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To The Director, National Assessment and Accreditation Council, Bengaluru
Subject : Intimation Regarding Uploading of SSR on Website . Date : 25/11/2014
Dear Sir,
We hereby intimate that the Self Study Report of Hojai College, Hojai , Assam for the 2nd Cycle Accreditation is uploaded on our website with the following details :
Sr. No. Particulars
1. Name of Institution Hojai College
2. Head of Institution Dr. Biman Kumar Bhatta
3. Contact Mobile No. 9435068618
4. Coordinator Mr. Rabindra Kumar Rath
5. Contact Mobile No. 9435168524
6. Track ID ASCOGN 11969
7. Website www.hojaicollege.org
8. Date of Uploading SSR : 25th November 2014
9. Web link showing SSR :http://hojaicollege.org/SSRNAACHC.pdf
With regards.
Yours truly,
Dr. Biman Kumar Bhatta Principal, Hojai College, Hojai ; Assam-782435.
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To The Director, National Assessment and Accreditation Council, Bengaluru
Date: 25/11/2014 From Dr. Biman Kumar Bhatta Principal , Hojai College, Hojai-782435 ; Assam
Subject : Uploading the Soft Copy of the Self Study Report ( SSR) of Hojai College for 2nd Cycle NAAC Accreditation on our college website www.hojaicollege.org.
Ref.: NAAC/E&NE/HKA/CYCLE-2/RAR/ASCOGN11969/2014 dated 25-06-2014
TRACK ID : ASCOGN11969
Sir, With reference to our LOI submission on 29th May 2014 , we are glad to inform you that the Self Study Report -2014 of our college is uploaded on our official website www.hojaicollege.org for 2nd Cycle Accreditation. This report reflects the entire gamut of activities of the IQAC during the period 2009 – 14.
In continuation of the accreditation process 5 number of hard copies of the SSR will be submitted in the month of December as per NAAC guideline.
For any further clarification you may please contact Mr. Rabindra Kumar Rath ( English Department) , IQAC coordinator, whose contact number is 9435168524 and email ID [email protected].
This is for your kind information.
With regards.
Yours sincerely,
Dr. Biman Kumar Bhatta Principal Hojai College, Hojai-Assam.
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Certificate of Compliance
This is to certify that Hojai College fulfils all norms
1. Stipulated by the affiliating university 2. Regulating Council / Body ( such as UGC) and 3. The affiliation and regulation (Gauhati University) is valid as on date.
In case the affiliation / recognition is conditional, then a detailed enclosure with regard to compliance conditions of the institution will be sent.
It is noted that NAAC’s accreditation, if granted shall stand cancelled automatically, once the institution loses its university affiliation or recognition by the regulatory council, as the case may be.
In case the undertaking submitted by the institution is found to be false then the accreditation given by NAAC is liable to be withdrawn. It is also agreeable that the undertaking given to NAAC will be displayed on the college website.
Date : 25th November 2014 (Dr. Biman Kumar Bhatta) Place : Hojai Principal Hojai College.
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INDEX
SR. NO. CONTENTS PAGE NO.
1 PREFACE 6
2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 8
3 SWOC ANALYSIS OF THE INSTITUTION 27
4 PROFILE OF THE COLLEGE 30
5 CRITERION I – CURRICULAR ASPECTS 43
CRITERION II – TEACHING-LEARNING AND 57 6 EVALUATION CRITERION III – RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY 77 7 AND EXTENSION
CRITERION IV – INFRASTRUCTURE AND 96 8 LEARNING RESOURCES
CRITERION V – STUDENT SUPPORT 111 9 AND PROGRESSION
CRITERION VI – GOVERNANCE , LEADERSHIP 121 10 AND MANAGEMENT
CRITERION VII – INNOVATIONS AND BEST 139 11 PRACTICES
12 EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENTS 144
13 POST ACCREDITATION INITIATIVES 242
14 DECLARATION 245
15 ABBREVIATIONS 249
16 ANNEXURES 250
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PREFACE
Hojai College has carved out a niche for itself as one of the prestigious institutions of higher learning in the southern part of Nagaon district of Assam. It has come a long way since the sixties of the last century when the need of a college at Hojai was acutely felt. For a small township of marginal traders in the predominantly agrarian belt of southern Nagaon bordering the tribal heartland of Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao , the establishment of the college was nothing less than heralding a new dawn in the intellectual life of the populace. 11th July 1964 will go down in the history of Hojai as a landmark. On this day Hojai College was established. With only 126 students in the Pre-University (P.U.) 1st Year Class, Hojai College embarked on its journey to the future. Thanks to the relentless efforts of a select band of far-sighted citizens as well as the good will and support of the people of Hojai, the initial hurdles were surmounted and the college gradually grew in to a multi-faculty co-educational institution with 2500 students at present. Affiliated to Gauhati University and recognised by the UGC under 2(f) and 12(B) of UGC Act, Hojai College is now a provincialised college under the Government of Assam. The college is on its 50th year and basking in the glory of celebrating one of its proudest and happiest moments – its Golden Jubilee celebrations.
Since its inception this college has been guided by the concept of excellence in academic and co-curricular aspects . During the last 50 years this institution has promoted the cause of collegiate education while inspiring its alumni to inculcate the virtues of tolerance and understanding. Catholicism of spirit, sensitiveness of soul, mutual respect and appreciation of goodness are the four basic mantras which we try to teach our students as the pre-requisites for acquiring knowledge and conducting themselves successfully in the affairs of the world.
The more pragmatic aspect of career building and academic success are stressed and our competent and dedicated teachers are leaving no stone unturned in providing quality, value-based and career oriented education to the students of this predominantly rural and agriculture based locality in order to make them partners in social progress and nation building. Our teachers adopt innovative teaching practices like increased participation of students during theory sessions, assignments, personal counselling including guidance for various competitions, in-house projects and seminar presentations etc.
Being a co-education institution we have been constantly impressing upon the students to create a culture of respect for women and to recognize the worth and potential of women.
With financial assistance and guidance from the UGC , curricular guidance from Gauhati University , administrative control of the government of Assam and encouraged by the quality building and quality sustenance measures of NAAC , our college has been trying its best to improve the quality of education and thus empower our youth and especially our girl students in making our democracy meaningful in all aspects of life.
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The IQAC of the college with active assistance from the Principal , the Governing Body , the teaching as well as the non-teaching staff has been making constant and concerted effort to bring about a qualitative improvement in the campus experience. The accreditation process has acted as a catalyst to galvanise all the stake holders towards the need for building up quality and sustain it and also to enhance it .
Our college was accredited by NAAC in the academic year 2004-05 with “B” Grade. We should have gone for reaccreditation in 2009 but because of certain unfortunate circumstances leading to the suspension and dismissal of the then Principal of the college , the process got stuck up . However, it is history now and the college is once again back on track and picking up momentum. We have applied for re-accreditation (2nd Cycle) and this has given us a golden opportunity to showcase our achievements and at the same time to discover areas where we need to lay greater emphasis in our endeavour to cater to the needs and aspirations of the ever growing students community.
Dr. Biman Kumar Bhatta
Principal.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Hojai College is a premier institution of higher education in the Hojai sub-division of Nagaon district in Assam. Established in 1964, the college is on its 50th year and brisk preparations are afoot to celebrate the closing function of the Golden Jubilee in a befitting manner.
Once known as the granary of Assam for its extensive paddy cultivation, Hojai is gradually transforming into a small urban centre owing to the general trend of modernisation in our present times. From the population and cultural standpoint Hojai is a melting pot where diverse communities and cultures are assimilated and the resultant outlook and character is one of cosmopolitanism. In Assam it is considered a minority dominated area as the population is predominantly Bengali and Muslims but there are sizeable pockets of Dimashas and Karbis, Assamese, Manipuris, Hindi speaking people and ex-tea garden workers. In fact, the word “Hojai” is of Dimasha origin and historical record shows that this tribe once had their kingdom spread over Hojai and its contiguous areas.
The social background of this region relies on small income through agriculture and petty business . Most of the students of Hojai are economically weak and poor and keeping this in mind the college authorities plan their admission policy and fee structure to offer higher education to the aspiring youth from the poorer section of the region at an affordable cost. About 70% of the students belong to the category of first and second generation learners. This unique social background provides a strong motivating urge to the students and their parents to pursue higher education at any cost. For the students of this sub-division, as also for those in the bordering tribal districts of Karbi-Anglong and Dima Hasao, this college has become the preferred destination for higher studies. Adhering to the basic vision and objective
Hojai College offers undergraduate programmes in BA, B.Sc and B.Com and the medium of instruction is English and Assamese. From the 2011 academic session the College switched over to the Semester System. The college is affiliated to Gauhati University and follows the UG curriculum prescribed by the affiliating university. At present the college has 18 UG departments with 2900 students, 76 members in the teaching staff, 37 non-teaching, technical and supportive staff on its roll.
Established in 1964 , the college came under deficit grant-in-aid in the year 1972 and obtained affiliation from Gauhati university in the academic year 1966-67. It got UGC recognition under 2(f) in the year 1970 and came under 12(B) automatically to be eligible for central assistance. The College came under the Assam Government College Provincialisation Act in 2004.
Till 1989 the college had only Arts stream and a single subject Commerce department. Science stream was introduced in 1987 and became eligible for government
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sanction in 1998. More departments in Commerce like Management and Accountancy came up in around the same time. Statistics as a subject was introduced in 1996.
Adhering to our basic vision and objective of making higher education accessible to those who find it difficult to pursue regular academic programmes, study centres under distance and open learning mode were set up in the college to augment and facilitate learning.
Under IDOL (Institute of Distance and Open Learning) of Gauhati University the college has a study centre and since its inception in 2012,the centre is working in conformity with IDOL’s objective to ensure the opportunity to pursue quality higher education to the large number of students who otherwise are not able to draw benefit from the conventional system due to various factors like limited number of seats in the Post Graduate classes, livelihood compulsion etc.
GU IDOL is the only institution in the country to offer Post Graduate courses in five 8th Schedule languages viz Sanskrit, Assamese, Bengali, Nepali and Bodo along with arts, science and commerce subjects. Apart from self learning materials and counseling services, GU IDOL aims to maximize learning opportunities and the first E – learning portal of the North East India, www.bodhidroom.idolgu.org, developed by GU IDOL and Radio Luit, the Community Radio Centre are latest modes in student support services. With the commitment to ensure quality education to the masses, GU IDOL has also launched undergraduate programmes (Arts and Commerce general courses) from the academic session 2011 – 2012. So far 898 students have been enrolled for the PG classes in various subjects during the last three sessions and 164 students have been enrolled in the UG classes.
The first batch students have appeared in the PG final examination on July, 2014. The result is not yet declared.
Under the Convergence scheme of IGNOU a study centre was established in Hojai College in 2008 and it ran till 2013. Now the study centre has become dysfunctional owing to a review decision by IGNOU about “convergence scheme” in general but efforts are on to have a regular IGNOU study centre. Officials of IGNOU Regional Centre, Jorhat visited our college recently and we expect to have an IGNOU centre soon. During the period from 2008 to 2013 about 900 students were admitted to the open learning course out of which 400 were in the B.A Course, 150 in the M.A. Course and 350 were in the Bachelor Preparatory programme. About 75% of the students passed out successfully . Apart from these courses there were students in Diploma and Certificate courses like PGDRD (Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development and CTE (Certficate in Teaching of English).
Under both IDOL and IGNOU around 2000 students were enrolled during the last five years and under the able guidance of our faculty members a good many candidates completed their studies successfully.
The college has a sprawling eco-friendly campus with 9 blocks housing class rooms , halls, laboratories, library, Gym, office and Boys’ common room
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With a total built up area of 50,000 sq.ft there are 33 class rooms, 18 staff rooms 5 UG laboratories, a central library, a gym and a boys’ common room. The college has separate quarters for night guards.
The college has reputed alumni who are occupying important positions in the government and other areas of social life.
The performance appraisal of the college is summarised below :
Criterion : 1 - Curricular Aspects
As displayed in the college logo the motto of the college is “ Tamaso ma Jyortir Gamaya” – lead us from darkness to light. Only knowledge can illuminate our mind and dispel the darkness of ignorance . In our times education is a great empowering agency. Hojai College has always put priority on empowering rural youth through value based quality education.
Curriculum Planning and Implementation
The college is affiliated to Gauhati University and follows the curriculum prescribed by the university. Even though the curriculum is developed by the affiliating university, the faculty members take up the responsibility to implement the curriculum so as to give the students the most out of it. The institution develops the action plan for the effective implementation of the curriculum.
The Teachers follow a teaching plan and execute it strictly. The syllabus is divided among the faculty according to their area of interest and specialisation and the teachers allot classes to complete the syllabus in a time-bound manner. Teachers maintain a log book where in a record of topics taught in every class.
The college offers three Under Graduate Programmes in the semester system.
B.A. : Assamese Lit. , Bengali Lit. , English Lit. , Hindi Lit. , Manipuri Lit, Economics , Education, History , Political Science, Statistics.
B.Sc : Physics , Chemistry , Mathematics , Botany , Zoology.
B.Com. : Commerce, Accountancy , Management
Project work and field visits are stressed as important part of curriculum which helps to develop leadership skills and competency of the students in addition to the acquisition of knowledge pertaining to the respective domain.
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Academic Flexibility
The college offers academic flexibility by allowing for a good number of choices in the combination of subjects in the undergraduate course . All necessary details about courses, combination of subjects, departments and faculty members, facilities, curriculum , teaching learning environment, co-curricular aspects and general rules and regulations of the college are conveyed to the admission seekers in the prospectus which is updated and printed every year.
For the students of Science and Commerce Communicative English and Business Communication provides the much needed help in acquiring good communicative skill in English.
Environmental studies is compulsory for all the students in the three streams and the project work on Environment Studies brings the students closer to environmental issues and helps create awareness about creating and maintaining an eco-friendly environment.
Some of our faculty members are nominated by the affiliating university on its Syllabus and Research committees and they have made valuable contribution by suggesting incorporation of appropriate components in the syllabus. Other faculties who are not members also put forward their views and suggestions to the affiliating university on academic matters and curricular design.
Curriculum Enrichment
Apart from class room attendance the students are encouraged to participate in various extracurricular activities through NCC , NSS , Sports and departmental extension programmes which contribute to the overall personality development of the students.
Every year students of the Botany and Zoology departments are taken on field trips to forests and students of chemistry and Physics visit industries. Students of Chemistry, especially, undertake survey of water samples in the areas prone to arsenic contamination and educate the local people on measures to purify drinking water.
Some of our faculty helped the local youths, mainly ex-students of this college by providing free coaching for TET ( Teacher Eligibility Test) as a result of which a good number of candidates came out in flying colours and are now employed as teachers in various schools of the state.
The Teaching faculty is competent and well qualified with a good number having Ph.D /M.Phil or NET / SLET qualification. More and more in service teachers are
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evincing interest in research and publication. Their active participation in workshops, seminars and their interest in undertaking minor and major research projects has added to the vibrant academic atmosphere in the college. The teachers are engaged in curricular and co-curricular activities and thus command the love and respect of the students . The resultant effect of all these positive qualities has enhanced the reputation of the college and the phenomenal growth of students in the institution.
Teachers of the college and even the Principal attend workshops on curriculum development, syllabus revision and examination reforms conducted by the university and other affiliated colleges.
Feedback System : The college has a feedback mechanism to collect data from the students and these data are analysed by the departments as well as by the IQAC to know the views of the learners and appropriate measures are adopted to suit the need and expectation of the students. Feedback forms are distributed to the departments from where the students collect it and return the filled in forms within a week. Feedback from the alumni and the parents are also taken and analysed in the meeting of HODs and in the meeting of IQAC to take measures on the suggestions for betterment of the curricular and co-curricular activities.
Criterion : 2 - Teaching-Learning and Evaluation
The college adopts a fair and transparent policy in admission. In conformity with the norms stipulated by the government and Guwahati University in respect of intake capacity, reservation etc and taking in to account local needs and demands, the eligibility criteria is fixed and admission is given as per merit. The college plans and organises its teaching, learning and evaluation schedules by strictly following the instructions of the Directorate of Higher Education and the University Academic Calender.
Student Enrolment and Profile
Given below is the diversity of student demographics for the last five years. Session Total Enrolment Male Female SC&ST OBC 2009-10 1093 742 351 281 361 2010-11 1168 763 405 333 368 2011-12 1410 946 464 416 479 2012-13 1639 1097 542 565 579 2013-14 1894 1327 567 666 629 2014-15 2225 1519 706 779 770 (Current Session)
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Average Annual Growth in Student Enrolment : 24%
Average Annual Growth in Enrolment of SC/ST : 31%
Average Annual Growth in Student of OBC : 20%
Average Annual Growth in Student of Women : 23%
Catering to Student Diversity
The college is catering to the needs of higher education of the local community . For the SC/ST and OBC students remedial coaching under a UGC programme had yielded positive results. The departmental mentoring system has also helped the students to a large extent. Continued evaluation through internal assessment and sessional examinations are in force and the backward students are hugely benefitted.
As a majority of the students come from families of small and marginal farmers, artisans and petty businessmen and from the rural background and as a large percentage of students are from the tribal populace who have a free and leisurely attitude, they have limited scope to pursue self study and to manage resourceful study materials. To help them overcome these practical constraints the teachers take extra care to provide study material as well . A Book Bank under the Remedial Coaching Centre has become very helpful to the students belonging to SC ,ST , OBC , minority and tribal students.
Teaching-Learning Process
The college maintains a student-centric atmosphere to facilitate learning and to achieve the desired outcome. An interactive and participatory approach is adopted by the teachers to generate interest in the students for greater involvement in the classes. Availability of computers and internet connectivity to the student and proper guidance and suggestions by the teachers has not only facilitated access to study materials but has also taught the students to explore their areas of interest independently.
The self appraisal system for faculty members and strict compliance to teaching plans and selective use of lesson plans coupled with feedback from students make the teachers remain updated on the latest research on their subjects and thus prepare themselves to engage their students in fruitful and intellectually stimulating exercises.
Special lectures and talks are arranged at regular intervals by inviting resource persons from the universities and research institutions.
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The College has its academic calandar modelled on the university academic Calendar and HODs and the principal supervise as to whether the teaching plan is adhered to properly or not and whether courses are progressing as planned. If needed extra classes are engaged by teachers to finish the course and thus instil confidence among the students to write their final examination papers.
Library acquires books every year on the recommendation of the HODs as well as on the suggestions of the faculty members. The Library Committee allocates fund to each department every year from the college fund as well as from the UGC grants. The library is connected to the network resource through INFLIBNET and the faculty members have access to these resources.
Teacher Quality
The college strictly follows the UGC guideline as well as that of the Director of Higher Education, Assam, in the selection and appointment of teachers. Only NET /SLET qualified and M.Phil/Ph.D holders are appointed as per the existing selection process.
In-service teachers are encouraged to attend Orientation / Refresher courses , national and international seminars and workshops . Teachers are also encouraged to go for Minor and Major research projects and are constantly reminded to maintain quality in their research and to complete their project within the allotted time.
5 teachers have been awarded Ph.D during the report period and six more teachers are pursuing Ph.D. research at present. Three National Seminars , three state level workshops and three talks by eminent academics have also been conducted during the report period.
Almost all the teachers have personal laptop or desktop computer with internet connectivity and they use resources from the internet to augment their knowledge and to access knowledge resources.
Evaluation Process and Reforms
The college has an Examination Board constituted by the principal in consultation with the Hojai College Teachers’ Association. The board consists of senior as well as junior faculty members and they are responsible for scheduling and conducting the internal examinations and maintaining the all records like marks , answer scripts and question papers etc as per the university guideline. The schedule of examinations is published well in advance by the examination board to give sufficient time to the
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students for preparation. The Same board also conducts the final semester examinations and looks after the proper dispatch of the answer scripts to the zones.
The college follows the evaluation pattern as per the university guideline with 20% of marks for internal assessment and 80% for final term end semester examination in theory papers with a total mark of 100. For papers with full marks of 75 internal examination carries 15 marks and final term end semester carries 60 marks. In science subjects 40% of marks are for practical and 60% for theory.
Evaluated answer scripts of the internal examination are kept in the department and marks are entered in the departmental record book and also sent to the university.
Students are allowed to see their evaluated scripts and thus given the opportunity to rectify the mistakes if any in the final examination.
The College is selected as an examination evaluation zone by Gauhati university for Major subjects in Arts and evaluation is done here by the experienced college faculty and also by the faculty of nearby colleges. Timely completion of term end semester paper evaluation and conduct of internal examination are done in such a systematic manner that normal classes in the college are not affected .
Student Performance and Learning Outcomes
The result shows a consistently improving trend. A good number of students qualify for admission to the post graduate courses in the four universities of the state and outside the state too. The selection of many of our students in the TET examinations for appointment as teachers in primary, secondary and high schools clearly reflect the positive learning outcome . Many students of this college have made a mark in the competitive examinations at various levels.
Learning objectives are stated in the syllabi and care is taken to achieve these objectives. Examination results are monitored closely and students of Major courses are advised through their mentors in the department as to how to improve and show a better result.
Criterion : 3 - Research , Consultancy and Extension.
Promotion of Research
Teaching, research and extension are the three major pillars of higher education. Keeping this in mind the college endeavours to promote a research culture among the faculty and to certain extent among the students also. Teachers are encouraged to take up research projects. Both minor and major research projects funded by the UGC
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and other agencies are being undertaken enthusiastically by the teachers. Being an undergraduate college scope for research is limited for the students but we encourage the advanced students to take up project work, assignments , contributing articles in the college magazine and other periodicals , wall magazines and opening individual blog sites.
During the last five years 6 teachers have been awarded Ph. D and 15 number of minor research projects have been successfully completed and one Major Research Project is in progress. Five faculty members are Ph.D guides.
Resource Mobilization for Research
The college facilitates research by providing all possible help to the teachers like approving names to the funding agencies like UGC and other government as well as private agencies. A research cell is active in the college with Dr. Kalyan Mukherjee, one of the senior most faculties of the commerce department at the helm. This research cell provides counselling and mobilises resources to augment research work.
15 Minor research projects have been completed during the last five years and 1 major research projects is currently in progress and 1 more Major Project awaits approval from the funding agency. A total amount of Rs. 14,64,500/- was utilized for research from various sources, mainly from UGC , during the period from 2009 to 2013.
24 articles in peer review journals, 33 articles in non-peer review journals and 46 conference proceedings have been published during the last five years.
Research Facilities
The college has duly constituted research committee to monitor and address the issue of research. Time and again members of this committee meet different departments/faculties to inspire/motivate research related activities and in fact this exercise has resulted to a positive effect. Good number of faculties have registered their names under Ph.D programme and publications of research papers.
The college has recognized research centre of various Universities in addition to the home University. Institute’s faculties have been performing Ph.D. supervisory works under different Universities like Gauhati University, K. K. Handique Statge Open University, M. G. University, Kaziranga University.
To make timely available and release of recourses on recommendation of the research of the research cell, research proposals are dispatched to the concerning section of UGC for early disposals and at the same time; the amount so sanctioned for the
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research works are released to the beneficiary, as per the UGC guidelines.
3 National Seminars were organised by the college during the last two academic sessions.
With around 25,000 text books, 600 reference books and 19 journal subscriptions in the Library and with INFLIBNET access to innumerable e-books and e-journals the library facility is satisfactory.
Research Publications and Awards
About 60 papers have been presented by faculty members in international, National and state level seminars, symposia and workshops during the last four years.
40 research articles have been published in international / national journals by the faculty members with impact factor ranging from 1 -5 during the last four years.
Consultancy
Some faculty members of the college provide honorary consultancy to industry and NGOs in areas related to their expertise and research. Dr K. Mukherjee of the Commerce Department is a consultant for SEBI other faculty members also provide consultancy to local NGOs.
Extension Activities and Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR)
The college conducts various extension and outreach programmes in the neighbourhood as part of its educational awareness programme and also to build a healthy and symbiotic relationship with the community outside. The following extension programmes were undertaken during the last few years. i) Under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Satyajit Kumar of the Chemistry department a survey was conducted in 15 villages under Hojai subdivision of Nagaon district on Flourosis disease which had hit newspaper headline and a furore was created in the Assam Legislative Assembly. The survey highlighted that nearly 80% of the population of these villages suffered from Flourosis disease which affects bones , teeth and nerves. The disease is caused by a high concentration of fluorides in drinking water. Dr Kumar had suggested that government should install water supply system and provide Flouride free, arsenic free water to the rural populace and had also suggested to the people to adopt immediate remedial measure by using potash alum and lime through precipitation process and to use Vitamin C also. ii) Dr. Sujit Ranjan Acharjee , Associate Prof. In the Department of Chemistry conducts popular talk programmes in the schools of the neighbourhood for the
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popularisation of science among school children and to generate a scientific attitude. iii) Mr Tapash saha of the Department of Mathematics, under the aegis of the Assam Academy of Mathematics conducted a Mathematics Olympiad for the school and college students and has been doing it continuously for 10 years. iv) The teachers of the college –Mr Pradip bagchi of Zoology , Mr R.K.Rath of English, Dr Satyajit Kumar of Chemistry, Mr Subhajit Chakraborty of Physics, Dr Sujit Ranjan Acharjee of Chemistry and Dr Manjit Saikia of Botany departments respectively imparted part-time coaching to hundreds of TET ( Teacher Eligibilty Test) candidates for two months at the Deshbandhu Vidyapith auditorium and at the Ravindra Vidyalaya . The result was noticeable when a good number of candidates qualified themselves in the TET examinations are now appointed in various schools. v) A Blood Donation camp was organised by the college in collaboration with the Assam Aids Control Society at the Ramkrishna Sebashram premises at Hojai on 13th May 2013. Students donated blood and created awareness about donating blood to save precious lives. vi) A Health awareness Camp with emphasis on mother-child health was organised in Kumrakatta village in collaboration with HAMM Hospital & Research Centre in August 2012. vii) Dr Utpal Phukan of the Department of Botany, who has an additional interest in Music composition and who is an accomplished musician and a computer savvy person encouraged tribal talents of Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao by composing music for their audio and video albums in his spare time. Even he has received an award, namely “Rangsina Sarpo” for Best Music Director of the year 2013 by the Department of Cultural Affairs of the Autonomous Hill District Council of Karbi Anglong for his creative extension activities. viii) Mr Debajit Baruah , a popular sports activist has encouraged popularisation of football among the youths of Hojai and its adjoining rural areas by organising matches in the local stadium and his organisational ability has been put to good use by the Hojai Sports Association where he devotes a little of his time beyond college hours. ix) Dr Abhijit kataky and Mrs Barnali Hazarika , Mrs Caroline Basumata and Mr Premsagar Prasad , all faculties of the college, by virtue of their association with “The Art of Living, Scout and Guide and NSS respectively have taken the students of the institution to remote rural locations and have ensured the involvement of the students in extension activities as part of our Institutional social responsibility. x) A science exhibition with the theme ‘Environment” was organised for the students of New Dawn English Academy at the initiative of Prof. Pradip Bagchi of the Zoology Department and other teaching staff of the college xi) Mr. R.K.Rath, Mr Rashid Ahmed, Mr. A.H.Choudhury and Mr Nazrul H. Barbhuyan -faculty members of the college extended help to the ANTSE , a talent
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search examination in the Northeast in which around 50,000 students participate in moderating the questions . xii) With a view to encouraging students for taking up adventure sports as one of their co-curricular activities, a three-day ‘Rock-climbing and River-crossing Training’ was organized jointly by Hojai College Unit of Bharat Scouts and Guides and Assam Mountaineering Association on 7th , 8th and 9th November at the Rohini Kumar Bhuyan Rock field in Guwahati behind the State Zoo at the initiative of Dr. Mrs. Caroline Basumata, Associate Professor in Zoology. A eleven- member team of Scouts and Guides (1 Advance Ranger leader, 3 Rangers and 7 Rovers) (Table 1) participated in this Programme. The instructors of AMA were: Mr. Dhruba Borah (Leader), Mr. Suresh Boro (Asst. Leader), Mr. Rajani Kanta Deori (Asst. Leader), Mr. Parag (Asst. Leader) and Mr. Ratan Basumatary. xiii) In a bid to motivate the students and teachers of different Colleges under the Hojai- Dima-Hasao Zone to inculcate work culture amongst them, the ACTA Women Cell (Dima- Hasao- Zone) organized a workshop on ‘Tie and Dye’ (Designing in cloth by tying with thread and dying) in collaboration with Hojai College Teachers’ Association and Hojai College Women Cell. xiv) Mr Azizul Haque, Associate Prof. And Head of the Deptt. Of English completed MSW ( Master of Social Work) from IGNOU, Guwahati Regional Centre in 2014 and Conducted a series of awareness programmes on Drinking Water and Sanitation in the remote rural areas of Udali , Lanka, Naukhati and Khagarija in association with the Anfar Foundation, Hojai and International Relief and Welfare, New Delhi, both prominent NGOs. 200 number of public lavatories and 160 wells were constructed under the aegis of these NGOs. Mr Haque is also adviser to Assam Education Awareness Movement in the Block Education Media Office, Binnakandi, Nagaon a programme under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting , Govt. Of India, to popularise education among the rural masses.
Apart from these activities, the college celebrates all important days like World Environment Day , Women’s Day etc in the college and conducts competions among the students to spread awareness about the significance of these occasions.
These diverse activities ranging from purely educational to cultural and sports and yogic and medico-educational have cemented the bond between the College and the local people and are in conformity with our institutional social responsibility.
Collaboration
The college has collaboration with the local Hojai Chamber of Commerce and with some reputed NGOs . Some faculty members have collaboration at the individual level with prominent academics and research guides and with institutions like the
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Indian Statistical Institute, Calcutta, IIT, Guwahati, Assam University Silchar and other organisations and professional bodies.
Criterion : 4 - Infrastructure and Learning Resources One of the most essential requirements for transferring services effectively to the stake holders is the availability of suitable and adequate physical facilities. Hojai College has pulled its resources from time to time to improve its infrastructure in response to the demands of the increasing enrolment .
Physical Facilities
Hojai College is situated on a sprawling 13 acre campus in the sylvan surrounding of the “Rice Bowl” of Assam , Hojai. With a built up area of 4700 sq.m covering 9 blocks of buildings, the class rooms, office, library, laboratories and other facilities are housed. The built up area comprises 33 class rooms including 8 Halls 18 Departmental rooms 6 laboratories 1 central library 3 office rooms 1 each for NCC, IQAC and Examination 1 Hall for Boys Common Room 1 Hall for Girls’ Common Room 1 Gymnasium
The college makes optimum use of the available resources to meet the demands of infrastructure.
Common facilities like cool and filtered drinking water supply for students and staff is available. Besides aqua guard filters in the principal’s chamber and Library, most departments have water filters and two large filters have been provided for use by students .
13 number of Toilets have been provided in the campus for the convenience of the staff and students.
Cycle stand for students with a capacity of 1000 cycles and parking space for motorcycles and cars have been provided.
The college canteen , definitely needs a major facelift but it caters to the need of the students and teachers .
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We have a large campus and adequate space is available for outdoor sports activities. Students and teachers play games like volleyball, football and cricket round the year. There is a basketball court and a gymnasium. Students from the college and youth from the locality use the gym in the morning and evening. Indoor game like Table Tennis , Badminton , Chess , Chineese Checker, Ludo etc are also played during recreation hours.
Library as a Learning Resource With a total built up area of 315 sq. m. and with a total collection of 25,000 books the library serves the need of the students . The college is planning for an expansion in view of the increasing number of students. A large reading room is the need of the hour. The salient features of the library are as follows.
Total collection of books - 25500 , journals-19 Average number of books added annually for the last three years – 2041 Average number of walk ins – 200 a day. Internet with 2mbps speed connectivity. Library committee advises purchase of new books on the basis of departmental feedback. INFLIBNET/IUC facilities Using Soul2.0 and N-List
IT Infrastructure
The use of Information and Computer Technology (ICT) has made significant contribution to the teaching – learning process. There are 44 systems with internet connectivity on most of them . Out of 18 Departments 15 Departments have computer with internet connectivity. The Principal has WiFi connectivity which is also shared by faculties according to need There are 4 LCD projectors . Maintenance is done through local expertise.
Maintenance of Campus Facilities
In 2004 the NAAC Peer Team had made positive remarks about the vegetation in the college . This encouraged the college to pay attention to the vegetation and natural beautification of the campus. The college has made it a ritual to have saplings planted by the invited guests whenever a major function is held in the college. Maintenance of physical infrastructure , electricity , water supply is done by the college 4th grade staff under the supervision of the administrative branch and repairing and other technical faults are outsourced by the professional local experts and technicians . Gardening is done by 4th grade staff generally and for seasonal beautification local professional gardeners’ service is hired.
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There are 2 night guards and 2 security guards employed by the college to look after security issues day and night. The 4th grade staff also keep an eye on the cycles and bikes of the students during college class hours. There is budget provision for maintenance work. There is a purchase committee in the college which sees to it that optimum use of college fund is done while purchasing or in the maintenance of infrastructure facilities.
Criterion : 5 - Student Support and Progression
Right from the admission stage till a student passes out , the college monitors, guides and counsels the students so that a holistic development is accomplished. The college has an excellent support system that synchronises curricular, sports, cultural and scientific pursuits with the final outcome materialising in the students progressing to the next higher level of study or finding satisfactory employment. The departmental mentoring system has proved realistic in the sense that the faculty members in each department are able to afford time and energy in a meaningful way to address the need of the students and counselling them for their personal and academic welfare. The Career Guidance Cell plays a pro-active role in this respect by counselling them as to their career prospects as well as by facilitating links with prospective placement agencies. The students’ Union takes the lead in involving the students in various social activism and facilitating their progress and welfare. Welfare schemes for students like financial support from the Students’ Aid Fund has proved a boon for many poor students . The Annual College Week conducts various competitions among the students in games and sports, cultural and other co-curricular activities and promotes budding talents . The Students’ Union encourages creativity by publishing quality writings in the college magazine annually. A suggestion box is provided to get the views, suggestions and feedback from the students on various issues related to their capus experience. The College has a unique insurance plan for the students. Scholarship from the government and other private organisations and NGOs are decided on the basis of merit and need and money is deposited in the account of the beneficiary students. The Grievance Redressal Cell takes up the complaints and suggestions and in consultation with the principal finds out solutions. It has been observed that 20% of the graduates go for P.G. studies , a very small percentage go for B.Ed , 20% qualify for TET and about 50% find self employment or employment in private companies .
Hojai college increased its participation in sports and as a result it became champion in the Inter Club Football League again in in 2011 organized by the Hojai District Sports Association and it went up to the Quarter Final level in the GU Inter-college Football Tournament held at Rangapara College in 2012. The College team also
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played the Assam State League in 2011 at Nurul Amin Stadium.The College had earlier successfully hosted theGauhati University Inter College Cricket Tournament in collaboration with the Hojai District Sports Association.
Thirteen students who acquired NCC “B” and “C” certificates succeeded in getting appointments in the Indian military and other paramilitary services. Our student Uo Jibon Kathar participated in the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi .
Nineteen (19) students participated in various individual and group events in Inter college and youth festival competitions in 2011-12 period and 7 of them got individual prizes and other 12 won accolades for the college in group events.
Criterion : 6 - Governance, Leadership and Management.
The college ceased to be a grant-in-aid institution in 2005 and under the Assam College Provincialization (Services) Act , 2005 came under the government of Assam. The Directorate of Higher Education exercises control over the college but the college is governed by a eleven member Governing Body with a reputed academician/ educationist as its president. The Present President, Dr. Saradananda Dev Goswami, ex- Head of the Department of Assamese Department of this college and an established writer, has considerable knowledge and familiarity with all aspects of the college and this has benefitted the college in many respects.
The principal is the academic and administrative head of the college and is the executive authority who plans and executes all academic and administrative programmes in consultation with the Vice-Principal, the co-ordinator of IQAC and the Head of the Departments.
In commensurate with the objective of higher education in our country , the Governing Body gives leadership to the college to translate its vision and mission in to reality.
The college adopts a participatory system of management by enlisting the active cooperation of all the committees that have been formed for better management of the affairs of the college. The Admission Committee, the Library Committee, the Research Committee, the Grievance Redressal Committee, Anti-Ragging Committee, Planning Committee, Construction Committee etc.
The IQAC has shown its commitment to urge, motivate and deliver in all aspects of quality building and sustenance. With active support from the principal and all members of the faculty the IQAC is playing a transforming role in raising the status of the institution.
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The Hojai College Teachers’ Association has played a seminal role in augmenting the IQAC in its effort to bring in a committed work and research culture in to the institution.
Strategy Development and Deployment
A perspective planning with an annual budget outlay pinpoints the targets to be achieved with a time frame as regards the various functions of the college. In matters of infrastructure development , research , teaching-learning, sports and culture the Principal , the vice-principal the IQAC and the committee heads formulate strategies . The Planning committee sits at regular intervals to prepare proposals and submits them to government, UGC and private agencies and NGOs and devises ways and means of implementing the proposals.
Proposal for an auditorium has been submitted to the Ministry of Tribal Welfare and to the Ministry of Culture . Proposals on sports have been prepared to be submitted to the Ministry for DONER ( Development of North East Region). Proposals under 12th plan have been submitted to the UGC.
Since the college is going to celebrate the closing ceremony of its Golden Jubilee , proposals have been put before the Alumni Association for donating something worth remembering.
Sufficient autonomy is granted to the departments in implementing the curricular demands, teaching plan, organising extra classes, holding seminars, evaluation , library work etc. At the same time accountability in matters of timely completion of courses, regular holding of classes and departmental internal examinations are also stressed.
Faculty Empowerment Strategies
The college has introduced Annual Performance Appraisal of the teaching staff. The appraisal report is studied to offer constructive suggestions for improving staff performance.
The women’s Cell of the college takes effective steps in creating awareness about the rights and privileges of women, particularly among the rural, illiterate women by organizing periodical sensitization programmes on occasions like International Women’s Day , Mothers’ Day etc. The Women’s Cell of Hojai Collge has achieved a milestone by bringing out its own journal ...... with ISSN number and this definitely is a potent empowering strategy.
Welfare schemes like Hojai College Staff Mutual Benefit Fund, Provident Fund, Group Insurance are in force and these schemes are intended to impart certain degree of financial security.
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Financial Management and Resource Mobilization
The budget is planned carefully after many sittings of the planning committee, the Head of the Departments all efforts are made for its optimal use.The Governing Body approves the Budgetary allocations for various programmes and utilizations prepared by the planning board. All audited reports on funds utilized from College Funds , UGC Fund and Government grants are placed in the GB meeting and approved.. The main source of funds in the college is from admission fees and tuition fees, UGC grants and Government of Assam grants.
Internal and external audits are done periodically and utilization certificates are submitted to the funding agencies in time.
Internal Quality Assurance System
The IQAC convenes meeting of the HODs and convenes meeting of all the faculty members of all departments through the Hojai College Teachers’ Association periodically to get feedback on issues pertaining to teaching and learning . It facilitates solutions by mediating with the management and with students and other stake holders . In matters related to scheduling of internal examinations, speedy evaluation and declaration of result , facilitating availability of study material to students through the library , arranging remedial classes , interaction with the Students’ Union in engaging more and more students in academic, co-curricular and extension activities and encouraging teachers as well as students to participate more and more in seminars, workshops etc the IQAC has played a catalytic role. Annual review and progress assessment is done by IQAC. Annual Appraisal Report is obtained from all faculty members and after careful study by the committee headed by the Principal , suitable suggestions are made to plug loopholes and improve the performance of the members. The IQAC collects feedback from students and suggests measures to be adopted in carrying out extension and out reach programmes, introducing best practices and fine-tuning the departments . Criterion : 7 - Innovations and Best Practices
Not just academic pursuits but a strong commitment to upholding the traditional values , culture and heritage our Indian as well as Assamese society has all along been the guiding principle of our institution. Moving ahead and keeping up with the scientific and technological advancement of our times while respecting the core values of our age old tradition has been our inspiration. The college helps promote among its students a scientific temper, a fresh outlook on life, a healthy respect for our traditions and a pursuit for excellence. With these thought in mind the college follows a number of best practices.
The Students Union organises Blood Grouping and Blood Donation Camps in the college campus every year to encourage the students to donate blood and save lives. In 2013 and 2014 two such camps were held and about a hundred students donated blood .
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The Annual College Week observed by the Student’s Union is a week long programme of Sports and cultural extravaganza which allows the students to display their talent and proficiency in various intellectual, physical and artistic disciplines. As part of fulfilling the institutional social responsibility, the NCC, NSS, Scout and Guide, Women’s Cell , Cultural Cell , Hojai College Chapter of the Assam Science Society and Assam Mathematics Society, organises extension and outreach programmes with the help of students in the locality to create awareness and to promote activism on various social issues. The Chemistry Department’s initiative in taking science out of the laboratory to the common man by conducting awareness camps in the Fluoride and Arsenic contaminated areas of the sub division educates the illiterate and rural poor on the safe and proper use of drinking water. The Women’s Cell is quite vibrant and endeavours to help the cause of ‘women Empowerment’ by conducting periodical seminars, workshops in the college as well as in the locality and has brought out an ISSN journal to further spread and communicate its views to a larger audience. Environment Studies is a compulsory subject and every student is required to prepare project on an environment issue. This practice sensitizes the students towards eco- consciousness . It is a practice in the collge to start any major function with a plantation programme. This symbolic gesture motivates the students towards creating a green environment. “Annual Lecture” programme under the aegis of the Teacher’s Association of Hojai College invites top academicians, intellectuals and scientists to enlighten the teachers and students with their ideas and opinions. The Cultural Cell of the college organises workshops on “BIHU”, the quintessence of Assamese culture where scores of students and children from the community receives training in the folk dance. Workshops on “ BHUPEN SANGERET” , “JYOTI SANGEET and “RABHA SANGEET” are also conducted by inviting famous exponents of the respective musical form to perpetuate the memory of these immortal sons of Assam like Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, Jyoti Prasad Agarwalla and Bishnu Prasad Rabha and to promote these art forms. The Faculty members of the college have shown their love for the institution by donating funds from their salary to construct an imposing Main Gate of the college at an estimated cost of around 6 lakh. Publication of Wall Magazine by All Departments Publication of Annual College Magazine by the Students’ Union. Celebration of National Festivals, College Day and Freshers’ Welcome. Faculty Members provide Financial assistance to deserving needy students. Identity cards and badges along with uniform for the students was made mandatory and introduced lst year are strictly followed. Internal assessment of students has made the students more serious and focussed on their studies.
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SWOC Analysis of the College.
Strengths : Situated in the minority dominated South Nagaon area and adjacent to the tribal heartland of Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao in Assam in a sprawling 13 Acre ( 52610 Sq.meter) campus, with a built up area of 4645 sq.m, the college is catering to the need of the minority and tribal community . A quantum jump in the admission of students during the last two years. Well equipped Central library with 25212 books and connected via INFLIBNET with online e- journal portals with reading facility from 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Active Cell of NCC, Scouts & Guides and NSS cadre to serve the society & economy. Impressive Extension and Community oriented activities. Entrepreneurship is encouraged through the Career Guidance and Entrepreneurship Development Cell Decentralized Administration with delegated authority up to Department Head level resulting in quick decision making process. The accounts section of the institution is fully automated. Admission and Examination process is fully computerized. Collective leadership, responsibility and team-work with feedback oriented performance appraisal. Nurturing attitude of the management resulting 5 faculty members enhanced their academic qualification during last two years Effective Teaching-Learning Process. More emphasis on learning in the with teachers as facilitators. Teachers are highly committed, competent, qualified. High retention rate of the faculty members. Teachers are encouraged to pursue Research. They are regular contributor to research publications (nationally/ internationally), books etc. Technical, administrative and support staffs are professionally qualified and computer savvy. Intake of average quality students but out put is impressive . Provision for assistance from students’ Aid Fund Adopting latest methodology for nurturing weaker students such as remedial classes. A vibrant Women’s Cell that works towards women Empowerment and publishes an ISSN journal “ Katha Manavi” with no. ISSN 2349-5308. The Cultural Cell of the college in communion with the public organizes periodic culture workshop like on Bihu Dance, Bhupen and Jyoti Sangeet, Karbi Dance and Music to facilitate a bonding and partnership with the society and also to facilitate interest and research in traditional folk and tribal culture The college has achieved almost 100% computer Literacy. The college was accredited by NAAC in 2004 and Process for fresh Accreditation this year is in progress. (eligible)
Weaknesses :
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Lack of Infrastructure. The campus lacks state of the art Conference / PPT Hall, Auditorium, Language lab, Gymnasium, Central facility centre, medical room with full time doctor; Lack of separate Boys and Girls hostel, Lack of adequate laboratory infrastructure to run UG programmes. Poor Documentation . connectivity in campus Long delay in filling vacant faculty positions. Inadequate staffing of departmental faculty Planned faculty development, technical and support staff development and training are needed to be implemented. Lack of Smart class room. Portion of the campus in low lying area which causes water logging in rainy season. Modernization of existing laboratories and Providing additional power back up. Need based planning and development of research facility is required. Collaborative research with Institute of repute is needed. Innovations and creativity needs to be encouraged. Augmentation of Quality Assurance systems in general education Lack of Sports infrastructure like a stadium and indoor stadium.
Opportunities : The economy of Hojai area is largely agro-based. There is vast opportunity for improving the status of the local people by the intervention of the college in terms of providing consultation and expertise and introducing job oriented courses in Food Processing, Packaging, Fishery, Poultry Farming etc. To introduce PG Diploma, Degree courses in HRD, Hotel management, Banking Insurance, Tourism and Travel Management. Students and teachers exchange programme with other, preferably with institutions of repute Increasing the proportion of the female students. . Coaching for Competitive Examinations and MAT etc on a large scale for general students. Located adjacent to the tribal hinterland of Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao and with a large number of indigenous Dimasas living here, there is immense scope for research in Tribal culture and folk research. Hojai is also famous for its internationally Agar trade with exports to Gulf and Arabian countries and is emerging as an Industrial Growth Centre of the State. There is huge scope for interaction with this industry . Also, there is scope for research in Medicinal plants as this trade is linked to forest based products. Simultaneously, encouragement of new plantation and afforestation promotes protection of environment
Threats :
1. Mushroom growth of low quality private institutions. 2. Large scale migration of meritorious students to big towns and cities. 3. Escalating threat of higher fee structure is detrimental to attract students, especially from the economically backward communities.
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Future Plans :
1. Opening P.G. Classes in select subjects in all the three faculties. 2. Applying for “College with Potential for Excellence (CPE)” status 3. A boundary Wall on the front side and on the backside of the college be built to protect college property and to prevent foray of cattle and entry of outsiders to the college. 4. The college canteen be given a major facelift and standard is maintained 5. A Girls’ Hostel be constructed immediately on priority basis. 6. An Auditorium is to be constructed 7. A seminar and Conference Hall is to be constructed. 8. A heavy green generator is to be acquired to maintain power supply during the power cut periods in the college hours. 9. A multi-storied Central Library with a spacious Reading Room and a Conference Hall needs to be constructed..More books and Journals to be procured for the Library. 10. A Mini-Stadium and an Indoor Stadium inside the campus be built to further improve the facility for games and sports. 11. Network Resource Center (UGC aided) should be be further developed and quality of computers and connectivity be improved. Internet facility will be provided to each Department. 12. Extensive plantation in the campus , a botanical garden and a horticulture garden is also under consideration 13. Residential quarters for the Principal and Staff to be construed in the campus . 14. Opening of more Departments in the college, especially Computer Science and Biotechnology Departments. 15. Opening a “Tribal and Folk Art & Culture Research Centre”.
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1. Profile of the Affiliated / Constituent College
1. Name and Address of the College :
Name : Hojai College
Address : P.O. - Hojai ; Dist.-Nagaon;
City : Pin : 782435 State : Assam
Website : www.hojaicollege.org
2. For Communication:
Designation Name Telephone Mobile Fax Email with STD code Dr. Biman O:03674-252163 Principal 9435068018 [email protected] Kumar Bhatta R:03674-215023 Mrinal Kanti O:03674-252163 Vice Principal 9435318038 [email protected] Bhattacharjee R:03674-252802 Steering Committee Rabindra O:03674-252163 9435168524 [email protected] Co-ordinator Kumar Rath R:03674-252019
3. Status of the Institution:
Affiliated College
Constituent College Any other (specify)
4. Type of Institution:
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a. By Gender
i) Men
ii) Women
iii) Co-education
b. By Shift i. Regular ii. Day iii. Evening
5. It is a recognized minority institution?
Yes No
If yes specify the minority status (Religious/linguistic/ any other) and provide documentary evidence.
6. Sources of funding:
Government Grant-in-aid
Self-financing Any other
7. a. Date of establishment of the college : 11/07/1964
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:
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Under Section Date, Month & Year Remarks(If any) (dd-mm-yyyy) i. 2 (f) 29/04/1960 UGC Letter no. F.13-15 /70 (CD)
ii. 12 (B) As on 31/03/2006 eligible Listed under 2(f) and 12 (B) in UGC website (Enclose the Certificate of recognition u/s 2 (f) and 12 (B) of the UGC Act) : Attached
d. Details of recognition/approval by statutory/regulatory bodies other than UGC
(AICTE, NCTE, MCI, DCI, PCI, RCI etc.) : Not Applicable
Under Section/ Recognition/Approval details Day, Month and Institution/Department Year(dd-mm- clause Programme yyyy) Validity Remarks 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
If yes, has the College applied for availing the autonomous status?
Yes
No
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9 Is the college recognized.
a. by UGC as a College with Potential for Excellence (CPE)
Yes
No
If yes, date of recognition: …………………… (dd/mm/yyyy)
b. for its performance by any other governmental agency?
Yes
No
If yes, Name of the agency …………………… and
Date of recognition: …………………… (dd/mm/yyyy)
10. Location of the campus and area in sq.mts:
Location * Pub Dhaniram Pathar , Hojai Campus area in sq. mts. 52,610 Square Meter (13 Acres)
Built up area in sq. mts. 4645 Square Meter
(* Urban, Semi-urban, Rural, Tribal, Hilly Area, Any others specify) : Rural Area
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.
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Auditorium/seminar complex with infrastructural facilities : х Sports facilities : play ground
х swimming pool
gymnasium :
Hostel
∗ Boys’ hostel : х
i. Number of hostels ii. Number of inmates iii. Facilities (mention available facilities) ∗ Girls’ hostel : х i. Number of hostels ii. Number of inmates iii. Facilities (mention available facilities)
∗ Working women’s hostel х
i. Number of inmates
ii. Facilities (mention available facilities)
Residential facilities for teaching and non-teaching staff (give numbers available — cadre wise)
• Cafeteria
х • Health centre :
First aid, Inpatient, Outpatient, Emergency care facility, Ambulance……. Health centre staff – Health Centre Staff- Nil
Qualified Doctor : Full Time х Part Time х
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Qualified Nurse : Full Time х Part Time х
• Facilities like banking, post office, book shops : х
• Transport facilities to cater to the needs of students and staff : х
• Animal house : х :
• Biological waste disposal : х
• Generator or other facility for management /regulation of electricity and voltage:
• Solid waste management facility : Disposed off manually in a remote corner in the campus and
• Waste water management : х Through drains to public outlets and street drains
• Water harvesting : No
12. Details of programmes offered by the college (Give data for current academic year
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Name of the Sanctioned/ No. of Programme SI. No. Programme/ Duration Entry Medium approved students Level Course Qualification of instruction Student strength admitted
1 Under-Graduate B.A. / B.Sc/ B.Com 6 sems/ 3 +2 / XII pass Assamese / 2500 2225 Years English 2 Post-Graduate
Integrated 3 Programmes PG 4 Ph.D. 5 M.Phil. 8 Ph.D 7 Certificate courses 8 UG Diploma
Under IDOL Semester and XII for UG U.G- 450 U.G- 164 Any Other (specify Assamese / 9 (Distance Mode) Annual UG- Graduation- for and provide details) English B.A / B.Com and 3 yrs P.G.-2 P.G. P.G. – No Limit P.G.-898 P.G. Yrs
13. Does the college offer self-financed Programmes?
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 (eg. Physics, Botany, History etc.)
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Science Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Mathematics, Statistics Arts Economics, History, Pol.Sc, Education, Commerce Commerce, Accountancy, Management Any Other (Specify)
16. Number of Programmes offered under (Programme means a degree course like BA, BSc, MA, M.Com…)
a. annual system b. semester system c. trimester system
17. Number of Programmes with
a. Choice Based Credit System
b. Inter/Multidisciplinary Approach
c. Any other (specify and provide details)
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
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19. Does the college offer UG or PG programme in Physical 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 Physical Education
Programme separately?
Yes No
20. Number of teaching and non-teaching positions in the Institution
Teaching faculty Non-teaching Technical Positions Professor Associate Assistant staff staff Professor Professor *M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F Sanctioned by the 27 05 14 07 22 02 10 01 UGC / University / State Government Yet to recruit Recruited Sanctioned by the 13 08 08 02 01 Management/ society or other authorized bodies Recruited Yet to recruit 01 02 *M-Male *F-Female
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21. Qualifications of the teaching staff:
Highest Associate Assistant Professor Total qualification Professor Professor Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent teachers D.Sc./D.Litt. Ph.D. 09 01 03 nil 13 M.Phil. 01 01 06 03 11 PG 17 03 02 04 26 Temporary teachers Ph.D. 01 M.Phil. 02 PG 10 08 Part-time teachers Ph.D. M.Phil. PG
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.
Year 1(13-14) Year (12-13) Year (11-12) Year (10-11) Categories Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female SC 290 99 219 90 185 69 154 51 ST 196 81 153 63 119 43 97 31 OBC 454 175 414 165 332 147 253 115 General 387 212 312 223 310 205 258 209 Others
24. Details on students enrolment in the college during the current academic year:
Type of students UG PG M. Phil. Ph.D. Total
Students from the same 100% state where the college is located Students from other states of India Nil NRI students Nil Foreign students Nil
Total Nil
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25. Drop out rate in UG and PG (average of the last two batches)
UG PG
2012-13 = 17.08%
2013-14 = 43%
26. Unit Cost of Education
(Unit cost = total annual recurring expenditure (actual) divided by total number of students enrolled )
(a) including the salary component Rs. 39,985.46/-
12,170.26/- (b) excluding the salary component Rs.
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
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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
B.A. = 1 : 30
B.Sc. = 1 : 15
B.Com. = 1 : 52
29. Is the college applying for
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 re- accreditation)
30. Date of accreditation* (applicable for Cycle 2, Cycle 3, Cycle 4 and re-assessment only)
Cycle 1: 04/11/2004 Accreditation Outcome/Result – “ B”
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Cycle 2: … (dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome/Result…….....
Cycle 3: ……(dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome/Result…….....
* Kindly enclose copy of accreditation certificate(s) and peer team report(s) as an annexure.
31. Number of working days during the last academic year.
324
32. Number of teaching days during the last academic year (Teaching days means days on which lectures were engaged excluding the examination days) 183
33. Date of establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) IQAC 20/12/2007 (dd/mm/yyyy)
34. Details regarding submission of Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQAR) to NAAC.
AQAR (i) 25/05/2014 (dd/mm/yyyy)
AQAR (ii) 25/05/2014 (dd/mm/yyyy)
AQAR (iii) 25/05/2014 (dd/mm/yyyy)
AQAR (iv) 25/05/2014 (dd/mm/yyyy)
35. Any other relevant data (not covered above) the college would like to include. (Do not include explanatory/descriptive information)
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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
Making education a means to create an enlightened society by training the students to foster the freedom of the mind, the humanity of the heart and the integrity of the individual so that they can realize the great ideals of economic justice, social equality and political freedom and the power of human resources.
MISSION
To impart quality education, keeping in view the need of the times and harmonizing it with the cultural matrix of our society
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and to
Equip the students with commonsense, sanity, coolness, self-control and hard work so that they can effectively counter the menace of communalism, intolerance, gender bias, violence and hatred and corruption and to
Foster and sustain interest in physical and social sciences, arts and culture and to increase the employability of the students in a meaningful way.
OBJECTIVES
• To satisfy contemporary educational needs of society and especially, that of the rural and tribal youth • To groom the students to evolve into responsible citizens. • To develop employability skills so as to meet the needs of the job market • To emphasize all round physical, mental and spiritual development of the students • To infuse and promote the spirit of enquiry and research . • To make our immediate surroundings and the world at large a greener and cleaner world. • To Understand and respect our age old tradition and rich cultural and spiritual heritage. • To promote social service through Higher Education. • To instil confidence in the youth with leadership qualities. • To empower weaker section of society • To inculcate humanistic values .
The vision/mission/objectives of the institution are communicated to the stake holders through College website, prospectus, and in a large flex board displayed for viewing by students and the public . Video presentation/PPT highlighting the vision, mission and achievements of the college are shown to the newly admitted students and their guardians during the induction ceremony.
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).
As an affiliated college Hojai College follows the curriculum designed by Gauhati University but the faculty members take great care in implementing the curriculum meticulously. The faculty members are kept updated on any revision of the syllabus and every department is supplied with a copy of the syllabus relevant to its subject. At the beginning of every academic session the principal holds meeting of the HODs and advises them to prepare an academic calendar in consultation with the faculty members. Distribution of syllabus among the faculties , allotment of classes are done
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at the department level and the principal is informed about it. Every teacher prepares a teaching plan for the semester and takes care to deliver the best service to the students. If due to holidays or on account of leave , classes are not held, the teachers engage extra classes in consultation with the students to make up for the loss and to complete the course.
At the start of each term, the college Routine Committee prepares and plans the class time-table as per the norms and requirements of the completion of the syllabi for the semester.
Each faculty member prepares the study material for his/her subject which is shared with the students.
Class room lecture method is mostly the usual method of teaching but our teachers make it more effective with the help of interactive sessions, power point presentations and graphs and maps . The curriculum has provision for internal assessment examinations, seminars, assignments, project work and these are conducted in a serious and proper manner.
Apart from these, students are allowed to participate in the national seminars, workshops organised by the college from time to time . Here they get the opportunity to come across new ideas and they also learn as to how to present a paper.
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 university conducts workshops from time to time and the principal and senior faculty members attend these workshops on examination reform , curriculum revision, semester issues etc and share the outcome with the faculty members during staff council meetings.
The university also provides an academic calendar specifying the holidays, schedule of internal and final term-end examination etc.
Infrastructural facilities such as a staff common room, departmental staff rooms, computer facilities, internet connectivity and class rooms are provided by the college for the smooth running of departmental programs. A well stocked library having subject related books and monthly journals, competitive magazines has also been provided for effective delivery of curriculum. The library helps the faculty members to update their knowledge and share it with thee students.
The college helps the faculty in their preparation of study materials by providing stationery and printing/photocopy facilities. Instructional and audio-visual aids such
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as voice amplifiers , white boards, OHP, LCD projectors, slide projectors, power backup facilities etc has been made available.
Review meetings are held every fortnight in every department to take stock of the progress of lessons and the difficulties faced by the teachers and the students and to find ways and means of finding solutions.
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.
Computers with internet have been provided to the Departments for effective curriculum delivery. Teachers and students have access to online study materials .
The library having INFLIBNET subscription makes it easy to access hundreds of university portals and web content and e-books.
Teachers are allowed to attend Orientation and Refresher courses to update themselves on the latest research and development on their subjects.
1.1.5 How does the institution network and interact with beneficiaries such as industry, research bodies and the university in effective operationalisation of the curriculum?
Many college faculty members are members or President/Secretary of local chapters of Assam Science Society, Assam Mathematics Society , Assam Botanical Society , Assam Zoological Society, the North East Studies Institute and of other national and state level society or academic associations. Eminent professors and functionaries of these associations are in contact with these faculty members and their knowledge is shared by our students and faculties.
In-service teachers engaged in research work are well connected with their guides who are eminent professors or reputed academics , writers, poets and scientists. They are often invited and lectures are arranged to give an opportunity to the students and faculties to interact with them and get the benefit of their guidance.
The college arranges industrial visits for students, so that, the students are made aware of research and industrial trends for increasing their employability apart from experiencing the application of the theory studied by them.
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.
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A few senior faculty members are members of the Board of Studies of the university and during the board meetings they express their opinion and also convey the opinion of our faculty members regarding the desirable changes or revisions of the syllabus. Dr Kalyan Mukherjee of the Commerce Department and Mr N.T.Singh of the Manipuri Department are members of the Gauhati University Syllabus Committee for Under Graduate course and they have contributed significantly towards the curriculum design and revision. The principal also attends meetings and workshops conducted by the University and the Director of Higher Education which is are ideal platforms to voice opinions, views and concerns.
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.
No, The College does not develop any such curriculum.
1.1.8 How does institution analyze/ensure that the stated objectives of curriculum are achieved in the course of implementation?
Evaluation methods such as class tests and internal examinations are chiefly the means of ensuring that the objectives have been achieved. Seminars, assignments, project works also reveal the extent of achievement.
The series of activities planned and executed by each department help the students achieve the objectives of the program.
The departmental mentoring mechanism brings the teacher closer to the students and facilitates realising the objectives.
1.2 Academic Flexibility
1.2.1 Specifying the goals and objectives give details of the certificate/diploma/ skill development courses etc., offered by the institution.
As of now, the college does not offer any certificate, Diploma ,or skill development courses.
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1.2.2 Does the institution offer programmes that facilitate twinning/dual degree? If ‘yes’, give details. No. twining / dual degree programme is not offered.
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 • Courses offered in modular form • Credit transfer and accumulation facility • Lateral and vertical mobility within and across programmes and courses • Enrichment courses
Name of Sl.No. Offered by University Opted by College Course English, MIL(Assamese, Bengali, Bodo, English, MIL( Assamese, Manipuri, Hindi, Nepali, Arabic) Economics, Bengali, Hindi, Manipuri, 1 B.A. Education, History, Pol.Sc, Folklore, Economics, Education, Vocational Functional English, Functional History, Pol.Sc, English, Geography, Psychology. Anthropology, Biotechnology, Environment Physics, Chemistry, Science, B.Sc. in Electronics, Geology, Botany, Zoology, 2. B.Sc Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematics, Statistics Botany, Zoology Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Commerce, Accountancy, 3. B.Com Information Technology in Business Management.
The subjects offered for various courses by the University are followed in the college. All the courses offered in the college provide for the progression to higher studies and potential for employability to students. Choice Based Credit System and range of subject option as offered by the affiliating university are followed.
The theory papers of all courses in B.A. Bsc. And B.com are in modular form . All the programmes offered in college are designed in unit-wise pattern In B.A (Major) the first four semesters have two major papers and the last two semesters have six papers each. All units carry equal weightage in the examination process. The details are as follows.
Regulation of TDC for Semester System & with Choice based Credit and Grading System.
1. A TDC ( Three Years Degree Course) shall be of Six Semesters covering three Calendar Year. The schedule for Semester system shall be as shown below :
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(a) First, Third and Fifth Semester : August 1—Dec-31 (including examinations) (b) Second, Fourth and Sixth Semester : January -1---June -30 (including examinations) (c) Semester Break : July 1---- July 31.
The Syllabus for each paper is divided into modules or units. Marks are assigned for each unit in such a manner that the question paper of the final semester examination cover the entire syllabus.
2. The minimum total marks in a under graduate course is between 2400-3000. Due to different nature of subjects, with practical or otherwise, the individual stream may make the final decision regarding the total marks.
3. In the Sixth semester there must be at least one paper where the students are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge. The course is so designed that students creativity is encouraged . This could be a small academic project’, an advanced level practical work including literature survey on a topic , field/survey work or any other work which may induce creativity among the students.
The students must submit two copies of the Project Work prepared in the format of a Ph.D. or M.Phil. thesis. The student will have to defend the work before an external examination and Internal Board comprising of three teachers including the supervisor/ guide. The external examiner will evaluate out of 80% and the Internal Board will evaluate out of 20%.
Vertical and Lateral Mobility
Since ours is an UG college ,vertical mobility is not conceivable. But, the CBCS provides scope for lateral mobility within and across programmes and courses. The students at UG levels in both sciences and humanities have the flexibility in choosing the non-major elective subjects offered by other departments, which provides ample room for lateral mobility. This offers students with an opportunity to be exposed to and learn academic contents entirely different from their major field of study. Exposure to curriculum in related fields is provided through non-major elective offered by departments which could be chosen by students of the related departments, that is Science courses for Science students and humanities courses for humanities students.
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, teacher qualification, salary etc.
No. Self-financed programmes are not available.
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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.
No. The college does not provide any additional skill oriented programmes
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?
Yes. The college does provide flexibility in combining the conventional face-to-face and Distance mode of Education.
The Institute of Distance and Open Learning (IDOL) of Gauhati University has a unit in Hojai College which offers the students the same course choice and combination in Arts and Commerce streams at the UG level and at the PG level. Alot of students who find it difficult to get themselves admitted to the regular programmes find solution to achieving their career ambitions through this option. The details are as follows.
1. Admission of students in PG courses, session wise:
Sl. No. Session Total no of students admitted 01 2012 – 13 138 02 2013 – 14 315 03 2014 – 15 445
The first batch students have appeared in the PG final examination on July, 2014. The result is not yet declared.
2. Admission of students in UG (general) courses, session wise:
Sl. No. Session Total no of students admitted 01 2012 – 13 37 02 2013 – 14 65 03 2014 – 15 62
The first batch students will appear in the PG final examination on June, 2015.
The college had an IGNOU study centre under the Convergence Scheme of UGC. The Convergence scheme has been done away with and a regular IGNOU study Centre is awaiting approval by the regional study Centre, Jorhat.
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During the period from 2008 to 2013 about 900 students were admitted to the open learning course of IGNOU out of which 400 were in the B.A Course, 150 in the M.A. Course and 350 were in the Bachelor Preparatory programme. About 75% of the students passed out successfully . Apart from these courses there were students in Diploma and Certificate courses like PGDRD ( Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development and CTE ( Certficate in Teaching of English).
Under both IDOL and IGNOU around 2000 students were enrolled during the last five years and under the able guidance of our faculty members a good many candidates completed their studies successfully.
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?
Neither we enjoy autonomous status nor any self-financing or Diploma and certificate course programmes are provided and hence no scope curriculum enrichment. However, within the existing and prescribed curriculum of the university our faculty members try to give the students the maximum learning outcome.. The following areas are noteworthy :
Seminars, guest lectures, workshops, field trips, educational tours sponsored by the college for each department are geared to maximise the learning experience and to create awareness of industrial and social demands. Recruitment of well qualified faculty. Academic plans and calendar are prepared. Conducting class tests periodically. Providing well equipped labs and library facilities. NCC,NSS and Scout and Guide are the additional programmes which develop social responsibilities amongst the students.
1.3.2 What are the efforts made by the institution to enrich and organize the curriculum to
enhance the experiences of the students so as to cope with the needs of the
dynamic employment market?
Hojai College gives maximum priority to ensure the employability of the students. The career guidance cell of the college plays an active role to mould the students to meet the current job requirement through frequent interaction. Also the external seminars and workshops by eminent resource persons ensure that the students are kept abreast with the requirements of the employment sector.
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,
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ICT etc., into the curriculum?
Daily newspaper reading is encouraged in the college library in order to make the students aware of the pressing issues in the society like gender, environment, human rights, ICT etc, The library has annual subscription of leading national dailies like The Hindu/ The Economic Times/The Times of India, The Telegraph, The Assam Tribune, The Sentinel and a number of regional and vernacular news pappers.. To mould them as responsible citizens, students are encouraged to contribute for the well being of lesser privileged sections of the society through visits to the SOS Children’s village. The College has anti-ragging and woman harassment cell to take care of any kind of harassment to women. Through seminars students are made aware of issues like global warming and environmental changes. In NSS workshops, An Associate Professor in Political Science, Mr. Prem Sagar Prasad is in charge of NSS and in the NSS workshops he invites experts from the field of Politics, Panchayati Raj, Human Rights as speakers. The Women Cell also organises awareness programmes on Women Empowerment .
1.3.4 What are the various value-added courses/enrichment programmes offered to ensure holistic development of students?
moral and ethical values
Workshops on Yoga and practice sessions of “The Art of Living” are held in the college from time to time. Under the guidance of Dr. Abhijit Kataky and Mrs Caroline Basumata of Zoology Department who are in charge of the Scout and Guide unit of the college and Mrs Barnali Hazarika of the Economics Department who is associated with the “Art of Living” yoga and spiritual sessions for the faculty and students are organised in the college.
The prospectus of the college has stated the vision and mission of the institution and the rules of discipline and conduct are clearly and categorically spelt out there in toinculcate in them the moral and ethical values they should have as a student and as a responsible citizen.
employable and life skills
The Career Guidance Cell of the college provides the students with the latest opportunities in various career options and professional and vocational courses. The NCC wing of the college has been making significant contribution to facilitate employability.NCC “B” and “C” certificate holders got appointment in various of job under Defence services, para-military and state police department. Details record given below : i) In 2008-09 : 11 cadets
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ii) 2009-10 : 09 cadets iii) 2010-11 : 15 cadets iv) 2011-12 : 13 cadets v) 2012-13 : 06 cadets vi) 2013-14 : 05 cadets Total : 70
better career options
Students are encouraged to improve their communication skills and language through emphasis in the communicative aspects . The communicative and Functional English component embedded in the Science and Commerce syllabus is very helpful to the students in acquiring the desirable communicative skills to some extent.
community orientation
The NCC , NSS and the Scout and Guide units of the college lend a fair degree of community orientation to the students.
The NCC activities include :
i) In connection with NCC Day and other occasions Hojai College NCC wing has organizes various social activities like cleanliness programme, Cycle Rally, Plantation, Blood Donation camp etc from time to time in Hojai
ii) NCC cadets and NCC Officer of Hojai College has rendered restless services to the Civil Administration in Parliamentary and State Assembly Elections for maintaining law and order situation.
iii) NCC cadets and Officer has helped civil administration in “ Voters Awarness Campaign” during Assembly Election 2011.
iv) In connection with Prime Minister’s “SWACHHA BHARAT ABHIJAN”, Hojai College NCC cadets also organized cleanliness program under the guidance of NCC Officer Capt D. Baruah in Hojai locality in Nov. 2014.
The distinction earned by Hojai College NCC coy has endeared them not only to the college, NCC Bn and NCC Group but also to the people of this locality.
The NSS and the Scout and Guide wings also carry out community outreach and extension programmes.
The Students’ Union of the college undertakes community oriented activities like Blood Donation , cleanliness drives etc. The s Students’ Union has taken a lead role in taking up cases and submitting various memoranda to the government and railway authorities to improve the rail facility, road, water supply and electricity services for the general people.
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Awareness rallies have also been organised showing support and solidarity for Anna Hazare’s Lokpal Bill to free society of corruption and for passing Women’s reservation Bill and Anti-Rape laws etc.
1.3.5 Citing a few examples enumerate on the extent of use of the feedback from stakeholders in enriching the curriculum?
Feedback from the students as regards their curricular experience is collected and analysed by the teaching departments and suitable follow up measures like remedial slasses and extra classes are conducted.
The representative Body of the students, the Students’ Union is frequently consulted to enrich the curriculum.
1.3.6 How does the institution monitor and evaluate the quality of its enrichment
programmes?
Student’s performance is monitored throughout the Semester by continuous assessment in the theory and practical courses. Evaluation of the Students performance in each of the theory and practical paper is based on the following:
Internal Evaluation : 20% Marks External Evaluation : 80% Marks
3. Internal Evaluation isbased on two sessional examinations, home assignments, Seminars, and library work in each Semester.
4. External Evaluation is through a final examination at the end on the Semester. The pass marks in each theory paper is 30 % and that in each practical paper is 40%.
5. In each paper, students must secure pass marks in both the internal as well as the external evaluation separately.
6. A student who could not appear or failed in any Semester examination will be allowed to clear the same as follows:
(a) First Semester with the regular Third Semester examination. (b) Second Semester with the regular Fourth Semester examination. (c) Third semester with regular Fifth Semester examination. (d) Fourth Semester with regular Sixth Semester examination.
7. A student may be allowed to “repeat” any one of the theory papers in the First, Second, Third and Fourth Semester, and may be allowed for “betterment” of marks in one paper in the Fifth Semester, provided the student secures less than 45% marks in that paper.
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8. No “repeat” /”betterment” is allowed in the practical examinations in any Semester.
9. A student must pass all his Semester examinations, including “repeat” and ‘betterment’ chances within five years from the date of admission to the First Semester course. A student will get a maximum of three chances to clear a particular Semester.
10. Since the Semester involve continuous assessment there would be no scope for a student to appear as a private candidate in any subject.
Internal Evaluation :
• Each sessional examination is one hour duration and is conducted by the concerned teacher of each paper. The setting of question paper, invigilation duty, evaluation of answer scripts for each paper is done by the concerned teacher(s) • as a part of his/her normal duty and monitored by the HOD.
• The date of the internal examination is fixed by the university and mentioned in the Academic Calendar and the Collge Examination Committee schedules the dates on which examinations are to be conducted. For Major papers the teacher concerned conducts the examination . • Each sessional examination is of one hour duration and the students write the examination in proper University answer books.
• After evaluation the answer scripts are shown to the students and corrections are made if there are any. After this, the answer scripts are collected back from the students. The entire process of evaluation of a sessional examination is finished with in two weeks from the date of examination.
• There is no provision for re-appearing or “repeat”/ “betterment” in the sessional examination. If a student miss one or both examination for valid reasons (as evidenced by medical certificate or other authentic documents) then the teacher/college may allow the student a separate examinations using the teachers own discretion.
• At the end of the semester and before the final semester examination begin, the concerned teacher(s) submit the internal marks in proper mark sheets along with the answer scripts to the Controller of Examinations of Gauhati University.
• As required of affiliated colleges the internal evaluation marks and the answer • scripts are submitted directly to the Controller of Examinations.
External Evaluation :
• The Controller of Examinations makes the necessary arrangement for announcing the date of examinations and other necessary procedures as per University Rules.
• Each paper has 80% of the total marks for external evaluation. The final semester examination will be of three hour duration for a paper of 100 marks.
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• The answer scripts of the external examinations are sent by registered post to the zonal officers as per direction of the Controller of Examinations of Gauhati University.
• The Principal of the college who is normally the Officer-in-charge of the evaluation zone arranges for evaluation and scrutiny of the final examination answer scripts. After evaluation and scrutiny the answer script is are then sent to the Controller of Examinations.
• The Controller of Examinations makes necessary arrangement for announcing the results within two weeks of receipts of the answer scripts.
1.4 Feedback System
Feedback is of vital importance to identify the lacunae and to improve the overall curricular and co-curricular quality.
1.4.1 What are the contributions of the institution in the design and development of the curriculum prepared by the University?
As an affiliated college we do not play a direct role in designing and developing the curriculum. However, two of our very senior faculty members are in the Syllabus Committee of the university and they put forward the various suggestions at that level .
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?
Regarding the curricular aspects it is obtained from the stakeholders of the institution in different ways and changes are made in the structure of the curriculum based on this feedback. The G.B. has guardian members and teachers’ representatives and vice Chancellor’s nominees on it. In the G.B. meetings they voice the needs and problems of the students. The College organizes periodic meetings of the Principal and the HODs. Course-wise evaluation is collected at the department level from students at the end of each semester. Every year, the outgoing students evaluate the entire programme including the curricular, extra-curricular and student services of the College, including the performance of teachers, learning process and curriculum. Feedback regarding academic content and other provisions at the departmental level . The format designed by the IQAC is quite broad in its ambit and covers most necessary areas. . Feedback at the College level is obtained from parents during the Parent-Teachers Meet.
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1.4.3 How many new programmes/courses were introduced by the institution during the last four years? What was the rationale for introducing new courses/programmes?)
No new programmes / courses were introduced.
Any other relevant information regarding curricular aspects which the college would like to include.
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?
The college follows the admission policy of the affiliating university and the state government . There is an Admission Committee of the college headed by the Principal and includes the Vice-Principal and senior teachers. The GB frames the admission policy conforming to the university and government of Assam’s guidelines and taking in to account local needs and expectations.
Admission to the college is on merit basis and the rules are clearly stated in the prospectus which is updated every year and made available along with the forms for admission at a reasonable cost.
The schedule of admission for particular programmes are chalked out in conformity with the expected declaration of the qualifying examinations and the last date of receiving forms, scrutiny, display of merit list and date of admission etc are displayed prominently in the College Notice Board and hosed on our college website.
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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.
Keeping the seat limit and available infrastructural resources in mind forms are issued and the last date of receiving forms are notified and also mentioned in the prospectus. The subject combinations, minimum eligibility for offering major courses etc are clearly and unambiguously stated in the college prospectus. The selection is made in a most fair and transparent manner on the basis of marks secured in the qualifying examinations.
While preparing the list of eligible students for admissions, factors like sports quota, SC / ST / OBC / Differently Able person’s reservation etc are taken in to consideration.
On the date of admission, all original documents are verified and the candidate is admitted after payment of fees.
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.
Scrutiny of application forms is done by sorting them out division wise and then marks wise from highest to lower downwards. The selection list is prepared by selecting the number of applicants commensurate with the number of seats available. A wait list is prepared and both the lists are displayed on the notice board and uploaded von the institution’s website. After admission from the 1st list is done , names from the wait list are considered provided seats are available.
Comparison with other colleges is not available.
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?
Admission process is reviewed in the Hojai College Teachers’ Association meetings and the suggestions are forwarded to the principal for further taking it up at the GB meetings.
The Principal also holds review meetings with the HODs and faculty members to resolve any issue that arises in connection with admission .
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 student profiles demonstrate/reflect the National commitment to diversity and inclusion
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∗ SC/ST ∗ OBC ∗ Women ∗ Differently abled ∗ Economically weaker sections ∗ Minority community ∗ Any other
Number of SC , ST and OBC admitted to the college during the last four years :
Categories Year 1(13-14) Year (12-13) Year (11-12) Year (10-11) Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female SC 290 99 219 90 185 69 154 51 ST 196 81 153 63 119 43 97 31 OBC 454 175 414 165 332 147 253 115 General 387 212 312 223 310 205 258 209 Others
Hojai being a minority dominated area the students are mostly from the linguistic minority community of Bengalis and from the religious minority of Muslims. Students from tribal communities like Dimashas, Karbis and Bodos also constitute the bulk of the students. There are Assamese, tea-garden workers and Hindi speaking people and Manipuris and Nepalees among the students.
2.1.6 Provide the following details for various programmes 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.
Programmes Number of Number of Demand Ratio UG Applications Students Admitted B.A. = 2010-11 850 786 3.08 : 1 B.A. = 2011-12 1007 905 1.11 : 1 B.A. = 2012-13 1120 1026 1.09 : 1 B.A. = 2013-14 1285 1161 1.10 : 1 B.Sc. = 2010-11 226 180 1.25 : 1 B.Sc. = 2011-12 281 214 1.31 : 1 B.Sc. = 2012-13 304 257 1.18 : 1 B.Sc. = 2013-14 350 316 1.10 : 1
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B.Com. =2010-11 220 202 1.08 : 1 B.Com. =2011-12 325 291 1.11 : 1 B.Com. =2012-13 388 356 1.08 : 1 B.Com. =2013-14 445 417 1.06 : 1
PG 1 2 3 M.Phil. Ph.D. Integrated PG Ph.D. Value added 1 2 3 Certificate 1 2 3 Diploma 1 2 PG Diploma 1 2 3 Any other 1 2 3
2.2 Catering to Student Diversity
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2.2.1 How does the institution cater to the needs of differently- abled students and ensure adherence to government policies in this regard?
There is a cell in the college named “Cell for the Differently Abled” and a very senior associate Professor , namely Dr. Dipak Bora , himself differently-abled , is in charge. This cell looks after the need of the students who are differently-abled even though their percentage is very low.
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.
The College organizes an induction programme for freshers and their parents / guardians on the first day of College. The important aspects highlighted in the orientation induction programme are :
• Vision and mission of the College • Code of conduct and disciplinary measures • Healthy relationship with fellow students and decency in behaviour and respect to the fellow girl students. • Curriculum structures • Semester and CBCS pattern • Attendance requirements and leave procedures • Fee payment regulations • Physical education Anti-ragging measures and Discipline Committee • Activities of Grievance Redressal Cell • Student support services • Extension programmes such as NSS , NCC,Scouts and Guide and Red Ribbon club, Women’s Cell .
2.2.3 What are the strategies adopted by the institution to bridge the knowledge gap of the enrolled students (Bridge/Remedial/ Add-on/Enrichment Courses, etc.) to enable them to cope with the programme of their choice?
Faculty members encourage and instil confidence in the students coming from remote and vernacular medium through mentoring and Remedial counselling
2.2.4 How does the college sensitize its staff and students on issues such as gender, inclusion, environment etc.?
• The college holds seminars on relevant topics like awareness on women empowerment, etc. to sensitize the staff and students . Women’s day is celebrated by the college. • In all academic, sports and cultural activities equal opportunities are provided to boys and girls. • In NSS activities the participation of both boys and girls students are ensured. • Anti-ragging and anti-sexual Harassment cell is also running in The College.
• There is a common canteen facility for both.
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• Participation of both boys and girls is ensured in the Annual College Week Function and other activities of the College.
• Every year plantation is taken up by the staff members along with students on the World Environment day.
2.2.5 How does the institution identify and respond to special educational/learning needs of advanced learners?
Departmental mentors identify the advanced learners and take personal care by lending them books from their personal library , advising them on reference books and encouraging them to write articles for wall magazines, college magazines and by presenting papers in departmental seminars and national seminars whenever they are held in the college. Advanced students are allowed to participate in these national seminars without registration fees.
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. who may discontinue their studies if some sort of support is not provided)?
Faculty members identify the slow learners in the class and these students are given special attention by giving remedial classes, mentoring sessions and are also provided with additional learning materials, solved question papers etc.
Students who belong to economically weaker sections are given financial help by providing them financial help from the Students’ Aid Fund of the Students’ Union. The Secretary of the Students’ Aid Fund of the Students’ Union and the Prof. in charge select deserving and needy students on economic and merit basis. Physically challenged students are provided all the help when ever required.
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 blue print, etc.)
The college prepares its Academic Calendar on the basis of the affiliating university’s Academic Calendar.
Academic calendar mentions tentative dates of all academic activities like college reopening after every vacation, admissions, university examinations, total number of teaching days and holidays, etc.
All academic and extracurricular activities are planned, organized and completed as per the schedule with the support of teachers, non-teaching staff and students. Every
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Year the session is from July to June. The faculty members prepare teaching plans, subject wise in the very beginning of the session. The entire syllabus is divided equally among the faculty members of the department and topics are covered within the stipulated time period of the academic calendar.
All the teaching staff prepares a teaching plan/lesson plan ahead of the commencement of academic year. They are required to submit the teaching plans to the Principal / IQAC . Individual teaching plans of each teacher is reviewed at the combined meeting of the Principal, IQAC Coordinator and HODs at the beginning of the academic year for effective implementation of the academic schedule.
2.3.2 How does IQAC contribute to improve the teaching –learning process?
The IQAC in its mission of constant improvement of quality in all the seven criteria of activity prescribed by NAAC constantly peps up and galvanises the faculty, staff and students in to activities. It harps on the changes coming thick and fast in the global and national education scenario and urges the teachers and students to keep abreast of the world. The IQAC meets once in every three months and makes suggestions for improvement in quality in teaching and research. Various academic and administrative activities of the institution have been improvised as ca result of IQAC’s healthy intervention.
• Increased interest in organizing workshops, seminars on quality related themes and research work has been evident. • Enhancement in infrastructural facilities of class rooms and laboratories. • New Laboratory for Chemistry and Physics department. • Appointment of part-time Teachers in different disciplines. • Computer and Internet connectivity is established for all departments. • Meticulous teaching plan and greater commitment to work and concern for the academic welfare of the students is a direct fall out of the IQAC’s activities. • Extension activities and Research activities have recorded a positive growth.
2.3.3 How is learning made more 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 faculty members in each department are trying to deviate from the teacher- centric lecture method to the learner-centric alternative pedagogy.
Learning is made student-centric through group discussions and Class room interactions. Classes are participatory and interactive in nature than a one-way lecture method. Collaborative learning and Independent learning skills are developed through project works, assignments , PPT and oral presentations by students
For improving teachers’ ability of teaching several support tools such as computer, internet, and projectors are available in the College.
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For independent learning , the college has a full-fledged library providing – text books, reference books, previous year question papers, academic journals and magazines. Group discussion, debates, case study, analysis, seminars are also conducted.
2.3.4 How does the institution nurture critical thinking, creativity and scientific temper among the students to transform them into life-long learners and innovators?
At the initiative of the Students’ Union the students are given chances to organize various events held in the college and thus gives them an opportunity to make best use of their creative and critical thinking ability. The students also take the lead in publishing the college magazine annually and wall magazines as a continued activity with maximum inputs from the students and this helps them to express their creativity.
NSS activities, educational tours , field trips and Industrial and Educational Visits are organized for students and the students get the chance to observe, interact and learn outside the academic domain. Students’participation in all college activities like Annual College Week Function, Republic Day Celebration, Saraswati Puja, Milad Mehfil etc. is encouraged so that students can enhance their learning activities
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 Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) and National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NME-ICT), open educational resources, mobile education, etc.
The faculty members use the Internet and relevant online resources, print-outs from e-journals, related to the subject matter and make the study materials for students.. The facilities of EDUSET of IGNOU centre and e-gyankosh are availed for effective learning. The departments are equipped with computers with Internet connection. ICT-enabled facilities, OHP projectors, Bio-visual charts and models for effective teaching. In addition, PPTs, etc. are also used as aids to teaching.
2.3.6 How are the students and faculty exposed to advanced level of knowledge and skills (blended learning, expert lectures, seminars, workshops etc.)?
• Faculty is exposed to advanced knowledge through workshops, seminars , Refresher course and Orientation course. Teachers participate in conference and paper presentations.
• College conducts various seminars and lectures on different issues in which faculty members and students are encouraged to participate and reap benefits .Students are exposed to advanced knowledge through departmental seminars expert and guest lectures by eminent persons in the field.
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• Students are encouraged to get additional information from the internet available in the UGC network resource centre and in the library Educational tours are also conducted.
2.3.7 Detail (process and the number of students \benefitted) on the academic, personal and psycho-social support and guidance services (professional counselling/mentoring/academic advise) provided to students?
Departmental counselling for major students is available. Since the average student teacher ratio in major classes is 20:1 the individual teachers takes care to guide and counsel the students. Additionally mentoring system has been introduced in the departments which makes it convenient for the students to go to his mentor with any issue.
The career Guidance Cell of the college also takes initiatives to offer counselling regarding placement opportunities and appropriate career choices.
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 faulty to adopt new and innovative approaches and the impact of such innovative practices on student learning?
The college encourages the teachers to keep themselves abreast of the latest developments in the respective fields. They are encouraged to have computer aided teaching learning process. They are encouraged to use library resources to enrich their teaching. Faculty is also encouraged to attend seminars, workshops on teaching methodology and Refresher and Orientation courses. The Information thus received is shared with other faculty and students. As a result, the teaching – learning process becomes more interesting and interactive.
2.3.9 How are library resources used to augment the teaching- learning process?
The staff and students utilize the library resources such as text books, reference books for teaching and learning process. The library remains open from 9 AM to 4.30 PM on working days. The library has broadband internet connectivity and INFLIBNET through which hundreds of e-books of the network of universities can be accessed Students are encouraged to go through the latest Periodicals (journals, science magazines).
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There are about 25000 test books and more than 600 reference books besides encyclopaedias, journals and magazines. Students are encouraged to form a reading habit and spend spare time in the library.
2.3.10 Does the institution face 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.
Yes. Because of the pressure of conducting examinations and evaluation zones in the colleges the faculty members face a great challenge in achieving the target in their teaching plan .
The institution has given autonomy to the departments to go for extra classes and tutorial and remedial classes beyond the allotted class routine to overcome these .
2.3.11 How does the institute monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching learning?
Every department maintains a log book which is maintained by every faculty member. Class taken and topic covered in the class , attendance of students etc are recorded and the Principal calls for the log book periodically and takes appropriate measures if any discrepancy is found.
The principal has initiated an academic audit of the departments.
Annual performance appraisal reports are submitted by the faculty members and these are reviewed and necessary corrective measures are initiated.
Under the Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS) of UGC every teacher has to attain requisite score which takes in to account all aspect of activities like teaching, research, publication, attendance of Refresher and Orientation courses etc and so scientifically devised that it keeps teachers active all the time in teaching –learning activities.
Every fortnight there is a departmental meeting to take stock of the affairs of the students and the progress of curriculum.
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
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Associate Assistant Highest Professor Professor Professor Total qualification Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent teachers D.Sc./D.Litt. Ph.D. 09 01 03 nil 13 M.Phil. 01 01 06 03 11 PG 17 03 02 04 26 Temporary teachers Ph.D. 01 M.Phil. 02 PG 10 08 Part-time teachers Ph.D. M.Phil. PG
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 (Biotechnology, IT, Bioinformatics etc.)? Provide details on the efforts made by the institution in this direction and the outcome during the last three years.
The college intends to go for PG programmes in selected subjects and planning to introduce new subjects like Biotechnology and Information Technology. Hojai College is a 50 years old college and most of the senior teachers are experienced and well qualified. By attending Refresher and Orientation Courses, National and International seminars and workshops and because of their research interest they are quite competent to deliver as and when new programmes are introduced. Most of the Associate Professors are having more than 20 years of experience and they make use of the internet in the library as well as in their homes to augment their knowledge.
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. a) Nomination to staff development programmes
Academic Staff Development Programmes Number of faculty nominated Refresher courses 32
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HRD programmes Nil
Orientation programmes 14
Staff training conducted by the university 2 Staff training conducted by other institutions nil
Summer / winter schools, workshops, etc. 10
b) Faculty Training programmes organized by the institution to empower and enable the use of various tools and technology for improved teaching-learning
Teaching learning methods/approaches:
• The teachers of the college have access to internet which help them to collect learning materials to make teaching-learning process effective.
• College has a well developed library which contains large resources of books, journals and references on various subjects. The library is equipped with internet browsing for staff separately. E-journals are made available to them through INFLIBNET subscription.
• Each department is provided with PCs with Internet connection.
These facilities coupled with the commitment of the teachers to educate the students make them use more computer-aided teaching-learning methods
Handling new curriculum:
Whenever there is a change in curriculum, the University organizes workshops and seminars for faculty of its affiliated colleges which is attended by the representatives of the faculty members of the college and in a meeting of the college staff the features of the new curriculum are conveyed to other faculty members. When Semester system was introduced the principal and staff members attended a series of workshops and seminars at the affiliating university and in other colleges and participated in brainstorming sessions. After semester system was introduced June/July 2011 the entire courses of studies underwent changes and alterations and the faculty members had intense deliberations to cope with the new curriculum and explaining its to the students as well.
Selection, development and use of enrichment materials: The sophisticated laboratory equipments installed under UGC schemes are used by the faculties who have been trained to use them with care and expertise.
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Cross cutting issues: Daily newspaper reading is encouraged in the college library in order to make the students aware of the pressing issues in the society like gender, environment, human rights, ICT etc, The library has annual subscription of leading national dailies like The Hindu/ The Economic Times/The Times of India, The Telegraph, The Assam Tribune, The Sentinel and a number of regional and vernacular news pappers.. To mould them as responsible citizens, students are encouraged to contribute for the well being of lesser privileged sections of the society through visits to the SOS Children’s village. The College has anti-ragging and woman harassment cell to take care of any kind of harassment to women. Through seminars students are made aware of issues like global warming and environmental changes. In NSS workshops, An Associate Professor in Political Science, Mr. Prem Sagar Prasad is in charge of NSS and in the NSS workshops he invites experts from the field of Politics, Panchayati Raj, Human Rights as speakers The Women Cell also organises awareness programmes on Women Empowerment .
Audio Visual Aids/multimedia:
Audio visual aids are used in the Classrooms as far as practicable. In the environment studies classes which is compulsory audiovisuals , especially PPT slides are extensively used.
Projectors, computers, sound system etc.are provided in Hall 4 for classes requiring audio visual demonstration.
Almost all the departments are provided with computers and internet connectivity for preparation of teaching/learning materials.
Teaching learning material development, selection and use:
• The Institute provides free access to internet for learning material. This helps to collect learning material from the internet, etc. • The College library contains many books of various subjects in its general and reference sections and there are encyclopaedias etc which are referred by the faculties while preparing study material.
• There is use of models and practical demos in Education, Biology and Chemistry department c) Percentage of faculty
invited as resource persons in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences organized by external professional agencies
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participated in external Workshops / Seminars / Conferences recognized by national/ international professional bodies
presented papers in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences conducted or recognized by professional agencies
5% of the faculty have been invited as resource persons in workshops, seminars and conference s organised by professional agencies.
15% participated in external Workshops / Seminars / Conferences recognized by national/ international professional bodies
10% presented papers in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences conducted or recognized by professional agencies
2.4.4 What policies/systems are in place to recharge teachers? (eg: providing research grants, study leave, support for research and academic publications teaching experience in other national institutions and specialized programmes industrial engagement etc.)
The policy of UGC is implemented in this respect and teachers under FIP scheme are availing study leave to complete Ph.D. And M.Phil. 17 Minor Research projects have been completed by the teachers with the help of UGC grants during the last few years. Temporary leave is allowed by the principal to teachers who are otherwise not getting extended leave . Teachers are encouraged to time their Refresher Course, Orientation Course, national seminars etc during vacations to minimise its impact on classes./
2.4.5 Give the number of faculty who received awards / recognition at the state, national and international level for excellence in teaching during the last four years. Enunciate how the institutional culture and environment contributed to such performance/achievement of the faculty.
Nil.
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?
Yes. Students Feedback forms on the method and teaching expertise of faculty members are obtained from major departments and the principal and IQAC analyses these feedback and suggest appropriate improvement.
2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms
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2.5.1 How does the institution ensure that the stakeholders of the institution especially students and faculty are aware of the evaluation processes?
The College follows the evaluation process of the University and the prospectus contains details of the evaluation process and the pattern of examination. The previous exam question papers and model papers are made available to the students in library. The students are informed about class tests and assignments in the class and also through the display notice boards of the respective departments. A suggestion box has been placed in the college and the stakeholders especially students are made aware of it and are encouraged to use it. The suggestion thus received is used for improving the system and functions of the institution.
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?
Student’s performance is monitored throughout the Semester by continuous assessment in the theory and practical courses. Evaluation of the Students performance in each of the theory and practical paper is based on the following:
Internal Evaluation : 20% Marks External Evaluation : 80% Marks
3. Internal Evaluation isbased on two sessional examinations, home assignments, Seminars, and library work in each Semester.
4. External Evaluation is through a final examination at the end on the Semester. The pass marks in each theory paper is 30 % and that in each practical paper is 40%.
6. In each paper, students must secure pass marks in both the internal as well as the external evaluation separately.
7. A student who could not appear or failed in any Semester examination will be allowed to clear the same as follows:
(a) First Semester with the regular Third Semester examination. (b) Second Semester with the regular Fourth Semester examination. (c) Third semester with regular Fifth Semester examination. (d) Fourth Semester with regular Sixth Semester examination.
8. A student may be allowed to “repeat” any one of the theory papers in the First, Second, Third and Fourth Semester, and may be allowed for “betterment” of marks in one paper in the Fifth Semester, provided the student secures less than 45% marks in that paper.
9. No “repeat” /”betterment” is allowed in the practical examinations in any Semester.
10. A student must pass all his Semester examinations, including “repeat” and ‘betterment’ chances within five years from the date of admission to the First
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Semester course. A student will get a maximum of three chances to clear a particular Semester.
12. Since the Semester involve continuous assessment there would be no scope for a student to appear as a private candidate in any subject.
Internal Evaluation :
• Each sessional examination is one hour duration and is conducted by the concerned teacher of each paper. The setting of question paper, invigilation duty, evaluation of answer scripts for each paper is done by the concerned teacher(s) • as a part of his/her normal duty and monitored by the HOD.
• The date of the internal examination is fixed by the university and mentioned in the Academic Calendar and the Collge Examination Committee schedules the dates on which examinations are to be conducted. For Major papers the teacher concerned conducts the examination . • Each sessional examination is of one hour duration and the students write the examination in proper University answer books.
• After evaluation the answer scripts are shown to the students and corrections are made if there are any. After this, the answer scripts are collected back from the students. The entire process of evaluation of a sessional examination is finished with in two weeks from the date of examination.
• There is no provision for re-appearing or “repeat”/ “betterment” in the sessional examination. If a student miss one or both examination for valid reasons (as evidenced by medical certificate or other authentic documents) then the teacher/college may allow the student a separate examinations using the teachers own discretion.
• At the end of the semester and before the final semester examination begin, the concerned teacher(s) submit the internal marks in proper mark sheets along with the answer scripts to the Controller of Examinations of Gauhati University.
• As required of affiliated colleges the internal evaluation marks and the answer • scripts are submitted directly to the Controller of Examinations.
External Evaluation :
• The Controller of Examinations makes the necessary arrangement for announcing the date of examinations and other necessary procedures as per University Rules.
• Each paper has 80% of the total marks for external evaluation. The final semester examination will be of three hour duration for a paper of 100 marks.
• The answer scripts of the external examinations are sent by registered post to the zonal officers as per direction of the Controller of Examinations of Gauhati University.
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• The Principal of the college who is normally the Officer-in-charge of the evaluation zone arranges for evaluation and scrutiny of the final examination answer scripts. After evaluation and scrutiny the answer script is are then sent to the Controller of Examinations.
• The Controller of Examinations makes necessary arrangement for announcing the results within two weeks of receipts of the answer scripts.
The institution has initiated its own evaluation procedures. Methods adopted for these include formal and informal feedback from stakeholders such as students, parents and industrialists and alumni. Departmental mentoring is provided to all major students by the facultiesr.
Formal and informal feedback is collected regarding the performance of teaching faculty.
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 institution follows a fair evaluation policy with regard to assessments. All records- answer sheets, assignments, seminars, progress reports are carefully maintained in the college. At the end of every assessment students are given an opportunity to clarify their doubts and address their grievances. At the end of every semester, marks/grades are displayed on the notice board and time is given for the students to make clarifications if any.
Teachers develop and maintain a good rapport with the students in order to make sure that students can freely share their concerns and opinions.
2.5.4 Provide details on the formative and summative assessment approaches adopted to measure student achievement. Cite a few examples which have positively impacted the system.
The formative approaches are regular class-room teaching, short term assignments, , monthly seminars and unit tests.
The college follows the regular oral and written tests, projects, field and industrial trip reports and seminar approach to do formative assessment of students. Assignments given to students are checked by the faculty members and the students advised as to the proper style of assignment writing.. Assignment writing makes the student creative and helps him/her in the annual examination.
Summative assessment done through practical examinations and project works done by students according to rules of the University.
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2.5.5 Detail on the significant improvements made in ensuring rigor and transparency in the internal assessment during the last four years and weightages assigned for the overall development of students (weightage for behavioral aspects, independent learning, communication skills etc.
The college strictly follows the guidelines provided by the University regarding assessment and ensure complete transparency in the process. Assignments, seminars, attendance and internal examination records determine the final assessment result of a student. Their academic records are systematically recorded and kept in the department and despatched to the university for computation of final result. Regular attendance is insisted. In case of short attendance student is informed through notice and if that does not work the department /principal contact the students’ parents and discuss the problem with them.
During Parent Teacher meeting, the achievements of the students are highlighted.
2.5.6 What are the graduate attributes specified by the college/ affiliating university? How does the college ensure the attainment of these by the students?
Attributes of a graduate
A good graduate student knows his aim well and remains focussed in his work. He takes his classes seriously, participates in seminars and competitions, organizes various activities, and follows the etiquette prescribed by the college.
The attributes can be enumerated as follows :
• The ability to communicate effectively, and be self-aware and compassionate. • Working effectively as part of a team. • Ability to actively pursue further education by maintaining an enquiring and focussed mind. • Awareness of Social, ethical, environmental values and cultural diversity.
The mission and vision statement reminds the students about these qualities and impels them towards inculcating these virtues.
2.5.7 What are the mechanisms for redressal of grievances with reference to evaluation both at the college and University level?
If a student is not satisfied with the evaluation result at the college level, he has to make an application to the principal to this effect and the principal forwards the application to the HOD asking him to go for a recheck and examine the issue.
For external examination, the entire vissue will be dealt with by the university. If a student has any grievance about valuation of university exam papers, it is to be taken up directly with the University by the student.
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The college has a grievance redressal mechanism which caters to the grievances of the students.
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 College has defined student learning outcomes in terms of pass percentage of students in University Examinations. Learning outcomes are also reflected in the progression to higher and next level of studies and entry in to jobs.
Good students are awarded proficiency prize in the college. Top performers in the college are felicitated in the college function.
2.6.2 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.
The department maintains record in which details such as marks, achievements etc. are systematically recorded at the end of every internal examination. Parents are required to meet the teachers where they learn about the performance of their wards.
2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 Class Appeared Passed Appeared Passed Appeared Passed Appeared Passed B.A-Part-1 319 138 B.A-Part-2 153 101 195 90 B.A. Part-3 137 103 151 98 132 91 B.Sc. Part-1 70 29 B.Sc Part-2 38 29 43 32 B.Sc Part-3 32 26 29 24 38 34 B.Com Part-1 68 38 B.Com Part-2 77 45 46 31 B.Com Part-3 29 26 50 39 37 27 B.A. Ist Sem 440 139 414 195 466 283 B.A. 2nd Sem 435 174 383 217 456 275 B.A. 3rd Sem 318 152 356 232 B.A. 4th Sem 291 216 338 219 B.A. 5th Sem 240 218 B.A. 6th Sem 227 149 B.Sc. Ist Sem 76 33 114 60 157 87
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B.Sc. 2nd Sem 70 40 100 44 144 102 B.Sc. 3rd Sem 70 57 102 53 B.Sc. 4th Sem 68 57 97 72 B.Sc. 5th Sem 59 49 B.Sc. 6th Sem 56 47 B.Com Ist Sem 150 95 157 71 146 75 B.Com 2nd Sem 147 107 138 82 140 102 B.Com 3rd Sem 122 77 141 102 B.Com 4th Sem 121 72 133 88 B.Com 5th Sem 115 96 B.Com 6th Sem 110 85
2.6.3 How are the teaching, learning and assessment strategies of the institution structured to facilitate the achievement of the intended learning outcomes?
• The teaching is mainly class based lecture modes. Modern teaching aids like computer, projector and internet are used only when a particular topic demands it. • To facilitate the achievement of the intended learning outcomes continuous and comprehensive evaluation of students is done by the faculty members.
• Regular assessment is done through class interactions, tests, seminars, assignments, practical etc. Mentoring classes for slow learners are conducted according to need .
2.6.4 What are the measures/initiatives taken up by the institution to enhance the social and economic relevance (student placements, entrepreneurship, innovation and research aptitude
Hojai College ensures all round development of students through the curriculum provided by the University which is properly implemented by academic oriented activities. The college has a Career Guidance and Entrepreneurship Development cell which was established with the aim of encouraging and supporting the students to be self reliant and employable.
2.6.5 How does the institution collect and analyze data on student performance and learning outcomes and use it for planning and overcoming barriers of learning?
The Principal and the HODs and all the heads of various committees plan the academic and non-academic activities in advance.Tthe HODs share the plans pertaining to their department with his/her colleagues and a plan of action is developed for its implementation. The activities - academic and non-academic - are conducted as per the plan of action and a report is submitted at the end of the semester which is reviewed by the Principal.
2.6.6 How does the institution monitor and ensure the achievement of learning outcomes?
Student performance is made known from the Result book sent to The college by University and by downloading online from the university portal. These data are further evaluated and analyzed in terms of passing percentage, first division, second division, fail students and in terms of grade.
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Learning outcomes are ensured by insistence on regular attendance , participation in seminars and workshops and taking examinations seriously.
2.6.7 Does the institution and individual teachers use assessment/ evaluation outcomes 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, evaluation outcomes are viewed as indicators of students’ performance
Any other relevant information regarding Teaching-Learning and Evaluation which the college would like to include.
The College is set up in a backward area. Most of the students are first generation learners. They are slow learners and communication skill is not smart. The teachers take extra care to overcome these difficulties with the students.
CRITERION III
RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION
3.1 Promotion of Research
3.1.1 Does the institution have recognized research center/s of the affiliating University or any other agency/organization?
Yes, the institute have recognized research centre of various Universities in addition to the home University. Institute’s faculties have been performing Ph.D. supervisory works under different Universities like Gauhati University, K. K. Handique State Open University, M. G. University, Kaziranga University.
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 recommendations made by the committee for implementation and their impact.
Yes, the institute has duly constituted research committee to monitor and address the issue of research. Its composition is:
Dr. K. Mukherjee
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Dr. H. P. Goenka
Dr. D. Bora
Dr. H. Hussain
Dr. S. Kumar
Dr. C. Basumata
Recommendation and its impact :
Time and again members of this committee meet different departments/faculties to inspire/motivate research related activities and in fact this exercise has resulted to a positive effect. Good number of faculties have registered their names under Ph.D programme and publications of research papers.
3.1.3 What are the measures taken by the institution to facilitate smooth progress and implementation of research schemes/ projects?
Autonomy to the principal investigator:
The Principal investigator is absolutely free in handling the scholar’s research project, from the research cell.
Timely availability or release of resources:
To make timely available and release of recourses on recommendation of the research of the research cell, research proposals are dispatched to the concerning section of UGC for early disposals and at the same time; the amount so sanctioned for the research works are released to the beneficiary, as per the UGC guidelines.
Adequate infrastructure and human resources:
For undergoing research works leading to Ph.D degree for research articles, digital support like computer and integral services to most of the departments have been provided. Moreover, efforts have been made to upgrade the central library collection with good number of reference books.
Time-off, reduced teaching load, special leave etc. to teachers :
Faculties are usually provided to faculties doing Ph.D. works. On every events relating to Ph.D works like seminar paper presentation, pre-submission of Ph.D, its viva-voce etc. faculties are also provided leave to attend the same. Moreover, long leave for Teacher’s Fellowship from the UGC, ICSSR etc are also provided.
Support in terms of technology and information needs :
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Apart from extending technical support, like preparation of Ph.D synopsis, Research Methodology etc. information are discharged to incumbencies on their possible opportunities to present /publish research papers on different platforms.
Facilitate timely auditing and submission of utilization certificate to the funding authorities :
Usually auditing activities and submission of utilization certificates are made by the respective faculties concerned. In the event of any difficulties experienced by any faculty, a tailor made advisors are given.
3.1.4 What are the efforts made by the institution in developing scientific temper and research culture and aptitude among students?
Efforts are of continuous process to build up a research culture amongst student community. Members of Research Cell do inspire students to go for developing research skill amongst the aspirant students. Moreover, it also provides possible future opportunities to those who goes for research works.
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.
(a) All faculty of Commerce (06) engaged in guiding 61 students under six different groups which were part of B.Com curriculum.
(b) Leading ( Major) Research Project:
Dr. B. K. Bhatta, Principal, Hojai College, is undergoing a major research project under on ‘Social and Demographic Profile of Assam’ ICSSR against the Financial Year: 1012-14.
(c) Guiding Research Projects:
Sl. Faculty as University under which Research No. Research Guide Guide is performing Gauhati University and 1. Dr. K. Mukherjee K. K. Handique State Open University 2. Dr. D. Bora North East Study Centre, Gauhati University 3. Dr. H. P. Goenka J. J. T. University, Rajasthan
3.1.6 Give details of workshops/ 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:
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No such programme has been conducted.
3.1.7 Provide details of prioritized research areas and the expertise available with the institution. NIL
3.1.8 Enumerate the efforts of the institution in attracting researchers of eminence to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students?
Dr. Himadri Sekhar Das, Associate Professor, Deptt. Of Physics
Dr. D. K. Jha, Ex. Head of Deptt. Of Botany
Prof. T. C. Sarma, Retd Sr. Botany Scientist of NEIST
Dr. S. K. Bhattacharjee, Former Dean Faculty of Science & Retd. Head, Department of Chemistry, Gauhati University.
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?
Not a single faculty has utilized for ‘Subbatical Leave’ though one proposal of Prof. T. Saha applied to Director of Higher Education but the same has not yet been processed.
3.1.10 Provide details of the initiatives taken up 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)
(i) Dr Caroline Basumata, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology has her contribution in this direction as follows:
Research on ethno medicine: The Researchers of Zoology, Botany and Chemistry department of Hojai College have joint their hands in doing further survey, documentation and research on the medicinal plants of some areas of Karbi Anglong district of Assam. Preliminary survey have already been done and some plants (Sphilanthes sp, Phylanthes niruri, Oxalis corniculata and Cissampelos pareira) have been selected for evaluating their antioxidant properties. A proposal for financial support on this Major Research Project has been submitted to UGC vide MRP ID: MRP-MAJOR-ZOOL-2014-53369 (Principle Investigator: Dr. Caroline Basumata (Zoology Dept.), Co- Investigators: Dr. Sujit Ranjan Acharjee (Chemistry Dept.); Dr. Manjit Saikia (Botany Dept.)
Objectives:
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To validate the efficacy of traditional medicines used by the communities of these remote areas to provide safe and cost effective treatments for various ailments.
To organize awareness camps in the village areas surrounding the hot-spots to make them aware about the proper utilization of the medicinal plants and to conserve them from destruction and over-exploitation.
To involve students in the various aspects of this investigation. One of the students of Zoology department (Mr. Sanilal Sharma) is doing his MPhil in Diphu Central University on this subject (Anti-oxidant properties of certain plants).
A collaborative investigation on the Immunomodulatory properties of some plants will be carried out by some scholars of Zoology department (Gauhati University). (A proposal has been prepared for this study for submission to DST: Principle Investigator- Dr. Caroline Basumata; Co-investigator- Dr. Jogen Chandra Kalita).
Biodiversity conservation and involvement of students in awareness campaign:
To involve students in the awareness camps in the villages.
The Scouts and Guides have to promise to obey 9 laws which include ‘loving animals and nature’ and ‘efforts to protect public properties’. They are practically involved in creating awareness amongst their fellow students and organizing ‘Trekking’/ ‘Excursion’ for them. Recently, an initiative has been taken to organize ‘Rock- climbing and River-crossing’ Training for them in Guwahati (Rock fields behind State Zoo and Basishtha river- Southern side of Guwahati in Assam-Meghalaya border area). One teacher (Advanced Ranger leader) and 10 students (3 Rangers and 7 Rovers) participated in it.
(ii) Dr. S. Kumar, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry had contribution in this . That, on 12/11/2014, faculties and students h ad been to an adjacent village of Daboka, Nagaon District. There they organized one awareness camp for fluoresis disease. After a brief speech on the subject matter, they provided a method in public as to how fluoride can be reduced from subsoil water source.
15 valuable butterfly species were observed during the trekking in Basishtha forest area. These species will be documented after identification with the help of Zoology (Entomology) Department (Gauhati University). Students will be involved in this.
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.
Not applicable
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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?
Not applicable
3.2.3 What are the financial provisions made available to support student research projects by students?
Partial funding in the form of students travelling concession by train is provided otherwise no other hard currencies are provided.
3.2.4 How does the various departments/units/staff of the institute interact in undertaking inter-disciplinary research? Cite examples of successful endeavors and challenges faced in organizing interdisciplinary research.
No inter-disciplinary research work has been done so far.
3.2.5 How does the institution ensure optimal use of various equipment and research facilities of the institution by its staff and students?
Since in-house laboratory based research works are usually done by the science , so the optimal use of various equipments, chemicals are made under the strict supervision of the concerning faculties and laboratory assistants. Most of the departments of humanities departments are performing student research related works outside the purview of the ‘Laboratory System”.
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.
No
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.
Name Total Grant Name of Name of Duration Total Grant (Rs) Sl of the Received Faculty the (Year) From Title of the project No funding Till date member project To Sanctioned Received agency (Rs)
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A study of physical parameters and chemical pollutants of Tube-wells, Minor Ring-wells and PHE water in Hojai Dr. S. 2 years 01 Research Sub-Division Rural area, Nagaon, UGC 80, 000/- 80, 000/- 80, 000/- Kumar 2010 – 2012 Project Assam mostly inhibited by tribel people and to provide simple method and technology for safe drinking water.
Mr. T. K. 2 Years Introduction of Lie group and 02 --do-- UGC 1, 20, 000/- 90,000/- 90,000/ Saha 2010 – 2012 application to Differential Equations.
Job Satisfaction and Teaching Mrs. B. 2 Years competence in relations to teacher 03 --do-- UGC 70, 000/- 45, 000/- 45, 000/- Duwarah 2010 – 2012 attitude of the Secondary school to a class of Nagaon District of Assam.
Quality of drinking water of LP, ME Mr. S. 1.5 Years and High School in the Nagaon 04 --do-- UGC 79, 000/- 79, 000/- 79, 000/- Mitra 2010 – 2012 District with particular reference to Hojai Sub- division.
X – ray spectral variability of some Mr. R. 1.5 Years 05 --do-- NLS1 galaxies with special reference UGC 1, 00, 000/- 80, 000/- 80, 000/- Sarmah 2011 – 2013 to MRK 335
Demographic and Socio-economic 1.5 Years changes of Sonowal-Kacharis of 06 Mrs. P. Das --do-- UGC 1, 30, 000/- 85, 000/- 85, 000/- 2011 – 2013 Assam, with special reference to Tinsukia District.
Dr. D. 1.5 Years Some Magnetohyhydrodynamics Heat 07 --do-- UGC 1, 70, 000/- 1, 42, 000/- 1, 42, 000/- Kalita 2011 – 2013 and Mass Transfer problems
Urbanization and its impact on the Mrs. B. 1.5 Years 08 --do-- farm sector….A case study of Hojai UGC 1, 35, 000/- 1, 05, 000/- 95, 000/- Hazarika 2011 – 2013 Sub-division
Mr. D. 1.5 Years Privatization of Education 09 --do-- UGC 1,50,000/- 1,10,000 1,10,000/- Biswas 2011 – 2013
Taxonomic survey of the genus Dr. U. 1.5 Years Dioscorea L. in Karbi Anglong district 10 --do-- UGC 1, 10, 000/- 67, 000/- 67, 000/- Phukan 2011 – 2013 of Assam and its uses by different ethnic tribes of the district.
Antapur-er Swar: Atmakathan-er 1.5 Years Stree-parba (voices from inside: The 11 Mrs. J. Das --do-- UGC 1, 30, 000/- 1, 15, 000/- 1, 15, 000/- 2011 – 1013 female chapter of Autobiography Written in Bengali)
A Comparitive Study of UGC 1, 20, 000/- 1, 20, 000/- Dr. B. P. 1.5 Years 12 --do-- Cooperativeness and Indirectness in 1, 50, 000/- Verma 2013 – 2014 Shaw’s ‘Pygmalion’
Minor Examination and Evaluation system of Md. N. I. 1.5 Years 13 Research Primary Education in the Hojai Sub- UGC 85, 000/- 65, 000/- 65, 000/- Barbhuyan 2012 – 2013 Project Division.
14 --do-- Study of Medicinal plants used by the UGC 1, 30, 000/- 77, 000/- 77, 000/- Mr. D. 1.5 Years
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Goswami 2012 – 2014 Dimasa Tribes of North East
Mrs. B. 1.5 Years Micro finance through self helf group 15 --do-- UGC 1, 50, 000/- 1, 15, 000/- 1, 15, 000/- Bori 2013- 2015 in Golaghat District Assam.
Assessment of Human Pathogens (E. Coli, Vibrio Cholerae and V. Parahamolyticus), Arsenic, Fluoride Dr. S. 1.5 Years and other Health Significant Water 16 --do-- UGC 92, 000/- Nil Nil Kumar 2013 – 2015 Quality Parameters of Surface and Ground water of Hojai Sub-Division Nagaon, Assam with special reference to Flood affected area.
Sulfenylation reactions of Dr. S. R. 1.5 Years 17 --do-- diphenyldisulfides mediated by metal UGC 1, 17, 000/- Nil Nil Acharjee 2013 – 2015 ions – a study
Major Social and Demographic Profile of Dr. B. K. 18 Research 2012 – 2014 Assamese ICSSR 6, 90, 000/- 5, 92, 000/- 5, 92, 000/- Bhatta Project
3.3 Research Facilities
3.3.1 What are the research facilities available to the students and research scholars within the campus?
In science stream, students do perform their project related research works with the help of laboratory; these are supervised by the respective faculties of the department. As regards research scholars are concerned, this institute does not have Ph.D Research oriented recognized laboratory in science stream but this institute have Ph.D supervisors in humanities which are recognized by various universities. Ph.D scholars are getting benefit out of those supervisors. Mention may be made in this context that in ‘Commerce Faculty’ one faculty, Sri Azmal Haque Choudhuri is doing Ph.D works under the same faculty, under the supervision of Dr. K. Mukherjee, under Gauhati University.
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?
Faculties of science stream are exercising their appropriate efforts to recognize their laboratories by the affiliating university. In the event of being recognized by the university, many of the faculties will rush for Ph.D and this will ultimately motivate them to perform in emerging areas. In case of humanities, research works on emerging areas too.
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.
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No.
3.3.4 What are the research facilities made available to the students and research scholars outside the campus / other research laboratories?
Other than educational tour, no other academic activities leading to research works are being done, outside the campus. In case of research scholars, concerned university does provide the laboratory facility especially in case of science scholars and in humanities research scholars are free to move to research libraries within the country.
3.3.5 Provide details on the library/ information resource center or any other facilities available specifically for the researchers?
The central library of this institute is having both physical (hard copy) and on-line information system. The central library has subscribed ‘nlist-inflibnet’ package wherein research scholars can have a better opportunity to have information pertaining to Ph.D works etc. Faculties are availing this facility randomly.
3.3.6 What are the collaborative researches facilities developed/ created by the research institutes in the college? For ex. Laboratories, library, instruments, computers, new technology etc.
NIL
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)
NIL
∗ Original research contributing to product improvement
NIL
∗ Research studies or surveys benefiting the community or improving the services
NIL
∗ Research inputs contributing to new initiatives and social development
NIL
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
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3.4.3 Give details of publications by the faculty and students:
∗ Publication per faculty ∗ Number of papers published by faculty and students in peer reviewed journals (national / international) ∗ Number of publications listed in International Database (for Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.) ∗ Monographs ∗ Chapter in Books ∗ Books Edited ∗ Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers ∗ Citation Index ∗ SNIP ∗ SJR ∗ Impact factor ∗ h-index Refer to page no. 260 for details of publication
3.4.4 Provide details (if any) of
∗ research awards received by the faculty:
NIL
∗ recognition received by the faculty from reputed professional bodies and agencies, nationally and internationally:
NIL
∗ incentives given to faculty for receiving state, national and international recognitions for research contributions. NIL
3.5 Consultancy
3.5.1 Give details of the systems and strategies for establishing institute-industry interface?
NIL
3.5.2 What is the stated policy of the institution to promote consultancy? How is the available expertise advocated and publicized? NIL
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3.5.3 How does the institution encourage the staff to utilize their expertise and available facilities for consultancy services?
Usually the authority encourages going for consultancy and resource mobilization activities.
3.5.4 List the broad areas and major consultancy services provided by the institution and the revenue generated during the last four years.
NIL
3.5.5 What is the policy of the institution in sharing the income generated through consultancy (staff involved: Institution) and its use for institutional development?
NIL
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?
Along with academic excellence Hojai College promotes community service as part of our Institutional Social Responsibility for the holistic development of the students. A whole range of diverse out-reach and extension activities related to community service is undertaken in the neighbourhood from time to time. The Students’ Union, the NCC, NSS, Scout and Guide, Women’s Cell and departmental extension Cells of the college are actively involved in promoting institution-neighbourhood relationship. Activities ranging from purely educational to cultural and sports and yogic and medico-educational have cemented the bond between the College and the local people and are in conformity with our institutional social responsibility.
3.6.2 What is the Institutional mechanism to track students’ involvement in various social movements / activities which promote citizenship roles?
The faculty members accompany and supervise the activities during community services and the NCC, NSS, Scout & Guide and the various committees keep the principal informed and submit reports afterwards.
3.6.3 How does the institution solicit stakeholder perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution?
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The college solicits the views and opinion of the stakeholders like the students, parents, Alumni and the eminent persons from the society on the overall performance and the quality of the institution.
The vision, mission, goals and objectives of The Institute are mentioned in the prospectus which is provided to the students at the time of admission. Also the same is displayed on The College web site.
Parents can give feedback during parent- teacher meeting, organized by thedepartments in any circumstances like lack of attendance, poor result, etc.
The staff meetings are conducted on regular basis to discuss issues regardingacademics and administrative work.
The alumni member of our college can communicate via social network sites like facebook, linkedin etc.. They can put their views to Alumni Cell.
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.
Extension activities are planned on holidays or vacations. The professor in charge of NSS, Scout & Guide, the NCC officer select the date and location and the student volunteers are informed before hand and with resources donated by teachers and students and sometimes with financial assistance from the college, such activities are undertaken. With small budgetary provision activities are carried out. A list of some activities are detailed here.
i) Under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Satyajit Kumar of the Chemistry department a survey was conducted in 15 villages under Hojai subdivision of Nagaon district on Flourosis disease which had hit newspaper headline and a furore was created in the Assam Legislative Assembly. The survey highlighted that nearly 80% of the population of these villages suffered from Flourosis disease which affects bones , teeth and nerves. The disease is caused by a high concentration of fluorides in drinking water. Dr Kumar had suggested that government should install water supply system and provide Flouride free, arsenic free water to the rural populace and had also suggested to the people to adopt immediate remedial measure by using potash alum and lime through precipitation process and to use Vitamin C also. ii) Dr. Sujit Ranjan Acharjee , Associate Prof. In the Department of Chemistry conducts popular talk programmes in the schools of the neighbourhood for the popularisation of science among school children and to generate a scientific attitude. iii) Mr Tapash saha of the Department of Mathematics, under the aegis of the Assam Academy of Mathematics conducted a Mathematics Olympiad for the school and college students and has been doing it continuously for 10 years.
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iv) The teachers of the college –Mr Pradip bagchi of Zoology , Mr R.K.Rath of English, Dr Satyajit Kumar of Chemistry, Mr Subhajit Chakraborty of Physics, Dr Sujit Ranjan Acharjee of Chemistry and Dr Manjit Saikia of Botany departments respectively imparted part-time coaching to hundreds of TET ( Teacher Eligibilty Test) candidates for two months at the Deshbandhu Vidyapith auditorium and at the Ravindra Vidyalaya . The result was noticeable when a good number of candidates qualified themselves in the TET examinations are now appointed in various schools. v) A Blood Donation camp was organised by the college in collaboration with the Assam Aids Control Society at the Ramkrishna Sebashram premises at Hojai on 13th May 2013. Students donated blood and created awareness about donating blood to save precious lives. vi) A Health awareness Camp with emphasis on mother-child health was organised in Kumrakatta village in collaboration with HAMM Hospital & Research Centre in August 2012. vii) Dr Utpal Phukan of the Department of Botany, who has an additional interest in Music composition and who is an accomplished musician and a computer savvy person encouraged tribal talents of Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao by composing music for their audio and video albums in his spare time. Even he has received an award, namely “Rangsina Sarpo” for Best Music Director of the year 2013 by the Department of Cultural Affairs of the Autonomous Hill District Council of Karbi Anglong for his creative extension activities. viii) Mr Debajit Baruah , a popular sports activist has encouraged popularisation of football among the youths of Hojai and its adjoining rural areas by organising matches in the local stadium and his organisational ability has been put to good use by the Hojai Sports Association where he devotes a little of his time beyond college hours. ix) Dr Abhijit kataky and Mrs Barnali Hazarika , Mrs Caroline Basumata and Mr Premsagar Prasad , all faculties of the college, by virtue of their association with “The Art of Living, Scout and Guide and NSS respectively have taken the students of the institution to remote rural locations and have ensured the involvement of the students in extension activities as part of our Institutional social responsibility. x) A science exhibition with the theme ‘Environment” was organised for the students of New Dawn English Academy at the initiative of Prof. Pradip Bagchi of the Zoology Department and other teaching staff of the college xi) Mr. R.K.Rath, Mr Rashid Ahmed, Mr. A.H.Choudhury and Mr Nazrul H. Barbhuyan -faculty members of the college extended help to the ANTSE , a talent search examination in the Northeast in which around 50,000 students participate in moderating the questions . xii) With a view to encouraging students for taking up adventure sports as one of their co-curricular activities, a three-day ‘Rock-climbing and River-crossing Training’ was organized jointly by Hojai College Unit of Bharat Scouts and Guides and Assam Mountaineering Association on 7th , 8th and 9th November at the Rohini
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Kumar Bhuyan Rock field in Guwahati behind the State Zoo at the initiative of Dr. Mrs. Caroline Basumata, Associate Professor in Zoology. A eleven- member team of Scouts and Guides (1 Advance Ranger leader, 3 Rangers and 7 Rovers) (Table 1) participated in this Programme. The instructors of AMA were: Mr. Dhruba Borah (Leader), Mr. Suresh Boro (Asst. Leader), Mr. Rajani Kanta Deori (Asst. Leader), Mr. Parag (Asst. Leader) and Mr. Ratan Basumatary. xiii) In a bid to motivate the students and teachers of different Colleges under the Hojai- Dima-Hasao Zone to inculcate work culture amongst them, the ACTA Women Cell (Dima- Hasao- Zone) organized a workshop on ‘Tie and Dye’ (Designing in cloth by tying with thread and dying) in collaboration with Hojai College Teachers’ Association and Hojai College Women Cell. xiv) Mr Azizul Haque, Associate Prof. And Head of the Deptt. Of English completed MSW ( Master of Social Work) from IGNOU, Guwahati Regional Centre in 2014 and Conducted a series of awareness programmes on Drinking Water and Sanitation in the remote rural areas of Udali , Lanka, Naukhati and Khagarija in association with the Anfar Foundation, Hojai and International Relief and Welfare, New Delhi, both prominent NGOs. 200 number of public lavatories and 160 wells were constructed under the aegis of these NGOs. Mr Haque is also adviser to Assam Education Awareness Movement in the Block Education Media Office, Binnakandi, Nagaon a programme under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting , Govt. Of India, to popularise education among the rural masses.
Apart from these activities, the college celebrates all important days like World Environment Day , Women’s Day etc in the college and conducts competions among the students to spread awareness about the significance of these occasions.
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?
NCC, NSS , Scout & Guide of the college have garnered the active support of the student members and they volunteer for social work as per the plan of their supervising officer and the college authority.
NCC :
Under the supervision of Major Debajit Baruah the following activities were undertaken :
i) In connection with NCC Day and other occasions Hojai College NCC wing has organizes various social activities like cleanliness programme, Cycle Rally, Plantation, Blood Donation camp etc from time to time in Hojai ii) NCC cadets and NCC Officer of Hojai College has rendered restless services to the Civil Administration in Parliamentary and State Assembly Elections for maintaining law and order situation.
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iii) NCC cadets and Officer has helped civil administration in “ Voters Awarness Campaign” during Assembly Election 2011. iv) In connection with prime Minister “SWASH BHARAT ABHIJAN” Hojai College NCC cadets also organized cleanliness program under the guidance of NCC Officer Capt D. Baruah in Hojai locality in Nov. 2014.
NSS
i) NSS Programme officer Prem Sagar Prasad has participated in the Training of Trainers Programme on “Social Harmony and National Unity” organized by the centre for youth and Peace Building Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development in collaboration with NSS Regional Centre, Gauhati from 26- 30th July 2014 at Circuit House Dimapur, Nagaland. ii) The members of NSS unit of Hojai College also participated in a blood donation camp organized by Ram Krishna Mission, Hojai on Vivekananda’ s 150th Anniversary along with the Programme Officer. iii) The members of NSS celebrated “World Environment Day” in association with HCTA and IQAC of Hojai College on 5th June 2014 with much fanfare. iv) NSS unit of Hojai also organized “Swach Bharat Abhiyaan” by participating in cleanliness drive in the nearby area of Hojai College.
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?
Dr. S. Kumar, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry had contribution in this direction. That, on 12/11/2014, faculties and students h ad been to an adjacent village of Daboka, Nagaon District. There they organized one awareness camp for fluoresis disease. After a brief speech on the subject matter, they provided a method in public as to how fluoride can be reduced from subsoil water source.
Fifteen (15) valuable butterfly species were spotted during the trekking in Basishtha forest area. These species will be documented after identification with the help of Zoology (Entomology) Department (Gauhati University). Students will be involved in this.
Mr Azizul Haque, Associate Prof. And Head of the Deptt. Of English completed MSW ( Master of Social Work) from IGNOU, Guwahati Regional Centre in 2014 and Conducted a series of awareness programmes on Drinking Water and Sanitation in the remote rural areas of Udali , Lanka, Naukhati and Khagarija in association with the Anfar Foundation, Hojai and International Relief and Welfare, New Delhi, both prominent NGOs. 200 number of public lavatories and 160 wells were constructed under the aegis of these NGOs.
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Mr Haque is also adviser to Assam Education Awareness Movement in the Block Education Media Office, Binnakandi, Nagaon a programme under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting , Govt. Of India, to popularise education among the rural masses.
A Blood Donation camp was organised by the college in collaboration with the Assam Aids Control Society at the Ramkrishna Sebashram premises at Hojai on 13th May 2013. Students donated blood and created awareness about donating blood to save precious lives.
A Health awareness Camp with emphasis on mother-child health was organised in Kumrakatta village in collaboration with HAMM Hospital & Research Centre in August 2012.
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.
The extension activities have impacted the student positively. The students gained first hand ground knowledge about the socio-economic conditions, sanitation, lack of awareness of the people about environment and health related issues and this is going to motivate them to further specialised research on improving the conditions and finding scientific solutions by applying their theoretical knowledge.
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?
Students of diverse communities and diverse places from the remote rural and tribal areas around Hojai come to Hojai College for studies. The parents and villagers of the students readily accept any initiative to undertake community oriented social work and extend all sorts of cooperation . As such it becomes easy for our students and volunteers to continue their activities. The local people in fact, appreciate the initiatives.
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.
Our college has a good relationship with the other colleges, schools and NGOs. Mention may be made of the SOS Children’s village and the HAMM Hospital and Research Centre , Ajmal Foundation, Markazul Maarif , Hojai Sports Association etc. And the GPs and FMCs of the rural areas.
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3.6.10 Give details of awards received by the institution for extension activities and/contributions to the social/community development during the last four years.
Data Not Available.
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.
Since Hojai is a backward place the facilities around here for advanced research is very skimpy and limited. Our faculty members who pursue research normally get the facilities at the university or research organisation where they are registered . Individual teachers have collaborative arrangements with the universities and Research associations of the state and the country.
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.
No formal MOU has been signed at the institution level but faculties have arrangement with the Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata , Institute of North-East Studies, Gauhati University, Assam University, Diphu campus, IGNOU, IDOL, KKHandique State Open University etc.
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.
Interaction with the Hojai Chamber of Commerce, Hojai Agarwood Association, Hojai Sports association, R&D of Ajmal Group , Hojai Municipal corporation, take place periodically and their assistance is sought when called for.
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 following eminent persons visited the college in connection with National seminar / Workshop during the last four years.
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Sl. Name Designation Occasion Date No 1. Prof. K.K.Deka Vice Chancellor, National Seminar on 10 & 11 Dibrugarh University, “Bio-Diversity.....” November Assam 2010 2 Prof. B.B. Choudhury Head, Computer National Workshop 25-03-12 to Vision and Pattern on “High Level 31-03-12 Recognition, ISI, Programming Calcutta. Language.. “ 3 Dr. M.Q.Khan Former Vice Workshop on 04-04-12 Chancellor, Berhampur ‘Translation” University, Odisha 4. Prof. Gayatri Goswami HOD, Education, National Seminar on 18 to 20 April, Guwahati University. “Demographic 2013 Changes...” 5. Dr. Udayan Misra Formerly Professor in National Seminar on 9 & 10 May English, Dibrugarh Representation of 2013. University and ICSSR Women in English National Fellow Fiction from N.E. 6. Dr. Tillotomma Misra Formerly Professor in National Seminar on 9 & 10 May English, Dibrugarh Representation of 2013 University Women in English Fiction from N.E. 7. Prof. Nandana Dutta Professor, Dept. Of National Seminar on 9 & 10 May English, G.U. Representation of 2013 Women in English Fiction from N.E. 8. Prof. Bishnu Charan Professor, Dept. Of National Seminar on 9 & 10 May Das English,Assam Representation of 2013 University, Diphu Women in English Campus Fiction from N.E. 9. Dr. Nigamananda Das Professor, Dept. Of National Seminar on 9 & 10 May English,Nagaland Representation of 2013 University, Kohima Women in English Fiction from N.E. 10. Dr.Jogendra Nath Director of College Seminar on 23-12-2013 Kalita Dev. Council, G.U. “Semester System.. “ 11. Dr. Amalendu Head, Dept. Of Seminar on 23-12-2013 Chakraborty Bangla, G.U. “Semester System.. “ 12. Dr. Sailen Bharali Retd. Jawarlal Nenhru National Seminar on 29 & 30 Professor at G.U. “Mamoni Raisom August,2014 Goswami 13. Arun Goswami Literateur National Seminar on 29 & 30 “Mamoni Raisom August,2014 Goswami 14. Sangeeta Saikia Asst. Prof. at Biswa National Seminar on 29 & 30 Bharati, ShantiNiketan, “Mamoni Raisom August,2014 West Bengal Goswami
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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 -
a) Curriculum development/enrichment b) Internship/ On-the-job training c) Summer placement d) Faculty exchange and professional development e) Research f) Consultancy g) Extension h) Publication i) Student Placement j) Twinning programmes k) Introduction of new courses l) Student exchange m) Any other No linkage has resulted in signing formal MOU.
3.7.6 Detail on the systemic efforts of the institution in planning, establishing and implementing the initiatives of the linkages/ collaborations.
Efforts are on to effect linkages with formal MOUs and the Research Cell of the college has been exploring ways and means in this direction.
Any other relevant information regarding Research, Consultancy and Extension which the college would like to include.
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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 aims at providing standard infrastructure and conducive environment that should provide effective teaching and learning. The management makes efforts to expand the infrastructure with the growing needs of the institution.
4.1.2 Detail the facilities available for
a) Curricular and co-curricular activities – classrooms, technology enabled learning spaces, seminar halls, tutorial spaces, laboratories, botanical garden, Animal house, specialized facilities and equipment for teaching, learning and research etc
b) Extra –curricular activities – sports, outdoor and indoor games, gymnasium, auditorium, NSS, NCC, cultural activities, Public speaking, communication skills development, yoga, health and hygiene etc.
Hojai College is situated on a sprawling 13 acre( 52,610 Square Metre) campus in the sylvan surrounding of the “Rice Bowl” of Assam , Hojai. With a built up area of 4700 sq.m covering 9 blocks of buildings, the class rooms, office, library, laboratories and other facilities are housed. The built up area comprises
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33 class rooms including 8 Halls 18 Departmental rooms 6 laboratories 1 central library 3 office rooms 1 each for NCC, IQAC and Examination 1 Hall for Boys Common Room 1 Hall for Girls’ Common Room 1 Gymnasium
4.1.3 How does the institution plan and ensure that the available infrastructure is in line with its academic growth and is optimally utilized? Give specific examples of the facilities developed/augmented and the amount spent during the last four years (Enclose the Master Plan of the Institution / campus and indicate the existing physical infrastructure and the future planned expansions if any).
During the 4 year period from 2010-11 to 2013-14 the following development in infrastructure has taken place.
A new Buildings housing the Chemistry Laboratory and department room and the Physics Laboratory and Departmental room have completed. Six (6) new rooms on the 1st floor in the new Arts Block were completed. Extension of a large Hall on the Commerce Block was completed. Block Brick Flooring and beautification of the campus was done. New Bike and Car Shed was completed. Night guard quarters were built anew . Two new Wash /Toilet facilities-one in Commerce Block and another in the New Arts Block were completed. General maintenance was conducted
The amount spent on developing/augmenting facilities mentioned above amounted to Rs.1,40,84,542/- ( One Crore forty Lakh Eighty Four Thousand Five Hundred forty Two Rupees)
4.1.4 How does the institution ensure that the infrastructure facilities meet the requirements of students with physical disabilities?
Even though the number of students with physical disability is few and far between, the college , nonetheless is not oblivious to the need that may arise now and then. Most of the General Class rooms, library, office room, cash counter are housed on the ground floor. The 4th grade staff on duty have been given special instruction to assist them. The general students have been sensitized to the need of the students with physical disability and they readily help .
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4.1.5 Give details on the residential facility and various provisions available within them:
Hostel Facility – Accommodation available Recreational facilities, gymnasium, yoga center, etc. Computer facility including access to internet in hostel Facilities for medical emergencies Library facility in the hostels Internet and Wi-Fi facility Recreational facility-common room with audio-visual equipments Available residential facility for the staff and occupancy Constant supply of safe drinking water Security
The college lacks hostel facility at this time.
The Gymnasium attracts a lot of students who use the facilities for exercise, body building and play other indoor games .
The Scout and Guide unit maintains a First Aid Tool Kit and attends to preliminary needs in case of injury, accidents etc. No developed health care facility is available.
Almost all the Departments have computer with internet connection and students have guided access to them.The Library has computer with internet connectivity and have access for browsing and downloading study materials . Teachers have been given INFLIBNET passwords to access the wide network of universities and e-book sites.The Network resource Centre also allows students to learn the basics and browse online sites for study related material under the watchful eye of a supervisor .
Both the Boys Common Room and the Girls’ Common Room are provided with indoor game facilities to spend the time . Newspapers and drinking water facilty is alsoprovided.
Staff quarter provision is not there but for the night guards residential facility in the campus has been provided.
Constant drinking water supply has been made available. Cool filtered water points have been provided in strategically suitable places for students to use. For the office staff and faculty additional filters have been provided in the departments.
Two security guards apart from two night guards are in service.
4.1.6 What are the provisions made available to students and staff in terms of health care on the campus and off the campus?
Except First Aid of a very general nature health care facility in the campus is lacking. However, off campus health care is immediately provided since HAMM Hospital &
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Research Centre, a private charitable multi speciality hospital is within 1 km radius of the college. The Hojai PHC is not far away either.
4.1.7 Give details of the Common Facilities available on the campus – spaces for special units like IQAC, Grievance Redressal unit, Women’s Cell, Counselling and Career Guidance, Placement Unit, Health Centre, Canteen, recreational spaces for staff and students, safe drinking water facility, auditorium, etc.
The College does not have auditorium and Health Centre. Placement unit is also not in place. But other common facilities listed above, like IQAC Room, Grievance Redressal unit, Women’s Cell, Counselling and Career Guidance, Canteen are quite in good shape and these facilities are delivering to their optimum potential.
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?
The library has an Advisory Committee and is comprised of the following members:
Chairperson/President : Principal Member Secretary : Librarian Members : Vice- Principal 3 (three) senior faculty members from three streams.
The composition of the present Committee is as under-
Dr Biman Kr. Bhatta, Principal Prof. M.K. Bhattacharjee, Vice-Principal A. Bhattacharjee, Librarian Prof. B.N. Sing, Prof. L. Patgiri, Prof. T. K. Saha
The committee discusses infrastructural and academic requirements of the library and formulates the developmental plans. It also takes decisions to complete the purchasing procedure and decides over the procurement of dailies/weeklies. Important decisions taken by the Library committee during last five years are:
Installation of SOUL software. Preservation of back volumes of journals & periodicals. Strengthening manpower. Extension of library building.
4.2.2 Provide details of the following:
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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)
Total area of the library (in Sq. Mts) 315 sq.mts (ground+mezzanine floor) Total seating capacity Presently, 25 seats for students & 10 seats for teachers are available. But, there is a plan to expand the seat capacity up to 50 very shortly. Working hours (on working days, on Working days : 9 am – 4.30 pm holidays, before examination days, Holidays : Closed during examination days, during Before examination : 9am – 4.30pm vacation) During Exam. : 9am – 4.30 pm During vacation : 10 am – 4.00 pm Layout of the library (individual reading Attached as Annexure 1 (Present seating carrels, lounge area for browsing and arrangement is going to be changed very soon relaxed reading, IT zone for accessing since we have had an expansion of library e-resources) building) 4.2.3 How does the library ensure 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.
Requisitions for books according to the current needs are invited from the departmental Heads through a notice circulated by the Principal. The book lists are submitted to the Librarian. Books are mostly purchased from publishers’ house, local suppliers, Book Fairs or some other sources as decided by the Library Committee. Journals are selected by the departmental faculty members.
Given below the statement of amount spent for different purchase during the last four years-
Year 2009-10 Year 2010-11 Year 2011-12 Year 2012-13 Library holdings Number Total Cost Number Total Cost Number Total Cost Number Total Cost
2408064.0 Text books 18909 1554419.00 19475 1641144.00 21783 2017064.00 24901 0 Reference Books 483 52489.00 492 55159.00 576 77593.00 614 86891.00
Journals/ Periodicals 15 8816.00 16 9266.00 19 13166.00 19 13166.00
e-resources Any other (specify) 48 18 35 CD / Video
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4.2.4 Provide details on the ICT and other tools deployed to provide maximum access to the library collection?
OPAC Electronic Resource Management package for e-journals Federated searching tools to search articles in multiple databases Library Website In-house/remote access to e-publications Library automation Total number of computers for public access Total numbers of printers for public access Internet band width/ speed 2mbps 10 mbps 1 gb (GB) Institutional Repository Content management system for e-learning Participation in Resource sharing networks/consortia (like Inflibnet) Preparing to start. Presently the librarian OPAC / assistant librarian does clear up any queries asked for. Electronic Resource Management package for e-journals Subscriber of N-List
Federated searching tools to search articles in multiple No databases No, details about library are given on Library Website College’s website www.hojaicollege.org In-house/remote access to e-publications Nil
Library automation Under process 02 (3 more computers are going to be Total number of computers for public access installed shortly) Total numbers of printers for public access 01
Internet band width/ speed 2mbps 10 mbps 1 gb (GB) Broadband/Speed 2mbps
Institutional Repository Yes
4.2.5 Provide details on the following items: Average number of walk-ins Average number of books issued/returned Ratio of library books to students enrolled Average number of books added during last three years Average number of login to OPAC
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Average number of login to e-resources Average number of e-resources downloaded/printed Number of information literacy trainings organized Details of “weeding out” of books and other materials
Average number of walk-ins 200/day Average number of books issued/returned 100-120/day Ratio of library books to students enrolled 8:1 Average number of books added during 2041 last three years
Average number of login to OPAC Nil Average number of login to e-resources 5/day Average number of e-resources 1/day downloaded /printed Number of information literacy trainings No such training is organized till date. The students organized are guided in the library as per their need.
Details of “weeding out” of books and Weeding out is done once in three years. Normally, other materials these books are stored in a separate corner. Important books which can be repaired are sent for binding. The number of books damaged beyond repair is 219.
4.2.6 Give details of the specialized services provided by the library
Manuscripts Reference Reprography ILL (Inter Library Loan Service) Information deployment and notification (Information Deployment and Notification) Download Printing Reading list/ Bibliography compilation In-house/remote access to e-resources User Orientation and awareness Assistance in searching Databases INFLIBNET/IUC facilities
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Manuscripts Nil Reference Users have access to newspapers, Journals/ periodicals, reference books (not for issue) available in the library. Reference books are rarely issued to teachers for overnight. Reprography Photocopying facility ILL (Inter Library Loan Service) No Information deployment and Notices are hung on the notice board. Besides paper cuttings of notification (Information Deployment important or interesting information, news clips, photos, write ups and Notification) from students are displayed on the library wall- magazine. Download Yes Printing Yes
Reading list/ Bibliography compilation Accession Register is maintained.
In-house/remote access to e-resources Nil
User Orientation and awareness Imparted in the library itself as and when required by the users.
Assistance in searching Databases Yes
INFLIBNET/IUC facilities Using Soul2.0 and N-List
4.2.7 Enumerate on the support provided by the Library staff to the students and teachers of the college.
The library staffs are very supportive and co-operative towards the users. Though the library practices open access system but the staffs are always available to help the students and teachers in all its aspects especially when they are in search of books or any other related materials.
Library staffs keep the library clean and tidy and try to provide an user friendly environment.
Library maintains a question bank section for use of students and teachers.
The faculty members are free to take any number of books at any time during the college hour.
General students are normally issued two books and major students three books at a time but they are also allowed to take more books when the situation calls for.
The library is in process of partial automation which will certainly be more beneficial for users.
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4.2.8 What are the special facilities offered by the library to the visually/ physically challenged persons? Give details.
Physically challenged persons are helped by the library staffs in every possible way as and when required. They are not allowed to go to mezzanine floor and are given priority of claim as far as possible. However, there is no such special provision for visually challenged persons so far.
4.2.9 Does the library get the feedback from its users? If yes, how is it analysed and used for improving the library services. (What strategies are deployed by the Library to collect feedback from users? How is the feedback analysed and used for further improvement of the library services?)
Previously the library used to take feedback verbally from its users and sometimes they used to put forward their demands through applications. But recently a suggestions box is being installed to get the feedback from users for better performances.
4.3 IT Infrastructure
4.3.1. Give details on the computing facility available (hardware and software) at the institution.
a) Number of computers with Configuration (provide actual number with exact configuration of each available system):
Nos. of Computers Nos. Configuration Office (including Principal’s office, Laptop – 4 (Intel dual core & core i3 ) general branch, accounts branch, Library, Desktop – 38 (10 nos. of Wipro, IQAC, NCC, UGC Network Resource 29 Compaq, HP and Dell-with Core i3, Centre, Examination branch etc.) Dual core and AMD Athlon; 28 nos. of assembled with Intel Core i3, Dual Departments 15 core, AMD Athlon) Total 44
b) Computer-student ratio:
Computers are provided to the students in their respective departments. Students use it to fulfil the requirement of their syllabus component and other are allowed to access computers in the library.
Dept. of Botany – 1:12 (Sem VI Major for Bioinformatics) Dept. of Mathematics – 1:5 (for exercising C++ language) Dept. of Physics -1 : 30 (Sem VI Major for Fortran, Clang.) Dept. of Commerce – 5 : 28
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(Sem VI for Information Technology Practical with internet facility in the laboratory of UGC Network Resource Centre) Dept. of Education – 1 : 22 (Sem VI Major for Psychology experiments) c) Stand alone facility: This facility is provided only in the library. d) LANfacility: LAN provided to 15 nodes.
From UGC Network Resource centre LAN is provided to 11 departments and office, IQAC, NCC, office of Remedial coaching centre. Other are not provided because of more distance, although internet facility has been provided by separate broadband line under the scheme National Knowledge Network connectivity. e) Wifi facility:
Wifi is opened for the office of the Principal only.
f) Licensed software:
4 nos. of OS as pre loaded in branded desktop computers
Wind 8 , 7 & Win Vista.
1 copy of Win XP Sp2 purchased by office of the Remedial coaching centre and the genuine antivirus softwares are purchased year by year.
g) Number of nodes/computers with Internet facility:
Total 24 nodes provided in the campus, in all the departments (except Manipuri department) Library and office.
h) Anyother:
4 nos. of LCD Projectors.
4.3.2 Detail on the computer and internet facility made available to the faculty and students on the campus and off-campus?
On Campus--
2 Computersexisting in the library for stand alone access with internet facility(3 more computerspurchased and going to be installed immediately after completion of extended part of library).
5 departments(5 departments mentioned in 4.3.1.b) allow student to access the computers for their syllabi work and also the internet under the guidance of departmental faculty and staff.
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15 departments (including above 5 departments) have computers with internet facility and departmental faculty may allow their respective students for their syllabi work. There is no restriction for the students from the administration.
Off Campus – Nil.
4.3.3 What are the institutional plans and strategies for deploying and upgrading the IT infrastructure and associated facilities?
Future plans
To provide computers to all the departments with internet facility.
To provide more nos. of computers to those departments require for their syllabi works of students.
To provide permanent LCD projector to some departments those who have more necessity regarding the subjects.
To increase the number of computers and internet in the library after completion of the new extended library building (construction going on & to be completed very soon).
4.3.4 Provide details on the provision made in the annual budget for procurement, up- gradation, deployment and maintenance of the computers and their accessories in the institution (Year wise for last four years)
Details here-
Heads Year 2010-11 Year 2011-12 Year 2012-13 Year 2013-14
Procurement 3,12,861.00 1,48,685.00 7,34,666.00 10,650.00 Up gradation ------Deployment 2,276.00 3,950.00 -- 1,500.00 Maintenance 35,379.00 76,480.00 32,233.00 87,292.00
Total 3,50,516.00 2,29,115.00 7,66,899.00 99,442.00
4.3.5 How does the institution facilitate extensive use of ICT resources including development and use of computer-aided teaching/ learning materials by its staff and students?
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Students of Sem VI (Major), Botany in Bioinformatics, They are exercised to prepare genetic models through accessing the gene bank of national and international research centers by the online software BLAST.
4.3.6 Elaborate giving suitable examples on how the learning activities and technologies deployed (access to on-line teaching- learning resources, independent learning, ICT enabled classrooms/learning spaces etc.)by the institution place the student at the centre of teaching-learning process and render the role of a facilitator for the teacher.
Nil
4.3.7 Does the Institution avail of the National Knowledge Network connectivity directly or through the affiliating university? If so, what are the services availed of?
No
4.4 Maintenance of Campus Facilities
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)?
a. Building b. Furniture c. Equipment e. Vehicles f. Any other
The allocation and utilization of available financial resources for construction, maintenance is as given in the following :
2009-10 INCOME EXPENDITURE
Opening Balnce 3579493.69 1 Salary 20316666
1 Grant Received from 2 Buildings(Construction and 1948884
i) UGC 4530500 Maintenance)
ii) Distance Education Council 3 Library & Laboratory 340512
iii) Other Central Govt. Depts. 4 Scholarship 283815
2 Grant Received from State Govt 19385668 5 Other Expenses 3114597
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3 Tution Fee 1064172
4 Other Fees 1267424 Closing Balance 7117885.69
5 Sale of Application Form 65100
6 Other Income 3230002
TOTAL 33122359.69 Total 33122359.69 2010-11
INCOME EXPENDITURE
Opening Balnce 7117880.69 1 Salary 36488868.90
1 Grant Received from 2 Buildings(Construction and 3117378
i) UGC 871500 Maintenance)
ii) Distance Education Council 3 Library & Laboratory 123590.99
iii) Other Central Govt. Depts. 4 Scholarship 228236
2 Grant Received from State Govt 36176523.90 5 Other Expenses 4510178.11
3 Tution Fee 1175503
4 Other Fees 1442707 Closing Balance 3998710.69
5 Sale of Application Form 130000
6 Other Income 1552848.10
TOTAL 48466962.69 Total 48466962.69
2011-12
INCOME EXPENDITURE
Opening Balnce 3998763.69 1 Salary 30526972
1 Grant Received from 2 Buildings(Construction and 3669376
i) UGC 767000 Maintenance)
ii) Distance Education Council 3 Library & Laboratory 100957
iii) Other Central Govt. Depts. 4 Scholarship 176011
2 Grant Received from State Govt 46269295 5 Other Expenses 15681149
3 Tution Fee 1025520
4 Other Fees 5151048 Closing Balance 7934788.69
5 Sale of Application Form 140000
6 Other Income 737627
TOTAL 58089253.69 Total 58089253.69
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2012 - 13
INCOME EXPENDITURE
Opening Balnce 7916208.08 1 Salary 52981547
1 Grant Received from 2 Buildings(Construction and 3458656
i) UGC 1859000 Maintenance)
ii) Distance Education Council 3 Library & Laboratory 247134
iii) Other Central Govt. Depts. 4 Scholarship 305930
2 Grant Received from State Govt 53666106 5 Other Expenses 3292867
3 Tution Fee 155498
4 Other Fees 5275842 Closing Balance 10450710.08
5 Sale of Application Form 163475
6 Other Income 301232
TOTAL 70736844.08 Total 70736844.08
2013 -14
INCOME EXPENDITURE
Opening Balnce 10573568.69 1 Salary 52681977
1 Grant Received from 2 Buildings(Construction and 3839132
i) UGC 1019000 Maintenance)
ii) Distance Education Council 3 Library & Laboratory 228347
iii) Other Central Govt. Depts. 4 Scholarship 205560
2 Grant Received from State Govt 51745680 5 Other Expenses 14149432
3 Tution Fee 1841340
4 Other Fees 6506745 Closing Balance 4628017
5 Sale of Application Form 163475
6 Other Income 3824558
7 Interest 6194
TOTAL 75732465.69 Total 75732465.69
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4.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for maintenance and upkeep of the infrastructure, facilities and equipment of the college?
The Principal himself retains power to assign specific overseeing work to the 3rd grade and 4th grade staff. Any repair etc when needed are reported to the Principal who directs the office staff under him to inspect immediately and 4th grade staff contact the artisans, carpenter, electricians, plumbers, gardeners , sweepers etc to attend to the task.
The college maintains a stock register for the available equipment, benches, and desks and insists upon the verification of stock at the end of every year. Also missing or damaged items are noted. The Principal takes steps for immediate maintenance and servicing.
The prospectus clearly mentions that the students must not damage college property. During college functions the principal and faculty exhorts the students to develop a sense of belonging for the institution.
There is a provision for fund allotment for maintenance and upkeep of the infrastructure and facilities and equipments.
4.4.3 How and with what frequency does the institute take up calibration and other precision measures for the equipment/ instruments?
The registered suppliers of scientific instruments and other machineries and equipments and other such companies are allowed to make a survey of the equipments status and they quote for the servicing and a comparative statement is prepared and the orders are issued every year to those companies which the Governing Body feels best.
4.4.4 What are the major steps taken for location, upkeep and maintenance of sensitive equipment (voltage fluctuations, constant supply of water etc.)?
• UPS which are old and out of order are kept in a separate room and handed over to mechanics for repair or disposed off by burying them deep in a remote corner in the campus.
• Separate water tanks are available for each block to store necessary water for the day and it is filled up during night time by the maintenance people who work round the clock. • The College has plumber and electrician to maintain infrastructure. • College appoints contingent staff to maintain college premises; garden cleaning etc.
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• Laboratory bearer keep the labs neat and clean and in fine order.
• The power backup facilities available are: two Honda portable generator sets, and inverters etc.
• For any variation in voltage which is likely to affect computers, UPS is used which takes care of any minor variation in input voltage.
Any other relevant information regarding Infrastructure and
Learning Resources which the college would like to include.
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 prospectus of The College is updated every year and provided with the forms to the applicants. It contains :
Vision, Mission Courses offered Rules for admission Available subject combinations and groups in the academic programmes Regulations of Attendance List of Faculty Members Department wise. Information about facilities available, like library, etc. Internal Mark system Various Committees Discipline Regulation Academic calendar. The College website www.hojaicollege.org has all the relevant information necessary for the students. The College email id is [email protected]
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The College is dedicated to the mission of providing quality education to the students of this rural and backward area. It has been the constant endeavour of the faculty and management to adopt transparency in its admission policy, financial management , administration method and evaluation.
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 Institution ensures the availability of various kinds of scholarships/concessions to students.
Two types of scholarships are currently available . From government /university and from college . As soon as scholarships are received from the government it is immediately distributed to the students through bank cheque.
The college Students’ Union has a Students’ Aid Fund which helps poor and meritorious students financially to facilitate their admission to the college.
The scholarship details provided for SC/ST, BC and MBC are listed below
No. of Students & Amount Year From College Total Amount Amount Govt.(Nos) (Nos) 2009-10 24 73,050 70 70,000 1,43,050/- 2010-11 54 2,70,995 80 64,000 3,34,995/- 2011-12 42 1,96,660 80 64,000 2,60,660 2012-13 03 9000 85 68000 Total 123 5,49,705 315 2,66,000 8,15,705/-
5.1.3 What percentage of students receive financial assistance from state government, central government and other national agencies?
About 10% of the students receive financial assistance from governmental agencies.
5.1.4 What are the specific support services/facilities available for :
Students from SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker sections Students with physical disabilities Overseas students Students to participate in various competitions/National and International Medical assistance to students: health centre, health insurance etc. Organizing coaching classes for competitive exams Skill development (spoken English, computer literacy, etc.,) Support for “slow learners”.
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Exposures of students to other institution of higher learning/ corporate/business house etc. Publication of student magazines
SC, ST , OBC and students of other weaker sections of society enjoy the privileges granted by government in terms of reservation of seats . The college has provision under UGC scheme to provide remedial coaching to them free of cost. Another UGC scheme benefits the SC,ST , OBC, Minorities students by providing coaching for competitive examinations for entry in to services under state and central government. Students with physical disabilities also enjoy the advantages under government schemes . We don’t have overseas students. Students participating in University level inter-college competitions, state and national level competitions are properly groomed and trained by the faculty having sufficient proficiency in the respective areas. Depending on the size of the team faculty members or in-charge of the co-curricular branches accompany the students as guides. The college makes available the necessary funds for their expenditure from the respective funds from the Students’ Union as well as from the college fund. The college with assistance from the UGC Resource centre organises computer literacy programmes for the students as well as for the staff. A 24 days workshop on computer literacy was held in the college from 1st March 2011 to 24 March 2011 for the non-teaching members of the college. Department mentoring and remedial coaching for slow learners is done at the Major course level mostly but general pass course students are also taken care of. The Students’ Union publishes the annual college magazine with a majority of contributions from the students themselves.
5.1.5 Describe the efforts made by the institution to facilitate entrepreneurial skills, among the students and the impact of the efforts.
Faculty members of the Commerce department counsel the students on entrepreneurship development from time to time. A few years back a state level workshop was held in the college.
5.1.6 Enumerate the policies and strategies of the institution which promote participation of students in extracurricular and co- curricular activities such as sports, games, Quiz competitions, debate and discussions, cultural activities etc.
∗additional academic support, flexibility in examinations ∗special dietary requirements, sports uniform and materials ∗any other
Students take interest in extracurricular activities not only for entertainment and enjoyment purposes, but to gain and improve skills. A wide and diversified range of extracurricular activities exists in the college campus The college focuses on ECA to
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ensure the all-round development of students. Along with academics, students are encouraged to participate in these activities in the college, subdivision ,district , state and national level.
The students are encouraged to participate in cultural programs and competitions like Essay writing, quiz, story writing, poetry, singing , dancing, acting , painting, modelling, quiz, debate , elocution, slogan writing and poster-making.
They also celebrate important days of national and international importance. The students in NSS, Scout and Guide and NCC organise many events like Tree Plantation, Blood Donation, Say No to Drugs campaign and many other socially productive and useful programmes.
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 Remedial Coaching Centre(RCC) established in Hojai College with financial assistance from the UGC (XI Plan Period) on 8th May 2010 continued to provide coaching and guidance to the weaker students belonging to SC/ST/OBC students.
The Cell on Coaching for entry in Services also continued its activity and got very good response from the students. It later proved beneficial to many students who got qualified for the TET examination for appointment as teachers in government schools
The teachers of the college –Mr Pradip bagchi of Zoology , Mr R.K.Rath of English, Dr Satyajit Kumar of Chemistry, Mr Subhajit Chakraborty of Physics, Dr Sujit Ranjan Acharjee of Chemistry and Dr Manjit Saikia of Botany departments respectively imparted part-time coaching to hundreds of TET ( Teacher Eligibilty Test) candidates for two months at the Deshbandhu Vidyapith auditorium and at the Ravindra Vidyalaya . The result was noticeable when a good number of candidates qualified themselves in the TET examinations are now appointed in various schools.
5.1.8 What type of counselling services are made available to the students (academic, personal, career, psycho-social etc.)
The College provides Academic Counseling ,and Career counseling to its students. There are class committees and meetings are conducted at every 15 days interval to know the problems of the students and counseling is offered to those who face any type academic problems. There is a Career Counseling and Guidance Cell which guides and instructs the students about all opportunities and competitive exams etc. It also assesses knowledge and skill needs of students, chalks out skill and personality development strategies for
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them and assists them to gather information about various career options through seminars and expositions by experts. activities) .
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 prepare themselves for interview and the percentage of students selected during campus interviews by different employers (list the employers and the programmes).
There is no placement cell but the career guidance cell proves quite helpful in giving required information about prospective employers in private organisations and government sectors .
5.1.10 Does the institution have a student grievance redressal cell? If yes, list (if any) the grievances reported and redressed during the last four years.
Yes. There is a grievance Redressal Cell . The students come with grievances regarding infrastructure, subject combinations, admission and other issues. The cell promptly takes up the issue and in consultation with the principal, ifnecessary, resolves them.
During College week the students normally come up with demand for additional funds. During filling up the forms for final examination the students ask for extension of time. These grievances are dealt with by reasoning with the students and finding acceptable solutions to their grievances, if they are genuine.
5.1.11 What are the institutional provisions for resolving issues pertaining to sexual harassment?
There is a Cell to deal with cases of sexual harassment. Fortunately, no case has come up as yet.
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. The name of the members are printed in the prospects with the phone numbers and during new admissions , the students are told to report fearlessly any such cases.
5.1.13 Enumerate the welfare schemes made available to students by the institution.
There is a portfolio in the College Students’ Union named Students’Aid Fund. The secretary to this portfolio is directly elected by the students . It is the job of the secretary of the Students’ Aid Fund to notify in the college and union office notice
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board about the facilities to avail help. He receives applications and put them for consideration in the union meeting which is attended by the Prof. in charge and by the Principal at times. Eligibilty criteria as set already determines the beneficiaries.
There is Group Insurance scheme for the students which is a unique feature of this college.
Besides, scholarship for SC, ST, OBC, MOBC and Minority students are provided by State and Central government.
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? There is an Alumni Association and it has applied for registration . During a meeting of the Alumni Association prior to the opening ceremony of the Golden Jubilee Celebrations in May 2014 it has been decided that the Alumni Association will donate substantially towards infrastructure development of the college. So far it has not materialised.
5.2 Student Progression
5.2.1 Providing the percentage of students progressing to higher education or employment (for the last four batches) highlight the trends observed.
Student progression %
UG to PG 15 to 20 % PG to M.Phil. 5.2. PG to Ph.D. 2 Employed Pro Campus selection vid Other than campus recruitment e det ails 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.
Programme wise Details of Pass Percentage of Last 4 years
2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 Class Appea % Appea Passe % Appea Pas % Appe Pass % Passed red Pass red d Pass red sed Pass ared ed Pass B.A-Part-1 319 138 43.20 B.A-Part-2 153 101 66 195 90 46.15
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B.A. Part-3 137 103 75 151 98 64 132 91 68 B.Sc. Part-1 70 29 41 B.Sc Part-2 38 29 76.31 43 32 74.41 B.Sc Part-3 32 26 81.25 29 24 82.75 38 34 89.47 B.Com Part-1 68 38 55.88 B.Com Part-2 77 45 58.44 46 31 67.39 B.Com Part-3 29 26 89.65 50 39 78 37 27 72.97 B.A. Ist Sem 440 139 31.59 414 195 47.10 466 283 60.72 B.A. 2nd Sem 435 174 40 383 217 56.65 456 275 60.30 B.A. 3rd Sem 318 152 47.79 356 232 65.16 B.A. 4th Sem 291 216 74.22 338 219 64.79 B.A. 5th Sem 240 218 90.83 B.A. 6th Sem 227 149 65.63 B.Sc. Ist Sem 76 33 43.42 114 60 52.63 157 87 55.41 B.Sc. 2nd Sem 70 40 57.14 100 44 44 144 102 70.83 B.Sc. 3rd Sem 70 57 81.42 102 53 51.96 B.Sc. 4th Sem 68 57 83.82 97 72 74.22 B.Sc. 5th Sem 59 49 83.05 B.Sc. 6th Sem 56 47 83.92 B.Com.Ist Sem 150 95 63.33 157 71 45.22 146 75 51.36 B.Com 2nd Sem 147 107 72.78 138 82 59.42 140 102 72.85 B.Com 3rd Sem 122 77 63.11 141 102 72.34 B.Com 4th Sem 121 72 59.50 133 88 66.16 B.Com 5th Sem 115 96 83.47 B.Com 6th Sem 110 85 77.27
5.2.3 How does the institution facilitate student progression to higher level of education and/or towards employment?
Student progression is facilitated by the following :
• Counselling motivation helps in student progression to higher level of study and employmenty • The periodical visit of subject experts to the college in their capacity of invited guests during talk/lecture programmes, seminars and workshops motivate the students for building up their career, and give valuable tips for preparing and facing the interviews. • Talks on time management, capacity building and personality development for the students are organized by the faculty members as well as guests.
5.2.4 Enumerate the special support provided to students who are at risk of failure and drop out?
Class teachers normally identify the slow learners . During mentoring sessions these students are psychologically motivated and assured of help by the teachers. Morale boosting and confidence building pep talks by the teachers often help a lot .
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5.3 Student Participation and Activities
5.3.1 List the range of sports, games, cultural and other extracurricular activities available to students. Provide details of participation and program calendar.
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.
SPORTS ACTIVITIES OF HOJAI COLLEGE
Hojai College is quite active in the field of games and sports which are summarized below :
football :
Participated in Gauhati University Inter College Football Tournament in 2012 at Rangapara College, Sonitpur District and played up to quarter final level
Participated in Assam Club Championship 2011 at Nurul Amin Stadium Nagaon.
Champion in Inter Club A Division football tournament organized by District Sports Association, Hojai in 2004 to 2008 and 2011 and 2012. Runners up in 2009,2010 and2013.
Hojai College has produced many District level footballer and one Class II category IV football Referee of Assam Football Association.
volleyball :
Hojai College volleyball team won champion trophy in Inter Club Volleyball competition organized by Hojai District Sports Association in 2009.
Participated in GU Inter College V olleyball Tournament in 2011 organised by Udalguri College, Udalguri
Participated and played up to semi final in GU Inter College Volleyball
Championship at Sarusagai Stadium, Guwahati organized by Abhiruchi Institute of Physical Education, Guwahati.
cricket :
Participated in “A” Division Inter Club Cricket Competition in 2009,2011, 2012 and 2013 organized by District Sports Association, Hojai.
Produces good number of district cricket player in the age group of U-16, U-17 and U-19 under Assam Cricket Association.
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Hojai College has produced two NCA (National Cricket Academy) Coach and has produced two class III level umpire.
Participated in GU Inter College Cricket Tournament organized by university law college students’ union in GU complex in 2011.
Hojai College successfully organized and participated in GU Inter College Cricket Championship in 2006.
athletics :
3 athletes won silver and bronze medal in long jump and 800 m race in U-17 gp in Inter District Athletic Meet at Titabor, Jorhat District organized by Assam Athletic Association
15 athletes of Hojai College have participated and won medals in various disciplines in Inter Club Athleti Meet organized by Hojai District Sports Association.
Besides, we have a well equipped Gym for physical development of our students and a Basketball Court, a volleyball court, a badminton court, two numbers of TT board and other consumable sports equipments. But we are in lacking of sports infrastructure facilities like a good play ground, indoor hall, athletic track etc. to impart training facilities to our students.
DEBATE & QUIZ
Our students make their presence felt in an emphatic manner by winning prizes in debate and quiz in various inter-college as well as state level competitions. Very recently our c students won two prizes in the vest debator category and one prize in the team category.
Achievements in Debate :
Mr Bhanu Poudel , a 3rd Semester student won the best debator prize in the Sukdev Goswami Memorial All Assam Inter-college Debating Competition organised by ADP College, Nagaon on 8th September 2014.
Mr Bhanu Poudel won the 3rd Best Debator in the All Assam Prize Money Inter College Debate Competition organised by ‘Pragjyotika’, Titabor on 12th November 2014.
In the Team competition the debating duo of Bhanu Poudel and Parvis Alom Laskar were adjudged the 2nd Best Debating Team in the Sukdev Goswami Memorial All Assam Inter College Debating Competition organised by ADP College, Nagaon on 8th September 2014.
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Nineteen (19) students participated in various individual and group events in Inter college and youth festival competitions in 2011-12 period and 7 of them got individual prizes and other 12 won accolades for the college in group events.
In the “ Sukdev Goswami Memorial All Assam Inter College Debate Competition” held at A.D.P. College, Nagaon our combination of Tapash Mazumdar and Subham Kar were adjudged the best teamin 2011.
In the Inter College Youth Festival held at Gauhati University in 2011 a student of Hojai College, Miss Barnali Das won the Bronze medal in Folk Song category.
In the same Youth festival Miss Tanushree Dutta won the Silver Medal in ‘On the Spot Painting’ event.
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?
During important occasions like Foundation Day of the college, Annual College week functions and Golden jubilee celebrations, the Alumni are invited and they are encouraged to participate. On such occasions feed back is received from them as to their views on the present facilities, quality and ways of further improvement. The social media like face book, linkedin and blog sites etc provide a golden opportunity to exchange views and establish contact with their alma mater.
5.3.4 How does the college involve and encourage students to publish materials like catalogues, wall magazines, college magazine, and other material? List the publications/ materials brought out by the students during the previous four academic sessions.
The Annual College magazine published by the Students’ Union encourage the students to contribute articles, poems, anecdotes, humour , essays etc and facilitates development of their intellectual and creative urge. Every Department has its wall magazine and students contribute their writing to it regularly. The national seminars provides the advanced students the opportunity to present papers also.
5.3.5 Does the college have a Student Council or any similar body?
Give details on its selection, constitution, activities and funding.
Yes, there is a Students’ Union the members of which are directly elected every year by the students. There is a constitution of the union and the elected body takes oath after election to work for the interest of the students as a whole and to uphold and enhance the image of the institution.
5.3.6 Give details of various academic and administrative bodies that have student representatives on them.
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There are a number of committees but student representatives are included in the Construction Committee , Golden Jubilee Celebration Committee.
5.3.7 How does the institution network and collaborate with the Alumni and former faculty of the Institution.
With the wide use of mobile phones and internet social networking sites communication has become very easy. Through mobile messaging service, email and facebook etc the alumnbi and former professors are contacted. On some important occasions of the college they are invited .
Any other relevant information regarding Student Support and
Progression which the college would like to include.
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
Making education a means to create an enlightened society by training the students to foster the freedom of the mind, the humanity of the heart and the integrity of the individual so that they can realize the great ideals of economic justice, social equality and political freedom and the power of human resources.
MISSION
To impart quality education, keeping in view the need of the times and harmonizing it with the cultural matrix of our society
and to
Equip the students with commonsense, sanity, coolness, self-control and hard work so that they can effectively counter the menace of communalism, intolerance, gender bias, violence , hatred and corruption
and to
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Foster and sustain interest in physical and social sciences, arts and culture and to increase the employability of the students in a meaningful way.
If our country is to find a pride of place in the comity of nations and to set standards in the new era of global competence, it has to find its lost moorings. But a country besieged with poverty , illiteracy and corruption in public life is ill equipped to do that. What is needed is a strong sense of patriotism and educational empowerment of the poor, the marginalised and the deprived sections. To make the rural youth participants in the nation building process they must be educated and empowered. Oour college, situated in a backward area with a high concentration of minority and tribal population , has been fulfilling its avowed objective of imparting education to these people in order to empower them so as to realise the potential of our democratic system.
6.1.2 What is the role of top management, Principal and Faculty in design and implementation of its quality policy and plans?
The policy of the top management and faculty of Hojai College is to keep the institution abreast of the latest development in knowledge so as to give the best in terms of quality to its students. With this objective the management insists on a work culture and acquisition of knowledge .
Management of the college vests with the the Governing Body which is headed by a president who is required to be an educationist . The Principal is the ex-officio secretary and the Vice Principal is an ex-officio member. There are two teachers representatives , three guardian members that includes a woman member, and two members nominated by the university.
All policy decisions are taken by the G.B. and communicated to the faculty by the teacher members.
The faculty is actively involved in decision-making process. The faculties hold periodic meetings with their departmental Heads. Hence they are actively involved in the decision- making process to sustain and enhance quality of education imparted by the institution.
The college takes initiative in adapting modern management approach toachieve the best possible performance by collaborating the efforts of the Principal, faculty members and students.
The IQAC Cell of the institute includes members of Management, the Principal and the faculty members, and an external member which in its regular meetings re-define its quality policy and plans.
The staff meetings are focused on maintaining the quality and excellence in teaching and learning. As a consequence, the college started the remedial classes, and mentorship to improve academic performance of the weak students.
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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 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 Principal leads the college for the fulfilment of the stated mission.
Feedback is facilitated by the IQAC and Continuous improvement in the academic process is ensured through participation in seminars and conferences. The Principal constantly deputes faculty members for various seminars /conferences at the national/international level to enable the faculty to update their knowledge base and be exposed the recent trends in higher education.
Interaction with Stakeholders:
The college makes conscious efforts to build a healthy relationship with its stakeholder namely-Students, parents, alumni, industry
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?
Our plans and policies are interlinked with our commitment to expand access to higher education to rural youths without compromising the quality of teaching.
IQAC conducts a self-evaluative exercise for all the departments to draw a potential map of the strengths and weaknesses of the functioning of the college in various areas.
Various committees like Examination Committee, Planning Committee, Routine Committee, which have been established to facilitate efficient and smooth functioning of the college also evaluate the performance in their respective areas and submit the reports to the Principal. The committees are directed to prepare action plans and submit the same to the principal for approval. The Principal appoints the conveners for various committees and nominates the members of committees based on the potentials of the staff members. The guidelines defining the roles and responsibilities of the committees are communicated to the members. The committees carry out the projects taken up and at the end of the academic year the conveners submit the reports of the work done to the principal.
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6.1.5 Give details of the academic leadership provided to the faculty by the top management?
The president of the governing Body arranges meeting with the faculty members to get feedback and to convey his ideas about effective running of the institution.
The management encourages the faculty members to enhance their career by engaging them in workshops and practical sessions designed to give them the skills and confidence.
6.1.6 How does the college groom leadership at various levels?
The administration is supportive and encourages the involvement of the staff in the quality assurance and enhancement process of the institution. Various members are involved in developmental activities of the college such as Building Committee, Examination Committee, Admission Committee, Construction Committee, Beautification Committee etc. All committees are constituted with a judicious mix of junior members and senior members so that the younger members of the faculty imbibe the ethos and work culture of the college and get groomed for leadership. Women faculty members are also included and responsibility is given to them. Such an arrangement is conducive to institutional harmony and growth and has a synergetic effect..
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?
Classes are conducted as per routine but in major courses autonomy is given to the facultu to engage extra classes or lab experiments. Certain autonomy regarding classes and teaching methods etc are given to all departments and individual faculty except financial autonomy.
Various committees are formed and powers are delegated to conduct the extra-curricular activities. The members of such committees interact regularly and conduct activities collectively to promote holistic education. In the library, the librarian has equivalent autonomy to give suggestions regarding the purchase of books after having discussion with the Principal and the faculty members. The students may also give suggestions for purchasing books and periodicals.
6.1.8 Does the college promote a culture of participative management? If ‘yes’, indicate the levels of participative management.
The college is governed by a participative management which is actively involved in the administrative, academic and co-academic activities of the institution. The Hojai College Teachers’ Association which consists of entire faculty members makes valuable suggestions to the GB through its representatives which the GB views with seriousness. Participative management develops loyalty and a sense of belonging for the institution.
6.2 Strategy Development and Deployment
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6.2.1 Does the Institution have a formally stated quality policy? How is it developed, driven, deployed and reviewed?
No. But the Principal and the IQAC try their best to state the quality objectives suggested by NAAC and these are well communicated to all the teachers and staff of the College for better accomplishment.
6.2.2 Does the Institute have a perspective plan for development? If so, give the aspects considered for inclusion in the plan.
A perspective plan , both short term and long term , has been framed to achieve better growth and enhance quality and attain the stated objectives. The perspective plan encompasses the different aspects of the functioning of the college such as teaching and learning, Research and Development, Industry Interaction, Community engagement, Human Resource Planning, and Infrastructure. To implement these plans in a meaningful manner, adequate measures are taken to mobilize resources.
6.2.3 Describe the internal organizational structure and decision making processes.
PRESIDENT
G.B.
PRINCIPAL
Vice Principal IQAC Coordinator
Faculty Members
O F I C E S T A F F
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The G.B headed by the President is the head of the decision making body. The Principal is the administrative head and he is assisted by the Vice principal on administrative matter. He is also assisted by the IQAC coordinator . The office takes order from the Principal.
6.2.4 Give a broad description of the quality improvement strategies of the institution for each of the following:
• Teaching & Learning • Research & Development • Community engagement • Human resource management • Industry interaction
Teaching & Learning:
Efficient transaction of the teaching-learning process is ensured by the administration in Promoting professional development of faculty by providing support (i) to undergo refresher courses (ii) to equip themselves in modern pedagogical tools (iii) to pursue doctoral programmes and (iv) to attend and organize National and International Seminars.
Good infrastructure is provided for all-round personality development.
Research & Development:
The college has established Research Cell to promote research aptitude among faculty and students.
About 30% of our faculty is actively engaged in research activities and 28 research articles have been published by the faculty members in the last four years.
As many as 17 faculty members have completed their Minor Research Projects
4 Associate Professors are are guiding research
National and International Seminars are organized to promote research
Eminent scientists and speakers invited for talks
The College through the facility of INFLIBNET has been subscribing to online journals to promote a research environment. The facility of INFLIBNET is available for all the research scholars and lecturers.
Community Engagement:
The college has NSS and N C C units of Army wing and a Scout and Guide wing. The college encourages students to take part in NCC, NSS and other extension activities.
Projects are undertaken by the students in collaboration with the community.
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The college organizes various outreach programmes like Tree Plantation Drives, Blood Donation Camps, Anti- Drug Campaign,HIV/AIDS awareness lectures
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 Head of the institution ensures that adequate information is available for the management in the following ways:
• By holding periodical meetings to review the overall progress of the institution. • Through personal interactions with students • Through personal interaction of the principal with the • faculty and non-teaching staff and with the guardians • Through information available in student feedback forms
6.2.6. How does the management encourage and support involvement of the staff in improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the institutional processes?
The administration encourages and supports involvement of the staff for improvement of the effectiveness and efficiency of the institutional processes:
By holding periodic meeting with the committee members, staff and HODs and getting their suggestions and feedback. The management is very considerate and understands any personal need for leave etc. By this responsive attitude greater loyalty for the institution and a renewed interest to put in sincere work is ensured.
6.2.7 Enumerate the resolutions made by the Management Council in the last year and the status of implementation of such resolutions.
HOJAI COLLEGE:: HOJAI:: Assam
An emergent meeting of the Governing Body, Hojai College, Hojai is held today the 8th May, 2014 in the Principal’s chamber under the Presidentship of Dr SaradanandaDevGoswami, President Governing Body, Hojai College, Hojai to discuss the issue of construction of women’s hostel. Members Present: 1. Sd/- Dr. S.D. Goswami : President, Governing Body 2. Sd/- Dr. B.K. Bhatta : Principal & Secretary, GB 3. Sd/-Sri M.K. Bhattacharjee : V.P. Ex-officio Member 4. Sd/- Dr.SanouSingha : Member, GB (GU nominee) 5. Sd/- Mrs. JunuSarma : Member, GB (Guardian Nominee) 6. Sd/- Md. Layak Uddin Ahmed : Member, GB (Guardian Nominee) 7. Sd/- Dr. K. Mukherjee : Member (Teacher Representative) 8. Sd/- Sri LakshanPatgiri : Member (Teacher Representative)
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9. Sd/- Sri K.K. Chakraborty : Member, GB (Non-teaching staff Representative)
Resolution No. 1 : The Secretary, GB informs the members of the house about the visit of UGC Team on 7th May, 2014 for on the spot inspection of Women’s Hostel for which funds was released in two instalments during X th plan period by the UGC. A total of Rs. 22.50 lakhs was received in the year 2006(Rs. 12.50 lakhs vide letter No. F.1- 6/Acctt./NERO/2005-06/007 dtd. 18.4.2006 DD No. 109737 and Rs. 10.00 lakhs vide letter No. F.1-6/Acctt./NERO/2005-06/580 dtd. 23.10.2006 DD No. 116800) from the UGC. The selection of the site, the plan and design of the building and the foundation had been done by the then Principal Mr. Anjan Kumar Bhattacharjee, who was placed under suspension and finally dismissed from the service consequent to a judgement by the Hon’ble Gauhati High Court on charges of misappropriation of funds including the 1st instalment of UGC fund for construction of Women’s Hostel. Later on it was found that the structure was not at all suitable for a women’s hostel. But since a substantial amount had been spent on the structure, the GB decided to complete the building and subsequently to use it for class room purposes. The UGC team which came for on the spot inspection expressed dissatisfaction over the fact that UGC fund released for construction of Women’s Hostel has not been properly utilised. The members of the inspection team insisted that the college should built a Women’s Hostel as early as possible at an appropriate site in the college campus and sought an undertaking to that effect from the Principal. At this backdrop Principal urged upon the GB to discuss the matter and find out ways and means of allocating funds for construction of a Women’s Hostel and also submission of undertaking to the UGC. President GB expresses his concern over the issue and commented that the authority have no other option but to construct a hostel from the funds of the college as he has also been present during interaction along with Principal and other members of the staff. Vice Principal while defending the statement of the Principal expressed his satisfaction that the inspection team did not take any aggressive or punitive decision against the college which they could have done. Rather indirectly they indicated steps that may be taken to come out from the situation. Dr. K. Mukherjee also expressed his concern over the suggestion made by the team. He opined that the scene would have been worsening had the inspection team been insisted to follow the price indexation for refixing the amount of Rs 22.50 lakhs at present value. Dr.SonouSingha opines that a strategy may be developed for raising fund Secretary expresses that at the moment a maximum of Rs 3.00 lakhs may be utilised from the Building fund of the college to start with the work and another amount of Rs 9.00 lakhs (approx.) will be available in the Building Fund after the admission process is over by July this year. Thus altogether Rs 12.00 lakhs (approx.) may be utilised to start with the construction of the hostel and the rest amount needed to be collected from other viable sources. Md. L.U. Ahmed reminded that transfer of fund from one head to another would invite another trouble. Prof. L.Patgiri opined that since Dr. A.K. Dey, Special Invitee Member to the GB and the Local MLA was the then President of the GB, he may be requested for some financial
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help in this regard to the college. His opinion was supported by Dr. S. Singha. He further opined to raise funds from outside agencies/ stake holders. Vice Principal commented that funds can be generated from outside agencies and well wishers provided those were raised with the plea of Golden Jubilee and utilised in turn for specific commemorative cause of Golden Jubilee to build a Women’s Hostel. Principal and Vice Principal insisted on constitution of a specific Building Committee for the purpose as desired by the UGC Inspection Team with at least one woman member. Accordingly they suggested Mrs. D. Saha as women member of the Special Committee along with other members of the original UGC Bldg. Committee. After discussion the house adopts the following resolution a) Resolved that a suitable building for a Women’s Hostel be constructed at an appropriate site in the campus within a period of one year. b) Be it resolved that with reference to the UGC Inspection Team visit to the college for on the spot inspection of Women’s Hostel on 7th May, 2014, an undertaking be submitted by the Principal to the UGC that another building for Women’s Hostel will be constructed within one year at an appropriate site in the campus. c) Be it resolved that the new building for Women’s Hostel be constructed at the North-west side of the college campus bordering the boundary of the campus, leaving front site for Principal’s Quarter. d) Further resolved that the Building Fund of the college be utilised for the purpose of construction of the new building for Women’s Hostel.
Dr.SaradanandaDevGoswami President, Governing Body Recorded by: Hojai College, Hojai
(Dr.Biman Kumar Bhatta) Principal & Secretary Hojai College, Hojai
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?
No. As of now, Gauhati University has not introduced granting of autonomy status to affiliated 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?
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There is a Grievance Redressal Cell which takes up grievances related to students and guardians. Grievance against the institution in general and against faculty members, if any, are addressed by the Principal and the G.B
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 decisions of the courts on these?
No. No court case , by or against the college, during the last four years is pending .
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?
No. Student feedback is available on Teachers’ performance only.
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?
Faculties are encouraged to update their knowledge content by keeping abreast of latest information. They are encouraged to use the internet for study purposes and are deputed for Refresher and Orientation courses. Besides more and more teachers are urged to attend and conduct national/international seminars and contribute articles to quality research journals.
Autonomy, to certain extent, in matters of departmental activities also give them freedom and power to introduce their innovation in enhancing teaching-learning experience.
The office administration has undergone numerous stages of significant improvement over the past few years. The fee structure, salary, income tax, P.F., accounts and admission process, result record have been computerized. The office automation has ensured accuracy, accountability and transparency. The office staff members were given training on the use of computer for the implementation of the above programmes. The non-teaching staff members were given training on official etiquette, administration, time management, planning and execution of work.
6.3.2 What are the strategies adopted by the institution for faculty empowerment through training, retraining and motivating the employees for the roles and responsibility they perform?
Encouraging the faculty to participate in professional development programs such as Workshops/Seminars/Conference and FDPs etc. Faculty duties are rotated in different committees of the institute so that almost all faculty members get a chance at leadership. They are provided DL for attending workshop, Seminar and training programs held by other
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institutes and University. Other social security benefits like Insurance, medical leave, etc., are provided to the faculty members.
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.
The Principal makes continuous monitoring and evaluation over the following aspects of each faculty. Punctuality, competency, student motivation, time management, interpersonal skills, communication skills, attitude etc. Based on the evaluation, the staff members are reviewed and these are communicated to management. Moreover, the responsibilities assigned to the faculties are also evaluated based on the plan of action given at the beginning of the academic year and the report of the activities at the end of each academic year.
Teaching performance is by student feedback and evaluated at the end of the semester. All the faculty members have to fill self-appraisal forms. The attendance in each subject reflects the teaching capability of the faculty which is supervised by the HODs and next, by the Principal. The suggestion box, the visitor’s feedback book also provides the appraisal of the faculty.
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?
The outcome of the performance of faculty as reported by the Principal to the GB. The same is also communicated to the respective staff members and any short coming identified is brought to the notice of the staff for immediate rectification. The management advises the faculty to improve through application and training like attending orientation programs etc..
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?
Welfare schemes like Hojai College Staff Mutual Benefit Fund, Provident Fund, Group Insurance are in force and these schemes are intended to impart certain degree of financial security.
More than 50% of the teaching and non-teaching staff have benefitted from the welfare schemes during the last four years.
6.3.6 What are the measures taken by the Institution for attracting and retaining eminent faculty?
The permanent faculty members draw the UGC pay package which is lucrative. The non- sanctyioned and contractual teachers also get small hikes in pay from time to time , depending on the fund position of the college. Other factors are
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Providing a healthy working atmosphere , encouraging for career development especially to pursue Ph.D and providing necessary leave such as duty leave, medical leave, casual leave, , maternity leave, special leave etc.
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?
Projects and activities are planned taking in to account the planned outlay for short term and long term goals. Proper use and economy of expenditure is stressed. There is internal audit and external audit and utilisation certificates from Chattered accountants are required for UGC and central government funds.
Payments are made by cheque or DD only. Every bill is checked by the accountant before passing. For any purchase, quotations are invited from different suppliers and the most reasonable one is given the order after consultation with the Secretary of the management.
6.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for internal and external audit? When was the last audit done and what are the major audit objections? Provide the details on compliance. Internal audit is conducted by expert faculty members from Commerce and Economics Departments. External audit is done by government auditors.Last audit was done in 2010-11. No major objection was raised.
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 reserve fund/corpus available with Institutions, if any.
Major sources of institutional receipts are from UGC , the State government grants and admission and tuition fees of students.
Reserve Corpus at the present stands at Rs.3,98,774/-
The Income and expenditure statement of the last four years is as follows.
2009-10 INCOME EXPENDITURE
Opening Balnce 3579493.69 1 Salary 20316666
1 Grant Received from 2 Buildings(Construction and 1948884
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i) UGC 4530500 Maintenance)
ii) Distance Education Council 3 Library & Laboratory 340512
iii) Other Central Govt. Depts. 4 Scholarship 283815
2 Grant Received from State Govt 19385668 5 Other Expenses 3114597
3 Tution Fee 1064172
4 Other Fees 1267424 Closing Balance 7117885.69
5 Sale of Application Form 65100
6 Other Income 3230002
TOTAL 33122359.69 Total 33122359.69
2010-11
INCOME EXPENDITURE
Opening Balnce 7117880.69 1 Salary 36488868.90
1 Grant Received from 2 Buildings(Construction and 3117378
i) UGC 871500 Maintenance)
ii) Distance Education Council 3 Library & Laboratory 123590.99
iii) Other Central Govt. Depts. 4 Scholarship 228236
2 Grant Received from State Govt 36176523.90 5 Other Expenses 4510178.11
3 Tution Fee 1175503
4 Other Fees 1442707 Closing Balance 3998710.69
5 Sale of Application Form 130000
6 Other Income 1552848.10
TOTAL 48466962.69 Total 48466962.69
2011-12
INCOME EXPENDITURE
Opening Balnce 3998763.69 1 Salary 30526972
1 Grant Received from 2 Buildings(Construction and 3669376
i) UGC 767000 Maintenance)
ii) Distance Education Council 3 Library & Laboratory 100957
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iii) Other Central Govt. Depts. 4 Scholarship 176011
2 Grant Received from State Govt 46269295 5 Other Expenses 15681149
3 Tution Fee 1025520
4 Other Fees 5151048 Closing Balance 7934788.69
5 Sale of Application Form 140000
6 Other Income 737627
TOTAL 58089253.69 Total 58089253.69
2012 - 13
INCOME EXPENDITURE
Opening Balnce 7916208.08 1 Salary 52981547
1 Grant Received from 2 Buildings(Construction and 3458656
i) UGC 1859000 Maintenance)
ii) Distance Education Council 3 Library & Laboratory 247134
iii) Other Central Govt. Depts. 4 Scholarship 305930
2 Grant Received from State Govt 53666106 5 Other Expenses 3292867
3 Tution Fee 155498
4 Other Fees 5275842 Closing Balance 10450710.08
5 Sale of Application Form 163475
6 Other Income 301232
TOTAL 70736844.08 Total 70736844.08
2013 -14
INCOME EXPENDITURE
Opening Balnce 10573568.69 1 Salary 52681977
1 Grant Received from 2 Buildings(Construction and 3839132
i) UGC 1019000 Maintenance)
ii) Distance Education Council 3 Library & Laboratory 228347
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iii) Other Central Govt. Depts. 4 Scholarship 205560
2 Grant Received from State Govt 51745680 5 Other Expenses 14149432
3 Tution Fee 1841340
4 Other Fees 6506745 Closing Balance 4628017
5 Sale of Application Form 163475
6 Other Income 3824558
7 Interest 6194
TOTAL 75732465.69 Total 75732465.69
6.4.4 Give details on the efforts made by the institution in securing additional funding and the utilization of the same (if any).
The College has submitted applications to prospective donors in the private sphere and to state government departments for additional Funding.
The Department of Soil Conservation, Government of Assam made earth filling in the play ground and half of the work is complete as of now.
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?
The IQAC was constituted on 20th December 2007. But the college was passing through a crisis because the then principal was embroiled in a financial scam and was put under suspension and subsequently, after a long-drawn legal tussle , was dismissed from service. This was a great blow to the pace of progress. A number of temporary and in-charge principals took over successively and post-accreditation initiative took a back seat. However, the college soon regained its poise and gradually gained momentum. A new regular Principal joined in 2012 . The IQAC was formed, academic, research and co- curricular and infrastructure development issues became foremost in the mind of the faculty.
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As a result, during the last two years we have been able to invite NAAC for the 2nd Cycle Re-accreditation.
The composition of IQAC is as follows: a) Chairman : Dr. Biman Kumar Bhatta, Principal, Hojai College. b) Coordinator : Mr. R.K.Rath, Associate Professor, Dept. Of English c) Teacher Members:
1) Dr. K.Mukherjee, Associate Professoir, Dept. Of Commerce 2) Mr. L.Patgiri, Associate Professor, Dept. Of Accountancy 3) Mr. T.C.Kalita, Associate Professor 7 Head, Dept. Of Management. 4) Mr. S.Chakraborty, Associate Professor & Head, Dept. Of Physics. 5) Dr.U.Phukan, Assistant Professor, Department of Botany. d) Senior Administrative Member : Mr M.K.Bhattacharjee, Vice Principal e) External Experts :
1) Md. Newaj Uddin Ahmed, Secretary, Agar Merchants’ Association, Hojai 2) Sri Pradip Sureka, President, Chambers of Commerce, Hojaio.
The IQAC has been active in involving all the stake holders for the quality build up , quality sustenance and quality enhancement in all the seven prescribed parameter of institutional functioning. The IQAC insists on
• Teching plan, Lesson Planning , syllabus progress report . • Regular faculty meetings are arranged to monitor / guide academic progress. • Continuous evaluation process is followed including attendance, assignments, etc. • Daily attendance is maintained for each lecture of each semester. • Usage of various ICT tools is encouraged in teaching learning.
b. How many decisions of the IQAC have been approved by the management / authorities for implementation and how many of them were actually implemented?
A set of guidelines developed and recommended for teachers and students and office staff containing 20 points was approved by the G.B. All are being implemented. c.Does the IQAC have external members on its committee? If so, mention any significant contribution made by them.
There are two external members who are influential businessmen and social workers and their inclusion has created optimism in giving shape to many projects for which funding has become difficult. Efforts are on to derive the maximum benefit from their inclusion.
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d. How do students and alumni contribute to the effective functioning of the IQAC?
The students respond with enthusiasm to the IQAC initiatives in bringing about necessary reforms in the traditional attitudes and methods. They take active part in the programmes organised by IQAC and they submit their feed back honestly.
e.How does the IQAC communicate and engage staff from different constituents of the institution?
The IQAC has succeeded in conveying the idea that quality enhancement is a responsible team effort and the co-operation of even the lowest functionary in the institution hierarchy is significant. The IQAC suggests and advices on adopting new methods and the staff readily accept it. The general administration staff, the accounts staff, the functionaries of various committees and Cells, the Departmental Heads and the faculty members and the students come forward to be involved and bring about changes.
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 institution has an integrated framework for quality assurance of the academic and administrative activities. Several measures have been taken by the institute for strengthening its activities by integrating quality concepts a follow:
A schedule of academic and administrative activities is prepared every year and the IQAC monitors the operation of the schedule and sees that all activities will be carried out as planned according to the guidelines issued by the affiliating university.
The IQAC conducts regular meetings in which various initiatives are discussed before its implementation. These initiatives are usually related to teaching, learning and evaluation and counsel students to improve their academic performance and overall personality.
Students and faculty members are encouraged to participate in Conferences/Seminar/Workshops. Also they are motivated to present papers and publish research work in scientific journals/ Conference/ Seminar/ Workshop and remain updated on their subjects. Such activities are recorded and analyzed as a part of quality assurance.
Use of ICT facilities in class rooms and research activities.
Mentorship: Each faculty is allotted a group of students for counseling and to look into the students’ academic and other issues.
Remedial classes are organized for academically weak students.
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.
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6.5.4 Does the institution undertake Academic Audit or other external review of the academic provisions? If ‘yes’, how are the outcomes used to improve the institutional activities?
Academic audit has been in the agenda but so far it has not been conducted.
However, Student feedback, Staff Appraisal, Peer group interaction and Parent teachers meeting fulfils the requirement of academic audit.
6.5.5 How are the internal quality assurance mechanisms aligned with the requirements of the relevant external quality assurance agencies/regulatory authorities?
We follow the guidelines prescribed by NAAC and stick to it as far as practicable in the local situation.
6.5.6 What institutional mechanisms are in place to continuously review the teaching learning process? Give details of its structure, methodologies of operations and outcome?
The institution has implemented Teaching plan system, which helps all the faculty members to plan the delivery of the curriculum. The management and the Principal are regularly monitoring the planned execution of curriculum The faculty members meets the students on a regular interval under mentoring system to understand the students’ performance both in academic and non-academic areas, which makes the teaching learning process very effective. The Principal also meets the student representatives as and when required to further reinforce the effectiveness of teaching learning process.
6.5.7 How does the institution communicate its quality assurance policies, mechanisms and outcomes to the various internal and external stakeholders?
Quality assurance policy is clearly communicated to the faculty members in the staff meeting. The vision, mission and objectives of the institution are displayed in the campus and it s readily available in the handbook, website etc which constantly reminds all the stakeholders about their roles. The college website also provides details of the activities of the institution. All the activities and actions in the college are designed in such a way that the stakeholders would feel assured.
The college magazine is distributed to all the stakeholders associated with the institution and from it they gather information.
The achievements of faculty, students and the college are published in the local newspapers and on the institute website.
Any other relevant information regarding Governance
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Leadership and Management which the college would like to include.
CRITERION VII
INNOVATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES
7.1 Environment Consciousness
7.1.1 Does the Institute conduct a Green Audit of its campus and facilities?
The College has not initiated any formal method of green audit so far. But it tries to create awareness by organizing various activities on the campus and off the Campus on environment issues. Some of them are:
Celebration of World Environment day. ,Celebration of tree plantation program every year by NSS unit and by the College Beautification Committee.
As part of the course requirement for students of 1st and 2nd Semester , project work on environment allows the students practical involvement in field work.
Organizing seminar/ debate/poster competition on topics addressing global climate change, environmental issues etc. to create awareness.
Restricted use of mobile.
7.1.2 What are the initiatives taken by the college to make the campus eco friendly?
• Energy conservation • Use of renewable energy • Water harvesting • Check dam construction
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• Efforts for Carbon neutrality • Plantation • Hazardous waste management • e-waste management
The equipment are maintained regularly for smooth functioning and some old instruments are replaced with the new energy saving instruments. The college classrooms are airy and well lighted that they hardly need any artificial lighting. In non reading and non working areas, reduced lighting is used. Lights are switched off immediately when not required. Computers, printers etc. which are not in use are closed down and disconnected at the end of a day.
The college ensures that the vehicles of the faculty and the bikes of the students regularly conducts carbon emission test. Use of tobacco and cigarettes are strictly prohibited inside the campus. . Tree plantation drives are organized on a regular basis to create clean and green campus. The institute NSS unit and the Beautification Committee often organizes tree - plantation program inside and outside the campus. These planted trees are also maintained carefully.
Whenever programmes are arranged in the college, authorities ensure that the waste materials are taken away from the campus for safe disposal .
The institute does not deal in with any hazardous waste. E–waste materials are collected and kept in one place and are handed over to the concerned recycling agents.
7.2 Innovations 7.2.1 Give details of innovations introduced during the last four years which have created a positive impact on the functioning of the college.
There is a provision for sending group SMS to parents/guardians/students/staff.
Mentoring : A group of 25-30 students ( Fewer number in Major Classes) is assigned to a particular teacher who is his/her mentor. The mentor regularly monitors the academic and non academic activities of the students inside/outside the campus.
Feedback : – Students give the feedback about the faculty members at the end of the semester. Students are expected to do so for all the faculty members concerned with their class. Suggestion boxes : To solicit feedback from students, suggestion boxes are placed in the College. These boxes are placed at convenient places for the students to write their suggestions and drop in these boxes for the perusal of the College management.
Surprise Check : In order to ensure discipline among students especially in issues related to mobile phones, dressing, personal appearance, the college has constituted a surprise inspection by the
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Principal himself or by a faculty deputed by him. Generally any faculty member can report ant unwanted activity or anomaly in behaviour, dress code etc. Cultural Exposure : The college has established a tradition of inviting artist , musicians ,dancer of national and international repute in collaboration with SPICMACAY to expose the budding artist among the students to the artistic excellence of our country and for general appreciation.
7.3 Best Practices
7.3.1 Elaborate on any two best practices in the given format at page no. 98, which have contributed to the achievement of the Institutional Objectives and/or contributed to the Quality improvement of the core activities of the college.
BEST PRACTICE-I
1. Topic: “Towards Effective Empowerment of Staff”
Goal: To lend a quality of distinction to an institution the efficiency, commitment of the teaching and non-teaching staff is of vital importance. The college has been continuously striving to achieve this end. The college aims to :
1. Empower faculty members 2. Promote goodwill towards the institution 3. Ensure maximum utilization of expertise
3. The Context:
For a college located in a place like Hojai it is difficult to ensure retention of the newly recruited staff , especially those joining sanctioned posts.In order to build loyalty and commitment, this practice was adopted.
4. The Practice:
Academic and administrative staff play a pivotal role in the success of the institution. Therefore, the management has laid emphasis on their empowerment it has adopted the following practices: Staff is given ample opportunities to develop and showcase their skills and talents. Responsibilities are allocated according to their capabilities and expertise. Handing over responsibilty ensures personality development, instils leadership and supervision skills and increases their confidence. Significant contributions, both academic and non academic, are always acknowledged and appreciated by the management in staff council meetings.
Participation in seminars, workshops, are encouraged to ensure that the faculty and administrative staff update their knowledge and knowhow. Duty leave is given to teachers who attend the same. Higher studies and research are also supported by facilitating grants and leave.. Thus, teachers are encouraged to be role models to students in terms of pursuit of knowledge.
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Appreciation letters to such staff by the G.B. is issued so as to motivate them to continue their efforts and contributions. To maintain a good rapport among its staff, the management conducts “Social Evenings” in the college campus every year where the teaching and non-teaching staff meet in an informal manner. Various cultural programmes are also organized by the staff members which builds a sense of oneness among the staff. Every year staff tour and picnics are also organized where members of academic and administrative staff and their family go for a n one day outing and enjoy music, good food and gossip.
Apart from these, the management offers several welfare schemes for the well-being of its teaching and non-teaching staff. The vManagement has approved a Staff Mutual Benefit Fund to help the members financially at the time of need . Almost all faculty members and non-teaching staff are voluntary members. Part/ full payment for travel and registration to attend seminars/ workshops/ training programmes
Evidence of success: Staff of Hojai College is without doubt is the backbone of this institution. The ambience in the college provides a “feel at home “ feeling to the staff. The success of this practice is also evident from the number of applications received at the time of interview for the various teaching and non-teaching posts. The number of staff members leaving the organization, very low.
Problems Encountered and Resources Required :
The major problem encountered is the limited autonomy given to the faculty and staff and conflict between organizational and personal interests.
Contact Details Name of the Principal : Dr.B.K.Bhatta Name of the Institution : Hojai College City : Hojai Pin Code : 782435 Accredited Status : B-Grade Work Phone : 03674-252163 E-mail : [email protected] Mobile : 9435068618
BEST PRACTICE-II
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1. Topic : Developing reading skills in students . 2. Context: Students these days are becoming heavily dependent on tuition and ready-made study materials rather than text books. Only securing good marks by hook or by crook is uppermost in their mind and the parents also unthinkingly nurture and sustain this damaging habit. The students are deprived of qualitative and analytical thinking due to dependence on commercial guides. As a result the pleasure of reading and deriving wholesome intellectual pleasure is missing.
3. Objective: 1. To cultivate reading habit among the students 2. To understand and appreciate text book language 3. To understand the inherent meaning of the text 4. To derive wholesome intellectual pleasure. 5. To enlarge knowledge base and succeed in career examinations. 4. The Practice:
The students are encouraged to participate in reading in the class. They are assigned a part of the chapter to read by turns .
Students are encouraged to go to the library and read either text books or classics every day during their leisure periods rather than spending time in idle gossip . Students are encouraged to visit book fairs and buy books .
5. Evidence of Success : A phenomenal cgange has been seen as a result of the motivation of the faculty both inside and outside the class. Students are seen spending more times in the library. They are now discussing the content even during their leisure periods. More and more students visiting Book Fairs cat Guwahati and Nagaon which are held every year. Some students are also purchasing books online from Flipkart , Amazon and Infibeam.
6. Problems Encountered and Resource Required : The library reading room is very small and quite incapable of handling the growing numbers who come for reading. Some students can not afford to visit books .
Contact Details Name of the Principal : Dr.B.K.Bhatta Name of the Institution : Hojai College City : Hojai Pin Code : 782435 Accredited Status : B-Grade Work Phone : 03674-252163 E-mail : [email protected] Mobile : 9435068618
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EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENTS
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EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT
01. Name of the department: Department of Chemistry 02. Year of establishment: 1987 (18 -08 – 1987) 03. Name of the programmes / Courses offered: H.S & U.G. 04. Names of the interdisciplinary courses and the departments / units involved: NIL. 05. Annual / Semester / choice based credit system (programme wise): (a) H.S. = Annual (b) U.G. = Semester 06. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: No 07. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institutions etc.: NIL. 08. Details of courses / programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: None. 09. Number of teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil
Associate Professors 03 03
Asstt. Professors 01 01
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10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (D.Sc. / D.Litt. / Ph.D. / M.Phill. etc.
No. of Ph.D. No. of students Qualific- Design- Speciali- Years of Name guided for ation ation zation Experience the last 4 (till 2014) years Associate Organic Mr. Sushobhan Sarkar M.Sc. 27 NIL Professor Chemistry M.Sc. Associate Physical Dr. Satyajeet Kumar 20 NIL Ph.D. Professor Chemistry Dr. Sujit Ranjan M.Sc. Associate Organic 17 NIL Acharjee Ph.D. Professor Chemistry M.Sc. Assistant Inorganic Mrs. Shilpi Mitra 14 NIL M.Phill. Professor Chemistry Lecturer Mr. Biswabandhu Inorganic Joined on M.Sc. (Contractu NIL Thapa Chemistry 25/09/14 al)
11. List of senior visiting faculty : NIL 12. Percentage of lecture delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty : NIL
13. Student Teacher Ratio (Programme wise): *Session: 2013 – 14
Sl. No. Programme Student Teacher Ratio Sem – I Sem - II Sem – III Sem – IV Sem – V Sem – VI 01 UG (B. Sc.) Major Gen Major Gen Major Gen Major Gen Major Gen Major Gen 21:1 178:1 21:1 178:1 14:1 102:1 14:1 102:1 04:1 07:1 04:1 07:1 14. Number of Academic support stuff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled:
Staff sanctioned filled Total Academic support staff 06 06 06 (technical) Administrative staff 00 -- --
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc / D.Litt. / Ph.D./M.Phill./PG
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Name Qualification Mr. Sushobhan Sarkar M.Sc.
Dr. Satyajeet Kumar M.Sc. Ph.D.
Dr. Sujit Ranjan Acharjee M.Sc. Ph.D.
Mrs. Shilpi Mitra M.Sc. M.Phill.
Mr. Biswabandhu Thapa M.Sc.
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received:
Funding Total grant Name Project Title agency (Rs) Assessment of Human Pathogen (E. coli, Vibrio Cholerae and V. Parahamolyticus), Arsenic, Fluoride and other Dr. Satyajeet Heath Significant Water Quality Parameters of Surface UGC 97,000/- Kumar and Ground Water of Hojai Sub-Division Nagaon, Assam with special reference to Flood affected area. Dr. Sujit Ranjan Sulfenylation reactions of diphenyl disulfides mediated UGC 1,17,000/- Acharjee by metal ions – a study.
17. Departmental projects funded by DST – FIST/UGC/DBT/ICSSR etc. and total grants received:
Sl. Funding Total grant Year Principal Project Title No. Agency (Rs.) Investigator 01 Assessment of Human Pathogen (E. coli, Vibrio UGC 97,000/= 2013 Dr. Satyajeet Cholerae and V. Parahamolyticus), Arsenic, Fluoride Kumar and other Heath Significant Water Quality Parameters of Surface and Ground Water of Hojai Sub-Division Nagaon, Assam with special reference to Flood affected area. 02 Sulfenylation reactions of diphenyl disulfides UGC 1,17,000/= 2013 Dr. Sujit Ranjan mediated by metal ions – a study. Acharjee
18. Research Centre/Faculty recognized by the University: NIL. 19. Publication: a. Publication per faculty: Faculty→ Mr. Sushobhan Dr. Dr. Sujit Mrs. Sarkar Satyajeet Ranjan Shilpi Kumar Acharjee Mitra No. of papers National 01 03 NIL 01 published in peer International 01 04 02 02 reviewed journals
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Details of publication: Given in the Annexure – A
b. Number of publications listed in International Database (For eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database – International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, ete.): NIL c. Monographs : NIL d. Chapter in Books : NIL e. Books Edited : NIL f. Books with ISBN/ISSN with details of publishers: NIL g. Citation Index : NIL h. SNIP : NIL i. SJR : NIL j. Impact factor : NIL k. h – index : NIL
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: NIL
21.Faculty as members in:
(a) National committees: NIL (b) International committees: NIL
(c) Editorial Boards: NIL
22.Student projects:
(a) Percentage of students who have done in – house projects including inter departmental programme: 100% *It is compulsory for all the UG students of 3rd Semester of Commerce Stream & 4th Semester of Science and Arts Stream to carry on a project on topics related to Environmental Science (10 marks).
*It is compulsory for all the students of B. Sc. 6th Semester (Chemistry Major) to carry out project work on topics supplied to them by the Department (75 marks).
(b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institutions i.e. in Research Laboratories / Industry / other agency: NIL. 23.Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: NIL
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24.List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department:
a. Prof. Saibal Kanti Bhattacharjee, Former Dean of Faculty of Science & Retd. HOD of Chemistry, Gauhati University. b. Prof. Abani Kumar Mishra, Retd. HOD of Chemistry, Gauhati University. c. Dr. Paritosh Mandal, Associate Professor in Chemistry, Assam University, Silchar. d. Dr. Pradip Bhattacharjee, Associate Professor in Chemistry, Aryavidyapith College, Guwahati.
25.Seminars / Conferences / Workshops organized & the source of funding:
(a) National : NIL (b) International : NIL
26.Student Profile Programme course wise:
Applications Name of the received (in 1st Selected Enrolled Pass % Sl course / Sem.) (6th Sem. Result) No. programme Major General Major General Major General Male Female Male Female Major General 01 B. Sc. 15 128 09 97 07 02 74 23 55 71 ** Calculation of pass % of Chemistry General Students has been done on the basis of no. of students enrolled into 5th sem. Classes.
27.Diversity of students: (Session 2012 – 13, 2013 – 14 & 2014 – 15)
Sl. Name of % of students from % of students from % of students from No. Course the Same state other state abroad 01 B. Sc. 100% 0% 0%
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET,
GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc? Data not available.
29. Student Progression:
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Sl. No. Student Progression Against % enrolled 01 UG to PG 02 02 PG to M. Phill. NIL 03 PG to Ph. D. NIL 04 Ph. D. to Post – Doctoral NIL 05 Employed NIL Campus selection: Other than campus selection: 06 Entrepreneurship/Self-employment: Data not available
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities:
a) Library: Central Library & Departmental Library
The departmental library of Chemistry Department is enriched with the latest available edition of reference books of all special papers. The library has been constructed by the contribution of all the faculty members of the department. We also have a good number of e-books downloaded and collected from different sources.
(a) Internet facilities for stuff and students: Available. (b) Class rooms with ICT facilities: NIL. (c) Laboratories: Separate laboratories for General Course & Major Course are available.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: (data is available in Hojai College Office)
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lecture / workshop / seminar) with external experts:The Department arranges Special lecture programmes with external experts. The details of such lectures already held are as given below:
Sl. Nature of Duration Topic Name and address of the expert No. programme (in days) Dr. P. Bhattacharjee, Concepts of One 01 Special Lecture Associate Professor in Chemistry, Quantum Chemistry Day Aryavidyapith College, Guwahati Dr. A. K. Mishra, Quantum Chemistry One 02 Special Lecture Retd. Head of the Department, & its Origin Day Gauhati University. Prof. Saibal Kanti Bhattacharjee “Chemistry: The One Former Dean, Faculty of Science & 03 Special Lecture down to earth Day Retd. HOD, Department of Chemistry, subject in Science” Hojai College.
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Application of One Dr. P. Mandal, Associate Professor in 04 Special Lecture Computer in Day Chemistry, Assam University, Silchar. Chemistry
The Department organizes departmental seminar in the first and last Saturday of every month where the students of UG classes of the department (with major in chemistry) deliver talks on topics selected jointly by the teachers and students.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning:
Along with the traditional chalk – duster – board method the teachers of the department uses molecular models and prepared power point slides on some special topics.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibilities (ISR) and Extension activities:
Teachers of this department, besides their normal college duties like teaching, conducting internal and external (Council & University) examinations, helping the Principal in various administrative works are also actively engaged in different works related to overall social upliftment. Some of these are: 01. Precipitated in outreach programmes like Health Education Camp, Environmental Camp, and Relief rehabilitation camp for flood victims, Popularizing Science Education among school children and various socio- cultural activities. 02. Served as Master Trainer, Presiding Officer and counting supervisor in the Parliamentary, Assembly and Panchyat Elections. 03. 35. SWOT analysis of the department and Future plans: * No. of Students. * Teachers’ are actively engaged in research activities to update their knowledge in the subject. * Having discussions with the students on sessional assessments, Strength *Students seminars *Group study *Frequent field trips * Having student-teacher one to one interactions (specially for major students) *Shortage of staff *Insufficient sophisticated instruments and teaching aid facility Weakness *Insufficient infrastructure *Lack of a seminar room.
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*To make provisions for arranging Campus Interviews for the students. *To make provisions for students to visit chemical industries with the help of college funding.
*To encourage the students to participate in seminars organized by the agencies outside the college.
*To establish a separate computer room for students for internet surfing and DTP works related to their project report. Opportunities *To upgrade the departmental library.
*To upgrade the department as the center of excellence in Chemistry.
*Establishment of research laboratory and to foster inter-disciplinary research.
*Introduction of PG Course *Declining trend of meritorious students to take B. Sc. Course. *Tedious syllabus of B. Sc. Course. Threats *Un willingness of science students to take teaching as their profession. They are more interested in research works. *Improper evaluation procedure of students’ answer script adopted by University.
ANNEXURE – A
Research Sl. Name of Journal, Title of Paper Authors papers No Year, volume and page published in A study on drinking water quality S. Sarkar, S. Int. J. Chem. Sci. refereed of educational institutional area Kumar, S. R. ISSN: 0972 – 768X 01 journals with of Hamren sub – division of Karbi Acharjee & Vol – 10 (4), PP 1977 – title, issue Anglong district of Assam, India. S. Mitra 1990 (2012) number and Formation and S. R. Acharjee IOSR Journal of Applied year of disproportionation of arene & S. K. Chemistry, e – ISSN: publication : 02 sulfenic acids Bhattacharjee 2278 – 5736 Vol – 3, Issue – 6, PP 40 – 45 (2013) Studies on drinking water D. Sharma, Int. Journal of Chemical quality in Morigaon district, S. S. Phukan & science : ISSN 0972- 03 Assam. S. Kumar. 768X, 11(1), PP 649 to 656, 2013 Water pollution level in village D. G. Sree Sankara Journal of areas of Jorhat district : A Bhagawati, Arts, Science & 04 quantitative literature review Dr. S. Kumar Commerce. ISSN 2250- 3706, Vol-I, Issue-IV, PP 87 to 98. Concentration of fluoride and D. Sutradhar Int. Journal of Chemical arsenic in some selected area & science : ISSN 0972- 05 at Hailakandi town, Dr. S. Kumar. 768X 10(4), PP 2184 to Hailakandi, Assam. 2190, 2012. Fluoride and other in organic S. Mitra, Int. Journal of Chemical 06 parameters in drinking water & science : ISSN 0972-
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of tube well, ring well and Dr. S. Kumar 768X, PP 186 to 196, PHE of Hojai Sub-Division of 11(1), 2013. Nagaon district, Assam, India. A study of some physical S. Mitra Sree Sankara Journal of parameters, oxygen & Arts, Science & parameters & concentration of Dr. S. Kumar. Commerce. ISSN 2250- calcium & magnesium of tube 3706, Vol-I, Issue-IV, PP 07 well and supply water in 159 to 163, 2012. winter season of selected schools in Hojai Sub-Division, Nagaon, Assam, India.
Evaluative Report of the Departments
(2013-2014)
The Self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3-4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data.
1. Name of the department : Physics
2. Year of Establishment :1987
3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters;
Integrated Ph.D., etc.) : UG
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved : Nil
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) : Semester
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Nil
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries,
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foreign institutions, etc. : Nil
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts
Sanctioned Filled
Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors Two Two Asst. Professors Two Two
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,)
No. of Ph.D. Students Qualific No. of Years Name Designation Specialization guided for the last 4 ation of Experience years
Selection Gajendra N. Sarma M.Sc. Nuclear Physics 18 Grade (HOD)
Nirmal Singha M.Sc. Asst. Prof. Electronics 16 Slection Subhajit Chakraborty M.Sc. Nuclear Physics 15 Grade Rathin Sarma M.Sc. Asst. Prof. Solid State Physics 13
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) 1:39.25 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled :Two (Technical) 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. : 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International
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funding agencies and grants received : 17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received : 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University :Nil 19. Publications: a) Publication per faculty : 01 Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students : 01 Number of publications listed in International Database (e.g. Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.): 01 Monographs:Nil Chapter in Books: Nil Books Edited : Nil Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers: Nil Citation Index SNIP SJR Impact factor 1.4 h-index 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : No 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards:- Nil 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme :Nil b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies:Nil 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students :Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department :-Nil 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding A) National : Invited talk : Cellular Network Speaker: Prof. Anjan Dey B) International : Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise:(2013-2014)
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Name of the Applications Enrolled Selected Pass percentage Course/programme received *M *F T.D.C. 1st sem(M) 38 36 M=30,F=06 80 T.D.C. 1st sem(G) 70 62 M=55,F=07 42 TDC 2nd Sem (M) 36 M=30,F=6 94 TDC 2nd Sem (G) 62 M=55,F=7 55 T.D.C. 3rd sem (M) 18 M=15,F=03 68 T.D.C. 3rd sem(G) 18 M=17,F=01 48 TDC 4th Sem (M) 18 M=15,F=3 89 TDC 4th Sem (G) 18 M=17,F=1 56 T.D.C. 5th sem (M) 17 M=15,F=02 80
T.D.C. 5th sem (G) 6 M=05,F=01 75
T.D.C 6th Sem (M) 17 M=15,F=2 100 T.D.C. 6th sem (G) 6 M=5,F=1 71 *M=Male F=Female 27. Diversity of Students
Name of the % of students from % of students % of students Course the same state from other States from abroad T.D.C. 1st sem (M) 100 T.D.C. 1st sem (G) 100 T.D.C. 3rd sem (m) 100 T.D.C. 3rd sem(G) 100 T.D.C. 4th year(M) 100 T.D.C. 4th year(G) 100 T.D.C 5th sem (M) 100 T.D.C 5th sem (G) 100 T.D.C. 6th Sem (M) 100 T.D.C 6th Sem (G) 100
How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ?: Nil
28. Student progression
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Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG PG to M.Phil. PG to Ph.D. Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Employed Campus selection Other than campus recruitment
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a) Library: The department has a library with almost 400 books mostly related to the present syllabus of G.U. covering both major and general courses. b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: The department has one desktop computer along with printer and internet connection. c) Class rooms with ICT facility: Nil d) Laboratories: The department has three laboratories for performing various experiments and activities. One laboratory is used by the major students. The dark room laboratory is used for performing experiments related to light. The general laboratory is used by Higher Secondary and BSc general course students. 29. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies
30. Details on student enrichment programmes / workshops / seminar) with external experts : Special lecture- 01( Topic: Mobile Network Technology by Prof. Anjan Dey, HOD Physics, Lumding College) 31. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: More emphasis has been given for conducting interactive classes. Friendlier teacher student relation is emphasized for the better exchange of information and knowledge. 32. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility(ISR)and Extension activities : Nil 33. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans :
Strength: The college has appointed a part time computer faculty for the department of physics. The issue with the programming subject is resolved now.
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Weakness: To conduct the computer classes as prescribed in the GU syllabus, we are in need of a separate computer laboratory with at least 10 number of computers in our department. Opportunities: As most of the faculties of our department are engaged in research activities, it may be a good opportunity for the faculty members and interested students of our department to start some joint research projects in near future. Challenges: The introduction of PG course in the department is a challenge for the days ahead.
Evaluative Report of the Departments 2013-14
34. Name of the department Department of Mathematics 35. Year of Establishment 1964 36. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) UG 37. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved n\a 38. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) semester 39. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments N\A 40. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. N\A 41. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons N\A 42. Number of Teaching posts
Sanctioned Filled
Professors Nil Nil Associate Professor 01 01 Asst. Professors 02 02 Non-sanctioned
Lecture 01
43. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,)
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No. of No. of Ph.D. Name Qualification Designation Specilization Years of Students guided Experience for the last 4 years Number Theory nil T K SAHA MSc Associate Prof. and Group& 23
Ring Theory
N C BORO MSc,M. Phil Assistant Prof. Fluid 13 nil
D KALITA MSc,Phd Do, Fluid 03 nil
Non-sanctioned S DUTTA MSc,M.Phil Fluid 11 nil Lecturer 44. List of senior visiting faculty N/A 45. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary facultyN/A 46. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) Semester Student-teacher ratio( gen) Student-teacher ratio(maj) Semester I (Aug-Dec) 71/4 6/4 Semester III(Aug-Dec) 56/4 4/4 Sem-II (Jan-June) 66/4 6/4 Sem-IV(Jan-June) 44/4 4/4 Sem-V(Aug-Dec)2013 7/4 5/4
Sem-VI(Jan-June)2014 6/4 5/4
47. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled n/a 48. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. given in 10 above. 49. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received : nil 50. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received :none 51. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University:none 52. Publications: a) Publication per faculty Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students :Only one paper published in 2013,by
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the faculty member Dr D Kalita 53. Areas of consultancy and income generated :N/A 54. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards…. :nil 55. Student projects ;n/a a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies 56. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students: nil 57. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department: nil 58. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National : nil b)International :nil 59. Student profile programme/course wise:N/A Name of the Course/programme Applications Enrolled Pass Selected (refer question no. 4) received *M *F percentage
Sem-I Gen(Aug-Dec13) 71 71 M-64,F-7 77.4 Sem-I Maj(do) 06 06 M-6,F-0 100 Sem-II Gen(Jan-June14) 39 39 M-23,F-16 98.4 Sem-II Maj(do) 06 06 M-6,F-0 80.3 Sem-IIIGen(Aug-Dec 13) 56 56 M-49,F-7) 50.3 SemIII Maj-(Aug-Dec13) 04 04 M-4,F-0 100
Sem-IV Gen(Jan-June14) 44 44 M-39,F-7 88.6 Sem-IV Maj(do) 04 04 M-4,F-0 100 Sem-V Gen(Aug-Dec13) 07 07 M-6,F-1 71.4 Sem-V Maj(Aug-Dec13) 05 05 M-4,F-1 60 Sem-VI Gen(Jan-June14) 06 06 M-6,F-0 66.7 Sem-VI Maj(do) 05 05 M-4,F-1 60 60. Diversity of Students
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Name of the % of students from % of students % of students Course the same state from other States from abroad Sem I 100 0 0 SemII 100 0 0 SemIII 100 0 0 Sem-IV 100 0 0 Sem-V 100 0 0 Sem-VI
61. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? ; N/A 62. Student progression: N/A Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG PG to M.Phil. PG to Ph.D. Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Employed Campus selection Other than campus recruitment Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 63. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library ; nil b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students :computer with net connection is available only for the teacher (with limited connectivity) c) Class rooms with ICT facility:nil d) Laboratories:nil
64. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies :nil 65. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: nil 66. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning;classroom lecture method. 67. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities :none 68. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans: Sincerity of the faculty members and their eager ness for learning new things are the sources of our strength. The faculty with only three sanctioned posts is definitely an
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indication of weakness. Students from poor academic background is also contributing to our weakness.Since mathematics is being considered as an important subject for career building, new oppoprtunities will be hopefully shooting up. Increase of private institutions and craze for technical education among the students are posing some challenge. We will analyse condition that prevail,and promise to make new plans for the future.As of now, we are unable to make any headway in this regard.
EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT
Department of Statistics.
(2013-14)
21. Name of the department: Department of Statistics. 22. Year of establishment: 1996 23. Name of the programmes / Courses offered: H.S & U.G. 24. Names of the interdisciplinary courses and the departments / units involved: NIL. 25. Annual / Semester / choice based credit system (programme wise): (c) H.S. = Annual (d) U.G. = Semester 26. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: Physics, Economics & Commece 27. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institutions etc.: NIL. 28. Details of courses / programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: None. 29. Number of teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil
Associate Professors Nil Nil
Asstt. Professors 01 Nil
Contractual 01 Nil
30. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (D.Sc. / D.Litt. / Ph.D. / M.Phill. etc.
No. of Years No. of Ph.D. Name Qualification Designation Specialization of xperience students guided for (till 2014) the last 4 years Mr. M.Sc. Assistant Operation 14 NIL Nirmal Debnath M.Phill Professor Research
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Mr. M.Sc. Lecturer Econometrcs 04 NIL Mahesh Sharma PGDCA
31. List of senior visiting faculty: NIL
32. Percentage of lecture delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: NIL
33. Student Teacher Ratio (Programme wise): 50:1
34. Number of Academic support stuff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled:
35. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc / D.Litt. / Ph.D./M.Phill./PG
Name Qualification Mr. Nirmal Debnath M.Sc. M.Phill M.Sc. Mr. Mahesh Sharma PGDCA
36. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: NIL
37. Departmental projects funded by DST – FIST/UGC/DBT/ICSSR etc. and total grants received:NIL
38. Research Centre/Faculty recognized by the University: NIL.
39. Publication: l. Publication per faculty: m. Number of publications listed in International Database (For eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database – International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, ete.): NIL n. Monographs: NIL o. Chapter in Books: NIL p. Books Edited: NIL q. Books with ISBN/ISSN with details of publishers: BUSINESS STATISTICS – Kalyani Publishers, ISBN 978-93-272-1993-7 r. Citation Index: NIL s. SNIP: NIL t. SJR: NIL u. Impact factor: NIL
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v. h – index: NIL
40. Areas of consultancy and income generated: NIL
41. Faculty as members in: (b) National committees: NIL (b) International committees: NIL
(c) Editorial Boards: NIL
42. Student projects: (c) Percentage of students who have done in – house projects including inter departmental programme: NIL (d) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institutions i.e. in Research Laboratories / Industry / other agency: NIL.
43. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: NIL
44. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department:
45. Seminars / Conferences / Workshops organized & the source of funding: (c) National: ICSSR sponsored seminar on “Demographic Changes and its impact on Socio-Economic….. NE India” dated 18th to 20th April, 2013.
(d) International: NIL
46. Student Profile Programme course wise: (2013 – 2014) Sl No. Name of the course / Applications Enrolled Selected Pass % programme received M F 01 B.Sc 1st Semester 06 06 03 02 100% 02 B.Sc 2nd Semester 05 05 03 03 100% 03 B.Com 1st Semester 127 95 63 32 72% 04 B.Com 2nd Semester 175 160 113 47 67% 05 B.Com 3rd Semester 04 04 02 00 100% 06 B.Sc 5th Semester 07 07 07 00 86%
47. Diversity of students: (Session 2012 – 13, 2013 – 14 & 2014 – 15) % of students % of students % of students Sl. Name of from the from from No. Course Same state other state abroad 01 TDC I & II 100% 0% 0% 02 TDC III & IV 100% 0% 0%
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48. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc? 04 49. Student Progression:
Student Against % Sl. No. Progression enrolled UG to PG PG to M.Phill PG to PhD PhD to Post Doctoral Employed - Campus Selection - Other than campus recruitment 50. Details of Infrastructural facilities: (d) Library: YES (e) Internet facilities for stuff and students: YES (f) Class rooms with ICT facilities: NIL. (g) Laboratories: NIL
51. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: 52. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lecture / workshop / seminar) with external experts: 53. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: 54. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibilities (ISR) and Extension activities: 55. SWOT analysis of the department and Future plans:
SWOC ANALYSIS
Deptt. Of STATISTICS, Hojai College, Hojai
Strength:
Department of Statistics is new and last department in Hojai College. It covers all the streams like Arts, Commerce & Science. It has been established in the year 1996 with general courses. The deptt. Achieved one govt. post in 2011. From the beginning the deptt. is run by a single man and now one contractual Lecturer has been appointed for the greater interest of the students.
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Both of them are Masters in Statistics with different specialization, one of them is M.Phil. in Statistics.
Weakness:
The number of students in the deptt. is gradually decreasing for last four years. The basic reason is that major is not available in the deptt. also students are not interested to take mathematical papers in degree courses in his/her combinations. Moreover Royal (PCM) & Biochemistry(CBZ) combination is helpful in getting job for the post of school Teacher.(science) in different levels. Most of the students in our college comes from the rural areas interested for school teachers, that’s why they prepare themselves as possible.
Opportunities:
Statistics is an important branch of social sciences. Researcher can not move one step without statistics in doing their research. New branches with a lot of job opportunities have been developed . Statistical Quality Control(SQC),Population Sciences, Operation Research etc. are some of the branches of Statistics with maximum job opportunity. It also helps in Central and State competitive examinations.
Challenges:
Most of the students are far off places and no hostel facilities are there, this decreases the class attendance of students. Moreover frequent agitation programs of different organization reduces the number of classes. Direct effect of lies attendance has observed in their performance of the semester and examination. Due to the rural background many of the parents and students are not very much serious about their carrier. Their aim is just to pass out the examination and manage a job either in Govt. or in private sector. A part of male students help his father in agricultural and business season. This is also a serious problem of their education life.
Evaluative Report of the Departments Department of Zoology
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The Self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3-4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data. 1. Name of the department : Department of Zoology
2. Year of Establishment : 1988
3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) : B.Sc. (Major), B.Sc. (Gen.), H.S. Course, Diploma in Plant Protection:
UG students with Zoology-Botany combination were trained in the field of Plant protection: a. Basic theoretical knowledge about the common crops cultivated in the surrounding area and the respective pest complex with control measures; b. Field visits; c. Hands on training. Total number of UG student participants: 25
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Environmental Studies: Environmental Studies at UG level: Faculty members were involved in imparting theoretical knowledge of environmental studies to the UG students of Arts, Commerce and Science stream. Weekly 2 classes were engaged by us : 1 theory and 1 project related work. Among the various units of environmental science: Ecosystem, Wild life biology, Natural Resources, Sustainable developments were dealt by us. For project works, individual teacher had guided group of students (50-70) to prepare the report and also did the evaluation works. Various environmental issues related to local conditions were selected for project/ field works (e.g., Water quality, Restoration ecosystem, Pollution etc.) Name of teachers Number of projects Dr. Abhijit Kataky 60 Dr. Caroline Basumata 60 Mr. Pradip Bagchi 60 Mr. Sanilal Sharma 60 4. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) : Semester 5. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Nil 6. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : Nil
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7. Details of courses/programmers discontinued (if any) with reasons : Nil 8. Number of Teaching posts
Sanctioned Filled
Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors Two Two Asst. Professors Two One
9. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) No. of Ph.D. No. of Students Name Qualification Designation Specilization Years of guided for the Experience last 4 years Dr. Abhijit MSc. , Ph.D. Assoc. Prof Genetics 20 Nil Kataky Dr. Caroline MSc. Ph.D. Assoc. Prof Immunology 17 Nil Basumata Pradip MSc. Asst. Prof. Entomology 16 Nil Bagchi Sanilal MSc. Lecturer Biotechnology 4 Nil Sharma
10. List of senior visiting faculty: Dr. Jogen Chandra Kalita (Professor, Zoology Dept.. Gauhati University.
11. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise)
by temporary faculty-(Enclosed separately)
12. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise)(Enclosed separately) 13. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: One Lab Asst. and two Lab bearers. 14. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. Ph.D.-2, M.Phil-1,
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15. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Applied 1 to UGC 16. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 17. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University- Nil 18. Publications: a) Publication per faculty : Six Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students : one Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.): One Monographs Nil Chapter in Books Nil Books Edited Nil Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers Nil Citation Index SNIP SJR Impact factor h-index 19. Areas of consultancy and income generated : School Curriculum, Mushroom culture, value education, women empowerment. Child trafficking. 20. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards…. 21. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme 25% b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies 02% (NGO) 22. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students: List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department Nil 23. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National Nil b)International Nil
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24. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Enrolled Pass Course/programme Selected (refer question no. 4) received *M *F percentage
B.Sc. (General) 130 118 84 34 81.50%
B. Sc. (Major) 107 85 35 72 89.85% *M=Male F=Female
25. Diversity of Students % of students Name of the % of students from % of students from other Course the same state from abroad States TDC I SEM(M) 100 0 TDC III SEM(M) 100 0 TDC V SEM(M) 99 1 0
26. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? : One: SLET (2007-2009 batch) 27. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 66.66% PG to M.Phil. Nil PG to Ph.D. Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Employed Campus selection 20% Other than campus recruitment Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 13.33% 28. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library : yes, Mini departmental library. b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students : Yes, with BSNL LAN facility. c) Class rooms with ICT facility : Yes, One class room equipped with ICT d) Laboratories : Yes, two laboratories. 29. Number of students receiving financial : State Govt. scholarship for ST/SC and assistance from college,financial assistance for minority university, Govt. or other agencies : students as well as from Students Aid Fund of College. 30. Details on student enrichment programme (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with
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external experts : Regular special lecture sessions are organized by inviting research scholars working in various frontier areas of Biological Science in near by institutions like sericulture research institutes, North East hill University etc. Attempts are also made to organize video conferencing with prominent scholars from the field of life sciences. Field trips were made to expose the students in areas like wild life conservation, biotechnique etc. 31. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: 1. Blackboard, 2. Overhead projector, 3. Seminar by students and interactive sessions after completion of each topic, 5. Group discussions. 6. Case Study 32. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: i) Ten students had participated and successfully completed a basic course in mountaineering and rock climbing under Assam Mountaineering Association. ii) Regular visits are made to the 10+2 schools where presentation is made on applied field of life sciences. iii) Twice in a year panchayat level meets are held to generate awareness about environmental pollution. iv) Once in a year outreach programme are held on primary health check up camp/ volunteer blood donation camp. v) Celebration of World Environment day, AIDS Day and Wild Life Week are held with school students, teachers and NGOs.
33. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans: Strength: All the faculty members have diverse specialization on various applied branches of Zoology E.g. Genetics, Immunology, Biotechnology and Entomology that attract the students to pursue major course in Zoology. Quality teaching ensures good performance in examination. Besides the department also prepare the students for immediate employability after graduation through skill development. Students get due exposure in research activities through project works at UG level. Weakness: Lack of space/ accommodation (available space permits only 20 major students) and lack of infrastructure development cause constraints in teaching; learning process.
Opportunity: The rapid development of life science based organizations since 2006
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onwards like Medical labs, Hospitals; National Rural Health Mission and Agribusiness companies provided good employment opportunities to the students with requisite skill in analytical biology. Lately (2012), there were huge demands for graduate teachers (TET qualified) in ME, High School and Higher Secondary Government Schools. We had provided free coaching to those who aspire for the teaching profession. Challenges: Our main challenges were to retain the huge migration of students to nearest metros like Gauhati for better exposure, better facilities etc. With our limited resources it was difficult to hold them after 10+2 level. But our unified efforts of counseling the parents and pupils together with our extra attention paid to develop the required skill to make them employable and good results at UG level started paying dividends since 2009. Since then the number of applicants had also risen from 15 to 64 students seeking Zoology Major. Due to fast of semester system often distract students from taking project/field studies etc.
The Department takes up plan to introduce the following in future: Students counseling on regular basis. Extra coaching for skill development. Departmental publications. Environmental audit of the college campus.
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Evaluative Report of the Departments: 2013-14
Department of Botany
69. Name of the department : Department of Botany 70. Year of Establishment : 1987 71. Names of Programmes/Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) : UG 72. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved : Nil 73. Annual/semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) : B.Sc. Semester 74. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Nil 75. Course collaboration with other universities, industries, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : Nil 76. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons. : Nil 77. Number of Teaching posts
Sanctione Filled d
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Professors Nil Nil Senior Lecturer 04 04 Lecturer (Non-Sanctioned) 00 00
78. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./M. Phil. etc.,) No. of Ph.D. No. of Years Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization of guided for Experience the last 4 years D. M.Sc. M. Associated Plant Physiology nil 26 Goswami Phil. Professor & Biochemestry Dr. M. Associated Higher Plant M.Sc. B.Ed. 16 nil Saikia Professor Ecology
Associated Dr. S. Das M.Sc. Genetics 15 nil Professor
Dr. U. Assistant Angiosperm M.Sc. 14 nil Phukan Professor Taxonomy
79. List of senior visiting faculty : Nil 80. Percentage of lecturers delivered and practical classes handle (programme wise) by temporary faculty : Nil 81. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) semester Student-teacher ratio( Gen) Student-teacher ratio(Maj) TDC Sem-I 68 : 4 = 17 34 : 4 = 8.5 TDC Sem-II 40 : 4 = 10 29 : 4 = 7.25 TDC Part-III 4 : 4 = 1 17 : 4 = 4.25
82. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff : 01+01=02 83. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/Ph.D./M.Phil/PG: PG- 04, M.Phil-01, Ph. D.-03. 84. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received : a) 01 (from National Funding Agency)
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85. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received : UGC , Grant received Rs. 77,000/- (from UGC) 86. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University : Nil 87. Publications: a) Publication per faculty : 02 Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students : 01 Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities : Nil Monographs : Nil Chapter in Books : Nil Books Edited : 01 (Assam’s Flora, published by ASTE Council, Govt. of Assam) Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers Citation Index SNIP SJR Impact factor 88. Areas of consultancy and income generated : Nil 89. Faculty as members in 1. National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards…. a) National Committee – 01 b) International Committee – 01 c) Editorial Board - 01 90. Student projects 1. Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme : Nil 2. Percentage of students placed for projects in organization out side the institution i.e. in research laboratory/industry/other agencies : Nil 91. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students : Nil 92. List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department : Nil 93. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National : Nil b) International :Nil 94. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Enrolled Pass
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Course/programme received *M *F percentage (refer Sl. No. 4)
TDC Sem-I Gen 39 26 13 64.10 % TDC Sem-II Gen 38 23 15 65.78 % TDC Sem-III Gen 30 17 13 53.33 % TDC Sem IV Gen 30 13 17 83.33% TDC Sem V Gen 3 2 1 66.66% TDC Sem VI Gen 2 1 1 100% TDC Sem- I MAJ 29 19 10 34.48 % TDC Sem-II MAJ 30 18 12 53.33 % TDC Sem-III MAJ 17 9 8 29.41 % TDC Sem-IV MAJ 17 10 7 70.58% TDC Sem-V MAJ 5 5 0 100% TDC Sem-VI MAJ 5 5 0 100% *M=Male F=Female
95. Diversity of Students % of students Name of the Course % of students from % of students from the same other States from abroad state TDC Part-I G&M 100 1 0 TDC Part-II G&M 100 0 0 TDC Part-III G&M 100 0 0
96. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examination such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil Services, Defense services etc. : Nil 97. Student progression Student Progression Against % enrolled UG to PG PG to M. Phil -- PG to Ph.D. 01 Ph. D. to Post Doctoral -- Employed -- Campus selection --
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Other then campus requirement -- Entrepreneurship/Self Employment --
98. Details of Infrastructural facilities : a) Library : Nos. of books - 115 Nos. of Journals - 05 b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Computer with net connection is available only for the teacher (with some limited connectivity) : Yes c) Class rooms with ICT facility : Nil d) Laboratories : 02 99. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies : National Scholarship -Nil, College Student Aid Funds -Nil 100. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures/workshops/ seminar) with external experts : 01 i) Class Seminar – Topic : ‘Ecological Pyramid’ by Sri Mohan Sharma (Roll No. 21, TDC. Sem III), Expert – Bijumoni Bora, Asst. Prof., ADP College, Nagaon. ii) Topic : ‘The Diseased Plants of Hojai Area’ by Amrita Mondal, (Roll No. 88, TDC. Sem V), Expert – Biswatosh Roy, Assoc. Prof., Lumding College. iii) Topic : ‘Ecotechnology’ by Paromita Saikia (Roll No. 137, TDC Sem III), Expert : Partha Sarathi Das, Assoc Prof., Lumding College. 101. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning; Classroom lecture method. : Black Board & Visual Methods applied (by Overhead projectors and Slide Projectors, Posters) 102. Participation in institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and extension activity : Excursions, Local awareness Programme, Local field study, Flood relief Programme. i) Excursions to Gangtok of Sikkim (25th Nov, 2013) for the students of Sem III (Maj) & Sem V (Maj). ii) Excursions to Bomdila, Tawang (24th Nov, 2013), for the students of Sem I (Maj) iii) Local Field Study to Buriganga of Doboka (3rd June, 2014) for students of Sem II & Sem IV (M). 103. SWOC analysis and the department and future plan. Department of Botany is one of the oldest departments of science stream in Hojai College. It has been established in 1987 with H.S. classes. B.Sc. general course has started in 1992-93. Major course has started in the year of 1998-99. Since opening, almost in every year, students passed out from this department, able to find a birth in PG classes in different universities of the state and neighboring states as well. There are four faculties, out of which three are Ph.D. and other with M.Phil degree. The later has registered his name as Ph.D. scholar in Dibrugarh University in 2011 and almost has completed his work. A good number of products of this department are engaged
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as Asst. Professor in different colleges of the state. The faculty members are actively associated with research work. Three minor research projects, financed by UGC have been successfully completed by the faculties in the last four years and one such project is going on. The department has publishing an annual wall magazine regularly for last 8 years.
Field study is an integral part of students of Botany. The department conducts field trips every year for the students of major as well as general courses. Two types of field trips are conducted, within the state and outside the state. These trips increase the knowledge of the students about important educational or research institutes of visited places and also the vegetation and ecology of different visited areas.
Weakness:
The number of students in the department is gradually increasing. But there is no sufficient space in the department to cope up with the necessity of increasing number of students. No separate classroom is there; as a result major classes are to be taken in laboratories. During last four years, there is total change in syllabus. A good number of modern equipment is necessary as per revised syllabus which is there in the laboratory. We fail to develop a ‘Botanical Garden’ in proper sense of the term, though good vegetation is developed in the college campus by the department. Absence of sufficient faculty with proper specialization is another weakness of the department. Most of the students of the department are belonging to Schedule Tribes and Schedule Caste and they are coming from far away, as there are no hostel facilities in the college. Students face a lot of troubles that become hindrance in their academic uplifttment.
Opportunities:
Life science is an emerging branch of natural science. In last two decades, there is tremendous advancement is the field of life science. New branches with a lot of job opportunities have been developed. Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Genetical Engineering, Ecological Engineering etc. are some of the branches of life science with maximum job opportunity. There is plenty of scope to provide instrumental facilities of the above mentioned subjects. Our department has qualified faculties and we may start these subjects if college authority can provide infrastructure and as well as laboratory. Some sort term courses, that generates self employment, such as mushroom cultivation, food processing, floriculture etc. can also be organized. The department also tries to generate fund for organizing these short term and long term courses from DST, DBT, ASTEC etc.
Challenges:
As most of the students are far off places and no hostel facilities are there, this decreases the class attendance of students. More over frequent agitation programmes
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of different organizations reduces the number of classes. Direst effect of lies attendance has observed in their performance of the semester end examination.
Due to the rural background many of the parents and students are not very much serious about their carrier. Their aim is just to pass out the examination and manage a job either in Govt. or in private sector.
Lack of adequate space in the laboratory, no provision of departmental library room, lack of sufficient laboratory equipment, lack of provision for continuous power supply etc. directly affect the experimentation and career advancement of the students.
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Evaluative Report of Commerce Faculty
(FOR THE YEAR 2013-14)
The Self-Evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3-4 pages, avoiding the repetition of data
1. Name of the departments: i) Commerce
ii) Accountancy
iii) Management
2. Year of Establishment: 1985
3. Names of Programme/Courses offered:(UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.): Under Graduate courses : B.Com
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and departments/units involved: Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, English, Assamese, Hindi, Manipuri and Bengali.
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5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Three Years Degree Course, (B.Com) Under Semester System.
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Courses under IGNOU B. Com., M. Com., M.B.A. and Ph.D Programme under K. K. Handique State Open University.
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of teaching posts:
Teachers sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors 06 06 Asst. Professors Nil Nil
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,)
No. of Years No. of Ph.D. Name Qualification Designation Specialization Students guided of Experience for the last 4 years M.com, Accy, and Dr. Associate MBA, Ph.D, Marketing 31Years 05 K.Mukherjee Professor LLB Mgt. A.H. Associate M.com Management 28 Years Nil Choudhury Professor Associate L.Patgiri M.com 27 years Nil Professor Accountancy Associate T.C. Kalita M.com Professor and Management 25 Years Nil HOD, Mgt Associate A.Gautam M. com Professor and Accountancy 23 years Nil HOD, Accy Associate Dr. Commercial M.com. Ph.d Professor and 21 years 01 H.P.Goenka Law HOD, Com D.Sarma M.Com Asstt. Accountancy 05 year Nil
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(Temporary) Professor S.K.Paul Asstt. M.Com Management 04 Year Nil (Temporary) Professor
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise)
by temporary faculty: 25%.
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise):
Teacher/ Students ratio
No.of No.of Class General Ratio Major Ratio Teachers Teachers B.com 1st Year (1st and 193 8 24:1 43 6 7:1 2nd Sem)
B.com 2nd Year (3rd and 122 8 15:1 83 6 14:1 4th Sem)
B.com 3rd Year (5th and 163 8 20:1 70 6 12:1 6th Sem)
Note: The Temporary teachers are not allotted Major Classes.
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled:
Sanctioned: 02 Filled: 02
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Temporary: 01 Filled: 01
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc. / D.Litt. / Ph.D. / M.Phil /PG : Two Associate Professor with Ph.D qualification.
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from:
a) National: Nil
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: Guideship Facility recognized by Gauhati University and K. K. Handique State Open University.
19. Publications:
∗ a) Publication per faculty:
∗ Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students: 1(One) (International Journal), 1(One) (National), ∗ Number of publications listed in International Database (For E.g.: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, and Dare Database -International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.) ∗ Monographs: nil ∗ Chapter in Books: nil ∗ Books Edited: nil ∗ Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers: Recent Trends in Business Management and Tourism, ISBN No. 978-163102030-8 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: nil 21. Faculty as members in: a) National committees: 1. A.Gautam: Life Member of Indian Accounting Association ( IAA). 2. T.C.Kalita: Life Member of All India management Association and Life member of Assam Academy of Mathematics
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3. Dr. Mukherjee : Life Member of IAA and Indian Commerce Association, Member of ‘Consumer VOICE’ Society. 4. Dr. H.P. Goenka : Life Member of Indian Accounting Association ( IAA). b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: Nil 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department: i) Prof. HC Gautam, Dean Faculty of Commerce, Gauhati University, Guwahati ii) Dr. A. P. Singh, Associate Professor, Department of Commerce, Gauhati University, Guwahati 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding A) National: nil B) International: nil
26. Student profile programme/course wise:
Name of the Applications Enrolled Pass Course/programme Selected received Percentage (refer question no. 4) M F B.Com (1st Sem.) 250 192 112 80 Not applicable B. Com (3rd Sem.) 151 151 94 57 81 B. Com (5th Sem.) 164 164 104 60 82.5
27. Diversity of Students:
Name of the Course % of students from % of students from % of students from the same state other States abroad
B.Com (1st Sem.) 90 10 nil
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28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.
Defense: 05; TET: 17
29. Student progression:
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 47 PG to M.Phil. Not available PG to Ph.D. Nil Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed 51 • Campus selection Nil • Other than campus recruitment Nil Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 51% 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a) Library: (i) 152 books in departmental library and b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Available in the department and at the central library also. c) Class rooms with ICT facility: nil d) Laboratories: The faculty as a whole has one laboratory in the faculty room itself.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies:
No. of No. of classes Nature of assistance Source of assistance Total students students College (Through B.Com 1st Year 24 Relief on Admission Fee 24 Students Aid Fund) College (Through B.Com 2nd year 19 Relief on Admission Fee 19 Students Aid Fund) College (Through B.Com 3rd Year 12 Relief on Admission Fee 12 Students Aid Fund)
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32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts:
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: interactive classes with LCD projector and Laptop
We perform need based programme on different issues of different subjects.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities:
Organized financial awareness programme on issues relating to various investment planning.
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans:
1. STRENGTH: a. A strong academic teaching group b. Old and strategic location in the vast locality c. Diverse background of students base d. Input mediocre students and relatively good output e. Financially weak students can also get admission through student’s aid funds. f. Introduced students’ insurance scheme, on self sustaining basis. g. Opportunity for dual degree programme (in collaboration with IGNOU).
2. WEAKNESS: a. Lack of linkage between Business, industries and course curriculum b. Lack of employability programmes. c. Weak alumni base d. Most of the students are not careerists e. Absence of ICT class room in the department f. Weak mechanisms for accessing grant and scholarship; g. Inability to leverage on the Department as a brand; h. Inadequate infrastructures i. Lack of collaboration with national, regional institutions and industry as well. j. Lack of career coaching/counseling programme
k. Students irregularities and frequent absence in classes; l. Students with lesser awareness in commerce background- we encounter difficulties in bridging the gap; m. Parents and their wards are not conscious. 3. OPPORTUNITIES:
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a. Prospects for short term Diploma and certificate courses for students. b. Large catchment area for students of south Nagaon District and Karbi Anglong c. May attract good number of students from neighboring States d. Qualified to open professional courses like BBA MBA etc. e. Opportunity for outsourcing commercial activities to external commercial entities; f. Students educational tour in corporate entities available in NER; g. Opportunities for exposure in commercial parlance with updated commerce knowledge. 4. CHALLENGES: a. Private institutions may pose challenge for enrollment. b. Strive for self sustaining faculty c. Competition from on-line programs d. Motivation of students to avoid private tuitions. e. Motivating students for regular class attendance. f. Improvement in teaching methodology with digital support; g. Interaction or digital contact with pass out / alumni students through internet;
(E) Future Plans:
( I ) Organizing departmental seminar/workshops;
(ii) Consultancy in ‘Risk Management’/’Portfolio Management’/Tally Programme.
(iii) Opening ‘Major’ in Finance.
(iv) To develop infrastructure for conducting practical classes in commerce;
(v) Further development of the present laboratory.
(vi) To exercise ‘Institutional Social Responsibility’ (ISR) in the surrounding villages/institutions.
(vi) To conduct ‘Parent-Teachers Meet’ at a regular intervals.
1. A.Gautam HOD, Accountancy
2. T.C. Kalita, HOD, Management
3. Dr. H.P. Goenka, HOD, Commerce
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Evaluative Report of the Department of Economics: 2013 - 2014
The Self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3-4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data.
1. Name of the department: Economics 2. Year of Establishment: 1964 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.): UG 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: N/A 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise): Semester 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: Commerce 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : N/A 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: N/A 9. Number of teaching posts
Sanctioned Filled
Professors Nil Nil
Associate Professors 3 3
Asst. Professors 2 2
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,)
Qualificati No. of Years of No. of Ph.D.Students Name Designation Specialization on Experience guided for the last 4 years Associate B.N Singh M.A Banking 34 Nil Professor Associate D.Baruah M.A Demography 24 Nil Professor Associate Mrs. D. Saha M.Sc. Econometrics 21 Nil Professor Assistant Mrs. B. Hazarika M.A Econometrics 14 Nil Professor Assistant Agricultural Mrs. B. Bori M.A 06 Nil Professor Economics A.Basit M.A Lecturer Econometrics 08 Nil
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: 17%
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme- wise):
Sl. No. of No. of Class General Ratio Major ratio No. Teachers teachers 01 B.A Sem 1 52 06 8.66:1 19 06 3.16:1 02 B.A Sem 2 52 06 8.66:1 19 06 3.16:1 03 B.A Sem 3 42 06 7:1 12 06 2:1 04 B.A Sem 4 42 06 7:1 12 06 2:1 05 B.A Sem 5 45 06 7.5:1 10 06 1.66:1 06 B.A Sem 6 45 06 7.1:1 10 06 1.66:1 07 B.Com Sem 4 140 03 46.6:1 Nil Nil Nil 08 B.Com Sem 5 140 03 46.6:1 Nil Nil Nil
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: N/A
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D Sc/ D.Litt/ PhD/ M Phil / PG: M Phil (03)
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. Publications : Nil
∗ a) Publication per faculty
∗ Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students
∗ Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)
∗ Monographs
∗ Chapter in Books
∗ Books Edited
∗ Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers ∗ Citation Index ∗ SNIP
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∗ SJR ∗ Impact factor ∗ h-index 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : Nil 21. Faculty as members: a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards : Nil 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme : Nil b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies : Nil 23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: :Nil 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National : Nil b) International : Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Enrolled Exam Name of the Applicat- Sl. Applications Appeared Pass Pass Course/ ions No. Selected Total percentage programme received M F M F 01 B.A Sem 1 (G) 52 52 37 15 24 04 22 68.75 02 B.A Sem 1 (M) 18 18 08 10 07 08 12 80 03 B.Sc. Sem 1 (M) 02 02 01 01 Nil 01 01 100 04 B.A Sem 2 (G) 52 52 37 15 25 15 25 62.5 05 BA Sem 2 (M) 18 18 08 10 03 10 11 84.61 06 B.Sc. Sem 2 (M) 01 01 Nil 01 Nil 01 01 100 07 B.A Sem 3 (G) 42 42 23 19 16 15 18 58.06 08 B.A Sem 3 (M) 10 10 03 07 03 07 09 90 09 B.A Sem 4 (G) 42 42 23 19 19 19 22 57.83 10 B.A Sem 4 (M) 10 10 03 07 03 07 10 100 11 B.A Sem 5 (G) 45 45 34 11 13 03 16 100 12 B.A Sem 5 (M) 10 10 03 07 03 07 10 100 13 B.A Sem 6 (G) 45 45 34 11 21 05 12 46.15 14 B.A Sem 6 (M) 10 10 06 02 06 02 07 87.5 15 B.Com Sem 4 (G) 140 140 119 21 106 26 98 74.24 16 B.com sem 5 (G) 119 119 90 29 38 11 36 73.46
M = Male F = Female
27. Diversity of Students: No diversity of students. All the students are from the same state.
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% of students from % of students from other % of students Name of the Course the same state States from abroad
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Two students cleared IBPS Examination. Sis (06) students cleared the TET (Teacher’s Eligibility Test) .
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 90% PG to M.Phil. 16.6% PG to Ph.D. Nil Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed • Campus selection Nil
• Other than campus recruitment 45% Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 50%
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities
a) Library : Yes
b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Yes c) Class rooms with ICT facility : Nil
d) Laboratories: Nil
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, Government or other agencies: Nil
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: Nil
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Traditional class room
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Lecture method (Chalk and talk method), Internet learning facilities.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Nil
35. SWOC analysis of the department.
Strengths: 1) Economics is taught in all the three streams: Arts, Science and Commerce 2) The faculty members of the department are cooperative and energetic. 3) The department also conducts various extension activities: Awareness programmes on day to day economic activities such as maintenance of family budget, savings, financial investments etc. have been conducted to create mass awareness among the women in FSP (family strengthening programme) arranged by The SOS village, Hojai. 4) Departmental library is also strength of the department.
Weaknesses: 1) Dearth of PhD holders in the department is one of the major weaknesses to upgrade the department to the Post- graduate level. 2) Improper infrastructural facilities.
Opportunities: 1) Most of the faculty members are engaged in research activities. This would create a good ambience in the near future and the department can hope to upgrade the same to the PG level. 2) Inter-college departmental activities such as visit to the department of other colleges, group- discussion among the students etc.
Challenges: 1) Diversion of the students to job oriented- courses offered by the various institutions. 2) Non availability of standard text books in Assamese medium in the degree level. 3) Insufficient funds to upgrade the departmental library.
3. Evaluative Report of the Departments (2013---2014)
The Self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3-4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data.
1. Name of the department : Political Science
2. Year of Establishment : 1964
3. Names of Programmes/ Course
offered (UG,PG,M.Phil,Ph.D, Integrated
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Masters; Integrated Ph.D; etc.) : Under Graduate
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses
and departments/units involved : Nil
5. Annual/Semester/choice based credit
system (programme wise) :Semester Introduced In July 2011.
6. Participation of the department in
the courses offered by other departments : Yes.
7. Courses in collaboration with other
Universities, industries, foreign institutions etc. : Nil
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued
(if any) with reasons : Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts
Sanctioned Filled
Professors Nil Nil
Associate Professor 3( Three) Filled
Assistant Professor 1 Post Vacant
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc/D.Litt/Ph.D/M.Phil etc.)
No. of No. of ph.D Qualific students guided Name Designation Specialization Years of ation from the last 4 Experience years.
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Mrinal Kanti Associate Public M.A 34 Nil Bhattacharjee Professor Administration
Rashid Associate M.A Sociology 28 Nil Ahmed Professor
Prem Sagar M.A, Associate Public 17 Nil Prasad M.Phil Professor Administration
Sujit Public M.A Lecturer 5 Nil Sutradhar Administration
11. List of senior visiting faculty : Dr. N. Hazarika (GU)
Dr. K. Medhi (GU)
Dr. D. P. Sharma (GU)
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: 30 %
13. Student-Teacher Ratio (programme wise):
No. Of No. of Class General Ratio Major Ratio Teachers teachers
BA 1st Sem 232 4 58:1 29 4 7:1
BA 3rd Sem 348 4 88:1 20 4 5:1
BA 5th Sem 184 4 26:1 16 4 4:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled : Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D. Sc /D. Litt/ Ph. D/ M. Phil/P: M. Phil –P. S. Prasad having 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 Center/facility recognized by the university: Nil
19. Publications:
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* a) Publication per faculty: 1. Prof. M. K. Bhattacharjee- 3
2. R. Ahmed-
3. P. S. Prasad- 17
* Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national/international) by the faculty members and students : Nil
* Numbers of publication listed in International Database (For Eg. Web of Sciences, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database – International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.): Nil
* Monographs : Nil
* Chapter in Books : Nil
* Books Edited : Nil
* Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers:
1. Human Rights Education, its importance in the context of growing social unrest. ISBN- 978-81-922971-0-1 S78819229711101 published by Nalbari Commerce College 2012
2. Identity Crisis of Meetis in Assam: with special reference to Bishnupriya Issue. ISBN81- 924140-6-x
9788192414065 published by Sibsagar College 2012
3. Development Induced Demographic Changes: A Discourse on the Development Victims of NE India. ISBN978-81923589-1-4 2012/13 Dimoru
4. Panchyati Raj Institution and Rural Women in Local Governance. ISBN- 978-81694-93-0 May 2014
5. Social and Political Awareness among the Tea Tribes in Assam with a special reference to Sonitpur District. ISBN- 978-93-83252-31-2 (2013-14)
6. Human Rights in Islam. ISBN- 0-9760059-0-5 (2013)
7. Socio-Political Thought in the Writings of Indira Goswami: An Overview
*Citation Index : Nil
* SNIP : Nil
*SJR : Nil
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*Impact factor : Nil
* hi- index : Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in: Yes
a) National committees:
1. P. S Prasad: Life Member of NEIPSA and Life Members of SAGAS under GUINES,
b) International Committees: Nil
c) Editorial Boards: Associate Editor of the Book “The Life and Ideals of Prophet Muhammad”
22. Students Projects
a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including Inter Departmental/programme: Nil
b) Percentage of Students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: Nil
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department:
1. Dr. N. Hazarika (GU)
2. Dr. K. Medhi (GU)
3. Dr. D. P. Sharma (GU)
25. Seminar/ Conference /Workshop organized & the source of funding
a) National : Nil
b. Seminar : Nil
b) International : Nil
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26. Student profile programme/ course wise:
Name of the Enrolled Applications received Pass Course/Programme Selected (2014-15) Percentage (refer question no.4) * M * F
Exams yet to B.A. Major 33 29 24 05 be held
Exams yet to General 232 232 124 108 be held
B.A. 6th Sem 19 Major 14 11 3 92.85 (2013-14) (appeared)
150 General 132 90 42 55 (appeared)
* M=Male * F= Female
27. Diversity of Students
% of students from % of students from % of students from Name of the Course the same state other states abroad
Major 100 Nil Nil
General 100 Nil Nil
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil Service, Defense Service, etc: 20 (twenty)
29. Students progression
Students Progression Against % enrolled
UG to PG 70
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PG to M. Phil 20
PG to Ph. D 6
Ph. D to Post Doctoral Nil
Employed
Campus selection Nil Other than campus recruitment: 48 % 53
Entrepreneurship/ Self- employment 42
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library : Yes b) Internet facilities for staff and students : Yes c) Class rooms with ICT facility : Nil d) Laboratories : Nil
31. Number of students financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: Yes, Government Scholarship
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminar) with external experts: Periodically seminars are held
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Conventional and Modern Method
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Students generally participated as NCC cadets, NSS Cadets, Scouts and Guides
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans:
Strength: Students normally desires to offer political Science as one of the subject in general and major in particular. There are qualified trained faculty members in the department and environment of teaching and learning in this semi urban college is very good.
Weakness: Student Teacher ratio is higher than average. Shortage of faculty members definitely harm teaching learning processes. Due to lack of proper communication the rural students can not reach class room in schedule time. Another weakness of the department is
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shortage of class room, well furnished library and research facilities are other weakness that have been facing by the department.
Opportunity: Keeping in mind the hindrances faced by large number of students, the college should arrange for proper transportation facilities for students. Only than the rural students will be attracted towards the college keeping in mind the backwardness of the area. To tap the vast resources, number of faculty members be increased immediately. Digitals and Spacious class rooms, digital library and other modern facilities should be provided. Students exchange programme and Excursions should be organized on a regular basis.
Challenges: There is large scale migration of students from this department to the colleges of big towns and cities. Also there is a thread from the private degree colleges of the locality. Frequent agitations also disrupt the normal academic activities.
Evaluative Report of the Department (2013-14)
56. Name of the department: Department of History 57. Year of establishment: 1964 58. Name of the programmes / Courses offered: H.S & U.G.( Semester system) 59. Names of the interdisciplinary courses and the departments / units involved:NIL 60. Annual / Semester / choice based credit system (programme wise) (e) H.S. = Annual (f) U.G. =Semester system
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61. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: NIL 62. Courses in collaboration with other Universities, industries, foreign institutions etc.: NIL. 63. Details of courses / programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: None. 64. Number of teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil
Associate Professors 01 01
Asstt. Professors 01 01
65. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization (D.Sc. / D.Litt. / Ph.D. / M.Phill. etc.
Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of No. of P h.D. Years of Students Experience guided for the last 4 years Hayder M. A., LLB, Associate Medieval 23 Hussain Ph.D Professor India Pallabita M.A. Assistant Modern India 5 Das Professor Jonali Das M.A Lecturer Modern India 3 ( Temporary) 66. List of senior visiting faculty: NIL 67. Percentage of lecture delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: 30% 68. Student Teacher Ratio (Programme wise): Student - Teacher Ratio( Progarmme wise) 2010-11
Class General No. of Ratio Major No. of Ratio Teachers Teachers 2ndsem 13 03 3:4 05 03 1 : 2 15 03 3:5 04 03 1:1.5 4thsem 6th 04 03 3:1 00 03 sem
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69. Number114. Number of Academic support stuff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled:
Staff sanctioned filled Total Academic support staff 0 0 0 (technical) Administrative staff 2 2 2
70. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc / D.Litt. / Ph.D./M.Phill./PG
Name Qualification HayderHussain . M.A.LL.B, Ph.D Pallabita Das M.A Jonali Das M.A. 71. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received:
72. Departmental projects funded by DST – FIST/UGC/DBT/ICSSR etc. and total grants received: 73. Research Centre/Faculty recognized by the University: NIL. 74. Publication: A)Haider Hussain: ”Partition of Bangle” in Career path & job quest, Edited by Dr.HasinulSultan, Published by The cell for the Coaching classes for entry in services, H.A.A.College, 2012, ISBN NO: 978-93-81694- 46-6. B)Pallabita Das:
(1) Prak –Ahom jugar Kapili-Jamuna Upaitaykar Sthapoitya aru Bhaskoijya Silpar Eti Alokpat, in Asam Sahitya Sabha Patrika, Published by Asam Sahitya Sabha, Jorhat, Edited by Dr. Anil Saikia, 2013,2nd issu,ISSN NO- 2277-9515
(2) Opulent Jugijaan Rajbari: A Conveyer of Heritage Tourism, in Interpreting Heritage: A Discourse on Heritage at Risk, Published by Purbanchal Prakash,Guwahati, Edited by Dr.NijaraHazrika and Dr. BimanPatowari, 2014 ,ISBN NO-978-81-7213-2316
(3) Role of Women in the Tribal Society and Economy: A Gender Perspective, in Kotha- Manabi, Published by Hojai College Women’s Cell, Hojai College, 2014, ISSN NO-2349-5308
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w. Number of publications listed in International Database (For ef: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database – International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, ete.): NIL x. Monographs: NIL y. Chapter in Books: NIL z. Books Edited: NIL aa. Books with ISBN/ISSN with details of publishers: NIL bb. Citation Index: NIL g. SNIP: NIL
h. SJR: NIL
i. Impact factor:
j . index: NIL
75. Areas of consultancy and income generated: NIL 76. Faculty as members in: (c) National committees: NIL (b) International committees: NIL
(c) Editorial Boards: NIL
77. Student projects:Percentage of students who have done in – house projects including inter departmental programme: 100% 78. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: NIL 79. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: NIL 80. Seminars / Conferences / Workshops organized & the source of funding: (e) National: NIL (f) International: NIL
81. Student Profile Programme course wise: 2013- 14
GENERAL
Courses Enrolment for the Course Enrolment for the Exam. Passed B.A Boys - Girls = Total Boys - Girls = Total Boys Girls = Total 2NDSem 06 + 07 =13 06 + 07 = 13 02 + 07= 09 4THSem 04 + 11 =15 04 + 11 = 15 0 3 + 06 =0 9 6thSem O4 +00 =04 04 + 00 =04 01 +00 =01
MAJOR
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B. A Boys Girls = Total Boys Girls =Total Boys Girls = Total 2ndSem 05 + 00 = 05 05 + 00 = 05 05 + 00 =05 4thSem 02+ 02 =04 02 + 02 =04 02 + 02 =04 6th Sem 00 00 00
82. Diversity of students: NIL
Sl. Name of % of students from % of students % of students from No. Course the from abroad Same state other state 83. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc? NIL, Only in Defence –One(1) 84. Student Progression:
Student Progression Against % enrolled UG to PG NIL PG to M.Phil NIL PG to Ph. D NIL Ph.D TO Post-Doctoral NIL Employed NIL Campus selection Other than campus recruitment Entrepreneurship/ Self- employment
85. Details of Infrastructural facilities: (h) Library: Central Library & Departmental Library (i) Internet facilities for stuff and students: YES (j) Class rooms with ICT facilities: NIL (k) Laboratories: Does not arise.
86. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: NIL. 87. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lecture / workshop / seminar) with external experts:
Sl. Nature of Name and address Topic Duration No. Academician of the expert 01 Sieajul Islam Science and technology 02 hours Nagoan College, of Ancient India: An Dept.of History. Introduction
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02 Parasu Upadhay An introduction of 02 hours Lumding College, Delhi Sultanate Dept.of History. 03 Dr.Sagar Baroua An analysis of literary 02 hours Principal, Sources of Ancient Khagarijan India College, Nagaon.
88. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning:Along with the traditional chalk – duster – board and maps method the teachers of the department used to take tutorial classes. 89. Participation in Institutions Social Responsibilities (ISR) and Extension activities: 1) Haider Hussain, Acted as supervisor and external officer of H.S.L.C and H.S examination
90. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans: Strength *Teachers’ are actively engaged in research activities to update their knowledge in the subject. * Having discussions with the students on sessional assessments, *Students seminars *Group study and Disscussions. *Frequent field trips * Having student-teacher one to one interactions (specially for major students) *Computer with internet facility Weakness *Shortage of staff *Insufficient infrastructure. *Lack of museum. *Lack of a seminar room. *Lack of fund for frequent field visit. *Lack of modern sophisticated equipments like Projector etc.
Opportunities *To make provisions for frequent visit of locally available historical sites like Rajbari, Nao-Bhanga, Doboka, Howraghat, Akashiganga etc.
*To make a small but separate computer room to carry our research work
*To upgrade the departmental library.
*To upgrade the department as the center of excellence in History.
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*To foster inter-disciplinary research.
* To create awareness about Historical tourism potentiality among the students.
Challenges *Introduction of PG Course *Establishment of museum cum department. *To create situation for making history discipline popular. *To make the students aware of the new approaches of history learning. *To move away from the traditional way to an innovative way of learning
EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT 2013-2014
1.Name of the department : Education
2.Year of establishment : 1964
3.Name of programs/courses offered : Under Graduate
4.Names of interdisciplinary courses &
the departments/units involved : None
5.Annual/semester/ choice based credit system : Semester System
(Since July, 2011)
6.Participation of the department in the courses
offered by other departments : None
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7.Courses in collaboration with other universities,
Industries, foreign institutions, etc : Nil
8.Details of courses/programs discontinued
(if any) with reasons : Does not arise
9.Number of teaching posts
Faculty Position Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors 01 Filled Assistant Professors 01 Filled Assistant Professors 01 Filled Assistant Professor 02 (Contractual Post) Filled
10.Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc. D. Litt./ Ph.D./ M.Phil. etc.) Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years No. of Ph.D Students of Experience Guided for the last 4 years
Bonti M.A., M.Phil Associate Mental Hygiene 23 Nil Duarah Professor Jebun Ara M.A., M.Phil Assistant Continuing 18 ………… Begum Professor Education Nazrul M.A. Assistant Continuing 12 Years ………… Islam Professor Education Barbhuyan Rupa Devi M.A. Assistant Teacher Education 03 …………….. Professor Bapan M.A. Assistant Continuing 6 Month ……………… Laskar Professor Education
11.List of senior visiting faculty : Nil
12.Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (program wise)
by temporary faculty : 20%
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13.Student Teacher Ratio (program wise) : Major Course – 15:1,
Pass Course – 250:1
14.Number of academic support staff
Technical Administrative Sanctioned Filled 01 Nil Temporary Filled 15.Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc. D. Litt./ Ph.D/ M.Phil., PG.:
Sl. Nos Name of Teaching Faculty Qualification
1 Bonti Duarah M.A., M.Phil
2 Jebun Ara Begum Jebun Ara Begum, M. Phil.
3 Nazrul Islam Barbhuyan (Adhoc Post) M.A., M.Phil
4 Rupa Devi M.A. 5 Bapan Laskar M. A
16.Number of faculty with ongoing projects from National /International funding agencies and grants received. : Nil
17.Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST;
UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: No
18.Research centre / facility recognized by the university : No
19.Publications
K. Sarmah Bonti Duarah Jebun Ara Nazrul Islam Dipali Begum Barbhuyan Haflongbar Total Publications Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil
Peer Reviewed ………… ……………… …………….. ………………. ……………….. Journals ….. … . (National) Peer Reviewed ………… ……………… …………….. ………………. ……………….. Journals ….. … . (International) Chapter in Books ………… ……………… …………….. ………………. ………………..
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….. … .
Seminar ………… ……………… …………….. ………………. ……………….. Proceedings etc ….. … .
20.Areas of consultancy and income generated : Nil
21.Faculty as members in
a .National Committee: Nil b .International Committees: Nil c.Editorial Boards: Nil
22.Students projects: Nil
a.Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including interdepartmental /programs
b.Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e., in research laboratories/ industry/ other agencies.
23.Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students : Nil
24.List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department : Nil
Name of the Academicians Designation University
25.Seminars/Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding : Nil a. National: b. International
26.Student profile program/ course wise
Name of the Total Pass Applications Total Exam Total Course / Selected Enrolled Passed Percentage Received App. Exam.Appeared Program (Refer
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Q.N.4)
B.A. Core M F M F 2nd sem Core 237 138 375 237 138 375 191 50.93 Major 03 12 15 03 12 15 12 80 B.A. 4th sem 175 120 295 175 120 295 193 65.42 (Core) Major 02 10 12 02 10 12 11 91.66 B.A.6th sem 94 49 143 94 49 143 75 52.45 (Core) Major 01 10 11 01 10 11 09 81.81
27.Diversity of students
Name of the course % of students from % of students from % of students from the same state other state abroad
28.How many students have cleared national & State Competitive Examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil Services, Defense Services, etc. : Nil
29.Student progression
Student progression Against % Enrolled
UG to PG 35% of Major students &5% of Pass Course students go for PG Through Distance PG to M.Phil Nil
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PG to Ph.D Nil Ph.D to Post Doctoral Nil Employed Campus selection Campus Selection :Nil Other than campus recruitment Govt. Job:20% Private Job:50%
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment Self employment:20% 30.Details of infrastructural facilities:
a.Library: Departmental Library
b.Internet facilities for staff & students: Yes, facilities available in the College Library
c.Class room with ICT facilities: Nil, but sometimes special classes arranged with PPT
d.Laboratories: Departmental Laboratories for Psychological Practical for Major Students
31.Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, govt. or other agencies: ……………………
2011-2012 Number of Students Received Scholarships from Govt. Agencies
B.A. SEMII B.A.SEM IV B.A. SEM VI
25 O4 06
32.Details on student enrichment programs (Special lectures/ workshops/seminar) with external experts: Nil
33.Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning:
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-Lecture cum demonstration
-Departmental seminars (syllabus oriented)
-Group discussion and presentation. -Special Classes arranged for Major Students to access & share learning materials available in the world wide web (www).
34.Participation in institutional social responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Nil
35.SWOC analysis of the department and future plans:
Strength: - Results are good. -Students are sincere and disciplined. -Faculties are active dynamic, dedicated and punctual. -Enrolment of student is high. -Minimum facilities are available.
Weakness: - Limited Permanent Teaching Staff.
- Lack of Permanent Lab Bearer.
- No of faculty with Ph.D. is nill.
-Lack of good Laboratory facility.
-Absence of ICT in class room.
Opportunity:-Can be upgraded to PG level.
Challenges: -Due to +2 stage and maximum number of students, it is difficult to
maintain continuous comprehensive evaluation of the U.G. students.
--Proper infrastructure of a department is not there.
Future Plans of the Dept.: -To make use of effective Audio Visual Aids.
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-To hold more departmental/ inter-departmental Seminars & Workshops. -To develop a lab with all latest equipments. -To organize parents teachers association. -To organize departmental alumni forum. -To start PG courses. -To mobilize resource for establishing Smart Classroom. -To enrich departmental library etc.
Evaluative Report of the Departments
For the Year 2013-2014
The Self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3-4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data.
1. Name of the department : DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH
2. Year of Establishment : 1964
3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered : UG Courses in Arts, Science & Commerce
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved : Nil;
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) : Annual
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments. : B.A ,B.Sc,B.Com - Foundation Course. BA, B.Sc, B.Com - Environmental Science.
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : NIL
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : Nil
9. Number of Teaching Posts
Sanctioned Filled
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Professors Nil Nil
Associate Professors 02 02
Assistant Professors 03 03
Contractual Lectures 1 Nil
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization
(D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,)
Designation Specialization No. of Years No. of Ph.D. of Students Name Qualification Experience Guided for the last Four Years
Mr. M.A. Associate American Lit. 30 nil Rabindra Professir Kumar Rath
Mr. Azizul M.A Associate Semiotics 23 Nil Hoque Professor
Dr. Bishnu M.A, M.Phil, Assistant Linguistics 06 nil Prasad Ph.D, B. Ed. Professor Varma
Ms. M. A., B. Ed. Assistant American On Probation nil Bandana Professor Literature Baruah
Ms. Diana M. A. Assistant Indian English On Probation Nil Singnarpi Professor Lit.
11. List of Senior Visiting Faculty : No Provision
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical
classes handled (Programme wise) by temporary faculty : 20%
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13. Student –Teacher Ratio ( Programme wise) :General English - 100:1
Major - 30:1
14. Number of academic support staff Technical and administrative
Staff; sanctioned and filled : Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG.
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding
agencies and grants received
17.Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants
received
18.Research Centre /facility recognized by the University
19.Publications:
a) Publication per faculty Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.) Monographs Chapter in Books Books Edited Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers Citation Index SNIP SJR Impact factor h-index
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20. Areas of consultancy and income generated
21. Faculty as members in
a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards… 22. Student projects
a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding
a)National b)International 26. Student profile programme /course wise:
Name of the Applications Selected Enrolled Pass Course/programme received *M *F percentage (refer question no. 4)
Sem I (Major) 26 07 13 76.92%
Sem II (Major) 24 04 12 66.66%
Sem III (Major) 35 13 18 88.57%
Sem IV (Major) 34 12 18 88.23%
Sem V (Major) 11 04 07 100%
Sem VI (Major) 11 04 07 100%
Sem I (Gen) 466 301 165 52%
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Name of the Applications Selected Enrolled Pass Course/programme received *M *F percentage (refer question no. 4)
Sem II (Gen) 440 290 150 53.18%
27. Diversity of Students
Name of the Course % of students % of students % of from the from other States students same state from abroad
28.How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as
NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ?
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG PG to M.Phil. PG to Ph.D. Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Employed Campus selection Other than campus recruitment
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities
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a) Library b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students c) Class rooms with ICT facility d) Laboratories
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or
other agencies
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with
external experts
33.Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning
34.Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities
35.SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans
Strength :
Officially English has a status of assistant language, but in fact it is the most important language of India. After Hindi it is the most commonly spoken language in India and probably the most read and written language in India.
English language is popular among students and many students opt for English language and also the subject is always in demand. Teachers too are well qualified and experienced. Teachers are dedicated and committed to their job. The Teachers to Students ratio being 1:30 in the Major (Honours) course, the teachers are able to work on progress of individual students.
Weaknesses:
Majority of students are from rural background. As most of the parents are illiterate, they cannot directly take part in the daily routine of their children though they aspire for their children’s bright future. Hence the students‟ performance lacks parental supervision and guidance which is very necessary at this juncture of their education . The illiterate parents
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cannot realize what their children are pursuing neither do they consult the teacher about the progress of their children. English, being very much in demand among the students, causes a rat race and many student without knowing their potential or the caliber opt for English as their subject and later on succumb to performance pressure or result in the denial of seats to the more deserving candidates . The library facility, though in the process of being upgraded, sometimes does not meet the desired/expected level.
Opportunity :
Government colleges have established in rural areas with the notion of providing education to each and every student at his or her doorstep .The college caters to this need of the student of learning English‟ at U.G. Level . Besides this the college is actively considering to introduce Spoken English where the students will be trained on developing fluency and efficiency in English communicative skill. A proposal has been submitted to the UGC for funds for a Language Laboratory.
.The „Remedial Coaching Classes‟ and „Equal Opportunity Classes‟ are conducted in the college to bring the students at par with modern generation .
Challenges
As most of the students come from rural areas they have to come from far-off places. Due to the limited and not so good transport facilities the students face the problem in commuting to/from the college which affects their attendance in the class and also affects their performance in the exams. As the good facilities for project related works like typing, photocopy, binding etc. do not exist near the college the students have to spare their valuable time in a searching and commuting to such places . Because of the rural background many of the parents and students are not career oriented; the students just want to pass the exams without being concerned about the percentage of marks or division. They just come to the college just to qualify the exam and get a degree. Shortage of technical/supporting staff and limited funds/resources too affects in the experimentations and innovation of new ideas.
Future Plans of the Department :
1. To have the „Research Centre‟ in the Department .
2. To Enrich the Department Library with the latest books and Journals.
3. To Establish a language lab.
4. To Equip the classroom with ICT facilities.
5. To Establish a mini theatre for enhancing the dramatic skill of the students.
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3. Evaluative Report of the Departments 2013 – 14
1. Name of the department Assamese
2. Year of Establishment 1964
3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) - UG.
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Nil
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) - Semester (introduced from June, 2011).
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: IDOL (GU)
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil.
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts
Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors 1 1 Asst. Professors 4 4
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,)
Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years No. of Ph.D. of Students Experience guided for the last 4 years Dr. Deepak Bora M.A. Ph.D. Asso. Prof. Literature 28 Nil
Mrs. Bina Saikia M.A. Asst. Prof. Language 8 Nil
Mr. Devoraj Mili M.A. Asst. Prof. Literature 6 Nil
Dr. Dharani M.A. Ph.D. Asst. Prof. Literature 4 Nil Lahan
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Mrs. Manisha M.A. Asst. Prof. Language 3 Nil Saikia
Miss. Mallika M.A. Non Sanctioned Language 8 Nil Deka /Literature
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty: 15%
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) BA Sem. – I/II Major 5:1 BA Sem. – I/II General 36:1 BA Sem. –III/IV Major 7:1 BA Sem –III/IV General 28:1 BA Part –V/VI Major 3:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG:
Name Qualification Designation Dr. Deepak Bora M.A. Ph.D. Asso. Prof. Mrs. Bina Saikia M.A. Asst. Prof.
Mr. Devoraj Mili M.A. Asst. Prof. Dr. Dharani Lahan M.A. Ph.D. B.Ed. Asst. Prof.
Mrs. Manisha Saikia M.A. Asst. Prof.
Miss. Mallika Deka M.A. B.Ed. Non Sanctioned
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. Publications:
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∗ a) Publication per faculty
∗ Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students:
∗ Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.): Nil
∗ Monographs: Nil
∗ Chapter in Books:
Name of the Faculty Name of Published Chapters. Dr. Deepak Bora: 01 Mrs. Bina Saikia 01 Mr. Devoraj Mili 01 Dr. Dharani Lahan 01 Mrs. Manisha Saikia 01
∗ Books Edited: Nil
∗ Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers: Nil
∗ Citation Index: Nil
∗ SNIP: Nil
∗ SJR: Nil
∗ Impact factor: Nil
∗ h-index: Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in a), National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards….
Dr. Deepak Bora: Life Member of Asom Sahitya Sabha, Life Member of Satirtha Gaveshak Satra, Life Member of Tribal Literary Forum of India & Uttar-pub Bharat Bhasha-Sahitya Adhyayan Parishad.
Devoraj Mili:
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Life Member of Mising Sahitya Sabha, Life Member of Satirtha Gaveshak Satra, Life Member of Tribal Literary Forum of India
22. Student projects
a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: 100%
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: Data not available.
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department:
Sl No. Name & Address of the expert Topic & Duration of the Lecture. (In days) 1 Buddhindranath Barthakur, eminent Asomot Sanskrit Charchar Itihas. academician, Jorhat, Assam / 01
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding
a) National: Two days Seminar on Mamoni Roisom Goswami: Life &
Contribution, Sponsored by UGC, on 29th and 30th August, 2014.
b ) International: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise:
Name of the Applications Enrolled Pass Course/programme Selected received *M *F percentage (refer question no. 4) BA Sem – I/II Major 30 22 14 8 70 BA Sem – I/II General 200 182 129 53 65 BA Sem. –III/IV Major 35 35 24 11 80 BA Sem –III/IV General 141 141 102 39 69 BA Sem –V/VI Major 15 15 3 12 100 *M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students
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Name of the % of students % of students % of Course from the same from other States students state from abroad
BA Sem.–I/II 100 00 00
BA Sem.–III/IV 100 00 00
BA Sem.–V/VI 100 00 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Data not available.
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled
UG to PG 100 PG to M.Phil. PG to Ph.D. Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Employed • Campus selection • Other than campus recruitment
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities
a) Library : Central & Departmental Library
b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Yes
c) Class rooms with ICT facility: Nil
d) Laboratories: Nil
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: Nil
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts:
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Sl No. Name & Address of the expert Topic & Duration of the Lecture. (In days) 1 Buddhindranath Barthakur, eminent Asomot Sanskrit Charchar academician, Jorhat, Assam Itihas. / 01
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Lecture Method (Followed by Deductive or Inductive Method), Board work (Chalk & Talk Method), Along with above methods the Department organized local sites visit (historical & Cultural) for the benefit of students.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Department faculties are actively involved in socio-cultural programs organize by the institution and society.
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans
Strengths: A group of Sincere and hardworking faculty members. Teachers are actively engaged in research activities to update their knowledge in their own field. Seminars & Group Discussions among the students. Field trips. Cultural museum. Departmental library with good numbers of books. Having student-teacher one to one interaction (especially for major students).
Weakness: Insufficient infrastructure. Lack of Language lab. Lack of seminar room
Opportunity: Creation of a good ambience in the field of literary works in the college and society at large. Good employment opportunities in media related activities. Heritage awareness through the subject can build opportunities in various fields such as eco-tourism, cultural-tourism, cultural-assimilation etc. Professional & value oriented courses. To introduced PG course in Assamese.
Challenges: Lack of Funds. Students are from various communities. Lack of proper infrastructure.
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Future plan: To introduce PG course in Assamese. To establish a language laboratory. To equip the classroom with ICT facilities. Encourage students to appear for competitive exams.
3. Evaluative Report of the Departments 2013 – 14
1. Name of the department Bengali
2. Year of Establishment 1964
3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) - UG.
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) - Semester (introduced from June, 2011).
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments:
IDOL (GU)
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. Nil.
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of Teaching posts
Sanctioned Filled Professors
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Associate Professors 3 3 Asst. Professors 1 1
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,)
Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years No. of Ph.D. of Experience Students guided for the last 4 years P. K. Kar M.A. Asso. Prof. Literature 28 Nil
J. Ghatak M.A. Asso. Prof. Literature 20 Nil
J. Das M.A. Asso. Prof. Literature 15 Nil
P. Roy M.A. M.Phil Asst. Prof. Literature 6 Nil
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 20%
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) BA Sem. – I/II Major 4:1 BA Sem. – I/II General 25:1 BA Sem. –III/IV Major 4:1 BA Sem –III/IV General 17:1 B.Com. Sem –III/IV F.MIL. 8:1 BA Part –V/VI Major 2:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG:
Name Qualification Designation
P K Kar M.A. Asso. Prof. J Ghatak M.A. Asso. Prof. J Das M.A. Asso. Prof.
P Roy M.A. M.Phil. Asst. Prof.
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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. Publications:
∗ a) Publication per faculty
∗ Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students: Jaya Ghatak: 1. Journal : Baidik Yuge Nari Published in Kathamanabi, Hojai College Women’s Cell Journal (ISSN 2349-5308), 2014.
2. Debipokhshe nari Bandfana, Byatikram, Guwahati, ISSN 2231-5942, 2014
Jayita Das:
1. Otho Baidhobyo Kotha, Published in Kathasatyo, Kolkata. 2013
2. Prasanga Satidaha : Ek Bismrita Adhyay, Published in Dimoru (ISBN 978-81-923589- 9-4), 2013.
3. Naripragati O Gyanadanandini Published in Kathamanabi, Hojai College Women’s Cell Journal (ISSN 2349-5308). 2014.
Pabitra Roy: 1. Swadhinata-Uttarkale Udbastu Agaman O debes Rayer Tistaparer brittanta, Published in Barnolipi, An International online Journal, Vol. - III. Issue – I, ISSN 2249 –2666, 2013
∗ Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.): Nil
∗ Monographs: Nil
∗ Chapter in Books:
Pabitra Roy:
1. Bishahara Gan (page 481-488), Bangla Loksangeet Kosh, (Encyclopedia of Bengali
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Folksong), Amarbharati pub. Kolkata, ISBN- 13-978-81-906484-6-2, 2013. 2. Uttar-Purba Simanta Banger Luptapray Loukik Achar-Anushthane Loknatyer Upadan (Page 202 – 206), Uttarbanger Simanta, The Sea Book Agency, Kolkata. ISBN – 978-81-924520-7-4, Dec. 2013 3. Bhawaiya: Prantio Manuser Gan, Lokasanskritir Bichitra Parisar: Anveshan O Bisleshan, Balaka, Kolkata-09, ISBN – 13-978-81-922582-0-1, 2014.
∗ Books Edited: Nil
∗ Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers:
Jaya Ghatak:
1. Bishad rekhar jalchihna, vici, Guwahati, 2014, ISBN- 978-93-82250-53-1.
Jayita Das:
1. Antapur-er Swar : Atmakathan-er Stree-parba, Gangchil, Kolkata, 2014, ISBN 978-93-84002-25-1
∗ Citation Index : Nil
∗ SNIP : Nil
∗ SJR : Nil
∗ Impact factor : Nil
∗ h-index: Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in a), National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards….
P K Kar Member, Editorial Board, Krantik, Kolkata
J Das 1. Member, Folkloristic Education & Research Institute, Kolkata, 2000 – till date.
2. Member , Sri Aurobindo Society , Pondichery, 2011-till date
3. Professor in charge, Hojai College Magazine. 2014
P Roy 1. Life Member, Centre for Folklore Studies and Research (CFSR), Krishnapur, Kolkata. 2. Member, Paschimbanga Itihas Samsad, Woodburn Park, Kolkata – 700020.
22. Student projects
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b) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: 100%
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies: Nil
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: Data not available.
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department: Nil
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding
a) National : Nil
b ) International : Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise:
Name of the Applications Enrolled Pass Course/programme Selected received *M *F percentage (refer question no. 4) BA Sem – I/II Major 18 17 4 12 80.5 BA Sem – I/II General 124 124 70 54 88 BA Sem. –III/IV Major 17 4 13 4 85 BA Sem –III/IV General 72 68 37 31 80 BA Sem –V/VI Major 8 8 4 4 100 *M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students
Name of the % of students % of students % of Course from the same from other States students state from abroad
BA Sem.–I/II 100 00 00
BA Sem.–III/IV 100 00 00
BA Sem.–V/VI 100 00 00
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? Data not available.
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29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled
UG to PG 100 PG to M.Phil. PG to Ph.D. Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Employed • Campus selection • Other than campus recruitment
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities
a) Library : Central Library
b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Yes
c) Class rooms with ICT facility: Nil
d) Laboratories: Nil
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: Nil
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts:
Sl No. Topic & Duration of the Lecture. (in days) Name Of the Expert (Internal). 1 Departmental Seminar on Research Project, (1 J. Das, P. Roy Day) 2 Departmental Seminar on Medieval Bengali P.K. Kar, J. Ghatak, J. Das, Litarature. (1 Day) P. Roy
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Lecture Method (Followed by Deductive or Inductive Method), Board work (Chalk & Talk Method) etc.
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34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities:
Department faculties are actively involved in socio-cultural programs organize by the institution and society.
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans
Strengths: Sincere and hardworking faculty member. Teachers are actively engaged in research activities to update their knowledge in their own field. Having student-teacher one to one interaction (especially for major student).
Weakness: Insufficient infrastructure. Lack of departmental library. Lack of Language lab. Lack of cultural museum. No any post against commerce faculty.
Opportunity: Good employment opportunities in media related activities. Creation of a good ambience in the field of literary works in the college and society at large. Heritage awareness through the subject can build opportunities in various fields such as eco-tourism, cultural-tourism, cultural-assimilation etc.
Challenges: Lack of Funds. Students are from various communities. Lack of proper infrastructure.
Future plan: To make teaching ICT-based. To establish a language lab. Encourage students to appear for competitive exams.
Evaluative Report of the Departments
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The Self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3-4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data. 104. Name of the department : Department of Hindi 105. Year of Establishment :1964 106. Names of Programmes / Courses offered : H.S. & U.G. 107. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved : Yes a. Functional Hindi (B.Com). 108. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) (a) H.S. = Annual (b) U.G. = Semester 109. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Yes, Pradeshik Sahitya (Dept.of Assamese) 110. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : Nil 111. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : None 112. Number of Teaching posts
sanctioned Filled
Professors Nil Nil
Associate Professors Nil Nil
Asst. Professors 02 02
113. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,)
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Name Qualificatio Designation Specializatio No.of Years of No. of Ph.D. n n Experience Students guided (till 2013) for the last 4 years
Mr.Nageshwar M.A., Assistant Kavya 14 Nil Yadav M.Phil. Professor Mr. Manoj Kumar M.A., Assistant kavya 14 Nil Swami M.Phil. professor
114. List of senior visiting faculty : Nil 115. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty : More than 50% 116. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) :
Session : 2013-2014
Programme STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
B.Com.
B. A. Sem 1 & 2 B. A. Sem 3 &4 B.A. Sem 5 & 6 Sem -3 Sem - 2013 2 UG 2014 (B.A./B.Com ) MAJ MIL E. MAJ MIL E.HI MAJ E.HIN F.MIL F.MI HIN N L
14:1 14:1 03:1 06:1 17:1 xx 12:1 02:1 10:1 09:1
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117. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled : Nil
118. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. Name Qualification
01. Mr. Nageshwar Yadav M.A., M.Phil.
02. Mr. Manoj Kumar Swami M.A., M.Phil.
03. Dr. Santosh Kumar Gupta M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D
04. Mrs. Laxmi Pandey M.A.
05. Miss Sangita Mishra M.A. (From Aug, 2013 to Nov. 2013)
119. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received : Nil 120. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received : Nil 121. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University : Nil 122. Publications: Faculty Mr. Nageshwar Mr. Manoj Mr. Santosh Yadav Kumar Swami Kumar Gupta
No. of papers National 02 01 02 published in International 01 01 Nil peer revewed journals Areas of consultancy and income generated : Nil
123. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards : Nil 124. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter
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departmental/programme : It is compulsory for all the UG students of 6th Sem. Of Hindi (Major) to carry on a project on topics related to Hindi literature. b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies : Nil 125. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students : Nil 126. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department : Nil 127. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National : Nil b)International : Nil 128. Student profile programme/course wise: Session : 2013-2014
Programme STUDENT PROFILE PROGRAMME / COURSE WISE
B.Com.
UG B. A. Sem 1 & 2 B. A. Sem 3 &4 B.A. Sem 5 & Sem - Sem -2 (B.A./B.Co 6 3 2013 2014 m) MAJ MIL E. MAJ MIL E.HI MAJ E.HI F.MIL F.MIL HIN N N
Application 14 14 03 06 17 xx 12 02 10 09 received
Selected 14 14 03 06 17 xx 12 02 10 09
Enrolled M 05 09 01 05 10 xx 09 xx 10 08
Enrolled F 09 05 02 01 07 xx 03 02 xx 01
Pass 100% 100% 100% 100% 93.75 .... 57.14 100% 100% 100% Percentage % %
129. Diversity of Students
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Name of the Course % of students from % of students from % of students the same state other States from abroad
RARE RARE RARE
130. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? Nil 131. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled
UG to PG
PG to M.Phil.
PG to Ph.D.
Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral
Employed Campus selection Other than campus recruitment
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment
132. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library – Yes, Satisfactory b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - Available c) Class rooms with ICT facility – Not Available d) Laboratories - No 133. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies - 134. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts : Nil 135. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning – Delivering lectures, Arranging Departmental Seminars, Group Discussions and interactive sessions in the clesses. 136. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities - Nil
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137. SWOT analysis of the department and Future plans
SWOC ANALYSIS REPORT
Department of Hindi, Hojai College, was established in 1964 and already has completed 50 years of its glorious journey. A sizable number of students have been placed in different prestigious institutions and organizations after passing out from this department. Teachers of this department are actively engaged in research activities, along with other normal college duties and publish their research works in different journals of national and international repute. The department also brings out its wall magazine regularly. The performance of students of this department in the university examinations specially in major course is praiseworthy.
STRENGTHS
The faculty members of the department are well qualified and experienced. The faculty members of the Department are actively engaged in research. The teachers to students ratio being 1:14 in major course & 1:30 in pass course Excellent result in University exam.
WEAKNESS
Due to Inadequate number of faculty member there are limitations in conducting academic programmes and co-curricular activities properly. Unavailability of sufficient Hindi Literature books in departmental Library. Lack of Hindi software programme.
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OPPORTUNITIES
National Integration Since the college is a Hindi minority college students are keen to take Hindi as a MIL and Major subject. Increasing the awareness among the students about the importance of Hindi for better prospectus in jobs at National level. Supply of qualified man power to expand Hindi.
CHALLANGE
Many parents and students are not career oriented. The students just come to the college just to qualify the exam and get a degree. Non-articulate nature of students. Lack of funds to organise Seminar / Workshop and publish Journal etc.
FUTURE PLANS OF THE DEPARTMENT
To organize guest lectures and National Seminar. To establish a language lab. To open Diploma Course in Hindi Translation & Functional Hindi Motivating students to excel in reading, writing and speaking Hindi frequently.
Evaluative Report of the Department of Economics: 2013 - 2014
1. Name of the department : Manipuri
2. Year of Establishment : 1982/83
3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) : UG.
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and
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the departments/units involved : No
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) : Semester
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Yes (Hindi & Assamese).
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: NO
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: NO
9. Number of Teaching posts:
Sanctioned Filled
Professors
Associate Professors
Asst. Professors 01 01
10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,)
No. of Ph.D. No. of Years Name Qualification Designation Specialization Students of guided for the Experience last 4 years
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N.T. SINGH Manipuri M.A Asst. Prof Lang & Lite 30 years -
W. BIDYAPATI M.A Lecturer(Non- Modern 16 years - sanctioned) RANJAN SINGH Modern & Old M.A Lecturer Drama 8 years - ( Contractual)
11. List of senior visiting faculty : G.U. for Elective Subject.
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty :18% (Weekly) 432 Classes in yr. 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) : 14%
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled : NIL
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG. : 03 Members PG.
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received : NO
17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received : NO
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: NIL
19. Publications:
∗ a) Publication per faculty : N.T. Singh, Dimoru Journal 1st Oct.2013 published by ACTA.
∗ Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students ∗ Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.) : Journal Purnima 2010 December. ∗ Monographs
∗ Chapter in Books
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∗ Books Edited : Hojai College Magazine 2008/09. ∗ Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers ∗ Citation Index ∗ SNIP ∗ SJR ∗ Impact factor ∗ h-index
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : NIL
21. Faculty as members in
a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards…. : Hojai College Magazine 2008/09 & “Sankarshan” Hojai College, Hojai, 13/08/2010
22. Student projects : Yes
a)Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme : 50%
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies : No
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students : NIL
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department : G.U. (For Manipuri 2nd Language).
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding
a) National b) International : NIL
26. Student profile programme/course wise :
Name of the Applications Enrolled Pass Course/programme Selected received *M *F percentage (refer question no. 4) 1st Sem 03 03 02 01 Appeared 2nd Sem 06 06 04 02 100% 3rd Sem 05 05 04 01 100% 4th Sem 06 06 04 02 100% 5th Sem 08 08 06 02 100%
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6th Sem 01 01 01 100%
*M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students
% of % of students % of Name of the students from other students Course from the States from same state abroad
H.S./TDC 100% 2% 30%
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? : 02 (NET) 29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 29% PG to M.Phil. PG to Ph.D. Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Employed • Campus selection • Other than campus recruitment Entrepreneurship/Self-employment
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities
a) Library : Yes
b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students : NO
c) Class rooms with ICT facility : NO
d) Laboratories : NO
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies : NO
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32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts : NO
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : Conventional / Tradition
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities : Yes
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans : Yes 1. Strength : Strength less, because Manipuri Department is running from 1982. Department is only one man sanction post. Another one man post is essential. 2. Weakness : A) Book is not available in the Library. B) Online Facility is not available our department. So, relation topics is not enough conversional thought. 3. Opportunity : As above points as soon as possible fulfill. 4. Challenge : In the Hojai College atmosphere upgrade is essential and good relation to our Students parents.
Post Accreditation Initiatives
Hojai College was accredited last in 2004 at the “B” level and the Peer Team had made the certain recommendations. Since then the college has tried its best to materialise the recommendations despite the resource crunch and other difficulties. Excerpt from the Peer Team report is cited below.
“B. RECOMMENDATIONS
Keeping in mind the future plan of the institution the Peer Team makes hereunder some recommendations which the college may try to translate into reality in a phased manner:
1. The college has to evolve a future vision document for the short term and the long term with specific objectives and strategies. 2. Participation of the entire faculty in research activity and in organizing their subject related seminars and workshops at periodical intervals might be encouraged. 3. The faculty have to be encouraged to seek funding for their major and minor research projects not only from the UGC but also from other funding agencies including institutions / industries in Assam. 4. Quality Assurance Cell may be created immediately. 5. Remedial / Bridge Courses may have to be initiated for educationally disadvantaged students forthwith even without UGC financial assistance.
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6. Certificate / Diploma Courses such as Communicative English, Secretarial Practice, Tally Packages in Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Fashion Designing, Travel and Tourism, kitchen Gardening, etc., may be started. 7. A language laboratory with guidance from CIEFL may be thought of. 8. A commerce lab is to be set up with all practical orientation to improve the employability of the B.Com students. 9. All departments have to be provided with overhead projector. 10. Centralised media facility may be provided to the faculty to prepare audio-visual aids and broad base their teaching pedagogy. 11. Group Insurance scheme for all the students may be implemented. 12. Students’ feed back on teaching and campus life be collected once in a year from all the students of the college. 13. Two Physical Instructors - one male and one female- may be appointed to encourage more participation of the students in sports activities. 14. College management has to encourage teachers to attend seminars, symposia and conferences at least in the state of Assam by meeting the concerned expenses. 15. Remuneration paid to adhoc teachers and contract teachers has to be reasonably fair. 16. Alumni Association and Parents’ Association may be registered. Periodical meetings of these associations are to be ensured for better interaction. Resolutions at these meetings be recorded in the concerned minutes books. 17. The college management has to generate some funds and allocate need-based outlays for all the departments in the Annual Budget. 18. The infrastructure facilities for science labs and games & sports have to be expanded. 19. Efforts be made to impart value-based education for all the students. 20. Immediate steps be initiated for starting an NSS unit in the college. 21. A central Computer center with all the modern computers and internet connectivity has to be initiated. 22. Open Access System has to be introduced in the Central Library. 23. The college management has to explore the setting up of a hostel at least for girls. 24. An auditorium with a minimum capacity of 500 be conceived. 25. Need based adhoc / contract teachers be appointed in the Departments of English and Education. 26. Open aqua-guard drinking water has to be provided to all the students. 27. A minimum of 200 teaching days for each academic year has to be ensured. 28. No class in any course should contain more than 100 students. 29. Botanical Garden has to be developed with an impressive look. 30. Overhead Projectors be used by the maximum number of Departments. 31. The management has to ensure that no home tuitions are engaged by the teachers of the college. 32. Class -wise Attendance registers for all the courses be maintained and monitored. 33. Visits and interference of outsiders during the college hours be stopped.
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34. The management has to ensure that the Principal and the teachers be available in the college throughout the working hours and be accessible to the students. 35. The college needs to become more vibrant to generate enthusiasm among the faculties.
The Peer Team is of the opinion that this exercise will be useful to the institution and shall go a long way to initiate the quality enhancing strategies towards further growth and development.
The Peer Team wishes to record its appreciation for the good will and co-operation extended to it by the Principal, the Vice-Principal and their team of Hojai College, Hojai during the visit. The Peer Team wishes the college all success in its future endeavours in pursuit of quality and excellence.
Peer Team members : 1. Name of the Chairman and Co-Ordinator : Prof. V. Balamohandas. 2. Name of the Member : Prof. Swami Suparnananda 3. Name of the Member : Dr. N.Pandey
Date : September 27, 2004.
In the years after the 1st Cycle Accreditation , the college was galvanised in to activities but unfortunately, the then principal was embroiled in a financial scam and was put under suspension and subsequently, after a long-drawn legal tussle , was dismissed from service. This was a great blow to the pace of progress. A number of temporary and in-charge principals took over successively and post-accreditation initiative took a back seat. However, the college soon regained its poise and gradually gained momentum. A new regular Principal joined in 2012 . The IQAC was formed, academic, research and co-curricular and infrastructure development issues became foremost in the mind of the faculty. As a result, during the last two years we have been able to invite NAAC for the 2nd Cycle Re-accreditation.
During the last ten years , however, the college has been able to translate in to action almost 70% of the recommendations of the Peer Team of 2004. The changes have been reflected in the IQAR reports hosted in our website as well as in the executive report above.
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DECLARATION BY THE HEAD OF THE INSTITUTION
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 discussion and no part thereof has been outsourced.
I am aware that the peer team will validate the information provided in the SSR during the peer team visit.
Place : Hojai Signature of the Head of the Institution Date : 25th November 2014. with Seal
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ABBREVIATIONS
1. B.A: Bachelor of Arts 2. B.Com: Bachelor of Commerce 3. B.Sc: Bachelor of Science 4. CA: Chartered Accountant 5. CAT: Common Admission Test 6. CBCSS: Choice Based Credit and Semester System 7. CMAT: Common Management Aptitude Test 8. CPT: Common Proficiency Test 9. DA: Daily Allowance 10. DBF: Diploma in Banking and Finance 11. E-commerce: Electronic commerce 12. ED cell: Entrepreneurial Development cell 13. ELCB: Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker 14. FDP: Faculty Development Programme 15. GD: Group Discussion 16. GMAT: Graduate Management Admission Test 17. HOD: Head of the Department 18. HR: Human Resource 19. ICT: Information and Communication Technology 20. ISO: International Organization for Standardization 21. IT: Information Technology 22. LAN: Local Area Network 23. LCD: Liquid Cristal Display 24. M.Com: Master of commerce 25. MAT: Management Aptitude Test 26. MCB: Miniature Circuit Breaker 27. MG: Mahatma Gandhi 28. MOU: Memorandum of Understanding 29. GB: Governing Body
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Addenda to item 3.4.3 Publication
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