credit and Savings Society Limited is a well maintained, thriving and prosperous society with 44 members. The Society has an amount of more than 1 crore as its working capital. The Society offers soft loan to the tune of Rs. 8, 00,000/- (Eight lakhs) to each of its deserving members.
The College has also started a welfare fund for both teaching and non- teaching employees who contribute a fixed amount of Rs.200/- (Two hundred only) every month towards the welfare fund. To maintain transparency and openness in their activities, the accounts of the College cooperative society and Employees welfare fund are duly audited by the government machinery and also by its internal auditors.
The weaknesses in the area are (a) the College has not been able to provide accommodation for its staff due to financial constraints. (b) the absence of auditorium, well furnished departmental rooms and Indoor stadium has posed a problem for the functioning of departmental works and various programmes organized in the College (c) the existing administrative building is not enough for smooth functioning of the office (d) lack of well furnished class rooms and guest house is also a major problem of the College and (e) another weakness of the college is the absence of health centre within the college compound.
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CRITERION – V STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION
The institution publishes its updated prospectus every year well before the new session begins. It also provides the vision and mission statement of the institution. The prospectus of the college incorporates information about the courses offered, semester system, rules of admission, fee structure, mode of payment of fees, library rules, information about hostels etc. the institution has a student aid fund which is provided to the needy students. The various competitions are organized by the Union Body of the students. The NCC unit of the college has helped many students coming from poor families to get jobs in defence. The NCC cadets of the college are given opportunity to participate in various camps such as Trekking, Mountaineering, Republic Day Camp in Delhi, National Integration Camp, Advanced leadership Camp, and many other camps organized by the NCC Directorate and DG NCC, Delhi. The participation of cadets in the camps helped them in getting exposure as well as development of personality. The students of the weaker section of the society are given remedial coaching by all the departments. The Career Guidance and Counseling centre has supported the students to improve their skills and competence to fare well in the competitive examinations and interviews. An Anti- ragging cell constituted with teaching staff is functioning on the campus against any attempt of ragging.
The College has an Alumni Association to cater the benefit of their support for co-curricular and extra-curricular activities in the institution.
The teachers and other staff of the college provide continuous and need based support to the students so that they come up with success in their academic career. Apart from classroom teaching, teachers are also engaged in formal and informal evaluation of students strengths and weaknesses and do need based counseling.
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CRITERION – VI ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
The College is managed by the “College Governing Body” which is the highest policy making body of the College. The Governing Body of the College is constituted with 12-15 members from various walks of life including two teachers representative. Generally, the head of the local civil administration or local sitting MP/MLA is selected as the president of the Governing Body and the Principal of the college is the secretary. For the development and efficient management of the college several sub- committees such as, the college development sub-committee, academic improvement sub-committee, examination conduct sub-committee, library management sub-committee, planning board etc. are constituted by the College Governing Body (GB). The meeting of the GB is convened quarterly but in case of necessity the Body meets twice or thrice in a month to solve the problems faced by the college.
The management of the institution is very particular in assigning at least one task in academic, curricular and extension activities to the faculty members. Meetings of teachers at the college level, department level and other sub-committees discuss on various areas of concern and come up with suggestions and proposals for implementation.
As the college is not an autonomous body, it is imperative to abide by the academic calendar prepared by the Gauhati University. However, to meet the local requirements of the college, a comprehensive calendar is prepared in every academic session maintaining the dates of different curricular activities. The fixation of tuition fees is outside the jurisdiction of the college. Other fees, which are under the purview of the college, have been enhanced to cope with the dynamic needs of the institution. The college relies largely on the state government and the UGC for financial aids and grants. Very often the GB of the College has to face financial hardship to undertake the various developmental works of the college. For marinating accuracy and transparency in financial matters of the college, the GB appoints two of its members as internal auditors and audit of the various heads of accounts of the college are under taken every year by the internal auditors besides the occasional audits by the government machinery.
For the welfare of the employees of the college, “the Gossaigaon College employees’ welfare fund” was formed in September 2002. “Students Aid
12 Gossaigaon College, SSR fund” to help the needy students, was constituted years back in the college; but the number of aids received by the students from this fund is very negligible. There is a proper platform to deal with the grievances of the employees and students of the college. It has been dealing with the grievance aired by the employees and the students of the college, falling within its jurisdiction.
The teaching and non-teaching staff of the college can avail loans from the College Cooperative Society which offers loans to its members to the tune of Rs. 800,000/- only @ 12% per annum. The existence of the College Co- operative has given much relief to its members seeking financial loans in times of need as they need not run from pillar to post for soft loan. The College Employees Welfare Fund, which was formed in 2002, offers few loans to the employees at a nominal rate of interest. To obtain loans from both these sources a member has to apply for the loan required in prescribed forms.
In this area of organization and management of the college it is noticed that the meetings of the various sub-committees meant for efficient management of the college are not held regularly. Besides, though efforts have been made to bring discipline in financial management, there is still much to be done. It has to be appreciated that the accounts of the college is audited by the government agency regularly, which was not so before.
Further, the Grievances Redressal Cell of the college has not been very active and there is not a single instance of grievance being aired by any one of the college till now after the formation of the cell.
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CRITERION – VII HEALTHY PRACTICES
For the purpose of internal quality checks of the college, the GB of the college takes various initiatives. It looks into the matters of maintaining punctuality of the teaching and non-teaching staff of the college, collects self appraisal of both students and teachers and analyses the results of the students. The college has been honouring collective decision making and teamwork.
The college tries to impart value based education to the students to meet the needs of the time. The initiative taken by the college to beautify the campus includes plantations on the campus, construction of boundary wall etc.
Starting from the admission procedure, the college community gives special consideration to economically backward students. This is an act of compassion shown to the weaker section of the society in imparting higher education to them which is the vision of the institution. The college also tries to inculcate civic responsibilities among the students through instructions and training in NCC and NSS and by organizing social service programmes which also help the students to develop their personality. Seminars for the students are organized and communication and other life skills are also imparted to the students to help them to become a man of quality. The college is making sincere effort to bring in community orientation in the locality by holding health camps and seminars and discussions on population education, protection of environment, agriculture etc. However, ample opportunities are inexistence in the field of community orientation of the locality and the college resolves to work further in this direction for the welfare of the people around.
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1. PROFILE OF THE GOSSAIGAON COLLEGE
1. Name and Address of the College: Name: Gossaigaon College Address: P.O.:-Gossaigaon Dist.: Kokrajhar Pin: 783360 State: Assam Website: www.gossaigaoncollege.org
2. For communication: Designation Name Telephone Mobile Fax Email With STD code Principal Dr. N.K. Brahma O: 03669 - 9864671265 03669 - gsncollege@ 220151 220151 rediffmail.co m Vice Smt. Meghola O: 03669 - 9954330313 03669 - gsncollege@ Principal Basu (Chandra) 220151 220151 rediffmail.co m Steering Sri Kumud O: 03669 - 8876126979 03669 - kumudranja Committee Ranjan 220151 220151 nbasumatary Co-ordinator Basumatary @gmail.com 3. Status of the Institution: Affiliated College Constituent College Any other (specify)
4. Type of Institution: a. By Gender i. For Men ii. For Women iii. Co-Education b. By shift i. Regular ii. Day iii. Evening
5. Is it a recognized minority institution? Yes No
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If yes specify the minority status (Religious/linguistic/ any other) and provide documentary evidence.
6. Source of funding: Government Grant-in-aid Self-financing Any other
7. a. Date of establishment of the college: July, 1971 (dd/mm/yyyy)
b. University to which the college is affiliated /or which governs the college (If it is a constituent college) Gauhati University
c. Details of UGC recognition: Date, Month &Year Under Section Remarks (If any) (dd/mm/yyyy) i. 2(f) 07-05-1990 Certificate attached ii. 12(B) 07-05-1990 Certificate attached (Certificate of recognition u/s 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act is attached) Annexure-II
d. Details of recognition/approval by statutory/regulatory bodies other than UGC (AICTE, NCTE, MCI, DCI, PCI, RCI etc.) Recognition/Approval Under Day, Month details Section/ and Year Validity Remarks Institution/Department clause (dd-mm-yyyy) Programme i. ii. iii. iv. (Enclose the recognition/approval letter)
8. Does the affiliating university Act provide for conferment of autonomy (as recognized by the UGC), on its affiliated colleges?
Yes No
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If yes, has the College applied for availing the autonomous status? Yes No
9. Is the college recognized a. By UGC as a College with Potential for Excellence (CPE)? Yes No
If yes, date of recognition: ______N/A______(dd/mm/yyyy)
b. for its performance by any other governmental agency? Yes No
If yes, Name of the agency N/A and Date of recognition N/A (dd/mm/yyyy)
10. Location of the campus and area in sq. mts: Location Rural (Tribal area) Campus area in sq.mts. 99033.46 Sq. mt. Built up area in sq.mts 18522.00 Sq. mt.
11. Facilities available on the campus (Tick the available facility and provide numbers or other details at appropriate places) or in case the institute has an agreement with other agencies in using any of the listed facilities provide information on the facilities covered under the agreement.
• Auditorium/seminar complex with infrastructural facilities √ • Sports facilities play ground √ swimming pool Nil gymnasium Nil • Hostel Boys’ hostel i. Number of hostels 02 ii. Number of inmates 40 iii. Facilities (mention available facilities):
The hostel is well furnished and has all necessary requirements such as electricity and water supply.
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Girls’ hostel i. Number of hostels 02 ii. Number of inmates 70 iii. Facilities (mention available facilities):
The hostel is well furnished and has all necessary requirements such as electricity and water supply.
Working women’s hostel i. Number of inmates Nil ii. Facilities (mention available facilities) Nil
• Residential facilities for teaching and non-teaching staff (give numbers available — cadre wise):
One room is available.
• Cafeteria — √ • Health centre – √ First aid, Inpatient, Outpatient, Emergency care facility, Nil Ambulance……. Health centre staff – Nil Qualified doctor Full time Nil Part-time Nil Qualified Nurse Full time Nil Part-time 01 • Facilities like banking, post office, book shops Nil • Transport facilities to cater to the needs of students and Nil staff • Animal house Nil • Biological waste disposal Nil • Generator or other facility for management/regulation of √ electricity and voltage • Solid waste management facility Nil • Waste water management Nil • Water harvesting Nil
12. Details of programmes offered by the college (Give data for current academic year)
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No. of students
admitted SI. Name of the No. Programme/ Course Entry
Duration Duration I II III Medium of of Medium instruction instruction Qualification Qualification Programme Programme Level Sanctioned/ approved Student strength B.A .(English, 445 317 290 Assamese Bodo, Education, Under- Economics, 3 Higher English/ 1 1052 Graduate History, Years Secondary Assamese Political Science, Geography, Philosophy) BSc. ( 51 38 12 Chemistry, Under- Physics, 3 Higher English/ 2 101 Graduate Mathematics, Years Secondary Assamese Zoology, Botany.)
13. Does the college offer self-financed Programme? Yes No If yes, how many? 14. New programmes introduced in the college during the last five years (if any)?
Yes No number 15. List the departments: (respond if applicable only and do not list facilities like Library, Physical Education as departments, unless they are also offering academic degree awarding programmes. Similarly, do not list the departments offering common compulsory subjects for all the programmes like English, regional languages etc.)
Faculty Departments UG PG Research Arts Education √ Economics √
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History √ Political Science √ Geography √ Philosophy √ Science Chemistry √ Physics √ Mathematics √ Zoology √ Botany √
16. Number of programmes offered under (programme means a degree course like BA, BSc, MA, M.Com.) a. annual system Nil b. semester system 14 c. trimester system Nil
17. Number of Programmes with: a. Choice Based Credit System 14 b. Inter/Multidisciplinary Approach Nil c. Any other ( specify and provide details) Nil
18. Does the college offer UG and/or PG programmes in Teacher Education?
Yes No
If yes, a. Year of Introduction of the programme(s)…………… (dd/mm/yyyy) and number of batches that completed the programme
b. NCTE recognition details (if applicable) Notification No.: …………………………………… Date: …………………………… (dd/mm/yyyy) Validity:……………………….. c. Is the institution opting for assessment and accreditation of Teacher Education Programme separately?
Yes No
19. Does the college offer UG and/or PG programmes in Physical Education?
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Yes No
If yes, a. Year of Introduction of the programme(s)………… (dd/mm/yyyy) and number of batches that completed the programme
b. NCTE recognition details (if applicable) Notification No.: …………………………………… Date: …………………………… (dd/mm/yyyy) Validity:………………………..
c. Is the institution opting for assessment and accreditation of Teacher Education Programme separately?
Yes No
20. Number of teaching and non-teaching position in the Institution:
Teaching faculty Non- Technical Positions Associate Assistant teaching Professor Staff Professor Professor staff *M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F Sanctioned by the UGC / University / 14 03 23 03 14 01 06 01 State Government Recruited Yet to Recruit 04 02 Sanctioned by the Management/ society or other 03 02 03 01 authorized bodies Recruited Yet to recruit *M-Male *F-Female
21. Qualifications of the Teaching Staff: Highest Professor Associate Assistant Total qualification Professor Professor Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent Teachers D.Sc/D.Litt.
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Ph.D. 03 03 06 M.Phil. 05 02 13 01 21 P.G. 07 01 09 02 19 Temporary Teachers Ph.D. M.Phil. P.G. 01 01 Part -time Teachers Ph.D. M.Phil. P.G. 04 02 06
22. Number of Visiting Faculty /Guest Faculty engaged with the College. Nil
23. Furnish the number of the students admitted to the college during the last four academic years. 2011 -12 2012 -13 2013 -14 2014 -15 Categories Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female SC 100 55 59 40 47 35 49 34 ST 323 93 254 108 302 187 297 199 OBC 115 48 134 107 183 101 230 124 General 212 74 151 106 154 108 141 79 Total 750 270 598 361 686 431 717 436 Grand Total 1020 959 1117 1153
24. Details on the students enrollment in the college during the current academic year: Type of Students UG PG M.Phil Ph.D. Total Students from the same 1133 ------1133 state where the college is located Students from other states of India 20 ------20 NRI Students ------Foreign Students ------Total 1153 ------1153
25. Dropout rate in UG and PG (average of the last two batches): UG 0.16 PG N/A
26. Unit Cost of Education: (Unit cost=total annual recurring expenditure (actual) divided by total number of students enrolled)
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(a) including the salary component Rs 23,700.00 (b) excluding the salary component Rs 3,433.00
27. Does the college offer any programme(s) in distance education mode (DEP)?
Yes No
If yes, a) is it a registered centre for offering distance education programmes of another University Yes No
b) Name of the University which has granted such registration.
c) Number of programmes offered d) Programmes carry the recognition of the Distance Education Council. Yes No
28. Provide Teacher-student ratio for each of the programme/course offered: Under Graduate Sl. No. Subjects Teacher -student Ratio 1 English 1:115 2 Assamese 1:99 3 Bodo 1:77 4 Education 1:211 5 Economics 1;14 6 History 1:17 7 Political Science 1:124 8 Geography 1:20 9 Philosophy 1:32 10 Mathematics 1:27 11 Physics 1:14 12 Chemistry 1:90 13 Zoology 1:25 14 Botany 1:26
29. Is the college applying for
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Accreditation: Cycle 1 Cycle 2 Cycle 3 Cycle 4 Re-Assessment: (Cycle 1refers to first accreditation and Cycle 2, Cycle 3 and Cycle 4 refers to reaccreditation)
30. Date of accreditation* (applicable for Cycle 2, Cycle 3, Cycle 4 and reassessment only):
Cycle 1: ______03-05-2004_____ (dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome/Result _____C+______
For copy of Accreditation certificates: See Annexure- A For peer team reports: See Annexure- B
31. Number of working days during the last academic year. 248
32. Number of Teaching days during the last academic year (Teaching days means days on which lectures were engaged excluding the examination days) 146
33. Date of establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC):
IQAC ____24-06-2005____ (dd/mm/yyyy)
34. Details regarding submission of Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQAR) to NAAC.
AQAR (i) ______(dd/mm/yyyy) AQAR (ii) ______(dd/mm/yyyy) AQAR (iii) ___06/12/2014___ (dd/mm/yyyy) AQAR (iv) ___06/12/2014 __ (dd/mm/yyyy)
35. Any other relevant data (not covered above) the college would like to include. (Do not include explanatory/descriptive information)
The following facilities/activities are also available in the college. IGNOU Study Centre Spot Evaluation Zone RTI
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2. CRITERIA - WISE INPUTS
CRITERION-I: CURRICULAR ASPECTS
1.1 CURRICULUM PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION
1.1.1 State the vision, mission and objectives of the institution, and describe how these are communicated to the students, teachers, staff and other stakeholders.
Vision: The vision of Gossaigaon college is to impart quality higher education in an atmosphere conducive to the students belonging to all sections of the society and thus help in the spreading of knowledge and advancement of educational activities in all its branches including vocational and professional education.
Mission 1. To develop the institution as a centre of Excellence for Higher Education. 2. To achieve equity and quality with the zeal of morality.
Objectives: Help the students become men and women of character with high standard of moral . Help the students committed to life time learning. Help the students to strive continually after excellence in every field. Instill in them the spirit of selfless service towards the society. Provide an education i.e. socially relevant and useful for life.
The college effectively disseminates the vision, mission and objectives through various means like the College Academic Calendar, Prospectus and College Magazine and also through meetings of students, teachers and non-teaching staff at the beginning of each academic year.
Boards displaying the vision, mission and objective of the college are also another means of disseminating them.
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1.1.2 How does the Institution develop and deploy action plans for effective implementation of the curriculum? Give details of the process and substantiate through specific example(s).
The college is affiliated to Gauhati University (GU) and as such follows the syllabi and curriculum formulated by it. The university (Gauhati University) formulated the curriculum design through active participation of its affiliated colleges. Before the introduction of the Semester system in 2011 the Assam College Teachers’ Association took active role in curriculum design by holding many seminars and workshops in places where faculty from affiliated colleges could involve themselves. One such workshop was organized at Bholanath College, Dhubri, on 10 th April/2010 where 4(four) faculties from Gossaigaon college participated. Dr. KG Bhattacharya, the then Director, Academic Staff College, GU, presented the topic for discussion. Members of the teaching faculty from all neighboring colleges participated in the workshop and they were given opportunities to express their views on the new system.
1.1.3 What type of support (procedural and practical) do the teachers receive (from the University and/or institution) for effectively translating the curriculum and improving teaching practices?
The new Choice Based Credit and Semester System was introduced in 2011 in all colleges under Gauhati University and for arousing awareness among the teaching and non-teaching staff, the IQAC of the college organized a workshop on 31-03-2011 in which all the faculty members of the college took active part for acquiring first hand information about the same. The workshop highlighted the approaches, techniques and methods of improving teaching- learning process.
1.1.4 Specify the initiatives taken up or contribution made by the institution for effective curriculum delivery and transaction on the Curriculum provided by the affiliating University or other statutory agency.
The college conducted training programme on the functioning of the newly introduced Choice Based Credit and Semester system for the students and the teachers. Henceforth, every year the college
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organizes an orientation programme on commencement of first year class for both students and parents.
1.1.5 How does the institution network and interact with beneficiaries such as industry, research bodies and the university in effective operationalization of the curriculum?
By the introduction of modernized courses and such other programmes which aim at academic excellence and innovative teaching –learning techniques, the college satisfies the need of the beneficiaries.
1.1.6 What are the contributions of the institution and/or its Staff members to the development of the curriculum by the University? (Number of staff members/departments represented on the Board of Studies, student feedback, teacher feedback, stakeholder feedback provided, specific suggestions etc?
The job of the curriculum design is with the affiliating university which is designed by organizing workshops to exchange views/suggestions from the faculty of various affiliated colleges.
1.1.7 Does the institution develop curriculum for any of the courses offered (other than those under the purview of the affiliating University) by it? If ‘yes’, give details on the process (‘Needs Assessment’, design, development and planning) and the courses for which the curriculum has been developed.
The institution despite its frantic effort to introduce some value added courses, due to paucity of fund and lack of accommodations, the college has not been able to fulfill its long cherished aspiration.
1.1.8 How does institution analyze/ensure that the stated objectives of curriculum are achieved in the courses of implementation?
The college organizes internal examination in the university pattern for each semester which is being evaluated at departmental level and thus ensures the stated objectives of curriculum.
1.2 Academic Flexibility
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1.2.1 Specifying the goals and objectives give details of the certificate/diploma/skill development courses etc., offered by the institution.
The college does not provide any such courses as that of the certificate/diploma/skill development.
1.2.2 Does the institution offer programmes that facilitate twinning/ dual degree? If ‘yes’, give details.
The institution does not provide any such programmes that facilitate twinning/dual degree.
1.2.3 Give details on the various institutional provisions with reference to academic flexibility and how it has been helpful to students in terms of skills development, academic mobility, progression to higher studies and improved potential for employability. Issues may cover the following and beyond:
Range of core/elective options offered by the university and those opted by the college Choice Based Credit System and range of subject options Course offered in modular form Credit transfer and accumulation facility Lateral and vertical mobility within and across programmes and courses. Enrichment courses
Skill enhancement programmes like Communicative English, Entry into service etc. at UG level the syllabi and curriculum of Gauhati University for all courses are both Core and Elective options and the college follows the Choice Based Credit and semester System offered by the university. The students in various disciplines can choose one open course as major out of fourteen courses offered by the college during the Ist semester.
Keeping in view the value education and awareness in social citizenship roles as its chief aims various enrichment programmes are provided to the students through counseling classes, NSS, NCC and also through holding of seminars and workshops on various issues such as women empowerment, climate change and on other local issues. The community-living through camps conducted by NSS
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and study tours conducted by some departments etc are the various enrichment programmes aiming to promote value education.
1.2.4 Does the institution offer self-financed programmes? If ‘yes’, list them and indicate how they differ from other programmes, with reference to admission, curriculum, fee structure, teachers’ qualification, salary etc.
The college does not offer any such self-financing programme at present.
1.2.5 Does the college provide additional skill oriented programmes, relevant to regional and global employment markets? If ‘yes’ provide details of such programme and the beneficiaries.
Keeping in view the regional and global market, the college provides additional skill oriented programmes such as B.Sc. Physics with Mathematics and Chemistry, Botany with Chemistry and Zoology etc. which enable the students to respond to regional and global job opportunities.
1.2.6 Does the University provide for the flexibility of combining the conventional face-to-face and Distance Mode of Education for students to choose the courses/combination of their choice? If ‘yes’, how does the institution take advantage of such provision for the benefit of students?
The University does not provide for the flexibility of combining the conventional face-to-face and Distance Mode of Education for students.
1.3 Curriculum Enrichment
1.3.1 Describe the efforts made by the institution to supplement the University’s Curriculum to ensure that the academic programmes and Institution’s goals and objectives are integrated ?
Through the implementation of various activities such as seminars, discussions, workshops etc. to infuse the sense of morality, respect and discipline, the college endeavours to integrate the academic programmes with the of goals and objectives of the institution.
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1.3.2 What are the efforts made by the institution to modify, enrich and organize the curriculum to explicitly reflect the experiences of the students and cater to needs of the dynamic employment market?
As the college is affiliated to Gauhati University, it has been following the curriculum framed and designed by the university.
1.3.3 Enumerate the efforts made by the institution to integrate the cross cutting issues such as Gender, Climate Change, Environmental Education, Human Rights, ICT etc., into the curriculum?
The curriculum and syllabus adopted by the university for most of the courses give due weightage to gender education, climate change, environmental education, human rights, national development and national integration. The Extension Education Programmes and Activities conducted by NSS, NCC, etc. are the orientations towards the attainment of these objectives.
1.3.4 What are the various value-added courses/enrichment programmes offered to ensure holistic development of students?
To ensure holistic development of students, the college offers the following value-added /enrichment programmes.
Coaching for Competitive Co aching for Entry in Services. Examinations Orientation for Beginners At the commencement of new session every year. Tutorial and Mentoring As per daily class routine. Counseling Programmes Career Counseling Cell.
1.3.5 Citing a few examples enumerate on the extent of use of the feedback from stakeholders in enriching the curriculum?
N/A
1.3.6 How does the institution monitor and evaluate the quality of its enrichment programmes?
Through feedback from students, continuous evaluations of the quality of the enrichment programmes are made.
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1.4 Feedback System
1.4.1 What are the contributions of the institution in the design and development of the curriculum prepared by the University?
Through active participation in the workshops organized for the purpose of curriculum preparation by the university the college contributed a lot.
1.4.2 Is there a formal mechanism to obtain feedback from students and stakeholders on Curriculum? If ‘yes’, how is it communicated to the University and made use internally for curriculum enrichment and introducing changes/new programmes?
No such formal mechanism to obtain feedback from students is available.
1.4.3 How many new progrmmes/courses were introduced by the institution during the last four years? What was the rationale for introducing new courses/programmes?
During the last four years no such new programme/course was introduced.
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CRITERION II TEACHING -LEARNING AND EVALUATION
2.1 STUDENT ENROLMENT AND PROFILE
2.1.1 How does the college ensure publicity and transparency in the admission process?
To ensure publicity and transparency in the admission process, the college adopts such measures as the circulation of notices at notice board and college website and also by hosting banners at important places. The information regarding admission to the various courses offered by the college is given in prospectus also.
2.1.2 Explain in detail the criteria adopted and process of admission (Ex. (i) merit (ii) common admission test conducted by state agencies and national agencies (iii) combination of merit and entrance test or merit, entrance test and interview (iv) any other) to various programmes of the Institution.
The college has an Admission Board to look after the process of admission which helps the college authority to carry out the admission process smoothly. The Admission Board gives valuable suggestions and ways and means to satisfy all local aspiring candidates who are economically disadvantaged hailing from rural areas. The students are selected for admission purely on the basis of merit found in their entry qualifications. The college follows the reservation policy of the government for the ST/SC and physically challenged candidates in the admission process.
2.1.3 Give the minimum and maximum percentage of marks for admission at entry level for each of the programmes offered by the college and provide a comparison with other colleges of the affiliating university within the city/district.
2.1.4 Is there a mechanism in the institution to review the admission process and student profiles annually? If ‘yes’ what is the outcome of such an effort and how has it contributed to the improvement of the process?
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Yes, there is a mechanism in the college to review the admission process for its improvement. It is reviewed by the Admission Board constituted with the members from both teaching and non-teaching staffs of the college. Though admissions have been done over the years according to the accepted norms, but in many a times to augment the local population needs, the area predominantly inhabited by the down-trodden tribal people, the Admission Board has to resort to compromise the accepted norms in the admission process.
2.1.5 Reflecting on the strategies adopted to increase/improve access for following categories of students, enumerate on how the admission policy of the institution and its students profiles demonstrate/ reflect the National commitment to diversify and inclusion?
The college is located at remote area peopled predominantly by poor SC/ST population and it was started with a view to providing higher education to the deprived economically poor section of the society to empower them to get gainful employment in various sectors. Hence outmost concern is given to ensure the inclusion of SC/ST and other socially backward classes.
2.1.6 Provide the following details for various programme offered by the institution during the last four
Years and comment on the trends i.e. reasons for increase/decrease and actions initiated for Improvement.
Year 2010 -11 2011 -12 2012 -13 2013 -14 UG 1020 960 1117 TOTAL 1020 960 1117
The above data clearly depict the increasing trend in student enrollment over the years. It is due to restructured curriculum of the university and offered major courses in fourteen subjects in UG level and partly due to the reputation of the college.
2.2 Catering to diverse Needs of Students
2.2.1 How does the institution cater to the needs of differently-abled students and ensure adherence to government policies in this regard?
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• The reservation policy of the government on admission to differently-abled students is strictly followed. • Through counseling necessary guidance and support is provided. • The college provides wheel chairs to facilitate the movements of such students.
2.2.2 Does the institution assess the students’ needs in terms of knowledge and skills before the commencement of the programme? If ‘yes’, give details on the process.
• On the very first day of the commencement of classes, the principal of the college provides details information to the students about the facilities available in the college. • The information about the rules and regulations and the structure and evaluation of their programme is also given. • Information regarding scholarships, concessions and other financial assistance to the needy are also given. • Various departments of the college conduct motivation classes to motivate the students.
2.2.3 What are the strategies drawn and deployed by the institution to bridge the knowledge gap of the enrolled students to enable them to cope with the programmes of their choice?( Bridge/Remedial /Add- on /Enrichment Coources,etc.
Through orientation classes by each department at the beginning, efforts are made to bridge the knowledge gap so as to enable the students to cop up with the programme.
2.2.4 How does the college sensitize its staff and students on issues such as gender, inclusion, environment etc.?
The seminars, workshops, orientations, etc. are the usual medium for sensitizing the staffs and students on issues such as gender, inclusion and environment. The activities of NSS, NCC, Alumni, faculty, departments etc. fully utilizes these programmes with funds under UGC schemes and other sources to create an academic environment ensuring gender equity and accessibility and inclusion of underprivileged sections of the society.
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2.2.5 How does the institution identify and response to special educational/learning needs of advanced learners?
The advance learners once they are identified are given full opportunity to develop themselves further by organizing regular seminars, quizzing, debates, group and panel discussions, etc. from time to time by various forums. In these activities students are encouraged to participate in intercollegiate competitions.
2.2.6 How does the institute collect, analyze and use the data and information on the academic performance (through the programme duration) of the students at risk of drop out (students from the disadvantaged sections of society, physically challenged slow learners, economically weaker sections etc.)?
2.3 Teaching-Learning Process
2.3.1 How does the college plan and organize the teaching, learning and evaluation schedules? (Academic calendar, teaching plan, evaluation blueprint, etc.)
The college is affiliated to Gauhati University which prescribes norms, rules and regulations, syllabi for various courses which are given in the academic calendar and prospectus published by the college at the beginning of the academic year. The Academic Improvement Committee of the college through its meeting at the beginning of the year prepares the schedule for the year and each department plans and chalks out the route to complete the modules as per the syllabus. To evaluate the performance of students, internal assessment and end -semester examinations for each semester are conducted by the college and the university.
2.3.2 How does IQAC contribute to improve the teaching-learning process?
The IQAC of the college contributes immensely in improving teaching –learning process by holding discussions on important aspects periodically. It also observes and monitors to ensure that the teachers implement the student centric methods of teaching – learning process. IQAC collects feedback from students and distributes questionnaires on self evaluation for teachers, evaluation of teachers by the students, evaluation of students by the
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teachers etc. to improve the quality of teaching –learning process. Students’ feedback gives great scope to the teachers to improve their teaching quality.
2.3.3 How is learning made for student-centric? Give details on the support structures and systems available for teachers to develop skills like interactive learning collaborative learning and independent learning among the students?
The college has been giving due weightage in improving the practice of student- centric teaching-learning in a phase manner. The college with its limited resources is trying hard to acquire modern teaching aids like white board, LCD projectors, Lap –tops, etc. to facilitate student centric learning. Seminars, assignments, group discussions, project preparations, etc. have been practiced to facilitate interactive learning as a part of the student- centric learning.
2.3.4 How does the institution nurture critical thinking, creativity and scientific among the students to transform them into life-long learners and innovators?
The college nurtures critical thinking, creativity and scientific among the students by organizing various competition programmes like quizzing, creative arts, debates, performance arts, etc. which instill creative and critical thinking in students. The college also conducts seminars, workshops, etc. where students are given opportunities to participate or interact.
2.3.5 What are the technologies and facilities available and used by the faculty for effective teaching? Eg: Virtual laboratories, e-learning- resources from national mission on education through Information and Communication Technology (NME-ICT), open educational resources, mobile education, etc.
The college is located at rural area. As such the college has limited technologies and facilities like internet facility, common computer facility attached with career counseling cell is provided for all staffs.
2.3.6 How are the students and faculty expose to advanced level of knowledge and skills (blended learning, expert lectures, seminars workshops etc.)?
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To enhance the advance level of knowledge and skills, the national and international seminars are organized from time to time where students and teachers are encouraged to participate actively. The library of the college subscribes journals, periodicals, newspapers, etc. which enable students and faculty to get information about the recent development in their respective fields of study.
2.3.7 Details (process and the number of students benefited) on the academic, personal and psycho-social support and guidance services (professional councelling/ mentoring/academic advice) provided to students?
Effective tutorial system, personal counseling, motivation classes, life-skill development programmes through Career Counseling Cell, UGC sponsored Coaching for Entry in Services etc. are some of the noted programmes which are provided to the students. All these programmes contribute to modern areas of advanced level of knowledge and skills for students.
2.3.8 Provide details of innovative teaching approaches/methods adopted by the faculty during the last four years? What are the efforts made by the institution to encourage the faculty to adopt new and innovative approaches and the impact of such innovative practices on student learning?
Faculties are encouraged to adopt innovative teaching approaches by the college through providing them modern tools of teaching like LCD projectors, Internet facilities, reprographic equipments, digital visuals aids etc. The college has been making continuous and sustained efforts to provide to each department for regular use in the class rooms in a phase manner.
Other learning methods like group work, case study, debates, project works, field trips etc supplement class room teaching. Introduction of LCD projectors in some departments has created an enthusiasm and also has enabled students to prepare powerpoint presentation for seminars and project presentation.
2.3.9 How are library resources used to augment the teaching-learning process?
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The college has a spacious Central library which plays a pivotal role in the effective teaching-learning process. The central library remains open from 9.00a.m. to 4.30 p.m. on week days and from 9.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. on Saturdays.
The library has a huge collection of about 15,000 books including general books, academic books, journals periodicals etc. The available reference books are effectively utilized by the students for preparation of assignments and seminar papers in the curriculum. INFLIBNET facilities available in the library enable the students and staff access to a number of e-journals free of cost. Departmental library maintained by each department is also another notable feature of the college.
2.3.10 Does the institution has any challenges in completing the curriculum within the planned time frame and calendar? If ‘yes’, elaborate on the challenges encountered and the institutional approaches to overcome these.
Due to situation of the college in the rural area, as and when unexpected strikes or hartals or bandhs are called for by various organizations and political parties, in absence of both public and private vehicles in those days, though the college remains open student attendance in the classes remain thin.
Due to introduction of semester system, the numbers of internal and external examinations have increased which poses challenges in completing the curriculum within the planned time frame.
To complete the remaining portion of the courses, the most of the teachers have to arrange extra classes at a time convenient to them.
2.3.11 How does the institute monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching- learning?
The college monitors and evaluates the quality of teaching and learning practices:
through Academic Improvement Committee. through test, seminar presentations and assignments, the progress of the academic process is evaluated.
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College monitors the academic progress of the students by systematic recording of marks/ grades secured by the students. teachers are evaluated by the student, self evaluation by the teacher, self evaluation by student and student evaluation by teacher are regularly conducted. IQAC provides the UGC format to UG students for evaluation of teachers.
2.4 Teacher Quality
2.4.1 Provide the following details and elaborate on the strategies adopted by the college in planning and management (recruitment and retention) of its human resource (qualified and competent teachers) to meet the changing requirements of the curriculum.
Highest Professor Associate Assistant Total Qualification Professor Professor Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent teachers D.Sc/D.Lit Ph.D 03 03 06 M.Phil 05 02 13 01 21 PG 07 01 09 02 19 Temporary teachers Ph.D M.Phil PG 01 01 Part - time teachers Ph.D M.Phil PG 04 02 06
For the recruitment of teachers UGC norms of qualification and state government rules and regulations are strictly followed. After obtaining permission from the state government the identified vacancies are advertised in the regional and national dailies. From amongst the list of applicant the eligible candidates are called for an interview. The interview board comprises the University (Gauhati) nominee, Principal, Subject Expert and Head of department conducts the interview.
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On the basis of performance of the candidates in the interview plus academic merit, a comparative statement is prepared. P.G. with 55% of marks along with NET/Ph.D is the minimum qualification and along with it due weightage is given to M.Phil/Ph.D. degree and research publications. Finally appointment is done in order of ranks in the list.
2.4.2 How does the institution cope with the growing demand/scarcity of qualified senior faculty to teach new programmes/modern areas (emerging areas) of study being introduced (Bio-technology, IT, Bio- informatics etc.)? Provide details on the efforts made by the institution in this direction and the outcome during the last three years.
The college has not been able to introduce such new programmes as that of Bio-technology, IT, Bio-informatics etc. due to paucity of fund.
2.4.3 Providing details on staff development programmes during the last four years. Elaborate on the strategies adopted by the institution in enhancing the teacher quality.
The college motivates the faculty members to join various staff development programmes conducted by various agencies by circulating information in this regard. The applications for joining staff development programme are securitized by the Principal and Head of Department and on the basic of seniority of the applicants and availability of teachers for smooth conduct of departmental activities, the applicants are selected. Usually all incumbent applicants are given permission to undergo training.
Academic Staff Development Programmes Departments No. of Faculty Nominated Summer/ Staff Staff Winter Training Training Schools, Conducted Conducted Workshops, by the by other Seminar University institutions Refresher Refresher Course HRD Programmes Orientation Programmes etc. English 05 02 33 Assamese 10 03 55 Bodo 04 02 25
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Economics 07 02 68 Education 10 03 47 History 09 02 36 Philosophy 01 03 08 Political 07 01 19 Science Geography 05 02 43 Mathematics 16 Chemistry 06 Physics 04 Zoology 19 Botany 01 11
Item/Year 2010 -11 2011 -12 2012 -13 2013 -14 As resource persons in nil nil 04 02 Workshops/Seminars/ Conferences organized by External Professional Agencies. Participated in External 30 35 45 65 Workshops/Seminars/ Conferences recognized by national/international professional bodies. Presented papers in 12 22 35 25 Workshops/Seminars/ Conferences conducted or recognized by professional agencies
2.4.4 What policies/systems are in place to research teachers? (E.g. Providing research grants, study leave, support for research and academic publication teaching experience in other national institution and specialized programmes industrial engagement etc.)
The Principal of the college, as a part of researching teachers, grants leave for attending seminars, conferences, workshops and training programmes for the short durations. The college encourages its teachers to attend regional, national and international academic seminars and conferences, refresher courses ,orientation programme, workshops etc.and also encourages to able of
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opportunities under faculty Improvement Programmes of UGC. The college also supports the departments to organize national and international seminars, workshops, etc. in the college.
2011 -12 2012 -13 2013 -14 2014 -15 National Seminars 01 01 02 International Seminars To be conducted in the month of February/2015 Workshops 01 Training
2.4.5 Give the number of faculty who received awards/ recognisation at the state, national and international level for excellence in teaching diring the last four years. Enunciate how the institutional culture and environment contributed to such performance/achievement of the faculty.
No such awards/recognisations have so far been received by any faculty of the college.
2.4.6 Has the institution introduced evaluation of teachers by the students and external Peers? If ‘yes’, how is the evaluation used for improving the quality of the teaching- learning process?
Every teacher is subjected to undergo evaluation by the students through confidential feedback on the basis of punctuality, teaching methods, interest in teaching, ability to teach both theory and practical, up gradation of knowledge, respond to student problems, participation in organizing co-curricular activities etc. by which teachers become aware of the strengths and weaknesses through the feedback of students. After evaluation of feedback, if the weaknesses of teachers are detected necessary corrective measures are initiated for improvement.
2.5 Evaluation process and Reforms
2.5.1 How does the institution ensure that the stakeholders of the institution especially students and faculty are aware of the evaluation processes?
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The evaluation processes are initiated by IQAC of the college which suggests both student and faculty members about the mode of evaluation to be followed at the beginning of the academic programme.
Students are given orientation about the curriculum, especially the syllabus, marks/grade for each course, internal and external assessment etc. at the beginning of the academic year and shortly after the commencement of first semester, students are made aware of the internal evaluation components, probable time of examinations at the college and university level.
2.5.2 What are the major evaluation reforms of the university that the institution has adopted and what are the reforms initiated by the institution on its own?
For renovating and rejuvenating the higher education the Gauhati University from 2011 onwards has introduced choice –based credit semester system for all undergraduate programmes.
The internal assessment and end-semester examinations are two parts of student evaluation for each course. The college conducts two centralized internal examinations for each semester.
2.5.3 How does the institution ensure effective implementation of the evaluation reforms of the university and those initiated by the institution on its own?
The semester system is a continuous teaching –learning and student evaluation process. For continuous assessment of students internal evaluation is conducted with the components like theory, attendance, assignment and seminar/viva-voice.
The responsibility of evaluating the internal assessment is vested on the teachers who teach the course. A student has got every right to know on his performance which the teacher is bound to part with.
2.5.4 Provide details on the formative and summative evaluation approaches adopted to measure student achievement. Cite a few examples which have positively impacted the system.
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The internal assessment done at the college level is formative evaluation and the external assessment done at the university level in summative evaluation which is adopted to measure the achievement of the students both by the college and the university.
2.5.5 Enumerate on how the institution monitors and communicates the progress and performance of students through the duration of the course/programme? Provide an analysis of the students results/achievements (Programme/course wise for last four years) and explain the differences if any and patterns of achievement across the programmes/courses offered.
Through systematic internal assessment the components of which are tests, attendance, assignments and seminar participation, the college continuously monitors the progress of students. The head of the department keeps a record of performance and attendance of each student of the class.
2.5.6 Detail on the significant improvements made in ensuring rigour and transparency in the internal assessment during the last four years and weight ages assigned for the overall development of students (weightage for behavioural aspects, independent learning, communication skills etc.
The valued answer scripts of the internal assessment examination are shown to the students to make them know their performance and thereby giving them scope for improvement. As a part of maintaining transparency in internal assessment, the internal assessment marks are exhibited on the notice board centrally.
2.5.7 Does the institution and individual teachers use assessment/evaluation as an indicator for evaluating student performance, achievement of learning objectives and planning? If ‘yes’, provide details on the process and cite a few examples.
Yes, • The advanced learner students are encouraged to do presentation in certain topics. • For students from weaker sections of society like SC/ST communities, remedial classes are arranged. • Re-internal examinations are arranged for absentee students.
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• Extra-classes for loss incurred due to unexpected strikes, hartals or bandhs, called by different organizations are arranged. • Career Counseling Cell of the college conducts counseling classes for the needy students.
2.5.8 What are the mechanisms for redressal of grievances with reference to evaluation both at the college and University level?
• The Grievances Redressal Cell of the college meets as and when specific complaints or grievance is received. • In order to redress the grievances of the students, a Two Level Grievances Redressal mechanism is envisaged- college level and university level. • The college puts utmost effort to redress the grievances of students to enhance the social image of the college.
2.6 Student performance and Learning Outcomes
2.6.1 Does the college have clearly stated learning outcomes? If ‘yes’, give details on how the students and staff are made aware of these?
Yes, the colleges as a responsible and accountable organization to the society, the learning outcomes are clearly stated in the vision and mission of the college. Some of these are –
• To impart quality higher education in an atmosphere conducive to the students • To help the students become men and women of character with high standard of moral . • To help the students committed to life time learning. • To help the students to strive continually after excellence in every field. • To instill in them the spirit of selfless service towards the society. • To provide an education i.e. socially relevant and useful for life.
2.6.2 How are the teaching, learning and assessment strategies of the institution structured to facilitate the achievement of the intended learning outcomes?
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• The curriculum of the recently introduced semester system of Gauhati University has been designed to make the teaching- learning more effective through many new approaches such as continuous evaluation of performance of students, project works etc. • Through seminars and assignments, presentation and creative skills of the students have been improved. • To create research aptitude among the students projects are included in the new curriculum. • Interactive and student centred teaching adopted by individual teacher has created genuine interest in the subject.
2.6.3 What are the measures/initiatives taken up by the institution to enhance the social and economic relevance (quality jobs, entrepreneurship, innovation and research aptitude) of the courses offered?
The most reliable and comprehensive career information relevant for students is provided by the Career Counseling Cell of the college. Coaching for Entry in Services Cell of the college trains the students for improving their self confidence, communication skills and goal setting through which students have realized their career potential. Such training and information provided to students really could bring out their hidden and inherent talent in them.
2.6.4 How does the institution collect and analyse data on student learning poutcomes and use it for planning and overcoming barriers of learning?
The data on student learning outcomes are collected by the use of feedback from the outgoing students and student appraisal is done though the questionnaire which are in turn used for improving the quality of teaching by taking appropriate corrective measures. In this way, the barriers of learning are overcomed.
2.6.5 How does the institution monitor and ensure the achievement of learning outcomes?
To ensure the achievement of learning outcomes, the academic improvement committee of the college gives strict vigilance of the various academic activities. The academic performance, administration, learning resources, appointment, Faculty
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Improvement Programme of teaching staff, infrastructural requirements are reviewed by the college Governing Body ( Management Body) of the college. The curricular and co-curricular activities and the general discipline of the college are evaluated and reviewed by the Principal. The Vice-Principal reviews the academic activities with the assistance of head of the department.
2.6.6 What are the graduates attributes specified by the college/affiliating university? How does the college ensure the attainment of these by the students? Any other relevant information regarding Teaching- Learning and Evaluation which the college would like to include.
• To impart quality higher education in an atmosphere conducive to the students and advancement of educational activities in all its branches including vocational and professional education is the chief aim of the college. • The college, over the years has produced eminent personalities in civil services, educational, legal, political, governmental, non- governmental organizations, public and private sectors etc. The achievement is commendable since the college accommodates students hailing from the remote regions of the sub-division.
Right type of education and quality education is essential to create much needed leadership to lead the society in the right direction. The quality of the output of its graduate is directly linked to the quality of education and excellence of an institution.
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CRITERION III RESEARCH , CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION
3.1 Promotion of Research 3.1.1 Does the institution have recognized research centre(s) of the affiliating University or any other agency/organization?
No.
3.1.2 Does the institution have a research committee to monitor and address the issues of research? If so, what is its composition? Mention a few recommendation made by the committee for implementation and their impact.
No.
3.1.3 What are the measures taken by the institution to facilitate smooth progress and implementation of research schemes/projects?
N/A
3.1.4 What are the efforts made by the institution in developing scientific temper and research culture and aptitude among students?
• By inviting eminent personalities in diverse field of science, literature and social science for delivering talks in regional and national seminars, the students of the college are encouraged to interact with them. • well-furnished general library hoards 19406 books in different disciplines and research department libraries have many new arrivals of books. • Internet facility . • Access to INFLIBNET .
3.1.5 Give details of the faculty involvement in active research(Guiding student research, leading research projects, engaged in individual/collaborative research activity, etc.
The faculty involved in minor research projects are: i. Dr. Dinesh Das. ii. Mrs. Minakshee Pathak.
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3.1.6 Give details of workshop/training programmes/sensitization programmes conducted/organized by the institution with focus on capacity building in terms of research and imbibing research culture among the staff and students.
No such programme has been conducted.
3.1.7 Provide details of prioritized research areas and the expertise available with the institution.
N/A.
3.1.8 Enumerate the efforts of the institution in attracting researchers of eminence to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students?
N/A.
3.1.9 What percentage of the faculty has utilized Sabbatical Leave for research activities? How has the provision contributed to improve the quality of research and imbibe research culture on the campus?
7.5% of the faculty has Sabbatical Leave for research activities. To avail the opportunity under faculty improvement programme teachers are given permission.
3.1.10 Provide details of the initiatives taken by the institution in creating awareness/advocating/transfer of relative findings of research of the institution and elsewhere to students and community (lab to land).
Nil.
3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research
3.2.1 What percentage of the total budget is earmarked for research? Give details of major heads of expenditure, financial allocation and actual utilization.
N/A.
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3.2.2 Is there a provision in the institution to provide seed money to the faculty for research? If so, specify the amount disbursed and the percentage of the faculty that has availed the facility in the last four years?
N/A.
3.2.3 What are the financial provisions made available to support student research projects by students?
N/A.
3.2.4 How does the various departments/units/staff of the institute interact in undertaking inter-disciplinary research? Cite examples of successful endeavours and challenges faced in organizing interdisciplinary research.
N/A.
3.2.5 How does the institution ensure optimal use of various equipment and research facilities of the institution by its staff and students?
N/A.
3.2.6 Has the institution received any special grants or finances from the industry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facility? If ‘yes’, give details.
N/A.
3.2.7 Enumerate the support provided to the faculty in securing research funds from various funding agencies, industry and other organizations. Provide details of ongoing and completed projects and grants received during the last four years.
N/A.
3.3 Research Facilities
3.3.1 What are the research facilities available to the students and research scholars within the campus?
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N/A.
3.3.2 What are the institutional strategies for planning, upgrading and creating infrastructural facilities to meet the needs of researchers especially in the new and emerging areas of research?
N/A.
3.3.3 Has the institution received any special grants or finances from the industry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facilities? If ‘yes’, what are the instruments/facilities created during the last four years.
N/A.
3.3.4 What are the research facilities made available to the students and research scholars outside the campus/other research laboratories?
N/A.
3.3.5 Provide details on the library/ information resource centre or any other facilities available specially for the researchers?
N/A.
3.3.6 What are the collaborative research facilities developed/ created by the research institutes in the college. For example Laboratories, library, instruments, computers, new technology etc.
N/A.
3.4 Research Publications and Awards
3.4.1 Highlight the major research achievements of the staff and students in terms of * Patents obtained and filed (process and product) * Original research contributing to product improvement * Research studies or surveys benefiting the community or improving the services * Research inputs contributing to new initiatives and social development
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N/A
3.4.2 Does the institute publish or partner in publication of research journal(s)? If ‘yes’, indicate the composition of the editorial board, publication policies and whether such publication is listed in any international database?
No.
3.4.3 Give details of publications by the faculty and students: Name of the faculty Publication Dr. N.K. Brahma, Principal Dr.Kaneswar Baruah 02 Dr. Dimbeswar Das 06 Dr. Niranjan Brahma 02 Dr. Manjil Basumatary 02 Dr. Dinesh Das 24 Prof. Dhananjay Brahma 01 Prof. C. Baishya 03 Prof.(Mrs.) S. Boro 02 Prof. J. Abedin 02 Prof.P. Kakati 03 Prof. L. Lahkar 03 Prof. M. Pathak 05 Prof.A.H Ansary 01 Prof. S. Narzary (Eco) 02 Prof. K.C Narzary 03 Prof. K.R Mushahary 03 Prof. P.K.Das 01 Prof.R.K.Narzary 02
3.4.4 Provide details (if any) of * research awards received by the faculty * recognition received by the faculty from reputed professional bodies and agencies, nationally and internationally * incentives given to faculty for receiving state, national and international recognitions for research contributions.
The following faculties received research awards:
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Name of the faculty Awards Dr. N.K. Brahma, Principal Ph.D (2009) Dr.Kaneswar Baruah Ph.D (2009) Dr. Dimbeswar Das Ph.D (2010) and M.Phil.(2000) Dr. Niranjan Brahma Ph.D (2009) Dr. Manjil Basumatary Ph.D (2010) Dr. Dinesh Das Ph.D (2012)and M.Phil. (2009) Prof. Hitesh Das M.Phil. (2001) Prof. C. Baishya M.Phil. (2010) Prof.B.K. Basumatary M.Phil. (2010) Prof. J. Abedin M.Phil. (2010) Prof.P. Kakati M.Phil. (2009) Prof. H.Narzary M.Phil. (2008) Prof. L. Lahkar M.Phil. (2010) Prof. M. Pathak M.Phil. (2010) Prof.A.H Ansary M.Phil. (2007) Prof. K.R. Basumatary M.Phil. (1999) Prof.R. Brahma M.Phil. (2010) Prof.M.K. Sah M.Phil. (2009) Prof. S. Narzary M.Phil (2009) Prof. S.R.Pradhani M.Phil (2009) Prof. P.K.Das M.Phil (2010) Prof.M. Barman M.Phil (2010) Prof. M. Brahma M.Phil (2009) Prof. D.C. Boro M.Phil (2009)
Recognition received by the faculty from reputed professional bodies and agencies, nationally and internationally: N/A
Incentives given to faculty for receiving state, national and international recognitions for research contributions: N/A
3.5 Consultancy 3.5.1 Give details of the systems and strategies for establishing institute- industry interface?
N/A.
3.5.2 What is the stated policy of the institution to promote consultancy? How is the available expertise advocated and publicized?
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N/A.
3.5.3 How does the institution encourage the staff to utilize their expertise and facilities for consultancy services?
N/A.
3.5.4 List the broad areas and major consultancy services provided by the institution and the revenue generated during the last four years.
N/A.
3.5.5 What is the policy of the institution in sharing the income generated through consultancy (staff involved: Intitution) and its use for institutional development?
N/A.
3.6 Extension Activities and Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) 3.6.1 How does the institution promote institution-neighbourhood- community network and student engagement, contributing to good citizenship, service orientation and holistic development of students?
The college promotes institution –neighbourhood –community network and student engagement by organizing programmes such as NCC, NSS camps, extension education etc. in which students acquire attitude for service and training for community development.
3.6.2 What is the institutional mechanism to track students’ involvement in various social movements/ activities which promote citizenship roles?
The institutional mechanism ti track students’ involvement in various social activities which promote citizenship roles are NCC and NSS.The other various associations and organizations functioning inside the college campus which have been taking major role in moulding the students to shoulder social responsibilities with commitment and dedication are – i) NCC, ii) NSS, iii) College
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Students’ Union iv) Gossaigaon College Bodo students’ Literary Society, 3.6.3 How does the institution solicit stakeholder perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution?
By the use of feedback mechanism the institution solicit stakeholder perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution. The feedback from outgoing students, alumni through alumni associations and teachers and students are in operation in the college.
3.6.4 How does the institution plan and organize its extension and outreach programmes providing the budgetary details for last four years, list the major extension and outreach programmes and their impact on the overall development of students.
The college promotes the participation of students and faculty in extension activities through various organizations functioning on the campus. The Extension Education Cell, NSS, NCC of the college are some of the important organizations actively functioning in the college.
Extension activities of NSS: i) The volunteers and programme officer of the NSS unit of the college conducted a special camp at Sahajuri L.P. School under Gossaigaon sub-division with a week long programme from 24 th to 30 th Jan./ 2014 on Educational Awareness among the down trodden villagers. ii) On that very occasion the NSS unit of the college conducted a village road repairing programme at the same village. It also undertook a Literary Survey on the village population on 29/01/2014. iii) The NSS unit of the college organized a ‘Health Awareness Programme on issues of illicit drug trafficking and abuse of drugs in collaboration with the RED Ribbon Club on 30/01/2013. iv) The Gossaigaon college unit of the NSS conducted a ‘Plantation Programme in and around college campus and at the compound of the College Girls’ Hostel on 29/04/2013. v) The Plastic Free campaign was conducted by the NSS unit in and around college campus on 27/10/2014.
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The Budgetary allocation and utilization of funds for various activities of Unit of NSS are given below: Year Head Budgetary Utilisation in Rs allocation in Rs 2013 -14 Regular Rs 22.000.00 Rs 22.000.00 activities Rs 22,000.00 Rs 22,000.00 Special Camping 2012 -13 Regular Rs 22.000.00 Rs 22.000.00 activities Rs 22,000.00 Rs 22,000.00 Special Camping
3.6.5 How does the institution promote the participation of students and faculty in extension activities including participation in NSS, NCC, YRC and other National/international agencies?
The community oriented extension education programmes are organized by Extension Education Cell of the college with the fund granted by UGC promotes the participation of students and faculty. The periodic orientation given by the NCC and NSS units to the students ensures their involvement in co-curricular and extension activities which in turn enables their holistic development.
3.6.6 Give details on social surveys, research or extension work (if any) undertaken by the college to ensure social justice and empower students from under-privileged and vulnerable sections of society?
Nil.
3.6.7 Reflecting on objectives and expected outcomes of the extension activities organized by the institution, comment on how they complement students’ academic learning experience and specify the values and skills inculcated.
Extension activities organized by the college immensely complemented the students in their academic learning experiences. Immediately after the organization of extension programme, students become goaded and become more determined towards achieving individual goals e.g. soon after the students are taught the skills to know themselves through activities organized in the villages, they become self reliant, confident and weaker students get opportunities to reinforce and improve their lacking.
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3.6.8 How does the institution ensure the involvement of the community in its reach out activities and contribute to the community development? Detail on the initiatives of the institution that encourage community participation in its activities?
The college ensures the involvement of the community in its reach out activities by organizing extension activities in different rural areas under the aegis of NSS. The NSS organizes week long annual camp every year in which local communities and the village headman (Gaonbura ) actively participates and make the programme a grand success. During the camp, a specific community development programme like repairing of roads, cleaning of garbage, etc. is taken up.
3.6.9 Give details on the constructive relationships forged (if any) with other institutions of the locality for working on various outreach and extension activities.
Nil.
3.6.10 Give details of awards received by the institution for extension activities and/contribution to the social/ community development during the last four years.
Nil.
3.7 Collaboration 3.7.1 How does the institution collaborate and interact with research laboratories, institutes and industry for research activities. Cite examples and benefits accrued of the initiatives- collaborative research, staff exchange, sharing facilities and equipment, research scholarships etc.
N/A.
3.7.2 Provide details on the MoUs/collaborative arrangements (if any) with institutions of national importance/other universities/industries/corporate (Corporate entities) etc. and how they have contributed to the development of the institution.
N/A.
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3.7.3 Give details (if any) on the industry-institution-community interactions that have contributed to the establishment/creation/up-gradation of academic facilities, student and staff support, infrastructure facilities of the institution viz. laboratories/library/new technology/placement services etc.
N/A.
3.7.4 Highlighting the names of eminent scientists/participants who contributed to the events, provide details of national and international conferences organized by the college during the last four years.
The departments of the college organized various national and international seminars with the financial support of UGC and ICSSR. The eminent scholars and participants who contributed to the events by delivering talks and presenting their research papers are mentioned below. Name of the Department IQAC in collaboration with department of Education Eminent Scholars/ Title of the Programmes Dates Resource Persons attended UGC Sponsored National Seminar on the topic, “ Research 14 & 15 th 225 Methodology and its Application May/2014 in Research Work”. Department of Economics UGC Sponsored National Seminar on the topic, “Prospects and 6 & 7 th 115 Problems of Agro-based Sept./2014 Industries in Assam.” ICSSR Sponsored international Seminar on, “Women 4th to 6 th
Empowerment: Issues and Feb./2015 Challenges”. UGC Sponsored National Seminar on the topic, “ Development of 26 &27 th Infrastructure in North East India: 175 Sept./2008 Its Impact on Socio Economic Life of the People in the region”.
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UGC Sponsored National Seminar 2 & 3rd on the topic, “Gender and 125 June/2012 Development in North East India”.
3.7.5 How many of the linkages/collaborations have actually resulted in formal MoUs and agreements? List out the activities and beneficiaries and cite examples (if any) of the established linkages that enhanced and/or facilitated.
N/A.
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CRITERION IV
INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES
4.1 Physical Facilities
4.1.1 What is the policy of the institution for creation and enhancement of infrastructure that facilitate effective teaching and learning?
The institution takes decision in tune with the changing needs of higher education. The institution has a transparent mechanism to administer through the GB, Planning board, IQAC etc. each with sufficient representation from the teaching staff. These committees put forward necessary proposals for infrastructure development for meeting the needs of teaching and learning. The institution utilizes the fund received from the UGC, government and other sources judiciously for the all round improvement of the college.
4.1.2 Detail the facilities available for
A. Curricular and co-curricular activities:
Space for class rooms The college has 24 class rooms for the smooth conduct of the classes. Rooms are kept neat and clean. Natural lighting is available in all the rooms. Some of the departments are connected provided with computer facilities and these are used by almost all the students of the concerned department. Most of the class rooms are provided with white boards.
Seminar hall A seminar hall has been provided by the institution for holding seminar from time to time. The career counseling cell is attached with the seminar hall. A number of computer set is provided in the career counseling cell with internet connection. Both teachers and
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students are allowed to operate the computers to update their knowledge.
Laboratories In addition to class room, laboratory rooms are also made available for the departments having practical subject. The laboratories are equipped to run the subjects as per the requirements of the changed curriculum of the university. After the introduction of GIS, GPS and remote sensing in the department of Geography by the GU in the colleges of Assam, many institutions failed to procure the necessary equipments for the courses. The college has been able to solve the problem partially. The management is supportive in helping the departments but it cannot fulfill all the needs of the departments due to lack of fund.
B. Extra-curricular Activities. A common seminar hall, career guidance and placement centre, office room for NCC and women cells are available in the college. Subject oriented talks, awareness programmes on career building; seminars etc are organized by various organizations using these facilities. The college campus includes a spacious football ground for various sports activities. Coaching is imparted well before the tournaments organized by the university.
4.1.3 How does the institution plan and ensure that the available infrastructure is in line with its academic growth and is optimally used?
Proper planning is made for maximum utilization of existing infrastructural facilities. Plans for academic utilization of the infrastructure are formulated by the IQAC, Planning board, Staff and GB after consultation with concerned departments. The infrastructural requirements according to the need of the curriculum of various departments are intimated to the GB for fulfillment.
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The college has been trying its best to fulfill the needs during the last few years. The major achievements are: • A new girls’ hostel building has been constructed with the support of the UGC to accommodate around 30 boarders at a time. • Renovation for administrative Block and a new building construction is underway. • Common computer centre for teachers and students with internet facility. • Separate toilets facilities for boys and girls
Plan for the future infrastructural development:
• Separate block for Arts and Science. • Guest house for teachers • Indoor stadium • Transportation facilities • Introduction of new courses such as PG in various departments.
Optimal utilization of the infrastructure is ensured by the college authorities by using the college time table for allocation of space.
4.1.4 How does the institution ensure that the infrastructure facilities meet the requirements of students with physical disabilities?
The college has wheel chairs for physically challenged students to facilitate their movements in the institution. The college is prepared to provide necessary facilities when and where the need arises. 4.1.5 Give details of the residential facilities and provisions available within them?
Girls hostel provides accommodation to about 70 students. Recreational facilities for hostellers are available in the campus such as TV, Carom, reading room etc. From time to time a local doctor is invited to provide counseling to the students on health related problems.
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4.1.6 What are the provisions made available to the students and staff in terms of health care on the campus and off the campus?
Health awareness programme are conducted regularly inside the college as well as outside the college by inviting resource persons involving the teachers and the students. Health insurance is provided to the students.
4.1.7 Give details of the common facilities available on the campus- spaces for special units like IQAC, Women’s Cell, Counseling and Career Guidance, Placement Unit, Eco Club, Brain Trust, Grievances Redressal Cell, Health Centre, Canteen and Recreation for staff and students. The college has a spacious auditorium and provisions have been made available for safe drinking water.
Space has been provided for the IQAC cell, Career counseling and career guidance, grievance redressal cell, canteen facilities for staff and students. College is trying to provide auditorium for organizing various programmes and the construction of the same is underway. Running water facility and aqua guard for students and teachers are available within the college campus.
4.2 Library as a Learning Resource
4.2.1 Does the library have an advisory committee? Specify the composition of such a committee? What significant initiatives have been implemented by the committee to render the library, student/user friendly?
Yes, the library has an advisory committee comprised of the followings (i) Principal : Chairman (ii) Librarian : Member, Secretary, Ex-officio (iii) Vice-Principal : Member (iv) Asst. Prof & Asso. Prof. : Members, two from each sream (v) Office staff : Member (one) The institution has a well built library facility with an area of 2800 Sq.ft. The location of the library is well reached by all. The primary
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aim of the library is to enrich the knowledge of the faculty as well as students. A duly constituted body as per the guideline of the UGC, consisting of the principal, librarian and selected members from the teaching staff ensures coordinated, smooth functioning of the library. It is under the strict supervision of this body that various funds from the UGC are utilized. The distribution of funds to various departments is decided by this body. The library committee has a leading role in the selection and purchase of books. The committee considers the feedback received from students and the teachers are implemented. The attitude of the librarian and the staff are cordial which really motivate the students. 4.2.2 Provide details of the following • Total area of the library (in Sq. Mts.) • Total seating capacity • Working hours (on working days, on holidays, before • examination days, during examination days, during • vacation) • Layout of the library (individual reading carrels, lounge • area for browsing and relaxed reading, IT zone for accessing • e-resources)
The total area of the library is 2800Sq.ft with a seating capacity of 20. The library of the college remains open from 9.00 AM to 4.00 PM on all working days. The library has a good collection of books, journals, magazines and newspapers. The college library is computerized and allowed to be used by the students and teachers. The computers are on a network and are under the control of the librarian. A printer is available in the library for necessary printing.
4.2.3 How does the library ensure the purchase and use of current titles, print and e-journals and other reading materials? Specify the amount spent on procuring new books, journals and e-resources during the last four years?
The UGC procedures are followed in the purchase of books and journals. The feedback and suggestions from teachers and students are helpful in the process of finalization of purchases. The lists of the books are prepared after selection and the order is placed to the vendor for purchase. The various departments select books according to their need and submit the books and the bill in the library. In addition to books, library has also subscribed to number
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of journals and 4 leading newspapers in English, Assamese and Bodo.
Purchase of books and journals are shown below Library 2010 -11 2011 -12 2012 -13 2013 -14 holdings Number Total Number Total Number Total Number Total Cost Cost Cost Cost
Books Journals years Amount Years Amount 2010 -2011 17,667/ - 2010 -2011 8471/ - 2011 -2012 27,747/ - 2011 -2012 7836/ - 2012 -2013 1,27,178/ - 2012 -2013 10,700/ - 2013 -2014 1,90,949/ - 2013 -2014 17,200/ -
4.2.4 Provide details on the ICT and other tools deployed to provide maximum access to the collection?
The library is currently using soul package and internet connectivity.
4.2.5 Provide details on the following items • Average number of walkins- 66% per day • Average number of books issued/returned- 50/45 • Ratio of library books to students’ enrolled- 10:1 • Average number of books added during last three years-2309 (769 per year) • Average number of login to OPAC-Nil • Average number of login to e resources- Nil • Details of weeding out of books and other materials: There are more than 200 weeded out books in the library and the same are kept aside in the library. • Discarded – About 150 books in last three years.
4.2.6 Give details of specialized services provided by the library?
Cataloguing acts as a guide to users for selecting books. It helped the users to locate titles on racks. Books are kept in the stacks subject wise in alphabetical order. The new students are taken around the
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library to make them familiar with the various resources and services available in the library. Specialized services provided by the library are orientation, reference, CAS, reprographic etc. 4.2.7 Enumerate the support provided by the library staff to the students and teachers of the college.
The support provided by the library staff to the students and teachers includes (i) Teach how to use the books of the library (ii) Teach how to retrieve and use information effectively and (iii) teach how to access to the resources provided by the library.
4.2.8 What are the special facilities offered by the library to the visually/physically challenged persons? Give details.
The library staff provides all necessary assistance to the physically challenged students. They help such students in selecting books in the library. 4.3 IT Infrastructure
4.3.1 Give details on computing facility available (Hardware and Software) at the institution.
Number of computers with Configuration (provide actual number with exact configuration of each available system) Computer-student ratio Stand alone facility LAN facility Wifi facility Licensed software Number of nodes/ computers with Internet facility Any other
4.3.2 Details on the computer and internet facility made available to the faculty and students.
Students and staff of the college can avail of computer and internet facility through the common computer facility provided with the career counseling cell.
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4.3.3 Details on institutional plans and strategies for deploying and upgrading the I T infrastructure.
The college has planned to provide more computers to the departments with internet connectivity in the coming years to upgrade the IT infrastructure.
4.3.4 Provide details on provision made in the annual budget for procurement, up gradation, deployment and maintenance of the computers and their accessories in the institution.
Certain amounts of annual grants received from the UGC and other state government agencies are earmarked for procurement, up gradation, maintenance of computers and their accessories in the institution.
4.3.5 How does the institution facilitate extensive use of ICT resources?
The college facilitates the extensive use of ICT resources by encouraging the departments to avail the available facilities for dissemination of knowledge. Students are allowed to use internet facilities free of costs after regular class hours.
4.3.6 Elaborate on how learning activities and ICT technologies are deployed?
The ICT technologies are deployed wherever possible. The students and the staffs are encouraged to use projectors and computers, power point slides etc. in the seminar and class room presentations.
4.3.7 Does the institution avail of the National Network Connectivity directly or through the affiliating university?
NA
4.4 Maintenance of Campus facilities
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4.4.1 How does the institution ensure optimal allocation and utilization of the available financial resources for maintenance and upkeep of the following facilities (substantiate your statements by providing details of budget allocated during last four years).
The budgetary allocation is fully utilized. Due to financial restraint, many a time the Management found it difficult to satisfy the various needs of the students and the faculty. The grants from the UGC and resource generated from the students are utilized properly by planning the budget. The budget allocated for maintenance and upgrading infrastructure for last four years are given below:
Amount spent year wise
Item 2010 -11 2011 -12 2012 -13 2013 -14 Building Furniture Equipments Computers Vehicles Any others
4.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for the maintenance and upkeep of the infrastructure facilities and equipment of the college?
The annual budget is prepared by the GB after a thorough assessment and consideration of the suggestions made by the construction and maintenance committee. The principal is responsible for maintenance of infrastructure and any construction that is carried out in the college.
4.4.3 How and with what frequency does the institute take up calibration and other precision measures for the equipment /instruments?
The college management arranges measures on a regular basis for the repair and replacement of the equipments and instruments whenever a complaint is registered by the departments.
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4.4.4 What are the major steps for location, upkeep and maintenance of sensitive equipment (voltage fluctuations, constant supply of water, etc?
Equipments sensitive to electric fluctuations are connected to the UPS. Power generator is installed to ensure the uninterrupted power supply in the college. Computers in the library, in departments and in the seminar hall are provided with backup systems for more than one hour uninterrupted power supply. Water storage tank with pumps ensures constant water supply in the college.
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CRITERION V STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION
5.1 Student Mentoring and Support
5.1.1 Does the institution publish its updated prospectus/ handbook annually? If ‘Yes ‘what is the information provided to students through these documents and how does the institution ensure its commitment and accountability?
Yes, the college publishes its updated prospectus annually. The prospectus contains information on courses the college offers to the students of under graduate level. It also provides information on selection and admission procedures, fee structure, hostel accommodation, special instruction regarding rules and discipline to be followed by the students and other features. The information regarding IQAC, NSS, NCC, Scout and guide, scholarship, sports facilities, students support services like career counseling cell, coaching for Entry in Services, awards, students’ union, etc. In the prospectus the vision and mission of the college are categorically clearly stated.
Through continuous appraisal, the college ensures its commitment and accountability. The college has different committees on many aspects which are directly supervised by the Principal. The admission committee evaluates and monitors the admission procedure, the academic improvement committee, planning board, construction committee, college governing body and teaching staff committee etc. review effectively the implementation of various programmes and ensure the commitment and accountability of the college stated in its vision and mission.
5.1.2 Specify the type, number and amount of institutional scholarships/freeships given to the students during the last four years and whether the financial aid was available and disbursed on time?
The college does not have sufficient source of amount to extend financial assistance to the needy students except students’ aid fund of its own. However, the students belonging to SC/ST and OBC community irrespective of their merit or any other criteria all of
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them receive financial assistance in the form of post-matric scholarship provided by the government.
Post Matric Scholarship given to the students during:- Year Total Amount No. of beneficiaries 2010 -11 3,07,640.00 8(M)+89(SC)=97 2011 -12 49,83,260.00 71(SC)+1167(ST)+446(OBC)+1(M)=1685 2012 -13 25,16,560.00 59(SC)+575(ST)=634 2013 -14 46,33,060.00 54(SC)+718(ST)+370(OBC)=1142
5.1.3 What percentage of students receives financial assistance from state government, central government and other national agencies? Financial Assistance from the State in the form of fee/ freeship/stipend: Year No. of beneficiaries Percentage (%) 2010 -11 97 6% 2011 -12 1685 83.95% 2012 -13 634 35.02% 2013 -14 1142 61.06%
5.1.4 What are the specific support services /facilities available for students from SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker sections?
The college is situated in an area predominantly inhabited by the SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker sections of the people and was established to benefit these sections of people. As such the college ensures their admission in priority basis. Through some UGC funded programmes such as Remedial coaching classes for students from ST/SC communities, coaching for Entry into Services are conducted for the benefit of the students. The students from ST/SC and OBC communities get benefit from the all available student support activities such as Counseling Services, orientation programmes and Leadership Training programmes organized by the college, NSS, NCC are meant for the uplift of the weaker sections as well.
5.1.5 Describe the efforts made by the institution to facilitate entrepreneurial skills, among the students and impact of the efforts.
No such efforts are being made.
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5.1.6 Enumerate the policies and strategies of the institution which promote participation of students in extra-curricular and co- curricular activities such as sports, games, quiz competitions, debate and discussions, cultural activities etc.
To encourage students’ participation in curricular and co- curricular activities the college implements various programmes: • Students who excel in co-curricular activities such as sports, games, quiz and other cultural activities are given consideration at the time of admission. • The college students’ union activities and other activities by the NSS, NCC promote participation of students in co-curricular activities. • The financial assistance provided by the college to meet the expenses relating to fooding , lodging and travelling in participation in games and sports and other cultural competitions also encourages the students. • Students are given attendance for the days of participation in the competitions. In internal examinations students are given date extended for submission of assignments and seminars and re- examination for written examinations.
5.1.7 Enumerating on the support and guidance provided to the students in preparing for the competitive exams, give details on the number of students appeared and qualified in various competitive exams such as UGC-CSIR, NET, UGC-NET, SLET,ATE/ CAT/ GRE/ TOFEL/ GMAT/ Central/ State Services, Defense, Civil Services etc.
The career counseling cell of the college equips students with skills and talents and acquire competence to participate in various competitive examinations and interviews. The NCC unit of the college has the credit of getting recruitment in defense services.
5.1.8 What type of counseling services are made available to the students (academic, personal, career, psycho-social etc.)
The college conducts career counseling service with the financial assistance from UGC received from time to time.
5.1.9 Does the institution have a structured mechanism for career guidance and placement of its students? If ‘Yes’,detail on the services provided to help students identify job opportunities and
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prepare themselves for interview and the percentage of students selected during campus interview by different employers (list the employers and the programmes).
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5.1.10 Does the institution have a student grievances redressal cell? If ‘Yes’, list (if any) the grievances reported and redressed during the last four years.
Yes, grievances redressal cell of the college consists of 7 member committee in which Principal is the Chairman. Three from teaching staff and two from students and one from the office staff are selected as members for the cell. Some of the grievances reported and redressed are : • Cycle stand for students. • Drinking water facility for both staff and the students. • Toilet facilities have been made available. • Canteen facility has been improved
The grievances of the students regarding internal examinations are addressed in two level grievances reddresal mechanism. Minor grievances of the students are addressed at college level and the grievances which cannot be addressed at college level, the student can appeal to University level.
5.1.11 What are institutional provisions for resolving issues pertaining to sexual harassment?
No such provisions have so far been made at the college.
5.1.12 Is there an anti-ragging committee? How many instances (if any) have been reported during the last four years and what action has been taken on these?
Yes, there is an anti ragging committee of five members in the college. The committee has been able to caution the students about the repercussions following any attempts at ragging. Hence no instances have been reported till now.
Some effective measures have been effective to keep the students away from ragging activities. These are:
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• Awareness campaign launched through posters exhibited in all the key areas, library, corridors, and other public areas. • Any attempt at ragging in the class or in the college is prevented by the vigilance of the teachers.
5.1.13 Enumerate the welfare schemes made available to students by the institutions.
To fulfill the needs of the students the college has always been trying hard to install the basic amenities. Some of the welfare schemes made available to the students are as follows: • Remedial Coaching class. • Reprographic facility. • Canteen. • Computer and internet facility. • INFLIBNET facility. • Boys’ common room. • Girls’ common room. • Drinking water facility. • Girls’ hostel. • Boys’ hostel. • Career counseling Centre. • NSS and NCC.
5.1.14 Does the institution have a registered Alumni Association? If ‘Yes’, what are its activities and major contributions for institutional, academic and infrastructure development?
Yes, the college do has an Alumni Association but yet to be registered.
Its noteworthy activities are: • The Alumni Association meets at least once a year. • Eminent alumni visit the college and interact with the students and share experiences and inspire the students to excel.
5.2 Student Progression
5.2.1 Providing the percentage of students progressing to higher education or employment (for the last four batches) highlights the trends observed.
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Student Progression in number (UG to PG) 2010 -2011 2011 -12 2012 -13 2013 -14 English Assamese 1 1 1 1 Bodo 2 5 6 2 Education 2 2 1 18 Economics History 1 1 1 2 Political 3 5 Science Philosophy 1 Geography 7 4 Mathematics 2 2 2 Chemistry Physics 1 Zoology Botany
The students opting for further studies are the indication of mark progression. • 30% of the UG students opt for post graduate studies in the same discipline while other 30% deviate into other job-oriented courses like B.Ed., computer etc. • About 40% set out for employment mostly in private sector and self employment.
5.2.2 Provide details of the programme- wise pass percentage and completion rate for the last four years (cohort wise /batch wise as stipulated by the university)? Furnish programme wise details in comparison with that of the previous performance of the same institution and that of the colleges of the affiliating university within the city/district.
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Table : Comparative table of the pass percentage of the last four years )UG) Name of College 2013 -14 2012 -13 2011 -12 2010 -11 Gossaigaon B.A. 61.43 48.92 61.45 53.52 College, Gossaigaon. Other colleges within the district Janata College, B.A. 31.93 84.4 51.7 80.7 Serfanguri. Kokrajhar Govt. B.A. Major 86.57 90.00 87.58 78.13 College, General 80.37 71.83 68.24 45.86 Kokrajhar. B.Sc. Major 77.42 88.88 89.47 76.92 General 50.00 70.00 75.00 66.67 Girls’ College, B.A. Major 100 100 100 30.77 Kokrajhar. General 11.76 47 78.26 47.61
5.2.3 How does the institution facilitate student progression to higher level of education and /or towards employment? • Through orientation and career counseling programmes organized by Career Counseling Cell of the college students are motivated to pursue higher education after their graduation. • Coaching for Entry in Services organizes programme to enable to equip themselves with skills necessary for career building.
5.2.4 Enumerate the special support provided to students who are at risk of failure and drop out?
Except remedial classes for weak students and who are at risk of failure and drop out, no other notable steps are being taken up by the college.
UGC Aided Remedial Coaching Year No .of hours 2010 -11 720 2011 -12 2012 -13 924
5.3 Student Participation and Activities
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5.3.1 List the range of sports, games, cultural and other extracurricular activities available to students. Provide details of participation and programme calendar
The range of sports, games, cultural and other extracurricular activities available to students are: • Annual sports at college level by the students’ union. • Youth Festival organized at affiliating university level. • Inter –college football tournament. • NSS. • NCC. • Cultural programme organized on occasions of Late Jwhwlao N. Brahma Memorial Day.
5.3.2 Furnish the details of major student achievements in co-curricular, extracurricular and cultural activities at different levels: University/State/Zonal/National/International etc for the previous four years.
NSS, NCC and College Students’ Union facilitates the student participation in various co-curricular, extracurricular and cultural activities at different levels.
Some of the major student achievements are: Level Year Name of students Achievement Selected from NER to participate i. Vijay Thakur in mountaineering Camp at ii. Indra Kr. Roy Manali, HP. iii . Indra Kr.Roy Selected from NER to participate in the RD Celebration in Delhi. 2013-14 iv . Biplab Barman v. Nabajit Shill Trecking, Belgaum, Karnataka. vi. Gautam Roy National vii . Purnima Sutradhar Advance Leadership Camp, viii. Prasanta Barman Jorhat, Assam. ix. Rupali Roy Selected from NER to participate i. Jyotish Basumatary in mountaineering Camp at 2012-13 Darzeeling,WB.. Selected for participating in ii. Shantanu Sarkar Army Attachment Camp at
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Dhubri,Assam. i. Nayan Choudhury Selected from NER to participate 2011-12 ii. Pranjal Choudhury in the RD Celebration in Delhi. i. Gautam Dutta Selected and participated in NIC ii. Jagadish Malakar at Memari College,Burdwan, WB. 2010-11 Selected for Camel Safari from iii. Saneswar Narzary NER, Jaisalmeer, Rajasthan. 2013 -14 2012 -13 State 2011 -12 2010 -11 2013 -14 2012 -13 Zonal 2011 -12 2010 -11
Some of the major student achievements in group are: Level Year Name of events Achievement 2013 -14 2012 -13 National 2011 -12 2010 -11 Gauhati University Inter-College Football 2013-14 Won Championship Trophy. Tournament, BH College, Howly 10 NCC Cadets selected for participating in 2012-13 Successfully participated. Basic Leadership Camp, State Tezpur, Assam. Gauhati University Inter-College Football 2011-12 Tournament, Won Championship Trophy. Gossaigaon College, Gossaigaon. 2010 -11 March Past Competition on occasion of 2013-14 NCC unit won first position. Zonal Celebration of Independence Day. 2012 -13 March Past Competition NCC unit won first position.
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on occasion of Celebration of Independence Day. 2011 -12 2010 -11
5.3.3 How does the college seek and use data and feedback from its graduates and employers, to improve the performance and quality of the institutional provisions?
Feedbacks collected from final year students and employers regarding the facilities provided by the college are used for taking initiatives to enhance the quality of infrastructure in the college and also the academic excellence.
5.3.4 How does the college involve and encourage students to publish materials like catalogues, wall magazine, college magazine and other materials? List the publications/materials brought out by the students during the previous four academic sessions.
The college through its Students’ Union Body publishes annual magazine in the name and style “The Gossaigaon College Magazine” every year which contains creative talent of students and articles by teachers in addition to annual report of the college union body.
5.3.5 Does the college have a student council or any similar body? Give details on its selections, constitution, activities and funding.
Yes, the college has a student body in the name and style, “Gossaigaon College Students’ Union”. It is a representative body of general student members, elected every year in accordance with the rules and regulations framed for the purpose by the college. The Returning Officer appointed by the Principal conducts the election. Every bonafide student is eligible for contesting the election for any portfolios of his/her choice.
Structure The Principal is the Chairman of the Students’ Union Body followed by General Secretary and other subsidiary portfolios who are directly elected from amongst the general students. Apart from the Principal, Prof.-in-charges for each sub-committee are selected to supervise various activities.
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Activities The college students’ union body promotes co-ordinates and organizes activities targeting the holistic development of the students. The organization of annual college week is one of its major activities and other activities are holding of Fresher’s Social Day, celebration of Saraswati Puja, observation of Independence Day and Republic Day. Besides, it also organizes cultural programmes, seminars and awareness programmes on some major burning issues.
Funding The Union Body is funded by the amount collected from the students at the time of admission as per University rules.
5.3.6 Give details of various academic and administrative bodies that have student representative on them. • Students Greivances Redressal Cell has two student representatives in it. • Library Committee.
5.3.7 How does the institution network and collaborate with the Alumni and former faculty of the institution. For networking and collaborating with the Alumni, the college has an organization of ex-students called “Alumni Association”. The alumni actively support the programmes of the college and institute endowments. The alumni and former faculty are invited to every major programme of the college.
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CRITERION VI GOVERNANCE , LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
6.1 Institutional Vision and Leadership
6.1.1 State the vision and mission of the institution and enumerate on how the mission statement defines the institution’s distinctive characteristics in terms of addressing the needs of the society, the students it seeks to serve, institution’s traditions and value orientations, vision for the future etc?
Vision: The vision of Gossaigaon College is to impart quality higher education in an atmosphere conducive to the students belonging to all sections of the society and thus help in the spreading of knowledge and advancement of educational activities in all its branches including vocational and professional education.
Mission: 1. To develop the institution as a centre of Excellence for Higher Education. 2. To achieve equity and quality with the zeal of morality.
The mission statement defines the distinctive character of the institution in societal, traditional and value orientation perspective. The interested people of the locality began the institution with a missionary zeal to impart liberal education to the down trodden people of the locality. The institution gives top most priority to quality improvement of teaching staff through research and participation in various programmes related to courses offered in the institution. Appointments of the teachers are purely on merit basis which is reflected from the fact that teachers are from different communities and religions.
The teacher student relationship is very cordial and this quality enriches the campus life and a good relationship among the various stake holders are some of the distinctive characteristics of the institution. The authority of the institution has been trying its best to ensure adequate infrastructure for effective teaching-learning and holistic development of the students.
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6.1.2 What is the role of the GB, Principal and Faculty in design and implementation of its quality policy and plans?
Governing Body The GB is the highest policy making Body of the institution. The Principal is the manager cum Secretary of the 10 member Body. Two faculty members are also included in the GB to represent the voices of the teaching community and to assist the GB in adopting good policies for the college specially in the academic affairs. The GB has a term of three consecutive years and it advises the Manager cum Principal in decision making for the functioning of the institution. Sub-committees are constituted under the GB such as construction committee, planning committee, IQAC, Academic Improvement Committee etc. The functions of the GB are as follows:
Principal Principal is the administrative head of the institution and facilitates the overall development of the students and the faculty. He co- ordinates and supervises the curricular and co-curricular activities of the college with the support of the teaching staff. The Principal executes all the decisions taken by the GB and all other committees.
Vice-Principal Vice-Principal is the academic head and facilitates in the smooth conduct of the classes and other academic matters such as conduct of college examinations in time, entry of marks in the mark foils of the sessional examinations in time etc.
Faculty The Academic Improvement Committee meeting, staff meeting of teachers, departmental meetings etc. play a significant role in the design and implementation of the quality policy of the institution. The Principal and the staff of the college monitor the curricular and co-curricular activities of the institution. Different sub-committees of the faculty for curricular aspects, teaching learning and evaluation, research and consultancy, students support and progression and innovative practices have been formed for making proposals and implementation of programmes.
6.1.3 What is the involvement of the leadership in ensuring: the policy statements and action plans for fulfillment of the stated mission; formulation of action plans for all operations and incorporation of
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the same into the institutional strategic plan, interaction with stakeholders, proper support for policy and planning through need analysis, research inputs and consultations with the stakeholders, Reinforcing the culture of excellence, champion organizational change?
The institution prepares a budget for each year after discussion with input received from various sub-committees such as Departments, IQAC, Planning board etc. Different committees and individuals are appointed in charge of the implementation of academic, co-curricular and administrative assignments. The functioning of various sub-committees is reviewed by the Principal from time to time.
6.1.4 What are the procedures adopted by the institution to monitor and evaluate policies and plans of the institution for effective implementation and improvement from time to time?
The Principal and the staff of the college holds review meetings to monitor the curricular and co-curricular activities of the institution. The departmental meetings are held from time to time to discuss about the completion of syllabus, timely conduct of internal evaluation, academic activities etc.
The IQAC of the college is an important cell which looks into the monitoring of the academic programmes. It prepares formats for collection of bio-data from teachers to update their achievements, feedback formats for collection of data from the students to assess the performance of the teachers, from teachers to assess and evaluate the performance of the students and from the other stake holders of the functioning of the college in providing value based education to the students.
6.1.5 Give details of the academic leadership provided to the faculty by the Principal?
The management of the institution provides their wholehearted support by granting leave to the teachers on request for their academic improvement like research leading to Ph.D. The departments are encouraged to conduct national seminars, workshops etc. in their respective fields. It is to be noted here that the College has organized many national level seminars and
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workshops on various themes. Teachers are also encouraged to attend and present papers at the national and international level seminars. The institution has planned to hold an international seminar in the month of February 2015 on women empowerment sponsored by ICSSR. Teachers are also encouraged to participate in exposure programmes like visit to good educational institutions in the country. A peer reviewed journal Called Chinaky-ARJHSS (it is indexed by the Ulrich’s Directory, USA) of multidisciplinary nature is published by the College. Teachers are also encouraged to publish articles through the journals.
6.1.6 How does the college groom leadership at various levels?
The NCC, NSS, career guidance etc. target at building leadership quality at student level. The Gossaigaon College Students Union (GCSU) meets regularly to discuss and receive suggestions and grievances from students regarding conduct of co-curricular activities and other matters related to students welfare. The leadership training programmes are organized by the NCC form time to time to groom leadership qualities in cadets. Students are also encouraged in arts, cultural and sports activities and financial support is provided to participate in various competitions.
Faculty level The head of the institution and the GB of the college constitute various committees and sub-committees for the efficient functioning of the academic and co-curricular activities of the college. There are in-charges to the Student body, College magazine, ANO of NCC, editors of magazine, journal and faculty in IQAC are some of them.
6.1.7 How does the college delegate authority and provide operational autonomy to the departments / units of the institution and work towards decentralized governance system?
The Principal, GB, Teachers unit, IQAC and departmental committees form a decentralized system of governance. The institution ensures the involvement of all the faculty members in the decision making process. Meetings of teachers at the college level and other sub-committees discuss various areas of concern and bring suggestions and proposals for implementation. Decisions are taken at the appropriate level and implemented through
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departments and sub-committees. Major policy decisions are implemented after getting approval of the highest decision making body of the college i.e. GB. The departments have the autonomy to apply for the national seminars/workshops, convene meetings of departmental faculty without any interference from the Principal.
The activities of the NCC, NSS, women’s cell, career guidance cell have the autonomy to conduct various programmes. The admission board conducts admission to the college, prepares the academic calendar and prospectus of the college, ensures discipline of the students, promotes and implements curricular and co-curricular activities. The examination committee conducts internal and other examinations of the college.
6.1.8 Does the college promote a culture of participative management? If ‘yes’, indicate the levels of participative management.
Yes, the institution promotes participative management. At the highest level, two members from the teaching staff are included in the GB. At the intermediate level, teachers unit, planning board, the institution promotes participatory management. At the student level, student co-ordination meetings and other formal and informal meetings with principal and faculty members.
6.2 Strategy development and deployment
6.2.1 Does the institution have a formally stated quality policy? How is it developed, driven, deployed and reviewed?
The vision and mission of the college reveal the quality policy of the institution. These are attained through discussions at various levels. The thought was shared among the stakeholders and reviewed from time to time by holding meetings of experts in the field.
6.2.2 Does the institute have a perspective plan for development? If so, give aspects considered for inclusion in the plan.
All the decisions taken target at improvement of academic performance of the institution. They include improvement in pass percentage, employability, demand of the society, positive development of students and the promotion of secular outlook. The college has a master plan for the forthcoming decade. This includes
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construction of new buildings, enhancement of library facilities, improvement of existing seminar rooms, lecture rooms and lecture halls and internet access facility, digital class room etc. The institution tries to provide employability and other skill development opportunities through the active co-operation of few teachers. Thrust is also given to capacity building of faculty by granting permission to do research and extension activities.
6.2.3 Describe the internal organizational structure and decision making processes.
The organizational structure ensures smooth functioning of the institution. The GB as the highest body formulates administrative and other academic policies keeping in tune with mission and vision of the college. The Principal through the involvement of the teachers and other staff implements the decisions taken by the GB.
6.2.4 Give a broad description of the quality improvement strategies of the institution for each of the following
Teaching and Learning The institution aims at focusing on student centered learning. Utmost care is taken in the implementation of the curriculum. In addition to traditional teaching methods, seminars, debates, group discussions, extempore speech etc. are conducted ensuring the participation of more number of students in the teaching – learning process.
Research and Development Opportunities are provided to the faculty to apply for research programme leading to Ph.D, leave for attending national and international seminars, leave for participating in the Refresher and Orientation courses etc. The institution is planning to instruct the Ph.D. holders to apply for guide ship so as to facilitate the research scholars to carry out their research works. The institution also motivates the teachers to apply for research projects such as major and minor from various funding agencies.
Community engagement The college has many community development programmes which involve the students. The NCC, NSS, and other sub-committees provide leadership to the community oriented activities. The
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organizations such as career guidance and counseling cell, women cell etc. play major role in the quality enhancement of the students.
Human resource management Besides class room teaching and learning process, teachers are engaged themselves as Coordinators of various co-curricular activities, supervision of the discipline of the college, cultural and sports activities of the college, counseling the students, and assign works to the students in different committees based on their talents.
Industry interaction The college has no interaction with the industries except the industrial visits by the departments from time to time as part of the curriculum.
6.2.5 How does the head of the institution ensure that adequate information (from feedback and personal contacts etc) is available for the top management and the stakeholders, to review the activities of the institution?
The Principal is the secretary of the GB. He presides over the meetings of the staff, Students, IQAC, Academic Improvement committee, non-teaching staff etc. The deliberations made in these meetings and personal discussion with various stake holders are presented at the GB and appropriate decisions are taken, implemented and reviewed by the GB.
6.2.6 How does the management encourage and support involvement of the staff in improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the institutional process?
The members of the faculty are assigned various tasks in the academic, co-curricular activities and discipline of the students. Teaching staffs are sent for various refresher courses organized by universities. Non-teaching staffs are also deputed for managerial tasks for the improvement of their functional effectiveness.
6.2.7 Enumerate the resolutions made by the GB in the last year and the status of implementation of such resolutions.
The following decisions were taken by the GB and implemented as follows during the last one year:
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The resolutions of the GB meeting held on 8 th April 2013 are as follows: The meeting discussed the audit objection of the year 2009-10 and resolved that the Photostat copies submitted to the director of education, BTC be approved. Further it is also resolved that the audit authority be requested to accept the audit objection on the Photostat copies submitted for the same. Resolved that necessary steps be taken to advertise two sanctioned posts of Asst professors in the department of Political Science and one vacant post (sanctioned) grade IV at an early date. Further it is also resolved that Director of Education, BTC, Kokrajhar be requested to accord necessary approval for advertisement against the aforesaid posts. It is resolved that one vacant post of Asst. Prof. (likely to be sanctioned) in the department of Chemistry be advertised as per UGC guideline. Further, it is resolved that the Director of education BTC, be requested to accord necessary approval. The meeting resolved that a new pass book account be opened in the name of Harekishan Agarwala award of the college in the SBI, Gossaigaon Branch to be operated by the Principal. The meeting resolved that the transfer of fund from magazine to students union fund amounting Rs. 1, 39, 150.00 (one lakh thirty nine thousand one hundred fifty) only for the session 2011-12 be approved. It is resolved that the transfer of fund from NAAC account to UGC account amounting to Rs. 2, 40,000.00 (two lakh forty thousand) only be approved. The meeting read and discussed the no objection certificate issued to Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma College, Tipkai for opening degree college and resolved that the aforesaid certificate be approved. It is resolved that Prof. Papori Kakati, Deptt. Of English be directed to deposit professional tax as recovery from her salary as per the audit note of. It is resolved that the separate pass book account of both the girls and boys hostels be opened in the SBI/Apex bank, Gossaigaon Branch for its smooth operation. Further be it resolved that the account be operated by the Principal, Gossaigaon College. The meeting discussed the fee structure of students’ admission and resolved that the existing fee structure be increased in both the streams as follow- Admission fees from Rs. 250/- to Rs. 300/-
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Development fee from Rs. 350/- to Rs. 400/- The meeting resolved that the fee of environmental be raised from existing Rs. 250/- to Rs. 300/- (From two hundred fifty to three hundred only). The meeting resolves that the vouchers in connection with expenditure of building and development be approved for its up to date. It is resolved that the Principal be authorized to raise the hostel fees in consultation with the superintendents of both the Boys and Girls hostel of the college. The meeting resolved that a new pas book of savings account for the fund of forms and prospectus be opened in the SBI, Gossaigaon for its smooth operation. The meeting discussed the requirement of the posts of Asst. Librarian (Grade III) and library assistant (Grade IV) and library bearers (Grade IV) in the college library and resolved that the Principal be authorized to take necessary steps fro sanctioning the aforesaid posts of the college library. The meeting resolved that the GB meeting be convened at least once within three months. The meeting discussed the audit objection for the year 2008-09 in payment of vouchers of following funds: (1) College development fund: (i) Rs. 500/- against payment for white washing. (ii) Rs. 1048/- for purchase of Science apparatus. (2) General Fund (i) Rs. 3000/- paid to SM Agarwala and Co. for issue of UC for UGC. (ii) Rs. 600/- paid to SM Agarwala and Co for issue of UC for National Seminar.
Further its resolved that the expenditure incurred as stated above be approved.
The resolutions of the GB meeting held on 4th July 2014 are as follows: The meeting read and discussed the resolution adopted in the previous meeting held on 8-04-2013 and resolved that all the aforesaid resolutions except the resolution no. 2 of the meeting be confirmed. The meeting discussed the lien leave of Dr. N.K. Brahma and resolved that the lien leave applied for 1(one) year be extended 2 (two) years wef. 1-02-2012 and necessary arrangement be made for
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accord of approval of the authority concerned that is Director of Education BTC, Kokrajhar, Assam,. The meeting discussed the reappointment of teachers, Asst. Librarian and bearers served against the post of contractual basis and non-sanctioned posts (Lecturer) and resolved that the incumbents served against the aforesaid post be reappointed again wef. 1 st Aug 2013 to 30 th June 2014. Further, the meeting also resolved that the appointed incumbents be allowed to draw an amount of Rs. 2200/- (Two thousand two hundred only) per month as lump sum remuneration for the session of 2013-14 and amount of Rs. 1900/- (Ashok) and Rs. 2200/- (Manindra Nath Basumatary) respectively. The meeting discussed the appointment issued by the Principal against then post of contractual basis in the department of political science, Philosophy on monthly salary amounting Rs. 2200/- (Rs two thousand and two hundred only) and resolved that the aforesaid appointment issued by the Principal due to urgent compulsion of academic interest be approved. The meeting discussed the appointment of Ms. Prerna Sah, M.Lib. Sc. Against the post of Asst. librarian on contractual basis due to termination of Sri Sanjib Kr. Brahma from service on 1 st Feb 2014 after the threadbare discussion the meeting approved the appointment of Ms. Prerna Sah as Asst. Librarian on contractual basis from 1sr April to 30 th June 2014 and allowed her to draw an amount Rs. 2200/- (rupees two thousand two hundred only) per month. The meeting read and discussed the expenditure incurred for college development and building account for the year 2013-2014. After the threadbare discussion the meeting approved the expenditure as per the following heads:
A) Building Account:- 1. Supply of soil and labour payment Rs. 1000.00 2. Sawing of sal trees Rs. 17733.00 3. Painting charge and materials Rs. 9649.00 4. Repairing Charge of Boy’s common room Rs. 85934.00 5. Making desks and benches Rs. 34950.00 6. Painting of college,tomb etc. Rs. 19526.00 7. Making of seiling of room no. 27 Rs. 21577.00 8. Repairing of desks and benches Rs. 16500.00 9. Repairing of windows of class room Rs. 14254.00 10. Sawing of sal trees Rs. 36010.00
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11. Repairing charge of roof of stair cage Rs. 3250.00 12. Painting of Room No27 and college canteen Rs. 18810.00 Total Rs. 288188.00
B) College development account:- 1. Payment made to teaching staff Rs. 128246.00 2. Payment made to non teaching staff Rs. 199700.00
3. Payment made to science staff for March/2013 Rs. 122000.00
4. Purchases of computer parts and repairing Rs. 6550.00 5. Purchases of diesel and materials for generator Rs. 12000.00 6. Repairing of Xerox machine Rs. 6400.00 7. T.A. bill paid Rs. 23835.00 8. Fire service Rs. 11463.00 9. Xerox Rs. 1857.00 10. Science apparatus Rs. 33400.00 11. Labour payment Rs. 7100.00 12. Misc. Rs. 71186.00 Total Rs. 624237.00
The meeting resolved that the following fees enhanced and reduced from the fees of 2012-13 for the session 2013-14 be approved:-
Head of charge 2012 -13 2013 -14 Admission fees Rs. 250.00 Rs . 300.00 College Rs. 300.00 Rs. 400.00 development Scout and guide Rs. 25.00 Rs. 30.00 Library fees Rs. 350.00 Rs. 300.00 Session fees Rs. 440.00 Rs. 495.00
Further it is resolved that the fees to be collected from the students during the session 2014-15 be enhanced due to rise of present prices as follows:-
Head of account 2012 -13 2013 -14 NAAC Rs. 50.00 Rs. 100.00 Library Rs. 50.00 Rs. 75.00 Youth festival -- Rs. 10.00
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Maintenance for --- Rs. 200.00 degree classes
The meeting discussed the fund diversion made from magazine account to students union accounts amounting Rs.------because of shortfall of account with students union account and resolved that the following fund diversion be allowed and approved.
Year Amount 2012 -13 Rs. 40500.00
2013 -14 Rs. 24800.00
Read and discussed the application of Tipkai H.S. School and Bodofa U.N. Brahma College, Dotma praying for appearing of their candidates as non institutional students from the college and resolved that the aforesaid prayers of the principals be approved. The meeting resolved that the purchases of library books during the session of 2013-14 amounting Ts. 50000.00 entrusted to the college teachers of respective department be approved. Discussed the vacant post of UDA cost due to retirement of L. Choudhury on 31.01.2014 on attaining the age of 60 years. After discussion it is resolved that the existing staff serving against the sanctioned post L.D.A. be called for up gradation to the post of UDA. Further the principal be authorized to serve notice and to take necessary steps in this connection. It is resolved that Sri GuruPrasad Bharali the senior most LDA be upgraded to the post of UDA which occurred vacant due to retirement of Sri Lankeswar Choudhury. The meeting discussed the vacant post of grade III post remaining vacant due to upgradation of Sri Guru Prasad Bharali. After the threadbare discussion the meeting resolved that the aforesaid vacant post be advertised locally by maintaining Roster system after obtaining necessary approval of the authority concerned at an early date. The meeting discussed the vacant post of the department of Philosophy caused due to retirement of Sri Hareswar Hazarika and resolved that the Principal be authorized to take necessary steps for the accord of approval from the authority concerned. The meeting discussed the letter of the Director of Education, BTC vide No. BTC/EDN-62/2013/8dated 26 th August 2013 and resolved
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that the Principal be authorized to deposit 60% of collected tuition fees after obtaining clearance of the head of the account for the deposit. Further it is resolved that the Principal be authorized to utilize the 40% of the total collected amount of tuition fees for the development purpose such as construction of administrative building, principal’s chamber etc. The meeting read and discussed the applications of Kabiranjan Mushahary, Deptt of history for accord of approval of senior grade scale of pay and applications of Dr. Dinesh Das, Deptt of Economics and Rinoy Basumatary, Deptt of Geography for accord of approval of selection grade scale of pay respectively and resolved that the senior grade scale of pay and selection grade scale of pay of the aforesaid incumbents be approved as they have fulfilled the required terms and conditions for the same. Further it is resolved that the Director of Education, BTC be requested to accord necessary approval for the same with immediate effect. It is resolved that the NOC for doing Ph.D. work issued to P. Kakati, Deptt. Of English, K.R. Basumatary, Deptt. Of History and Sanjay Narzary, Deptt. Of Economics by the Principal be approved. Further, the Principal be authorized to take necessary steps for the accord of approval for the same. The meeting read and discussed the application of Debashis Paul, dated 3 rd June 2014 praying for VRS on medical ground from his service and resolved that his prayer be allowed after observing necessary formalities for the same. Further, it is resolved that the Director of Education, BTC, Kokrajhar/DHE, Assam be requested to accord approval at an early date. The meeting resolved that the balance amount of Rs. 64,396/- (Rupees sixty-four thousand three hundred ninety six only) lying in the fund of university examination be utilized for making bench and desks of the college. It is resolved that the appointment of office staff on contractual basis be kept pending until further decision is made. The meeting read and discussed the letter of the director of college development Gauhati University vide its letter No. GU/CDC/NAAC/2013/4915-5163 dated 10 th Dec 2013 in connection with sending of LOI to the NAAC for reassessment and accreditation and resolved that the amount of Rs. 28,090/- (Rupees Twenty eight thousand ninety only) sent to the NAAC authority be approved. Further the Principal be authorized to take necessary steps for NAAC assessment and accreditation.
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The meeting discussed the overall fund position of the college and resolved that the diversion of fund as and when necessary for smooth functioning of college affairs be approved for the greater interest of the institution. The meeting discussed the affiliation fees of the college and resolved that the Principal be authorized to take necessary steps for renewal of affiliation fees relating to enlisted departments (subject) of the college. The meeting discussed the formation of planning and budget committee for the session 2014-15. After the threadbare discussion the meeting resolved to constitute the committee with following members: a. Principal : Chairman b. Vice-Principal : Member c. Parameswar Brahma : Member d. Dhananjay Brahma : Member e. Namal Ch. Narzary : Member Further the Principal be authorized to constitute building committee and planning board, UGC as per the guidelines.
The meeting read and discussed the order of Government of Assam, office of the Director of Education, Assam No.PC/HE/VEN/EDNL (593)/2014/52 dated Kahilipara, 26 th May 2014 and resolved that the Principal be authorized to take necessary steps for correction of name in the aforesaid appointment order of Sri Briteswar Brahma in place of Bhaskarjyoti Basumatary in Sl. No. 16 as per the notification letter No. PC/HE/Col/76/2011/215 dated 14 th March 2013. Further it is resolved that the DHE, Assam, Kahilipara be requested to accord approval of the appointment of Sri Briteswar Brahma in the post of Grade IV. The meeting discussed the application of Sri Munindra Basumatary praying for enhancement of his monthly salary and resolved that an amount of Rs.3000/- (Rupees three thousand only) per month be paid to him with effect from 1 st July 2014. Today’s meeting discussed the monthly payment of staff on contractual basis and resolved that the existing amount be enhanced from Rs. 3500/- to Rs. 4000/- as per the fund position of the budget to be prepared. Further, the Principal be directed to make an arrangement for the appointment of the staff on contractual basis as and when necessary. It is resolved that the Principal be directed to form committee on UGC affairs as per the guidelines of the UGC.
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The meeting noted on the payment of environmental studies to the lecturers. It is in the opinion that the environmental studies be arranged among the department concerned and the Principal is directed to take necessary steps in this regard right from the session of 2014-15. the meeting read and discussed the resolution No. 1 of building construction committee, dated 2/7/2014 for construction of administrative building with an amount of Rs. 18,05,000.00 (Eighteen lakhs five thousand only) and extension of cantilever of Rs. 55500/- (rupees fifty five thousand five hundred only) as per plan and estimate prepared by the Assistant Executive Engineer, PWD (Building) Gossaigaon sub-division. The meeting discussed at length on the service of Dr. N.K. Brahma, who has enjoyed ex-post. Facto lien eave (without pay) for a period of 2 years from 01-02-2012 to 31-01-2014 vide letter No. DE/BTC/LIEN/54/2013/ 35/A dated 8 th July 2014 and the meeting resolved that Dr. N.K. Brahma be released from the service of Associate Professor w.e.f. 01-02-2014 for joining his new assignment as regular Principal in the college. Further it si resolved that the Director of Education BTC be requested to accord necessary approval for release from the service of associate Professor for joining his new assignment. The meeting discussed the vacant post of the department of political science due to upgradation of Dr. N.K. Brahma as regular principal and resolved that necessary steps be taken for the advertisement of the aforesaid post by maintaining its rules and regulations. The meeting discussed the vacant post in the department of Philosophy, Physics and Geography and resolved that necessary arrangement be made for the advertisement of the aforesaid post after maintaining its rule and regulations. The meeting resolved that the reappointment of Professor in the department of Bodo, Political Science, Philosophy, Chemistry and Assistant librarian for the session of 2014 to 2015 be approved. The GB noted the Botanical garden in the college compound and the Principal be authorized to take up the matter in this regard. It is resolved that the expenditure incurred for repairing of road (connected with PWD road) from college gate to college building of Rs. 38, 404/- (Rupees thirty eight thousand four hundred four only) and renovation of college building (wall) with an amount of Rs. 35018/-(Rupees thirty five thousand only) be approved. It is decided that the closing balance lying with (1) university examination account, sale proceeds of prospectus and admission
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forms be utilized for making of desks and benches and construction of boundary wall respectively as applicable. The meeting read and discussed the constitution of planning board (UGC) of the college formed by the Principal as per the GB resolution No 20 dated 4 th June 2014 and resolved that the aforesaid board be approved.
Further the following two GB members (Guardians) be included as members of the planning board (UGC):- (1) Sri Biswanath Narzary (2) Sri Khirod Das.
Discussed in the meeting about the building grant received from DHE, Assam, Kahilipara, Guwahati vide his letter No. DHE/ACA/7/2014/11 dated 6 th March 2014 amounting Rs. 3, 75,000.00 (Rupees three lakhs seventy-five thousand only) for construction of class rooms. After discussion it is decided that the construction be made on the first floor of the administrative building and the Principal be directed to prepare a plan and estimate for the same. The meeting discussed the appointment of grade-IV employee of the college. After discussion it is decided that the appointment of grade- IV be kept pending. The GB noted on the holding of the classes of English Department of the college and resolved that the principal be directed to make strict vigilance for holding regular classes of the aforesaid department for the greater interest of the students. It is resolved that the TA and DA to GB member be paid Rs.3000.00 (Rupees three thousand only) per member.
The resolutions of the GB meeting held on 30 th Sept.2014 at 10.30 am. are as follows:
The meeting read and discussed the resolution adopted in the meeting of GB held on 31th July/2014 and resolved to confirm all the resolution adopted in the aforesaid meeting.
The meeting discussed in detailed on the preparation of the budget estimate for the year 2014
6.2.8 Does the affiliating university make a provision for according the status of autonomy to an affiliated institution? If yes, what are the efforts made by the institution in obtaining autonomy.
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The Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam does not have such provision to provide autonomous status to affiliating colleges.
6.2.9 How does the institution ensure that grievances / complaints are promptly attended to and resolved effectively? Is there a mechanism to analyze the nature of grievances for promoting better stakeholder relationship?
The institution has a grievance redressal cell for resolving the grievances of students and employees. The mechanism formed by the top management consists of the manager, Principal and GB members to resolve every issue which hampers the smooth functioning of the institution at the student and staff level. Staff council of the institution has constituted another mechanism consisting of the Principal, HoDs and GB members to attempt and resolve grievances if any in the matter of internal evaluation, incidents of ragging, institutional performance etc.
6.2.10 During the last four years, had there been any instances of court cases filed by and against the institute? Provide details on the issues and the decisions of the courts on those.
There was no such instance during the last four years.
6.2.11 Does the institution have a mechanism for analyzing student feedback on institutional performance? If yes, what was the outcome and response of the institution to such an effort?
The institution has its own mechanism to address the needs of the students highlighted by the students in the teacher-student meet arranged from time to time.
6.3 Faculty empowerment strategies
6.3.1. What are the efforts made by the institution to enhance the professional development of its teaching and non-teaching staff?
The GB of the institution encourages the departments and the faculty members to engage in academic research and publication, avail of FIP leading to M.Phil, Ph.D, minor and major research projects, paper presentations, collaborative research, consultancy
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and extension activities. The institution also deputes the faculty members from time to time to various workshops organized by the government, university, academic boards and research institutes.
To facilitate student support activities, the institution deputed a faculty member to attend the pre-commission training of the NCC at Kamtee, Nagpur for the period of 90 days.
6.3.2. What are the strategies adopted by the college for faculty empowerment through training, retraining and motivating the employees for the roles and responsibility they perform?
Faculty members are informed of the proposals for various empowerment programmes conducted by different agencies. Teachers are allowed to participate in the short term courses, workshops on curriculum development etc.
6.3.3. Provide details on the performance appraisal system of the staff to evaluate and ensure that information on multiple activities is appropriately captured and considered for better appraisal.
A faculty profile is prepared by each faculty member as directed by the IQAC. Self appraisal in the UGC format is given to teaching faculty and is prepared and submitted to the IQAC. As part of the performance evaluation, department meetings, staff meetings etc. are held to understand the syllabus target achieved.
6.3.4. What is the outcome of the review of the performance appraisal reports by the management and the major decisions taken? How are they communicated to the appropriate stakeholders?
Feedback received from various quarters is reviewed thoroughly by the management. Implementation of remedial measures is done through the principal by directly communicating the matter to the teacher/non-teaching staff concerned.
6.3.5. What are the welfare schemes available for teaching and non- teaching staff? What percentage of staff have availed the benefit of such schemes in the last four years?
Our college has a Gossaigaon college Co-operative credit and savings society Ltd. and a Welfare Society run by the staff members.
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Members can avail soft loans from these societies. Dividend for the share is distributed annually. An annual general meeting of the members of the society is convened to intimate the progress and functioning of the society. About 90% of the employees have availed the facilities provided by these societies.
6.3.6. What are the measures taken by the institution for attracting and retaining eminent faculty?
The mechanism for appointment of faculty in the institution is transparent which have attracted large number of candidates when advertised. The institution strictly follows the government and university norms in the selection of faculty. There is no such government provision for retaining the eminent faculties for UG level colleges in the state.
6.4 Financial Management and Resource Mobilization
6.4.1. What is the institutional mechanism to monitor effective and efficient use of available financial resources?
The GB, Teachers unit, IQAC and planning board of the college meet regularly to discuss the needs of the departments. The funds from the UGC are distributed by the planning board on the need base of the institution equally. Funds meant for infrastructural facilities are expanded by the GB under the direct supervision of the Principal. The expenditure related to construction and other activities during the year are audited by the auditor appointed by the GB and government audit.
6.4.2. What are the institutional mechanisms for internal and external audits? When was the last audit done and what are the major audit objections? Provide the details on compliance.
The college has the mechanism for internal and external audits and these are conducted by the entrusted auditors. Audit is conducted annually. The audited reports are presented at the GB meeting for its approval. The reports of the auditors are discussed in the GB meeting before its approval for further improvement. The funds sanctioned by the UGC are properly utilized and utilization certificates along with the audited accounts prepared by the
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government auditors are sent to the UGC with due permission from the GB. Last audit was done during 2013-14 by the government auditors.
6.4.3. What are the major sources of institutional receipts/ funding and how is the deficit managed? Provide audited income and expenditure statement of academic and administrative activities of the previous four years and the reserved fund/corpus available with institution, if any.
A major source of funding for the institution is from the UGC. At the time of admission, students are to pay fees for development of infrastructure, tuition fee, library fee, electricity fee, hostel fee etc.
Sources of funds Sl Item 2010 -11 2011 -12 2012 -13 2013 -14 No 1 Admission 322000/ - 401400/ - 452000/ - 561000/ - 2 Development 558250/ - 765000/ - 633850/ - 748000/ - 3 Tuition fee 827794/ - 1110240/ - 997440/ - 1105080/ - 4 Library fee 80500/ - 100350/ - 90500/ - 93500/ - 5 Electricity fee 177105/ - 261290/ - 271780/ - 280500/ - 6 Hostel fee 89760/ - 131400/ - 111000/ - 105000/ - 7 others 2062790/ - 1771665/ - 1905008/ - 1876425/ -
Grants from UGC during XI plan Sl. Items Amount No received in Rs. 1 Plan fund 11,25,000.00 2 UGC additional Assistance 53,76,311.00 3 UGC Add on courses - 4 UGC merged scheme 45,75,000.00 5 Infrastructural grant to NAAC accredited - college 6 UGC minor projects - 7
6.4.4. Give details on the efforts made by the institution in securing additional funding and utilization of the same. (if any)
Does not arise.
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6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS)
6.5.1. Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) a) Has the institution established an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)? If yes, what is the institutional policy with regard to quality assurance and how has it contributed in institutionalizing the quality assurance processes?
Yes. The IQAC is constituted as per the norms of the NAAC for academic, planning, monitoring and evaluation and necessary correction with respect to quality assurance. The core committee is supported by steering committees for its criterion under the NAAC. It looks after various quality assurances like activities in teaching learning and administration. The policies of the college with regards to quality assurance are as follows:
1. Parent teacher interaction in the college provides ample scope for evaluation of teaching learning practices. 2. Annual report of the academic activities is submitted to the GB, 3. Student co-ordination committee is formed to assess and monitor the needs of students and suggested alternative for better result, to co-ordinate co-curricular activities and address student grievances. 4. Teachers are encouraged to participate in various seminars for quality improvement. 5. Quality improvement seminars and workshops are organized by the institution for the benefit of faculty.
Innovative and result oriented activities evolve from departments are transferred as an institutional policy to benefit the institution. The talents identified from departments and other general activities are encouraged to participate in various inter college competitions.
The efforts made by the IQAC, planning board, departments and teaching staff helped to improve the infrastructure with respect to ICT and fulfill the activity plan for the respective academic years. NAAC suggestions were given priority in the year plans and properly implemented.
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b) How many decisions of the IQAC have been approved by the management/authorities for implementation and how many of them are actually implemented?
Decisions made by the IQAC regarding teaching learning and evaluation were submitted to the GB. These suggestions were accepted and implemented by the college authority. Sl. Decision of IQAC Status /outcome No 1 National seminar Implemented 2 Office automation Partially implemented 3 New women’s hostel Implemented 4 Drinking water facility Implemented 5 Accredited peer review journal implemented 6 Human rights initiative Under process 7 ICT equipment to all deptt. Partly implemented 8 Communicative English programme Partially implemented. 9 Submission of LOI implemented 10 Submission of SSR implemented
c) Does the IQAC have external members on its committee? If so, mention any significant contribution made by them.
No.
d) How do students and alumni contribute to the effective functioning of the IQAC?
The students of the college are actively involved in the quality assurance activities through IQAC. The Alumni meetings are periodically conducted and suggestions are put forward to the IQAC for its effective implementation.
e) How does the IQAC communicate and engage staff from different departments of the college?
The IQAC consists of members from departments, administration, alumni etc. depending on the strength of the committee. Meeting of the IQAC are communicated through letters to the concerned members.
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6.5.2. Does the institution have an integrated framework for quality assurance of the academic and administrative activities? If yes, give details on its operationalisation.
Yes, the college has a centralized internal assessment and external examination systems in academics. The marks of the internal examinations are displayed on the notice boards for the ready reference of the students. Since most of the students are from weaker section of the society, they are to be supported with the remedial coaching classes during summer vacation, coaching for entry in services, orientation and motivation class in the beginning of the session.
In administrative level, the service details and salary bills of all the staff are computerized enabling easy and fast retrieval. Disbursement of salary is made through the SBI branch located in the town. For recording the attendance of teachers and the office staff, a biometric machine is installed.
6.5.3. Does the institution provide training to its staff for effective implementation of the quality assurance procedures? If yes, give details enumerating its impact.
No
6.5.4. Does the college undertake academic audit or other external review of the academic provisions? If yes, how are the outcomes used to improve the institutional activities.
Yes, the academic audit is carried out by the departments at the end of each academic year and results are analyzed for better teaching of the curriculum to the students. Other than internal audit, external expert visit the college and the department to review the performances. The best practice observed by the team is continued and their suggestions for improvement are implemented from time to time.
6.5.5. How are the internal quality assurance mechanism aligned with the requirements of the relevant external quality assurance agencies/regulatory authorities?
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The internal quality assurance mechanism adapts the methods of the external quality assurance as per the guidelines of the NAAC.
The departments make their documentation and serve activities according to the guidelines of the NAAC. Evaluative comments on this are made by the assessing agency appointed by the institution which contains the member of the NAAC peer team and convener of the IQAC appointed by the GB of the institution.
6.5.6. What institutional mechanism is in place to continuously review the teaching learning process? Give details of its structure, methodologies of operation and outcome.
The teaching learning process is reviewed in three levels-
1. Department meetings are convened from time to time to review the assigned syllabi to each faculty and the scores obtained in internal evaluation and external evaluation is discussed. Corrective suggestions are pooled in the meeting and are implemented for results.
2. Teaching staff meeting is convened for the review of internal examination results and all the individual teachers are to submit their mark sheets to the HoD before the commencement of the meeting. During the meeting, results of every department are discussed and comparisons with external results are made. Deliberations of the meeting are taken care of and implemented at the institutional level for the improvement of the teaching learning process.
3. Parent teacher meeting is convened when situation demands. At the time of meeting, the complaints and suggestions put forward by the parents and the teachers are considered and this mechanism helps the institution to improve in teaching learning process.
6.5.7. How does the institution communicate its quality assurance policy, mechanisms and outcomes to the various internal and external stakeholders?
The Principal convenes the meeting of the students and teachers at the reopening of the institution after vacation and starting of the
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semester for each course. During the meeting, he announces and updates the quality policy on various matters concerned with the institution. Regular announcements through notice boards, advertisements in the college website etc. are the other mechanisms of communication of quality policy.
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CRITERION VII INNOVATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES
7.1 Environmental Consciousness
7.1.1. Does the institute conduct a Green Audit of its campus and facilities?
The college has naturally grown shorea robusta (sal tress) within its campus and it has provided a shelter place for the bats and other species to survive. The trees which are standing gloriously are the only mother trees which are found in the locality. That is why people from forest department come to college to collect the seeds for germination.
7.1.2. What are the initiatives taken by the college to make the campus eco-friendly?
Many initiatives are taken by the college to make the campus eco- friendly:- Such as Smoking free zone , no teasing , eco-friendly playground, protection of sal and other trees within vast areas of college campus which provide shelter for birds and other species is one of the major initiatives taken by the college; college library provides ample scope for reading for amusement and serious studies in serene environment etc.
7.2 Innovations
7.2.1. Give details of innovations during the last four years which have created a positive impact on the functioning of the college.
1. The previous NAAC report had pointed out the lack of a centre for training in communication skills. This suggestion has been implemented partially with the initiative of the NCC unit of the college.
2. A peer reviewed journal Called Chinaky-ARJHSS (it is indexed by the Ulrich’s Directory, USA) of multidisciplinary nature is published by the College.
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3. To aid innovative teaching, departments in the college are partially provided with LCD projectors.
7.3 Best practices 7.3.1. Elaborate on any two best practices which have contributed to the achievement of the Institutional objectives and/or contributed to the quality improvement of the core activities of the college.
(i) Support to weaker section of students Goal: The college functions with objectives of supporting economically weaker students to uplift them. Keeping in mind the above idea, the institution has introduced science stream in the year 1997 with a view to provide science education to the downtrodden people of the locality at minimum costs.
Context: The college is situated in a rural set up in the district of Kokrajhar, Assam. Majority of the students studying in this college are not only economically poor but also are from the weaker section of the society and come from remote areas. Special norms have been developed by the authority to cater the needs of the students from weaker section to get admission in the institution for higher education.
Practice In the admission process: 1(a) The first among the best practices in the college, which have contributed to the achievement of the institutional objectives, is the support given to the weaker students coming from rural areas. Starting from the admission procedure, the college community, especially the management gives special consideration to the Adivashis, ST/SC communities and economically poor students. This is a unique act of practice of love shown to the weaker section of the society. Preference and consideration is also given to the students having talents in sports at the time of admission.
(b) Financial support is provided to the students, staff and other employees of the college at the time distressed on certain occasions.
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(c) Community service: the NCC and the NSS unit of the college organize programmes like AIDS awareness, environmental protection awareness, health awareness, population education awareness etc in and around the college to bring awareness among the masses as part of community service.
(ii) Energy management programme:
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3. EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF ASSAMESE
1. Name of the Department : Assamese 2. Year of Establishment :1971 3. Name of Programmes offered : BA 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.( Annual system) ii. B.A. (Semester system) 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor 3 3 Selection Grade Nil Nil Asst. Professor 1 1
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience in years Hitesh Das MA, Associate Literature 23 Prof Dr. Dimbeswar Das MA, Associate Language 23 M.Phil.Ph.D Prof Chanakya Baishya M.A., , B.Ed, Associate Literature 14 M.Phil Prof Dr. Kaneswar Baruah M.A.Ph.D Assistant Language 5 Prof 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) 95:1 (UG)
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14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG: Teaching faculty Qualification Hitesh Das MA.M.Phil Dr. Dimbeswar Das MA, M.Phil, Ph.D Chanakya Baishya MA, B.Ed, M.Phil Dr. Kaneswar Baruah MA,Ph.D 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Int. Nat. Int. D Chap. In Books With Cit. Imp. Faculty Journal Journal base Books ISBN Index factor Hitesh Das ------Dimbeswar - 2 2 1 - - Das Chanakya - 2 - 4 - - - Baishya Kaneswar - 2 - 2 - - - Baruah
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards: (a) Hitesh Das: Subject expert, Kokrajhar Govt. College (b) Dimbeswar Das: Subject expert, Bongaigaon College, Editor in College magazine (c) Chanakya Baishya: Editor in college magazine, Editor in Sahitya Sabha Patrika (d) Kaneswar Baruah: Editor in college magazine, member in Dogo Rangsang Research Society, Guwahati
22. Student Projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in house projects including inter departmental/ programme:
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All Education TDC-IV. (Major) UG students (100%) do their projects, as part of Gauhati University curriculum in the department. b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: Nil 23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Application Name of the Enrolled Pass Year received for Selected Programme percentage Major M F 2010 -11 UG 3 01 0 1 100 2011 -12 UG 5 3 1 2 33 2012 -13 UG 15 10 4 6 - 2013 -14 UG 25 21 5 16 -
27. Diversity of students: 2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 130 151 281 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 130 151 281
2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 125 163 288 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 125 163 288
2013 Female Male Total
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Student from the same state where the 55 127 182 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 55 127 182
2014 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 81 127 208 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - -
Grand total 81 127 208
28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinations such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl. Name Course/Courses Qualifying exam No studied in the institution 01 Sagar Ch Roy BA TET,SET, Lecturer 02 Dharitri Boro BA NET 03 Safiquz Zaman BA TET Teacher
29. Student progression Student Against % E nrolled progression UG 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG 1 1 01 1 UG to B.Ed - 1 1 -
30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Lecture Halls Major lecture Room-01 General lecture Room-01 Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 450 numbers of books
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31. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external expert. : NIl 32. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Lecture method, discussion, Tutorial class, Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 33. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Students of IV semester are to prepare projects as per the syllabus of the GU and they take such topics which are related to Traditional culture, Colloquial Dialect etc.. 34. SWOC analysis of department and future plans: Strengths 1. Classes are held regularly. 2. Regular classes are held in the department to ensure syllabus completion 3. Most of the books referred in the syllabus are made available in the department library. Weaknesses 1. Lack of sufficient numbers of books in the department. 2. Language problem of students. Opportunities 1. The subject helps the students to get job in teaching profession easily. Challenges 1. Students are enrolled though they have a language problem. 2. Teachers have to work hard to make them understand.
Future plans 1. Planning to start PG (Idol) and TET coaching centre. 2. Half yearly magazine is planned to be published in the department.
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DEPARTMENT OF BODO
1. Name of the Department : Bodo 2. Year of Establishment :1977 3. Name of Programmes offered : BA 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.( Annual system) ii. B.A. (Semester system) 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor 1 1 Selection Grade Nil Nil Asst. Professor 3 3
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience Remarks in years Dhananjay MA, (Double) Associate Literature 22 Brahma Prof Rwisumwi MA, Asst.Prof Language and 12 Boro Literature Samber M.A., , Asst.Prof Language and 10 Muchahary Literature Simani Boro M.A. Asst. Prof Language and 8 Literature Swrangsat M.A. Asst. Prof Linguistics 7 Brahma 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) 116:1 (UG) 14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil
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15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG: Teaching faculty Qualification Dhananjay Brahma M.A., B.Ed Rwisumwi Boro MA, Samber Much ahary MA, Simani Boro MA, Swrangsat Brahma M.A. 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Faculty Int. Nat. Int. D Chap. In Books Cit. Imp. Journal Journal base Books With Index factor ISBN Dhananjay Brahma ------Rwisumwi Boro ------Samber Muchahary ------
Simani Boro ------Swrangsat Brahma ------
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards: (a) Dhanajay Brahma: Subject expert in Kokrajhar Govt. College, Bodofa UN Brahma College, Editor in College magazine (b) Rwisumwi Boro: Editor in college magazine (c) Samber Muchahary: Editor in College magazine (d) Simani Boro: Editor in College magazine (e) Swrangsat Brahma: Editor in College magazine. 22. Student Projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in house projects including inter departmental/ programme: All Bodo TDC-VI Semester (Major) UG students (100%) do their projects, as part of Gauhati University curriculum in the department.
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b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: 23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass percentage Programme received for M F Major 2010 -11 UG 34 24 17 7 81.50 Result of final exam-2013 2011 -12 UG 34 24 19 5 86.00 Result of final exam-2014 2012 -13 UG 38 31 25 6 - 2013 -14 UG 21 18 10 8 -
27. Diversity of students: 2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 237 415 652 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 237 415 652
2012 Female male Total Student from the same state where the 265 415 680 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 265 415 660
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2013 Female male Total Student from the same state where the 340 282 622 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 340 282 622
2014 Female male Total Student from the same state where the 264 334 598 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - -
Grand total 264 334 598 28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinations such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl. Name Course/Courses Qualifying exam No studied in the institution 01 Roje Brahma BA NET 02 Jadu Brahma BA NET 03 Dhanjay Narzary BA NET
29. Student progression Student progression UG Against % Enrolled 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG 2 5 6 2 UG to B.Ed 3 2 2 0
30. Details of infrastructural facilities:
Major lecture Room-01 General lecture Room-01
Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 200 numbers of books.
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31. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/ workshops/ seminars) with external expert. : NIl 32. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Lecture method, discussion, Tutorial class, Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 33. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Students of IV semester are to prepare projects as per the syllabus of the GU and they take such topics which are related to Traditional culture and certain social issues. 34. SWOC analysis of department and future plans: Strengths 1. Classes are held regularly. 2. Regular classes are held in the department to ensure syllabus completion 3. Most of the books referred in the syllabus are made available in the department library. Weaknesses Lack of sufficient numbers of books in the department.
Opportunities The subject helps the students to get job in teaching profession easily.
Challenges
Future plans
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DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS
1. Name of the Department : Economics 2. Year of Establishment :1971 3. Name of Programmes offered : B.A. /B.Sc. 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.(Arts)/H.S.(Sc) Annual system ii. B.A./B.Sc. semester system 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor 2 2 Selection Grade 1 1 Asst. Professor 1 1
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience in years Samsul Hoque MA Associate International 31 Prof. Economics Parameswar MA, LLB Associate Banking 26 Brahma Prof. Dr. Dinesh Das MA, B.Ed., Selection Econometrics 12 M.Phil., Ph. D Grade Sanjoy Narzary MA Asst. Prof. Agricultural 6 Economics 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) : 20:1 (UG) 14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG:
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Teaching faculty Qualification Samsul Hoque MA. Parameswar Brahma MA, LLB Dr. Dinesh Das MA, B.Ed., M.Phil.,Ph.D Sanjoy Narzary MA, 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Sl. Name of the Amount Amount Funding Remark No. Faculty Granted Released Agency 1. Dr. Dinesh Das 2,80,000/ - 1,95,000/ - UGC Ongoing
18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Faculty Int. Nat. Int. D Chat. in Books Cit. Imp. Journal Journal base Books With Index factor ISBN Dr. Dinesh Das 8 10 - 4 2 6 3.259 Sanjoy Narzary - 3 - - - - -
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards Sl. Name of Academic Bodies No. Faculty 1. Dr. Dinesh Das i) Indian Economic Association (IEA) ii) Indian Society of Labour Economics (ISLE) iii) North Eastern Economic Association (NEEA) iv) North-East Academic Discourse 2. Shri Sanjoy i) North Eastern Economic Association (NEEA) Narzary ii) Chinaky- A Research Journal on Humanities and Social Science
22. Student Projects:
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a) Every year students of 3 rd and 4 th Semester Students are given exposure in field studies for Environmental Studies outside the College. b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies 23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Sl. Theme Date International Funding No. / National/ Agency State Level 1. Development of Infrastructure 26 -27 Sept. National UGC in North-East India: Its Impact /2008 on Socio-Economic Life of the People in the Region 2. Gender and Development in 2-3 National UGC North East India June/2012 3. Prospects and Problem of Agro - 6-7 Sept./ National UGC based Industries in Assam 2014 4. Women Empowerment: Issues 4-6 International ICSSR and Challenges Feb./2015 (to be held)
26. Student profile programme/course wise: year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass percentage Programme received for M F of appeared Major/ candidates General selected 2010 -11 UG 30(M)/90 10/86 9/50 1/36 100/100 percent 2011 -12 UG 35/70 10/58 7/32 3/26 100/50 in final exam of 2014 2012 -13 UG 20/45 05/39 4/29 1/10 - 2013 -14 UG 25/75 O8/70 08/47 0/23 -
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27. Diversity of students: 2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 39 29 68 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 39 29 68
2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 11 33 44 college is located Students from other states of India - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 11 33 44
2013 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 23 55 78 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 23 55 78
2014 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 15 20 35 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 15 20 35
28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinations such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc.
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Sl . Name Course/Courses Qualifying exam No studied in the institution 01 Kartick Roy BA Hons TET (LP) 02 Bhagyashri Basumatary BA Hons TET (LP) 03 Pinki Brahma BA pursuing TET (LP)
29. Student progression Student Against % enrolled progression UG 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG - - 2 0 UG to B.Ed - 1 - -
30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Lecture Halls: 1 Major lecture Room-1 General lecture Room-1 Departmental Library: There is a departmental library with 120 Nos. of books 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : Nil 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external expert. 33. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 34. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: some of our students are active members of the NSS and NCC unit of the college and they participate in various social activities relating to community development and health programmes. 35. SWOC analysis of department and future plans: Strengths: (i) Regular classes are held in the department (ii) Books are supplied from the department to the major students. (iii) Department has organized national and international seminar, which provides scope to the students and other academia. Weaknesses: (i) Departmental facilities are limited (ii) Books not sufficient for the supply to the students.
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Opportunities: The subject is good for competitive examinations .
Challenges (i) Books are not regularly supplied to the department (ii) Computer and internet facilities not available in the department.
Future plans : (i) PG is planned to be introduced in the future. (ii) A separate building for the department with modern facilities will be arranged in the future.
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
1. Name of the Department : Education 2. Year of Establishment :1971 3. Name of Programmes offered : BA 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.( Annual system) ii. B.A. (Semester system) 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor 3 3 Selection Grade Nil Nil Asst. Professor 1 1
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience in years Meghola Basu MA, Associate Statistics 38 Chandra Prof Mrs Labanya MA, M.Phil. , Associate Abnormal 22 Lahkar B.Ed Prof Psychology Mrs Mina kshi M.A., , B.Ed, Associate Child 22 Pathak M.Phil Prof Psychology Md.Abual M.A.M.Phil., Assistant School 17 Hussain Ansary B.Ed Prof Organation. 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) 125:1 (UG) 14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG:
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Teaching faculty Qualification Mrs M.Basu (Chandra) MA. Mrs. L Lahkar MA, M.Phil, B.Ed. Mrs. M Pathak MA, B.Ed, M.Phil Md. A.H.Ansaty MA,B.Ed. M.Phil 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Faculty Int. Nat. Int. D Chap. Books Cit. Imp. Journal Journal base In With Index factor Books ISBN Mrs M.Basu(Chandra) ------Mrs. L Lahkar 2 1 Mrs. M.Pathak Md. A. H.Ansary
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards: (a) Mrs. M. Basu (Chandra): Subject expert in Kokrajhar Govt. College (3 Times), Subject expert in Departmental promotion committee (b) Mrs. L. Lahkar (c) Mrs. M. Pathak (d) Md. A.H.Ansary
22. Student Projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in house projects including inter departmental/ programme: all Education TDC-VI sem. (Major) UG students (100%) do their projects, as part of Gauhati University curriculum in our laboratory. b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: 23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding:
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Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass Programme received for M F percentage Major/ General 2010 -11 UG 15/390 9/349 1/209 8/140 100/61.98 2011 -12 UG 50/500 39/451 20/227 19/224 100/75.30 2012 -13 UG 50/470 25/420 14/254 21/166 - 2013 -14 UG 40/350 29/329 13/201 16/128 -
27. Diversity of students:
2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 148 210 358 is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 148 210 358
2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 243 247 490 is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - Grand total 243 247 490
2013 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 187 268 455 is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students Grand total
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2014 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 174 234 408 is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 174 234 408
28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinations such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl. Name Course/ Courses Qualifying exam No studied in the institution 01 Kamal Hussain BA TET, Teacher 02 Meenakshi Pathak BA TET, Teacher 03 Krishna Paul BA TET, Teacher 04 Aklima Khatun BA TET, Teacher 05 Ashan Mehbub Sk BA TET, Teacher 06 Sushanta Das BA TET, Teacher 07 Babai Saha BA TET, Teacher
08 Bapan Das BA TET, Teacher
09 Bhagya Shill BA TET, Teacher 10 Preeti Singh BA TET, H. School Teacher 11 Smriti Roy BA Lecturer, Pragati College 12 Zuhirul Islam BA Lecturer, Hatidhura College 13 Champa Mushahary BA Subject teacher, Jaraguri HS School 14 Anima Narzary BA Subject teacher,Udalguri HS School 15 Mainao Boro BA Data Management operator, SSA
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29. Student progression Student progression UG Against % E nrolled 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG 02 02 01 18 UG to B.Ed 01 03 03 02
30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Lecture Halls Major lecture Room-01 General lecture Room-01
Laboratories & Department- 01+01=02 Laboratory Store Room-01 (a) Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 450 numbers of books (b) Computer facilities for students and teachers. (c) Laboratory equipments: Mirror drawing apparatus, maze learning, Thichoshcope, Skeleton, stop watch etc. (d) Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : JRF: Preeti Singh 31. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external expert. : NIl 32. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Lecture method, discussion, Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 33. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Students of VI semester are to prepare projects as per the syllabus of the GU and they take such topics which are related to environment, health, women education, ICT, etc. 34. SWOC analysis of department and future plans: Strengths 1. Adequate facilities for theory and practical classes 2. Regular classes are held in the department to ensure syllabus completion 3. Most of the books referred in the syllabus are made available in the department library. Weaknesses 1. Lack of sufficient numbers of books in the department. 2. Lack of laboratory equipments in the department. 3. Lack of technician in the department.
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Opportunities 1. The subject education helps the students to get admission in B.Ed and M.Ed without any difficulty. 2. The subject helps the students to get job in teaching profession easily. 3. The also provides scope to understand the Child psychology and development of mental health. Challenges
Future plans 1. Planning to start PG and TET coaching centre. 2. Quarterly magazine is planned to be published in the department. Internet connection to provide access to resources related to subject
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DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH
1. Name of the Department : English 2. Year of Establishment :1971 3. Name of Programmes offered : B.A. 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.(Arts) Annual system ii. B.A. semester system 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctione d Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor 1 1 Selection Grade - - Asst. Professor 3 3 Asst. Professor - 1
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience in years Brishdeo MA, Associate Tragedy and Comedy 25 Prasad Prof Joynal Abedin M.A. M.Phil. Asst. Prof Shakespeare 16 B.Ed Papari Kakati M.A., M. Phil Asst. Prof Indian writing in 13 English Hargouri M.A., M. Phil Asst. Prof Structure of modern 8 Narzary English Ashok M.A., B.Ed Asst. Poetry 6 Mushahary Professor 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) : 137:1 (UG)
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14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG: Teaching faculty Qualification Brishdeo Prasad MA, Joynal Abedin M.A. M.Phil, B.Ed. Papari Kakati M.A., M. Phil Hargouri Narzary M.A., M. Phil, B.Ed Ashok Mushahary M.A., B.Ed 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Faculty Int. Nat. Int. D Chat. In Books Cit. Imp. Journal Journal base Books With Index factor ISBN Brishdeo Prasad ------Joynal Abedin - - - 2 - - Papari Kakati - 3 - - - - - Hargouri Narzary ------Ashok ------Mushahary 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards: Brishdeo Prasad: Subject expert in Janata College, Member in Editorial board of college magazine. Jaynal Abedin: Editor in college magazine, Member of IAS, Member in Comparative Literary Studies Association of India. Papari Kakati: Member of editorial board in college magazine. Hargouri Narzary: Member in editorial board in college magazine. Ashok Mushahary: Member in editorial board in college magazine.
22. Student Projects: NA 23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil
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25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass percentage Programme received for M F Major 2010 -11 UG 18 8 8 0 25% result of final exam 2013. 2011 -12 UG 20 15 11 4 13% result of final exam 2014 2012 -13 UG 30 22 11 11 - 2013 -14 UG 25 17 06 11 -
27. Diversity of students: 2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 230 362 592 is located Students from other states of India - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 230 362 592
2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 208 214 502 is located Students from other states of India NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 502
2013 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 190 234 424 is located Students from other states of India - NRI students Other overseas students Grand total 190 234 424
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2014 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 220 244 464 is located Students from other states of India NRI students Other overseas students 220 244 464 Grand total 220 244 464
28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinations such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl. Name Course/Courses Qualifying exam No studied in the institution 01 - - - 02 - - - 03 - - - 04 - - -
29. Student progression Student progression UG Against % Enrolled 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG - - - - UG to B.Ed - - 1 - 30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 350 numbers of books (a) Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : Nil 31. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/ workshops/ seminars) with external expert. 32. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 33. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Participated in college extension education programme sponsored by UGC. 34. SWOC analysis of department and future plans: Strengths:
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(a) The department of English has been rendering yeomen service since its inception in the year 1971. (b) The department introduced major in English in the year 1991. Weaknesses: (a) Lack of sufficient teacher in the department Opportunities: (a) The introduction of major in the department has facilitated the students’ community to opt for major and go for higher studies in English. Challenges: (a) Students are poor in communicative English. Hence, the teachers of the department are to work very hard to develop language skills. Future plans: (a) Planned to introduce spoken English course in the department.
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DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY
1. Name of the Department : Geography 2. Year of Establishment :1971 3. Name of Programmes offered : B.A. /B.Sc. 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S. Arts and Science : Annual system ii. B.A./B.Sc. : Semester System 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor 1 1 Selection Grade 1 1 Asst. Professor 2 1
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience in years Dr. Manjil MA, Ph.D Associate Environmental 16 Basumatary Prof Science Rinay M.A. Selection Cartography 12 Basumatary Grade Keshab M.A. Asst. Prof Rural Development 5 Ch.Narzary Anamika Das M.A Asst. Prof Fluvial - Geomorphology 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) : 19:1 (UG) 14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG:
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Teaching faculty Qualification Dr. Manjil Basumatary MA, Ph.D. Rinay Basumatary MA Keshab Ch. Narzary MA Anamika Das MA 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Int. Nat. Int. D Chat. In Books Cit. Imp. Faculty Journal Journal base Books With Index factor ISBN Dr. Manjil 1 1 1 Basumatary Mr. Rinay Basumatary Mr. Keshab Ch. 2 1 Narzary
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards Dr. Manjil Basumatary: Editor in college magazine, member in editorial board in a journal called Chinaky, Editor in , Chief editor in , Subject expert in the college.
Mr. Rinoy Basumatary: Mr. Keshab Ch. Narzary : 22. Student Projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in house projects including inter departmental/ programme: all Geography TDC-VI semester (Major) UG students do (100%) their projects, as part of Gauhati University curriculum in our laboratory. b) Every year students of 3 rd and 6 th Semester Major Students are given exposure in field studies outside the states. 23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil
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25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass percentage Programme received for M F Major 2010 -11 UG 25 20 17 3 100 (Final result of 2013) 2011 -12 UG 38 31 27 4 77.77 (Final result of 2014) 2012 -13 UG 27 25 23 2 - 2013 -14 UG 16 14 10 4 -
27. Diversity of students: 2011 (First year) Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 3 4 7 is located Students from other states of India 0 10 10 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 3 14 17
2012 (First semester) Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 4 3 7 is located Students from other states of India 1 23 24 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 5 26 31
2013 (First semester) Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 3 9 12 is located Students from other states of India 0 14 14 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 3 23 26
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2014 (All semester running students) Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 14 40 53 is located Students from other states of India 01 28 29 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 15 68 73
28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinations such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl. Name Course/Courses Qualifying exam No studied in the institution 01 Jadu Sarkar BA Hons NET,SLET,High School TET Exam 02 Prakash Prasad BA Hons SBI 03 Mukut Sarma BA Hons NET,JNV, Tripura 04 Pappu Mandol BA Hons TET 05 Fulungchad Basumatary BA pursuing TET 06 Dilip Barman BA Hons Air Force(Traffic)Left, SSC High School 07 Jitendra Prasad BA Hons, CSM,Voda phone manager 08 Sushanta Mushahary BA Hons TET
09 Uday Sankar Brahma BA Hons Forest Deptt.
29. Student progression Student progression UG Against % Enrolled 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG 4 2 7 4 UG to B.Ed 2 2 - 9 30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Lecture halls Major lecture Room-2 General lecture Room-1
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(a) Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 250 numbers of books (b) Computer facilities with GIS for students and teachers. (c) We have a LCD projector and the department is planning to install it in the class room for facilitating the teaching of students. (d) Laboratory equipments: Plane Table, Dumpy level, Theodolite, GPS, GIS, Toposheets, weather charts, Stereoscope, Pantograph, Rotometer, Planimeter, Barometer, Thermometer etc. 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : Nil 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/ workshops/seminars) with external expert. 33. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 34. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: some of our students are active members of the NSS and NCC unit of the college and they participate in various social activities relating to community development and health programmes. Students of VI semester are to prepare projects as per the syllabus of the GU and they take such topics which are related to social issues, environment etc. 35. SWOC analysis of department and future plans: Strengths 1. Adequate facilities for theory and practical classes 2. Regular classes are held in the department to ensure syllabus completion 3. Most of the books referred in the syllabus are made available in the department library. Weaknesses 1. Lack of adequate teaching staff due to delay in the appointment 2. Majority of the students are of average level. Teachers have to work hard to bring them at par with others 3. Students from outside the state face language problem as the medium of instruction in the department is English for major students 4. Lack of instruments and equipments after the introduction of new courses in the syllabus Opportunities 1. Department has the opportunity to collaborate with other research centres
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2. Department has the opportunity to carry our minor research project for new faculty and Major for senior teachers. 3. There is also scope to study the geopolitics of the region through the department.
Challenges 1. Teachers are to work hard to build the career of the students as they come from poor educational background. 2. Training facilities for teachers are limited as the college is located in a rural area. Future plans 1. Introduction of PG courses 2. New teachers may be oriented to take up projects and post doctoral research 3. NET coaching, Banking, UPSC coaching classes can be taken up separately in the department 4. Internet connection to provide access to resources related to subject. 5. Plan to start departmental journal shortly. Also planning to publish books related to certain issues of the region.
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DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY
1. Name of the Department : History 2. Year of Establishment :1971 3. Name of Programmes offered : B.A 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.(Arts) Annual system ii. B.A. semester system 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor 3 3 Selection Grade - - Asst. Professor 1 1 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience in years Isahac MA Associate European History 31 Basumatary Prof Samsuzzaman M.A. Associate Socio -economic 28 Sarder Prof history of modern India Kumud Ranjan M.A. M.Phil Associate Modern Group 24 Basumatary Prof Kabiranjan M.A. Asst. Prof - 7 Mushahary 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) : 29:1 (UG) 14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG:
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Teaching faculty Qualification Isahac Basumatary MA Samsuzzaman Sarder M.A. Kumud Ranjan Basumatary M.A. M.Phil Kabiranjan Mushahary M.A. 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Faculty Int. Nat. Int. D Chap Books Cit. Imp. Journal Journal base In With Index factor Books ISBN Isahac Basumatary ------Samsuzzaman ------Sarder Kumud Ranjan ------Basumatary Kabiranjan - - - 3 - - - Mushahary 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards: Isahac Basumatary: Subject expert in Janata College and Kokrajhar Govt. College. Samsuzzaman Sarder: Subject expert in Kokrajhar College & Janata College Kabi Ranjan Mushahary: Edirorial Board member in Chinaky-A research Journal on humanities and social science. 22. Student Projects: Nil 23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil
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26. Student profile programme/course wise:
Year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass percentage Programme received for M F Major/General 2010 -11 UG 1/30 1/30 1/26 0/4 100 in 3013 final exam 2011 -12 UG 2/58 2/58 2/41 0/17 100 in 2014 final exam 2012 -13 UG 3/33 3/33 2/27 1/6 - 2013 -14 UG 5/22 5/22 5/15 0/7 -
27. Diversity of students: 2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 1 30 31 is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 1 30 31
2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 2 112 114 is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 2 112 114
2013 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 3 33 36 is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 3 33 36
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2014 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 12 15 27 is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - Grand total 12 15 27
28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinations such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl. Name Course/Course Qualifying exam No s studied in the institution 01 Durgesh Roy BA TET Exam 02 Jaysagar Wary BA NET,Asst. Prof. Bodoland University(BU) 03 Jaydeep Narzary BA NET (BU) 04 Kabiranjan BA SLET, Asst. Prof. Mushahry
29. Student progression Student progression Number of students UG 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG 1 1 1 1 UG to B.Ed - - - -
30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 79 numbers of books (a) Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : Nil 31. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external expert. 32. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 33. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: 34. SWOC analysis of department and future plans:
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Strengths a. Regular classes and emphasis on conceptual clarity b. Constant motivation and every possible help to the students c. The department has tiny library, which has some books, journals old question papers etc. for easy reference of the students. Weaknesses: a. Majority of the students are mediocre and rural based. b. Medium of instruction which is English/Assamese acted as a barrier since most of the students are from non-English and non- Assamese medium background. c. Lack of sufficient students in history due to secondary level curriculum and also a feeling that history is a vast subject to comprehend. Opportunities a. Students can explore the rich cultural heritage of India and know local history. b. Simple and plain subject without contradictory theories for competitive exams. Challenges a. Students show apathy in studying history, therefore, teachers have to motivate them to work harder and set in their mind that history as a subject is rather simple plain and interesting. b. Backward financial and social position of the students deprives the students from visiting the historical places of interest. c. Financial position of the department is unsound. Future plans a. To begin PG programme in history in future. b. To organize local, regional, National and seminar in the department.
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DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
1. Name of the Department : Philosophy 2. Year of Establishment :1973 3. Name of Programmes offered : B.A. 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.(Arts) Annual system ii. B.A. semester system 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor - - Selection Grade - - Asst. Professor 2 1 Asst. Professor - 2
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience Remarks in years Rwngsuma MA, M.Phil Asst. Logic 12 Brahma Professor Jitumoni M.A. Asst. Contemporary 1 Goyary Professor Indian Philosophy Kanaklota M.A. Asst. Prof Logic 2 Roy
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) : 45:1 (UG) 14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil
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15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG: Teaching faculty Qualification Rwngsuma Brahma MA, M.Phil. Jitumoni Gayary MA Kanaklota Roy MA
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Faculty Int. Nat. Int. D Chat. In Books Cit. Imp. Journal Journal base Books With Index factor ISBN Rwngsuma ------Brahma Jitumoni Gayary - - - - 1 - Kanaklota Roy ------20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards: Rwngsuma Brahma: Jitumoni Gayary: Kanaklata Roy:
22. Student Projects: Nil 23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil
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26. Student profile programme/course wise:
Year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass percentage Programme received for M F Major/ General 2010 -11 UG 2/18 2/16 14 04 100/ 2011 -12 UG 2/33 2/31 23 10 33.3/ 2012 -13 UG 4/43 3/40 26 17 2013 -14 UG 5/106 5/101 70 36
27. Diversity of students:
2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 10 23 33 is located Students from other states of India ------NRI students ------Other overseas students ------Grand total 10 23 33
2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is located 17 26 43 Students from other states of India ------NRI students ------Other overseas students ------Grand total 17 26 43
2013 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is located 36 70 106 Students from other states of India ------NRI students ------Other overseas students ------Grand total 36 70 106
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2014 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is located 22 35 57 Students from other states of India ------NRI students ------Other overseas students ------Grand total 22 35 57 28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinations such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl. Name Course/Courses Qualifying exam No studied in the institution 01 Swapan Barman BA Major Army clerical exam. 02 Hita Rani Das BA Major TET 03 Sonamoni Basumatary BA Major
29. Student progression Student progression UG Number of students 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG - - - 1 UG to B.Ed - - - 30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 165 numbers of books (a) Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : Nil
31. Details of infrastructural facilities i/ Lecture halls ii/ Major class room – 01 iii/ General lecture room – 05 iv/ Department faculty room – 01
a) Departmental library: There is a departmental library with 175 numbers of books and journals. b) Computer facilities for students and teachers: Nil c) Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government and other agencies: Nil
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32. Details of students’ enrichment programmes (Special lecture/ Workshops/ Seminars) with external experts.
33. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Assignment, department seminar, class, tests etc. are the different methods followed by the teachers.
34. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and extension activities:
35. SWOC analysis of department and future plans:
Strength: Adequate facilities for major and general class. Regular and extra classes are taken by the facility members to ensure completion of the syllabus. Most of the books recommended for under graduate course are available in the department library.
Weaknesses Lake of sufficient teaching and non teaching staff. Most students are of average standard. Teachers have to weak hard to bring them up at par with other students. Majority students of the department are usually from vernacular medium schools. So they get troublesome in understanding English as medium of instruction especially major students. Lack of sufficient numbers of books and journals in the department library. Lack of computer and internet facilities for the students and teachers in the department.
Opportunities Poor students of the area can obtain UG degree with minimum cost. Major students of the department can access free department library service.
Challenges Students are of medium standard in their education, so the teachers have to work very hard to build their future career.
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Financial sources for the development of the department is not sufficient. Lack of modern teaching aids and instruments.
Future plans more efficient teachers to be appointed. Having computer facilities with internet connection to provide access to information’s and resources related to subject for the benefit of the students. Introducing PG course in the department.
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DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE
1. Name of the Department : Political Science 2. Year of Establishment :1971 3. Name of Programmes offered : B.A. 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.(Arts) Annual system ii. B.A. semester system 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor 2 2 Selection Grade - - Asst. Professor 2 - 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience Remarks in years Debashis MA, Associate Sociology 25 Paul Prof Pradip M.A. M.Phil. Associate Public 21 Kr.Das B.Ed Prof administration Monoj M.A., B.Ed Asst. Prof International 5 Narzary Relation Sansuma M.A. Asst. Prof Human Rights 1 Goyary 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil
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13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) : 137:1 (UG) 14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG: Teaching faculty Qualification Debashis Paul MA Pradip Kr. Das MA, M.Phil., B.Ed Monoj Narzary MA, B.Ed Sanchuma Goyary MA 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Faculty Int. Nat. Int. D Chat. In Books Cit. Imp. Journal Journal base Books With Index factor ISBN Debashis Paul ------Pradip Kr Das - - - 1 - - Monoj Narzary ------Sanchuma - 2 - - 2 - - Goyary 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards Debashis Paul: Pradip Kr Das: Editor in Gossaigaon Sakha Sahitya Sabha. Monoj Narzary: Sanchuma Goyary: 22. Student Projects: Nil 23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students:
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Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass Programme received for M F percentage Major 2010 -11 UG 15/345 13/345 8/211 5/134 93 in final exam of 20134 2011 -12 UG 14/292 10/292 9/1 215/77 92 in final exam of 2014 2012 -13 UG 35/115 27/115 22/70 5/45 - 2013 -14 UG 32/235 24/235 20/162 4/73 - 27. Diversity of students: 2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 271 522 793 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - Grand total 271 522 793 2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 182 395 577 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 182 395 577 2013 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 154 249 403 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 154 249 403
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2014 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 175 375 550 college is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 175 375 550 28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinations such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl. Name Course/Courses studied in Qualifying exam No the institution 01 Pronay Narzary BA Major NET 02 Pranjit Brahma BA Major NET 03 Bijay Nandi BA Major TET
29. Student progression Student Number of students progression 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG UG to PG 3 - - 5 UG to B.Ed - - - - 30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 165 numbers of books. 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : Nil 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external expert. 33. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 34. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: 35. SWOC analysis of department and future plans: Strengths: Regular classes are held in the department Books are supplied from the department to the major students. Weaknesses: Two sanctioned posts are lying vacant
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Departmental facilities are limited
Opportunities: The subject is good for competitive examinations .
Challenges Books are not regularly supplied to the department Computer and internet facilities not available in the department. Future plans : PG is planned to be introduced in the future. National and state level seminars will be organized by the department in future. A separate building for the department with modern facilities will be arranged in the future.
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DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY
1. Name of the Department: Botany 2. Year of Establishment:1997 3. Name of Programmes offered: B.Sc. 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.(Sc) Annual system ii. B.Sc. semester system 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor Nil Nil Selection Grade Nil Nil Asst. Professor 2 2 Asst. Professor - 1
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience Remarks in years Ranjit Kr. MSc. Asst. Prof. Plant 17 Narzary Physiology Praneswar M.Sc, B.Ed. Asst. Prof Plant 16 Basumatary Taxonomy Runuma M.Sc, B.Ed. Asst. Prof Microbiology 9 Rabha Basumatary 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
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12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) : 19:1 (UG) 14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG: Teaching faculty Qualification Ranjit Kr. Narzary MSc. Praneswar Basumatary M.Sc, B.Ed. Runuma Rabha Basumatary M.Sc, B.Ed. 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Faculty Int. Nat. Int. D Chap. Books Cit. Imp. Journal Journal base In With Index factor Books ISBN Ranjit Kr. Narzary ------Praneswar ------Basumatary Runuma Rabha ------Basumatary 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards Ranjit Kr. Narzary: Nil Praneswar Basumatary: Nil Runuma Rabha Basumatary:Nil 22. Student Projects: (b) Percentage of students who have done in house projects including inter departmental/ programme:
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23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass percentage Programme received for M F Major/General 2010 -11 UG 13 11 11 0 100% in 2013 final exam 2011 -12 UG 31 27 16 11 100% in 2014 final exam 2012 -13 UG 37 27 21 6 - 2013 -14 UG 56 28 2/22 4 - 27. Diversity of students: 2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 0 11 11 located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total - 11 11 2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 11 16 27 located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 11 16 27 2013 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 9 18 27 located Students from other states of India NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 9 18 27
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2014 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 14 42 56 located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 14 42 56 28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinatios such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl Name Course/Courses Qualifying exam No studied in the institution 1 Biswajit Roy B.Sc TET 2 Deepti Roy BSc BSc Teacher in Govt. School 3 Motilal Barman BSc Army Major
29. Student progression Student progression UG Against % Enrolled 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG - - - - UG to B.Ed - - - - 30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Lecture Halls Major lecture Room-01 General lecture Room-01
Laboratories & Department- 01+01=02 Chemical Store Room-01 (a) Departmental Library: There is a departmental library with120 numbers of books (b) Computer facilities for students and teachers: Nil (c) Laboratory equipments: Binocular Microscope, Muffle furnace, Autoclave, Compound and simple Microscopes, portable equipment for distilled water preparation. (d) Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : Nil
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31. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/ workshops/ seminars) with external expert. 32. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 33. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Students of I, III & V semester are to go for educational tours and prepare projects as per the syllabus of the GU and they take such topics which are related to environment, health, silviculture etc. 34. SWOC analysis of department and future plans: Strengths facilities for theory and practical classes Regular classes are held in the department to ensure syllabus completion Most of the books referred in the syllabus are made available in the department library. Weaknesses Lack of adequate teaching staff Majority of the students are of average level. Teachers have to work hard to bring them up at par with others Lack of infrastructure, instruments and equipments after the introduction of new courses in the syllabus Opportunities Poor students of the area can avail science education with minimum cost.
Challenges Students are of medium standard in their education, so the teacher has to work very hard to build their career. Finance is a problem for acquiring equipments for practical classes. Hence it is a challenge for the department. Faculties in the department were not receiving their minimum honorarium for long time, which was a challenge for sustenance.
Future plans More teachers to be appointed. Internet connection to provide access to resources related to subject. To conduct extension education programmes to make the people aware in science education. Plan to carry out minor research projects in the department.
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DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY
1. Name of the Department : Chemistry 2. Year of Establishment :1997 3. Name of Programmes offered : B.Sc. 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.(Sc) Annual system ii. B.Sc. semester system 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor Nil Nil Selection Grade Nil Nil Asst. Professor Nil 1 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience Remarks in years Binay Kumar MSc.,BEd.,M. Asst. Prof. Inorganic 13 Basumatary Phil Chemistry Vacant - - - - Vacant - - - - Vacant - - - - 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) : 90:1 (UG)
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14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG: Teaching faculty Qualification Binay Kumar Basumatary MSc., M.Phil
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Faculty Int. Nat. Int. D Chap. In Books Cit. Imp. Journal Journal base Books With Index factor ISBN Binay Kumar ------Basumatary 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards
(a) Binay Kumar Basumatary: Subject expert in PHE interview.
22. Student Projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in house projects including inter departmental/ programme: All Chemistry TDC-VI sem. (Major) UG students (100%) do their projects, as part of Gauhati University curriculum in our laboratory. 23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil
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26. Student profile programme/course wise: Year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass percentage Programme received for M F in Major/ Major/General General 2010 -11 UG 0/13 0/8 0/8 - 100 (Result of 2013 final) 2011 -12 UG 15/24 07/24 4/22 3/2 00/100 ( Result of 2014 final) 2012 -13 UG 20/55 16/52 14/47 2/5 - 2013 -14 UG 16/54 10/54 8/47 2/07 - 27. Diversity of students: 2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 5 35 40 located Students from other states of India 0 7 7 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 5 42 47
2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 5 75 80 located Students from other states of India - 10 10 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 5 85 90
2013 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 14 48 62 located Students from other states of India 22 22 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 14 70 84
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Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 12 70 82 located Students from other states of India - 08 08 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 12 78 90 28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinations such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defense services etc. – Sl . Name Course/Courses studied in Qualifying exam No the institution 01 Sudarshan Roy BSc. TET Exam 02 Nandita Basak BSc. TET Exam 03 Nisha Prasad BSc TET Exam 04 Liton Paul BSc Pursuing TET Exam 05 Papiya Kundu BSc. TET Exam 06 Ashok Kr. Chouhan BSc. TET Exam 07 Achaln Jajodia BSc. TET Exam 08 Biswajit Roy BSc. TET Exam 09 Salam Sk B.Sc TET Exam 10 Kalam Sk B.Sc TET Exam 11 Altaf Hussain B.Sc TET Exam 12 Mithun Minhaz B.Sc TET Exam 13 Bijay Kr. Roy B.Sc TET Exam
29. Student progression Student progression UG Against % Enrolled 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG - - - - UG to B.Ed - - - 2
30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Lecture Halls Major lecture Room-01 General lecture Room-01
Laboratories & Department- 01+01=02 Chemical Store Room-01 (a) Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 150 numbers of books
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(b) Computer facilities for students and teachers. (c) Laboratory equipments: Calorimeter, Polarimeter,Water & Soil Testing Kits , (d) Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : Nil 31. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external expert. 32. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 33. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Students of VI semester are to prepare projects as per the syllabus of the GU and they take such topics which are related to environment, health etc. 34. SWOC analysis of department and future plans: Strengths Adequate facilities for theory and practical classes Regular classes are held in the department to ensure syllabus completion Most of the books referred in the syllabus are made available in the department library. Weaknesses Lack of adequate teaching staff Majority of the students are of average level. Teacher has to work hard to bring them up at par with others Students from outside the state face language problem as the medium of instruction in the department is English for major students Lack of instruments and equipments after the introduction of new courses in the syllabus Opportunities Poor students of the area can avail science education with minimum cost.
Challenges Students are of medium standard in their education, so the teacher has to work very hard to build their career. Finance is a problem for acquiring chemicals for practical classes. Hence it is a challenge for the department.
Future plans More teachers to be appointed.
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Internet connection to provide access to resources related to subject.
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DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS
1. Name of the Department : Mathematics 2. Year of Establishment :1995 3. Name of Programmes offered : B.Sc./BA. 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.(Sc) and Arts Annual system ii. B.Sc./BA semester system 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor Nil Nil Selection Grade Nil Nil Asst. Professor 1 1 Asst. Professor - 2 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience Remarks in years Manoj Kr.Sah MSc., Asst. Prof. Relativity, 13 M. Phil Fluid Dynamics Santanu MSc., Asst. Prof Applied 9 Narzary M. Phil Satya Ranjan MSc., Asst. Prof Modern 8 Pradhani M. Phil Algebra, Topology 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
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12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) 18:1 (UG) 14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG: Teaching faculty Qualification Manoj Kr.Sah MSc., M. Phil Santanu Narzary MSc., M. Phil Satya Ranjan Pradhani MSc., M. Phil 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Faculty Int. Nat. Int. D Chap. Books Cit. Imp. Journal Journal base In With Index factor Books ISBN Manoj Kr.Sah ------Santanu Narzary ------Satya Ranjan ------Pradhani 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards : Nil 22. Student Projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in house projects including inter departmental/ programme: All Mathematics TDC-VI sem. (Major) UG students (100%) do their projects, as part of Gauhati University curriculum in our laboratory.
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23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass percentage Programme received for M F in Major/General Major/General 2010 -11 UG 8/22 6/22 4/19 2/3 100/100 (Result of 2013 final) 2011 -12 UG 4/32 2/32 2/27 0/5 67 (Result of 2014 final) 2012 -13 UG 7/29 4/29 4/29 0/0 - 2013 -14 UG 9/29 7/29 6/27 1/2 - 27. Diversity of students: 2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 09 31 40 located Students from other states of India 0 8 8 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 9 39 48 2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 07 36 43 located Students from other states of India - 6 6 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 7 42 49 2013 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 7 35 42 located Students from other states of India - 12 12 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 7 47 54
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2014 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college is 5 41 46 located Students from other states of India - 07 07 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 5 48 53 28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinatios such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl. Name Course/Courses Qualifying exam No studied in the institution 01 Sudarshan Roy BSc. TET Exam 02 Nandita Basak BSc. TET Exam 03 Nisha Prasad BSc TET Exam 04 Liton Paul BSc Pursuing TET Exam 05 Papiya Kundu BSc. TET Exam 06 Ashok Kr. Chouhan BSc. TET Exam 07 Achaln Jajodia BSc. TET Exam 08 Biwajit Roy BSc. TET Exam 09 Salam Sk B.Sc TET Exam 10 Kalam Sk B.Sc TET Exam 11 Altaf Hussain B.Sc TET Exam 12 Mithun Minhaz B.Sc TET Exam 29. Student progression Student progression UG Number of students 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG 2 - 2 2 UG to B.Ed - - 2 - 30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Lecture Halls Major lecture Room-01 General lecture Room-01 Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 117 numbers of books Computer facilities for students and teachers 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : Nil
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32. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external expert.: Nil 33. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 34. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Students of VI semester are to prepare projects as per the syllabus of the GU and they take such topics which are related to physics/ engineering. 35. SWOC analysis of department and future plans: Strengths Adequate facilities for theory classes Regular classes are held in the department to ensure syllabus completion Most of the books referred in the syllabus are made available in the department library. Weaknesses Majority of the students are of average level. Teachers have to work hard to bring them up at par with others Students from outside the state face language problem as the medium of instruction in the department is English for major students Lack of computer lab Opportunities Poor students of the area can avail science education with minimum cost.
Challenges Students are of medium standard in their education, so the teachers have to work very hard to build their career.
Future plans One more teacher to be appointed. Internet connection to provide access to resources related to subject.
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DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
1. Name of the Department : Physics 2. Year of Establishment :1997 3. Name of Programmes offered : B.Sc. 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.(Sc) ii. B.Sc. 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor Nil Nil Selection Grade Nil Nil Asst. Professor 2 1 Asst. Professor - 2 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience Remarks in years Manash MSc., Asst. Prof. Spectroscopy 16 Barman M. Phil Mwkthang MSc., Asst. Prof Condensed 7 Brahma M. Phil Matter Physics Santanu sen MSc., Asst. Prof Condensed - matter Physics 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
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12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) 18:1 (UG) 14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG: Teaching faculty Qualification Manash Barman MSc., M. Phil Mwkthang Brahma MSc., M. Phil Santanu sen MSc., 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Int. Nat. Int. D Chap. In Books Cit. Imp. Faculty Journal Journal base Books With Index factor ISBN Manash ------Barman Mwkthang ------Brahma Santanu sen ------20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards : Nil 22. Student Projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in house projects including inter departmental/ programme:
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All Physics TDC-VI sem. (Major) UG students (100%) do their projects, as part of Gauhati University curriculum in our laboratory. 23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pass percentage Programme received for M F in Major/ Major/General General 2010 -11 UG 0/22 0/22 0/19 0/3 0/75 (Result of 2013 final) 2011 -12 UG 9/32 2/32 2/27 0/5 67 (Result of 2014 final) 2012 -13 UG 7/29 4/29 4/29 0/0 - 2013 -14 UG 8/29 5/29 4/27 1/2 -
27. Diversity of students: 2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 09 31 40 college is located Students from other states of India 0 8 8 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 9 39 48 2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 07 36 43 college is located Students from other states of India - 6 6 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 7 42 49 2013 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 7 35 42 college is located
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Students from other states of India - 12 12 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 7 47 54 2014 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the 5 41 46 college is located Students from other states of India - 07 07 NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 5 48 53 28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinatios such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl . Name Course/Courses studied Qualifying exam No in the institution 01 Sudarshan Roy BSc. TET Exam 02 Nandita Basak BSc. TET Exam 03 Nisha Prasad BSc TET Exam 04 Liton Paul BSc Pursuing TET Exam 05 Papiya Kundu BSc. TET Exam 06 Ashok Kr. Chouhan BSc. TET Exam 07 Achaln Jajodia BSc. TET Exam 08 Biwajit Roy BSc. TET Exam 09 Salam Sk B.Sc TET Exam 10 Kalam Sk B.Sc TET Exam 11 Altaf Hussain B.Sc TET Exam 12 Mithun Minhaz B.Sc TET Exam 29. Student progression Student progression UG Number of students 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG - - 1 UG to B.Ed - - 2 - 30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Lecture Halls Major lecture Room-01 General lecture Room-01 Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 115 numbers of books Computer facilities for students and teachers.
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31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : Nil 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external expert.: Nil 33. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning: Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 34. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Students of VI semester are to prepare projects as per the syllabus of the GU and they take such topics which are related to physics/ engineering. 35. SWOC analysis of department and future plans:
Strengths Adequate facilities for theory and practical classes Regular classes are held in the department to ensure syllabus completion Most of the books referred in the syllabus are made available in the department library.
Weaknesses Majority of the students are of average level. Teachers have to work hard to bring them up at par with others Students from outside the state face language problem as the medium of instruction in the department is English for major students Lack of computer lab
Opportunities Poor students of the area can avail science education with minimum cost.
Challenges Students are of medium standard in their education, so the teachers have to work very hard to build their career.
Future plans One more teacher to be appointed.
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Internet connection to be provided to have access to resources related to subject.
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DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY
1. Name of the Department : Zoology 2. Year of Establishment :1997 3. Name of Programmes offered : B.Sc. 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved: Nil 5. Annual/semester/ choice based credit system ( programme wise): i. H.S.(Sc) Annual system ii. B.Sc. semester system 6. Participation of the Department in the courses offered by other Departments: Nil 7. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institution etc.: Nil 8. Details of course programmes discontinued(if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: Sanctioned Filled Professor Nil Nil Associate Professor Nil Nil Selection Grade Nil Nil Asst. Professor 2 2 Asst. Professor - 1 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (M.A.,M.Phil, Ph.D, etc,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience Remarks in years Dr. Niranjan MSc.,Ph.D., Asst. Prof. Entomology 17 Kr. Brahma B.Ed. Rajib Dutta M.Sc Asst. Prof. Cell Biology 16 Daud Ch Baro M.Sc, M.Phil Asst. Prof Fish and 8 fishery Biology 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil
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13. Student-Teacher ratio (programme wise) : 19:1 (UG) 14. Number of academic support staff(Technical) and Administrative staff sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualification of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil/PG: Teaching faculty Qualification Dr. Niranjan Kr. Brahma MSc.,Ph.D., B.Ed. Rajib Dutta M.Sc Daud Ch Baro M.Sc. M.Phil. 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from (a) National (b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST; FIST; UGC;DBT;ICSSR etc and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/ facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publication per faculty: Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/ international) by faculty and students: Name of Int. Nat. Int. D Chap. In Books Cit. Imp. Faculty Journal Journal base Books With Index factor ISBN Dr. Niranjan ------Kr. Brahma Rajib Dutta ------Daud Ch 1 1 - - - - - Baro 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National Committees b) International Committee c) Editorial Boards Dr.Niranjan Kr. Brahma: Rajib Dutta: Daud Ch. Baro: life member in THE CLARION, a multi disciplinary international journal. 22. Student Projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in house projects including inter departmental/ programme: all Zoology TDC-VI sem. (Major) UG students (100%) do their projects, as part of Gauhati University curriculum in our laboratory.
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23. Awards/ Recognition received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academician and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil 25. Seminar/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Year Name of the Application Selected Enrolled Pas s percentage Programme received for M F in Major/ Major/General General 2010 -11 UG 2/11 2/9 2/9 0 100% in 2013 final exam 2011 -12 UG 12/19 11/16 6/10 5/6 100% in 2014 final exam 2012 -13 UG 13/24 9/18 7/14 2/4 - 2013 -14 UG 16/40 9/17 7/15 2/2 - 27. Diversity of students: 2011 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 0 11 11 is located Students from other states of India - - - NRI students - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total - 11 11 2012 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 11 16 27 is located Students from other states of India NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 11 16 27 2013 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 9 18 27 is located Students from other states of India NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 9 18 27
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2014 Female Male Total Student from the same state where the college 14 42 56 is located Students from other states of India NRI students - - - Other overseas students - - - Grand total 14 42 56 28. How many students have cleared National and State competitive examinations such as NET/SLET/GATE/Civil service/defence services etc. – Sl . Name Course/Courses studied Qualifying exam No in the institution 1 Bijay Kr. Roy BSc. TET Exam 2 Deepti Roy BSc BSc Teacher in Govt. School 29. Student progression Student progression UG Against % enrolled 2011 2012 2013 2014 UG to PG - - - - UG to B.Ed - - - - 30. Details of infrastructural facilities: Lecture Halls Major lecture Room-01 General lecture Room-01 Laboratories & Department- 01+01=02 Chemical Store Room: Attached with department Departmental Library: there is a departmental library with 150 numbers of books Computer facilities for students and teachers. Laboratory equipments: Calorimeter, Polarimeter,Water & Soil Testing Kits 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, from university, government and other agencies : Nil 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (Special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external expert.
33. Teaching method adopted to improve student learning:
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Assignment, departmental seminar, class tests etc. are the various methods followed by the faculty. 34. Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Students of VI semester are to prepare projects as per the syllabus of the GU and they take such topics which are related to environment, health etc. 35. SWOC analysis of department and future plans:
Strengths Qualified, enthusiastic teachers with goal to face any eventualities relating to standard teaching Good student enrolment with high demand for teaching profession in life science Good student teacher ratio and good co-ordination.
Weaknesses Deficient in physical infrastructure, library books, laboratory facilities. Poor regulation due to prevailing socio-political scenario. Lack of financial and administrative autonomy to the department.
Opportunities Unsaturated demand for life science graduate in the state’s education Low focus on local trade related course like sericulture, fishery, poultry et. Assam can become a bloom on organic farming Low focus on research activities of life science in the region.
Challenges To attain qualified in teaching with high standard. To ensure meaningful student support To continue to conduct research and innovative so as to quench one’s thrust for challenge. To be equipped to face increasing competition and career security.
Future plans To widen assess and enhance quality of teaching with modern tools and techniques. To produce degree holders with high employability on academic rural base trade.
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To improve academic standard with innovative attitude and popularise research activities in the department.
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5. POST ACCREDITATION INITIATIVES
The NAAC Peer team which assessed and accredited Gossaigaon College, Gossaigaon in 2004 (First Cycle) made the following suggestions to enhance the performance of the college and sustain the quality of education.
Steps taken by the institution during the post accreditation period are given below-
Prepare a comprehensive short term and long term plan for the development of the college taking students and regional needs in to account with help of professional agency.
The institution strives for academic excellence through imparting quality education by adopting innovative and best practice. To achieve this goal, the institution has been taking initiative to open computer science, Biotechnology, IGNOU centre, BBA and other allied courses within the ambit of curriculum content of Gauhati University; which are affordable to the local students and feasible for creating man power and human resource (skills) in this rural area.
The college, being premier institution of higher education within the entire sub-division has a long and cherished vision for introducing PG course preferably both in the Arts and Science streams and to carry out intensive research and extension activities in the teaching learning process conveniently by developing its existing infrastructural facility with a view to fulfill needs and aspirations of the society.
It has an endeavour to create a spirit of self reliance among the aspiring students with maximum utilization of their skills and techniques acquired by introducing ‘food technology’ and carrying out project under various govt. agencies and thereby mobilizing the resources available within surrounding localities and tie-up the finding with reputed industries, professional agencies and entrepreneur.
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Prepare a comprehensive short term and long term plan for development of the college taking students and regional needs into accounts with the help of professional agencies.
The college needs persistent drive to popularize teaching and research in order to show better result at the university examinations. Senior teachers have to motivate young teachers to go for higher degrees and innovative teaching.
The college is trying its best to provide quality education to the students and it has been proved with the academic achievement of the students in the university examinations during the last few years. The efforts of the teaching faculty in imparting quality education has bore fruits as many of our students have been able to qualify in some of the competitive examinations such as Banking, NET, SLET, TET etc. apart from getting seats in various universities for pursuing Post Graduate courses. The encouragement shown by the senior faculty members to young teachers of the college for pursuing higher studies has also added crowns to the institution as many of the faculty members have been awarded with M.Phil and Ph.D. degrees in the last couple of years.
Working hours in the library may be increased to encourage more students to use the facilities.
The library hours have been increased and the institution is making all its efforts to computerize the library. Three computers with internet connection, printers and reprography facilities are provided. The library remains open from 9.00 AM to 4.00PM on all working days except on Sundays.
Computer training facilities should be extended to all categories of staff and students.
The college has a computer centre which has helped the staff of all categories to learn computer including students.
Each teaching department to be provided with a computer.
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The college has made all its efforts to provide computer to every department for facilitating the faculties and the students to learn computer.
Small project works may be given to groups of students covering all students to enhance their learning experience.
The Gauhati University has incorporated in its syllabus a full paper in one of the semesters, which provided opportunities to the students to enhance their learning experience. Apart from that, the students are given exposure on field studies followed by preparation of report on the problems taken up by the students for the study.
Books issued to the students may not be withdrawn before the completion of examinations.
The college library has not been able to implement the suggestion instead students can borrow books from the library for a week and return the same in time and get it reissued if he/she feels it necessary.
Though the campus is well maintained, it needs plantation programme to justify construction of a boundary wall.
The construction of boundary wall is under process and it could not be completed in time due to paucity of funds. Plantation programmes were taken up on many occasions but the seedlings planted could not be saved due to absence of boundary wall. Now it has been planned to carry out plantation programmes in the college after the completion of the wall.
To improve spoken/ communicative skill in English at least two classes per week be provided in the time table.
The suggestion made by the Peer team in regards to inclusion of spoken English in the college time table could not be implemented instead it arranged communication skill classes for students from time to time.
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The management may explore the possibility of substituting science with commerce faculty, which is quite market friendly at present and for which there is no provision in the neighbouring colleges
Establish an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) The IQAC cell has been established to monitor the management of the academic performance and enhancement of quality assurance of the stakeholders.
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6. DECLARATION BY THE HEAD OF THE INSTITUTION
OFFICE OF THE PRINCIPAL GOSSAIGAON COLLEGE, GOSSAIGAON From, P.O.:-Gossaigaon, Pin-783360 Dr. Nirjay Kr. Brahma, M.A. Ph.D. Dist.:-Kokrajhar, BTAD (Assam), Principal, Phone:- 03669-220151 (O) Gossaigaon College, +91 9864671265 (M) Gossaigaon Fax:- 03669-220151 E-mail:- [email protected] [email protected] Website: www.gossaigaoncollege.org Memo No GC: /2014-2015/ Date:
To, The Director, National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) PO Box No. 1075 Bangalore: 560072
Sir, I certify that the data included in this Self-Study Report (SSR) are true to the best of my knowledge.
This SSR is prepared by the institution after internal discussions, and no part thereof has been outsourced.
I am aware that the Peer team will validate the information provided in this SSR during the peer team visit.
Sd/- (Dr. Nirjay Kr. Brahma) Principal, Gossaigaon College, Gossaigaon Place: Gossaigaon College Date:
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