SELF STUDY REPORT 2016 BHOLANATH COLLEGE, DHUBRI In Respect of Re-accreditation (3rd Cycle)

Submitted to, NATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND ACCREDITATION COUNCIL BANGALORE, INDIA

Prepared by,

INTERNAL QUALITY ASSURANCE CELL B N COLLEGE, DHUBRI, ASSAM MARCH 2016

CONTENTS

ITEMS PAGE NO.

Preface

1. Executive Summary & SWOC Analysis 1—6

2. Profile of the College 7—18

3. Criteria - wise Inputs 19—169

Criterion I: Curricular Aspects 19—29

Criterion II: Teaching, Learning and Evaluation 30—52

Criterion III: Research, Consultancy and Extension 53—81

Criterion IV: Infrastructure and Learning Resources 82—94

Criterion V: Student Support and Progression 95—107

Criterion VI: Governance, Leadership and Management 108—164

Criterion VII: Innovations and Best Practices 165—169

4. Post Accreditation Initiatives 170—174

5. Evaluative Reports of the Departments 175—341

 Arts Stream

(i) Arabic 175—181

(ii) Assamese 182—190

(iii) Bengali 191—197

(iv) Economics 198—203

(v) Education 204—210

(vi) English 211—221

(vii) Hindi 222—227

(viii) History 228—235 (ix) Philosophy 236—243

(x) Political Science 244—252

(xi) Sanskrit 253—261

 Science Stream

(i) Bio-Technology 262—267

(ii) Botany 268—278

(iii) Chemistry 279—288

(iv) Computer Science 289—294

(v) Mathematics 295—300

(vi) Physics 301—308

(vii) Statistics 309—316

(vii) Zoology 317—328

 Commerce Stream 329—335

 Professional Course

(i) Bachelor of Computer Application 336—341

6. Declaration by the Head of the Institution 342

7. Certificate of Compliance 343

8. Annexures

I. UGC Letter of 2(f) and 12B 344

II. Certificate and Report of NAAC, Cycle 1 345—350

III. Certificate and Report of NAAC, Cycle 2 351—362

IV. Affiliation Certificate 363

V. Letter of latest UGC grants 364—366

VI. Letter of latest RUSA grants 367—369

Executive Summary & SWOC Analysis

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND SWOC ANALYSIS

Bholanath College is a premier co-educational institute of higher education in the district of Dhubri in the western part of Assam, sharing inter-state border with Meghalya and West Bengal, and international border with Bangladesh. Since its inception in 1946, the college has been imparting higher education in Arts and Science to the youth of this economically and educationally backward region of Assam. Though the college is located within the Municipal area of Dhubri, most of the students of the college hail from the surrounding rural areas. It has been playing a path finding role and takes pride in its quality products many of whom are enjoying privileged positions in the different fields of society. Keeping in mind the importance of commerce education, Commerce Stream was opened in 2008. To keep pace with the rapid changes in society over the last few decades, the college introduced some professional/ job oriented courses such as BCA, Biotechnology and B. Sc in Computer Science in the recent past. At present about 2500 students is receiving education in Arts, Science and Commerce with major course in almost all subjects available here. Spread over a campus of 18 acres, the college provides a congenial atmosphere for teaching and learning. Established with the objective, among other, to empower the youth through dissemination of knowledge and thereby uplift the diverse classes and communities, the college has been able to make an impact in the society. Thus the college is contributing to social justice and national development.

SWOC Analysis:

The analysis of the strength and weaknesses of an institution is a powerful tool to assess its quality and possibilities. NAAC has rightly observed that the SWOC analysis is the first step towards maintaining and enhancement of the quality of a higher educational institution. Bholanath College has certainly some potentiality but it has some drawbacks. The college has identified the following areas of strengths and weaknesses along with the opportunities and challenges:

Strength:  Qualified and experienced faculty.  Rich past and good reputation.  Cordial relationship among the stakeholders.  Functioning in plural and multicultural atmosphere.  Central library with good number of books and journals, and a digital wing.  Health care unit for staff and students.  Good student enrollment.  Hostel facilities for boys and girls.

Weakness:  Little focus on skill development courses.  Shortage of modernized /digital classrooms.  Inadequate indoor sports facilities.  Counseling cells need strengthening.

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 Participation of faculty members in research is not upto the mark.  Sanitation and drainage system need improvement.

Opportunities:  Being a premier institute of higher education, the college can become a hub of education and research.  Developing communicative and vocational skills courses to increase the employment opportunities.  Introducing interdisciplinary studies to explore local cultures.  To upgrade the college into a Post Graduate Institution

Challenge:  To stop migration of the students to other part of the state and country.  To overcome the challenges from the private institutions opened in the neighbouring areas.  To generate resources to meet the financial need of the college in connection with the non-sanctioned departments/posts.  To improve the employability opportunity of the out-going graduates.  To keep pace with the fast growing higher education scenario.

CRITERION I: CURRICULAR ASPECT The curricula and courses offered by the college are designed and prescribed by the affiliating university, Gauhati University. The university organizes workshops and symposiums inviting teachers and other stakeholders to participate in the process of design or revision of the curricula and syllabi. Some senior teachers of the college take part in this exercise and exchange their views and suggestions. The syllabi of the different undergraduate courses had been revised in the year 2011. Different cross-cutting issues such as Gender and Environmental studies are taken into consideration at the time of designing/revising the syllabi. The basics of Computer Science have been included in the syllabi of Physics, Mathematics and Economics. Environmental Studies is a compulsory paper for the undergraduates. The college organizes debates, workshops, etc. to enrich the curriculum and enhance the learning experience of the students. The college at present offers undergraduate courses in Arts, Science and Commerce both as Major and General Courses. The college offers BCA as a self financed course. The college introduced post graduate course in Assamese from the last session (2015). The college has also proposed to open a diploma course in „Goalpariya Performing Art‟ and is awaiting approval of the affiliating University. Semester-end Examination system is followed for evaluating the performance of the students.

The college has two Study Centres of Distance Education. Different Diploma and Master‟s Programmes are offered through the Study Centre of The Institute of Distance and Open Learning (IDOL) under Gauhati University. Bachelor and Master‟s Programmes are offered through the Study Centre of Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University.

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CRITERION II: TEACHING - LEARNING AND EVALUATION The admission into various courses of the college is carried out in a transparent manner, beginning from the advertisement, issue of Admission Forms to publication of the list of the selected candidates. The selection is done purely on merit basis. Selection lists are displayed in the Notice Boards of the college well ahead of the date of admission. The reservation policy of the government is followed for various backward and disadvantaged groups such as SC, ST, OBC and differently abled. The daily routine of the college is designed centrally to allot sufficient number and equal distribution of the classes for every department so that they can cover the syllabus in time. For effective teaching and learning, the IQAC ensures that every faculty members prepare and submit the Teaching Plans and Monthly Progress Reports as per the academic calendar of the college. Internal assessments, Home Assignments, departmental seminars and field visits are carried out to assess and enrich students‟ learning experience. Some programmes/workshops have been held for soft skills development of the students. The teachers encourage the students for participatory learning through interactive method and learning by doing. Remedial classes are arranged for slow learners on as and when basis. Various competitions on creative writing and cultural activities are held to nurture students‟ critical thinking and creativity. The college has taken initiatives to integrate ICT with teaching and learning for effective learning. The college monitors quality of teaching and learning through different measures such as Students‟ feedback and Academic Audit. Teachers are encouraged to participate in Orientation/ Refresher / Short Term courses to familiar themselves with the frontier of knowledge in concerned discipline and to improve their performance. Besides the Sessional Tests held centrally, Class Tests and interactive sessions are arranged by the departments to assess the progress of the students. The college has a team of qualified and experienced faculty. Of the permanent 58 teachers (present position), 23 are Ph.D., 10 are M. Phil and another 11 are NET/SLET qualified. There are 17 Temporary/ part-time faculty members. Among them 4 are Ph.D., 2 M. Phil. and 2 NET/SLET.

CRITERION III: RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION The college has always tried to bring out a balance between teaching-learning and research and accordingly encouraged the faculty to take up research activities. The teachers are granted duty leave to attend National/International seminars/conferences. Teachers are also given infrastructural support and other facilities to carry on research work. The research laboratory of the Chemistry Department is a recognized research laboratory for Ph. D. programme. Currently 12 teachers are pursuing Ph. D. programme. In the last four years 7 Minor and 2 Major Research Projects were completed, and currently 3 research projects are going on. The faculty members have published about 250 research articles in national/international journals. And the college has undertaken to publish two peer reviewed national research journals. It has organized National Seminars, State Level Seminars, Symposiums, Popular Talks and Workshops on various issues such as environment, gender differences and other issues of social importance. As part of its social responsibility, the college has taken up different extension activities through its NCC and NSS Units. Both teachers and students are involved in extension activities such as Blood donation, Health Check up camps at Madhusoulmari Part II and Jhograrpar (Raypara), Swachch Bharat Abhiyan, Road Cleaning, Plantation Programme and

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Village Survey. Currently the college is involved in providing support services to an M. E. School and carrying out a Computer Literacy Programme in District Jail, Dhubri.

CRITERION IV: INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES The college has optimum infrastructure and learning resources for the students and teachers as well. Basic facilities related with infrastructure and learning resources are made available to the students. There are in the college adequate number of classrooms with proper furniture. 8 classrooms are ICT enabled and efforts are on to integrate the ICT with teaching and learning. There is a digital classroom cum Seminar Hall with a seating capacity of 100. Departments of the college have small libraries of their own and computers with LAN facility. There are about 62 computers in the college. The Science Departments have laboratories well equipped with advanced equipments and related materials. There are two Boys‟ Hostel with about 54 boarders and one Girls‟ Hotel with 82 boarders. The hostels are provided with basic facilities such as furniture and equipments of minor games. The college has a staff quarter now occupied by the librarian of the college. The college has a well-stocked central library covering an area of 2295 square feet with a Reference Section and a Digital Wing. The library is fully automated and provides all services such as reprographic and INFLIBNET to both teachers and students. The internet facility is available at both the library and the UGC Resource Network Centre. Here both teachers and students can access to e-resources for their courses/research work. As for sports facility, the college has a large playground with outdoor sports facilities such as basketball, volley ball and badminton courts. Different sports instruments/equipments for indoor and outdoor sports are available for the students. Last year the college organized Gauhati University Zonal Youth Festival. The college has established a gymnasium which is open to both students and teachers. There is in the college a Health centre to cater to the primary care of the students and the teachers. Basic amenities facilities such as drinking water, toilets, and common rooms for students (boys and girls) and for teachers are provided. A canteen has been set up in the college for refreshment provision of the staff and students.

CRITERION V: STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION Bholanath College is committed to provide maximum support to the students for their all round development. To supplement their academic activities, regular counseling, communication skill and personality development programmes are held. Workshops on poetry reading/writing, Jikir and Jari, Shetubandh(bridge building among different communities), etc. are organized for cultural orientation of the students. Different competitions of creative writing, art and painting, music and dance, debate and culture, sports and games are organized annually and all students are encouraged to participate in the competitions. Some select teachers are appointed to guide the students. Both teachers and students are invited to write for the college magazine published annually. Almost every department of the college encourages the students to write for their Wall Magazine which is meant for the students. Remedial classes for backward and slow learners and coaching for competitive examinations are arranged under UGC scheme to enhance their skill and competence. Internet facility and facilities like Book Bank, reading room, e-resources, etc. are

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Executive Summary & SWOC Analysis available in the central library of the college. Book Fairs are held to enhance the students‟ reading habit. Mentoring was introduced for counseling the students on different issues both academic and non-academic. Different scholarships sponsored by state and central governments are awarded to the students belonging to different categories such as ST, SC, OBC, and minority. Students who are meritorious but poor are admitted to the college without the Admission Fee. Physically challenged or differently abled students are also given concession. Apart from all this, there is a Students Aid Fund in the college for the poor students. The college supports and provides facility to the students who participate in the National/ State level sports and cultural competitions. Last December a group of 11 students participated in a live telecast programme, Janakristi Samaroh organised at Dhubri by Dooradarshan Kendra, Guwahati. In 2015 the Drama Team participated in the Gauhati University Youth Festival, 2015 and bagged the best Disciplined Team award. The college has a Grievance and Redressal Cell to take note of the grievances of the students and teachers and to take necessary measures for their redressal. A Committee against Sexual Harassment is in place in the college to look into the complaint regarding sexual harassment. The principal and the faculty members are very cautious about ragging. An Anti-ragging Committee has been in the college and taken initiative to prevent ragging. There is an Alumni Association in the college.

CRITERION VI: GOVERNANCE, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT The overall responsibility of management of the college is bestowed upon a management committee called College Governing Body (GB) which takes all important decisions of the college in matters of administration and academic as well. The Principal as the Secretary of the GB carries out the decisions. As the head of the institution the Principal looks into the day to day affairs of the college. The college makes room for the participation of the staff in the management of the college. Two Teachers Representatives are elected every year to the GB from among the teachers. There is in the GB one representative from among the non-teaching staff. The departments of the college are given autonomy, though limited, in holding the sessional tests and extra classes as and when required. Academic matters are discussed in the Academic Council consisting of the Principal, Heads of the departments and Coordinator of IQAC of the college. There is also a Staff Council where academic or matters of general importance are discussed and decided. Teachers and students are also encouraged and allowed to take part in and contribute to the academic and corporate life of the college through different committees such as IQAC, Construction Committee, Examination Committee, Admission Committee, Anti-ragging Committee, Committee against Sexual Harassment, Library committee, etc. Different welfare schemes such as GPF and Pension are available for the staff of the college. Some welfare activities of the college are also carried out through the college Cooperative Society. The various funds of the college are audited by the internal and external agency. The student leadership is groomed through the College Students‟ Union, a representative body of the students elected annually. Students are also included in some important committees to allow them to take part in the decision making process of the college. To sum up, the principal along with the Staff Council and different other committees conduct and monitor the activities of the college.

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CRITERION VII: INNOVATION AND BEST PRACTICES Bholanath college is committed to best practices and aspires to innovation in different aspects of education. The admission process is transparent and inclusive in nature, and the evaluation system is quite fair. Some noble initiatives are taken by the college through different cells of the college. Computer Literacy programme at District Jail, Dhubri is such an activity. The college has proposed to open a diploma course in Goalpariya Performing Art and designed the syllabus. The course is expected to begin from the coming academic session. The college has taken steps to make the college campus a green one through activities like planting of saplings, reducing the use of paper and plastics and carrying out green audit.

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Profile of the Affiliated College

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Profile of the Affiliated College

PROFILE OF THE AFFILIATED COLLEGE

1. Name and Address of the College:

Name: Bholanath College Address: College Road, P.O: Bidyapara, Dist: Dhubri City: Dhubri Pin: 783324 State: Assam Website: www.bncollege.org.in

2. For communication:

Design- Telephone with Name Mobile Fax Email ation STD code Principal Dr. Dhruba O: 9435128800 - [email protected] Chakrabortty 03662230573 R: - [email protected] 03662230673 Vice Mr. Abdul O: 9435129884 [email protected] Principal Motleb 03662230573 Mondal R: Steering Mr. Noor O: [email protected] Committee Hussain 03662230573 Co- R: 9435129878 [email protected] ordinator

3. Status of Institution:

Affiliated College: 

4. Constituted College

5. Any other (specify)

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4. Type of Institution: a. By Gender

(i) For Men

(ii) For Women

(iii) Co-education 

b. By Shift

(i) Regular

(ii) Day 

(iii) Evening (Morning) 

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 16/08/1946

8. b. University to which the college if affiliated/or which governs the college (If it is a constituted college Gauhati University

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c. Details of UGC recognition:

Under Section Date, Month & Year Remarks (If any)

i. 2 (f) 1958 ii. 12 (B) 1962

(Enclose the Certificate of recognition u/s 2 (f) and 12 (B) of the UGC Act)

Annexure I: Certificate of recognition u/s 2 (f) and 12 (B) of the UGC Act

d. Details of recognition/approval by statutory/regulatory bodies other than UGC (AICIE/ NCTE, MCI, DCI, PCI, RCI etc.)

Recognition/Approval Under Date, Month & details Section/ Year Validity Remarks Institution/Department clause (dd-mm-yyyy) Programme i. ii. iii. iv. (Enclose the recognition/approval letter)

NOT APPLICABLE.

9. Does the affiliating University Act provide for conference 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

10. 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)

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b. For its performance by any other governmental agency?

Yes No 

If yes, Name of agency...... and Date of recognition...... (dd/mm/yyyy)

11. Location of the campus and area in sq.mts:

Location* Semi-urban Campus area in sq.mts. 54632.56 Built up area in sq. Mts. 4556.93 sq m (* Urban, Semi-urban, Rural, Tribal, Hilly Area, Any others specify)

11. Facilities available on the campus (Tick the available facility and provide numbers or other details at appropriate places) or in case the institute has an agreement with other agencies in using any of the listed facilities provide information on the facilities covered under the agreement

 Auditorium  Sports facilities  Play ground  Swimming pool  Gymnasium

 Hostel  Boys‟ hostel i. Number of hostels: 02 ii. Number of inmates: 54 iii. Facilities (mention available facilities): Furniture (bedstead, table, chair), TV, drinking water facility, sports facility (football, cricket, badminton, carom).

 Girls‟ hostel i. Number of hostels: 01 ii. Number of inmates: 82 iii. Facilities (mention available facilities) Furniture (bedstead, table, chair), TV, drinking water facility, hot water facility, sports facility (badminton, carom, chess.).

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 Working women‟s hostel i. Number of inmates ii. Facilities (mention available facilities)

 Residential facilities for teaching and non-teaching (give numbers available-cadre wise) 1 staff quarter  Cafeteria  Health centre First aid, Inpatient, Outpatient, Emergency care facility, Ambulance. Health centre staff - 01 Qualified doctor Full time Part-time

Qualified Nurse Full time  Part-time

 Facilities like banking, post office, book shops: NA

 Transport facilities to cater to the needs of students and staff: NA

 Animal house: NA

 Biological waste disposal

 Generator or other facility for management/regulation of electricity and voltage: 04

 Solid waste management facility

 Waste water management : 01

 Water harvesting: NA

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12. Details of programmes offered by the college (give data for current academic year)

Sl. Pregramme Name of the Duration Entry Medium of Sanctioned/appr No. of students No. Level Programme/Course Qualificatio instruction oved student admitted n strength

BA 3 years HS English BA: 960 BA: 1048 and BSc Assamese BSc: 780 BSc: 808 Under- Graduate BCom B Com: 150 B Com: 10 BCA BCA: 75 BCA: 17 Post- MA in Assamese 2 years BA Major Assamese 15 15 Graduate Integrated Progra- mmes PG

Ph.D.

M.Phil.

Certificate courses UG Diploma PG Diploma PG in Assamese, English, 2 years Graduation English other Maximum limit Assamese: 172 Economics, History, from any than the has not been English: 62 Political Science, recognised language specified by the Economics: 42 Philisophy, Education, university subjects university. The History: 17 Mathematics, Bengali, number of Pol. science: 131 Commerce, Journalism & students Mathematics: 34 Mass Communication depends on the Philosophy: 32 (Under Institute of accommodation Education: 145 Distance & Open capacity of the Bengali 19 Learning, Gauhati college. MCJ*: 02 University) Commerce: 32

BA (Under 3 years Maximum limit BA: 15 KrishnaK has not been Any other Kanta specified by the (specify Sandique university. The and provide State Open number of details) University) students depends on the BCom: 01 BCom accommodation capacity of the college.

PG in Assamese, English, Assamese: 06 Economics, History, English: 03 Political Science, Economics: Nil Philisophy, Education, History: Nil Sociology (Under Political Science:01 KrishnaK Kanta Sandique Philisophy: Nil State Open University) Education:05 Sociology: Nil *Mass Communication and Journalism

13. Does the college offer self-financed Programmes?

Yes  No If yes, how many? 01

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14. New programmes introduced in the college during the last five years if any?

Yes  No Number

PG in Assamese 01

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.)

Science Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, UG Botany, Zoology, Statistics, Bio- technology, Computer science Arts Economics, History, Political UG Assamese science, Philosophy, Education, Arabic, Sanskrit Commerce Commerce UG Any other BCA UC (Specify)

* The research laboratory of the department of Chemistry is a recognised research lab for Ph. D programme under Gauhati University. **The college offers the following subjects as compulsory:  English in BA, BSc, BCom and BCA  MIL (Assamese, Bengali, Hindi)/ Alternative English  Environmental Studies

16. Number of Programmes offered under (Programme means a degree course like BA, BSc, MA, M.Com..)

a. annual system

b. semester system 05

c. trimester system

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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

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

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20. Number of teaching and Non-teaching positions in the Institution.

Teaching faculty Non- Technical Positions Professor Associate Assistant teaching staff Professor Professor staff *M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F Sanctioned by the - - UGC/University/State Government Recruited 20 08 22 08 24 03

Yet to recruit 12 Nil Nil

Sanctioned by the Management/Society or other authorised bodies Recruited 14 03 14 06

Yet to recruit

*M-Male *F-Female

21. Qualifications of the teaching staff:

Highest Professor Associate Professor Assistant Professor Total qualification Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent teachers D.Sc./D. Litt. ------Ph.D. - - 5 3 10 5 23 M. Phil. - - 0 0 7 3 10 PG - - 15 5 5 0 25 Temporary teachers Ph.D. - - - - 2 0 2 M.Phil. - - - - 2 0 2 PG - - - - 7 2 9 Part-time teachers Ph.D. - - - - 2 0 2 M.Phil. - - - - 0 0 0 PG - - - - 1 1 2

22. Number of Visiting faculty/Guest Faculty engaged with the College. 02

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23. Furnish the number of the students admitted to the college during the last four academic years.

2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 Categories Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female SC 55 37 105 55 96 68 110 47 ST 19 15 22 11 19 05 24 05 OBC 150 136 331 84 221 144 245 150 General 866 633 938 497 706 286 851 423 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 1848 15 - - 1864 state where the college is located Students from other 08 07 states of India NRI students Nil Foreign students Nil

Total 1856

25. Dropout rate in UG and PG (average of the last two batches)

UG 50 % PG

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. 51952.36

(b) Excluding the salary component Rs. 5376.82

27. Does the college offer any programme(s) in distance education mode (DEP):

Yes  No

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If yes,

a) is it a registered centre for offering distance education programmes of another University

Yes  No

b) Name of University which has granted such registration.

1. Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University, Assam

2. Gauhati University

c) Number of programmes offered 04

d) Programmes carry the recognition of the Distance Education Council. Yes No

28. Provide Teacher-student ratio for each of the programme course offered

Programme Teacher-student ratio BA 1 : 30 BSc 1 : 25.3 BCom 1 : 4 BCA 1 : 6

29. Is the college applying for

Accreditation: Cycle 1 Cycle 2 Cycle 3 Cycle 4 Re-Assessment:

(Cycle 1 refers 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: Grade B (Institutional Score:72.00)

Cycle 2: 26/03/2011, Accreditation Outcome/Result: Grade B (CGPA: 2.82)

Cycle 3:...... (dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome/Result......

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*Kindly enclose copy of accreditation certificate(s) and peer team report(s) as an annexure.

Annexure II: Accreditation certificate and Peer Team Report of Cycle I

Annexure III: Accreditation certificate and Peer Team Report of Cycle II

31. Number of working days during the last academic year.

261

32. Number of teaching days during the last academic year (Teaching days means days on which lectures were engaged excluding the examination days)

248

33. Date of establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)

IQAC ...... 01/03/2002

34. Details regarding submission of Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQAR) to NAAC.

AQAR (i)...... 26/06/2014 AQAR (ii)...... 11/07/2013 AQAR (iii)...... 26/06/2014 AQAR (iv)...... 17/06/2015

35. Any other relevant data (not covered above) the college would like to include. (Do not include explanatory/descriptive information)

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Criteria - wise Inputs

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Criterion 1: Curricular Aspect

CRITERION I: CURRICULAR ASPECT

1.1 Curriculum Planning and Implementation

1.1.1 State the vision, mission and objectives of the institution, and describe how these are communicated to the students, teachers, staff and other stakeholders.

Vision:

The vision of Bholanath College is to provide quality higher education with an attempt to inspire, prepare, and empower students of its catchment area to succeed in a changing world.

Mission:

Bholanath College strives to achieve its vision by

 Committing itself to intellectual exercises based on effective teaching, interaction programme and exchanges in order to lift the diverse communities from stagnation to development,  Nurturing emerging disciplines and the creation of new knowledge and artistic expression in response to a rapidly changing world,  Inculcating deep historical knowledge of diverse cultures at home and abroad  Making effective use of the emerging technological tools to create skilled manpower and to bridge the gap between social needs and higher education.  Creating a congenial atmosphere to create and disseminate knowledge of human experience, thought and creativity to advance human welfare in all its dimensions,  Actively cultivating efforts aimed at developing students into independent- minded, responsible global citizens.

Objectives:

 To provide opportunities of quality higher education.  To make students competent for society through skill and knowledge.  To create an environment to enable students to achieve excellence.

Vision, Mission and objectives of the college are communicated to the students, teachers, staff and other stakeholders through the college prospectus and academic calendar, orientations, parent-teachers meet, etc. Furthermore, all activities are undertaken keeping in mind the Vision, Mission and objectives.

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1.1.2 How does the institution develop and deploy action plans for effective implementation of the curriculum? Give details of the process and substantiate through specific example(s).

The college develops and deploys action plans for effective implementation of the curriculum through IQAC and Academic Council:

 The college prepares a Daily Class Routine to execute and cover the curriculum.  In the beginning of each semester, all the faculty members prepare their Teaching Plans as per the Academic Calendar of the college and submit the same to IQAC.  At the end of every month, the faculty members submit their Monthly Progress Report.  Field tours/visits are conducted by the different departments as per the Academic Calendar. Thus, for example, last year the departments of Assamese and History conducted field visit to Surja Pahar, Goalpara, Assam.  The Principal of the college monitors the progress of different courses and curriculum through Academic Council‟s meet. The Head of the departments inform the Principal about the progress of the course.  The effectiveness of the implementation of the curriculum is monitored through classroom interactions and Sessional Tests.  At the end of academic session, academic audit is carried out.  Students‟ feed back on faculty members, library and office staff and also on the different facilities of the college is taken and addressed.

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 teachers receive the following support from the University/ College:

 From the University

(i) The curriculum of the programmes offered by the college are prepared and designed by the affiliating university, Gauhati University. (ii) The affiliating university provides an academic calendar (iii) The affiliating university appoints External officers to supervise the different examinations (both for Theory and Practical). (iv) The university provides the guidelines for evaluation.

 From the college

(i) The Daily Class Routine of the college is prepared centrally and supplied to the faculties. (ii) The college provides infrastructural facilities, teaching aids, etc. (iii) The faculty members have access to internet, Xerox facilities.

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(iv) The faculty members receive reference book facilities including e-book from the central library which has a digital wing. (v) The faculty members receive ICT facilities to make their teaching more interesting and effective. (vi) Faculty members of the science departments are provided with well equipped laboratories for conducting practical classes effectively. (vii) The college encourages the faculty members to undertake research activities. (viii) The college organizes workshops/seminars/lectures to help the teachers update their knowledge (ix) The college also encourages the faculty members to participate in seminars/conference/workshops to keep themselves in touch with the latest development in the respective fields. (x) The college helps the departments to set up Departmental Library.

1.1.4 Specify the initiatives taken up or contribution made by the institution for effective curriculum delivery and transaction on the Curriculum provided by the affiliating University or other Statutory agency.

The college has taken the following initiatives for effective curriculum delivery and transaction on the curriculum:  The college provides computers and other ICT facilities to the faculty members to making their teaching more interesting and effective.  The college provides a good number of reference books including e-books through the Central Library of the college.  The college has set up a Digital Wing in the Central Library for the teachers and students as well.  The faculty members have access to internet, Reprographic facilities.  The institution encourages the faculty members to undertake research activities.  The departments having practical classes are provided well equipped laboratories for conducting practical classes effectively.  The college conducts sessional tests centrally.  The college has made arrangement for uninterrupted power and drinking water supply in the college campus.

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?

 The college maintains a cordial relation with the affiliating university and other nearby institutes.  The institution interacts with the affiliating university while implementing the curriculum.  The affiliating university convenes seminars, workshops on course and

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curriculum from time to time to share and exchange views and suggestions on course and curriculum. A good number of faculty members participate in these programmes.  The college also organizes meeting of the stakeholders including students where the eminent professors are invited to discuss the issues related to course and semester system.

The college has little scope to interact with industry.

1.1.6 What are the contributions of the institution and/or its staff members to the development of the curriculum by the University? (number of staff members/departments represented on the Board of Studies, student feedback, teacher feedback, stakeholder feedback provided, specific suggestions etc.

The college/staff contribute by the development of the curriculum in the following ways:

 A few faculty members of the college are members of Committee for Course and Syllabus (CCS) of the affiliating university (Gauhati University). The faculty members also express their views through different platforms, such as seminars, workshops, etc.  The college submitted the draft syllabus on “Goalparia Performing Arts” to the affiliating university for its approval.

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.

Yes. The college has planned to offer a certificate course on „Goalparia Performing Arts‟, for which the curriculum has been developed by the college and has been submitted to the affiliating university for its approval.

Need Assessment: Goalparia Folk Culture, also known as „Deshi Culture‟ is a rich and diversified culture of the people of the region comprising undivided Goalpara district of Assam, Coochbeher district of West Bengal and Ranpur district of Bangladesh. But many of the elements of this culture are about to disappear in this age of globalization due to lack of academic cultivation and preservation. The present course aims at familiarization of the performing art of Goalparia Folk Culture to the young generation and thus create interest in them for its preservation. Academic discourse will also reveal its social significance and go a long way to popularize the folk art.

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Design: The course is designed so as to include both theoretical aspects and practical of the „Goalparia Performing Arts‟.

Development and planning: The course will be a certificate coure of six months duration. The course is designed and to be evaluated by the college. However, the course is to be reccognised and the certificate of the same is to be awarded by the affiliating university (Gauhati University).

1.1.8 How does institution analyze/ensure that the stated objectives of curriculum are achieved in the course of implementation?

The college ensures the stated objectives of curriculum through the following strategies:  Ensuring the attendance of the students for maximum number of classes  Ensuring maximum number of theory and practical classes to complete the syllabus in time  Conducting field visit/tour for students  Assigning Home Assignments/Projects to the students  Holding different Sessional and Class tests, and Semester end examinations

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

The college has little academic flexibility as it has to depend on the affiliating university (Gauhati University) in terms of course and curriculum. However, the college has introduced a number of elective subjects at UG level to offer some flexibility in terms of choice of subjects.

The college proposed to offer a diploma course on Goalparia Performing Art and a few skill development courses from the coming session.

1.2.2 Does the institution offer programmes that facilitate twinning /dual degree? If ‘yes’, give details.

The affiliating university of the college is yet to introduce twinning/dual degree provision. However, the college provides the opportunities through the Distance Education Mode. A student can pursue a regular course in the college side by side a course in Institute of Distance and Open Learning (IDOL), Gauhati University and Krishna Kanta Handique Sate Open University (KKHSOU).

A few Skill Development Courses are going to be introduced from the next session. These courses will be offered to facilitate twinning/dual degree.

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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

In BA/BSc/BCom courses, the college has offered a good number of elective subjects.

Range of subject options offered by Range of subject options offered by the University the college CORE CORE English English Modern Indian Languages: Modern Indian Languages: Assamese, Bengali, Bodo, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Hindi, Alt. English. Manipuri, Nepali, Urdu, Alt. English Environmental Sudies Environmental Studies. ELECTIVES ELECTIVES Second Languages: Seecond Languages: Assamese, Bengali, Bodo, English, Assamese, Bengali, English, Hindi. Hindi, Manipuri, Nepali. Classics: Classics: Arabic, Sanskrit, Persian. Arabic, Sanskrit. Economics, Education, Political Economics, Education, Political Science, Philosophy, History, Science, Philosophy, History, Botany, Geography, Sociology, Folklore, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Computer Linguistics, Psychology, Anthropology, Science, Physics, Statistics, Zoology. Botany, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Eletronics, Environmental Science, Geology, Home Science, Physics, Statistics, Zoology.

 Choice Based Credit System and range of subject options

The affiliating university has not yet introduced Choice Based Credit System.

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 Courses offered in modular form

NA

 Credit transfer and accumulation facility

NA  Lateral and vertical mobility within and across programmes and courses

The college allows the students to change Major Subjects based on availability of seats after admission but within a month from the date of commencement of classes.

The college also allows the weak learners to switch over from Major Course to Pass Course within the period of first semester of Programmes.

 Enrichment courses

NA

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.

The college offers BCA as a self financed course.  The course is similar to other courses offered by the college in terms of admission which is based on merits.  The curriculum of the course is designed by Gauhati University, the affiliating university.  The qualifications of the faculties are as per Govt/UGC norms.  The fee structure and the salary of the teachers are different and are designed by the Governing body of the college. The students of BCA course has to pay an extra amount besides the normal admission fees. The teachers of BCA course work against non-sanctioned post and their salary depends on the resources of the college.

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.

The college is planning to introduce a few Skill Development programmes as per National Occupational Standard and approved by NSDC. The beneficiaries will be BA, BSC, BCOM students.

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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?

NA

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?

The college follows the curriculum design and developed by the affiliating university, Gauhati University. The curriculum is enriched by the college through curricular and co-curricular activities, such as, involving the students in debates, quiz competitions, field studies, seminars/workshops, community services, youth festivals, music and fine arts, etc.

1.3.2 What are the efforts made by the institution to modify, enrich and organize the curriculum to enhance the experiences of the students so as to cope with the needs of the dynamic employment market?

The college has no scope to modify the curriculum designed by the affiliating university. However, the college makes efforts to enrich the learning experiences of the students. Difficulties and suggestions received from the students through the Students‟ Feedback are noted and corrective measures are adopted accordingly. Various programmes/activities are organized to enhance the learning experiences of the students. A few of them are:

 Classes on „Communicative and Interview Skills‟  Awarness Programme on „Cancer and Evil Effects of Tobacco‟ (21/09/2013)  Seminar on „Vivekananda‟s Thought on Education‟ (26/11/2013)  Workshop on „Basic Microbial and Biotechnological Technique‟ (25/02/2015)  Workshop on „Capacity Building and Personality Development‟ (28/02/2015 to 01/03/2015)  Workshop on „Zikir Geet‟ (from 04/03/2015 to 08/03/2015)  Special talk on „Contribution of Local Dialects in Assamese Language‟ (07/03/2015)  Lecture on „Ethics in the Gita‟ (02/03/2016)

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The Career and Counseling Cell of the college is functional and engaged in disseminating the opportunities of employment and availability of different courses after completing the UG courses.

(A) (B) Fig. 1.1: Glimpses of Workshop on (A) „Capacity Building and Personality Development‟ and (B) „Zikir Geet‟

1.3.3 Enumerate the efforts made by the institution to integrate the cross cutting issues such as Gender, Climate Change, Environmental Education, Human Rights, ICT etc., into the curriculum?

The curriculum designed by the affiliating university includes some of these issues such as gender and environmental education. Environmental study is a compulsory paper for all UG students.

Issues like gender/human rights are covered in humanities and social sciences. Efforts are made to integrate these issues into the curriculum through programmes, like gender sensitization, environmental awareness programme, etc. A few of them are:  Discussion on „All Round Development and Empowerment of Girl Child for Nation Building‟ (18/01/2013)  Observation of „World Environment Day‟ (5th June)

1.3.4 What are the various value-added courses/enrichment programmes offered to ensure holistic development of students?

 moral and ethical values

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teachers orient the students on moral and ethical values as part of their teaching activities.

 employable and life skills

The college has endeavoured to enrich the employability of the students through different activities, such as organizing workshop on “Capacity Building and Personality Development” and extra classes on “Communication and Interview Skill”

 better career options

Right now, no such courses are available in the college

 community orientation

The college has active NSS and NCC units. Through these units the college offers community service. Some of the activities undertaken by these units are:  Special activity programme was organized by NSS unit at Village Jhagrarpar Pt IV (Raipara), Dhubri from 12/04/2015 to 18/04/2015. The activity comprises village cleaning, awareness on health and hygine, plantation and village survey.  An Anti Tobacco Rally was organized by NCC unit on 31/05/2015 to sensitize against the bad effects of tobacco use in the society.

1.3.5 Citing a few examples enumerate on the extent of use of the feedback from stakeholders in enriching the curriculum?

The feedback taken from the students are analysed and the opinions and suggestions are discussed and conveyed to respective teachers/departments.

Examples: on receiving the suggestion from the students, Capacity Building and Personality Development, and Communicative and Interview Skills programmes were organized.

1.3.6 How does the institution monitor and evaluate the quality of its enrichment programmes?

The feedback from the participants of the programme is obtained and evaluated.

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1.4 Feedback System

1.4.1 What are the contributions of the institution in the design and development of the curriculum prepared by the University?

A few faculty members are on the Committee of Courses and Syllabi (CCS) of the affiliating university (GU). They participate in the meeting/workshop/seminar held to discuss and design the curriculum at the university and express and put forward their views and suggestions.

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?

There is a mechanism to obtain feedback on curriculum from students. It is communicated to the university through CCS meeting. The college adopts different co-curricular activities keeping in mind the feed back of the students.

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?)

None.

Any other relevant information regarding curricular aspects which the college would like to include.

 The college has prepared a certificate course on „Goalparia performing Art‟ and is waiting for approval of affiliating university.  The college is going to introduce the PGDCA course under Gauhati University from the next session.

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CRITERION II: TEACHING - LEARNING AND EVALUATION

2.1 Student Enrollment and Profile

2.1.1 How does the college ensure publicity and transparency in the admission process?

The college adopts the following measures to ensure the publicity and transparency in the admission process:

Publicity:

Wide publicity of the relevant information about admission is done through displaying Admission Notices on Notice Boards, publishing information about admission in the college prospectus, website and local media.

Transparency:

Applications of the candidates seeking admission into different programmes are scruitinised by the Admission Committee and a selection list is prepared on the basis of the marks obtained in the qualifying examinations. The selection lists are displayed on the Notice Boards before admission.

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.

Students are admitted into different programmes strictly on the basis of merits.

Process of Admission:  Advertisements inviting applications  Forms received and scrutinized  Selection lists prepared on the basis of merit and intake capacity of the college  Selections lists are displayed on the Notice Boards  Orientation and admission on the notified dates.  The college maintains the soft database of the students‟ profile.

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.

The minimum and maximum percentage of marks for admission into different

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programmes (BA/BSc/BCom) varies from year to year depending on the number of applicants and number of seats available in the college. In the current session (2015- 2016), the minimum and maximum percentage of marks for admission are as follows,

Minimum and maximum percentage of marks for Name of the College admission at entry level BA Min: 48.0 Max: 90.0 BSc Min: 41.8 Max: 91.2 B N College, Dhubri BCom Min: 44.6 Max: 59.6 BCA Min: 39.8 Max: 66.2 BA Min: 30.9 Max: 83.6 Dhubri Girls‟ BSc Min: NA Max: NA College, Dhubri BCom Min: NA Max: NA BA Min: 31.2 Max: 80.3 Bilasipara College, BSc Min: 35.4 Max: 81.3 Bilasipara BCom Min: NA Max: NA BA Min: 40.0 Max: 86.0 Chilarai College, BSc Min: NA Max: NA Golokganj BCom Min: NA Max: NA

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?

Yes, the admission process and student profiles are reviewed.

The Academic Council along with Prospectus and the Admission Committees of the college review the admission process and student profiles.

The criteria for offering major courses have been rationalized. Earlier major subjects were allotted on the basis of the marks obtained in the concerned subjects. This year major was allotted on the basis of the marks in the concerned subject obtained in the qualifying examination plus the total marks obtained in the qualifying examination. The gap between the commencement of General and Major classes has been reduced.

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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

 SC/ST: SC- 157; ST-29

 OBC: 395

 Women: 625

 Differently abled: 01

 Economically weaker sections: NA

 Minority community: NA

 Any other

***The college follows Govt. policies and university guidelines for reservation and inclusion of students from different sections of the society.

Fig. 2.1: Student profile (catergory wise) in numbers (year 2015-2016)

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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.

Number of Number of Demand Programmes Batch students Applications Ratio admitted UG BA 437 331 1.32 : 1.00 BSc 2012 363 223 1.63 : 100 BCom 09 09 1 : 1 BA 2013 343 293 1.17 : 1.00 BSc 434 314 1.38 : 1.00 BCom 15 15 1 : 1 BA 2014 560 447 1.25 : 1.00 BSc 461 401 1.15 : 1.00 BCom 08 08 1 : 1 BA 2015 523 446 1.17 : 1.00 BSc 475 401 1.18 : 1.00 BCom 04 04 1 : 1

PG (Assamese) 2015 37 15 2.47 : 1.00 M.Phil. Ph.D. Integrated PG Ph.D. Value added Certificate Diploma PG Diploma Any other 2012 05 03 1.67 : 1 (BCA) 2013 07 04 1.75 : 1 2014 06 03 2 : 1 2015 15 15 1 : 1

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Fig. 2.2: Comparative study of No. of Applicants and No. of Students admitted in various programmes for the year 2015-2016

2.2 Catering to Student Diversity

2.2.1 How does the institution cater to the needs of differently- abled students and ensure adherence to government policies in this regard?

The college has infrastructural facilities for differently-abled students. Most of the class rooms, canteen, laboratories, toilets, etc are in the ground floor. All administrative activities are carried out at the ground floor. The management of the college introduced provision for half studentship for differently-abled students.

Teachers and library staff take necessary care for such students as and when required.

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.

There is no formal mechanism to assess the students‟ needs in terms of knowledge

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and skills before the starting of the programme. However, the faculty members of the departments interact with the students in the first two/three classes on the same.

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?

 The college organized remedial course for the SC/ST/OBC and minority students in the year 2013-2014.  The college organized a 3-day Capacity Buiding and Personality Development Workshop for the students of 4th semester 2015  The college organized a 21-day programme on Communication and Interview Skills for the fifth semester students for the session 2015  The college arranged Coaching Classes for Entry into Service for the session 2013-2014.

2.2.4 How does the college sensitize its staff and students on issues such as gender, inclusion, environment etc.?

The college sensitizes the staff and the students of the college through different programmes and activities such as, gender sensitization, environmental awareness, bridge building between different communities and sections of the societies.

The Green Audit of the college was conducted from the last year by involving both faculty members and students. The college has taken initiative to start one Vermicompost unit in the Girls‟ hostel premises and the organic fertilizer produce thereof will be used in the college campus.

2.2.5 How does the institution identify and respond to special educational/learning needs of advanced learners?

There is no formal mechanism for such identification, but the teachers personally take initiative to guide the advanced learners.

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)?

 The academic performance of the students from the disadvantaged sections of society, physically challenged, slow learners, economically weaker sections etc. are analysed and assessed through classroom interactions and sessional tests.  These students are encouraged to participate in classroom interactions and avail of the book bank facility from the central library of the college.

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 The teachers repeat the lessons/topics and practical demonstration so that they can keep pace with the progress of the course.  The students from economically weaker section under BPL get financial assistance from „Students‟ Aid fund‟.  To make the collection and analysis of data and information of the students at risk of drop out, the college introduced mentoring from the last session.

2.3 Teaching-Learning Process

2.3.1 How does the college plan and organise the teaching, learning and evaluation schedules? (Academic calendar, teaching plan, evaluation blue print, etc.)

 The college prepares the Academic calendar along with the Prospectus before the commencement of every session in consultation with the academic calendar of the affiliating university, Gauhati University.  The syllabus of different programmes is distributed among the departmental faculty members by the concerned department in the beginning of every session.  The faculty members prepare and submit their Teaching Plan of every semester in the begining of the session.  The faculty members also submit the Progress Reports of their courses at the end of every month.  The college prepares the schedule of sessional examinations and semester end examination following the guidelines of the affiliating university.  The answer scripts of the sessional examinations are evaluated internally.  The college is one of the Evaluation Zones of Gauhati University. The faculty members actively participate in the evaluation process of the semester end examinations.

2.3.2 How does IQAC contribute to improve the teaching–learning process?

 IQAC of the college ensure that the Teaching Plans of the faculty members are prepared and submitted at the commencement of every semester.  The Monthly Progress Reports of every working moth is submitted by the faculty members to the IQAC.  Towards the end of every semester an Academic Audit is carried out.  IQAC enrich the teaching-learning process by organizing workshop, seminar, etc.  IQAC collect the Students‟ Feedback annually, analyse them and place the outcome before the Academic Council/Govorning Body for necessary action.  To make teaching-learning more effective, the faculty members are encouraged to use ICT in the classrooms.  IQAC encourages the students to visit the Central Library through Library Orientation classes.  IQAC frequently discusses the matters relating to quality teaching-learning with Principal and the staff.

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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?

 To make the teaching-learning student-centric, the teachers arrange interactive session with the students and assign home assignments and also provide them study materials if necessary.  Intra-department as well as inter-departmental Quiz and Debate competitions are organized to encourage participatory learning.  Students are asked to write for wall magazines and college magazines to develop independent learning and creative writing.  The students are also encouraged to visit the Central Library of the college to consult and study the relevant books and journals in the Reading Room of the library.  UG fourth Semester students are taken for field visits for compulsory Project work in Environmental Studies. Students are sometimes taken out for Educational Tour to gather first hand information about Science, Culture and History of the country, depending upon the financial resources of the college.  The College provides well-furnished class rooms and well-equipped laboratories for the Science Departments.  The college also has provided a number of rooms equipped with ICT facilities.  The Central Library of the college has a good number of titles and journals along with a Reference Section for the use of both the teacher and the taught.  The Central Library of the college has Digital Wing which helps the students and the teachers to access e-books, e-journals and other relevant reading materials.  The college also has a UGC Resource Network Centre. Both the Centre and the Central Library provide internet facility to the teachers and the students as well.  The college has taken initiative to upload the study materials in the digital wing of the Central library.  The students are encouraged to participate in Group Discussions.  Most of the departments publish Wall Magazines prepared and edited by the students to develop creative writing and collaborative learning.

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?

 The College encourages the students to participate in different competitions such as Story Writing, Poem Writing, Article Writing, Quiz and Debate competitions held annually and also on different occasions to nurture critical thinking, creativity and scientific temper.  Students are asked to write for the College Magazine and Wall Magazines to [Self Study Report : Bholanath College, Dhubri] Page 37

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develop their creative skills.  Students are also encouraged to participate in different workshops and seminars.  Students are encouraged to organize and participate in Science exhibition.

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 are provided with the following facilities for effective teaching:

 Laptop/desktop/ Projector  ICT enabled Classrooms  Digital Classroom  Digital Wing of the Central Library  Internet Facility  Access to N-List through INFLIBNET

2.3.6 How are the students and faculty exposed to advanced level of knowledge and skills (blended learning, expert lectures, seminars, workshops etc.)?

The students and faculty exposed to advanced level of knowledge and skills through the following ways:

 There is a Reference Section and a Digital Wing in the Central Library. Students and the faculty members are encouraged to use them.  Students and the faculty members are given access to the internet facility to keep themselves abreast of the latest developments in their respective disciplines.  Faculty members are allowed to participate in Refresher Courses/ Orientation Programmes/Short Term Courses to improve their knowledge and skills.  Faculty members are also encouraged to pursue higher studies (M.Phil/Ph.D) against Faculty Development Programme (FDP) under UGC.  The college sensitizes the importance of carrying out Major/Minor Projects and the IQAC of the college extends all possible help in this regard.  The college encourages the faculty members to participate in Workshops/Seminars/Conferences. Students are asked to participate in the departmental seminars, and in the seminars/workshops held at the college.  A few workshops/seminars/lecturers were organized in the college for students and faculty members as well.

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2.3.7 Detail (process and the number of students \benefitted) on the academic, personal and psycho-social support and guidance services (professional counseling/mentoring/academic advise) provided to students?

 The faculty members of the college provide guidance and counseling to the students on academic and personal issues such as Choice of Subjects and Financial problems.  Some lady teachers of the college provide psychological support to the girl students.  The college introduced mentoring of the students from the session 2015-16.

The Career and Counselling Cell of the college organized the following programmes:  A free Career Guidance and Information pogramme on various courses available after Degree Courses organized in collaboration with Sharda University on 11/11/2013. About eighty students of Degree Classes benefitted from the programme.  On January 20, 2014 a Counselling and Personality Development programme was organized for Degree students on “How to Face Civil Service Examination and Interview”. About 40 students attended the programme.  On November 27, 2015 a Talk on “Career Scope in Flim Industry” was prganised by the college. Sri. Satyan Choudhury, an Art Director in Mumbai Film Industry and an alumnus of the college spoke on large scope in this industry. About 120 students attended the programme.

The IQAC of the college arranged a few programme, namely;  Two-day workshop on “Capacity Buiding and Personality Development” (28/02/2015 to 01/03/2015), where the students were helped to acquire the leadership quality, personality development, stress management, problem solving capacity, etc.  Workshop on “Research Methodology” for 6th semester students (20/02/2015)

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 following innovative approaches were adopted by the faculty members:

 Learning by doing:  The students are asked to set question papers for themselves under the supervision of faculty members  The students are given topics and they are asked to consult books in the Central Library and prepare the answer of the same

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The college provides infrastructural, financial and moral support to encourage the faculty to adopt new and innovative approaches in teaching-learning activities.

Impact:

 There was improvement in the confidence level of the students.  Level of understanding of the students improved.

2.3.9 How are library resources used to augment the teaching learning process?

 The Central Library of the college has a collection of a good number of Titles (about 44 thousand) and journals.  Both teachers and students are allowed to borrow books for reading at home or in the reading room of the library. They can consult the resources including e-resource to supplement the class room teaching- learning process.  They are provided with reprographic facility.  The Library has a web linkage with the college website. Some reading materials and previous question papers are available for usage.  The Central Library of the college has a digital wing linked with several other e-resources of the national and international e-resources centers (eg., World Digital Library, N-LIST, Shodhganga, National Science Digital Library, E-Thesis Portal, National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning, Scientific Research, PubChem Spider, In Tech Open Access, The www Virtual Library, Open Access Theses and Dissertations, Open Access Library, etc). The faculty members and the students can access to those libraries and keep them abreast of the knowledge of frontier areas.

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.

Challenges:  The students find it difficult to cope up with the newly introduce semester system introduced in 2011  Shortage of classrooms  Shortage of permanent faculty members  The college faced an uphill task to manage the classes when part of its building was damaged due to the fire that broke out on 01/05/2014.  Regular power failure often hinders the continuation of practical classes

Institutional approaches to overcome the challenges:  Seminars and discussions on Semester System were organized to familiarize the faculty members and students with the changes.  New classrooms has been constructed to accommodate classes  Part time teachers have been appointed to lessen the workload of the faculty

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so that the curriculum is completed within the stipulated time  The college arranged generator facilities for continuous power supply

2.3.11 How does the institute monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching learning?

The Institute monitors and evaluates the quality of teaching-learning in the following ways:  The teachers assess the learning of the students through class room interaction and laboratory performances.  Marks obtained in the Sessional Tests and the result of the end semester examinations are analysed.  Home assignments and in-house projects are evaluated.  The faculty members are required to submit their Teaching Plan before the commencement of the semester.  The faculty members submit their monthly progress report at the end of every working month.  The students‟ feedback are collected annually and analysed. The outcome of the analysis is placed in the Academic Council/Management Committee of the college for information and necessary action.  Academic audit is carried out at the end of semester.  The college has started the mentoring of the students from the last session.

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.

Recruitment:

The college strictly follows the recruitment policies of UGC and the State Govt. The college advertises its requirements as per course and curriculum in the leading newspapers of Assam. An interview board is constituted as per the guidelines and the selection recommended by the interview board is placed in the Governing Body of the college. The Governing Body takes the final decision and the same is forwarded to the Director of Higher Education, Assam for his approval.

In case of part time teachers, the same procedure is maintained except that the approval by Director of Higher Education, Assam is not mandatory.

Retention:

The college provides a healthy environment to the staff. The college makes available to the faculty members necessary facilities for teaching-learning and

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research. The college has applied to different funding agencies for building staff quarters to provide accommodation to outstation teachers.

In the last four years, the retention of the teacher is 93.6 %.

Faculty Particulars:

Highest Associate Assistant Professor Qualifi- Professor Professor Total cation Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent teachers D.Sc./ ------D.Litt. Ph.D. - - 5 3 10 5 23 M.Phil. - - 0 0 7 3 10 PG - - 15 5 5 0 25 Temporary teachers Ph.D. - - - - 2 0 2 M.Phil. - - - - 2 0 2 PG - - - - 7 2 9 Part-time teachers Ph.D. - - - - 2 0 2 M.Phil. - - - - 0 0 0 PG - - - - 1 1 2

Fig. 2.3: Highest Qualification of faculty members (Permanent)

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Fig. 2.4: Highest Qualification of faculty members (temporary/part-time)

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 has introduced some professional/career oriented courses such as BCA, Biotechnology and Computer Science. These courses are taught by some full time faculty members and some senior faculty members of other departments namely, Physics, Botany, Chemistry and Statistics.

The syllabi of the above mentioned courses are covered in time and the result has improved over the last two years.

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 Number of faculty Programmes Nominated Refresher courses 2011-2012: 05 2012-2013: 02 2013-2014: 08 2014-2015: 05

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HRD programmes Orientation programmes 2011-2012: 08 2012-2013: 01 2013-2014: 05 2014-2015: 01 Staff training conducted by the 2014-2015: 03 university Staff training conducted by other institutions Summer / winter schools, 2013-2014: 02 workshops, etc. Others (Short Term Course) 2014-2015: 07

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: Workshop on use of ICT in classroom teaching

 Handling new curriculum: Workshop on Newly Introduced Semester System at UG Level Under Gauhati University

 Content/knowledge management: NIL

 Selection, development and use of enrichment materials: NIL

 Assessment: NIL

 Cross cutting issues:  Discussion on „All Round Development and Empowerment of Girl Child for Nation Building‟ (18/01/2013)  Lecture Programme on „Gender Discrimination: A Barrier for Girl Students to Higher Education (30/11/2015)

 Audio Visual Aids/multimedia: NIL

 OER’s: NIL

 Teaching learning material development, selection and use: Orientation Programme on Library Facilities and e-resources.

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 Others:  Symposium on „Role of College Teachers in Imparting Quality Education‟ organised by IQAC on 27/06/2015. Dr. Bibhas Das Purakayastha, Formal Principal, Pandu College, Guwahati acted as as the resource person in the programme.  Workshop on „Data Dissemination and Training on Census Information India‟ (Organised in collaboration with Department of Census, Government of India from 17th December to 18th December).  Lecture programme on „Transition of Assamese Society: Past and Present‟ organized by B N College Teacher Association in collaboration with IQAC on 27/11/2015. Prof. Monirul Hussain, Professor in Political Science, Guwahati University delivered the lacture and interacted with the participants.

c) Percentage of faculty

 invited as resource persons in Workshops / Seminars /Conferences organized by external professional agencies: 20

 participated in external Workshops / Seminars /Conferences recognized by national/ international professional bodies: 69

 presented papers in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences conducted or recognized by professional agencies: 38.6

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 college adopts the following policies to recharge the faculty members :  Necessary information regarding various funding agencies and assistance are provided to apply for Major/Minor Projects.  The college makes necessary arrangements in granting Teacher‟s Fellowship for Higher Studies (under FDP of UGC).  The college grants necessary permission and leave for pursuing Ph.D programmes.  Leave granted to the faculty members to attend/present papers in Seminars/Conferences organized by the Institutions of Higher Education.  The College publishes Research Journals to encourage and accommodate the research activities of the faculty members.  The college provides infrastructure namely, laboratory, Internet facility, library with good number of journals, e-journals and reference books to carry out the research activities.

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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?

 The teachers are evaluated by the students through students‟ feedback annually.  The Academic Audit has been introduced to evaluate the teachers‟ performance in the classrooms.

The feedback from the students are analysed and placed before the Governing Body of the college along with the report of Academic Audit for its discussion and approval and the teachers are informed of the outcome. Teachers are asked to improve their performance, if necessary.

2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms

2.5.1 How does the institution ensure that the stakeholders of the institution especially students and faculty are aware of the evaluation processes?

The students and faculty members are made aware of the evaluation processes through the Academic Calender and notices issued from time to time. Students are also oriented classwise about the evaluation processes.

The affiliating university assigns zones for the evaluation of answer scripts. The college is selected as an evaluation zone and teachers are appointed as evaluators and scrutinisers of the answer scripts. The evaluators take utmost care in evaluating the scripts. The Head Examiners submit the evaluation reports to the affiliating university.

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?

The affiliating university (GU) has adopted the following measures for examination reforms:  Colleges as micro zones  System of Spot evaluation  Declaration of end semester results within 45 days after the completion of the examination.

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However, the college has very little scope to initiate any examination reforms. However, the college has been working hand in hand with the affiliating university to carry out the measures mentioned above.

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 Principal of the college is appointed as the Zonal officer of the zone assigned to the college.Before starting of the evaluation process, orientation programme is conducted with the evaluators to apprise them of latest guidelines.

The Principal pf the college appoints Assistant Officers in Charge to conduct Sessional Examinations and all Heads of the Departments are entrusted to evaluate carefully the answer scripts of the examinations.

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 following formative assessment approaches have been adopted to measure student achievement:  Classroom interaction  Assignment of projects  Laboratory performance of the students

A few summative assessment approaches undertaken by the college are:  Sessional Test  Performance of project report and presentation  Interactive session for final examination  Result of End Semester examination

All these have impacted positively towards understanding the field of study and which culminates in the good performance of the students in the classroom and examination as well.

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.

 For a fair and transparent assessment, the Sessional Tests are held centrally.  Invigilators are appointed by the Officer in Charge, Principal.  The marks of the Test obtained by the students are displayed to inform the students about their performances in the Tests and the discrepancies are resolved in front of the concerned students.

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Weightage are purely given on the content and knowledge of the course.

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?

The graduate attributes are specified in the vision and mission of the college. They are expected to be knowledegbale, independent thinker and respectful which is also incorporated in the motto of the college.

2.5.7 What are the mechanisms for redressal of grievances with reference to evaluation both at the college and University level?

 Students are allowed to apply to the affiliating university for re-evaluation of their answer scripts of Semester-end examinations.  In the case of internal assessment, grievances are received and resolved by the concerned departments of the college.

2.6 Student performance and Learning Outcomes

2.6.1 Does the college have clearly stated learning outcomes? If ‘yes’ give details on how the students and staff are made aware of these?

The college has not stated learning outcomes. But the college excepts the following learning outcomes of its students. The students and the teachers are made aware through the following:

Expected learning outcomes Made aware through  To master knowledge and skill of  The students are made aware of the the specific subject/ programme. learning outcomes through  To inculcate social and moral orientation by Principal and values introductory lectures delivered by  To develop an attitude of research teachers. and scientific temper.  Through different meetings and  To build up an awareness of activities of the college. cultures and environment  The staff members are made aware through Academic Council‟s Meet, Staff Council‟s Meet, and Parent-

Teachers‟ Meet.

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

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wise for last four years) and explain the differences if any and patterns of achievement across the programmes/courses offered.

The college monitors and communicates the progress and performance of students through:  Classrooms interactions  Performance in Sessional tests  Performance in Laboratory work  Performance in Semester end examination

YEAR PROGRAMME PERCENTAGE REMARKS* OF PASS 2012 BA 70.8 BSc 89.9 2013 BA 77.8 BSc 90.0 BCom 80.0 2014 BA 76.7 BSc 56.8 BCom 93.7 2015 BA 82.0 BSc 55.0 BCom - No students appeared at the Final Examination

Fig. 2.5: Students‟ Result for last four years

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*Analysis and Remarks:

 The above table clearly shows that the result of the BA programme has gradually improved over the years. On the other hand, the result of the BSC programme has shown a gradual decline.  In the years 2012 and 2013, the programme was conducted under annual system (1+1+1). In this pattern the result of BSc was comparatively better than the result of the BA.  The BCom was introduced in the year 2010. Students who took admission in the year 2010, appeared at the BCom final examination in 2013. The results of the first two batches are quite good. However, no student appeared in the final examination in the year 2015.

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 strategies of the college regarding teaching, learning and assessment are structured as follows:

 Teaching and Learning strategies:

 The college designs carefully a Daily Class Routine to manage the classes of different programmes.  The college prepares the Academic Calendar in consonance with the Academic Calendar of the affiliating university (Gauhati University).  The faculty members require to submit Teaching Plan and Monthly Progress Reports.  The college provides ICT facilities to the departments.  The college provides Internet facilities and Library facility comprising about 44 thousand books and a good number of journals.  Facilities of Reading room and reference section for both teachers and students.

 Assessment Strategies:

 Students are assessed through assignments and projects.  Students have to take Sessional Tests.  Students‟ feedback is collected annually and analyzed.  Academic Audit is carried out

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 developed among students etc.) of the courses offered?

The courses offered by the college are designed by the affiliating university

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(Gauhati University). So the college has little scope to enhance the social and economic relevance of the courses. However, the college supplements the courses by organizing curricular and extra-curricular activities.

 Student placements

Though there is no Placement Cell, the college has a Career and Guidance Cell. A teacher is in-charge of the cell. The cell organizes/arranges career counseling sessions/programmes to make the students aware of various courses/avenues available to them after graduation. There is an active NCC unit in the college. The NCC units gives opportunity to different training programmes which help them in employment.

 Entrepreneurship

There is no formal mechanism for entreprneurship. But the college encourages the students to for entrepreneurship through counseling.

 Innovation and Research Aptitude

Students are given project works as part of their curriculum. Classes on Research Methodology are taken to help them develop a research attitude. A good number of research journals are made available in the Central Library of the college.

2.6.5 How does the institution collect and analyse data on student performance and learning outcomes and use it for planning and overcoming barriers of learning?

The college collects and analyses data on students‟ performance and learning through the Sessional and Semester end examinations. The result of the students in the said examinations is discussed and analysed in the Academic Council‟s Meeting and remedial measures are taken accordingly through classroom interactions, revisions of topics and practical classes.

2.6.6 How does the institution monitor and ensure the achievement of learning outcomes?

The college monitor and ensure the achievement of learning outcomes through:  Classroom Interactions  Sessional Tests  Project Assignments  Performance in Practical Classes  Seminar Presentations

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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, the college uses assessment/evaluation outcomes as an indicator for evaluating student performance, achievement of learning objective and planning.

The Academic Council of the college evaluates the students‟ performance in its meeting and accordingly prepares plans for the same. A few examples regarding this are:

 Class attendance is mandatory.  Appearing at the Sessional Examination is made mandatory

Any other relevant information regarding Teaching-Learning and Evaluation which the college would like to include.

 The college is going to organize a National level Seminar entitled „Folk Culture of Undivided Goalpara and North Bengal : An Ethinocultural Observation‟ on 05/03/2016, financed by the teaching staff.  The Career Counseing and Guidance Cell of the college is going to organize a „2-day Training Programme on Mushroom Cultivation as a Tool for the Students and Rural Enterpreneour‟ on 18th and 19 March 2016.  The President of the Govorning Body, Dr. Mir Shahadat Ali, formerly Senior Scientist of Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh is going to deliver a lecture on „Cancer Awarness‟ in the month of April 2016.

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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?

 The college has one Research Laboratory in the Department of Chemistry recognized by the affiliating university (Gauhati University) for pursuing research activities particularly for Ph.D. research scholars.  The college also has DBT sponsored „Institutional Biotech Hub‟ where the research activities for allied subjects are carried out.

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.

The college has a Research Committee to monitor the research activities of the faculty members. The Research Committee is composed of the following:

(i) The principal of the college ------Chairperson (ii) Two faculties from Science Stream ---- Member (iii)Three faculties from Arts Stream ------Member (iv) The Librarian of the college ------Member

Recommendations:  The Research Committee has recommended the publication of two research journals by the college.  To monitor the progress of various on-going research projects/Ph. D work undertaken by the faculty members

Impacts:  Accordingly, one research journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, another on Humanities and Social Sciences are published annually.  The research committee starts the process of monitoring the research work.

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: Principal investigators of the minor/major projects have the autonomy to carry out the research within the limitations of the guidelines of the concerned funding agencies.

 timely availability or release of resources: The resources are released in time.

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 adequate infrastructure and human resources: The college provides necessary infrastructure and human resources such as support staff for smooth progress and implementation of the projects.

 time-off, reduced teaching load, special leave etc. to teachers: Special leaves are granted as and when required

 support in terms of technology and information needs: The college extends support in terms of technology and information

 facilitate timely auditing and submission of utilization certificate to the funding authorities: The office of the Principal of the college provides assistance in auditing and submitting the utilization certificates to the funding authorities.

 any other: NA

3.1.4 What are the efforts made by the institution in developing scientific temper and research culture and aptitude among students?

The college makes the following efforts to develop scientific temper and research culture and aptitude among students:  assigning project works and field visits,  encouraging the students to participate in workshops and seminars.  The college arranges classes on Research Methodology for students to help them write project reports/ dissertations.

3.1.5 Give details of the faculty involvement in active research (Guiding student research, leading Research Projects, engaged in individual/collaborative research activity, etc.

The faculties of the college are involved in various types of research activities

 Guiding student research

Year:2014 Name of the Department: BENGALI

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1 Arpita Paul Sarat Sahitya Char Nari: „Srikanta‟ Debashis Chakraborty Upannaser Bhittite

2 Ritashree Saha Jibanander Pallipriti: Rupasi Bangla'r Dipa Ghosh Bhittite

3 Shanon Roy Path Chalar Gan-Bibhutibhusaner Suchitra Pal „Pather Panchali‟: Ekti Samiksha

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Year:2014 Name of the Department: PHILOSOPHY

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1 Rinki Roy The Philosophy of Plato Lalit Ch. Nath

2 Israful Alom The Philosophy of Aristotle Lalit Ch. Nath

3 Hasanuzzaman Mondal The Philosophy of Plato Lalit Ch. Nath

4 Md. Anisur Rahman The Philosophy of Sankardeva Rita Bora

5 Golap Mostofa Swadeshi: Meaning and Contemporary Rita Bora Relevance with Reference to Mahatma Gandhi 6 Mohibul Hoque Gandhi‟s Concept of Non-Violence Rita Bora Choudhury 7 Sujata Sarker Descartes Rationalism Nabanita Devi

8 Arjuma Begum The Astika-Nastika Dichotomy in Nabanita Devi Indian Philosophy 9 Amina Pervin J. P. Sartre‟s Existentialism Nabanita Devi

Year:2015 Name of the Department: PHILOSOPHY

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1 Abu Kalam Gandhi‟s Concept of Non-Violence & Lalit Ch. Nath Satyagrah with Special Reference to Education 2 Bobita Sarkar Tagore‟s Humanism Lalit Ch. Nath

3 Abida Sultana Gandhi‟s Concept of Non-Violence Lalit Ch. Nath

4 Monima Aktar Gandhi‟s Concept of Satyagraha Lalit Ch. Nath

5 Ezazul Rahman Sarkar Gandhi‟s Concept of God Rita Bora

6 Altaf Hossain Hedonism As a Moral Theory Rita Bora

7 Sabina Yeasmin Aurobindo‟s Evolution Rita Bora

8 Kavita Ghosh The Reformative Theory of Rita Bora Punishment 9 Manzur Rahman Concept of Nyaya Philosophy Rita Bora

10 Jiaur Rahman Advaitavada in Indian Philosophy with Rita Bora Special Reference to Education 11 Santi Deb Roy Concept of Human Rights Nabanita Devi

12 Jahida Islam Terrorism Nabanita Devi

13 Chandra Kishore Roy Philosophy of Srimanta Sankardeva Nabanita Devi with Special Reference to Bhakti 14 Chiranjit Sutradhar Concept of Sankardev‟s Philosophy Nabanita Devi

15 Ipshita Chakravorty Concept of Feminism Nabanita Devi

Year:2014 Name of the Department: ARABIC

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

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1 Abdus Sagir Ahmed Outstanding Poets of Abbasid Period Atowar Rahman

2 Nazmus Sakib Jahiz and His Contribution to Arabic M. A. Jotdar Prose 3 Saiful Islam Abdullah Ibn-Al-Muqaffa and His Book Abdullah “Kalila Wa Dimna” 4 Saidul Islam Akand Imam Gazzali and His Contribution as Atowar Rahman Islamic Philosopher 5 Farhanas Akhter Al-Mutanabbi and His Poetry M.A. Jotdar

Year:2015 Name of the Department: ARABIC

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1 Eliza Sultana Abul Ala Al-Ma‟arri and His Abdullah Contribution to Arabic Poetry 2 Saifur Rahman Outstanding Poets of Abbaised Period M. A. Jotdar and Their Poetry 3 Sanowar Hussain Al-Mutanabbi and His Poetry Atowar Rahman

Year:2014 Name of the Department: HINDI

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1 Anamika Roy Upanyaskar Mun Si Pumchand Ka Mohan Roy Bektitwa Krititwa Ek Adhyan

Year:2015 Name of the Department: HINDI

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1 Sunny Sah Kabir Das Ka Bektitwa aur Krititwa Ek Mohan Roy Adhyan

Year:2013 Name of the Department: ASSAMESE

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1 Sk. Atufa Yesmin Kalarhat Anchalar Utsav Parvan Baby Bora

2 Uttara Bala Das Kalarhat aru Hudurhat Anchalar Baby Bora & Alaka Lokavasha Sarma 3 Payal Rabi Das Kalarhat Anchalar Jiban aru Jibika Baby Bora

4 Rabiya Khatun Kalarhat Anchalar Paribeshya Kala Baby Bora

5 Dritika Devi Kalarhat Anchalar Lokachar Alaka Sarma, Karuna Kanta Das, Baby Bora 6 Farhana Sultana Kalarhat aru Hudurhat Anchalar Xajpar Baby Bora

Year:2014 Name of the Department: ASSAMESE

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1 Sonmaina Devi Jhagrarpar Anchalar (Dhubri) Manasha Baby Bora Puja 2 Ajgar Ali Sikdar Dhubri Zilar Lokogeet Baby Bora

3 Amirul Islam Talukdar Asarikandi Anchalar Terrakota Baby Bora

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4 Khalida Akhter Adabari Anchalar Utshav Parban aru Baby Bora Domahi

Year:2015 Name of the Department: ASSAMESE

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1 Mobarak Ali Lathi Bazir Geet Upendrajit Sarma

2 Sohida Sultana Bhuyan Fakirali Geet Upendrajit Sarma

3. Samsur Nehar Begum Biya Geet Upendrajit Sarma

4. Zahangir Alom Jhali Matir Geet Upendrajit Sarma

5. Jeetumoni Roy Bash Pujar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

6. Nur Nasrin Ahmed Suba Chani Pujar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

7. Supi Parveen Hudum Pujar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

8. Manisa Rabha Bisho Hari Pujar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

9. Mallika Roy Sarkar Sonaray Pujar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

10. Deepti Nath Kati Pujar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

11. Samidul Islam Magan Geet Upendrajit Sarma

12. Rinkimkhatun Holi Pujar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

13. Rasna Begum Go-Pujar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

14. Rohima Khatun Charak Pujar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

15. Khairul Islam Sitala Pujar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

16. Sahnazul Hoque Karma Bikshyak Geet Upendrajit Sarma Khandakar 17. Seuli Begum Masmariya Geet Upendrajit Sarma

18. Sahidul Islam Dehatatwa Mulak Geet Upendrajit Sarma

19. Abdul Rouf Khandakar Bara Bana Geet Upendrajit Sarma

20 Momina Gasmin Khel Dhemalir Geet Upendrajit Sarma

21. Nilima Bala Roy Ajonga Pujar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

22. Arfad Ahmed Dhuwa Geet Upendrajit Sarma

23. Barnali Roy Dhawani Utsavar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

24. Islam Hussain Char Chaparir Geet Upendrajit Sarma

25. Sk. Faruk Ullah Nao Khelar Geet Upendrajit Sarma

26. Dildar Al Hasan Zari Geet Upendrajit Sarma

27. Rehena Parvin Nichukoni Geet Upendrajit Sarma

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Year:2014 Name of the Department: EDUCATION

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1. Umme Salema Ansary A Study into the Literacy Status of Altap Hussain Minority Women in the Word No. 12 Of Dhubri Town under Gauripur Educational Black Dhubri District. 2. Priti Rekha Roy A Study of Pure Drinking Water Altap Hussain Facilities in Lower Primary School of Golakganj Educational Black for Physical And Mental Health. 3. Begum Gulbadan A Study into the Literacy Status of Altap Hussain Minority Women in the Jhagrarpar Gaon Panchayat of Dhubri Town Under Gauripur Educational Black Dhubri District. 4. Nur Amin Sk A Study of Importance of Educational Altap Hussain Technology In Education Specially in Tamarhat Gaon Panchayat. 5. Saiful Islam Sk Need and Importance of Women Altap Hussain Empowerment in 21st Century with Special Reference to Kamandanga Gaon Panchayat. 6. Md. Khorshed Ali A Project on Women Empowerment Habibur Rahman with Special Reference to Nilokhia Mondal Gaon Panchayat. 7. Khairul Islam A Study of the Impact of Sarbha Habibur Rahman Siksha Abhijan in Falimari Gaon Mondal Panchayat. 8. Nasreena Sultana Health Education- A Case Study wf Habibur Rahman Primary School Students, With Special Mondal Reference to Lakhipur Block, Goalpara, Assam. 9. Mustofa Jahangir Alom Adolescent a Significant Period of Altap Hussain Human Life. 10. Wahidur Rahman Importance of Teacher Training with Habibur Rahman Special Reference to Hatidhura. Mondal Year:2015 Name of the Department: EDUCATION

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1. Anisur Rahman Ahmed A Project on Women Empowerment Altap Hussain With Special Reference to Hazirhat Gaon Panchayat. 2. Kapil Dev Barman A Study of the Importance of Distance Altap Hussain Education in Mankachar Gaon Panchayat. 3. Noory Dil Sultana A Study about the Importance of Adult Altap Hussain Yesmin Education in 21st Century with Special Reference to Jhagrarpar Gaon Panchayat. 4. Noory Dil Sultana A Study of Pure Drinking Water Altap Hussain Yesmin Facilities in L.P. School of Gauripur Educational Block. 5. Mir Abdul Muktadir A Study of Wastage and Stagnation of Altap Hussain Primary Education in Hatidhura Elementary Block of Dhubri District.” 6. Shuva Deep Pyne A Study of the Development of Altap Hussain Educational Technology in the Field of Education with Special Reference to

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Chunary Gaon Panchayat. 7. Jesmina Ahmed A Project on a Study of the Necessity Altap Hussain of Value Education at High School Level with Special Reference to Bilasipara Area. 8. Khadiza Begum Environmental Pollution is Causes and Altap Hussain Awareness. A Comprehensive Study of Khopatia Gaon Panchayat.

9. Sultana Samima Hoque A Study of the Impact of Sarbha Altap Hussain Siskha Abhijan in Jhagrarpar Gaon Panchayat 10. Mohsina Begum A Study of the Literacy Status of Altap Hussain Prodhani Minority Women in Gotabari Area under Mankachar 11. Habiba Sultana A Study af Women Empowerment And Altap Hussain Economic Empowerment with Reference to Guwabari Gaon. 12. Puja Kundu A Study into the Literacy Status of Altap Hussain Monority Women in Mankachar Bazar Gaon Panchayat. 13. Naznin Begum A Study of Problems of School Altap Hussain Administration and Management in the Lower Primary Level of Kamandanga Gaon Panchayat. 14. Masuma Akhter A Study of Literacy Status of Women in Altap Hussain Kamandanga Area of Dhubri District. 15. Jeetendra Baishya A Study of Importance of Educational Habibur Rahman Technology in Education Specially in Mondal Khalilpur (Vcdc). 16. Ashadur Zaman Sheikh A Study of Developmental Psychology Habibur Rahman with Special Reference to Dhubri W. Mondal No. 16 Under Dhubri Municipality Board. 17. Umar Hassan A Study of Need and Important of Habibur Rahman Discipline in School with Special Mondal Reference on Jhagrarpar Gaon Panchayat Dhubri, Assam. 18. Shahid Islam A Project On Child Development With Habibur Rahman Special Reference To Mahamaya Mondal Gaon Panchayat. 19. Saniwara Parvin A Study of the Impact of Need and Habibur Rahman Importance of Women Empowerment Mondal In 21st Century with Special Reference to Bhassani Char Gaon Panchayat. 20. Khadija Sultana A Critical Study about Teacher Habibur Rahman Education for Lower Primary School at Mondal Dharmasala, Under Gauripur Development Block 21. Latika Barman Environmental Awareness: A Habibur Rahman Comprehensive Study of Sonalur Dabri Mondal Gaon. 22. Eshita Barman Population Education, Its Causes and Habibur Rahman Awareness: A Comprehensive Study of Mondal Simultapu Gaon. 23. Mariya Kibtiya A Study of Need and Importance of Habibur Rahman Special Education of M. E. in 21st Mondal Century with Special Reference to Dhubri, W. No. 9 under Dhubri Municipality.

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24. Majoni Nath A Study of Importance of Teacher Habibur Rahman Education of M.E. School with Special Mondal Reference to Bidyapara Part-Ii Under (B.E.E.O.) 25. Eliza Siddiqua A Study of Need and Importance of Habibur Rahman Special Education of Primary Level in Mondal 21st Century with Special Reference to Dhubri, W. No. 14 Under Dhubri Municipality. Year:2014 Name of the Department: HISTORY

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1 Anupam Roy A Report on the Contribution of Raja Abdul Motleb Mondal Rammohan Roy in Moderisation of Indian Society. 2 Saddam Hussain A Report on Muslim Invasion of Rabindra Das Kamrup-Kamata: Its Consequences. 3 Ismail Hussain A Report on Ahom Tribal Policy (1228- Rabindra Das 18260): Its Consequences. 4 Shamima Yasmin A Report on Ahom Mughal Conflict and Abdul Motleb Mondal its Socio-Cultural Effects. 5. Anisa Ahmed A Report on Gandhian Philosophy and Ebrahim Ali Mondal its Relevancy in the Context of the Present Day Society. Year:2015 Name of the Department: HISTORY

Sl. No. Name of the Student Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1 Mojida Yasmin Mughal Architectural Development Abdul Motleb Mondal During Emperor Shahjahan 2 Nazdeen Zarina Parveen Role of Women in the Freedom Ebrahim Ali Mondal Movement of India 3 Aysha Zulekha Sarkar Akbar‟s Religious Policy Ebrahim Ali Mondal

4 Souda Khanam Jotdar Role of Mahatma Gandhi in Freedom Ebrahim Ali Mondal Movement of India 5. Salma Nasrin Khanam Impact of Muslim Conquest of India Abdul Motleb Mondal Jotdar 6. Shahnaz Begum Role of Moniram Dewan in Sepoy Rabindra Das Mutiny in Assam 7. Minakshi Jha Character of Sepoy Mutiny Rabindra Das

8. Mohibul Alom Akand Mughal Invasion of Assam and Its Rabindra Das Impact 9. Bisnu Roy Rise of Extremism in Indian Freedom Abdul Motleb Mondal Movement Year: 2014 Name Of The Department: PHYSICS

Sl. No. Name of the Students Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1. Raushan Ara Begum Astable Multivibrator Using Transistor Rafiul Karim Mollah To Study Time Period 2. Sajida Sultana Sarkar Lagrangian Formulation And Its Motior Rahman Practical Uses 3. Saminur Rahman Hemiltonian Formulation And Its Motior Rahman Practical Uses 4. Ajidul Hoque Astable Multivibrator Using Ic 555 To Edal Hussain Mesure Frequency 5. Sanjeeda Eftekhar Astable Multivibrator Using Transistor Rafiul Karim Mollah Hussain To Study Frequency

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6. Runjun Devi Physical Phenomenon Based On C.N.Bepari Interference And Difraction 7. Ratul Ch. Roy Astable Multivibrator Using Ic 555 To Edal Hussain Mesure Time Period 8. Subrata Roy Hamiltonian Formulation Motior Rahman And Study Of Hamiltonian Equation Of Someconservative System 9. Eliyash Ahmed Preparation And Characterization Of Hiten Sharma Zno Nano Particles By X-Ray Diffraction. 10. Narzima Parveen Determination Of Unknown Resistance Edal Hussain By 555 Timer Ic Year: 2015 Name Of The Department: PHYSICS

Sl. No. Name of the Students Title of The Project Name of Supervisor

1. Tania Ahmed Effect Of Ion Temperature On Exact M.K. Ahmed Amplitude, Speed And Shape Of Ion- Acoustic Solitary Waves In Plasma 2. Momtaz Yeasmin Determination Of Unknown Capasitor Edal Hussain By 555 Timer Ic 3. Mizanur Rahman Exact Amplitude, Speed And Shape Of M.K. Ahmed Ion-Acoustic Solitary Waves In Nonthermal Plasma 4. Hazrat Ali To Determine The Resistivity Of Rafiul Karim Mollah Different Type Of Graphitic Pencil 5. Subhankar Ch. Sarma Mesurement Of Temperature By Rafiul Karim Mollah Microprocessor 8051 6. Pranab Biswas Application Of Lagrangian Formulation Motior Rahman Under Central Force Field 7. Sritama Mazumdar Exact Amplitude, Speed And Shape Of M.K. Ahmed Ion-Acoustic Solitary Waves In Electron-Positron-Ion Plasma 8. Subhankar Saha Hamiltonian Formulation And Its Motior Rahman Application To Certain Problems 9. Lokesh Bose Construction Of Infrared Sensors And Rafiul Karim Mollah Study Of Variation Of Reflectance With Different Coloured Surface 10. Kakali Roy Construction Of Light Detective Rafiul Karim Mollah Instrument Using Ldr And Study Of Variation Of Voltage With Rgb Filter Year: 2014 Name of the department: CHEMISTRY

Sl. No. Name of the student Title of the Project Name of the supervisor

1. Md. Aminur Investigation of ground water Abdul Aziz Mondal RahmanSarkar parameter in and around the locality of Bidyapara, College Road, Dhubri 2. Avrojyoti Ray Investigation of ground water Abdul Aziz Mondal parameter in and around the locality of Golakganj town 3. RajibLochan Roy Analysis of water quality parameters: A Shahidul Islam case study of ground water of different places of Dhubri town 4. RishavChakraborty Photocatalytic decolourisation of toxic Shahidul Islam dye (Methylene Blue) in presence of

catalyst (MnO2) under visible light 5. Zaidul Islam Khan Photocatalytic decolourisation of Dhruba Chakrabortty

OrangeII using TiO2 under visible light

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6. LaizuYasminaraKhatun Photocatalytic decolourisation of toxic Dhruba Chakrabortty dye (Methylene Blue) in presence of catalyst (ZnO) under visible light 7. ShohidurRahman Volumetric and Viscometric studies of Mousumi Das binary mixtures of 2-ethoxy ethanol with four 1-alkanols at 298.15K 8. Debrabata S aha Treatment of water contaminated with Susmita Sen Gupta

OrangeII by adsorption on TiO2

9. Saurav Paul Adsorptive accumulation of Methylene Susmita Sen Gupta blue on Montmorillonite

10. Rahul Dev Sarma Graphene as scavenger of toxic dye Susmita Sen Gupta from water 11. Raushanara Parvin Eco friendly reduction of aromatic nitro Murshida Karim compounds by using Iron-oxide hydroxide catalyst 12. Harshad Jyoti Kashyap One-pot synthesis of Biginelli Murshida Karim compounds by using cupric ion as catalyst Year: 2015 Name of the department: CHEMISTRY

Sl. No. Name of the student Title of the Project Name of the supervisor

1. Jesmina Ahmed Analysis of drinking water samples of Abdul Aziz Mondal some selected locations of Agomani area 2. Rohida Amin Hoque Assesment of ground water in some Abdul Aziz Mondal selected locations of Dhubri town 3. Imran Ahmed Investigation of portability of tube well Shahidul Islam water of some selected locations of Dhubri 4. Moksedul Islam Ground water quality assessment of Shahidul Islam some parts of Dhubri 5. Azizur Rahman Investigation of ground water Mousumi Das parameter in and around the locality of Jhagrarpar G.P. of Gauripur development block 6. Karabi Barman Analysis of water parameter in and Mousumi Das around the locality of JhagrarparG.P. of Gauripur 7. Moheswar Ch. Das Analysis of water quqlity parameter-a Mousumi Das case of ground water of different places of Fekamari block, South Salmara, Mankachar subdivision 8. NurjahanKhatun Adsorption of cationic dye by activated Susmita Sen Gupta charcoal: a case study with methylene blue 9. JesminaraParveen Adsorptive accumulation of Methylene Susmita Sen Gupta

blue from water ontoMnO2 10. Mehjabin Rahman Theoretical study on the stability of Murshida Karim azobenzene-2-sulfenyl bromide 11. Mostafizur Rahman Multicomponent synthesis of nsition Murshida metal ion as catalyst Karim 12. Asif Muhammad Mustak Investigation of ground water quality in Ruhul Amin Bepari some selected location of Dhubri 13. AbhisekBhattacharjee Investigation of a few water quality Ruhul Amin Bepari parameters

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Year: 2014 Name of the department: ZOOLOGY

Sl No Name of the students Title of Project Name of Supervisor

1. Reshmi Chakraborty A study on the habitat of Indian Azad Ali flying fox (Pteropus giganteus) Brunnich, 1782 at the kacharighat roosting site of dhubri district of Assam. 2. Monika Khatun Population Fluctuation at Indian Azad Ali Flying Fox (Pteropus giganteus) colonies in the Kacharighat Roosting Site, Dhubri, Assam. 3. Sumona Das Study on the Herpeto fauna of B. N. Azad Ali College and its adjacent areas under Dhubri district of Assam. 4. Meri Makhoni Effects of sub-lethal exposure of Santanu Sarma cypermethrin on tissue lipid- peroxidation of Heteropneustes fossilis Bloch 5. Rumpi Seal Effects of sub-lethal exposure of Santanu Sarma DDT on midgut lipid peroxidation and some nutritional parameters in the body fluid of earthworm 6. Anuradha Rabha Ornamental fishes found in nearby Samuel Sheikh water bodies of Dhubri town,Dhubri,Assam 7. Ahamedul Firdous Fishing gears and Techniques used Samuel Sheikh by fishers in the nearby water bodies of Dhubri town 8. Rajdip Nath A preliminary study on the diversity Bhabesh Nath of turtle species in Dhubri district,Assam 9. Nabajit Ghosh Length weight relationship of Mitali Ghosh (Paul) Notopterus notopterus in the lower reaches of the river Brahmaputra in the region of Dhubri town 10. Nilofar Yasmin Distribution and economical status Azad Ali of Indian featherback (Chitala chitala Hamilton, 1822) in the wetland bodies of Dhubri district of Assam Year: 2015 Name of the department: ZOOLOGY

1. Arifa Khatun Distribution and population of indian Azad Ali flying fox (Pteropus giganteus Brunnich, 1782) in and around the Fakiragram area (B.T.A.D.) of Assam 2. Ajim Md.Salim Study on the total cholesterol-HDL Santanu Sarma ratio in the muscles of some minor carps from Dhubri market 3. Abida Begum Study on the protein content in the Santanu Sarma muscles of some minor carps from Dhubri market 4. Saurav Bhattacharjee The study of well being of Trichogaster Samuel Sheikh fasciata Bloch and Schneider, 1801 during the pre-spawning period in Dhubri district of Assam,India

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5. Debojit Saha The study of well being of Samuel Sheikh Lepidocephalichthys guntea Hamilton, 1822 during the pre-spawning period in Dhubri district of Assam,India 6. Bedana Prova Roy Length weight relationship of Puntius Mitali Ghosh (Paul) sarana in the lower reaches of the river Brahmaputra in the region of Dhubri town 7. Sepali Banu Abedin Length weight relationship of Mitali Ghosh (Paul) Notopterus notopterus in the lower reaches of the river Brahmaputra in the region of Dhubri town 8. Bisakha Roy A study on the avifaunal diversity Afifa Kausar inside the campus of Bhola Nath College in Dhubri district of Assam, India 9. Bibika Rani Rabha Ichthyofaunal diversity of lower Afifa Kausar reaches of the Brahmaputra river around Dhubri town in Assam, India Year: 2011 Name of the programme: BCA

Sl. No. Name of the student Title of the Project Name of the supervisor

1. Mahebul Hoque A Complete Website of Rangamati Habiluddin Ahmed College 2. Shahnowas Arif Online Health Care Habiluddin Ahmed 3. Jenib Firdousi Sahjahan Ali Library Management System 4. Zinnat Ara fridousi Computerization of Salary Sahjahan Ali Bhuyan Maintenanace System 5. Monjurul Hoque Computerization of Library Habiluddin Ahmed Chaudhury Management System 6. Md. Anisur Rahman Online Healthcare System Habiluddin Ahmed Mondal Year: 2012 Name of the programme: BCA

1. Raja Paul Online Banking Management System Sahjahan Ali

2. Fahmidul Hoque Total Banking Automation Sahjahan Ali

3. Md. Khairul Islam Hotel Management System Hafizur Rahman

Year: 2013 Name of the programme: BCA

1. Saurav Karmakar Inventory System Sahjahan Ali 2. Deepjyoti Paul Online Information System of Hafizur Rahman Naranarayan Jr. College Year: 2014 Name of the programme: BCA

1. Khairuz Zaman IQAC Website of B.N. college Sahjahan Ali

2. Sheikh Md. Inzamammul E-Com Sahjahan Ali

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 Leading Research Projects

MINOR PROJECT

Duration Sl. Name of the Depart- Funding Year From Title of the project No. Teacher & ment agency To

1. Shahidul Islam Chemistry 2011-2013 Synthesis and Catalytical UGC Properties of Substituted Alumino- phosphate Molecular Sieves

2. Akabar Ali History 2011-2013 Contribution of Gauripur Raj Family UGC Ahmed with the Socio-Cultural Development of the Region

3. Nityananda Statistics 2011-2013 Non-Linear Spectral Characteristics UGC Barman of Rabha and Bodo Phonemes-A Comparative Study

4. Santanu Sarma Zoology 2011-2013 Study on the Role of Some UGC …….Rat Upendrajit Goalpara Anchalar Lokanatya. Eti 5. Assamese 2011-2013 UGC Sarma Adhyayan

Preparation and Characterization of Micro-Crystalline and Nano 6. Hiten Sarma Physics 2013-2015 Crystalline Thin Flims for their UGC Application in Optical and sensor Design

Nabami Assessment of Orchid Diversity of 7. Botany 2013-2014 UGC Basumatary Kokrajhar Dist

The role of women in decision 8. B. K. Sarmah Statistics 2014-2016 making in the family with special UGC refernce to Kamrup District A Study about the Level Environmental Awarness among Nityananda 9. Statistics 2014-2016 the Secondary Students of Assam UGC Barman with Special Reference to Kamrup (Both rural & urban) District

MAJOR PROJECT 1. Susmita Sen Chemistry 2009-2012 Utilization of Clays and Modified UGC Gupta (Principal Clays as Adsorbents for Hazardous Investigator) and Toxic Dyes in Water. 2. Dhruba Chemistry 2011-2014 Synthesis and Characterization of UGC Chakrabortty Modified Titania for Photo-Catalytic (Principal Degradation of Toxic Dyes and Investigator) Phenolic Compounds & Susmita Sen Gupta (Co- Investigator) 3. Susmita Sen Chemistry 2014-2016 Defluoridation of Water by DST Gupta (Principal Graphene-metal Ferrite Composite Investigator) & Dhruba Chakrabortty (Co-Investigator)

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 Individual research undertaken

Name of the Teacher Department Topics for Ph. D Motior Rahman Physics Synthesis and Characterization of Nano-Crystaline Thin Film of Undoped Titania and Doped Titania Hiten Sharma -Do- Preparation and Characterization of Metal Oxide Nano Crystals Thin Films for Various Applications Nandita Pradhani -Do- Binary Accreting Whitedwarf as a Supersoft x-ray Source Nilam Jyoti Dutta -Do- Damage Shedy on Materials relevant to Fussion Research Edal Hussain -Do- Study of some Physical Propertics of Nano Structured Bio Materials Monzurul Kader Ahmed -Do- Investigation of Nonlinear Disoersive Alfven Wave Structures in Space Plasmas Mitali Ghosh (Paul) Zoology Present Fishery Status of Notopterus Notopterus (Pallas) Reacges of Brahmaputra with Special Reference to its Growth and Breeding Biology Bhabesh Nath -Do- Inventorization of Freshwater Turtle of Dhubri, Assam withreference to Ecology and Molecular Characterization of Lissemys Punctata Andersoni B K Sarmah Statistics Testing of Proper Randomness of Random Numbers Tables Arjina Parbin Sarkar Bio-Technology Nutritional Content and Mineral Analysis of Hill Stream Fishes Gautam Ch. Roy Political Science Ethnic Identity in South Asia: A Study of the Rajbanshis of Eastern Nepal Sudarshan Roy -Do- Violation of Women Rights with special reference to Assam Noor Hussain English Reconstruction of History: Shilabhadra, Rita Choudhury and Salman Rushdie Karuna Kanta Das Assamese The Study of Socio-Culture of Dhubri District Dipa Ghosh Bengali Partition and Bengali Novels of some Writers of Bengali Literature Nirmita Nath -Do- Feminism in the Bengali Novels of Women Writers

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.

 The Bio-Tech Hub of the college organized a two day workshop on „Molecular Biology Techniques‟ on 28th and 29th January 2013  The Research committee of the college organizes workshop on „Research Methodology‟ for the students on 21/02/2015  The IQAC of the college organized a lecturer on „Funding Agencies for Sponsored Research Project: at a Glance‟ for faculty members on 27/05/2015

3.1.7 Provide details of prioritised research areas and the expertise available with the institution.

The faculties of the college are engaged in different fields of research works. The priority areas for research are given below:

Name of the Faculty Department Area of Research member Arabic Atowar Rahman Modern Arabic Poetry Assamese Upendrajit Sarma Folk Culture

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Karuna Kanta DAs Socio Culture Alaka Sarma Literary Novel and Short Stories Poli Bezbaruah Literary Novel and Short Stories Bengali Debashis Bengali Novel Chakraborty Dipa Ghosh Partition and Bengali Novels Nirmits Nath  Partition and Bengali Novels  Feminism in Bengali Novels Education Altap Hussain Teacher Education Hobibor Rahman Peer Tutoring Mondal Jahangir Hussain Special Education Alom English Mirjahan Ali Humanism and Postmodernism Pradhani Soleman Ali Mondal Comparative Literature Noor Hussain Alternative History Dipankar Mallick Comparative Literature Nazia Zaman Indian English Poetry History Akabbar Ali Ahmed Socio-Cultural History Ebrahim Ali Moldal Revenue Hindi Mohan Roy Folklore Philosophy Abu Zafar Ahmed Philosophy of Culture (Comparative Study) Political Sudarsan Roy Human Rights Science Rezibul Alom Freedom Movement Sanskrit Mousumi The Mahabharata Bhattacharjee Chandrashekhar Upanishad Upadhyaya Botany Nabami Basumatary (Orchid) Tissue Culture Piyush Kumar  Microbiology Mishra  Plant Physiology

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 Biotechnology Rajib Kagyung  Ehnobotany  Medicinal Plants Ratul Nath Microbiology Bio- Arzina Parvin Sarkar Hill Stream Fishes Technology Chemistry Dhruba Chakrabortty  Material Characterization  Catalysis & Photo-Catalysis Mousumi Das Solution Chemistry Susmita Sen Gupta  Waste Water Treatment  Photocatalysis  Material Characterization Murshida Karim Theoretical Chemistry Ruhul Amin Bepari Nano-materials Physics Motior Rahman Material Science Hiten Sarma Material Science Nandita Pradhani Astro-Physics Edal Hussain Nano-physics Neelam Joyti Dutta Material Science Statistics Brajendra Kanta Applied Statistics Sarma Nityananda Barman Speech Technology Zoology Azad Ali Wildlife Biology with Special reference to Bat Ecology Santanu Sarma  Biochemistry of Nutrition  Toxicology  Environment Management Mitali Ghosh (Paul) Fish Biology Bhabesh Nath Molecular Biology of Turtle Samuel Sheikh Fish Biology BCA Sahjahan Ali Protocal

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3.1.8 Enumerate the efforts of the institution in attracting researchers of eminence to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students?

The college has endeavored to arrange Workshop/Lecture Programme/Seminars, etc where researchers of eminence are invited. The following academicians/researchers had visited the college and interacted with faculty members and students from time to time:

1. Dr. Nabin Chandra Sarma, Professor emeritus of UGC, Retd. HOD & Professor, Department of Folklore Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam. 2. Dr. Prabin Chandra Das, Retd. Professor, Department of Folklore Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam. 3. Dr. Kishore Bhattacharjee, Professor, Department of Folklore Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam. 4. Dr. Deepti Phukan Patgiri, Dean, faculty of Arts, Professor, Department of Folklore Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam. 5. Dr. Tarani Deka, Professor, Department of Assamese, Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam 6. Dr. Dhrubajyoti Bora, Eminent writer and President of Asam Sahitya Sabha. 7. Dr. Pramananda Rajbongshi, Eminent writer and general secretary of Asam Sahitya Sabha. 8. Dr. Kanak Chandra Sarma, Eminent writer, Ex-Deputy Commissioner Ex- Vice-president of Asam Sahitya Sabha, Guwahati, Assam. 9. Dr. Purna Bhattacharyya, Eminent writer and Associate Professor, Guwahati Commerce College, Guwahati, Assam. 10. Bipul Deori, Sahitya Academy Awardees Eminent writer, Guwahati, Assam. 11. Prof. Sujata Purkayastha, Department of Sanskrit, Gauhati University, Guwahati 12. Prof. Manjula Devi, Department of Sanskrit, Gauhati University, Guwahati 13. Prof.Srutidhara Chakravarty, Department of Sanskrit, Gauhati University, Guwahati 14. Prof. Sanjib Nath, Professor of English, Gauhati University 15. Prof. Umesh Deka, Professor, North East Studies, Gauhati University 16. Dr Shahajudin Ahmed, Scientist D, DBT, Govt. of India, New Delhi 17. Dr Jatin Sarmah, HoD, Biotechnology & Dean, Faculty of Sciences, Bodoland University, Kokrajhar (BTAD), Assam 18. Prof. Krishna G Bhattacharyya, Professor 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?

During the last five years, 6% of the faculty has utilized sabbatical leave for research activities.

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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)

NA

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.

The college has earmarked an amount of Rs 4 lac for research (4.0 % of the annual budget).

Major heads of expenditure Financial Actual utilization allocation (lac) Publication of Research 2.5 Utilization Report is Journals awaited Research and Extension 1.5

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?

No

3.2.3 What are the financial provisions made available to support student research projects by students?

 The expenditure for carrying out the students‟ research projects are borne by the college under the head – laboratory expenditure for each science department  A part of the expenditure is born by the fund of the DBT sponsored BioTechnology Hub.

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.

Inter-disciplinary research activities have been initiated among faculty members of Physics and Chemistry department. Accordingly, one of the faculty members of physics department, Sri. Hiten Sarma has registered in the Gauhati University for pursuing his Ph. D. work where Dr. Dhruba Chakrabortty (Principal and a Ph. D. guide in the department of chemistry, Gauhati University) is the Co-guide.

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3.2.5 How does the institution ensure optimal use of various equipment and research facilities of the institution by its staff and students?

There are challenges related to optimum use of instruments and other facilities which shorted out with proper planning.

Facilities in a research laboratory of the college may be availed by the faculty members of other departments. For example, the laboratories of the department of Chemistry are used by the faculty members and students of the departments of Botany and Bio-Technology.

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.

 The funds received from different funding agencies (mostly UGC and DST) for pursuing individual research projects undertaken by the faculties help in developing the research facilities in the college, particularly in terms of instruments, books and journals.  A good number of sophisticated research instruments have been procured by the fund received under DBT sponsored Biotechnology Hub.

3.2.7 Enumerate the support provided to the faculty in securing research funds from various funding agencies, industry and other organisations. Provide details of ongoing and completed projects and grants received during the last four years.

Financial support provided to the faculty in securing research funds is listed below:

Total grant (Rs.) Total Nature Duration grant Funding received of the Year Title of the project Sanc- Recei- agency till date project From To tioned ved (Rs.) Minor 2 years Synthesis … (2011-13) Aluminophosphate UGC 120000 90000 90000 Molecular Sieves 2 years Contribution of Gauripur Raj UGC 125000 100000 100000 (2011-13) Family ….. Region 2 years Non-Linear Spectral (2011-13) Characteri-stics ….. UGC 123000 123000 123000 Comparative Study 2 years Study on the Role of Some UGC 200000 200000 200000 (2011-13) ……. Rat 2 years Goalpara Anchalar UGC 102500 102500 102500 (2011-13) Lokanatya. Eti Adhyayan 2 years Preparation………sensor UGC 155000 122000 122000 (2013-15) Design 1 year Assessment …..of UGC 120000 100000 100000 (2013-14) Kokrajhar Dist 2 years The role ……… Kamrup UGC 275000 197500 197500 (2014-16) District 2 years A Study ……… Kamrup UGC 350000 250000 2,50000 (2014-16) (Both rural & urban) District

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Major 3 years Utilization 616300 613852 613852 …….. in Water UGC (2009-12) 3 years Synthesis …….. Phenolic (2011-14) Compounds UGC 665500 598000 598000 3 years Defluoridation …… (2014-16) Graphene-metal Ferrite DST 2261800 1165000 1165000 Composite Inter- NIL disciplina ry Projects

Industry NIL Sponsore

d

Students‟ 6 months Part of curriculum as Research mentioned in point 3.1.5

projects

Any other (specify)

3.3 Research Facilities

3.3.1 What are the research facilities available to the students and research scholars within the campus?

Following research facilities are available in the college:  Adequate laboratory facilities  Adequate Library resources including N-list through INFLIBNET  Internet facilities  Faculty members with guideship

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?

The college has planned to upgrade the laboratories of life sciences and the proposal for the same has been submitted to the North East Council under DoNER.

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.

No

3.3.4 What are the research facilities made available to the students and research scholars outside the campus / other research laboratories?

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facilities available specifically for the researchers?

There is no separate facility specially for the researchers. However, the reference section and the digital wing of the Central Library of the college cater to the need of the researchers.

There is also a UGC Resource Network Centre in the college for internet facilities.

3.3.6 What are the collaborative research facilities developed/created by the research institutes in the college. For ex. Laboratories, library, instruments, computers, new technology etc.

The college has no research institute of its own. However, the college has developed a research laboratory in the department of Chemistry recognized by the affiliating university (Gauhati University).

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: The NSS unit of the college has conducted a socio-economic survey of a village, named Jhagrapar Part II (Raipara) about 7.0 km from the college. The survey was conducted through a set of questionnaires asked to the villagers. On the basis of the analysis of the data generated, the college undertook a few developmental works to the village.

 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?

The college is going to publish two peer reviewed national research journals very soon.

Composition of the Editorial Board:  Bholanath College Science Journal

1. Dr. Susmita Sen Gupta---- Editor 2. Dr. Nityananda Barman----Member

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3. Dr. Samuel Sheikh---- Member

 Bholanath College Symphony: A Research Journal on Humanities and Social Sciences of Bholanath College, Dhubri

1. Dr. Akabbbar Ali Ahmed--- Editor 2. Sri A.M.Mostafizur Rahman--- Member 3. Dr. Upendrajit Sarma--- Member 4. Dr. Nazia Zaman--- Member 5. Dr. Atowar Rahman--- Member

Publication policy of the Journals:

 Both the Journals are published to promote research activities in the college in particular and the society in general.  Manuscripts of original and standard research work/paper are published free of cost.  Papers are accepted only after the recommendation of the peers.  The copy rights of the articles published in the journal are to be transferred to the college by the authors.

3.4.3 Give details of publications by the faculty and students:

 Publication per faculty: 3.29

 Number of papers published by faculty and students in peer reviewed journals (national / international): 150

 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.): 64

 Monographs: NIL

 Chapter in Books: 39

 Books Edited: 20

 Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers: 23

 Citation Index: 0.1 to 86

 SNIP: 1.270 to 3.914

 SJR: 0.799 to 2.534

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 Impact factor: 0.580 to 8.636

 h-index:

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:  One of the faculty members in the department of Chemistry is an Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry, UK.  One of the faculty members in the department of Chemistry has publications within „Top Five Publications‟ in Elsevier.

 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?

The college has framed the Consultancy Service Rules recently. The faculty members of the college may take up consultancy work for the individual, organization, NGOs, etc. against payment of consultancy charge.

3.5.3 How does the institution encourage the staff to utilize their expertise and available facilities for consultancy services?

NA

3.5.4 List the broad areas and major consultancy services provided by the institution and the revenue generated during the last four years.

NA

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?

NA

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3.6 Extension Activities and Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR)

3.6.1 How does the institution promote institution-neighbourhood community network and student engagement, contributing to good citizenship, service orientation and holistic development of students?

The college promote institution-neighbourhood community network and student engagement, contributing to good citizenship, service orientation and holistic development of students through the followings:

 NSS (where both teachers and students get engaged)  B.N. College Teachers‟ Association (Members participate)  Women- cell of B.N. College Teachers‟ Association (Members and Students participate)  Under the initiatives of the college (Teachers and Students participate)

The following activities have been performed to promote community network and students engagement from time to time. These include:

 Environmental awareness  Village survey  Health and hygiene  Provide services to the schools in the underprivileged rural areas  Road cleanliness programme  Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

3.6.2 What is the Institutional mechanism to track students’ involvement in various social movements / activities which promote citizenship roles?

The students‟ involment in various social movements/activities are tracked on the basis of information given by the students to college authority.

3.6.3 How does the institution solicit stakeholder perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution?

The stakeholders perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution is solicited through the following measures adopted by the college:

1. Discussion in G.B. 2. Discussion in Staff Council. 3. Alumni Meet. 4. Suggestion Box. 5. Parent and Teachers meet. 6. Students‟ Feedback.

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3.6.4 How does the institution plan and organize its extension and outreach programmes? Providing the budgetary details for last four years, list the major extension and outreach programmes and their impact on the overall development of students.

The college plans and organizes its extension and outreach programmes through different cells/units within the college, such as NSS, NCC, Women cell, etc.

The expenditure of the programmes are being met from the Contingency fund of the college. However, the expenditure of the programmes organized by the College Teachers‟ Association and the Women Cell of the Teachers‟ Association are borne by the Association.

The major extension and outreach programmes carried out in last four years are:

 A health awareness camp was organized by the NSS Unit at the village Modhusoulmari Part-II on 07/02/2012. A health check up of the villagers was undertaken as a part of the said programme.  A Blood Donation Camp was organized on 04/02/2014.  Road Cleaning and Environmental Awareness Drive on 05/06/2014.  In collaboration with Bharat Vikas Parishad, the IQAC of the college organized Dhubri District Inter College Debate Competition on „Privatisation of Education Deteriorated the Quality of Education‟ on 12/09/2014.  The NSS unit of the college took part in the Swachch Bharat Abhiyan launched by Govt. of India on 10/10/2015.  Organized a Workshop on „Basic Concept, Tools and Techniques used in Biological Sciences‟ for High School and Higher Secondary School Teachers of the locality (From 7th to 10th February 2015).  An Anti Tobacco Rally was organized by NCC unit on 31/05/2015 to sensitize against the bad effects of tobacco use in the society.

The extension and outreach programmes have made good impact on the students in the positive direction. They have inculcated the values of fellow feeling, environtalism, social responsibility and thereby service to the humanity.

3.6.5 How does the institution promote the participation of students and faculty in extension activities including participation in NSS, NCC, YRC and other National/ International agencies?

The college promote the participation of students and faculty in extension activities including participation in NSS, NCC, YRC and other National/International agencies through:

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 Governmental initiatives: MANASA  College initiative: Blood Donation Camp, Environmental Awareness Programme, etc.  Departmental initiative: Road Cleaning Drive by Zoology Department

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?

The college supports a Middle English school for girl students in the rural minority populated area without any Government Grant to render support services with an intention to empower them to face the challenges of life.

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 objectives of the extension activities organized by the college are,  To inculcate value and ethics of life  To make the students aware of environmental issues  To indoctrinate the students on the importance of fellow feelings, tolerance, responsibility, discipline and other human qualities

The extension activities compliment the students‟ academic experience in the following ways:  The extention activities help them learn discipline  The activities inculcate in them the values of team spirit and fellow feelings  The extension activities make the students aware of their social responsibilities  The extension activities help them to grow the leadership quality

3.6.8 How does the institution ensure the involvement of the community in its reach out activities and contribute to the community development? Detail on the initiatives of the institution that encourage community participation in its activities?

The college reaches to the community through its students and faculty members and organizes community awareness activities. In some cases the students and faculty members make door to door campaign.

3.6.9 Give details on the constructive relationships forged (if any) with other institutions of the locality for working on various outreach and extension activities.

Nil

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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.

Nil

3.7 Collaboration

3.7.1 How does the institution collaborate and interact with research laboratories, institutes and industry for research activities. Cite examples and benefits accrued of the initiatives – collaborative research, staff exchange, sharing facilities and equipment, research scholarships etc.

The college has taken initiative to start collaborative research work with other research laboratories/institute.

At present, one DST sponsored Major Research Project is being carried out at the department of chemistry in collaboration with the department of chemistry, Gauhati University. The collaboration facilitates the use of the research facilities available in the Gauhati University.

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.

NA

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.

NA 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 college has organized one UGC Sponsored National Seminar on „Biological Diversity and Environment‟ on June 27-28, 2012. Altogether, 22 research papers were presented. The names of scientists and participants along with their affiliation are presented below:

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Department of Zoology Gauhati University, Assam Trusty, Wildlife Trust of India

Prof. Krishna G Plenary Lecture Non-Point Pollution and Bhattacharyya Threats to Biodiversity with Special Reference to Department of Chemistry The Aquatic Environment Gauhati University, Assam Dr. Dhritikesh Chakrabarty Invited Talk Method of Determination Department of Statistic of the Significance of Handique Girls‟ College Change in Climatic Guwahati, Assam Component

Dr. Arnab Sen Invited Talk Intragenomic Codon Diversity with Special NBU Bioinformatics Facility, Reference to TTA Codon Department of Botany, in Frankia University of North Bengal, Siliguri, West Bengal

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

NA

3.7.6 Detail on the systemic efforts of the institution in planning, establishing and implementing the initiatives of the linkages/collaborations. NA

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Any other relevant information regarding Research, Consultancy and Extension which the college would like to include.

 As a part of Institutional Social Responsibilities, faculty members of the college take classes in the special shift (from 6.15 to 10.00 am) against a token honouraium of Rs. 100.

 B N College Teachers‟ Association in collaboration with B N College Students‟ Union had undertaken a silent procession (4th August 2012) to protect against ethnic conflicts that had occurred in different places of Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts in the month of July 2012 where gross violation of human rights occured.

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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 Planning Board of the college assesses the need of the college and prepares plan for infrastructural development. After the chalk out of the plan, it is placed before the Governing Body of the college for its approval. The plan and estimates are prepared by competent authorities in accordance with the Govt./UGC guidelines.

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.

a) Curricular and co-curricular activities  Classrooms: 32 classrooms of different size measuring an area about 2750 square meter.  Technology enabled learning spaces: There are 08 technology enabled classrooms.  Seminar halls: 01 with seating arrangement of 100 participants  Tutorial spaces: There are no separate tutorial spaces. Classrooms are used as tutorial spaces as and when required.  Laboratories: There are 09 laboratories in the college.  Botanical garden: 01  Animal house: Nil  Specialized facilities and equipment for teaching, learning and research etc: One UGC Resource Network Centre, Two Research Laboratory in the Department of Chemistry, Digital Wing with Central library, Laptop, ICT enabled classrooms

b) Extra –curricular activities  Sports outdoor and indoor games: Basket ball court, Vollyball court, Badminton court, large play ground for football, cricket and other athletics  gymnasium: one gymnasium  Auditorium: One auditorium measuring 293.60 square meter.

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 NSS: One active NSS unit  NCC: One active NCC unit  Cultural activities: The cultural activities of the college are carried out in the auditorium and as well as in the open stage. The college has a few musical instruments.  Public speaking: One public specking facility is available.  Communication skills development: Nil.  Yoga: The auditorium is used as yoga centre.  Health and hygiene etc.: The college has one health unit with a health attended

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).

Academic activities are taken up keeping in mind the existing infrastructure of the college. When necessary, a particular unit of the infrastructure is utilized for multiple purposes. Keeping in mind the academic growth, the infrastructural facilities of the college is enhanced constructing new facilities with funds received from different agencies.

The following facilities have been developed/augmented during the last four years:

. Construction of class rooms (05 No.) . Digital classroom (01 No.) . Digital wing of the central library . Construction of boys‟ hostel (01 No.) . Construction of room for study centre of Institute of Distance and Open Learning under Gauhati University and Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University (04 Nos.) . Construction of boys‟ toilet with modern amenities (01 No.) . Extension of girls‟ hostel . Renovation of girls‟ common room . Renovation of boys‟ hostel . Renovation of Principal‟s office . Renovation of class rooms (05 no.) . Installation of a 10 kv transformer

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Fig. 4.1: Master Plan of the college

4.1.4 How does the institution ensure that the infrastructure facilities meet the requirements of students with physical disabilities?

Following facilities are available for physically disabled students  2 % reservation in admission as well as in allocation of major course  Ramp in different buildings for easy movement  Reading room facilities in the ground floor of the library

4.1.5 Give details on the residential facility and various provisions available within them:

• Hostel Facility – Accommodation available:  Girls‟ hostel with accommodation capacity of 82 boarders;  Boys‟ hostel with a total seat capacity of 54.

• Recreational facilities, gymnasium, yoga center, etc.: The gymnasium and yoga centers available in the college are also used by the hostel boarders.

• Computer facility including access to internet in hostel: Nil

• Facilities for medical emergencies: Nil

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• Internet and Wi-Fi facility: Nil

• Recreational facility-common room with audio-visual equipments: One TV set each is available at both the hostels.

• Available residential facility for the staff and occupancy Constant supply of safe drinking water: One staff quarter with two bed rooms is currently occupied by Dr. D. K. Das, Librarian of the college. Safe drinking water is available at the quarter.

• Security: One security guard is posted in the girls‟ hostel. The staff quarter comes under the security cover of the security guards meant for the college.

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?

Inside the campus, there is a health unit meant for the primary health care of both students and staff. The principal/superintendent of the hostels takes initiatives to provide health care to the students out side the campus.

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.

 IQAC: There is a room housing the IQAC with necessary facilities.  Grievance Redressal unit: The college has one Grievance Redressal Cell.  Women’s Cell: There is a room for women‟s cell with necessary furniture.  Counselling and Career Guidance: There is a room for Counselling and Career Guidance.  Placement Unit: Nil  Health Centre: There is a health care unit catering to the primary medical needs of both students and staff.  Canteen: There is a fairly large canteen in the college with necessary facilities for students and staff.  Recreational spaces for staff and students: Nil.  safe drinking water facility: Three large units of drinking water facilities are available in the college campus  Auditorium: The college has one auditorium.

Besides these, the college has one Conference room for teachers and one room for NCC unit of the college. Pisiculture facility is available in the college campus.

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4.2 Library as a Learning Resource

4.2.1 Does the library have an Advisory Committee? Specify the composition of such a committee. What significant initiatives have been implemented by the committee to render the library, student/user friendly?

Yes, Library has an active Advisory Committee, named as S.N.T. Library Committee, B.N. College, Dhubri.

 Composition of Library Committee: 1. Dr. Dhruba Chakrabortty, Principal and President 2. Dr. D. K. Das, Librarian and Secretary 3. Sri Basir Ahmed, HOD, Pol. Sc., Member 4. Sri Motior Rahman, HOD, Physics, Member 5. Sri Noor Hussain, Asstt. Prof., English & Co-ordinator- IQAC, Member 6. Sri Saiful Huda, Asstt. Librarian, Member

Significant Initiatives Implemented By The Library Committee:

 Automation of the library through SOUL  Bar-coding the library books  Entrusted 3 students for DATA entry through SOUL by paying a lump-sum amount  Arranging book fair  Establishment of a Digital Wing of the library by using Dspace software etc. (along with a Server Computer, 4 nos. PCs, Book Scanner (Bookeye 4, Online UPS including Broad band connection having IP address)  The Digital Wing has been connected with LAN system within the library premises  A Soft Copy Corner has been made available  The construction of a new Reading Hall on the 2nd floor of the library building has been started  The initiative has been taken for fixing of C. C. TV Camera at the library  Subscription of journal/ periodical etc.  Reprographic service to the users by paying Re. 1 (one) per copy  Orientation of the students for library uses by the librarian

4.2.2 Provide details of the following:

• Total area of the library: 2774 square feet • Total seating capacity: 70 • Working hours (on working days, before examination days, during examination days, during vacation): 7 hours • Layout of library (individual reading carrels, lounge area for browsing

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and relaxed reading: No • IT zone for e-resources: Yes, the Library has an IT zone for e-resources.

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.

The library purchases the current titles (Books & journals) and other reading materials on the basis of the demand of different departments of the college. Besides, the library committee takes initiative to purchase the books if necessary. The amount Rs.12,03,404/- spent on procuring new books, journals and e-resources during the last four years.

Year –2012 Year – 2013 Year – 2014 Year – 2014

Library Holding Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost (Rs). (Rs.) (Rs.) (Rs.) Total Total Total Total Number Number Number Number

s s 177 8750 1660 245322 1390 452143 194 12101 Text Book

11 2376 50 21997 230 309545 81 151657 Books Reference

22 26495 20 25410 30 37241 34 45155 cals nals/ nals/ Jour- Periodi-

Free Free Free Free 51 Down 61 Downloa 3068 Down 3080 Down loaded ded loaded loaded e-resources

-List -List N-list N-list N-list N-list (N Specify

Any Other Programme)

13 6820 13 6820 12 6520 11 6160 Magazines

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4.2.4 Provide details on the ICT and other tools deployed to provide maximum access to the library collection?

ICT and other tools deployed to provide maximum access to the library collection:

• OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue): Yes • Electronic Resource Management package for e-journals: No. • Federated searching tools to search articles in multiple databases: No. • Library Website: www.bncollegedigitallibrary.org, Library Blog: www.sntlibrary46.wordpress.com • In-house/ remote access to e-publications: No. • Library Automation: The Library is fully automated. It has 44712 books including reference books. All the printed materials i.e. books & journals have been computerised. • Total number of computers for public access: 5 Nos. • Total number of printers for public access: 1 No. • Internet band width/ speed: 2 mbps. • Institutional Repository: No. • Content management system for e-learning: No. • Participation in Resource sharing networks/ consortia (like Inflibnet): No.

4.2.5 Provide details on the following items:

 Average number walk-ins: 1122 • Average number of books issued/returned: 1070 • Ratio of library books to students enrolled: 24 : 1 • Average number of books added during last three years: 3571 • Average number of login to OPAC: 25 • Average number of login to e-resources: • Average number of e-resources downloaded/printed: • Number of information literacy trainings organized: 01 • Details of “ Weeding out” of books and other materials: Nil

4.2.6 Give details of the specialized services provided by the library

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• ILL ( Inter Library Loan service): No • Information deployment and notification: Users are usually informed about our latest development through notices, Bulk SMS and also Library Blog. • Download (N-list, Digital wing, and other source): • Printing: The readers are allowed to get the study materials collected from e- resources as and when they require. • Reading list/ Bibliography compilation: No • In-house/ remote access to e-resources: No • User Orientation and awareness: Librarian has taken a few classes on user orientation and awareness, both for faculty members and students. • Assistance in searching Databases: No. • INFLIBNET/ IUC facilities: INFLIBNET

4.2.7 Enumerate on the support provided by the Library staff to the students and teachers of the college.

The following supports are provided by the Library staff to the students and teachers of the college:

 The Central library of the college has an open access system where all the readers can access the resources both manually and through OPAC.  Information through Bulk SMS and Library Blog  Reprographic service  e-Resources  Books (including Reference Sources)  Journals, Magazines and News papers

4.2.8 What are the special facilities offered by the library to the visually/physically challenged persons? Give details.

The college does not have any special facility for the physically challenged persons.

However, the library staffs take care and help the physically challenged students in accessing the study materials, getting books from self and so on.

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?)

The feedback is collected centrally. However, the suggestions are taken from the users.

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Fig. 4.2: A glimpses of Reference Section & Soft Copy Corner in the Central Library

4.3 IT Infrastructure

4.3.1. Give details on the computing facility available (hardware and software) at the institution.

• Number of computers with Configuration (provide actual number with exact configuration of each available system)

Operating Hardware configuration Total No. System of Computer

1. Windows XP 1. Processor: intel®core 2 Desktop: 54 Professional Due CPU [email protected] Service Pack GHzx2; RAM: 1 GB; II. OS type: 64 Bit; HDD: 2. Windows 7 256 GB. Professional 2. Processor: intel®core Service Pack (TM) i5-2400 I. [email protected] 3.10 3. Linux GHz; RAM: 2 GB; (Ubuntu) System type: 32 Bit; HDD: 500 GB. 3. Processor: intel®core 2 Due CPU [email protected]; RAM: 1 GB; OS type:

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32 Bit; HDD: 320 GB. 4. Processor: Pentium® Dual Core CPU [email protected] 3.00 GHz; RAM: 1 GB; System type: 32 Bit; HDD: 500 GB.

Windows 7 Processor: intel®core(TM) i3 Laptop: 8 Professional CPU @2.53GHz; RAM: 3 Service Pack I. GB; OS type: 32 Bit; HDD: 500 GB

 Computer-student ratio: 1 : 35

 Stand alone facility: Nil

 LAN facility: The college has the LAN facility with a server in the Principal‟s office.

 Wifi facility: The college is planning to open wifi 4G facility inside the college campus through a MoU with Reliance Industries Ltd.

 Licensed software: 01

 Number of nodes/ computers with Internet facility:

 Any other:

4.3.2 Detail on the computer and internet facility made available to the faculty and students on the campus and off-campus?

 The college has 52 number of computers made available to the faculty and students.  Number of computers having internet facility is 28.

There is no off-campus computer facility.

4.3.3 What are the institutional plans and strategies for developing and upgrading the IT infrastructure and associated facilities?

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The required infrastructure facility for this purpose will be developed/upgraded within next three months.

4.3.4 Provide details on the provision made in the annual budget for procurement, upgradation, deployment and maintenance of the computers and their accessories in the institution (Year wise for last four years).

The budget of the college does not include for procurement, upgradation, deployment and maintenance of the computers and their accessories separately

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?

The college facilitate extensive use of ICT resources including development and use of computer-aided teaching/learning materials by its staff and students in the following way:

 The departments of the college are provided with laptops/desktops  Some class rooms are equipped with ICT facility  Faculties and staff of the college are oriented in computer education  Students are encouraged to visit and use the UGC Resource Network Centre and the internet facility available in the central library

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.

 The teachers are asked to integrate their teaching with ICT which can make their teaching better than the traditional method. Hence, most of the departments have been given laptop/desktop.  The students can access the study materials/e-resources available in the digital wing of the central library.  The students are allowed to access the resources available in the internet.  Departmental seminars/projects assign to the students placed them at the centre of teaching-learning process. For example, when a student is given a project, he prepares it under the guidance of a teacher and makes a presentation of it before the concerned committee.

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.

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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)?

At present, there is no separate budget for maintenance. Maintenance is carrie out on the basis of need from the „B N College Development Fund‟ as and when required

Year Item Budget Allocated Actual (Rs.) Expenditure (Rs.) 2011-2012 Building Furniture Equipment Computers Vehicles Any other

4.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for maintenance and upkeep of the infrastructure, facilities and equipment of the college?

 The college has an MoU with Loknath Enterprize, Gauripur, Dhubri for maintenance and upkeep of equipments and IT infrastructure  The S. N. Scientific Supplier, Guwahati Assam are occationally invited for maintenance of scientific instruments  The college has an agreement with one electrician for maintenance of the electrical works as and when required basis  The physical infrastructure of the college is maintained on as and when required basis  The general laboratory instruments are maintained by the departmental bearers under the guidance of the departmental faculty members  The Girls‟ hostel and Boys‟ hostel are maintained by the respective Hostel Superintendents with the help of various supporting staffs  A gardener (mali) is appointed to maintain the gardens of the college.

4.4.3 How and with what frequency does the institute take up calibration and other precision measures for the equipment/instruments?

The calibration and other precision measures for the equipment/instruments are done annually by Loknath Enterprize, Gauripur, India

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4.4.4 What are the major steps taken for location, upkeep and maintenance of sensitive equipment (voltage fluctuations, constant supply of water etc.)?

 To stabilize the electric voltage fluctuations college has installed one 100 KV transformer in the college campus for the use of its own.  The college has taken steps to set up central water facility (reservoir and filtering) for constant supply of water to the whole campus including girls‟ and boys‟ hostel.  Two units of drinking water facilities were installed. Any other relevant information regarding Infrastructure and Learning Resources which the college would like to include.

 Five existing class rooms were renovated with tiles on the floor and up gradation of furniture.  The college caught fire on 01/05/2014. The department of Mathematics and two classrooms were completely burnt to ashes. The department of Physics and two other class rooms were severely damaged. The department of Physics and two class rooms were repaired with donation received from Assam College Teachers‟ Association and the college staff.  The department of Mathematics and two other class rooms are being constructed.  The construction of „Women Activity Centre‟ under MSDP scheme will start very soon.

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CRITERION V: STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION

5.1 Student Mentoring and Support

5.1.1 Does the institution publish its updated prospectus/handbook annually? If ‘yes’, what is the information provided to students through these documents and how does the institution ensure its commitment and accountability?

Yes. The college publishes the updated Prospectus and Academic Calendar annually. The following information are communicated through the prospectus:  Profile of the college  The programme and courses offered by the college  Admission process  Rules and regulation to be followed by the students  Fee structure for different program  Faculty and staff detail  Facilities available in the college

The academic calendar of the college contain the following information:  Working days/holidays  Dates of departmental seminars and other important events, such as college week and election of students‟ union  Dates of sessional tests and end semester examinations

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?

Types of scholarships:  Scholarship for students from BPL category  Free studentship for meritorious and economically weak students Financial aid was disbursed as follows:

Year No. of Students Amount disbursed (Rs) 2011-2012 22 21,150 2012-2013 21 19,100 2013-2014 30 36,460 2014-2015 79 92,900

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5.1.3 What percentage of students receives financial assistance from state government, central government and other national agencies?

Name of the Scolarship % of students received the financial assistance Minority 17.49 OBC/MOBC 5.57 ISHM 4.07 SC 1.38 ST 0.01

Fig. 5.1: Percentage of students receiving financial assistance

5.1.4 What are the specific support services/facilities available for

 Students from SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker sections:

 The college follows the Govt. reservation system in admission into both general and major courses.  Scholarships from State/Central Govt. are available to SC/ST/OBC/MOBC  Book bank facilities are available in the central library for SC/ST/OBC/minority students  Students belonging to economically weaker sections are provided with financial assistance from the college  The admission fees of a few meritorious students belonging to financially weaker sections are waved from this year

 Students with physical disabilities: Financial aids, ramp facilities

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 Overseas students: NA

 Students to participate in various competitions/National and International: Students selected for national/international/state competitions are provided with all necessary assistances, including financial assistance.

 Medical assistance to students: health centre, health insurance etc.: Primary health care is provided to the students through the health unit of the college

 Organizing coaching classes for competitive exams:  The college has organized coaching classes for competitive examinations in 2013.  A programme on „How to face Civil Service Examination and Interview‟ was organized by Carrer and Counseling Cell in collaboration with IQAC.

 Skill development (spoken English, computer literacy, etc.,): Communication skills and capacity building classes are held on Sundays.

 Support for “slow learners”: Remedial classes were held with financial assistance from UGC

 Exposures of students to other institution of higher learning/ corporate/business house etc.: Nil

 Publication of student magazines: The college publishes the College Magazine annually. Moreover, most of the departments publish wall magazines periodically which are totally designed and composed by the students.

5.1.5 Describe the efforts made by the institution to facilitate entrepreneurial skills, among the students and the impact of the efforts.

Nil.

However, the college is going to introduce a few skill development programmes (Certificate/Diploma/Degree courses) in collaboration with National Skill Development Council, Govt. of India from the next session. The programmes include Tourism and Hospitality, IT-ITES and Electronics.

5.1.6 Enumerate the policies and strategies of the institution which promote participation of students in extracurricular and cocurricular activities such as sports, games, Quiz competitions, debate and discussions, cultural activities etc.

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classes. The students participating in extracurricular and cocurricular activities are given opportunity to appear sessional/internal examination as per their convenience.

 special dietary requirements, sports uniform and materials: The students participating in different extracurricular and co-curricular activities are provided with sports uniform and required materials

*any other

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 college has only provided coaching classes for Entry into services but no record has been obtained from the candidates about their recruitment.

5.1.8 What type of counselling services are made available to the students (academic, personal, career, psycho-social etc.)

The following types of counseling are made available to the students:

 Academic: The faculty members of the college have been providing academic counseling to the students in regard to admission, subject selection both in general and major courses, clarification of the syllabus topics, examination, etc.

 Personal: The faculty members of the college keep a cordial personal relation with the students and thereby students are provided personal counseling as and when they require it.

 Career: The college has a Career Counselling Cell through which students are provided career counseling from time to time.

 Psycho-social: The faculty members of the college sympathetically listen to the psycho-social problems confronted by the students and deal accordingly so that the student can overcome the situation in a positive manner.

 Mentoring: The college has started mentoring the students. The faculty members are entrusted with the job of mentoring a group of students of the college and they provide those students all necessary guidance/suggestion/information regarding academic/personal/career/ psychological aspects.

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 Counselling to girls’ students specifically to hostellers: The hostel management committee organizes counseling programme from time to time for the girls students residing in the hostel. The committee listen different problems of the students, both personal and corporate and tries to solve them sympathetically.

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).

The career counseling cell of the college provides necessary information to the students regarding their future career from time to time. However, at present, the college has no placement mechanism for the students.

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.

The college has a Grieveance Redressal Cell. The following are some of the grievances reported and the respective measures undertaken by the college:

Grievances Redressal

Year: 2012-2013 To increase the capacity of the The sitting arrangement in the reading room of the library. reading room was increased.

Lack of sports facilities in the The college set up a Gym in the college. college and constructed basketball and Volleyball court in the college campus with the financial aid from UGC. Year: 2013-2014 Complaint regarding the The routine committee solved the overlapping of some classes of 3rd problem after proper investigation semester classes Complaint regarding seat capacity The Principal of the college of major subjects assured to place the matter in the GB meeting and do the needful in this regard and finally the GB assured to increased the seat capacity in a phase manner Year: 2014-2015 Complaint regarding the The college authority renovated the construction of a Cycle stand in the cycle stand near the first gate of the college college Self Study Report : Bholanath College, Dhubri Page 99

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Complain for an auditorium The college authority was requested to do the needful in this regards. The Principal of the college took initiative to prepare necessary plan and estimate of a modern auditorium with the help of experts of PWD, Govt of Assam which was communicated to UGC. Year: 2015-2016 Complaint regarding the toilets One sanitary toilet for boys was constructed.

5.1.11 What are the institutional provisions for resolving issues pertaining to sexual harassment?

The college has constituted (2015) an Anti Sexual Harrasment Committee as per guidelines issued by the Hon‟ble Supreme Court of India in Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan W.P. (Crl.) Nos. 666-70 of 1992, decided on 13.08.1997 and reported in (1997) 6 SCC 241 [“Guidelines”], and the Anti Sexual Harassment Policy of IPE [“Policy”].

The composition of the committee: 1. Prof. Rita Bora, Associate Professor & HOD Philloshopy – Chairperson 2. Dr. Mousumi Das, Associate Professor of Chemistry – Member 3. Prof Motior Rahman, Associate professor & HOD, Physics – Member 4. Prof Sudarshan Roy, Assistant Professor & HOD, Political Science – Member 5. Mrs. Sefali Khatun – Member from NGO

The role and responsibility of the committee is pursued in accordance with the guidelines.

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?

There is an anti-ragging committee in the college. The college is happy to note that no reports of ragging have been received during the last four years.

5.1.13 Enumerate the welfare schemes made available to students by the institution.

The following welfare schemes are available in the college: i) Poor Aid Fund ii) Waving of Admission fee for meritorious but economically weak students. iii) SC/ST/OBC/Minority scholarships of the Govt.

5.1.14 Does the institution have a registered Alumni Association? If ‘yes’, what are its activities and major contributions for institutional, academic and

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infrastructure development?

The college has an Alumni Association. The activities/contributions initiated by the association are:

Academic:  Communication Skill and Personality Development programme,  Career and Counselling programme on Career Scope in Film Industry.

Infrastructure development:  The alumni association has laid the foundation of an RCC bhawan.  One of the alumini takes care of the fountain garden of the college.

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 2011: 40.7 2012: 46.4 2013: 45.7 2015: 46.8 PG to M.Phil. NA PG to Ph.D. NA Employed  Campus selection  Other than campus recruitment

Fig. 5.2: Graphical representation of student progression from UG to PG

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5.2.2 Provide details of the programme wise pass percentage and completion rate for the last four years (cohort wise/batch wise as stipulated by the university)? Furnish programme-wise details in comparison with that of the previous performance of the same institution and that of the Colleges of the affiliating university within the city/district.

Year Progra- No. of No. of Compl- Pass % against mme students students tion appeared admitted appeared at Rate College University examination 2012 BA 334 154 46.10 70.8 72.8 BSc 140 79 56.42 89.8 83.9 BCA 08 08 100.0 100.0 64.2 2013 BA 348 158 45.40 77.8 76.8 BSc 149 70 46.98 90.0 81.3 BCom 08 05 62.50 80.0 93.0 BCA 08 08 100.0 62.5 71.9 2014 BA 378 218 57.67 76.6 91.3 BSc 115 109 94.78 56.8 91.2 BCom 31 16 51.61 93.7 95.6 BCA 08 06 75.0 83.8 72.7 2015 BA 331 160 48.34 82.0 89.5 BSc 223 89 39.91 55.0 86.5 BCom 09 Nil 0.0 - BCA 03 03 100.0 33.3 77.8

Fig. 5.3: Comparison of the results of the college with the affiliating university

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Previous performance

Pass % Course 2008 2009 2010 2011 BA 67.21 60.23 60.93 74.33 BSc 87.62 80.82 80.00 82.35 BCom - - - 88.52 BCA - - - 57.14

Fig. 5.4: Previous results of the college

5.2.3 How does the institution facilitate student progression to higher level of education and/or towards employment?

The progression of the students is purely based on personal contact of the faculty members, as there is no formal mechanism to keep track of the progression of the students of the college.

5.2.4 Enumerate the special support provided to students who are at risk of failure and drop out?

The following measures are provided to students who are at risk of failure and drop out:  Revision of topics and personal guidance are provided.  Mentoring was introduced from the last session to identify the students and the causes of their failure/drop out.

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.

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Sports and games: A number of sports and games facilities are available to the students;  Marathon race, Relay race, 200/400 meter race  Long jump, High jump,  Discuss throw, Javelin throw, short put  Football, Cricket, Vollyball, Badminton, Basketball  Chinese checker, Carom  Chess  Musical chair for girls  Blind hit  Weight lifting

Cultural activities:  Go as you like  Rongoli (Colorful decoration)  Art and Model exhibition  Drama, Music and dance  Fashion show (Traditional)

Extracurricular activities:  Creative writing  Quiz  Debate  Extempore speech  Recitation  Social services, such as campus cleaning, etc  Different activities carried out by NSS and NCC units of the college

The above mentioned games and sports, extracurricular and co-curricular activities are carried out compulsorily during the annual college week. Quiz, debate and creative writing competition are also held occasionally, such as the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti.

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5.3.2 Furnish the details of major student achievements in cocurricular, extracurricular and cultural activities at different levels: University / State / Zonal / National / International, etc. for the previous four years.

Students achievements in cocurricular, extracurricular and cultural activities in 2015:

Zonal Youth Festival: Events Name of the Students Position held Bongeet Priyanka Das 2nd Parboti Prasad Baruar Geet Priyanka Das 2nd Asomia Sugam Sangeet Khadimul Islam 1st Borgeet Priyanka Das 2nd Rabindra Sangeet Mausumi Sanyal 2nd Joyti Sangeet Khadimul Islam 1st Classical Vocal Music Priyanka Das 1st Light Vocal Music Khadimul Islam 2nd Western Song Khadimul Islam 1st Swar Badya Pithu Gogoi 1st Samabeta Sangeet Abhimanyu Bhakat and his 1st group One Act Play Nazrul Islam and his team 1st

University Youth Festival:  B N College Drama Team was declared as the Best Discipline Team in the Gauhati University Youth Festival 2015  Sri Khadimul Islam of B. Sc 1st year of the college won the 3rd prize in Western Song competition

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?

 The college seeks feedback only from its students during the course.  Feedback is also sought from the alumni.

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 college encourages the students to write for the college magazines published annually. Magazine Secretary to the Students‟ Union edits and publishes the magazine with help of editorial board. Different literary competitions are organized and prizes are given away to the best writers.

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 Most of the departments of the college encourage the students to publish wall magazines. Students of the department select one of them as editor and constitute an editorial board who carry forward all editing and publication work. All necessary assistance is provided to the students by the faculty members.

List of Wall Magazines published by various departments:

Name of Wall Name of the Department Magazine Assamese SRISTI Bengali SRIJAN English BLOSSOM Philloshopy PRAJNA Pollotical Science VOXPOPULI Sanskrit BAGBAIBHAVAN Botany KALPADRUM Chemistry FLUORESCENCE Physics TITAN Zoology GLOBE ZOON

5.3.5 Does the college have a Student Council or any similar body? Give details on its selection, constitution, activities and funding.

Yes, the college has a Student Union. The office bearers of the union are elected annually democratically by the regular students of the college through a general election as per the guidelines of Lyngdoh Commission.

Constitution of the student union: The union consists of twelve members as mentioned below; (i) General Secretary (ii) Assistant General Secretary (iii) Secretary for Debate and Culture (iv) Secretary for Music, Drama and Fine Arts (v) Secretary for College Magazine (vi) Secretary for College Sports (vii) Secretary for Cricket and Hockey (viii) Secretary for Minor Games (ix) Secretary for Football and Gymnasium (x) Secretary for Social Service (xi) Secretary for Girls‟ Common Room (xii) Secretary for Boys‟ Common Room

Activities of the students union: The union is involved for carrying out the different cultural, literary and sports

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activities of the college, particularly the activities of the Annual College week. The students union is also involved in the publication of the College magazine. The student union organises the Freshers‟ social ceremony and other activities, like Swaraswati puja, teachers‟ day, college foundation day, etc.

Funding of the student union: The fund is constituted by the students‟ union fee collected at the time of admission.

5.3.6 Give details of various academic and administrative bodies that have student representatives on them.

The following academic and administrative bodies have student representative on them;  Grievance redressal Cell  Anti Ragging Committee  Construction Monitoring committee of RUSA  Construction Committee

5.3.7 How does the institution network and collaborate with the Alumni and former faculty of the Institution.

There is an alumini association in the college. The college periodically interacts with them and seeks their suggestions.

Any other relevant information regarding Student Support and Progression which the college would like to include.

On 01/01/2015, a group of 11 students participated in a live telecast programme, Janakristi Samaroh organised at Dhubri by Dooradarshan Kendra, Guwahati.

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CRITERION VI: GOVERNANCE, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

6.1 Institutional Vision and Leadership

6.1.1 State the vision and mission of the Institution and enumerate on how the mission statement defines the institution’s distinctive characteristics in terms of addressing the needs of the society, the students it seeks to serve, institution’s traditions and value orientations, vision for the future, etc.?

Vision:

The vision of Bholanath College is to provide quality higher education with an attempt to inspire, prepare, and empower students of its catchment area to succeed in a changing world.

Mission:

B N College strives to achieve its vision by

 Committing itself to intellectual exercises based on effective teaching, interaction programme and exchanges in order to lift the diverse communities from stagnation to development,  Nurturing emerging disciplines and the creation of new knowledge and artistic expression in response to a rapidly changing world,  Inculcating deep historical knowledge of diverse cultures at home and abroad  Making effective use of the emerging technological tools to create skilled manpower and to bridge the gap between social needs and higher education.  Creating a congenial atmosphere to create and disseminate knowledge of human experience, thought and creativity to advance human welfare in all its dimensions,  Actively cultivating efforts aimed at developing students into independent- minded, responsible global citizens.

The college has undertaken following strategies/mechanisms to implement its missions:

 The college implements the curriculum designed by the affiliating university carefully with an emphasis on teaching and learning, so that quality teaching and learning happens.  Curriculum of the programmes is supplemented with co-curricular activities like, quiz and debate, celebration of days of national importance, different festivals, awareness programme, etc.  Different programmes and classes are organized to develop the students‟

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skill. e.g, capacity building workshop, communicative English classes, etc.  In consonance with its mission, the college is going to introduce skill development courses.  The college is to be upgraded a PG institution in near future

6.1.2 What is the role of top management, Principal and Faculty in design and implementation of its quality policy and plans?

The top management, the Principal and the faculty of the college play a vital role in designing and implementing the quality policy and plans of the college:  The Principal and the Governing Body (GB) of the college take the administrative decisions to implement and improve the overall quality of the college through different committees/cells.  The college has a Planning Board with Principal as the chairman and four teachers and one office assistant as members. The planning board plans and designs the policies related to infrastructure development of the college and place the same to the top management i.e the GB of the college. The GB discusses it and takes a final call.  The Academic Council consisting of the Principal and all the Heads of the departments (HOD) of the college chalk out the academic policy and the same is placed to the GB for its discussion and approval. After getting the necessary approval the Principals implements it with the help of HODs.  Policies related to quality teaching, learning and evaluation are designed and planned by IQAC and they are discussed and debated in the Academic Council and in the Staff Council consisting of Principal as Chairman and all staff of the college before their implementation.

6.1.3 What is the involvement of the leadership in ensuring:

• the policy statements and action plans for fulfillment of the stated mission:

The Principal provides the dynamic leadership in the college for fulfillment of the stated mission through the following ways:

 The Principal is the Chairperson/President of most of the committees, such as Planning Board, IQAC, Examination Committee, Research Committee, etc. The Principal ensures that the job assigned to these committees is carried out properly.  The Principal along with other members of IQAC and HODs ensure the proper implementation of teaching, learning and evaluation activities.  The co-curricular and extension services of the college are undertaken by the NSS and NCC units under the guidance of the teacher-in-charge of those units and the Principal.

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• formulation of action plans for all operations and incorporation of the same into the institutional strategic plan: For operation and incorporation of the action plans into the institutional strategic plan the Principal constitute different committees with specific responsibilities in order to implement different plans of the college.

• Interaction with stakeholders: The Principal interacts with the students, parents, teachers, hostellers and alumini from time to time. The IQAC Newsletter is a good tool for interaction with differert stakeholders.

• Proper support for policy and planning through need analysis, research inputs and consultations with the stakeholders: On the basis of the interaction with the stakeholders, the Principal in consultation of the top management (the GB of the college) takes initiatives and provides the necessary supports for policy and planning.

• Reinforcing the culture of excellence: The Principal ensures the culture of excellence through different strategies:  Creating proper environment for teaching, learning and research.  Providing necessary infrastructure for quality teaching.  Encouraging an atmosphere of mutual co-operation and consultation.  Following strict policy of recruitment of teaching and non-teaching staff in accordance with Govt. rules.

• Champion organizational change: The Principal takes initiative for organizational change through optimum use of human resources, infrastructure and good governance.

6.1.4 What are the procedures adopted by the institution to monitor and evaluate policies and plans of the institution for effective implementation and improvement from time to time?

The college monitors and evaluates the policies and plans of the institution through the following measures: (i) Students‟ feedback (ii) Academic Audit (iii) Analysis of result (iv) Interaction with stakeholders, such as teachers, Students‟ Union and alumini (v) Policies related to Infrastructure are monitored through the Planning Board and the Construction committee. (vi) Co-curricular and extension activities are monitored by the Principal with the help of the teacher-in-charge of NSS and NCC units

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6.1.5 Give details of the academic leadership provided to the faculty by the top management?

The faculty members of the college are on the various committees/councils of the college. These committees/councils are engaged in different academic activities. Through these committees the top management of the college provides academic leadership to the faculties. The important committees/councils are:

1. IQAC 2. Staff Council 3. Academic Council 4. Planning Board 5. Examination Centre Committee 6. Research Committee 7. Library Committee 8. Routine Committee 9. Magazine Editorial Board 10. Journals‟ Editorial Board

6.1.6 How does the college groom leadership at various levels?

The above council/committees mentioned in 6.1.5 are constituted with faculties both experience and young faculties. The comparatively young faculties work with the seniors and in the courses they hone their skills and gather experiences to take responsibilities in future.

6.1.7 How does the college delegate authority and provide operational autonomy to the departments / units of the institution and work towards decentralized governance system?

The top management including the Principal of the college delegate authority and function to different committees/councils to decentralize the duties and power.

6.1.8 Does the college promote a culture of participative management? If ‘yes’, indicate the levels of participative management.

Yes, the college promotes a culture of participative management. There are two teachers and in the Governing Body (Top Management) and the Vice Principal is a member of the same. The Supervising Assistant of the office of the Principal is also a member of Governing Body. The college promotes the participation of staff by incorporating them in various committees/councils. The HODs and different committees are allowed to discuss and take decisions most of which are appreciated and allowed to implement by the top management of the college.

6.2 Strategy Development and Deployment

6.2.1 Does the Institution have a formally stated quality policy? How is it developed, driven, deployed and reviewed? Self Study Report : Bholanath College, Dhubri Page 111

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Yes, the college has a stated quality policy inconsonance with the vision and mission of the college.

It has been developed in consultation with the faculty members, students and alumni.

The quality policy is implemented through different committees/councils/boards and students union.

The quality policy is reviewed annually through a discussion in the IQAC meeting, Staff Council Meeting, Admission Committee meeting and Academic Council Meeting.

6.2.2 Does the Institute have a perspective plan for development? If so, give the aspects considered for inclusion in the plan.

Yes.  The college plans to upgrade it to a PG institute in next ten years.  To develop the infrastructure to keep pace with the academic growth.

6.2.3 Describe the internal organizational structure and decision making processes.

The internal organizational structure of the college may be described as follows:  GB  Staff council  IQAC  Planning Board  Academic Council  Various Councils/Committees

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GOVERNING BODY

STAFF COUNCIL

PLANNING ACADEMIC IQAC BODY COUNCIL

VARIOUS COMMITTEES

Fig. 6.1: Hierarchy of the internal organisation

In the internal organizational structure, the GB of the college is the top management body. The principal of the college is the Head of the institution and the member secretary of the GB. The Principal runs the college with the help of the different committees/councils and also the students‟ union. The decisions taken by the Principal in consultation with the committees are placed in the GB. The GB discusses the proposals of the principal and takes necessary decision.

Different committees and their composition:  Governing Body 1. Presedent (Educationist) 2. Principal: Member Secretary 3. Vice-Principal: Member 4. Gurdian: Member (3 members nominated by DHE, Assam; one of them is women ) 5. Gauhati University Nominee: Member (2) 6. Teachers‟ representative: Member (2) 7. Non-Teaching staff: Member (1)

 Staff Council 1. Principal: President 2. Vice Principal: Secretary 3. All teaching Staff: Member

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 IQAC 1. Principal: Chairperson 2. One senior Teacher: Co-ordinator 3. Teacher: Member (7) 4. Librarian: Member (1) 5. Representative from Govorning Body: Member (1) 6. Representative from Local Comminity: Member (1)

 Planning Board 1. Principal: Chairman 2. Co-ordinator, IQAC: Member 3. Teacher: Member (4) 4. Librarian: Member (1) 5. Junior Assistance: Member (1)

 Admission Committee 1. Principal: Chairman 2. One senior teacher: Convenor 3. Teacher: Member (10) 4. Supervising Assistant: Member (1)

 Greivence Rederessal Cell 1. Principal: Chairman 2. One senior teacher: Convenor 3. Teacher: Member (3) 4. Non-teaching: Member (1) 5. Student representative: Member (1)

 Anti Sexutal Harrasement Committee 1. One Senior Teacher (Female): Chairperson 2. One Senior Teacher (Female): Member 3. Senior Teacher (Male): Member (2) 4. One Lady Member from NGO

 Anti Ragging Committee 1. Principal (Chairperson) 2. One Senior Teacher: Convenor 3. Teacher: Member (4)

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4. Hostel Wardens: Member (2) 5. General Secretry of the students‟ Union: Member (1)

 Construction Committee 1. Principal (Chairperson) 2. Teacher: Member (2) 3. Executive Engineer PWD Building: Member (1) 4. General Secretry of the students‟ Union: Member (1)

 Project Monitoring Committee under RUSA 1. Principal (Chairperson) 2. One Senior Teacher: Co-ordinator 3. Teacher: Member (3) 4. Office Assistant: Member (1) 5. Students: Member (2)

 Research Committee 1. Principal (Chairperson) 2. Teacher: Member (5) 3. Librarian: Member (1)

 Budget Committee 1. One senior teacher: Convenor 2. Teacher: Member (3) 3. Supervising Assistant: Member (1) 4. Accountant: Member (1)

6.2.4 Give a broad description of the quality improvement strategies of the institution for each of the following

• Quality improvement strategies of the college for Teaching & Learning

 Teaching plan and Monthly Progress Report  Students‟ feedback  Academic audit  Teachers‟ Performance Appraisal at the time of promotion  Sessional test and in house projects  Educational Tour

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• Quality improvement Strategies of the college for Research & Development

The college follows the following procedures for the improvement of quality in research and development:

 A Research Committee is in place in the college to promote research  Undertakes to Publish two Research journals  Encourages the faculty members to undertake projects under different funding agencies, like, UGC, ICSSR, DST, DBT, etc  Encourages the faculty members to participate in seminars/conferences/ workshops where they can exchange their research works with the peers  Provides assistance in publishing research articles in peer reviewed journals by subscribing a good number of journals/e-journals  Providing scholars access to e-resources

• Quality improvement Strategies of the college for Community engagement

The college carries out community activities through its NSS units, comprising mostly students and some faculty members. The NSS unit carries out community activities and submits its report to IQAC. The IQAC and the NSS unit convenor discuss the report and decide the next course of action.

• Quality improvement Strategies of the college for Human resource management

 The college encourages the faculty to pursue research works which help them enrich their skill and knowledge  The college allows the faculty members to attend Orientation Programmes/Refresher Courses offered by various UGC-HRDCs.  The college also encourages the faculty members/office assistants to attend various national and international seminars and workshops/training programmes.  The college organizes some in house training programmes, such as computer literacy for its staff.  The college subscribes to a good number of magazines/research journals.

• Quality improvement Strategies of the college for Industry interaction

Right now there is no such strategy of the college for industry interaction.

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?

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The Principal as the head of the college has regular interactions with the top management, the GB, which includes the Vice Principal, two representatives from the teaching staff and the suervising assistant of the office of the Principal. The Principal convenes Academic Council meeting, Staff Council meeting and Students‟ Union to discuss issues and exchange views. The information about the college is also conveyed to different stakeholders through notices, prospectus and interactions. The Newsletter called „QUEST’ published by IQAC is another medium of information. The college website (www.bncollege.org.in) is also a source of information.

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 management of the college encourages and support involvement of the staff by constituting various committees/councils to shoulder different academic and administrative responsibilities.

6.2.7 Enumerate the resolutions made by the Management Council in the last year and the status of implementation of such resolutions.

Following are the resolutions taken by the Governing Body of the college along with their status of implementations

Date Resolution Status of Implemen- tation 08.11.2014 Resolution No.1: Implemented Discussed and resolved that Dr. Dhruba Chakrabortty, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry, B.N.College, Dhubri who joined B.N.College, Dhubri on 01.11.2014 as regular Principal vide D.H.E‟s letter No.G(B)AC.356/2014/198 Dated Kahilipara the 30.10.2014 be provided pay protection and the Director of Higher Education, Assam be requested to accord approval of his pay protection at an early date.

08.11.2014 Resolution No.2: Not approved The meeting discussed threadbare the lien application by DHE, submitted by Dr. Dhruba Chakrabortty, Principal of the Assam college and resolved to accept his lien for a period of 1 (one) year w.e.f. 01.11.2014 and the D.H.E., Assam be requested to accord approval to it

08.11.2014 Resolution No.3: Implemented The meeting discussed and resolved that due to unauthorized absence of Md. Asurjamal, existing cook of Boys‟ Hostel, B.N.College, Dhubri from his duty as cook of the hostel, Sri Raju Roy be appointed as cook in Boys‟ Hostel, B.N.College, Dhubri w.e.f. 01.11.2014 for a period of 89 (eighty nine) days on purely temporary basis with a fixed remuneration of Rs.3,000/-(Rupees three thousand) only and

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terminable at any time without assigning any reason thereof.

08.11.2014 Resolution No.4: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the recommendation of the selection committee meeting held on 06.11.2014 for availing UGC sponsored Teacher Fellowship under F.D.P. Scheme during XIIth Plan period and resolved that the G.B. of the college has no objection in releasing Sri Gautam Chandra Roy, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Pol.Science, B.N.College, Dhubri if U.G.C., NERO award Teacher Fellowship under F.I.P. Programme of UGC to him for completing Ph.D. works in the Department of Political Science, Gauhati University, Guwahati-14 as per rule. The D.H.E., Assam be requested to accord necessary approval for the same.

08.11.2014 Resolution No.5: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the application submitted by Sri Samuel Sheikh, Asstt. Prof., Deptt. of Zoology, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that Sri Samuel Sheikh be granted earned leave for 20 (twenty) days w.e.f 03.11.2014 to 22.11.2014.

08.11.2014 Resolution No.6: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application submitted by Dr. Nabami Basumatary, Associate Professor, Deptt. of Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that Dr. Nabami Basumatary be granted earned leave on medical ground for a period of 30 (thirty) days w.e.f. 30.10.2014.

04.12.2014 Resolution No.2: -Do- Discussed threadbare the need of the desk-benches and grills for the Commerce Building for smooth conduct of various examinations and resolved that 40(forty) pairs of desk- benches and the required grills for the Commerce Building be constructed and the expenditure thereof be incurred from the Examination Fund. The Principal be authorized to do the needful in this regard.

Further resolved that a partition be raised in Room No.26 to divide it into two rooms.

04.12.2014 Resolution No.3: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that as the order for green board was already placed earlier and supply of articles is awaiting, the matter be kept pending for discussion.

04.12.2014 Resolution No.4: The proposal The meeting discussed threadbare the action taken by the was sent. But Principal regarding proposal of holding a Youth Rajib Gandhi Development Programme under Rajib Gandhi National National Institute of Youth Development in the month of February, Institute of 2015 and endorses the action already taken by the Principal. Youth Develop- ment did not approved the same.

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04.12.2014 Resolution No.5: Implemented Discussed threadbare the need of the Assamese Department of the college in view of the opening of P.G. Course and resolved that an amount of Rs.20,000/- only be spent for purchasing books related to P.G. Course in Assamese. 04.12.2014 Resolution No.6: The approval The meeting discussed threadbare the growing demand of from affiliating PGDCA Course and resolved that the PGDCA Regular university is Course under G.U. be introduced in the college from the awaited. Academic Session 2015-2016. The Principal is authorized to do the needful in this regard.

04.12.2014 Resolution No.7: Both the The meeting discussed and felt the necessity of publishing journals will be two journals annually and resolved that one journal for published soon. Science subjects and another journal for humanities and Social Science be published annually by the college.

The Principal be authorized to constitute the Editorial Boards and do the needful in this respect.

04.12.2014 Resolution No.8: Implemented The meeting discussed threadbare the application submitted by Jyotsna Basfore and resolved that Jyotsna Basfore be engaged in the college for cleaning the college campus on daily wage basis at the rate of Rs.166/- (Rupees one hundred sixty six) only per day and subject to a maximum of Rs.5,000/-(five thousand) per month w.e.f. 01.12.2014.

04.12.2014 Resolution No.9: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that a Research Committee of the college be constituted with the following members:

1. Dr. D. Chakrabortty, Principal, - Chairperson 2. Dr. A Ali Ahmed, Asso. Prof. & HOD, History - Member 3. Dr. S. Sen Gupta, Asso. Prof., Deptt. of Chemistry- Member 4. Dr. M. Bhattacharjee, Asstt. Prof., Deptt. of Sanskrit- Member 5. Dr. P.K. Mishra, Asstt. Prof., Deptt. of Botany - Member 6. Dr. A. Rahman, Asstt. Prof., Deptt. of Arabic - Member

04.12.2014 Resolution No.10: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that a Grievance and Redrassal Cell of the college be reconstituted with the following members:

1. Sri M. Rahman, Asso. Prof., Deptt. of Physics - Convenor 2. Sri S. Islam, Asso. Prof. & HOD, Chemistry - Member 3. Sri H. Sarma, Asso. Prof., Deptt. of Physics - Self Study Report : Bholanath College, Dhubri Page 119

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Member 4. Mrs. M. Ghosh(Paul), Asstt. Prof., Deptt. of Zoology- Member 5. Sri N. Mostak Ahmed, Gen. Secy., BNCSU(2014-15)- Member

04.12.2014 Resolution No. 11: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the urgent need of laboratory equipment for the Deptt. of Education of the college and also for the M.A. (Education) students of B.N.College Study Centre, IDOL (G.U.) and resolved that the required equipments be purchased and part of the expenditure thereof be shared by the B.N.College Study Centre of IDOL, G.U. and the rest be sanctioned from the college examination fund.

04.12.2014 Resolution No.12: -Do- The meeting discussed and felt the necessity of a Day Care Centre to take care of kids of the willing employees of the college and since the previous Day Care Centre of the college was dismantled, the meeting resolved that a room of the existing Principal‟s Quarter be renovated and used as Day Care centre. The Principal be authorized to do the needful in this regard.

04.12.2014 Resolution No.13: Approved and The meeting discussed threadbare the matter of Vice- implemented Principalship of B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that as the senior most faculty member namely Mrs. Shahana Begum is unauthorisedly absent from her duties since 17.02.2011, so the next senior most faculty member Sri C. N. Bepari, Associate Professor & HOD, Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri be appointed as the Vice-Principal of B.N.College, Dhubri and the D.H.E., Assam be requested to accord approval for appointment of Sri C. N. Bepari as Vice-Principal of the college.

04.12.2014 Resolution No.14: Implemented The meeting after considering the issue of leave applications of Dr. Mousumi Das, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Chemistry, B.N.College, Dhubri and taking in consideration the medical certificates produced by her in support of her absence, resolved to sanction the leave as earned leave on medical ground from 25.08.2014 to 13.10.2014 as no casual leave can be taken along with any other leave. Therefore, the casual leave is tagged with earned leave. However, the G.B. expresses its deep concern about the leave usually taken by her during the peak academic session which causes suffering to the students and urges her to abstain from taking leave frequently at the beginning of the session.

04.12.2014 Resolution No.15: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application submitted by Dr. A. Ali, Asstt. Professor & HOD, Zoology, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that he may be granted earned leave for a period of 5 (five) days w.e.f. 01.12.2014 to 05.12.2014.

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04.12.2014 Resolution No.16: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application submitted by Mrs. N. Devi, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Philosophy, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that she may be granted earned leave for a period of 5 (five) days w.e.f. 17.11.2014 to 21.11.2014.

23.12.2014 Resolution No. 1 Initiated The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that the construction of a building for the departments of Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science and B.C.A. be proposed to the U.G.C. against the scheme “Additional Assistance for Construction of Building Under Plan Block Grant during 12th Plan (2012-2017)

23.12.2014 Resolution No.2: Implemented The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that a Building Committee be constituted with the following members as per guidelines of 12th Plan of U.G.C. for construction of the building for the Departments of Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science and B.C.A. :- 1. Dr. Dhruba Chakrabortty, Principal -- President 2. Sri C.N.Beapri, Vice-Principal -- Member 3. Sri D. Bhattacharjee, V.C.‟s nominee to the G.B. -- Member 4. Sri M. Rahman Prodhani, Asstt. Executive Engineer, P.W.D., Golakganj NH Sub-Division, Dhubri(Assam -- Member

5. Sri M Rahman, Asso. Professor, Deptt. of Physics, Programme Coordinator of Comp. Sc. & BCA -- Member 6. Sri S. Islam, Asso. Professor & HOD, Chemistry -- Member 7. Sri S. Hoque, Asso. Professor & HOD, Mathematics -- Member 8. Sri B.K. Sarmah, Asso. Professor & HOD, Statistics -- Member 9. Sri R K Nath, S/A & Member, G.B. -- Member 10. Sri E. Hussain, Jr. Asstt. (Accountant) -- Member 11. Mr. H. Ali, Home Design Consultant, Dhubri -- Member

23.12.2014 Resolution No.3: Implemented The meeting discussed and resolved that the action of the Principal regarding the readvertisement of the post of Assistant Professor in the department of Chemistry (reserved for ST-H) be approved.

23.12.2014 Resolution No.4: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that the action of the Principal regarding the renovation of the toilets of

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B.N.College Girls‟ Common Room be approved and the necessary expenditure be met from B.N.College Development Fund.

23.12.2014 Resolution No.5: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the need of a classroom for the department of Chemistry in view of opening of P.G.Course in the said department and resolved that the Room No.14 of the college be partitioned into two sections and one of these rooms be allotted to the B.C.A. Department for its classrooms and the existing B.C.A. classroom be allotted to the Department of Chemistry.

Further resolved that an L.P.G. cylinder be connected to the Research Laboratory of the Chemistry Department to facilitate the practical classes of the proposed P.G.classes of Chemistry.

The expenditure for the work be met from the B.N.College Development Fund.

23.12.2014 Resolution No. 6 : -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved to approve the action of the Principal as chairman of the Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) in respect of placement through the DPC meeting in presence of the subject experts of Statistics approved by the Hon‟ble Vice-Chancellor of Gauhati University for the placement of the following teacher in Senior Scale of Pay as per provision of the Assam college employees provincialisation rule 2010. The Governing Body of the college resolved to request the Hon‟ble Director of Higher Education, Assam kindly to take necessary steps for promotion of the following teacher of the college.

Sl Name of Nam Date Date Due . the teacher e of of of date N Depa Inter joinin of o rtme view g in place- nt servic ment e in the Senio r Scale of Pay

1 Dr. N. Stat- 21.1 14.09. 14.09. Barman istics 2.14 10 14

23.12.2014 Resolution No. 7 : -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved to approve the action of the Principal as chairman of the Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) in respect of placement through the DPC meeting in presence of the subject experts of Statistics

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approved by the Hon‟ble Vice-Chancellor of Gauhati University for the rectification of the date of effect for placement in Senior Scale of Pay and Selection Grade Scale of Pay for the following teacher as per provision of the Assam college employees provincialisation rule 2010. The Governing Body of the college resolved to request the Hon‟ble Director of Higher Education, Assam kindly to take necessary steps for rectification of the following teacher of the college.

Rectifi- cation Person Remarks Approval Designation Grade Scale Name of the Scale Grade Senior Scale allowed Date of Senior Date of joining/ Selection Scale due Date of Selection

Sri B. Sarmah Professor Associate 29.11.1988 29.11.1996 29.11.2001 01.01.1996 01.01.2001

23.12.2014 Resolution No. 8 : -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that on the joining of Dr. Murshida Karim, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Chemistry, B.N.College, Dhubri on 15.12.2014 after availing maternity leave, the service of Dr. Ruhul Amin Bepari be terminated on and from 15.12.2014. However considering the necessity and needs of the department of Chemistry Dr. Ruhul Amin Bepari be appointed on temporary basis for 89 (eighty nine) days and terminable at any time without assigning any reason thereof at a monthly fixed pay of Rs.5,000/-(Rupees five thousand) only with effect from 16.12.2014.

Necessary steps in this regard be taken by the Principal.

23.12.2014 Resolution No. 9 : -Do- Discussed threadbare and resolved that a Planning Board be constituted for approving the proposals for Development of UG and PG education of the college with the following members:

1. Dr. D. Chakrabortty, Principal --Chairperson 2. Sri N. Hussain, Co-ordinator, IQAC & Asstt. Prof. - Member 3. Sri Motior Rahman, Asso. Prof. -- Member 4. Sri Brajendra Kanta Sarmah, Asso. Prof. -- Member 5. Dr. Dharani Kt. Das, Librarian -- Member 6. Sri Shahidul Islam, Asso. Prof -- Member 7. Dr. Susmita Sen Gupta, Asso. Prof. -- Member 8. Sri E. Hussain, Junior Asstt./Accountant -- Member

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of 3rd Grade & 4th Grade staff be constituted with the following members: 1. Alhaj Prof. Habibar Rahman, President, G B - Chairman 2. Dr. D Chakrabortty, Principal & Secretary - Member Secretary 3. Sri C. N. Bepari, Vice-Principal -Member

27.01.2015 Resolution No. 1 The proposal Discussed threadbare the application submitted by Sri was sent to Taufik Rahman, Lab. Bearer of the college and resolved that DHE and his application be accepted and he be given a chance to awaited for serve the college again in view of the affidavit submitted by approval. him.

Further resolved that the Principal of the college be authorized to do the needful in this regard. 27.01.2015 Resolution No.2: Implemented Discussed threadbare the purchase of equipments and chemicals for the departments of Physics and Chemistry of the college in connection with the B.Sc. Practical Exam, 2015 and resolved to approve the action of the Principal in paying Rs.2,16,961only from the University Examination Fund.

27.01.2015 Resolution No.3: Approved and The meeting discussed threadbare the recommendation of implemented D.P.C. (for 3rd & 4th grade staff) and resolved that the benefit of Assured Carrier Progression Scheme (Time Scale) be given to Sri S. Rahman, Library Assistant, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved to authorise the Principal of the college to forward his name to the D.H.E., Assam for his kind approval. 27.01.2015 Resolution No.4: Implemented The meeting discussed threadbare the resolution No.2 of the Budget meeting of BNCSU, 2014-2015 held on 17.01.2015 for a loan of Rs. 70,000/- (Rupees seventy thousand) only from the college fund to meet the deficit in the budget of Annual College Week, 2014-2015 of the college and resolved to sanction a loan of Rs.70,000/- (Rupees seventy thousand) only from the B.N. College Development Fund which will be reimbursed as and when fund will be available. 27.01.2015 Resolution No.5: -Do- The meeting discussed the necessity of green boards in the college to run the P.G. classes under IDOL and resolved that 8(eight) nos. of green boards be procured from IDOL Fund of the college and the Principal of the college be authorised to do the needful in this regard. 27.01.2015 Resolution No.6: -Do- The meeting discussed the application submitted by Prof. B. Ahmed, HOD, Pol. Science, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that Prof. G. C. Roy, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Pol.Science of the college be appointed to take classes in the Special Shift of the college in the said department. 27.01.2015 Resolution No.7: -Do-

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The meeting discussed the necessity of a 4th Grade employee in the B.N.College Gate on every Sunday for the B.N.College Study Centre of IDOL for which Sri Kuntal Mali has already been engaged w.e.f. 01.12.2014 and resolved that a remuneration of Rs.500/- (Rupees five hundred) only per month be paid to him from B.N.College IDOL Fund.

27.01.2015 Resolution No.8: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that a post paid mobile connection be provided to the Principal, B.N.College, Dhubri and the monthly bill for the same be paid from the B.N.College Development Fund. 27.01.2015 Resolution No.9: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the leave applications submitted by the teaching and non-teaching staff of the college and resolved that the earned leave, maternity leave of the employees of the college be approved as mentioned below: i) The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application submitted by Dr. Rajib Kagyung, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Botany B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that he may be granted earned leave for a period of 10 (ten) days w.e.f. 08.02.2014 to 12.02.2014 and from 23.08.2014 to 27.08.2014. ii) The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application submitted by Sri Ratul Nath, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Botany B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that he may be granted earned leave for a period of 10 (ten) days w.e.f. 28.08.2014 to 30.08.2014 and from 24.09.2014 to 30.09.2014. iii) The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application submitted by Sri Probin Sarma, Asso. Professor & HOD, Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that he may be granted earned leave for a period of 6 (six) days w.e.f. 15.10.2014 to 20.10.2014. iv) The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application submitted by Sri Abu Taherul Hoque, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Economics, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that he may be granted earned leave for a period of 6 (six) days w.e.f. 09.10.2014 to 10.10.2014 and from 10.11.2014 to 13.11.2014. v) The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application submitted by Dr. Nabami Basumatary, Asso. Professor , Deptt. of Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that she may be granted earned leave for a period of 10 (ten) days w.e.f. 08.10.2014 to 17.10.2014. vi) The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application submitted by Mrs. Rita Bora, Asso. Professor, Deptt. of Philosophy, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that she may be granted earned leave for a period of 12 (twelve) days w.e.f. 19.12.2014 to 30.12.2014. vii) The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application submitted by Dr. D.K.Das, Librarian, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that he may be granted earned leave for a period of 9 (nine) days w.e.f. 15.12.2014 to 23.12.2014. viii) The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application

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submitted by Mrs. Mafisa Begum, Junior Asstt., B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that she may be granted earned leave for a period of 4 (four) days w.e.f. 24.12.2014 to 27.12.2014. ix) The meeting discussed threadbare the leave application submitted by Mrs. Moktarun Nehar, Junior Asstt., B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that she may be granted earned leave for a period of 60 (sixty) days w.e.f. 17.12.2014 to 14.02.2015.

27.01.2015 Resolution No.10: Approved The meeting discussed the application submitted by Ajima Begum, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that the Governing Body of the college has no objection in allowing her to apply for the post of Asstt. Professor in Tihu College. The meeting further justifies the action of the Principal in forwarding her application for the said post.

27.01.2015 Resolution No.11: The proposal Discussed threadbare the One Man Enquiry Committee was sent to Report submitted by Dr. Ajit Kr. Barua, Enquiry Officer, DHE for B.N.College, Dhubri appointed by D.H.E., Assam vide letter approval No.G(B)Misc.31/2013/15 dated 24.02.2014 and resolved to accept the report submitted by him. Further resolved that in view of the Affidavit submitted by Sri Taufik Rahman and the resolution No.1 of this meeting, the Director of Higher Education, Assam be requested to give Sri Taufik Rahman a chance to serve the college.

19.02.2015 Resolution No.2: Implemented The meeting discussed threadbare the recommendation of the Selection Committee for appointment of Asstt. Professor in the department of Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved to accept the recommendation.

The meeting further resolved that name of Sri Nilam Jyoti Dutta who was selected and recommended by the Selection Committee, be forwarded and recommended to the D.H.E., Assam for appointment as Asstt. Professor in the Department of Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri. The Principal be authorised to do the needful in this regard. 19.02.2015 Resolution No.3: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved to open a Savings Bank account for RUSA Fund of the college in the name of „RUSA FUND, B.N.COLLEGE, DHUBRI‟ with the S.B.I., Kismathasdah Branch, Dhubri.

Further resolved that the said account be jointly operated by the Principal of B.N.College, Dhubri and Co-ordinator, IQAC, B.N.College, Dhubri.

The meeting further resolved to authorise the Principal of the college to constitute a Project Monitoring Unit as per RUSA Norms.

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19.02.2015 Resolution No.4: -Do- The meeting discussed the necessity of a Television Set for the B.N.College Boys‟ Hostel and resolved to approve the action of the Principal in purchasing a T.V. Set and D.T.H. connection for Boys‟ Hostel, B.N.College, Dhubri, by paying Rs.28,000/- (Rupees twenty eight thousand) only from B.N.College Development Fund. 19.02.2015 Resolution No.5: Approved The meeting discussed the shortage of BNCSU Fund in conducting the Annual College Week, 2014-2015 and resolved that an additional amount of Rs.15,000/- (Rupees fifteen thousand) only be taken as loan from the General Fund of the college. The loan amount be repaid from the BNCSU Fund as and when the fund is available.

19.02.2015 Resolution No.6: Implemented The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that the Principal be authorised to utilise the grant of Rs.6,00,000/- (Rupees six lakh) only received from U.G.C. (NERO), Dispur, Guwahati-6 as final instalment towards Sports Infrastructure and Equipment Grant vide U.G.C. letter No.F.33-15/XI/Sports/NERO/1767 dated 06.02.2015.

Further resolved that as per resolution adopted vide Resolution Nos.6 & 7 of the G.B. meeting dtd. 31.10.2014 the following persons/organisations be paid their outstandings as mentioned below:-

1. Sri Dipankar Bose (Material supplier) - Rs.1,38,000.00 2. Sri Khairul Hoque (Mason/Supplier) - Rs.1,64,000.00 3. Sri Rezzak Ali (Carpenter) - Rs. 98,000.00 4. M/S Loknath Enterprise(Electric item Supplier), W.No.2, P.O. Gauripur, Dist.Dhubri (Assam) - Rs.2,00,000.00 ______Total = Rs.6,00,000.00 (Rupees six lakh) only

19.02.2015 Resolution No.7: The meeting discussed and resolved that the measures adopted by the Principal with respect to the academic matters of the college be discussed in the next G.B. meeting.

21.03.2015 Resolution No. 1 Implemented The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that that 30% of the total amount of tuition fee collected during the academic session 2014-2015 (Rs.15,65,460/-) which is equal to Rs.4,69,638/- (Rupees four lakh sixty nine thousand six hundred thirty eight) only be transferred to B.N.College Development Fund.

Further resolved that an amount of Rs.4,67,932/- (Rupees four lakh sixty seven thousand nine hundred thirty two) only be paid to Dhubri Electrical Sub-division for construction of new 11 KV line & 11/0.43 KV, 100 KVA s/s to feed power

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supply to B.N.College, Dhubri from the B.N.College Development Fund.

21.03.2015 Resolution No.2: Approved Discussed threadbare the letter bearing No.G(B)ACN/112/2014/63 dtd. 03.03.2015 from the Inspector of Colleges, Assam to the Principal, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that since the post of Laboratory Assistant is lying vacant in the college, so Sri Surojit Singh Choudhury be appointed in the post of Laboratory Assistant.

21.03.2015 Resolution No.3: Implemented The meeting discussed the need and the recommendation of the NAAC Peer Team, 2011 for renovation of the classrooms of the college and resolved to renovate the classrooms in a phase wise manner and the expenditure thereof be incurred from B.N.College HELP Fund and from the P.G.C.S. Fund (B.N.College Study Centre Fund) of the college. The Principal be requested to place a budget for the same in the next G.B.meeting.

21.03.2015 Resolution No.4: -Do- Discussed threadbare that an application be moved to the Govt. of Assam and the local M.P., seeking financial aid for construction of classrooms and laboratory in view of the shortage of the same resulting from the devastating fire that broke out at the college on 1st May, 2014. The Principal be requested to do the needful in this regard. 21.03.2015 Resolution No.5: -Do- The meeting discussed the application received from „Home Design Consultant‟, A.K.Azad Road, Dhubri (Assam) for initial payment in connection with the preparation of plan and estimate, DPR for “Additional Assistance for construction of building under Plan Block Grant of U.G.C. during XIIth Plan Period” and resolved to pay an amount of Rs.30,000/-(Rs. thirty thousand) only from B.N.College Development Fund.

21.03.2015 Resolution No.6: Expert‟s Discussed the application received from Reliance Jio approval Infocomm. Ltd. and requested the Principal of the college to awaited discuss the matter with some technical expert and place the opinion of the technical expert before the Governing Body.

21.03.2015 Resolution No.7: Implemented Discussed the application received from Nilima Bala Roy, a physically challenged student of T.D.C. 4th Sem, Roll No.1224 and requested the Principal to help her from B.N.College Poor Fund.

21.03.2015 Resolution No.8: DHE‟s Discussed and resolved that as there is no applicant for the approval post of Asstt. Professor in Chemistry reserved for ST(H) awaited category even after advertisement for four times, the post be de-reserved and the D.H.E., Assam be requested to accord necessary permission for the same.

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21.03.2015 Resolution No.9: Implemented Discussed threadbare that the Staff Quarter which is lying vacant be allotted to Dr. Dharani Kanta Das, Librarian of the college on a rental basis of Rs.1,000/- (Rs. one thousand) only per month for a period of 3 (three) years w.e.f. 01.04.2015.

21.03.2015 Resolution No.10: Non-liability The meeting discussed threadbare the superannuation of Sri certificate Moksed Ali Jotdar, Associate Professor in the Department issued. of Arabic, B.N.College, Dhubri who would retire on 31st March, 2015 after discharging his duty in the college and resolved that Sri M.A.Jotdar be issued the non-liability certificate to facilitate him to draw pension and gratuity from concerned authority.

Further resolved that the D.H.E., Assam be requested to DHE‟s accord necessary permission to advertise the said post. approval awaited

21.03.2015 Resolution No.11: Non-liability The meeting discussed threadbare the superannuation of certificate Mrs. Shahana Begum, Assistant Professor in the Department issued. of Sanskrit, B.N.College, Dhubri who would retire on 31st March, 2015 and resolved that non-liability certificate be issued to her subject to clearance of her liabilities to the college.

Further resolved that the D.H.E., Assam be requested to DHE‟s accord necessary permission to advertise the said post. approval awaited 25.04.2015 Resolution No.2: The matter was The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that taken up with Municipal Board, Dhubri be approached for construction of the Municipal drain in front of the college. Board, Dhubri

25.04.2015 Resolution No.3: Implemented The meeting discussed threadbare the recommendation of the Selection Committee for appointment of Asstt. Professor in the Department of Assamese, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved to accept the recommendation.

The meeting further resolved that the name of Dr. Poli Bezboruah who was selected and recommended by the Selection Committee be forwarded and recommended to the D.H.E., Assam for appointment as Asstt. Professor in the Deptt. of Assamese, B.N.College, Dhubri. The Principal be authorised to do the needful in this regard.

25.04.2015 Resolution No.4: -Do- The meeting discussed the letter No. PC/HE/Misc./77/2011/177 of D.H.E., Assam dtd. 10th March, 2015 and resolved that concept paper for those projects namely building for life sciences, auditorium and indoor stadium in B.N.College, Dhubri be submitted to the appropriate authority

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The meeting resolved to approve the action of the Principal in engaging FAR INFRASTRUCTURE for preparing the concept papers and conducting survey of the college campus.

The meeting further resolved to approve the action of the Principal in paying Rs.21,000/- (Rs. twenty one thousand) only as advance from B.N.College Development Fund out of Rs.61,000/- (Rupees sixty one thousand) only charged by FAR INFRASTRUCTURE as consultancy fee for preparing the concept paper. The Principal be authorised to pay the rest of the amount of Rs.40,000/- (Rupees forty thousand) only after completion of the work from B.N.College Development Fund.

25.04.2015 Resolution No.5: Implemented The meeting discussed threadbare the construction of proposed building namely „Deptt. of Mathematics and Statistics‟ with the help of M.P. LAD Fund in B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved to construct the building in between Staff Quarter and Biology Laboratory which was destroyed by fire on 01.05.2014.

The meeting further resolved to invite Hon‟ble M.P. of Dhubri Lok Shabha Constituency to lay the foundation stone of the proposed building and the Principal be requested to fix a date for the same.

25.04.2015 Resolution No.6: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the need of annual budget for the college and resolved to form a Budget Committee for the year 2015-2016 with the following members:

1. Dr. Debashis Chakraborty 2. Prof. Brajendra Kanta Sarmah 3. Prof. Shahidul Islam 4. Prof. Shamsul Hoque 5. Prof. Hiten Sarma 6. Sri Ranjan Kr. Nath 7. Sri Biswajit Mandal

25.04.2015 Resolution No.7: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the budget submitted by the Office of the Executive Engineer, P.W.D., Dhubri Building Division for renovation of the class room 2, 3 & 4 of the college and resolved that the proposed renovation work be started as early as possible with the help of a Construction & Purchase Committee and the necessary expenditure be incurred from B.N.College HELP Fund.

Further resolved that a Construction & Purchase Committee be formed with the following members to look after the renovation work of class room 2, 3 and 4 of the college:

1. Dr. Dhruba Chakrabortty - Chairman 2. Prof. Shamsul Hoque - Member 3. Prof. Motior Rahman - Member

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4. Prof. Shahidul Islam - Member 5. Prof. Hiten Sarma - Member 6. Sri Ranjan Kr. Nath - Member

25.04.2015 Resolution No.8: Applied. The meeting discussed threadbare the renewal of temporary The response affiliation and application for permanent affiliation to G.U., for GU is Ghy-14 and resolved that the Principal be authorised to do awaited the needful for renewal of temporary affiliation of various departments and for getting permanent affiliation of the eligible departments. The fees required to be deposited to G.U. be paid from the B.N.College Development Fund.

25.04.2015 Resolution No.9: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that administrative building of the college be renovated and the Principal be requested to place a budget prepared by competent authority of P.W.D. in the G.B. at the earliest.

25.04.2015 Resolution No.10: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that Dr. Ruhul Amin Bepari be appointed for a further period of 89 (eighty nine) days w.e.f. 16.03.2015.

25.04.2015 Resolution No. 11 : -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved to approve the action of the Principal as chairman of the Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) in respect of placement through the DPC meeting in presence of the subject experts of Zoology approved by the Hon‟ble Vice-Chancellor of Gauhati University for the placement of the following teacher in Selection Grade of Scale of Pay as per provision of the Assam college employees provincialisation rule 2010. The Governing Body of the college resolved to request the Hon‟ble Director of Higher Education, Assam kindly to take necessary steps for promotion of the following teacher of the college.

(Selection Grade Scale of Pay) Dr. Azad Ali

25.04.2015 Resolution No. 12 : -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved to approve the action of the Principal as chairman of the Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) in respect of placement through the DPC meeting in presence of the subject experts of Zoology approved by the Hon‟ble Vice-Chancellor of Gauhati University for the placement of the following teacher in Senior Scale of Pay as per provision of the Assam college employees provincialisation rule 2010. The Governing Body of the college resolved to request the Hon‟ble Director of Higher Education, Assam kindly to take necessary steps for promotion of the following teacher of the college.

(Senior Scale of Pay) Dr. Santanu Sarma 07.05.2015 Resolution No.2: Implemented

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The meeting discussed threadbare the existing fee structure of the college and resolved to enhance the fees for the session 2015-2016 as follows:

(I) For H.S. (Arts, Science & Commerce) :-

Item Existing Proposed Enhance (2014-2015) for 2015- -ment 2016 Misc. 60 100 40 (Misc.=50, Infrastructur e =10) Devel- 450 460 10 pment Fees Electr- 150 200 50 icity Colleg 200 250 50 e Exam. Fees Library 100 150 20 Grand Total = 200

(II) For B.A. & B.Com. (Annually) :- Item Existing Proposed Enhance (2014- for 2015- ment 2015) 2016 Misc. 60 160 100 Develop- 700 800 100 ment Fees Electri- 150 200 50 city Establish- 600 650 50 ment College 250 300 50 Exam. Fees Library 150 200 50 NAAC 100 150 50 Grand Total = 450

(III) For B.Sc. (Annually):-

Item Existing Proposed Enhance (2014- for 2015- ment 2015) 2016 Misc. 60 160 100 Labora- 850 1000 150 tory

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Develop- 700 800 100 ment Fees Electri- 150 200 50 city Establish- 600 650 50 ment College 250 300 50 Exam. Fees Library 150 200 50 NAAC 100 150 50 Grand Total = 600

(IV) Students having compulsory excursion have to pay the proposed amount along with the Major Admission or as decided by the authority (per student):

1. Department of Zoology (Major)

6th Semester = Rs.500.00

2. Department of Botany (Major & General)

1st/2nd Sem. (M) (Local Excursion) 300 x 2 = Rs.600.00 3rd/4thSem.(M)(1 Local,1 Outside)300+500= Rs.800.00 5th/6thSem.(M)(1Local,1 Outside) 300+500= Rs.800.00 3rd Sem. (General) (1 Local) = Rs.300.00

3. Department of Assamese

4th Sem. (Major) (1 Outside) = Rs.300.00

N.B. 1. Hostel Admission (Boys‟) = Rs.6000.00 2. Hostel Admission (Girls‟) = Rs.6500.00 3. Major Admission (Arts) =Rs.150.00 (against Rs.120.00) 4. Major Admission (Science) =Rs.250.00 (against Rs.180.00 5. Biotechnology = Rs.5000.00 per annum (in addition to the admission fees 6. B.Sc. Computer Science =Rs.4000.00 per annum (in addition to the admission fees 7. B.C.A. =Rs.5000.00 per Semester (in addition to the admission fee)

07.05.2015 Resolution No.3: -Do- The meeting resolved to open Special Shift (Morning) in Philosophy and authorised the Principal to appoint existing faculty of the Philosophy Department in the Special Shift (Morning) as per the existing norms of the college.

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The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved to constitute the Selection Committee for conducting the interview for the post of Asstt. Professor in Education, English and Computer Science (non-sanctioned), B.N.College, Dhubri with the following members respectively:

(A) Education: Members of the Committee: 1. Dr. Mir S. Ali, President, G.B., B.N.College - Chairman 2. Dr. D. Chakrabortty, Principal & Secretary - Member Secretary 3. Prof. S. Huda , V.C.‟s Nominee to G.B. - Member 4. Prof. N. N. Roy, V.C.‟s Nominee to G.B - Member 5. Prof. A. Hussain, H.O.D, Education - Member

(B) English: Members of the Committee: 1. Dr. Mir S. Ali,President, G.B., B.N.College - Chairman 2. Dr. D. Chakrabortty, Principal & Secretary - Member Secretary, 3. Prof. S. Huda, V.C.‟s Nominee to G.B. - Member 4. Prof. N. N. Roy, V.C.‟s Nominee to G.B. - Member 5. Prof. S. A. Mondal, H.O.D, English - Member

(C) Computer Science: Members of the Committee: 1. Dr. Mir S. Ali, Chairman, G.B., B.N.College - Chairman, 2. Dr. D. Chakrabortty, Principal & Secretary - Member Secretary 3. Prof. S.l Huda, V.C.‟s Nominee to G.B - Member 4. Prof. N. N. Roy, V.C.‟s Nominee to G.B - Member 5. Prof. B. Nath, H.O.D, Comp. Science - Member

The meeting further resolved that the interview for the above mentioned subjects be fixed on 10.07.2015, 11.07.2015 and 13.07.2015 respectively.

12.06.2015 Resolution No.3: The meeting discussed and resolved that the AQAR 2014-15 -Do- of the college be accepted and recommended for submission to the NAAC, Bangalore.

12.06.2015 Resolution No.4: -Do- The meeting discussed the students‟ Feedback and resolved that the Principal of the college be authorised to do the needful to improve the services of the office and the library of the college as desired by the students of the college.

Further resolved that two more drinking water facility be provided by installing water purifier.

12.06.2015 Resolution No.5: -Do- The meeting discussed the process of automation of the college done by the Principal as suggested by the Peer Team of NAAC and resolved to approve the action of the Principal. Further resolved that the Principal be authorised to make the payment to the service provider and suppliers.

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12.06.2015 Resolution No.6: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that the admission in H.S. and Degree classes be done in order of merit. Further resolved that 40% of the total seats of degree classes be reserved for internal candidates of the college i.e. for those students who passed H.S. Examination from B.N.College, Dhubri.

The meeting further resolved that 40% of the Major seats be reserved for internal candidates and that free studentship be offered to B.P.L. students having 80% marks in the qualifying examination.

12.06.2015 Resolution No.7: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that the action of the Principal in respect of payment of Rs.1,96,715.00 (Rupees one lakh ninety six thousand seven hundred fifteen) to the Loknath Enterprise be approved for purchasing chemical and equipments for the science departments of the college in connection with the Semester Examinations, 2015.

12.06.2015 Resolution No.8: -Do- The meeting discussed the action of the Principal regarding the students Identity Card and resolved to approve the same and further resolved that the Principal be authorise to make payment of Rs.77,500.00 (Rs. seventy seven thousand five hundred) only to Sakti Industries for the supply of the I/D Cards.

12.06.2015 Resolution No.9: The fund has The meeting discussed and resolved that the beautification been sanctioned of the pond in front of the college be done under the M.L.A. and the work LAD Fund. will begin soon.

12.06.2015 Resolution No.10: Implemented The meeting discussed and resolved that the remuneration of the Co-ordinator of the Study Centre of IDOL, G.U. be re- fixed at Rs. 2,500/- (Rs. two thousand five hundred) only per month w.e.f. May, 2015 in view of the recent circular of the IDOL, G.U.

12.06.2015 Resolution No.11 (A): -Do- Discussed and resolved that a Purchase Committee be formed with the following persons for making purchase under UGC, RUSA and other Govt. Grants:

a) Dr. Dhruba Chakrabortty Principal, B.N. College, Dhubri - Chairman b) Prof. Shamsul Huda, V.C.‟s Nominee to the G.B. - Member c) Prof. Nagendra Nath Roy V.C.‟s Nominee to the G.B. - Member d) Prof. Brajendra Kanta Sarmah, HOD, Statistics, B.N.College, Dhubri - Member e) Prof. Motior Rahman, Asso. Prof., Deptt. of Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri

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- - Member f) Dr. Susmita Sen Gupta Asso. Prof., Deptt. of Chemistry, B.N.College, Dhubri - Member g) Prof. Noor Hussain Asstt. Prof., Deptt. of English & Co-ordinator, IQAC - - Member h) Sri Ranjan Kr. Nath Supervising Assistant, B.N.College, Dhubri - - Member 12.06.2015 Resolution No.11 (B): - Implemented- Discussed and resolved that a Construction Committee be formed with the following persons for construction work under UGC, RUSA and other Govt. Grants:

a) Dr. Dhruba Chakrabortty, Principal, B.N.College, Dhubri - Chairman b) Prof. Shamsul Huda, V.C.‟s Nominee to the G.B. - Member c) Prof. Nagendra Nath Roy V.C.‟s Nominee to the G.B. - Member d) Sri Alokesh Sarma Ex. Eng., PWD, Build. Divn., Dhubri - Member e) Prof. Motior Rahman Asso. Prof., Deptt. of Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri - - Member f) Prof. Shamsul Hoque HOD, Mathematics & Member, G.B. - Member g) Prof. Shahidul Islam HOD, Chemistry, B.N.College, Dhubri - Member h) Prof. Hiten Sarma Asso. Prof., Deptt. of Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri - Member

12.06.2015 Resolution No.12: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that a Project Monitoring Committee for RUSA Scheme of Infrastructure Grants for B.N.College, Dhubri be formed with the following members:

1) Dr. D. Chakrabortty, Principal - Chairman 2) Dr. D. Chakraborty, Asso. Prof, Dept. of Bengali - Member 3) Prof. B. K Sarmah, HOD, Statistics - Member 4) Prof. R. Bora, Asso. Prof., Deptt. of Philosophy - Member 5) Prof. M. Rahman, Asso. Prof., Deptt. of Physics - Member 6) Prof. S. Islam HOD, Chemistry - Member 7) Dr. S. Sen Gupta, Asso. Prof., Deptt. of Chemistry - Member 8) Prof. N. Hussain, Asstt. Prof., Deptt. of English, & Co- ordinator, IQAC - Member

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9) Sri R. K. Nath, Supervising Assistant - Member 10) Sri E. Hussain, Junior Assistan - Member 11)Sri N. M. Ahmed, a student of Degree 3rd Semester - Member

12.06.2015 Resolution No.13: -Do- The meeting discussed the application submitted by Ratul Nath, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri who has been serving in this college since 26.11.2013 and resolved that the Governing Body of the college has no objection in allowing him to apply for the post of Asstt. Professor in Biswanath College, Biswanath Chariali, Sonitpur. The meeting further justifies the action of the Principal in forwarding his application for the said post.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.2(a): -Do- The meeting discussed the recommendation of the Selection Committee for the post Asstt. Professor in the Department of Education, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that Sri Jahangir Hussain Alom be appointed on contractual basis for 89 (eighty nine) days and terminable at any time without assigning any reason thereof on a consolidated salary of Rs.6,000/-(Rupees six thousand) only per month. The Principal is authorised to do the needful in this regard.

Further resolved that the Principal be authorised to re- appoint aforesaid candidate depending on the need of the department.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.2(b): -Do- The meeting discussed the recommendation of the Selection Committee for the post Asstt. Professor in the Department of English, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that Rimpa Khatun be appointed on contractual basis for 89 (eighty nine) days and terminable at any time without assigning any reason thereof on a consolidated salary of Rs.6,000/-(Rs. six thousand) only per month. The Principal is authorised to do the needful in this regard.

Further resolved that the Principal be authorised to re- appoint aforesaid candidate depending on the need of the department.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.2(c): -Do- The meeting discussed the recommendation of the Selection Committee for the post Asstt. Professor in the Department of Computer Science, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that Mr. Asif Ahmed be appointed on contractual basis for 89 (eighty nine) days and terminable at any time without assigning any reason thereof on a consolidated salary of Rs.6,000/-(Rupees six thousand) only per month. The Principal is authorised to do the needful in this regard.

Further resolved that the Principal be authorised to re- appoint aforesaid candidate depending on the need of the

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department.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.2(d): Implemented The meeting discussed the recommendation of the Selection Committee for the post Asstt. Professor in the Department of Philosophy, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that Dr. Abu Zafar Ahmed be appointed on contractual basis for 89 (eighty nine) days and terminable at any time without assigning any reason thereof on a consolidated salary of Rs.6,000/-(Rs. six thousand) only per month. The Principal is authorised to do the needful in this regard.

Further resolved that the Principal be authorised to re- appoint aforesaid candidate depending on the need of the department.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.3: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and approved the selection made by the Selection Committee for the post Asstt. Professor in the Department of Political Science, B.N.College, Dhubri against a vacancy arising due to Gautam Ch. Roy, Asstt. Professor in the Deptt. of Pol.Science, B.N.College, Dhubri availing F.D.P. under UGC vide its letter No. F.5-7/TF/2012/NERO/639 dated 18th May, 2015 up to 24.05.2016 Accordingly, Parvin Sultana who topped the list is selected for appointment as Asstt. Professor in the Deptt. of Pol.Science against Sri Gautam Ch. Roy who has been awarded Teacher Fellowship for doing Ph.D. up to 24.05.2016.

The Principal is authorised to send the name of Parvin Sultana to G.U. and to the Joint Secretary, UGC (NERO), Housefed Complex, Beltotala-Basistha Road, Dispur, Guwahati-6 for prior approval.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.4: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that Prof. C.N. Bepari, Vice-Principal and HOD, Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri who is going to retire on 31.07.2015 be requested to render his service to the college as a faculty member of the Deptt. of Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri for the greater interest of the student community.

Further resolved that an honorarium of Rs.5,000/- (Rupees five thousand) only per month be paid to Prof. C.N.Bepari for his service.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.5: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that Prof. M.A.Jotdar, Asso. Prof. & HOD, Arabic who has retired on 31.03.2015 be requested to render his service to the college as a faculty member of the Deptt. of Arabic, B.N.College, Dhubri for the greater interest of the student community.

Further resolved that an honorarium of Rs.5,000/- (Rs. five thousand) only per month be paid to Prof. M.A.Jotdar for his service.

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23.07.2015 Resolution No.6: Implemented The meeting discussed and resolved that the salary of all teaching staff working against Non-sanctioned posts/contractual basis be increased by an amount of Rs.1,000/- (Rupees one thousand) only per month w.e.f. 01.08.2015.

Further resolved that the salary of Saiful Huda, Asstt. Librarian, B.N.College, Dhubri be increased by Rs.1,000/- (Rs. one thousand) only per month w.e.f. 01.08.2015.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.7: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that the salary of Sri Surojit Singh Choudhury and Mrs. Esramin Begum, both Grade-III employees of the college working against Non- sanctioned posts be increased by an amount of Rs.700/- (Rs. seven hundred) only per month w.e.f. 01.08.2015.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.8: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that the salary of 4th Grade employees, Hostel Cooks, Night Guards except Mali Sri Majibar Rahman and Sweepers of the college be increased by Rs.500/- (Rs. five hundred) only per month w.e.f. 01.08.2015.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.9: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that the wage of the daily labourers Sri Ashok Kr. Rabidas be increased not exceeding Rs.4,000/- (Rs. four thousand) only and that of Sri Pranab Rabha be increased not exceeding Rs.3,500/- (Rs. three thousand five hundred) only per month.

The Principal is authorised to do the needful in this regard.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.10: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that Dr. Upendrajit Sarma, Associate Professor in the Deptt. of Assamese, B.N.College, Dhubri be appointed as the Co-ordinator of the regular P.G. Course in Assamese under G.U. at B.N.College, Dhubri.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.11: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that as Sri C.N.Bepari, Vice-Principal and HOD, Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri is going to retire on 31.07.2015 after attaining the superannuation age of 60 (sixty) years after discharging his duty in the college be issued Non-Liability Certificate to facilitate him to draw pension and gratuity from concerned authority.

Further resolved that the D.H.E., Assam be requested to accord necessary permission to advertise the said post.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.12: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that in view of the retirement of Prof. C.N.Bepari, H.O.D., Physics and Vice-

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Principal of the college on 31.07.2015, Dr. Debashis Chakraborty, Associate Professor in the department of Bengali and senior most faculty member of the college be appointed as Vice-Principal of the college and the D.H.E., Assam be requested to accord necessary approval of appointment of Dr. Dr. Debashis Chakraborty.

The Principal is authorised to do the needful in this regard.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.13: Implemented The meeting discussed and resolved that as Prof. C.N.Bepari, HOD, Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri is going to retire on 31.07.2015, Prof. Motior Rahman, Associate Professor and the senior most faculty member in the Deptt. of Physics be appointed as the Head of the Deptt. of Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri for a period of 3(three) years w.e.f. 01.08.2015.

Further resolved that Dr. Nabami Basumatary be appointed as the Head of the Deptt. of Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri w.e.f. 01.08.2015 as Prof. P.K.Sarma has completed 3 (three) years as the Head of the Deptt. of Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.14: -Do- The meeting discussed the concern of the honourable members regarding the service rendered by the faculty members of B.N.College, Dhubri at other organisations or institutions which is affecting this institution and resolved that the faculty members be asked to concentrate their services at B.N.College, Dhubri only.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.15: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that the best graduates in Science and Arts of this college be felicitated with books and Rs.3,000/- (Rupees three thousand) only each.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.16: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the opening of regular P.G. Classes in Assamese under G.U. at B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that an Asstt. Professor be appointed on contractual basis in the Deptt. of Assamese, B.N.College, Dhubri.

The Principal be authorised to do the needful in this regard.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.17: -Do- The meeting discussed the necessity of a hostel cook at B.N.College Girls‟ Hostel, Dhubri and approved the action of the Principal in appointing Shantibala Roy as hostel cook on purely temporary basis at a lump sum salary of Rs.3,000/- (Rs. three thousand) only per month w.e.f. 15.07.2015 and terminable at any time without assigning any reason thereof.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.18: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that the

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action of the Principal in paying the following amounts be approved: aid to Amount Name of Purpose paid (Rs.) Fund Rajjak Ali 23768 B.N. Repairing work of old Boys‟ College Hostel, Botany and Zoology Dev. Fund Deptt. FAR 36000 -do- Preparation of detailed Project Infrastru- Report. cture Pvt. Ltd. Infonetics, 66444 -do- Installation of College office Kolkata automation software. (West Bengal) Biplab Paul 59900 HELP Materials supply for repairing Fund of classrooms. Biplab Paul 60520 -do- Supply of cement, sand for repairing work. Khairul 114520 -do- Labour charge of tiles Hoque mistry/mason etc. engaged for renovation work of classrooms. Prasad 303959 -do- Supply of floor tiles, wall tiles Sanitary etc. for renovation work of classrooms Total = Rs. 6,65,111/-

23.07.2015 Resolution No.19: Implemented The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved to open a new Savings Bank Account for regular P.G.Course under Gauhati University in the name of „B.N.COLLEGE P.G. CLASSES FUND‟ with the S.B.I., Kismathasdah Branch, Dhubri.

Further resolved that the said account be operated by the Principal of B.N.College, Dhubri and authorised the Principal to do the needful in this regard.

23.07.2015 Resolution No.20: -Do- The meeting discussed the application submitted by Ratul Nath, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri who has been serving in this college since 26.11.2013 and resolved that the Governing Body of the college has no objection in allowing him to apply for the post of Asstt. Professor in Bahona College, Bahona, Jorhat. The meeting further justifies the action of the Principal in forwarding his application for the said post.

23.08.2015 Resolution No.1: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved to invite Vice-Chancellor, Gauhati University in the inaugural ceremony of opening of P.G. Classes and Freshers‟ Social, 2015.

The meeting further discussed on the offer made by Gauhati

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University to organise the G.U. Zonal Youth Festival for the affiliated colleges of G.U. of the districts of Dhubri, Goalpara and Kokrajhar from 27th to 39th August, 2015 and resolved to accord consent to the proposal. The Principal of the college is authorised to do the needful in this regard.

23.09.2015 Resolution No.2: Implemented The meeting discussed threadbare the application submitted by Ajima Begum, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri who has been temporarily released to join the post of Asstt. Professor in Botany in Tihu College and resolved that the D.H.E., Assam be requested to release her permanently from the post of Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri without granting lien.. The Principal of the college is requested to do the needful in this regard.

23.09.2015 Resolution No.3: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the application submitted by Dr. Rajib Kagyung, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that the Governing Body has no objection if he applies for the post of Asstt. Professor in the Deptt. of Botany in A.D.P. College, Nagaon.

23.09.2015 Resolution No.4: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that in view of the deterioting condition of the Gents student toilet, the existing toilet near B.N.College Central Library be renovated.

Further resolved that in view of the lack of space in the B.N. College Office and Principal‟s Chamber, both be extended and renovated.

23.09.2015 Resolution No.5: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare the proposed budget submitted by the Principal for running the P.G.Classes in Assamese and resolved that the budget be accepted and approved.

23.09.2015 Resolution No.6: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that the estimate of materials for electrical connection to the 1000 KV transformer and the panel board submitted by „Electrical Engineering, Dhubri‟ a Govt. registered firm be accepted and approved. The Principal of the college be authorised to do the needful in this regard.

23.09.2015 Resolution No.7: The remaining The meeting discussed the resignation of Dr. Afifa Kausar, fund was sent who was working as substitute teacher in the Deptt. of back to UGC Zoology, B.N.College, Dhubri against Mr. Bhabesh Nath, (NERO). Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Zoology, B.N.College, Dhubri, who availed Faculty Improvement Programme under U.G.C. during 12th Plan period and resolved that the remaining balance amount of salary grant amounting Rs.1,04,136.00 (Rs. one lakh four thousand one hundred thirty six) only out

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of total grant of Rs.5,69, 664.00 (Rs. five lakh sixty nine thousand six hundred sixty four) only released by U.G.C. vide letter No.F.5-7/TF/2012/NERO/2534 dated 16th January, 2015 be returned to U.G.C.(NERO) in the form of Demand Draft payable in favour of Joint Secretary, U.G.C. (NERO), Housefed Complex, Last Gate, Dispur, Guwahati- 6 and the Utilisation Certificate of Rs.4,65,528.00 (Rs. four lakh sixty five thousand five hundred twenty eight) only paid as salary to Dr. Afifa Kausar from the U.G.C. grant be submitted to U.G.C.(NERO) Office, Dispur, Guwahati-6. The proposal for recruitment Further resolved that U.G.C. (NERO) be requested to allow of the vacant the college to recruit another person for the vacant post of post in Zoology Asstt. Professor in Zoology for the remaining period of has been sent to F.I.P. of Sri Bhabesh Nath at the earliest. DHE, Assam and the response is awaited. 23.09.2015 Resolution No.8: The process has The meeting discussed and resolved that in view of the been initiated growing demand of the student community, Major in Statistics be started in the college from the next academic session 2016-2017. The Principal be authorised to do the needful in this regard.

23.09.2015 Resolution No.9: The proposal Discussed and resolved that application be processed for has been sent to granting permanent affiliation and for renewal of temporary Gauhati affiliation of different subjects in a phase wise manner by University and depositing necessary fees to Gauhati University. The awaited for the Principal is authorised to do the needful in this regard. approval

23.09.2015 Resolution No.10: The proposal The meeting discussed and resolved that a submitted to Certificate/Diploma Course be started on Goalparia Folk Gauhati Performing Art. Further resolved that the Principal be University for authorised to do the needful in this regard. approval

23.09.2015 Resolution No.11: Implemented Discussed and resolved to enhance the employability of the undergraduate students as well as unemployed students of this locality, skill development courses be started in B.N.College, Dhubri under G.U. and K.K.H.S.O.U. in collaboration with N.S.D.C. and Prof. Motior Rahman, H.O.D., Deptt. of Physics be appointed as Nodal Officer for the same.

23.09.2015 Resolution No.12: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that a Project Monitoring Unit be formed for B.N.College, Dhubri for RUSA Project as per RUSA norms with following members.

1. Dr. D. Chakrabortty, Principal -Chairman 2. Prof. M. Rahman, Asso. Prof. & H.O.D. Deptt. of Physics, -Member & Co-ordinator 3. Dr. S. Sen Gupta, Asso. Prof., Dept. of Chemistry - Member

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4. Prof. N. Hussain, Asstt. Professor, Dept. of English- Member 5. Sri A. Taleb, student - Member 6. Miss Mayuri Sarkar, student - Member 7. Sri E. Hussain, Office Asstt., - Member

Further resolved that Prof. Motior Rahman, Asso. Professor and H.O.D., Deptt. of Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri be appointed as Co-ordinator of the RUSA Project.

23.09.2015 Resolution No.13: Implemented. The meeting discussed and resolved that in view of release The work is of infrastructure grant of Rs. 18,60,000/- (Rs. eighteen lakhs going on. sixty thousand) only under RUSA for the year 2014-2015 to B.N.College, Dhubri following project be undertaken as per guidance:- 1. Construction of class room over the existing two storied building above the Digital class room.

The Principal be authorised to do the needful in this regard. 23.09.2015 Resolution No.14: Implemented The meeting discussed and resolved that the centre fees of Rs.1000/- (Rs.one thousand) only of B.N.College Study Centre, IDOL be waived for the sons/daughters of the staff of this college. 23.09.2015 Resolution No.15: -Do- The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that the action of the Principal in paying the following amounts be approved:

Sl Date Paid to Amo- Name of Purpose No unt Fund paid (Rs.) 1 M/S 218900 B.N. For supplying A.C., Loknath College Laptop, scanner, Enter- Dev. metre cable etc. prise, Fund Gauri- 29.07.2015 29.07.2015 pur 2 R. Ali, 20900 -do- Repairing work of Dhubri classroom No.15 & 16. 03.08.2015 03.08.2015

3 Kamal 42439 -do- Supply of fan, wire, Electric switch etc. Stores, Dhubri 05.08.2015 05.08.2015

4 K. 23500 -do- Repairing work for Hoque, verandah, platform Dhubri for water filter including daily wages labour 18.08.2015 18.08.2015 charge.

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5 Bajrang 54658 -do- Supplying materials Glass like aluminium, House, nail, bit etc for new Dhubri covering shed of Aquaguard. 18.08.2015 18.08.2015

6 M/S 88000 -do- Supply of EPBAX Loknath (telephone) Enterp- including rise, installation charge. Gauripur 19.08.2015 19.08.2015

7 M.Nath, 40000 -do- For supplying Dhubri electric materials and fitting charges. 22.08.2015 22.08.2015

8 I.T. 72839 -do- For supplyiong Solu- CPU, switch hub 15 tions, cable for server Kolkata machine. 25.08.20

9 Rumana 26,000 -do- For supplying file, Offset bag, pad etc. Press, Dhubri 01.09.2015 01.09.2015

10 Mahabir 28240 -do- For supplying one Steel no. of still almirah. Furnit- ure, Dhubri 01.09.2015 01.09.2015

11 Khairul 90872 -do- Repairing work of Hoque, B.N.College Girls‟ Dhubri Hostel, Superintendent Quarter, Generator 02.09.2015 02.09.2015 shed etc. 12 Modern 43833 -do- For suppluing Stores, materials like Dhubri G.I.Sheet, Screw etc. For Boys‟ Common Room 04.09.2015 04.09.2015 and Class Room Nos. 2, 3, 4, 6, 7. 13 Assam 99095 -do- Paid to APDCL for State load security Electri- city Board, 08.09.2015 08.09.2015 Dhubri Divn. 14 I. Sk., 33000 HELP Final payment for Dhubri Fund labour and mistry charge for colouring the classroom, 30.07.2015 30.07.2015 verandah of the college. 15 Modern 83052 -do- For supplying Stores, materials like Dhubri G.I.Sheet, screw etc. For class room nos. 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 & 04.09.2015 04.09.2015 8.

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Sri S. 67500 Students To participate at 16 Sheikh, ‟ Union G.U. Inter College Asst.Pro Fund Youth Festival, B.N. 2015. College 17.09.2015 17.09.2015

07.11.2015 Resolution No.2: Implimented The meeting discussed the present condition of the Central and the work Library of the college namely Sew Narain Tantia Library has been and felt that the reading room of the library is too small initiated compared to the total number of students in the college. After threadbare discussion it was resolved that the 2nd floor of the existing library building be constructed for reading room.

Further resolved that Principal of the college be authorised to initiate the work after preparing plan and estimate of the proposed work with the help of competent authority and the expenditure for the same be met from P.G.C.S. Fund of the college.

07.11.2015 Resolution No.3: -Do- The meeting resolved to provide computers in each department of the college and authorised the Principal of the college to provide computers in those departments which are yet to be provided with computer.

Further resolved that each department of the college be lanned with Principal‟s Office and necessary software be purchased for efficient interaction between the departments and the Principal. It is resolved that Principal be authorised to do the needful in this regard.

07.11.2015 Resolution No.4: -Do- The meeting discussed and resolved that the amount of Rs.85,000/- (Rs. eighty five thousand) only that was taken as loan from the B.N.College Development Fund and credited to the B.N.College Students‟ Union Fund in the academic session 2014-2015 be transferred from the B.N.College Students‟ Union Fund to the B.N.College Development Fund with immediate effect and the Principal be authorised to do the needful in this regard.

07.11.2015 Resolution No.5: The process has The meeting discussed and resolved that the academic audit been initiated that was carried out internally in the last academic session be carried out externally with the help of experts in the coming session.

Further resolved that Green Audit of the campus be carried out for the current session at the earliest and the Principal be authorised to do the needful in this regard.

07.11.2015 Resolution No.6: Implemented The meeting discussed and resolved that one xe-rox machine cum printer, one inverter and four chairs be purchased for

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the IDOL Centre of the college and the expenditure be met from the P.G.C.S. Fund of the college.

The Principal be authorised to do the needful in this regard.

07.11.2015 Resolution No.7: Implemented. The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that as Dr. Suchitra Pal, Associate Professor and HOD, Bengali, B.N.College, Dhubri has retired on 31.10.2015 after attaining the superannuation age of 60 (sixty) years after discharging her duty in the college be issued Non-Liability Certificate to facilitate her to draw pension and gratuity from concerned authority. Further resolved that the D.H.E., Assam be requested to The permission accord necessary permission to advertise the said post. for advertise the said post has been sought to DHE,Assam. 07.11.2015 Resolution No.8: Initiative has The meeting discussed threadbare the application submitted been taken by Dr. Nabami Basumatary, HOD, Deptt. of Botany and resolved that damaged instruments of the Deptt. of Botany be checked with the help of some technical persons and those instruments which will be found non-repairable be disposed maintaining all formalities. The H.O.D., Botany be authorised to do the needful in this regard in consultation with the Principal of the college.

07.11.2015 Resolution No.9: The matter has The meeting discussed threadbare the application submitted been sent to by Ratul Nath, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Botany, DHE, Assam B.N.College, Dhubri who has been temporarily released to for approval. join the post of Asstt. Professor in Botany in Biswanath College, Sonitpur and resolved that the D.H.E., Assam be requested to release him permanently from the post of Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Botany, B.N.College, Dhubri without granting lien. The Principal of the college is requested to do the needful in this regard.

07.11.2015 Resolution No.10 Implemented In view of the shortage of faculty members in the Deptt. of Botany, the meeting resolved that one teacher be recruited in the Deptt. of Botany on contractual basis and authorised the Principal of the college to do the needful in this regard.

Further resolved that the Selection Committee for the same be constituted with the following members: 1. Dr. Mir S Ali (President, G.B) - President 2. Dr. D. Chakrabortty, (Principal) - Member Secretary 3. Prof. S. Huda (University Nominee to G.B.) - Member 4. Prof. N. Roy (University Nominee to G.B.) -Member 5. Dr. N. Basumatary (H.O.D., Deptt. of Botany)- Member

08.12.2015 Resolution No.1: Initiated The meeting discussed threadbare the application submitted by Headmaster, Tiamari Girls‟ M.E. School and resolved that as a part of Community Development Programme, the

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school be supported for academic and infrastructural improvement. As the school is a Girls‟ School and there is no girls‟ toilet in the school, it is resolved that a girls‟ toilet be constructed in the school immediately from the budget allocated under Research and Extension activities of the college. The fund necessary for the project be spent from the B.N.College Development Fund.

The Principal be authorised to do the needful in this regard.

08.12.2015 Resolution No.2: Initiated The meeting discussed threadbare the proposal submitted by Reliance Jio for setting up 4G wifi network in the college and resolved that Reliance Jio be allowed to set up 4G wifi network in the college and the Principal be authorised to do the needful in this regard.

08.12.2015 Resolution No.3: Implemented The meeting discussed threadbare the application submitted by Dr. Azad Ali, Asstt. Professor and H.O.D., Deptt. of Zoology, B.N.College, Dhubri and resolved that the Governing Body has no objection if he applies for the post of Principal, Barbhag College, Nalbari.

08.12.2015 Resolution No.4: The Principal The Governing Body of the college discussed threadbare the assures to take matter in connection with the interaction programme of care of the students with Hon‟ble Chief Minister of Assam held on matter 22.11.2015 at Guwahati and felt that the failure on the part of Prof. A.M.Md.M.Rahman, HOD, Deptt. of Economics along with the student Afsana Parveen, B.A. 5th Sem (Major in Economics) in the programme is sufficient proof of his insincerity and negligence of duty. Further, the Governing Body feels that Prof. A.M.Md.M.Rahman should have informed the matter to the Principal stating the reason for not being able to attend the function in time so that an alternative arrangement could have been made by the Principal. The Governing Body feels that the whole episode has tarnished the image and reputation of the college.

The Governing Body requests the Principal to do the needful in this regard so that such kind of incidents is not repeated.

08.12.2015 Resolution No.5: Implemented. The meeting discussed threadbare and resolved that as 1) Dr. Debashis Chakraborty, Associate Professor, Deptt. of Bengali, 2) Sri F.Alfaruque, Asstt. Professor, Deptt. of Economics 3) Sri Basir Ahmed, Asso. Professor and HOD, Pol.Science and 4) Sri Kailash Ch. Nath, Grade-IV employee of the college, Dhubri are going to retire on 31.01.2016 after attaining the superannuation age of 60 (sixty) years after discharging their duty in the college be issued Non-Liability Certificate to facilitate them to draw pension and gratuity from concerned authority. The permission Further resolved that the D.H.E., Assam be requested to has been

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accord necessary permission to advertise the said vacant sought. posts.

08.12.2015 Resolution No.6: Initiated The meeting discussed and resolved that Sri Nilam Jyoti Dutta, Asstt. Professor in the Deptt. of Physics, B.N.College, Dhubri be engaged in the Special Shift w.e.f. 01.11.2015.

08.12.2015 Resolution No.7 : Initiated The meeting discussed threadbare the pressure for increasing seats in M.A. 1st Semester Class in Assamese under G.U. and resolved that University be requested to increase the number of seats looking into the demand for the same.

The Principal of the college be authorised to do the needful in this regard.

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

6.2.9 How does the Institution ensure that grievances / complaints are promptly attended to and resolved effectively? Is there a mechanism to analyse the nature of grievances for promoting better stakeholder relationship?

The college has a Grievance Redressal Cell. The complaints/suggestions are received through a complaint/suggestions box put up in front of the office of the Principal. The Grievance Redressal Cell meets time to time and steps are taken to resolve the complaints.

There is no mechanism to analyse the nature of grievances.

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?

One court case was filed in the session court, Dhubri regarding the demarcation of the western boundary of the college. The decision of the court 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?

Yes.

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The outcome was as follows:  Two large units of drinking water were installed in the campus.  The students are allowed to borrow and keep library books till the examination.  Renovation of the office of the Principal is done to make the service to the students hassles free.

6.3 Faculty Empowerment Strategies

6.3.1 What are the efforts made by the institution to enhance the professional development of its teaching and non teaching staff?

The following efforts are made by the college to enhance the professional development of its teaching and non-teaching staff:

 The college encourages the faculty members to go on FIP under UGC to pursue higher studies.  The college grants special leave to pursue research works.  Duty leaves are granted to the faculty members to attend orientation programme/refresher courses/short term courses/seminars/conferences/ workshops.  The college helps the staff to prepare and submit the project proposals to various funding agencies.  Seminars/workshops/popular talk/training programmes are organized in the college to enrich the skill and knowledge of the staff.  Providing the staff with a good number of research journals and reference books made available in the Central Library.  Helping them access to e-recourses at the Digital Wing of the Central Library.

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?

The college organizes various programmes for faculty empowerment, such as

 Workshop on „Introduction of Semester System by affiliating University‟  Symposium on „Role of Teachers for Quality Higher Education in Colleges‟  Workshop on „Funding Agencies for Sponsorsed Research Project: at a Glance‟  Discussion on „Academic Performance Indicator‟  Orientation programme on „Library Usage‟  Workshop on „Use of ICT‟  Lecture on „Transition of Assamese Society: Past and Present‟

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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 performance appraisal of the faculty is done as per the Academic Performance Indicator (API) system of UGC and accepted by the Govt. of Assam. The API includes different criteria to cover the performance of the faculty in different fields, such as, Teaching, Learning and Evaluation, Research and Extension, Co-Curricular and Professional Development related Activities.

The performance appraisal of the non-teaching staff is done according to the State Govt. norms which considers the efficiency, conduct, etc.

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 performance appraisal reports of the staff are placed before the Govorning Body of the college for review. The comments and decisions of the GB is conveyed to the person concerned.

The API system of UGC itself has propelled the faculty members to carry out multiple activities, such as publications along side teaching-learning and evaluation works.

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?

 The college has a Co-operative Society for both teaching and non-teaching staff. Different welfare activities are carried out through this society.  The management provides the Group Insurance to all the staff under State Govt. scheme.

6.3.6 What are the measures taken by the Institution for attracting and retaining eminent faculty?

The college employees come under the service rules of the State Govt. of Assam. However the college management adopts the following measures to retain eminent faculty:  A very cordial working atmosphere is maintained in the college  The faculties can avail special leave, duty leave and Teachers Fellowship (FDP) under UGC to carry forward their research works and also for attending workshops/seminars/conferences related to their research area and others.  The college provides necessary infrastructural facilities to carry on research activities.

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6.4 Financial Management and Resource Mobilization

6.4.1 What is the institutional mechanism to monitor effective and efficient use of available financial resources?

The college prepares its annual budget keeping in mind the expenditures to be incurred in different heads/activities. The Principal in consultation with the GB monitors effective use of the available financial resources.

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.

The college accounts are regularly audited annually by an internal auditor. The accounts are also audited externally by an auditor appointed by the State Govt. Some subsidiary funds of the college are audited by Chartered Accountants.

The audit of the funds upto the financial year 2012-2013 has been completed by the external auditor. The audit of the funds for the financial year 2013-2014 and 2014- 2015 is being done.

There has been no major objection by the auditor.

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.

The major funding agencies are:  Fees from students  UGC  RUSA  State Govt.  DST  DBT

Grants received in last four years and outcome (2011 to 2015) Funding Agency: UGC

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progress. 2. Major Research 1,43,350 Two MRP have been completed. Project The accounts of one project have also been finalized. 3. Contingency grant to 30,000 Two faculty members are perusing TF under FDP the Ph.D work as TF and utilized the contingency grant. 4. Additional grants 26,23,994 The grants have been used for purchasing teaching aids and equipments. 5. Construction of 40,00,000 The existing play ground was outdoor sports training developed, a gallery and a basket facilities ball court was constructed 6. Flood lighting of 20,00,000 Flood lights facilities was arranged Vollely ball/Basket ball court 7. Construction of 33,25,000 The second floor of an existing women‟s hostel building was constructed 8. Sports infrastructure & 5,00,000 A table tennis board, trade mill, equipments static cycle, multi gym, etc were purchased 9. Construction of 14,00,000 The commerce building was building for classroom constructed (1718.75 sq. ft.) 10. Construction of 4,90, 000 A building was constructed accommodation for (1150.74 sq. ft) teacher-students on rental basis 11. Renovation of Boys‟ 6,00,000 The Boys‟ hostel has been hostel renovated 12. Organizing National 1,87,000 One national seminar and one seminar/ workshop workshop were organised 13. Salary of substitute 12,15,788 Two substitute teachers are teachers under FDP working 14. Renovation of Physics 15,00,000 The department was renovated department 15. Remedial coaching 4,00,000 Remedial coaching classes for classes degree students were arranged 16. Purchase of books, 5,00,000 The amount was fully utilised for journals, equipments purchasing books, journals, equipments for central library 17. General development 27,94,000 The fund was used for the assistance construction of classrooms (142.8 sq. m) & purchasing of books & equipments 18. Grant to IQAC 3,00,000 The fund has been partially utilized.

TOTAL: Rs. 2,25,38,132

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Funding Agency: State Govt. (Govt. of Assam)

Sl. Purpose Amount Outcome no (Rs.) 1. Infrastructure 99,50,000 The fund was utilized for construction development grant of classrooms, digital classrooms, digital library with sophisticated book scanner 2. Sensitization on 72,000  awareness campaign was biodiversity & organized climate change  Essay, drawing and extreme (ASTEC, Govt. of pore speech competitions Assam) were held among the student  A few indigenous trees were planted  The project is in progress

TOTAL: Rs. 100,22,000

Funding Agency: DST

Sl. Purpose Amount Outcome no (Rs.) 1. Major Research 11,65,000 The project is going on in the project department of chemistry

TOTAL: Rs. 11,65,000

Funding Agency: NSS

Purpose Amount Outcome Sl. (Rs.) no 1. For conducting regular 44,500 The fund has been fully activities & special utilised campaign programme

TOTAL : Rs. 44,500

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Funding Agency: DBT

Sl. Purpose Amount Outcome no (Rs.)

1. To open institutional 36,96,000 • One SRF is working Biotech hub • Workshop, Training, Awareness, Outreach & Invited lecture programme was conducted • The project is going on

Total : Rs. 36,96,000

Funding Agency: RUSA

Sl. Purpose Amount (Rs.) Outcome no

1. New constructions 18,60,000 The construction of Renovations/ upgradations classrooms have been of existing facilities, New started Equipments/Facilities

Audited income and expenditure statement of academic and administrative activities of the previous four years:

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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 been making efforts to secure funds from the North Eastern Council under Govt. of India. The proposal has been sent and is under process for sanction by the concerned authority.  The local MP has alloted Rs. 1 crore from his Local Area Development Fund.  The local MLA has alloted Rs. 6 lac for developing the pond infront of the

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administrative block as a part of campus butification programe.

6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS)

6.5.1 Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)

a. Has the institution established an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)? If ‘yes’, what is the institutional policy with regard to quality assurance and how has it contributed in institutionalizing the quality assurance processes?

Yes.

The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of the college has been constantly making efforts for quality education and creating benchmark. The IQAC plans the actions in consonance with the Vision and Mission of the college. During the last four years following plans and actions have been taken up by IQAC to improve the overall quality of the college:

 The IQAC has ensured the collection of students‟ feed back and academic audit to monitor the quality of teaching-learning and evaluation.  The IQAC has ensured the submission of Teaching Plans and Monthly Progress Reports by the faculty members.  The IQAC has insisted on the faculty members to use ICT in the classrooms as far as practicable.  The IQAC realizes the need of modernization of the class rooms and accordingly the process of modernization of the class rooms has been going on.  The IQAC has proposed the Digital Wing of the Central Library and the same was done in the beginning of the current academic session. The Digital Section of the library has given opportunity to the user to access more e- resources. It has also served as an Information Centre.  In short, IQAC is actively involved with the management in materializing the Institutional Development Plan.

b. How many decisions of the IQAC have been approved by the management / authorities for implementation and how many of them were actually implemented?

The following are the important decisions of IQAC that have been approved by the Governing Body of the college.

Sl. IQAC decisions Approved/Implemented by No. Governing Body 1. Office Automation Vide GB Resolution No. 05 dated 12/06/2015 2. Construction of Building for Vide GB Resolution No. 13 dated Distance Education Centre 25/03/2013

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3. Construction of Digital Classroom Vide GB Resolution No. 02 dated and Digital Wing of the Central 07/11/2013 Library 4. Automation of Central Library Vide GB Resolution No. 08 dated 11/02/2014 5. Construction of Boys‟ Hostel Vide GB Resolution No. 03 dated 15/03/2014 6. Construction/Rennovation of Vide GB Resolution No. 02 dated Class rooms 22/05/2014 7. Formation of Research Committee Vide GB Resolution No. 09 and 10 and Grievance Redressal Cell dated 04/12/2014 8. Academic Audit by External Vide GB Resolution No. 05 dated Const Agency 07/11/2015 rooms 9. ICT Enabled Class rooms Vide GB Resolution No. 08 dated 08/12/2015 10. Comminity Service to the District Vide GB Resolution No. 07 dated Jail, Dhubri 08/12/2015

The majority of the decisions have already been implemented and only a few are being implemented.

c. Does the IQAC have external members on its committee? If so, mention any significant contribution made by them

IQAC has two external members – one from the management and the other from the local community.

They have made significant contribution to the IQAC by way of making valuable suggestion in implementing the decision.

d. How do students and alumni contribute to the effective functioning of the IQAC?

The students and alumni of the college cooperate with the IQAC in implementing some of the plans chalked out by IQAC. For example, Communicative classes for 5th semester students was conducted by one of the alumni mainly, Sri Arnab Roy.

e. How does the IQAC communicate and engage staff from different constituents of the institution?

The Principal of the college is the Chairman of IQAC and the Coordinator of IQAC is a member of the Academic Council. The IQAC communicate its plans and policies to the staff through these two members in particular and the other members of the IQAC in general.

The IQAC assigns various responsibilities to the staff for implementing the plans

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and policies of the college. For example, the students‟ feedback is collected and analysed by the faculty members of Statistics, Bio-Technology and Zoology. The non-teaching staff of the college is engaged to find out the data related to students‟ enrollment, funds, etc.

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, there is an integrated framework for quality assurance of the academic and administrative activities of the college.  The Principal of the college is the Chairman of IQAC which acts as the nodal agency of quality assurance.  The Principal is the Member Secretary of the Govorning Body and he places various polices and suggestions from the different committees/councils before the GB whenever necessary  The different plans and policies of the IQAC are discussed and implemented through different committees/councils headed by the Principal  At the department level, the plans and policies are implemented by the HODs with the help of the departmental colleagues

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.

Yes. Some programmes are organized for effective implementation of the Quality assurance procedures.  UGC Sponsored Workshop on “Implementation of UGC Scheme during the 11th Plan Period” (05/05/2013)  Workshop on “New Procedures of NAAC Assessment” (27/02/2014)  Workshop on “API Assessment” (20/12/2014)  Symposium on “The Role of Teachers in Quality Higher Education” (27/06/2015)  Workshop on “Academic Performance Indicator” (27/09/2015)  Workshop on “Funding Agency for Sponsored Research Projects: At a Glance” (27/05/2015)  Workshop on „Use of ICT‟

Impact:

The above programmes have brought about a visible change in the academic and administrative activities of the college.

 More and more faculty members are interested in research activities  More number of staff are using ICT in teaching-learning and office works

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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?

Yes. In the last academic session, the academic audit was carried out internally. However, the college has decided to carry out the academic audit by the external agency in the coming session.

6.5.5 How are the internal quality assurance mechanisms aligned with the requirements of the relevant external quality assurance agencies/regulatory authorities?

The internal quality assurance mechanisms of the college are derived from the guidelines of the Director of Higher Education, Assam, UGC and NAAC, Bangalore.

 The IQAC of the college was established in 2002 and college was assessed twice by NAAC.  The infrastructural policy of the college is in line with the UGC and State Govt. guidelines.  The quality policy of academic activities is framed keeping in mind the guidelines of the affiliating university (Gauhati University)., UGC and the suggestions of NAAC

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 teaching-learning process of the college is reviewed through the following mechanisms:  Collection and analysis of students‟ feedback  Academic audit (from 2015)  Analysis of results

Methodologies:

Students’ feedback

 A feed back form is prepared covering different criteria  The feed back forms are distributed and students‟ opinion is sought  After collecting the forms the feed back is analyzed and the report is placed before GB for necessary discussion and action

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Academic audit

In the last session the academic audit was carried out internally. The audit covered the following area:

 Teaching-learning  Research and publication  Contribution to corporate life

Result

 The results of the college is analysed and discussed in the Academic Council and Staff Council meeting

6.5.7 How does the institution communicate its quality assurance policies, mechanisms and outcomes to the various internal and external stakeholders?

The quality assurances policies are communicated to various internal and external stakeholders through the discussions in meetings and interactions from time to time.

Any other relevant information regarding Governance Leadership and Management which the college would like to include.

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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 conducted a Green Audit of the college campus and facilities in 2015.

7.1.2 What are the initiatives taken by the college to make the campus eco-friendly?

 Energy conservation:  The college conducts its day to day affairs and different activities in the daylight as far as practicable.  The college has taken initiative to convert the normal lightening system to LED.  The college always encourages optimum power consumption during all activities

 Use of renewable energy: The college has not yet gone for the use of renewable energy.

 Water harvesting: NA

 Check dam construction: NA

 Efforts for Carbon neutrality:  Regular plantation is done to neutralize carbon in the campus.  The college has connected the departments with the Principal‟s office through LAN to minimize the use of paper

 Plantation: The college has been planting saplings over the last few years for sufficient plantation and a green campus.

 Hazardous waste management:  A Waste Water Treatment Plant is constructed for treating waste water of Chemistry Department and Biotech Hub.  College has been trying to make its campus a plastic free zone.

 e-waste management: The computers which are out of service are kept safely in a separate room. The useless parts of electronic devices are separated and kept separately in the store room.

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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.

The college has introduced the following innovations during the last four years:

 A Digital Wing has been open in the Central Library of the college where the readers can access a good number of e-resources. The digital wing also provides some other facilities such as, bulk sms system, library blog, etc.  A system of evaluation/rating of the journals in the central library has been introduced.  The admission fees of the students from economically weaker section securing 80% and above in the last examination has been waved.  The college organizes Book Fair annually.  The college has introduced the Best Reader Award from 2015.  The faculty members started uploading the Study Materials in the library website.  Display of the daily class routine in front of every class room (roomwise).  An android based software for managing the day to day Class Routine of the college was prepared with the help of an alumnus of the college in the last session.

7.3 Best Practices

The college has practised certain Best Practices over the years:

Admission:  The admission into various programmes is done strictly on merit basis. Before the date of admission the selection list on the basis of the merit is displayed in the notice boards.

Administration:  The automation of the office of the Principal and the Central Library of the college has been done.  Financial assistance to needy students.

Teaching-Learning:  The college started mentoring from the last session to provide guidance to the students on academic and personal matter as well.  Voluntary involvement of the students in writing for and publishing the Wall Magazines.  Field visits by students and in-house students projects.  Inviting Guests for Symposiums and Popular Talks.  Earn while Learn Programme.  As college believes that inculcating the habit of reading can improve Self Study Report : Bholanath College, Dhubri Page 166

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learning outcome, so students are encouraged to visit Central Library and first three visitors to the library are awarded in the Annual College Week Function from the last session.

Research:  Publication of Peer Reviewed Research Journals by the college.

IQAC:  The IQAC organizes different activities for quality assurance.  The IQAC publishes a Newsletter annually as part of quality initiatives and endeavours.

Promotion of organic farming and Environmental Awarness:  A vermicompost unit has been prepared in the boys‟ hostel and girls‟ hostel. The organic fertilizer produced thereof will be used in the college campus.  Students are involved in campus cleaning and environmental awareness process.

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: No. 1

1. Title of the Earn while Learn Practice 2. Goal To employ undergraduate students to work in the central library of the college two hours a week without hampering their normal classes 3. The Context Many of the students of BCA and Computer Science departments of the college are from financial weak background. The college thinks if these students can be employed in the college on part-time basis that may help both the students and the college. However it is also a challenge to maintain a balance between their normal classes and the job. 4. The Practice Library has part-time jobs for the students to work in the library under „Earn while Learn‟ programme. The students coming from weak financial background and having knowledge of ICT are selected to work in Data Entry through Software of University Library (SOUL). Three students had worked two hours a day without affecting their regular classes. They are paid Rs. 5 (Rupees Five) only per entry of the individual title of printed documents. They are also trained to assist the library staff in different types of regular non-technical works. 5. Evidence of The students employed get financial support to meet their Success expenditure during their studies in the college. They were Self Study Report : Bholanath College, Dhubri Page 167

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fascinated by the behind the scene works in the library which they were not aware of as users. They got interested in the know-how of the jobs in a library and got knowledge of reading materials in their area of interest. They became interested to pursue a career in Library and Information Science. 6. Problems Some problems arose at the time of implementation of the Encountered and Programme such as selection of students and adjustment of class Resources time and working time. Required Resources required:  The infrastructure in the library  Financial support of the college  Willing students  Competent library stuff 7. Notes Nil 8. Contact details Dr.Dhruba Chakrabortty Bholanath College City: Dhubri (Assam ) Pin Code: 783324 Phone : 03662-30573 Mobile: 09854089059 Website:www.bncollege.org.in E mail ID:[email protected]

Best Practice: No. 2

1. Title of the Financial Assistance to the Needy Students. Practice 2. Goal To lend a helping hand to the needy students and to contribute to the inclusive growth of society. 3. The Context A good number of students of the college come from the economically backward families including some livilig below the poverty line (BPL). Scholarship from Govt. and other sources do not cover them all. Keeping the need of these category of students, the college sets up a „Students‟ Aid Fund‟ with contribution from students only. 4. The Practice The college collects a lump sum amount from the students at the time of admission and constitutes a fund – The Students‟ Aid Fund. The Principal notifies to the students seeking financial help to apply with supporting documents (eg., BPL card etc) for the same. After receiving the applications, a list of the beneficiaries is prepared. The same is finalized by the teacher-in-charge and the Principal. An amount of Rs. 36460 was distributed among the 30 students for the session 2013-2014. In 2014-2015 about 100 students received financial assistance.

5. Evidence of The practice has made a great impact on the students and society as

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Success well. Many students who are financially weak get an opportunity of admission into this college, who would otherwise have given up their studies.

6. Problems Problems Encountered Encountered and Resources  Limited fund Required  More number of students seeking financial assistance

Resources Required

 Fund  A Teacher-in-Charge

7. Notes Many a time the teachers and the Principal as well offer financial assistance in their personal capacity to help the students to get admission into the college.

8. Contact details Dr. Dhruba Chakrabortty Bholanath College City: Dhubri (Assam ) Pin Code: 783324 Phone : 03662-30573 Mobile: 09854089059 Website: www.bncollege.org.in E mail ID: [email protected]

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POST-ACCREDITATION INITIATIVES

The NAAC Peer Team (2nd cycle, 2011) made certain suggestions and observations on different aspects of the college. The college has deliberated over them and taken initiatives for quality enhancement.

CRITERION I: Curricular Aspects

Suggestion/observation of Peer Team Our initiative The College may plan for a full fledged  Though it was not possible to start a full course in Communicative English, fine arts fledged course in Communicative and regular classes for competitive English, certificate course on examination Communicative Skill and Personality Development has been organised by the active cooperation of an alumnus.  The college has organised classes on competitive examinations under the UGC scheme.  The college has prepared a syllabus on „Goalparia Fine Arts‟ and the same has been sent to affiliating university (Gauhati University) for affiliation. Greater emphasis on interactions between  A few classes are arranged where the various disciplines faculties of a particular discipline take class of the students of other discipline.

CRITERION II: Teaching-Learning and Evaluation

Suggestion/observation of Peer Team Our initiative The college requires good integration of ICT  The faculty members use the ICT in teaching and learning and campus facilities in classroom teaching. The networking with access to wifi network college has one Digital class room and eight ICT enabled classrooms.  The college has taken initiative to install wifi network in the college campus and is planning to open wifi 4G facility inside the campus of the college through a MoU with Reliance India. Remedial coaching for disadvantaged Remedial Coaching Classes are conducted initiated under UGC scheme. No special schemes for sports persons 2 % reservation for sports persons are

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followed according to Govt. rule. No formal mechanism for grievance redressal The college follows the redressal system of (on Evaluation and Reforms) affiliating university (GU).

CRITERION III: Research, Consultancy and Extension

Suggestion/observation of Peer Team Our initiative NCC and NSS activities to be conducted/ Both the units are actively involved in organized regularly various extension activities. Publications in peer-reviewed journals need During the last four years 150 articles have to be encouraged been published in peer reviewed journals. A total of 250 articles/chapters/books have been published. No formal collaboration Formal collaboration has not yet been possible. However, the department of chemistry is running a Major Research Project in collaboration with the department of Chemistry, Gauhati University. Formal mechanism (Consultancy) is yet The college has framed the Consultancy evolved. Service Rules recently. Faculties of the college may take up consultancy work for the individual, organization, NGOs, etc. against payment of consultancy charge.

Fig. a: Comparison of Publications of Faculty Members before and after 2nd Cycle of NAAC visit

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CRITERION IV: Infrastructure and Learning Resources

Suggestion/ observation of Peer Team Our initiative The class rooms need modernization and The modernization of the classrooms has good furniture done partially. The college has planned to change the old furniture with modern once. Strengthening library and virtual library  A good number of text books, journals, facilities. magazines and other resources have been purchased/subscribed in the central library.  A Digital Wing has been started in the central library. Improvement of hostel facilities for girls with  The facilities in the girls‟ hostel have been facilities for storage, recreation, reading increased to a considerable extent. room, computer with access to internet and  TV set immediate repairing of boys‟ hostel.  Installation of Hot Water geysers in the washroom (3 No.)  Newspaper (02 No.)  A new boys‟ hostel has been constructed with seat capacity 52 under MSDP scheme Some science laboratories need improvement The Physics and Chemistry laboratories have been renovated. The laboratories of Botany and Zoology have been partially renovated. No separate rest rooms for ladies staff. Yet to arrange it. Computer and projection facilities exist but At present, the college has one Digital Class need further strengthening. Room and eight ICT enabled classrooms. The college has planned to convert all the present class rooms as ICT enabled class rooms phase wise. No separate budget for maintenance. The college has a separate budget for maintenance though there is no break up for various heads. Computer facilities inadequate in library and The number of computers have been therefore students have limited access increased for the students No INFLIBNET/DELNET linkages The central library is linked with INFLIBNET for accessing of Nlist programme.

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Fig. b: Comparison of Library resources before (A) and after (B) 2nd Cycle of NAAC visit

CRITERION V: Student Support and Progression

Suggestion/Observation of Peer Team Our initiative No record on progression of students for There is no institutional mechanism to keep higher education track of the progression of the graduates to higher studies/placement. However, the faculty members of the college try to keep record of the same as per as possible. Placement cell yet to be established Not yet established. Committee to redress grievance formed The college has an active Grievance Redressal Cell

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CRITERION VI: Governance, Leadership and Management

Suggestion/Observation of Peer Team Our initiative Disparities in the salaries of staff need to be The disparities of the salaries of teaching and reduced. non-teaching staffs have been minimised. Extramural funding is scarce Yet to generate. Government agency conducts periodic The self financial courses are audited both external audit but accounts of self supporting internally as well as Govt. auditor. courses not yet audited.

CRITERION VI: Innovations and Best Practices

Observations of Peer Team Our initiative Student participation in quality enhancement Students are the member of various desired cell/committee. Value addition to education to be A few value addition based activities were strengthened organised.

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Evaluative Report of the Departments

ARTS STREAM

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Department : Arabic

DEPARTMENT: ARABIC

1. Name of the department ARABIC 2. Year of Establishment 1984 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Nil departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, Nil foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching Sanctioned posts:- 03 Designation Sanctioned Filled Associate Professor 01 01 Assistant Professor 01 01 Vacant 01 - 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of Ph.D. Teaching Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experience guided for the last 4 years 1. Abdullah M.A. Associate 22 Nil Professor 2. Dr. Atowar M.A. M.Phil, Assistant Modern literature 03 Nil Rahman Ph.D. Professor

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11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes Nil handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 41:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D. Litt/ Ph. D/ Ph.D.- 01 MPhil / PG. PG: 01 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National Nil b) International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, Nil ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  Publication per faculty 02  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals 03 (national /international) by faculty and students  Number of publications listed in International Nil Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil  Chapter in Books 01  Books Edited Nil  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of Nil publishers  Citation Index Nil  SNIP Nil  SJR Nil  Impact factor Nil  h-index Publication of individual faculty Dr. Atowar Rahman Papers published: 1. A. Rahman, Jan- Dec. 2012,"Khalîl Mutran: A trend setter of Romanticism and

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Modernism in Arabic poetry", Education Times,Vol.1, Number 1, ISSN- 2319- 8265, APH Publishing Corporation, New Delhi-110002. 2. A. Rahman, "Glimpses of Romanticism in Modern Arabic Poetry", Education At The Crossroads,Vol. II, Number 1, ISSN-2320-0316, APH Publishing Corporation, New Delhi-110002. 3. A. Rahman, April- May 2014,"Impact of Neo-classicism on modern Arabic poetry", Education Rays,second edition, ISSN-2348-0467, Anirban printers, Guwahati-781003 • Publication in books/edited books/chapter Chapter published: 1. A. Rahman, "A study on Persian and Arabic Sufi Literature", Title- The Role of Mysticism in Arabic And Persian Poetry: A Philosophical Study, (Chapter iv), Shahid publications, New Delhi, 2013, Page-165 ISBN 9789380279589.

• Publications in Conference/Seminar Proceeding 1. A Rahman, Impact of Arabic on Assamese Language and Literature, International Seminar on Quality of Higher Education in North East with Special Focus on Assam- Issues Prospects, Organised by the Department of Education, Doomdooma College, Tinsukia, Assam 13th & 14th Oct, 2014. 2. A. Rahman, Maulana Rumi and His Immortal Poetry, International Seminar on Ethics in Persian Poetry With Special Reference to the Mathnabi of Jalaluddin Rumi, Organised by deptt. of Persian, Gauhati University, Guwahati, 4th to 6th Feb, 2013. 3. A. Rahman, Influence of Mahjarites in the Development of Modern Arabic Literature, A Glimpse of Mahjar Poets in the American with Special Reference to 'Al-Rabita Al- Qalamiyyah' (The Pen League), Organised by deptt. Of Arabic, Moirabari College, Morigaon, Assam, Oct 9th & 10th, 2013. 4. A. Rahman, Romanticism as Projected in the Works of Khalil Mutran, 21st Century & Relevance of Ethical and Value Education, Organised by Deptt. of Arabic and Persian, Gauhati University, Guwahati, 21st & 22nd March, 2013.

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in Nil a) National committees Nil b) International Committees Nil c) Editorial Boards Dr. Atowar Rahman, member of Editorial Board of a journal of

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Social Sciences & Humanities. 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects Major-100% including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research Nil laboratories/Industry /other agencies 23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the Nil department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source Nil of funding a) National Nil b) International Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selected Enrolment Pass % course received M F

B A (M) 2011 06 05 04 01 80% (2014, 6th sem)

B A(G) 12 12 08 04 100% (2013, 4th sem)

03 01 02 100% (2014, 6th sem)

BA (M) 2012 04 03 02 01 100%(2015, 6th sem)

B A (G) 08 08 03 05 100%(2014, 4th sem)

03 03 00 03 100% (2015, 6thsem)

B A (M) 2013 10 08 04 04 87.5%(2015, 4thsem)

B A (G) 16 16 04 12 81.3% (2015, 4thsem)

B A (M) 2014 27 25 19 06 88 %(2015, 2nd sem)

B A (G) 08 08 06 02 87% (2015, 2nd sem)

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B A(M) 2015 13 12 09 03 Result not yet announced B A (G) 11 11 10 01

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States abroad UG 100% Nil Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state NA competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defence services, etc.? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2012: 100% 2013: 100% 2014: 80% 2015: 100% PG to M.Phil. NA PG to Ph.D. NA Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral NA Employed  Campus selection NA  Other than campus recruitment NA Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library 104 Nos. b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available in Central Library c) Class rooms with ICT facility Nil d) Laboratories Does not arise 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from Nil college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures Special lectures on / workshops /seminar) with external experts students skill

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development program 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Interaction with the students, group discussion, project work. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

SWOC analysis Strength:  Regular and sincere faculty members.  Rich library facilities provided by the college.  Arabic is the oldest classical language, now it becomes national language of many countries and also an International language. Weakness:  Shortage of teaching staff in the department.  Students have an unknown fear towards the Arabic language.  Drop- out rate high.  Less employment opportunity.

Opportunities:  The college is located in muslim dominated area where people have respect for and interest in Arabic.  Functional knowledge of Arabic may enhance the employment opportunity of the students. Threat:  Illiteracy and ignorance of the people about the Arabic subject.  General feeling of the people about Arabic being a tough language.

Future Plan of the department

 Post-Graduate Course in Arabic to be opened.  Research facilities to be provided by the department.  Arabic language Speaking and Learning Course to be organised.  Training Course of translation from Arabic to other languages to be opened.

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 Arabic Language awareness programme to be organised in different Schools and Madrassas by the department.  Skill development programme on Arabic teaching to be organised among the teachers of different School and Madrassa in the district.

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Department : Assamese

DEPARTMENT: ASSAMESE

1. Name of the department ASSAMESE 2. Year of Establishment 1946 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG, PG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.)

4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units Nil involved

5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments

7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, Nil foreign institutions, etc.

8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons

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.)

No. of No. of Years Ph.D. of Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experie guided for nce the last 4 years Baby Bora M.A. Associate Language 21 Nil Professor

Dr. M. A., M.Phil., Associate Language 18 08 Upendrajit Ph.D. Professor Sarma

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Karuna M.A.,NET Associate Literature 18 Nil Kanta Das Professor

Dr Alaka M. A., Ph.D., NET Assistant Language 10 Nil Sarma Professor Dr. Poli M.A., Ph.D., NET Assistant Literature 01 Nil Bezbaruah Professor 11. List of senior visiting faculty

 Dr. Tarani Deka, Professor, Deptt. of Assamese, Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam.  Dr. Upen Rabha Hakasam, Professor, Department of Assamese, Gauhati University Guwahati, Assam.  Dr. Prafullya Kumar Nath, Associate Professor, Department of Assamese, Gauhati University, Assam.  Dr. Dwijendra Nath Bhakat, Retd. HOD and Associate Professor, Department of Assamese, Chilarai College, Golakganj, Assam.  Dr. Dipendra Kumar Adhikary, Retd. HOD and Associate Professor, Department of Assamese, Bholanath College, Dhubri, Assam. 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes 30% in PG Course handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 169:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ Ph.D.-03, MPhil / PG. PG-02 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) Nil International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, Nil ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  Publication per faculty 6.05  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals Nil (national /international) by faculty and students  Number of publications listed in International Database Nil (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil

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 Chapter in Books Nil  Books Edited 04  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of 06 publishers  Citation Index Nil  SNIP Nil  SJR Nil  Impact factor Nil  h-index Nil Publication of individual faculty • Publication in Peer reviewed journal 1. U. Sarma,Uttar Purbanchalar Sanskriti, Folkore Society of Assam, 2012, Pages- 240-250, (ISSN-0974-6188). 2. U. Sarma, Sayed Abdul Malikar Upnyas-Suruj Mukhir Swapanat Asomar Loka Jibanor Pratifalan, Northeast India Publication, 2012, Pages-87-94, (ISBN-978- 81-922211-7-5). 3. U. Sarma, Prantadeep: Annual Research Journal of Bhasa Sahitya Chora, Deptt. Of Assamese, B.N.College, Dhubri, Assam. (ISSN-2319-9105). 4. U. Sarma, Lokakristi: Annual Research Journal of Asom Jana Kristi Samaj, Dhubri Branch, Dhubri, Assam (ISSN-2319-9237).

Publication in books/edited books/chapter 1. U. Sarma, Lakhminath Bezbaruah, Rekha Prakashan, Guwahati, 2013 (ISBN- 978-93-83611-41-6). 2. U. Sarma, Paschim Axomor Lokonatya, Rekha Prakashan, Guwahati , 2014 (ISBN-978- 93-83611-42-3). 3. U. Sarma, Madhav Kandalir Devajit Kabyar Bhasa, Rekha Prakashan, Guwahati, 2014 (ISBN-978-93-83611-43-0). 4. U. Sarma, Paschim Asomar Char Chaporir Loko Snaskriti, Published by Asom Sahity Sabha, 2014. 5. U. Sarma, Kavitar Sailibichar aru Dhuburir Kavita Sankalan, 2015, Published by Asom Sahitya Sabha & Dhuburi Sahitya Sabha, 2015. 6. U. Sarma, Uttar Purbancharalar Jati-Jonogosthir Loka Sankritik Patabhumi, CESR, Chilarai College, Golakganj, 2011, Pages-172-180, (ISBN-13-978-81-910859-8- 3) 7. U. Sarma, Adhunik Asomiya Natokat Ankiya Nat-Bhaonar Probhab, Purbashree Printers, Guwahati, 2012, Pages-160-165, (ISBN-97893-81784-12-9)

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1. Sri K. K. Das-02 Nos Asomor Loka Sanskritit banh, 2013, The Chronicle, Vol-1, Page-136-142, (ISSN-2347-2162). 2. Sri K. K. Das-02 Nos Asomar Shattriya Promparat Pal Namar Tatparya, 2014, The Chronicle, Vol-2, Page-91-95, (ISSN-2347-2162).

Publication in books/edited books/chapter

1. A. Sarma, Jogesh Dasar Kalpatuwar Mrituya Galpar Kahini Aru Chitran, ISBN-978- 81- 244-0089-0, Asomiya Chuti Alochana, 2011, Chandra Prakash, Guwahati. 2. A. Sarma, Kalpatuwar Mrituyat Prakash Powa Chitradharmi Barnana Aru Byakti Kendrik Manasikata, ISBN-978-81-244-0089-0, Asomiya Chuti Galpar Alochana, 2011. 3. A. Sarma, Morey Natun Koina, Rekha Prakashan, Guwahati, 2014, (ISBN-978-93- 83611-41-6). 4. A. Sarma, Sayed Abdul Malikar Galpat Narir Bichitra Rup, (ISBN-978-81-922211- 7-5), North East India Publication, 2012. 5. A. Sarma, Joy Jokare Aiyati Diya he Uruli, (ISBN-978-93-81784-12-9), Purbashree Printers, 2012.

• Publication in Peer reviewed journal

1. A. Sarma, Apeswarar Nam Prasanga Anusthan: Namani Asomar Bishes Ullaikhanshah: Janakristi (Annual Research Journal of Folklore Society Assam), 2011-12, Vol.II, No.5-6, Page No. 192-198, ISSN-0974-6188. 2. A. Sarma, Bartaman Somajat Asomiya Narir Tolani Biyar Prasangikata: Loka Kristi (Annual Research Journal of Asom Jona Kristi Samaj, Dhubri Branch), 2014, Page No. 41- 47, ISSN-2319-9237.

Publication in Peer reviewed journal

1. P. Bezbaruah, Lakshminath Bezbaruahar Oitihasik Natokar Moulik Charitra: Manavayatan, Vol-II, No.1, edited by Jagadish Patgiri, 2012, Page-257-264, (ISSN- 2249-0612). 2. P. Bezbaruah, Satya Prashad Baruar Natokar Nari manastattar Protifalan: Manavayatan,Vol.-III, No. 1, edited by Jagadish Patgiri, 2013, Page-189-195, (ISSN-2249-0612).

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Publication in books/edited books/chapter

1. P. Bezbaruah, Adhunik Asomiya Natakar Parbontar: Chritra citranar rupreetir Abhash, Bharatiya Natak Prampara aru Paribartan, Edited by Diganta Gogoi at all, 2012, Page-119-132, (ISBN-978-93- 5087-054-9). 2. P. Bezbaruah, Imran Shahar Upanyash eti abalokon: Banabashi Boibhawa Edited by Mayasree Goswami at all., 2013, Page-109-119, (ISBN-978-81-7213-214-9) 3. P. Bezbaruah, Sankar Devar Kritonat Dharma Tatta aru Kabya Gun: Relevance of Sankar Devas Philosphy in the context of present day, Edited by Atul Hazarika at all, 2013, Page-07-21, (ISBN-978- 93—82746-36-2). 4. P. Bezbaruah, Swarnalata Upanyashat nari muktir chetana: Uttaranat Nari, edited by Lily Seleng, 2014, Page-389-394, (ISBN-978-81-925881-7-9).

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in Nil a) National committees Dr. Upendrajit Sarma & Dr. Alaka Sarma a. Life member of Assam Sahitya Sabha. b. Life member of Linguistic society of Assam. c. Life member of Folklore society of Assam. b) International Committees Nil c) Editorial Boards Dr. Upendrajit Sarma a. Editor, Prantadeep: Annual Research Journal of Bhasa Sahitya Chora, B.N.College, Dhubri. b. Editor, Lako Kristi: Annual Research Journal of Folklore society of Assam, Dhubri Branch, Dhubri, Assam. c. Editor, Dhubri Zilar Buranjee. 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects Yes, 100%(Major) including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations Nil 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

1. Nabin Chandra Sarma, Professor emeritus of UGC, Retd. HOD & Professor, Deptt. of Folklore Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam.

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2. Prabin Chandra Das, Retd. Professor, Deptt. of Folklore Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam. 3. Kishore Bhattacharjee, Professor, Deptt. of Folklore Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam. 4. Anil Boro, Professor, Deptt. of Folklore Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam. 5. Deepti Phukan Patgiri, Dean faculty of Arts, Professor, Deptt. of Folklore Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam. 6. Tarani Deka, Professor, Deptt. of Assamese, Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam 7. Upen Rabha Hakasam, Professor, Deptt. of Assamese, Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam. 8. Prafullya Kumar Nath, Associate Professor, Deptt. of Assamese, Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam. 9. Dhrubajyoti Bora, Eminent writer and President of Asam Sahitya Sabha. 10. Prag Thakur, Eminenet writer and Vice-president of Asam Sahitya Sabha. 11. Pramananda Rajbongshi, Eminent writer and general secretary of Asam Sahitya Sabha. 12. Professor, Rangbang Terang, Eminent writer and ex-president of Asam Sahitya Sabha, Diphu, Karbi Anglong, Assam. 13. Kanak Chandra Sarma, Eminent writer, Ex-Deputy Commissioner Ex-Vice- president of Assam Sahitya Sabha, Guwahati, Assam. 14. Purna Bhattacharyya, Eminent writer and Associate Professor, Guwahati Commerce College, Guwahati, Assam. 15. Bipul Deori, Sahitya Academy Awardees Eminent writer, Guwahati, Assam. 16. Manjit Singh, Eminent poet, Guwahati, Assam. 17. Deva Prasad Talukdar, Eminent poet, Guwahati, Assam

25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National Nil b) International Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selected Enrolment course received M F Pass %

BA 1st Sem (M) 2011 08 04 01 03 00 (2014, 6th sem)

BA Ist Sem (G) 250 211 135 76 94(2013, 4th sem)

(2014, 6th sem)

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BA Ist Sem (M) 2012 08 04 02 02 (2015, 6th sem)

BA Ist Sem (G) 200 162 86 76 99 (2014, 4th sem)

(2015, 6th sem) BA Ist Sem (M) 2013 30 26 12 14 100 (2015, 4th sem)

BA Ist sem (G) 200 183 100 83 96 (2015, 4th sem)

BA Ist Sem (M) 2014 30 26 12 14 93(2015, 2nd sem)

BA Ist sem (G) 250 239 139 100 90(2015, 2nd sem)

BA Ist sem (G) 2015 Result not yet announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from the % of students from other % of students Course same state States from Abroad Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state NA competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? 29. Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2012: 0% 2013: 40% 2014: 0% 2015: 50% PG to M.Phil. Nil

PG to Ph.D. Nil

Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil

Employed Nil

 Campus selection Nil

 Other than campus recruitment Nil

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Entrepreneurship/Self-employment Nil

30. Details of Infrastructural facilities Nil a) Library Yes. 150 books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Yes, Centrally facilitated c) Class rooms with ICT facility Nil d) Laboratories Nil 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / Time to time workshops /seminar) with external experts special Lectures/Seminars/ Workshop/ organised by the Department by the external experts. 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning * Normal classroom teaching, using teaching aids . 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities Many students and teachers of the department are engaged in social responsibility activity.

35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

SWOC analysis Strength:  Qualified and sincere faculty members  Cordial and co-operative relation between the teacher and the taught.  Good number of students.

Weakness:  Shortage of teachers.  Lack of language laboratory.  Insufficient books in departmental library.

Opportunities:  The region in which the college is located is rich in Folklore. The department may explore the folklore of this region.

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Department : Assamese

Challenges:  To overcome the poor language competence of the students.  To keep pace with the rapid changes in higher education.  To make Assamese subject a popular one among the students.

Future Plan of the department:

 To arrange workshop on Assamese language to increase the skill of students in regard to speaking and writing of Assamese language.  To arrange UGC sponsored National Seminars.  Departmental library to be improved with good numbers of books.  Departmental seminars and lectures will be arranged from time to time.

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Department : Bengali

DEPARTMENT: BENGALI

1. Name of the department BENGALI 2. Year of Establishment 1946 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Nil departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, Nil foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors 02 02 Asst. Professors 02 01 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M.A./ M.Phil. etc.) No. of Years No. of Ph.D. Qualifica- Designa- Specializa- of Students Name tion tion tion Experi- guided for the last 4 ence years

Dr. Debashis M.Ph.D. Associate Language 36 NiL Chakrabarty Professor Dipa Ghosh M.A. Associate Post 27 Nil Professor Tagorean

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Bengali Literature Nirmita Nath M.A. Assistant Literature 6 Nil M.Phil. Professor 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes Nil handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 6:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt./ Ph.D./ Ph.D. = 01; MPhil / PG. M.Phil. =01 P.G = 01 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National Nil b) International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, Nil ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  Publication per faculty 0.25  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 01  Books Edited  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers

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Department : Bengali

 Citation Index  SNIP  SJR  Impact factor  h-index Publication of individual faculty • Publication in books/edited books/chapter

Nirmita Nath

Diversity of conflicts in post war Indian fiction, „Ajo‟ Upanyase Swadhinottar Bharate Sindhi Sampradayer Astitwa Sankat O Sanghat: Ekti Bishleshonatmak Adhyayan, Kantar Bhusan Nandi, Hari Prasad Baruah (Editors), 2014, 1, pp 65-370 (ISBN NO: 978-81-920759-2-1).

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 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 100 (Major) including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in Nil 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 Nil Dept. 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source Nil of funding a) National

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b) International 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selected Enrolment Pass % course received M F

BA 1st sem (M) 2011 03 03 03 100(2014, 6th sem)

BA1st sem (E) 02 01 01 0(2013, 4th sem)

Nil

BA 1st sem (MIL) 20 20 10 10 45(2013, 4th sem)

BA1st sem (M) 2012 Nil Nil

BA 1st sem (E) 04 03 01 02 67 (2014, 4th sem)

0 1 100(2015, 6th sem)

BA1st sem (MIL) 26 26 23 03 69(2014, 4th sem)

BA 1st sem (M) 2013 02 02 01 100(2015, 4th sem)

BA 1st sem (E) 08 08 08 0 13(2015, 4 th sem)

BA 1st sem (MIL) 13 13 11 02 15(2015, 4th sem)

BA 1st sem (M) 2014 02 02 02 100 (2015, 2nd sem)

BA 1st sem (E) 01 01 01 0 0 (2015, 2nd sem)

BA 1st sem (MIL) 07 07 04 03 89 (2015, 2nd sem)

BA 1st sem (M) 2015 03 03 01 02 Result not yet BA 1st sem (E) 01 01 01

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Department : Bengali

BA 1st sem (MIL) 11 11 06 05 announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from other % of students from Course the same state States Abroad UG 98 2 Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state Nil competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defence services, etc.? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2012: 100% 2013: 33% 2014: 67 % 2015: Nil PG to M.Phil. NA PG to Ph.D. NA Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral NA Employed  Campus selection  Other than campus recruitment 3 Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 2 30 Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library 130 No of books

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b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available centrally at the library and at the UGC Research Network Centre c) Class rooms with ICT facility Nil d) Laboratories NA 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures Nil / workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning  Home Assignment.  Showing paper cut, Maps, Magazine etc.  Arranging departmental seminar.  Normal classroom teaching. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities. Many of the students and teachers of the department take part in the extension activities of the college. 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans:

SWOC analysis Strength: • Qualified and dedicated teachers. • Amicable academic relations among the faculty members. • Excellent result specially in case of major students. • Library facilities. • Computer facilities. • Full co-operation of the authority. • Individual care to each and every student. • Good relation and correspondence with the other departments. Weakness :

• Enrolment is poor.

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• Shortage of books in the Departmental library. • We have internet facility centrally but not in the department. • Increasing Drop-out students. Opportunity:

 Scope for getting job.  Close touch with the teachers for academic development.  Free remedial Coaching.  Available library facilities.  Available advantages from computer facility. Challenges:

 Student‟s attendance is not satisfactory.

Future Plan of the department:

 To enrich the library.  To organise National Seminars.  To arrange popular talk / lecture.  To organise Workshop on performing arts along with arranging competition.  Translation work with other languages and departments like Sanskrit, Assamese, Hindi.  To increase research activities of the faculties through MRP

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Department : Economics

DEPARTMENT: ECONOMICS

1. Name of the department ECONOMICS 2. Year of Establishment 1946 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, U.G M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Nil departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system Semester (programme wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered Nil by other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, Nil industries, foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) Nil with reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors 01 01 Asst. Professors 03 03 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Years Ph.D. Qualifi- of Students Name Designation Specialization cation Experi- guided for ence the last 4 years F.Alfaruque M.A Assistant Prof Statistics 32 Nil A.M.M.M. M.A Associate Agricultural 25 Nil Rahmn Prof. Eco.

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A.T.Hoque M.A .M. Assistant Prof International 10 Nil Phil Eco. Abdul Aowel M.A. M. Assistant Prof Econometrics 06 Nil Srakar Phil 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes Nil handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 50: 1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ M. Phil-02 Ph.D/ MPhil / PG. PG-02 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) Nil National b) International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, Nil DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications 4 (Four)  Publication per faculty 1 (One)  Number of papers published in peer reviewed Nil journals (national /international) by faculty and students  Number of publications listed in International Nil 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

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Department : Economics

 Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of Nil publishers  Citation Index  SNIP  SJR  Impact factor  h-index 19. Publication of Individual Faculty Name of the Title of the Name of the Page ISSN/ISBN faculty article/book etc Journal No

A.M.M.M. Self employment Proceedings Rahman through Micro published by Enterprise Best Ratnapeeth on local College, Resources Chapar

A.A. Sarkar 1.Agriculture and NECTAR 28-32 23949082 Assam Economics 2.Industrialback wardness in CHRONICLE 15-18 23472162 Assam, causes and remedial measures

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards 22. Student projects Nil 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

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Department : Economics

23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students Students- Bast debator in the District 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to Nil the department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National Nil b) International Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selec- Enrolment Pass % course received ted M F

BA Ist Sem 2011 28 22 13 9 (M) 100% (2014,6th sem) BA Ist Sem 67.34% (2013,4th 100 80 50 30 (G) sem)

(2014, 6th Sem)

BA Ist Sem 2012 100% (2015, 4th 18 12 9 3 (M) Sem)

BA Ist Sem 96.15% (2015, 4th 70 44 29 15 (G) Sem)

(2015, 6th Sem)

BA Ist Sem 2013 94.4%, (2015, 4th 30 22 16 6 (M) Sem)

BA Ist sem 90.9% (2015, 4th 70 57 40 17 (G) Sem)

BA Ist Sem 2014 92.38% (2015, 2nd 20 17 14 3 (M) Sem)

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BA Ist sem 70.49% (2015, 2nd 100 75 50 25 (G) Sem)

BA Ist sem 2015 Result not yet 56 26 20 6 (M) announced

BA (G) 70 46 31 15

27 Diversity of Students Name of % of students from the % of students from % of students from the same state other States Abroad Course 100 % Nil Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state NA competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2014: 40% 2015: 20% PG to M.Phil.

PG to Ph.D.

Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral

Employed  Campus selection  Other than campus recruitment 20%

Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 20%

30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Yes

b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Nil

c) Class rooms with ICT facility Nil

d) Laboratories Nil

31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies

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32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special Nil lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Lecture method combined with communicative method, Project method 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) Yes and Extension activities

35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

SWOC analysis Strength:

 Qualified and efficient Teachers  There is great demand of the subject.  Result of the department is very good.  Teacher- student relationships of the department is very good and have always personal contact with the students.

Weaknees:

 Facilities in the department is very week  Most of the students do not have mathematical background at H.S. level.  There is shortage of faculty in the department

Future Plan of the department

 The department has a plan to start P.G. classes  To organise more national and International seminar.  The department is planning to engage itself in some more socio Economic survey in the back ward areas.  More reference books are to be provided to the students

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Department : Education

DEPARTMENT : EDUCATION

1. Name of the department EDUCATION 2. Year of Establishment 2006 3. Name of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units NA involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by NA other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, NA foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with NA reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts: All the posts are non-sanction; presently three Assistant Professors are working. Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil NA Associate Professors Nil NA Asst. Professors Nil NA 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.)

No. of No. of Ph.D. Years Qualifi- Students Name Designation Specialization of cation guided for the Experience last 4 years

Md. Altap M. Phil Asst. Prof. Educational 9 NA hussain Guidance and Counselling Dr. Hobibor Ph. D Asst. Prof. Educational 8 1 (PhD) and 5

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Department : Education

Rohman Psychology & (M. Phil) Mondal Educational Technology Economics of M. Phil, Education & Jahangir Asst. Prof. 1 NA hussain Alom SET Special Education 11. List of senior visiting faculty NA 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled

(programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 202:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative NA staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D. Sc/ D. Litt/ PhD/ M. Phil/ Ph. D –1 PG. M. Phil –2 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) NA International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, NA etc., and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University NA 19. Publications 08  Publication per faculty 03  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals 09 (national /international) by faculty and students  Number of publications listed in International Database (For e.g: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Nil Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil  Chapter in Books 01  Books Edited Nil

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 Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers 02  Citation Index NA  SNIP NA  SJR NA  Impact factor NA  h-index NA Publication of individual faculty (I) Jahangir Hussain Alom • Publication in Peer reviewed journal 1. J.H. Alom, (2013). Education and human resource development: Challenges and empowerment of special group children in north-east India. Journal in Social Science. 1(1), 25-33 (ISSN: 2321-2977, ISBN: 978-81-926394-1-3).

2. J.H. Alom. (2013). Practicing rehabilitation policies and programmers for the inclusion of special group children into mainstream society. Intellectus. 1(1), 113-119.

3. J.H. Alom. (2014). Psycho-social and educational challenges of hearing impaired children: A review of rehabilitation. Creatcrit, 2(1), 62-75.

4. J.H. Alom. (2015). Effect of stress and pressure on mental health in relation to academic achievement and adjustment of school children, Echo, 1, 86-92.

5. J.H. Alom. (2015). Early diagnosis and identification of special needs children: A review. Voice. 5.2015

• Publication in books/edited books/chapter 1. J.H. Alom. (2014). Mentally challenged: Education and rehabilitation. In M.D. Hazarika, L. Hazarika & R. Kakati (Eds.), Rengani Vol-II. Panbazar, Guwahati: Chandra Prakash.

• Publications in Conference/Seminar Proceeding 1. J.H. Alom. (2014). Impact of open and distance learning approach on higher education in north-east India: A critical review. In N. Duwara & R. Basumatary (Eds.), Higher Education in North East India: Challenges and Prospects

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Department : Education

(Seminar Proceeding Volume). Amguri, Sivasagar: Amguri College.

2. J.H. Alom (2013). Rehabilitation policies and educational schemes for the upliftment and welfare of the differently-abled people in India. Implementation of Social Welfare Schemes in India with Special reference to Assam: Issues and Challenges (Seminar Proceeding Volume), 69-79.

2. Md. Altap Hussain

• Publication in Peer reviewed journal A. Hussain, (2015). Radhakrishnana‟s view on spiritual development. Echo, 1, 47-49

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated NA 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees NA b) International Committees NA c) Editorial Boards NA 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 NA Laboratories/Industry /other agencies 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the L.R. Saikia, department Professor & HOD Education, Gauhati University 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source NA of funding a) National NA b) International NA 26. Student profile programme/course wise

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Department : Education

Name of the Year Application Selected Enrolment Pass % course received M F

B.A. 1st Sem 2011 20 11 07 04 90.91% (2014,6thsem) (M) B.A. 1st Sem 89 88 47 41 100% (2013 4th sem) (G) 95.35% (2014,6thsem)

B.A. 1st Sem 2012 49 32 10 22 100 (2015, 6th sem) (M) B.A. 1st Sem 102 97 40 57 98.25% (2014,4thsem) (G) 92.86% (2015 6thsem)

B.A. 1st Sem 2013 49 33 18 15 84.85%(2015, 4th (M) sem)

B.A. 1st sem 91 85 45 40 86.25%(2015, 4th (G) sem)

B.A. 1st Sem 2014 81 60 35 25 98.11 (2015, 2nd sem) (M) BA 1st sem (G) 185 176 11 61 83.71 (2015, 2nd sem) 5 BA 1st sem 2015 72 46 16 30 Result not yet (M) announced BA 1st sem (G) 225 219 12 90 Result not yet 9 announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same State other States abroad UG 100 % Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil NA services, Defence services, etc.? 29. Student progression

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Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2015: 107 PG to M. Phil. NA PG to PhD NA PhD to Post-Doctoral NA Employed  Campus selection NA  Other than campus recruitment 20 Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 50 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Yes b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students NA c) Class rooms with ICT facility NA d) Laboratories Yes, but temporary 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from

college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / NA workshops /seminars) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Instruction/guidance at individual level; Conventional method, project method 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and NCC cadre Extension activities 35 SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

SWOC analysis 1) Strength:  Large number of students enrolment  Good results  Energetic faculty members

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 Good cooperation with the college administration 2) Weakness:  Lack of adequate number of faculty members  Lack of Lab bearer  Insufficient lab instrument  Insufficient numbers of books in the departmental library  No permanent psychological lab  No provision of ICT facility

Future Plan of the department:  To introduce PG (Edu) course  To introduce PG diploma and certificate courses  To introduce B.Ed. course  To take initiative to publish national journal  To organize national/international seminars, workshops, conferences etc.  Educational tour can be organized as an integral part of academic programme.

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Department : English

DEPARTMENT: ENGLISH

1. Name of the department ENGLISH 2. Year of Establishment 1946 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units Nil involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) Semester 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other Assamese & B.C.A departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, Nil foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors 02 02 Asst. Professors 03 03 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of Ph.D. No. of Years Students Qualifi- of Name Designation Specialization guided for cation Experience the last 4

years Dr. Mir Jahan M.A (triple), Associate American 25 Nil Ali Prodhani PGDTE, Professor Literature Ph.D Dr. Soleman M.A, Ph.D Associate Language & 20 Nil Ali Mondal Professor Linguistics Md. Noor M.A, M.Phil. Assistant Language & 18 Nil

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Hussain Professor Linguistics Dr. Dipankar M.A, M.Phil, Assistant American 10 Nil Mallick Ph.D Professor Literature Dr. Nazia M.A, M.Phil, Assistant Commonwealt 4 Nil Zaman Ph.D Professor h Literature Rimpa Khatun M.A Assistant Literary 2 Nil Professor Theory 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) Nil by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) BA-77:1 BSc-68:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D. –04. Ph.D/ MPhil / PG. M.Phil. –01. P.G. –01. 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and Nil grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, Nil DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  Publication per faculty 5  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national /international) by faculty and 6 (by faculty members) students  Number of publications listed in International Nil Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus,

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Department : English

Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil  Chapter in Books 15  Books Edited 14  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers  Citation Index  SNIP  SJR  Impact factor  h-index Publication of individual faculty • Publication in Peer reviewed journal Mir Jahan Ali Prodhani.

1. M.J. A. Prodhani, A Few Aspects of Modern English literature: VOICE, National, 2011, III, Page no. 1-6, ISSN:2233-9934. 2. M.J. A. Prodhani,Culture through Speech: THE MARGINAL VOICE, National, 2011, II, Page no. 91-99, ISSN:0976-853X. 3. M.J. A. Prodhani, Intertextuality: VOICE, National, 2013, IV, Page no. 1-10, ISSN:2233-9934

• Publication in books/edited books/chapter Mir Jahan Ali Prodhani.

1. M.J. A. Prodhani,English Literature: A Concise History: A Literary History. Northeast India network for academic discourse, Gauhati university campus, Guwahati-14, National, ISBN:978-81-909528-3-5, 2011. 2. M.J. A. Prodhani,Malik, the Humanist: A Critical Analysis. Northeast India publication (NIP), Dhubri: Assam, National, ISBN:978-81-922211-0-6, 2011.

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3. M.J. A. Prodhani,A Concise Dictionary of Literary Terms and Theories: A Glossary.Northeast India publication (nip), Dhubri: Assam, National, ISBN:978- 81-922211-2-0, 2012. 4. M.J. A. Prodhani,Santana: Poetry.Northeast India publication (nip), Dhubri: Assam, National, ISBN:978-81-922211-9-9, 2012. 5. M.J. A. Prodhani,Geetanjalir asamiya anubad (sampurna): Translation.Northeast India publication (nip), Dhubri: Assam, National, ISBN: 978-81-926004-6-8, 2013. 6. M.J. A. Prodhani,Hridayar anuvab: Poetry. Northeast india publication (nip), Dhubri: Assam, National, ISBN: 978-81-926004-5-1, 2013. 7. M.J. A. Prodhani,English as a second language: a case study of Dhubri district (Assam): Research findings. editor, Northeast India publication (nip), Dhubri: Assam, National, ISBN: 978-81-922211-1-3, 2011. 8. M.J. A. Prodhani,Indirect speech act in Girish Karnad’s Tughlaq: Research findings. Northeast India publication (NIP), Dhubri: Assam, National, ISBN: 978- 81-922211-5-1, 2012. 9. M.J. A. Prodhani,Transculturalism: a critique: A compendium of 20 papers. Editor, Northeast India publication (nip), Dhubri: Assam, National, ISBN: 978-81- 922211-6-8, 2012. 10. M.J. A. Prodhani,Sayed Abdul Malikar Sahityakarma (eti paryalochana): A compendium of 21 papers. editor, Northeast India publication (nip), Dhubri: Assam, National, ISBN: 978-81-922211-7-5, 2012. 11. M.J. A. Prodhani,Kamala Das: a critique: Research findings. Editor, NortheastIindia publication (nip), Dhubri: Assam, National, ISBN: 978-81-926004- 9-9, 2013. 12. M.J. A. Prodhani,A Reader‟s Guide to Twentieth Century Literary Criticism & Theory: Criticism Paper bound, North-east India (NIP), Dhubri, Assam, ISBN-978- 81-926004-4-4, 2014.

• Publications in Conference/Seminar Proceeding Mir Jahan Ali Prodhani.

1. M.J. A. Prodhani, SAYED ABDUL MALIK‟S NOVEL RUPABARIR PALAS: A

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DIASPORIC READING (Title of paper presented), UGC sponsored national seminar on socio-economic impact of migration in Assam, National Level, Ratnapith College, Bahalpur, Chapar, Dhubri, 11 & 12 June,2011. 2. M.J. A. Prodhani,A SOCIO-CULTURAL APPROACH TO GOALPARIYA LOKAGEET (Title of paper presented), & Chaired three sessions, Asom Vidya National Conference & Seminar, National Level, Department of Hindi Gauhati University & North-East India network for academic discourse (Neinad). 3. M.J. A. Prodhani,SOCIAL AWARENESS IN THE SONGS OF DR. BHUPEN HAZARIKA (Title of paper presented), UGC sponsored national seminar on life and music of Ganashilpi Bhupen Hazarika, national level, Bijni College, Bijni, 28 & 29 June, 2013. 4. M.J. A. Prodhani,SAYED ABDUL MALIK‟S AGHARI ATMAR KAHINI: A Postcolonial Reading (title of paper presented), & chaired a session, intrnational conference on orientalism: past and present international, department of Arabic, Aliah University, Kolkata, 17 & 18 Feb, 2014

Publication in Peer reviewed journal Soleman Ali Mondal: 1. S. A. Mondal, “Mulk Raj Anand : The Lawyer of the Lowly and the Lost: A Study in the Light of His Novel Untouchable”. VOICE, National, 2011, 3, 17-22, 2230-9934 2. S. A. Mondal, Humanism in Malik‟s Surujmukhir Swapna. THE MARGINAL VOICE, International, 2012, 1, 177-184, 0976-853X 3. S. A. Mondal ,“Untouchable: The Unfinished Journey of Caste System”. THE MERGINAL VOICE. International, 2015, Vol-V, page-99-102, ISSN-0976-853X 4. S. A. Mondal ,Case consciousness in Arundhuti Roy‟s The God of Small Things. Voice. 5, 2015. 40-44. 2230-9934.

Publication in books/edited books/chapter Dr. Soleman Ali Mondal: 1. S. A. Mondal,Trans-culturalism: A Critique: Arundhuti Roy‟s The God of Small Things: A Transcultural Study, Northeast Publications, Dhubri, Assam, International, ISBN-978-81-922211-6-8, 2012.

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• Publications in Conference/Seminar Proceeding Dr. Soleman Ali Mondal: 1. S. A. Mondal,UGC Sponsored National Seminar on Socio-Economic Impact of Migration in Assam, National, Departments of Political Science, Ratnapith College, Bahalpur, Chapar, Dist – Dhubri (Assam), 11th & 12th June, 2011.

• Publication in Peer reviewed journal Noor Hussain: 1. N. Hussain, As You Like It: A Critique of the Pastoral: Voice, 2011, 3, 23-28, National, 2230-9934. 2. N. Hussain, Kim and India: A Postcolonial Approach: Voice, 2013, 4, 11-17, National, 2230-9934. 3. N. Hussain, Humanism in Mulk Raj Anand‟s Untouchable and coolie: The Chronicle, 2013, 1, 113-117, National, 2347-2162. 4. N. Hussain, Kamala Markandaya‟s Nectar in a Sieve: A Study in Humanist Perspective The Cronicle, 2014, 2, 89-90, National, 2347-2162 5. N. Hussain, Modernity in the Modern English Novel. New Man International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, 2014, 1, 23-27, International, 2348- 1390/0.889( IIFS) 6. N. Hussain, Re-narrating the History of Kashmir: A Study of Shalimar the Crown. Voice. 5, 2015. 33-39. National, 2230-9934.

• Publication in Peer reviewed journal Dr. Dipankar Mallick. 1. D.Mallick, Domestic writers and Society:Voice, 2011,3,75,National,2230-9934. 2. D.Mallick, Feminine Influences on Tagore: Voice,2013,4,25,National,2230-9934. 3. D.Mallick, Tagore in the World of Politics :The Chronicle, 2013,National,2347-2162 4. D.Mallick, Educational Philosophy of Tagore. Voice. 5, 2015, 52-54, National, 2230- 9934.

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• Publication in Peer reviewed journal Nazia Zaman:

1. N. Zaman, Love and Alienation in the Poetry of Kamala Das: Voice, 2011, 3, 60-66, National, 2230-9934. 2. N. Zaman, Sylvia Plath and Kamala Das as Confessional Poets: Voice, 2013, 4, 30-35, National, 2230-9934 3. N. Zaman, Kamala Das and Humanism: An Approach. The Chronicle, 2013, 1, 57-61, National, 2347-2162 4. N. Zaman, Kamala Das‟s Vision of Life: A Study. New Man International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, 2014, 1, 17-22, International, 2348-1390/0.889( IIFS) 5. N. Zaman, Solman Rushdie‟s Shame : A Novel Without a Hero. Voice, 2015, 5. 55-58, National, 2230-9934.

Publication in Peer reviewed journal Rimpa Khatun 1. R.Khatun,Nation as an Identity in Amitav Ghosh‟s The Shadow Lines. Voice. 2015, 5. 59-60. National. 2230-9934.

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards Editorial Boards of Voice –06. College Magazine –01. IQAC Newsletter –01. 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects Nil including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in Nil organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research

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laboratories/Industry /other agencies 23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the Prof. Sanjib Nath, department Professor of English, Gauhati University 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source Nil of funding a) National b) International 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selected Enrolment Pass % course received M F

BA1st sem 2011 83 51 27 24 90% (2014, 6th sem) (M)

BA1st sem(G) 415 330 180 150 84% (2012,2nd sem)

th B.Sc 1st sem 213 167 94 73 96% (2014, 6 sem) (G)

BA1st sem 2012 90 47 26 21 94% (2015, 6th sem) (M)

BA (GEN) 310 292 186 106 80% (2013,2nd sem)

th B.Sc 1st sem 200 177 96 81 98% (2015, 6 sem) (G)

BA1st sem 2013 69 53 33 20 91% (2015, 4th sem) (M)

BA1st sem(G) 421 352 189 163 82% (2014,2nd sem)

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B.Sc 1st sem 288 240 130 106 87% ( 2014, 2nd sem)

(G)

BA1st sem 2014 110 87 45 42 91% (2015, 2nd sem) (M)

BA1st sem(G) 516 437 239 198 71% (2015, 2nd sem)

st B.Sc 1 sem 346 270 158 112 71%( 2015, 2nd sem) (G)

BA1st sem 2015 101 72 40 32 Result not yet (M) announced BA1st sem(G) 550 461 294 167

B.Sc (G) 460 404 298 106

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States Abroad UG 99.5 0.5 Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state NA competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2012: 57.89 2013: 73.91 2014: 10 2015: 11 PG to M.Phil. NA PG to Ph.D. NA Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral NA

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Employed  Campus selection NA  Other than campus recruitment Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library 206 books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available at the Central library and UGC Resource Network Centre of the college. c) Class rooms with ICT facility d) Laboratories NA 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures Nil / workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Normal classroom teaching, group interaction and use of ICT. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities Both the students and the faculty of the department actively participate in the community and extension activities of the college. 35 SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

SWOC analysis Strength:  Well qualified faculty members.  Cordial relationship among the teachers and between the teachers and the taught.  Large number of students enrolled in the Major course.  Students scoring good marks in the Examination as well as getting positions in the merit list of G.U.

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Weakness:  Shortage of faculty.  Lack of language laboratory.  ICT facility is inadequate.  The departmental library is inadequate.  Poor communicative ability of the students.  Students coming from diverse background who need group/individual level attention. Opportunities:  Great demand for knowledge of English in general and communicative skill in particular.  Large areas to organise seminars, prepare of Project etc.  Participation in social activities in adjacent areas. Challenges:  The mushrooming of private institutions.  Poor Knowledge of English of the student at the secondary level.

Future Plans of the department:  To open PG classes.  To provide Communicative English Course.  To take initiative for research projects.  To boost up students in the socio-cultural history of Dhubri district.  Extra guidance to students for appearing at the Entrance Examinations for admission into M. A. Classes in different universities of India.

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Department : Hindi

DEPARTMENT: HINDI

1. Name of the department HINDI 2. Year of Establishment 1979 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Nil departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, Nil foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts 02 Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors 01 01 Asst. Professors 01 01 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Ph.D. Years Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization of guided for Experience the last 4

years Dr. Mohan Ph.D Associate Ram Kavya 20 Nil Roy Professor Smt. S.S.Roy M. Phil Assistant Upanyas 11 Nil Professor

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11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes Nil handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 7:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ Ph. D.:01 MPhil / PG. M.Phil: 01 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) Nil International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, Nil ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications Nil  Publication per faculty 01  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals Nil (national /international) by faculty and students  Number of publications listed in International Database Nil (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, 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 Nil publishers  Citation Index Nil  SNIP Nil  SJR Nil  Impact factor Nil  h-index Nil

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Department : Hindi

Publication of individual faculty Nil • Publication in Peer reviewed journal M. Roy, Shwachand aur Panth: Ek Dristi. Nectar. 1. 2015. 133-138. ISSN 2394-9082. Sangita Singha Roy S. S. Roy,Hindi Kabita Mein Naari Vedana. Nectar. 1. 2015. 139-145. ISSN 2394- 9082. 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees Nil b) International Committees Nil c) Editorial Boards 01 22. Student projects Nil a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects Nil including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in Nil 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 Nil department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National Nil b) International Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selec- Enrolment Pass % course received ted M F

BA Ist sem (M) 2011 02(M) 02 01 01 100 (2014, 6th sem)

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BA Ist Sem (G) 05 (MIL) 05 02 03 100 (2013, 4th sem)

01(ELT) 01 00 01 100 (2014, 6th sem)

BA Ist sem (M) 2012 02 (M) 02 02 00 100 (2015, 6th sem)

BA Ist Sem (G) 01 (MIL) 01 00 01 100 (2014, 4th sem)

00 (ELT) 00 00 00 00 (2015, 6th sem)

BA Ist sem (M) 2013 03 (M) O3 01 02 100 (2015, 4th sem)

BA Ist Sem (G) 02 (MIL) 02 00 02 100 (2015, 4th sem)

00 (ELT) 00 00 00 00 (2015, 4th sem)

BA Ist sem (M) 2014 03 (M) 03 01 02 50% (2015, 2nd sem)

01 (MIL) 01 01 00 100% (2015, 2nd sem)

BA Ist Sem (G) 02 (ELT) 02 00 02 0% (2015, 2nd sem)

BA Ist sem (M) 2015 03 (M) 03 02 01 Result not yet announced

BA Ist Sem 2015 03 (MIL) 03 03 00 (G) 2015 00 (ELT) 00 00 00 Result not yet announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States abroad UG 100% Nil Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state NA competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil

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services, Defense services, etc. ? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2012: 50% 2013: 50% 2014: 50% 2015: 0% PG to M.Phil. N A PG to Ph.D. N A Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral N A Employed  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment 30% Entrepreneurship/Self-employment Nil 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Yes, 75 books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Nil c) Class rooms with ICT facility Nil d) Laboratories Nil 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from Nil college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures Nil / workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Interactive method and normal classroom teaching. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) Nil and Extension activities 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans Strength:  Good faculty

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 Good working relationship between teachers and students

Weakness:  Dropout rate is high  Female enrolment is low  Departmental library facility is not up to the mark  ICT facility is not up to the mark.

Opportunities:  Extra coaching for the students for different entrance exams.  Departmental Career Counselling  To encourage students to get participated in social work.

Challenges:  Mashrooming of Private institutions.  To minimise the dropout rate  Low economic background of the students.  Enrolment is very low.

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Department : History

DEPARTMENT: HISTORY

1. Name of the department HISTORY 2. Year of Establishment 1946 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, U G M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Nil departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system Semester (programme wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, Nil industries, foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors 03 03 Asst. Professors 01 01 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Years Ph.D. of Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experie guided for nce the last 4 years Abdul M.A. Associate Modern Period 30 Nil Motleb Professor Mondal

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Dr.Akabbar M.A, LLB, Associate Modern Period 29 Nil Ali Ahmed Ph.D Professor

Rabindra Das M.A, LLB Associate Modern Period 16 Nil Professor Ebrahim Ali M.A, M.Phil Assistant Ancient Period 11 Nil Mondal Professor 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes Nil handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 1:30 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ Ph.D:1 MPhil / PG. M.Phil:1 M.A: 2 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National Nil b) International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, One ICSSR, etc. and total grants received Rs.125000/ (UGC) 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  Publication per faculty 3  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national /international) by faculty and 8 students  Number of publications listed in International Database (For eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - 07 International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil

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 Chapter in Books Nil  Books Edited 01  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of 02 publishers  Citation Index  SNIP  SJR  Impact factor  h-index Publication of individual faculty Publication in Peer reviewed journal 1. A.A.Ahmed,2015, Ethnic elements of the population of undivided Goalpara dist, Bhumiputra, 1, A Smirigranth, Gariya Marita Deshi Jatiya Parishad published by Reception Committee, GMDJP, Bilasipara, 2015. Pp-113-122.

Publication in books/edited books/chapter 1. A.A.Ahmed,:Obibhakta Goalpara Zilar Oitihasik Kritisihna aaru Bhagnwasesh , Assam Sahitya Sabha Dhubri, 2015, 2nd edition(enlarged) 2. A.A.Ahmed,: Axomar Etihas(Assamese) Crescent Book Publisher, Dhubri, 2014, 1st edition,

Publication in Peer reviewed journal 1. R. Das, 2015. The Muslims of Assam : a critical study ,OSR Humanities and social science .19th Feb.—96-100-----1.607 2. R. Das, 2015- A short account of historical geography of early Assam,OSR Humanities and Social Sciences,-19th, April -143-146. 3. R. Das, 2013. The Formation of the district of Goalpara: a historical Analysis The Chronicle, 1st issueDec.—34-37 4. R. Das, 2015. Literature and Education of Ancient Assam-IJSHR , 3RD Issue, July.416 -422. 5. R. Das, 2014. Military activity of Ahoms---The Chronicle—2nd issue,March— 75-80.

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Publication in Peer reviewed journal 1. E. A.Mondal, 2015. The Dalus of Northeast An ethnic community behind identity The Chronicle—3rd—79-84(ISSN No.-2347-2162) 2. E. A.Mondal. 2015. The role of academic faculty in maintaining the quality of higher education (with special reference to North East India) The Chronicle—3rd — & 4th (Vol-III) -5-9 (ISSN No.-2347-2162). 3. E. A.Mondal. The Ahom Mughal conflict- Vidyawarta- International Multilingual Research Journal, 2015, Pages-109-111 (ISSN No.2319-9318) 4. E. A.Mondal. The Family Structure and cultural practice of Garos in Meghalaya, Vidyawarta- International Multilingual Research Journal,2016 Vol-1, Issue-1,Pages-65-69(ISSN No.2319-9318) 5. E. A.Mondal. Cultural life of the Koches in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya- International Journal of Society & Humanities. 2015, Pages-125-129 (ISSN No.2319-2070). 6. E. A.Mondal. British Policy towards the Hill Tribes of North East India with special reference to the Lushai, Printing area International Multilingual Research Journal,2016, Pages 54-56(ISSN No.2394-5303).

Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees Dr. A.A.Ahmed, a faculty of the Deptt,is an Executive Member, All Assam Flood & Erosion Protection Forum.Guwahati, Assam. b) International Committees Nil c) Editorial Board  Dr. A A Ahmed, Editor in Chief of the Editorial Board, Research Journal of Humanities and Social Science, BN College, and also Editor of Departmental Journal, “ANNESWA” Department of History, B.N. College, Dhubri.  A.M. Mondal, Member of Editorial Board, ANNESWA  Rabindra Das, Member of Editorial Board, ANNESWA

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 Ebrahim Ali Mondal, Member of Editorial Board, Anneswa. 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house 100% (MAJOR) projects including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in Nil organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry /other agencies 23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and Nil students 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors Nil to the department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the Nil source of funding a) National b) International 26. Student profile programme /course wise

Name of the Year Application Selected Enrolment Pass % course received M F

BA (M) 2011 10 10 06 02 80(2014, 6th sem)

BA (G) 35 35 23 05 80(2013, 4th sem)

10 10 05 01 50(2014, 6th sem)

BA (M) 2012 14 11 02 09 89(2015, 6th sem)

BA (G) 28 28 18 06 71(2014, 4th sem)

07 07 03 02 40(2015, 6th sem)

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BA (M) 2013 08 08 03 nil 67(2015, 4thSem)

BA (G) 55 55 36 12 41(2015, 4th sem)

BA (M) 2014 08 08 04 01 80(2015, 2nd sem)

BA (G) 36 36 24 07 77(2015, 2nd sem)

BA(G) 2015 12 Result not yet 30 announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States abroad UG 90% 10% Nil

28. How many students have cleared national and state Nil competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2012:04 % 2013:02% 2014:06% 2015:09% PG to M.Phil. Nil PG to Ph.D. Nil Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment 03 Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 07 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities

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a) Library 100 books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Nil c) Class rooms with ICT facility Nil d) Laboratories Nil 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance 69 from college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special Nil lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning 1) Class room teaching by deliveringlectures.2).Using Black Boards, Map, Chart, Glob etc. 2) Interaction with the students on the scheduled topic. 3) Asking the students to express their problems and understanding. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities Both teacher and students are engaged in social works initiated by the college, like, cleaning, social forestation programme, blood donation programme, villagers awareness programme etc. 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

SWOC analysis Strength: The Department of history presently has full strength of its faculties. All the faculties are very much aware of their responsibilities, commitment, obligation and accountability to the students as well as to the college. The sincerity, dedication and regularities of the faculties resulted in the completion of the allotted courses of the specific semester with the good feedback of the students in the last few years. Other than special case no faculty keep himself away from the teaching responsibility which is the most important strength of the department.

Weakness: The weakness of the Department is the poor numbers of students

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admitted in UG course, taking history as combination subject

Opportunities: History, being a very informative subject helps the students who are appearing in competitive examinations. Secondly, the knowledge of history is necessary to everybody to know their identity, their dynastic root, their custom and tradition. It also gives the knowledge of the construction of a nation and civilization. Thirdly, in the present day context, historical knowledge is very much necessary to preserve social harmony among different tribes, castes and communities in Assam

Challenges: To make history a popular subject in Humanities and Social Science, and motivate the students to enroll themselves in UG course for study History is the biggest challenge for us.

Future plans of the department:

 Under initiative of the Department of History, B.N. College, a Historical Research Centre is planned to be organised to explore the actual History of Western Assam.  It is planned to open a Historical and Socio-cultural Museum.  Upgradation of Departmental Library with internet facility  Upgradation of Departmental Journal, “ANNESWA” to Research Journal with ISSN Number.  Organize Historical Tour for the student to visit Historical important sites.

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Department : Philosophy

DEPARTMENT: PHILOSOPHY

1. Name of the department PHILOSOPHY 2. Year of Establishment 1946 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ Nil units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, Nil foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with No reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Associate Professors 02 02 Asst. Professors 02 01 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./ Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Ph.D. Years Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization of guided for Experience the last 4

years L.C Nath M. Phil Assistant Religion 32 Nil Professor R. Borah M.A Associate Logic 25 Nil Professor

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Nabanita Devi M.A Associate Religion 21 Nil professor Abu Zafar Ph. D Assistant Logic 2 months Nil Ahmed Professor 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 1st Sem-50:1 3rd sem-37:1 5th sem-15:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ M. Phil-01 Ph.D/ MPhil / PG. PG-02 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) Nil National b) International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, Nil DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  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.)

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Department : Philosophy

 Monographs  Chapter in Books  Books Edited  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers  Citation Index  SNIP  SJR  Impact factor  h-index Publication of individual faculty • Publication in Peer reviewed journal Abu Zafar Ahmed 1. A.Z. Ahmed, The Notion of Self and its Destiny in sankaradeva‟s Philosophy, Dristibhangi, The Perspective. 69.Vol. VI,2012,ISSN No. 2278 5892 2. A.Z. Ahmed, Sankaradeva’s Philosophy of Culture, Dristibhangi, The Perspective, 26.Vol. VII,2013,ISSN No. 2278 5892 3. A.Z. Ahmed The Concept of Bhakti in Sankaradeva‟s Philosophy, Dristibhangi, The Perspective.Page No. 22.Vol. VIII,2014,ISSN No. 2278 5892

• Publication in books/edited books/chapter Abu Zafar Ahmed 1. ‘Pacchatya Darsanar Itihas’, Kuber Publication, College Hostel Road, Guwahati—1,2012,ISBN No. 978-81-920 684 – 4 – 2 2. „Bharatiya Aru Adhunik Pacchatya Darsanar Itihas’,Kuber Publication, College Hostel Road, Guwahati—1,2012,ISBN No. 978-81-920 684 – 5 – 9. 3. ’Samakalin Bharatya Darsan Parichaya’,Kuber Publication, College Hostel Road, Guwahati—1,2013,ISBN No. 978 - 93- 832 54 – 07 - 1. 4. „Greek Darsanar Sankhipta Itihas’,Kuber Publication, College Hostel Road,Guwahati-1,2013,ISBN No. 978 - 93- 832 54 – 06 - 4. 5. ‟ Pacchatya Darsanar Parichaya’(Epistemology and Metaphysics),Second

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Part,Kuber Publication, College Hostel Road, Guwahati-2013,ISBN No. 978 - 93- 832 54 – 09 - 5. 6. ‘Bharatiya aru Adhunic Pacchatya Darsanar Itihas’Second Part,Kuber Publication, College Hostel Road, Guwahati—1,2013,ISBN No. 978 - 93- 832 54 – 08 - 8. 7. ‘ Dharma Darsan Samikhya’,( Nirvachita amsa),Kuber Publication, College Hostel Road, Guwahati-1,2013,ISBN No. 978 - 93- 832 54 – 31 - 6. 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees Dr. Abu Zafar Ahamed member of Editorial board of the journal— Dristi bhangi, Sankalan Samiti. ICPR, Oriental Congress. b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards Dristi bhangi 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects Major- 100% including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in Nil 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 Nil department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source Nil of funding a) National b) International 26. Student profile programme/course wise

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Name of the Year Application Selected Enrolment Pass % course received M F

B A(M) 2011 16 12 7 5 86% (2014, 6th sem)

B A (G) 121 112 65 47 83% (2013, 4th sem)

87% (2014, 6th sem)

B A (M) 2012 23 17 8 9 100% (2015, 6th sem)

B A (G) 147 139 79 60 85% (2014, 4th sem)

90% (2015, 6th sem)

B A (M) 2013 27 23 15 8 96% (2015, 4th sem)

B A (G) 143 132 76 56 85% (2015, 4th sem)

B A (M) 2014 3 3 1 2 67% (2015, 2nd sem)

B A (G) 182 175 46 129 62% (2015, 2nd sem)

B A (M) 2015 32 29 20 9 Exam. not yet held

B A (G) 2015 187 176 152 34 Exam. Not yet held

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27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States Abroad B.A 95% 5% Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state Does not arise competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2012: 33/3% 2013: 40% 2014: 86% 2015: 75% PG to M.Phil. NA PG to Ph.D. NA Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral NA Employed NA  Campus selection NA  Other than campus recruitment Appointed as TET teacher- 2 2Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library 150 books 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 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special Nil lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Home assignment,

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Interactive method, Group discussion 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) NSS- 9, NCC- 11 and Extension activities 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans SWOC analysis

Strength:

 Dedicated and qualified teachers.  Good enrolment.  Co- ordial relation between the teacher and students.  Co- operation among the faculty members.  Computer and library facility both for the staff and the students.  Satisfactory results in last two sessions.

Weakness:

 Lack of separate class room for the dept.  Lack of internet facility in the department.  Shortage of teachers.  Insufficient fund for purchasing books. Opportunities:

 To open a course on Philosophy and Social values and Comparative Studies on Religions Challenges:

 To reduce drop out of students.

Future Plans of the department:  The department has planned to publish a journal.  To organise lecture on social perspective.  To organise workshop in philosophy.

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 To organise national seminar.  Two faculty members planned to publish text books.  To start MRP under UGC.

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Department : Political Science

DEPARTMENT: POLITICAL SCIENCE

1. Name of the department POLITICAL SCIENCE 2. Year of Establishment 1961 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Nil departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, Nil foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors 1 1 Asst. Professors 3 3 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Ph.D. Years Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization of guided for Experience the last 4

years Basir Ahmed MA Associate Public 30 Nil Professor Administration Sudarshan Roy M. A. SLET. Assistant Public 19 Nil

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Professor Administration Rezibul Alom M.A. Ph. D Assistant International 13 Nil Professor Law Gautam Ch M. A.NET. Assistant Human Rights 5 Nil Roy Professor and South Asia Parvin Sultana M.A. M. Phil Assistant Indian Politics 0.6 Nil (against FIP) Professor 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes Nil handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 154:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ Ph. D: 01 MPhil / PG. PG: 03 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National Nil b) International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, Nil ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  Publication per faculty 5  Number of papers published in peer reviewed 13 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 Nil

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Department : Political Science

 Chapter in Books 6  Books Edited Nil  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of Nil publishers  Citation Index NA  SNIP NA  SJR NA  Impact factor 0.9  h-index NA Publication of individual faculty • Publication in Peer reviewed journal A. Sudarshan Roy 1. S.Roy, 2013. Mega Dam and Politics in Assam. Voice. 4. 68- . National. 22309934.

B. Rezibul Alom 1. R.Alom, 2012. Assamese and Freedom Struggle. Platinum.2.3. ISSN 2231-0096. 2. R.Alom, 2014. Bharatiya Jatiya Congress, shwadhinata Sangram aru Jawaharlal Nehru. The Chronicle. 2.1. ISSN 2347-2162. 3. R.Alom, 2014. Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi: Architect of Modern Assam. The Chronicle. 2.3&4. ISSN 2347-2162. 4. R.Alom, 2015. Indian Independence Movement and Assamese Litteratuer: A Study. The Chronicle. 3.1&2. ISSN 2347-2162. 5. R.Alom, 2015.Participation of muslim Minorities in Assam Cabinet: A Study since Independence of India. The Chronicle. 3. 3&4. ISSN 2347-2162.

B. Gautam Chandra Roy 1. G.C.Roy, 2015. Emerging Identity Consciousness among the Rajbanshis of Eastern Nepal: A Few Observations, The Clarion, Volume 4 Number 1, Page No. 108-112, ISSN: 2277-16 97, Impact factor: 0.9. 2. P.Bora,G.C.Roy. 2012. Thinking Beyond Territory and the Issues of Accommodation: Is Supra-Territorial Parliament a Possibility? Changing Paradigm

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of Democracy, Journal of Political Science, Deptt. of Political Science, GU, Vol. 7, 204-214, ISSN: 2249-4170. • Publication in books/edited books/chapter 1. G.C.Roy, A. Sarmah, S.Konwer, (Ed.),Frontier States: Essays on Democracy, Society and Security in North East India, The Koch-Rajbongshis in Assam: Search for the Schedule Tribe Status - A Critical Evaluation, DVS Publishes, Guwahati, 2015, Chapter VIII, Page No. 126-135, ISBN: 978-8186307-94-6. 2. P.Bora,G.C.Roy, A. Sarmah, (Ed.), Democracy and Diversity in North East India, Supra-Territorial Parliament and the Issues of Accommodation: An Answer to the Ethnic Diversity of Ethnic Diversity of North East India, DVS Publishers, Guwahati, 2014, Part V, Page No. 219-233, ISBN. 978-81-86307-78-6. 1. G.C. Roy, S. Barman, (Ed.), Assam: Society Culture History, Discovering Self: The Dynamics of Koch-Rajbanshi Identity, Assam College Teachers‟ Association, Guwahati, 2013, Chapter -12, Page No. 159-169, ISBN: 978-81-920635-4-6.

• Publications in Conference/Seminar Proceeding 1. G.C.Roy, P Bora, From Ruler to Ruled: The Changing Koch-Rajbanshi Identity Imbroglio; Ethnicity, Identity and Literature, Department of English, Sibsagar College, Assam, in collaboration with IDOL, GU; OKDISCD, Guwahati and Royal Group of Institutions, Guwahati, Assam, 2012, Page No. 676-680.

C. Parvin Sultana

 Publication in Peer reviewed journal 1. S. Parvin, 2013, Urbanisation and Exclusion: The Case of Indian Cities, Urban Panorama, ISSN –0975-8534 (A Journal of Urban and Environmental Studies, Lucknow) VOLUME XII, 89-97. 2. S. Parvin, 2013, Tracing Masculinity: From Assam Movement to ULFA, The Chronicle, ISSN- 2347-2162 Vol-1, Issue-1, 20-25. 3. S. Parvin, 2013, Essentialising the Other: Representing Muslims in media post 9/11, Indian Journal of Media Studies, Vol VII, No I and II, ISSN No 2229-7235, 63-71.

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4. S. Parvin, 2014, Muslim Personal Law and the Status of Women in India, The Chronicle, Vol 2 No 1, 27-32. 5. S. Parvin, 2014, Indigenizing Shakespeare: A study of Maqbool and Omkara, Singularities, Vol 1 Issue 2, 49-55, ISSN 2348-3369. 6. S. Parvin, 2014, Body and Terror: Women‟s Bodies as Victims and Perpetrators of Terrorism, Sanglap: Journal of Literary and Cultural Inquiry, Vol 1 No 1, ISSN 2349-8064. 7. S. Parvin, 2015, Dhubrir Char Anchale Sthanchyuti : Ekti Lingovittik Mullayon , Ninth Column, ISSN 2229-6778, 166-175. 8. S. Parvin, 2013, Nakedness and Resistance: Understanding Naked Protests of Women, Meridian Critic Vol 20, No 1, ISSN 2069-6787, 31-43. 9. S. Parvin, 2014, Situating Muslim Women, Salaam, Vol 35, No 3, July, ISSN 0970-5384, 95-103. 10. S. Parvin, 2015, Displacement and Dispossession on the Banks of Brahmaputra: A Gendered Reading, Modern Research Studies Vol 2 Issue 2 (June 2015), ISSN 2349-2147, 216-226. 11. S. Parvin, 2014, An Identity called Bangladeshi: Internal Displacement vis-à-vis Illegal Migration in South Asia (A study of Assam), The Chronicle Vol 2 Issue 3 and 4, Sept and Dec 2014, ISSN 2347-2162, 01-06.

• Publication in books/edited books/chapter Parvin Sultana 1. Mete, Jayanta and Ajit Mondal, Right to Education: The Way Forward, Educating India and the Right to Education:Issues and Challenges, APH Publishing Corporation, New Delhi, 2014, Chapter 19, (165-173, ISBN 978-93-313-2282-1) 2. Misra, Roli, Rethinking Gender, Baring Bodies: Resistance through Resignification, Rawat Publications, Jaipur, 2014, Chapter 15, 240-252, (ISBN no 978-81-316- 0610-0) 3. Awasthi, Deepa, Eve Teasing: A Social Epidemic, Eve Teasing and Patriarchy: A Menace of Indian Society, Kalpaz Publications, New Delhi, 2015, Chapter 4, 62-69, (ISBN 978-93-5128-142-9) 4. Wrote a reference book for Political Science for Class 12 under State Board along

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with Rafique Zaman and Manash Pratim Barua with the ISBN 978-93-82384-78-6. 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees Nil b) International Committees Nil c) Editorial Boards 1 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects Nil including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in Nil 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 Nil department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National Nil b) International Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selec- Enrolment Pass % course received ted M F

BA Ist Sem 2011 67 58 40 18 96(2014, 6th sem) (M)

BA Ist Sem (G) 133 113 70 43 88(2013, 4th sem)

65 65 45 20 86(2014, 6th sem)

BA Ist Sem 2012 49 42 29 13 100(2015, 6th sem) (M)

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BA Ist Sem (G) 158 158 111 47 78 (2014, 4th sem)

70 70 49 21 84(2015, 6th sem)

BA Ist Sem 2013 30 30 20 10 96(2015, 4th sem) (M)

BA Ist sem (G) 274 258 174 84 88(2015, 4th sem)

BA Ist Sem 2014 40 40 31 9 92(2015, 2nd sem) (M)

BA Ist sem (G) 297 274 208 66 78(2015, 2nd sem)

BA Ist sem (M) 65 57 42 15

2015 Result not yet BA Ist sem (G) 269 246 175 71 announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States abroad UG 100% Nil Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state Not applicable competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2012: 58% 2013:33% 2014: 45% 2015: 57% PG to M.Phil. N A PG to Ph.D. N A Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral NA

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Employed  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment Nil Entrepreneurship/Self-employment Nil 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Yes. 150 books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Not available c) Class rooms with ICT facility 02 d) Laboratories N A 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from 25 college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / None workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Interactive classes, Home Assignment, and Seminar presentations. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Yes through NSS Extension activities 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

SWOC analysis Strengths:  Good faculty members.  Good working relationship among the teachers as well as among the teachers and students. Weaknesses:  Drop out rate is high.  ICT facility is not upto the mark.  Not enough books in departmental library.  Low economic background of the students.  Female enrolment is low.

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Opportunities:  Provide guidance in cracking entrance exams and other exams for jobs.  Use audio-visual medium for teaching.  Encourage participation in social activities in nearby areas.  Provide career guidance at the departmental level.  Undertake academic trips to places like state assembly.  Encourage departmental activities like seminars. Challenges:  Higher dropout rates.  Mushrooming of private institutions.  Disruption of classes due to political agitations.

Future Plan of the department:  Will initiate research related projects.  Will work towards starting Post graduate classes.  Will organise academic tours to nearby places.  Will inculcate interest of students in the socio cultural history of Dhubri district.  Will give extra guidance to students appearing for masters entrances in different universities.

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Department : Sanskrit

DEPARTMENT: SANSKRIT

1. Name of the department Sanskrit 2. Year of Establishment 1946 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the NIL departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester System wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments H. O. D., Dr. Mausumi Bhattacharjee has been discharging her duties as a faculty in the PG course offered by the Assamese Department of B. N. College. 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, Nil industries, foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with NA reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors Nil Nil Asst. Professors 03 02 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Ph.D. Years Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization of guided for Experience the last 4

years Dr.MausumiB Ph. D Assistant. KAVYA 15 yrs 3 hattacharjee Professor & (Group- A) months NIL H. O. D

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Dr.ChandraSh Ph. D Assistant. PHILOSOPHY 2 yrs NIL ekharUpadhya Professor (Group- C) ya 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty Sri Atul Chandra Sarma, Ex. H. O. D. served as temporary faculty from 27th August to 21 November, 2012. Percentage of lectures delivered by him is 42 % (per month) . 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) B. A. Ist Semester (MAJOR) : 3:1 B. A. Ist Semester (GENERAL) : 1.3:1 B. A. 3rd Semester (MAJOR) : 1.3:1 B. A. 3rd Semester (GENERAL) : 1.7:1 B. A. 5th Semester (MAJOR) : 2.3:1 B. A. 5th Semester (GENERAL) : 0.3:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and NIL administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ Ph.D.: 02 MPhil / PG. 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National Nil b) International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, Nil ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  Publication per faculty 07

 Number of papers published in peer reviewed Faculty: 04 journals (national /international) by faculty and Students: Nil students  Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Nil Humanities International Complete, Dare Database -

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International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil  Chapter in Books 02  Books Edited Nil  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of Nil publishers  Citation Index Nil

 SNIP Nil

 SJR Nil

 Impact factor Nil

 h-index Nil

Publication of individual faculty (I)Name of the faculty (h-index) • Publications in Conference/Seminar Proceeding

 Bhattacharjee, Mausumi. 2014, Spiritualistic Perception of the Environment as reflected in the Mahabharata: Its Relevance in the Modern World, Education Rays (International Multidisciplinary Quarterly Research Journal), 03, 124-127.  Bhattacharjee, Mausumi. 2015, Perception of Karma as reflected in Kalidasa‟s Meghadutam: Its Significance, Shodh Drishti (International Refereed Research Journal), 06, 115-120  Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar. 2014, The Concept of Ultimate Reality in Svetasvatara Upanisad, Education Rays (International Multidisciplinary Quarterly Research Journal), 03, 82-85.  Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar. 2015,Role of the Upanisads for establishing Social harmony: A study in the present perspective, Shodh Drishti (International Refereed Research Journal), 03, 127-130. Publications of Dr. Mausumi Bhattacharjee other than peer reviewed journal Bhattacharjee, Mausumi. 2015, Education of Women in the vision of Swami

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Vivekananda: Its Relevance, Voice (National Research Journal), 05, 66-71. ISSN 2230-9934. Publications of Dr.Chandra Shekhar Upadhyaya other than peer reviewed journal  Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar. 2011, The teaching of the Upanisads, Vagisvari (National), 06, 117-121. ISSN/ISBN No- 0976-559x.  Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar. 2011-2012, Samkhya Darsanasyopatti Bikasascha: Ekom Samiksanam, Prachidvani (National), 08, 34-37. ISSN/ISBN No- 2249-7439.  Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar. 2012, The essence of the Kathopanisad: A Review, Prachidvani (National), 09, 66-69. ISSN/ISBN No- 2249-7439.  Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar. 2012, Taittiriya Upanisadic perspective on Self, Vagisvari (National), 07, 91-94, ISSN/ISBN No- 0976-559x.  Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar. 2013, Mohamudgara: Its Message To Human Beings With Special Reference to Srimad Bhagavadgita, Vagisvari (National), 08, 74-75, ISSN/ISBN No- 0976-559x. Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar. 2015, The Concept of Absolute in the Chandogya Upanisad: An Analytical Study, Voice (National Research Journal), 05, 120-123, ISSN 2230-9934. • Publication in books/edited books/chapter

 Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar, Samskriti Gauravam, Humanism in Upanisads, Publication Commiittee, Silchar, 2014, Dr. Sukhamay Bhattacharya Felicitation vol., 394-397 (ISBN No-978-81-908206-9-3).  Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar, Drishtir Vyaptire Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, Dr. Bhupen Hazarikar Chintadharat Upanisadiya Mulyabodh, Chandraprakash, Guwahati, 2015, 360-365 (ISBN No- 978-93-244-0500-5).  Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar, Lohitputra, Isopanisadma Karmako Svarup evam Dikdarsan: Ek Samiksa, Purvayan publication, Guwahati, 2015, 135-139 (ISBN No- 978-81-929550-6-3). Publications in Conference/Seminar Proceeding

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 Bhattacharjee, Mausumi, Bio-diversity and Sustainable Development with special reference to the Mahabharata, Biological Diversity & Environment, Bholanath College, Dhubri in Collaboration with Assam College Teachers‟ Association, 2012, 117-128.  Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar, Prof. Rajendra Nath Sarma‟s Contribution to Indian Philosophy, Contribution of North East States to Sanskrit Literature, Rastriya Sanskrit Sansthan, 2011, 324-329.  Upadhyaya, Chandra Shekhar, Nepali Sanskritima Gothdhup- Ek Samiksa, International Nepali Conference, Antahrastriya Nepali Sanskriti Sangosthi, 2015, 265-268.

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees Nil b) International Committees Nil c) Editorial Boards Dr.MausumiBhattacharjee was a member in the Editorial Committee of the Souvenir of Ist Annual Zonal Conference of ACTA, Dhubri Zone, 2013. 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects Nil including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in Nil 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 1.Prof. Sujata Purkayastha, Ex. H.O. D., Sanskrit, G. U., 2.Prof. Srutidhara Chakravarty, Reader, Deptt. of Sanskrit, G. U. 3.Prof. Manjula Devi. Deptt. of Sanskrit, G. U 4. Prof.Srutidhara Chakravarty, Deptt. of Sanskrit, G. U. 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source

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of funding a) National Nil b) International Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selec- Enrolment Pass % course received ted M F

BA(M) 2011 06 05 04 01 60(2014, 6thsem)

BA(G) 07 07 05 02 42.9 (2013, 4thsem)

66.7 (2014, 6thsem)

BA(M) 2012 05 04 01 03 75(2015, 6thsem)

BA(G) 09 08 03 05 50(2014, 4thsem)

Enrolment-02 Pass-01 50(2015, 6thsem)

BA Ist Sem 2013 09 08 04 04 50(2015, 4thsem) (M)

BA Ist sem (G) 05 05 02 03 80(2015, 4thsem)

BA Ist Sem 2014 05 04 02 02 50 (2015, 2ndsem) (M)

BA Ist sem (G) 66.7(2015, 2ndsem)

BA Ist sem (M) 2015 09 09 09 Result not yet announced

27. Diversity of Students

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Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States Abroad B. A. 100% 0 0 28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, NA Civil services, Defence services, etc.? 29. Student progression Student progression UG-PG Year Name of the Date of University Against % students Admission enrolled 2012 Deepak Roy 30th July Gauhati Enrolled= 04 University 75% Devi Barman 30th July Gauhati

University Pankaj Sarma 30th July Gauhati University 2013 Chandan Kr. Roy 30th July Gauhati Enrolled= 08 University 12.5% Shibsan- kar 12th August Gauhati Enrolled= 04 2015 Barman University 25% Sonmaina Rani Devi 12th August Assamese Deptt. Enrolled= 06 2015 (SANS-GEN) B. N. College, 16.7% Dhubri PG to M.Phil. Nil PG to Ph.D. Nil Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment Pankaj Sarma has been serving in No. 1382 RangamatiPahar L. P. School since 2013 and Devi Barman has been appointed as a teacher in the Sankar Dev SisuNiketan in Panbari.

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Entrepreneurship/Self-employment Nil 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library One Departmental library containing 105 No. of books. b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students, Internet facility is not available in the Deptt. It is available in the central library and UGC Resoure Network Centre. c) Class rooms with ICT facility Nil d) Laboratories N/A 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from 06 college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special Nil lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts 3. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Normal classroom teaching methods. To improve students‟ learning, study materials havebeen supplied. Home assignments are given to students for their self learning. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities- H. O. D, Dr. Mausumi Bhattacharjee is a member of the Women cell, B. N. College Teachers‟ Association and Dr. Chandra Shekhar Upadhyaya, Asstt. Prof. of this department is the Care Taker Officer of the N.C.C unit of this College. 35 SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

SWOC analysis Strength:  Well-versed and caring teachers.  Manageable student strength.  Institutional Support.  Suitable infrastructure of the department.  Cooperation among the staff of the department.  Good student-teacher relationship.

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Weakness:  Shortage of teacher  Poor student enrolment.  Poor academic and economic background of the students.  Departmental library facility is to be strengthened.  Non-availability of internet facility in the departmental desktop. Opportunity:  More and more Practice of Yoga and Ayurveda may open up a new avenue to the students of Sanskrit.  Sanskrit learning helps in interdisciplinary research activities. Challenges:  Students‟ poor knowledge of Sanskrit at the Secondary level.  Employment opportunity after learning Sanskrit is not so attractive.  Poor Economic background of the students restricts students‟ progression.

Future-plan of the Department:  To strengthen the departmental library.  To open up PG classes.  To undertake more and more research activities.  To organise departmental seminars, workshops, Sanskrit Divas and other programmes for popularising Sanskrit, etc.  Spoken Sanskrit courses to be introduced for the students.

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Evaluative Report of the Departments

SCIENCE STREAM

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Department : Biotechnology

DEPARTMENT: BIOTECHNOLOGY

1. Name of the department BIOTECHNOLOGY 2. Year of Establishment 2007 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Nil departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, Nil industries, foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned* Filled Professors Associate Professors Asst. Professors 2 * All the teaching staffs are sanctioned by Governing body of the college. 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Ph.D. Years Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization of guided for Experience the last 4

years Shahi Rizbi M.Sc Astt. Biotechnology 1 N/A (SLET) Professor Arjina Parbin M.Sc Astt. Biotechnology Sarkar Professor 1 N/A

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11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes N/A handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 26:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ PG: 02 Ph.D/ MPhil / PG. 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants Nil received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, Nil DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  Publication per faculty Nil

 Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national /international) by faculty and Nil students  Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database Nil - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil

 Chapter in Books Nil

 Books Edited Nil

 Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of Nil publishers

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 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 Nil

b) International Committees Nil

c) Editorial Boards Nil

22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house Nil projects including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research Nil laboratories/Industry /other agencies 23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to Nil the department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the Nil source of funding a) National Nil

b) International Nil

26. Student profile programme/course wise

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Name of the Year Applicati Selected Enrolment Pass % course on received M F

BSc 1st Sem ______(2014, 6th sem) (M) 2011 BSc 1st Sem (G) 10 06 04 20 (2013, 4th sem) 12 (2014, 6th sem)

BSc 1st Sem (M) ______(2015, 6th sem)

2012 BSc 1st Sem (G) ______(2014, 4th sem) 14 12 06 06 25 (2015, 6th sem)

BSc 1st Sem (M) ______(2015, 4th sem)

2013 BSc 1st Sem (G) 25 21 15 06 33 (2015, 4th sem)

BSc 1st Sem (M) ______(2015, 2nd sem)

2014 BSc 1st Sem (G) 35 34 18 16 (2015, 2nd sem)

BSc 1st Sem (G) 2015 60 55 30 25 Result not yet announced

27. Diversity of Students

Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States Abroad

B.Sc 96 4 0 28. How many students have cleared national and state Nil

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competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? 29. 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  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment Nil Entrepreneurship/Self-employment Nil 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Nil

b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Nil

c) Class rooms with ICT facility d) Laboratories 01 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from 08 college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts Nil 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning ICT, Library work 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) Participation in and Extension activities extension activities like NCC etc. 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

SWOC analysis Strength:  A good number of students

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 Optimum infrastructure Weakness:  Process of teaching-learning needs to be strengthened.  Improvement of Laboratory infrastructure and equipment.  Improvement of classroom infrastructure.  Participation in the research works by the faculties have to be improved.

Opportunities:  Establishment of the departmental library  Introduction of B.Sc Biotechnology. Challenges:  To curb the brain drain

Future plan of the department:

 Opening of PG courses  Construction of well-equipped laboratories for the PG and UG courses  Taking measures to increase the frequency of departmental seminars and workshop.  Introduction of e-Book facility  Arranging need-based remedial classes for the slow learners.  Adopting suitable means for the disposal of lab-waste and microorganism in an environmental safety way.  Implementation of proper scientific training to the lab-bearer.  Introduction of plant tissue culture lab for cultivating economically important plant which could be commercialized.

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Department : Botany

DEPARTMENT: BOTANY

1. Name of the department BOTANY 2. Year of Establishment 1962 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Bio-technology departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, Nil industries, foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Designation Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate 02 02 Professors Assistant 04 04 Professors 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Years Ph.D. Qualifi- Specializa- of Students Name Designation cation tion Experien guided for ce the last 4 years i. Mr Prabin Kumar M.Sc. Associate Genetics 28 Nil Sarma Professor

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ii. Dr Nabami M.Sc., Associate Plant Basumatary Ph. D professor Physiology 18 Nil and Bio- chemistry iii. Dr Piyush Kumar M.Sc., Ph. Assistant Applied Mishra D Professor Botany and 16 Nil Bio- Technology iv. Mrs Ajima Begum M.Sc., Assistant Angiosperm 2.8 Nil M.Phil. Professor Taxonomy v. Dr Rajib Kagyung M. Sc., Assistant Angiosperm 02 Nil Ph. D. Professor Taxonomy vi. Dr Ratul Nath M. Sc., Assistant Microbiology 02 Nil Ph. D. Professor 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled Nil (programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 1:25 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./ D.Litt./ Ph. D/ Ph. D: 04 M. Phil. / PG. M. Phil: 01 PG: 01 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) National level: 01 International funding agencies and grants received International level: 01 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, UGC: Rs. 1,20,000 ICSSR, etc. and total grants received ASTEC, Guwahati, Assam: Rs. 90,000 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications

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 Publication per faculty 3.67  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals 18 (national /international) by faculty and students  Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities 18 International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil  Chapter in Books 01  Books Edited 01  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of

publishers  Citation Index  SNIP  SJR  Impact factor  h-index Publication of individual faculty List of publications in last five years

A. Publications of Nabami Basumatary

1. N. Basumatary, Raju Das, RK Bora and CM Sarma (2010). Orchid diversity in Manas Biosphere Reserve. J. Adv. Plant Sci. Vol. 5(1&2): 78- 85. (ISSN:0971- 9350) 2. RK Bora, N. Basumatary,C.M. Sarma (2010). A note on additions to the Orchid Flora of Assam. Phytotaxonomy. Vol. 10: 1-4.( ISSN:0972-4206) 3. Raju Das, N Basumatary,R.K. Bora (2010). Cephalantheropsis longipes (Hook f.) Ormerod (Orchidaceae), Addition to the Orchid Flora of Assam. J. Adv. Plant Sci. Vol. 5(1&2): 121- 123. (ISSN:0971-9350). 4. N. Basumatary, R Das, R K Bora and C M Sarma (2011). Assessment of major

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threats to orchid diversity in Chirang, Rajapara and Nambor reserve forests of Assam" In: Proceedings of National Seminar on Plant Resource Management and Conservation Strategies in NE Region. pp. 436-443. 5. N. Basumatary,C.M. Sarma (2013). In vitro propagation of Phaius tankervilliae (Aiton) Bl”. Journal of Advanced Plant Science. Vol 6 (3&4). 64-69 (ISSN:0971-9350).

A. Publications of Piyush Kumar Mishra

1. P.K. Mishra, S. Sarma (2010). Allelopathic effects of saponin extracted from Alternanthera philoxeroides on seedling growth of deep water paddy. Asian Journal of Microbiology Biotechnology and Environmental Sciences. 12(2). 433- 438. (ISSN: 0972-3005) 2. P.K. Mishra (2010). Evaluation of allelopathic potential of alligator weed. Annals of Plant Physiology. 24(2). 151-155. (ISSN:0970-9924) 3. M.K. Ray,P.K. Mishra (2012). Screening and identification of microflora in outdoor and indoor environment of B.N. College, Dhubri, Assam. Annals of Plant Physiology. 26(1), 35-39. (ISSN:0970-9924) 4. M.K. Ray,P.K. Mishra (2012). Effect of antibiotics on the growth of Bacillus sps. isolated from air. Annals of Plant Physiology. 26(2), 66-68. (ISSN:0970- 9924) 5. M.K. Ray,P.K. Mishra (2014). A preliminary study of fungi on Panipuri sold in different areas of Dhubri town, Assam, Trends in Biosciences. 7(11), 991-993. (ISSN: 0974-8; (NAAS rating: 2.7) 6. M.K. Ray,P.K. Mishra (2014). Isolation and comparative study of phylloplane mycoflora of Muga host plants Som and Sualu from Goalpara District of Assam, Int. J. Pure App. Biosci. 2(6), 78-83. (ISSN: 2320-7051; IF: 2.636) 7. M.K. Ray,P.K. Mishra (2015). Seasonal variation of air mycoflora over Som plantation at Goalpara district of Assam during various Muga crop seasons, Int. J. Pure App. Biosci.3(2), 128-132. (ISSN: 2320-7051; IF: 2.636). 8. M.K. Ray,P.K. Mishra (2014). Study of phylloplane mycoflora of Muga host plant and Som (Persea bombycina) from Goalpara district, Assam. In

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proceeding: National seminar on recent trends of Research in Science and Technology, 59th Annual Technical Session of Assam Science Society. B. Publications of Rajib Kagyung

1. R. Kagyung, P.R. Gajurel, P. Rethy and B. Singh (2010). Ethnomedicinal Plants used for gastro-intestinal diseases by Adi Tribe of Dehang-Debang Biosphere Reserve of Arunachal Pradesh, Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge. 9 (3) 496-501. (ISSN: 0972-5938. EISSN: 0975-1068) 2. P. Rethy, B. Singh, R. Kagyung P. R. Gajurel (2010). Ethnobotanical studies of Dehang-Debang Biosphere Reserve of Arunachal Pradesh with special reference to Memba tribe. Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge. 9(1) 61-67. (ISSN: 0972-5938.EISSN: 0975-1068) 3. R. Kagyung (2010): Phytography (How to describe an Angiospermic plant) in Nath S. K. (2010) (Ed) Proceedings of UGC sponsored National Workshop: Field work in Environmental studies held at Dhing College, Dhing-782123, Nagaon (Assam). Pp 59-62.

C. Publications of Ratul Nath

1. R. Nath,R. Samanta (2012). Soil pH, microbial population, nitrate reductase and alkaline phosphatase activities of different environment of Dibrugarh district, Assam. Advances in Applied Science Research, 2012, 3 (3):1772-1775. 2. R. Nath, G. D. Sharma and M. Barooah (2012). Efficiency of Tricalcium Phosphate Solubilization by Two Different Endophytic Penicillium sp. Isolated from Tea (Camellia sinensis L.). European Journal of Experimental Biology, 2 (4):1354-1358. 3. R. Nath, G. D. Sharma, M. Barooah (2013). Screening of endophytic bacterial isolates of tea (Camellia sinensisL.) roots for their multiple plant growth promoting activities. International journal of Agriculture Environment and Biotechnology. 6(2): 211-215. 4. R. Nath, Swarna Devi, Ananda Nath, G.D. Sharma, Madhumita Barooah (2011). A Few Common Traditional Phytotherapies among Nath (Yogi) Community of Majuli Island. International journal of pure and applied bioscience. 2 (3):

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(2014) 5. R. Nath, G. D. Sharma,M. Barooah (2014). Plant growth promoting endophytic fungi isolated from tea (Camellia sinensis) shrubs of Assam, India. Applied Ecology and Environmental Research. 13(3): 877-891.) 6. R. Nath, G. D. Sharma and M. Barooah (2014). Endophytic Bacillus spp. of Camellia sinensis (L.) and their plant growth promoting activities. Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology. (accepted)

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees ISPP, TOSI, BSA, ASS b) International Committees Nil c) Editorial Boards Nil 22. Student projects NA 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 Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department Sl. No. Name of the visitor Designation Address 1 Dr Shahajudin Ahmed Scientist D DBT, Govt. of India, New Delhi 2 Dr Jatin Sarmah HoD, Biotechnology & Bodoland University Dean, Faculty of Sciences Kokrajhar (BTAD) Assam

25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding Level of seminars Funding agency a) National Nil

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b) International Nil C) State level Assam Science Technology and Environmental Council, Guwahati, Assam 26. Student profile programme/ course wise

Name of the course Year Application Selected Enrolment Pass % received M F

B.Sc. 1st Sem (M) 2011 40 25 15 10 16 (2014, 6th sem)

B.Sc. 1st Sem (G) 50 37 25 12 24 (2013, 4th sem)

08 03 03 08 (2014, 6th sem)

B.Sc. 1st Sem (M) 2012 50 26 17 09 21 (2015, 6th sem)

B.Sc. 1st Sem (G) 60 33 23 10 28 (2014, 4th sem)

07 06 01 06 (2015, 6th sem)

B.Sc. 1st Sem (M) 2013 50 25 16 09 18 (2015, 4th sem)

B.Sc. 1st sem (G) 90 72 57 15 49 (2015, 4th sem)

B.Sc. 1st Sem (M) 2014 63 24 09 15 23 (2015, 2nd sem)

B.Sc. 1st sem (G) 120 94 59 35 72 (2015, 2nd sem)

B.Sc. 1st Sem (M) 2015 70 26 09 17 Result not yet announced

B.Sc. 1st sem (G) 180 134 89 45 Result not yet announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States abroad B.Sc. 98% 02% Nil

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28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Nil Civil services, Defence services, etc.? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2012 : 9.52 2013 : 1.67 2014 : 20.0 2015 : 38.89 PG to M.Phil. Nil PG to Ph.D. 01 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment 2012:05 2013:08 2014:08 2015:06

Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library One small departmental library with 200 books. b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Nil c) Class rooms with ICT facility Nil d) Laboratories 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from 55 college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts For the enrichment of the students following initiatives has been taken  One state level day long sensitisation programme on “Biodiversity and climate

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change” has been organised by the department of Botany in which two resource persons Dr R.K. Bora, Associate Professor, Deptt. of Botany, Pragjyotish College, Guawahati and Mr. N.N Das, Retd Head & Associate Professor, Deptt. of Botany, B.N College, Dhubri & Present Principal, Dhubri College of Arts & Science, Dhubri delivered their lectures on Biodiversity and climate change.

 Invited lecture programme on Nanotechnology in personalised medicines by Dr Jatin Sarmah, HoD, Biotechnology & Dean, Faculty of Sciences, Bodoland University, BTAD, Kokrajhar, Assam. 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning  Use of smart board for creating attractive interaction and better presentation  Organising departmental seminars amongst the students to strengthen their knowledge base.  Deliberation of motivational lectures in order to motivate the students.  Home assignments for learning by doing  Class tests and mock viva to face practical viva and other interviews  Creative writing for Wall magazine, College magazines etc.  Report writing. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities

The faculty members have taken active part in various Institutional Social Responsibility and Extension activities such as Environmental awareness, Cleanliness e.g. MANASA, students counselling and mentoring on career, Drug abuse, Exam-phobia, Gender discrimination specially for girls, Anaemia detection camp for girl students, Plantation programme, outreach programmes conducted at schools located at rural and urban areas around Dhubri. 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

Strength:  Qualified and experienced faculty members  Adequate student strength

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 Laboratory with basic infrastructure  Departmental library

Weakness:  Poor infrastructure  Located in remote and border area  Up-gradation of laboratory with advanced instruments is required  Lack of classrooms with ICT facility  Construction work is on the in the way in our existing Botanical Garden and hence there is a need to establish a new Botanical Garden along with the Green House for the greater interest of the department.  Botany laboratory is not yet recognised by the Gauhati University for P.G. & Ph.D.

Opportunities:  P.G. Course in Botany followed by Ph. D. programme can be started subjected to the recognition of Botany laboratory.  Vocational, Diploma and certificate courses on Forestry, Floriculture and Herbal Sciences etc. can be started.

Challenges:  Brain drain  Drop out  The college is surrounded by a number of private institutions.

Future plan of the department  P.G. course: P.G. course in Botany is being planned to be started within the time frame of 5 years for creating better academic opportunities for students of this socioeconomically backward and remote region situated near the border of Bangladesh.  Establishment of research laboratory: We are also committed to set up a well-

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equipped laboratory for the PG students and for conducting research activities in various fields of Botany and allied sciences. This will also help UG students for their projects work.  Collaborative research works with other institutes: After the establishment of PG course and research laboratory, collaborative research works in the various interdisciplinary field will be undertaken.

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DEPARTMENT: CHEMISTRY

1. Name of the department CHEMISTRY 2. Year of Establishment 1962 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Nil departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, Nil foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Associate Professors 4 4 Asst. Professors 2 1 *One Assistant Professor is working on contractual basis 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Years Ph.D. of Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization Exper- guided for ience the last 4 years Abdul Aziz MSc Associate Organic Chemistry 28 Nil Mondol Professor Shahidul Islam MSc Associate Physical 22 Nil Professor Chemistry Dhruba MSc, PhD Associate Physical Chakrabortty Professor Chemistry (Joined as 22 Nil Principal on 01.11.2014)

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Mousumi Das MSc, PhD Associate Inorganic 17 Nil Professor Chemistry Susmita Sen MSc, PhD Associate Inorganic 17 Nil Gupta Professor Chemistry Murshida MSc, PhD Assistant - 8 Nil Karim Professor Ruhul Amin MSc, PhD Assistant Physical 1 Nil Bepari Professor Chemistry 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes Lectures: 17 %, handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty Practical: 11 % 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 80:1

14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ PhD: 4 MPhil / PG. PG: 2 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National National: 01 b) International funding agencies and grants received Grants received: Rs. 11,65,000 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, DST ICSSR, etc. and total grants received Grants received: Rs. 11,65,000 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University The research laboratory of Chemistry department is recognized by the affiliating university (GU) 19. Publications  Publication per faculty 3.57

 Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals 25 (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 Nil

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 Chapter in Books 02  Books Edited Nil  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of 02 publishers  Citation Index 01-86  SNIP 1.270-3.914  SJR 0.799-2.534  Impact factor 0.580-8.636  h-index ― Publication of individual faculty

Publication of Dhruba Chakrabortty  Publication in Peer reviewed journal: 07 1. D. Chakrabortty, J.N. Ganguli, C.V.V. Satyanarayana, 2011, Incorporation of zirconium in medium-pore aluminophosphate molecular sieves with AFO framework, Microporous and Mesoporous Materials, 137, 65–71 (Impact Factor: 3.453). 2. D. Chakrabortty, S. Sen Gupta, 2013, Photo-catalytic decolourisation of toxic dye with N-doped titania: a case study with Acid Blue 25, Journal of Environmental Science, 25, 1034–1043 (Impact Factor: 1.922, Citation Index: 5). 3. D. Chakrabortty, S. Sen Gupta, 2014, Decolourization of Metanil Yellow by

visible light photocatalysis with N-doped TiO2 nanoparticles: influence of system parameters and kinetic study, Desalination and Water Treatment, 52, 5528-5540 (Impact factor: 0.987). 4. H. Sarma, D. Chakrabortty, K.C. Sarma, 2014, Structural and optical properties of ZnO nano particles, IOSR Journal of Applied Physics, 6, 8-12 (Impact factor: 1.119). 5. H. Sarma, D. Chakrabortty, K. C. Sarma, Optical and structural properties of ZnO thin films fabricated by SILAR method, Int. J. Innovative Res in Sci. Eng. Technol, 2014, 3(10) (Impact factor: 0.998). 6. H. Sarma, D. Chakrabortty, K.C. Sarma, 2015, Structural characterization of cadmium oxide nanoparticles by means of x-ray line profile analysis, Journal of Basic and Applied Engineering Research (JBAER), 2, 1773-1780. 7. D. Chakrabortty, S. Sen Gupta, 2015, Removal of Orange II dye from aqueous solution by adsorption and photodegradation with visible light in presence of nitrogen doped titania nanocatalyst, Indian Journal of Chemical Technology, 22, 34-41 (Impact Factor: 0.580).

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Publication in books/edited books/chapter: 01 • D. Chakrabortty, Studies on Microporous Aluminophosphate Molecular Sieves with AEL and AFO Framework, LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, Germany, 2013, ISBN: 978-3-659-33929-5.

Publication of Susmita Sen Gupta • Publication in Peer reviewed journal: 13 1. S. Sen Gupta, K. G. Bhattacharyya, 2011, Kinetics of adsorption of metal ions on inorganic materials: a review, Advances in Colloid and Interface Science, 162, 39– 58 (Impact factor: 8.636, Citation Index: 86). 2. K. G. Bhattacharyya, S. Sen Gupta, 2011, Removal of Cu(II) by natural and acid- activated clays: an insight of adsorption isotherm, kinetic and thermodynamics, Desalination, 272, 66–75 (Impact factor: 3.960, Citation Index: 36). 3. G. K. Sarma, S. Sen Gupta, K. G. Bhattacharyya, 2011, Methylene blue adsorption on natural and modified clays, Separation Science and Technology, 46, 1602–1614 (Impact factor: 1.160, Citation Index: 8). 4. G. K. Sarma, S. Sen Gupta, K. G. Bhattacharyya, 2011, Treatment of water contaminated with toxic anionic dye by natural and modified clays: a case study with congo red, Journal of Assam Science Society, 52 (Special Issue), 146-152. 5. S. Sen Gupta, K. G. Bhattacharyya, 2012, Adsorption of heavy metals on kaolinite and montmorillonite: a review, Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 14, 6698- 6723 (Impact factor: 4.198, Citation Index: 34). 6. S. Sen Gupta, K. G Bhattacharyya, 2012, Aqueous kaolinite suspension as the medium for phosphate removal, Adsorption Science & Technology, 30, 533-547 (Impact factor: 0.930). 7. D. Chakrabortty, S. Sen Gupta, 2013, Photo-catalytic decolourisation of toxic dye with N-doped titania: a case study with Acid Blue 25, Journal of Environmental Science, 25, 1034–1043 (Impact factor: 2.002, Citation Index: 05). 8. D. Chakrabortty, S. Sen Gupta, 2014, Decolourization of Metanil Yellow by visible

light photocatalysis with N-doped TiO2 nanoparticles: influence of system parameters and kinetic study, Desalination and Water Treatment, 52, 5528-5540 (Impact factor: 0.987). 9. S. Sen Gupta, K. G Bhattacharyya, 2014, Adsorption of metal ions by clays and inorganic solids, RSC Advance, 4, 28537–28586 (Impact factor: 3.840). 10. K. G. Bhattacharyya, S. Sen Gupta, G. K. Sarma, 2014, Interactions of the dye, Rhodamine B with kaolinite and montmorillonite in water, Applied Clay Science, 99, 7-17 (Impact factor: 2/703, Citation Index: 01). 11. G. K. Sarma, S. Sen Gupta, K. G. Bhattacharyya, 2014, Montmorillonite K10 : An effective adsorbent for removal of a toxic Reactive Mono-azo dye, Procion Red MX 5B, from water, J. Surface Sci. Technol., 30, 163-178. 12. K. G. Bhattacharyya, S. Sen Gupta, G. K. Sarma, 2015, Kinetics, equilibrium

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isotherms and thermodynamics of adsorption of Congo red onto natural and acid- treated kaolinite and montmorillonite, Desalination and Water Treatment, 53, 530- 542 (Impact factor: 0.987, Citation Index: 01 ). 13. D. Chakrabortty, S. Sen Gupta, 2015, Removal of Orange II dye from aqueous solution by adsorption and photodegradation with visible light in presence of nitrogen doped titania nanocatalyst, Indian Journal of Chemical Technology, 22, 34- 41 (Impact factor: 0.580). 14. G. K. Sarma, S. Sen Gupta, Krishna G. Bhattacharyya, Adsorption of Crystal Violet on raw and acid-treated montmorillonite, K10, in aqueous suspension, Journal of Environmental Management (accepted and in press).

• Publication in books/edited books/chapter: 03 1. S. Sen Gupta, K. G. Bhattacharyya, Natural and treated montmorillonite as scavengers of toxic metals from water, in: Application of Adsorbents for Water Pollution Control (e-book) (Ed, A. Bhatnagar), Bentham Science Publishers, Sharjah, U.A.E., 2012, Chapter 8, pp. 291-346 (ISBN: 978-1-60805-538-8). 2. S. Sen Gupta, K. G. Bhattacharyya, Interaction of Metal with Kaolinite and Montmorillonite in Aqueous Suspensions, LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, Germany, 2012 (ISBN: 978-3-659-13779-2). 3. S. Sen Gupta, K. G. Bhattacharyya, Organo-bentonite adsorbents for dyes and other organic pollutants in water, in: Bentonite Characteristics, Uses and Implications for the Environment, (Ed. A. K. Mishra), NOVA Science Publishers, Inc., New York, 2015, Chapter 3, pp. 33-90 (ISBN: 978-1-63482-187-2).

• Publications in Conference/Seminar Proceeding: 03 1. S. Sen Gupta, K. G Bhattacharyya, Removal of phosphate from water by natural and modified kaolinite,International Conference on Sustainable Water Resource Management and Treatment Technologies – Water – 2011, NEERI, Nagpur, 2011, pp. 371 – 381. 2. G. K. Sarma, S. Sen Gupta, Adsorptive accumulation of Rhodamine B dye on natural and activated kaolinite, National seminar on Biological Diversity & Environment, B N College, Dhubri, Assam, 2012, pp. 191-200. 3. G. K. Sarma, S. Sen Gupta, K. G. Bhattacharyya, Adsorptive accumulation of Rhodamine B from water onto montmorillonite: influence of acid activation, National Conference on Hydrology and Water Quality Management, Morigaon College, Morigaon, Assam, 2012, pp. 246-254.

Publication of Murshida Karim • Publication in Peer reviewed journal: 02

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1. D. Talukdar, P. Hazarika, R. P. Deka, M. Karim, J. Deka, C. Medhi, 2011, Quantum mechanical studies of structure and stability of few models of non- natural triplets, International Journal of Drug Formulation and Research, 2, 119-135 (Impact factor: 1.223). 2. B. Bezbaruah,P. Hazarika, M. Karim, R. P. Deka, C. Medhi, 2012,The Intercalation of various forms of Daunomycin within Sequences of DNA, International Journal of Drug Design and Discovery, 3, 731-738.

Publication of Ruhul Amin Bepari • Publication in Peer reviewed journal: 03

1. R. A. Bepari, P. Bharali, B. K. Das, 2014, Controlled synthesis of α- and γ-Fe2O3 nanoparticles via thermolysis of PVA gels and studies on α-Fe2O3 catalyzed styrene epoxidation, Journal of Saudi Chemical Society, In press (Impact factor: 2.52). 2. R. A. Bepari, M. Chakrabortty, S. J. Bora, B. K. Das, 2014, Synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles of variable optical band gap via precursor method, Indian Journal Chemistry, 53A, 1344-1348 (Impact factor: 0.85). 3. R. A. Bepari, B. K. Das, 2013, Synthesis of nanostructured ZnO using zinc(II) isonicotinate tetrahydrate as the precursor and studies on its photoluminescence properties, International Journal of Engineering Research and Science & Technology, 2, 120-126.

• Publications in Conference/Seminar Proceeding: 04

1. R. A. Bepari, B. K. Das, Polyvinyl alcohol assisted synthesis of α- and γ-Fe2O3 nanoparticles and their use in the epoxidation of styrene, International Conference on Green Energy and Smart Materials through Science, GU, Guwahati, 2014, pp. 113- 115. 2. R. A. Bepari, M. Chakrabortty, P. Bharali, B. K. Das, Crystallographic characterization of hematite and maghemite nanocrystals obtained from a single source molecular precursor, 42nd National Seminar on Crystallography and International Workshop on Application of X-ray Diffraction for Drug Delivery, JNU, Delhi, 2013, pp. 112-113.

3. R. A. Bepari, B. K. Das, Synthesis of nanostructured Co3O4 and SBA-15 supported Co3O4 and their use in the catalytic epoxidation of styrene, National Seminar on Frontier in Science and Technology, GU, Guwahati, 2013, pp. 58-59. 4. R. A. Bepari, B. K. Das, An easy route to the polyvinyl alcohol assisted synthesis of hematite nanoparticles, National seminar on Chemistry Education and Research, GU, Guwahati, 2012, pp. 69-70. 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in

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a) National committees Nil b) International Committees One of the faculty members is an Associate member of Royal Society of Chemistry, UK c) Editorial Boards One of the faculty is the Editor of the Science journal published by the college 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects 100 % students (6th including inter departmental/ programme sem major) have completed projects based on curriculum b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research Nil laboratories/Industry /other agencies 23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the Prof. Krishna G department Bhattacharyya, Professor of Chemistry, Gauhati University 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source Nil of funding a) National ― b) International ― 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selected Enrolment Pass % course received M F

BSc 1st Sem (M) 50 15 09 06 60 (2014, 6th sem)

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BSc 1st sem (G) 150 90 60 45 (2013, 4th sem) 2011 400 22 13 09 36 (2014, 6th sem)

BSc 1st Sem (M) 50 13 8 5 77 (2015, 6th sem)

BSc 1st sem (G) 2012 120 72 48 68 (2014, 4th sem) 350 11 07 04 64 (2015, 6th sem)

BSc 1st Sem (M) 55 18 10 08 50 (2015, 4th sem)

BSc 1st sem (G) 2013 450 150 90 60 59 2015, 4th sem)

BSc 1st Sem (M) 60 23 14 09 52 (2015, 2nd sem)

nd BSc 1st sem (G) 2014 480 170 102 68 47 (2015, 2 sem)

BSc 1st sem (G) 2015 600 256 154 102 Result not yet announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States abroad BSc 95 5 Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, ― Civil services, Defence services, etc.? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2014: 53.84 2015: 16.67 PG to M.Phil. ― PG to Ph.D. ― Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral ―

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Employed ―  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment Nil Entrepreneurship/Self-employment Nil 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Nil b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - c) Class rooms with ICT facility One d) Laboratories UG lab: 2 Research lab: 2 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special Nil lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Use of ICT, Library Activities, Group Studies 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) Few students of the and Extension activities department are cadet of the NCC unit and participates various extension activities.

35. SWOC Analysis of the Department:

SWOC Analysis Strength:  Strong faculty profiles  Recognized PG laboratory with some sophisticated instruments  Sufficient student strength  Good collaboration with students and other stack holders  Optimum infrastructure

Weakness:  Process of teaching-learning needs to be strengthened

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 Improvement of classroom infrastructure  Participation in the research works by the faculties are not satisfactory

Opportunities:  Improvement of the departmental library condition

Challenges:  To curb the brain drain

Future plan of the department:

 Opening of PG courses  Construction of well-equipped laboratories for the PG and UG (major) courses  Purchasing of a few sophisticated laboratory equipments  Taking measures to increase the frequency of departmental seminars  Introduction of e-Book facility  Proposal for bringing more number of research projects from various funding agencies like UGC, DST, and DBT etc.  Arranging need-based remedial classes for the slow learners  Adopting suitable means for the disposal of lab-waste and lab-effluents in a greener and recycling manner  Implementation of proper scientific training to the lab-bearer  Introduction of some chemistry-based vocational scientific training for the UG students such as soil testing, water analysis, etc.

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Department : Computer Science

DEPARTMENT: COMPUTER SCIENCE

1. Name of the department COMPUTER SCIENCE 2. Year of Establishment 2009 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., UG etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Semester departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system Nil (programme wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, Nil industries, foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) 02 with reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled (*Sanctioned by the management of the College) Professors Associate Professors Asst. Professors 02 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Ph.D. Years Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization of guided for Experience the last 4

years

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Bikramjit M. Sc. IT Assistant _ 5 Nil Nath Prof Mofazzur MCA Assistant _ Nil Rahman Prof 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes Nil handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 20:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Nil Ph.D/ MPhil / PG. 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants Nil received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, Nil DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications 01  Publication per faculty 0.5  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national /international) by faculty and Nil students  Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database Nil - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil  Chapter in Books Nil  Books Edited Nil

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 Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of Nil publishers  Citation Index Nil  SNIP Nil  SJR Nil  Impact factor Nil  h-index Nil Publication of individual faculty Publication in Peer reviewed journal B. Nath., 2013, “The Operating System”, VOICE 4, 104 (ISSN: 2230-9934) 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in Nil

a) National committees Nil

b) International Committees Nil

c) Editorial Boards Nil

22. Student projects Nil

a) Percentage of students who have done in-house Nil projects including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in Nil 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 Nil the department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the Nil source of funding a) National Nil

b) International Nil

26. Student profile programme/course wise

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Name of the Year Application Select Enrolment Pass % course received ed M F

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2011 (2014, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 07 07 06 01 (2013, 4th sem)

04 04 04 00 (2014, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2012 (2015, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 16 16 14 02 (2014, 4th sem)

12 12 10 02 (2015, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2013 (2015, 4th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 14 14 12 02 (2015, 4th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2014 (2015, 2nd sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 12 12 12 00 (2015, 2nd sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 2015 19 19 15 04 Result not yet announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States Abroad

Computer 95% 5% Nil Science

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28. How many students have cleared national and state 10 competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2011: 50 % PG to M.Phil. PG to Ph.D. Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Employed  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library 01 b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students 01 c) Class rooms with ICT facility 01 d) Laboratories 01 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from 05 college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures Nil / workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Group Interaction 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Nil Extension activities 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

SWOC analysis

 Qualified Faculties.  Lack of Infrastructure.

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 Higher study along with job scope.  Lots of private educational offering same type of course Future Plan of the department

 Opening of major course  Construction of well-equipped computer laboratories for UG-major course  Taking measures to increase the frequency of departmental seminars  Introduction of e-Book facility

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Department : Mathematics

DEPARTMENT: MATHEMATICS

1. Name of the department MATHEMATICS 2. Year of Establishment 1948 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units Nil involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, Nil foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Associate Professors 4 4 Asst. Professors 1 1 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Years Ph.D. Qualifica- of Students Name Designation Specialization tion Experi- guided for ence the last 4 years Sri T.C. Das M.Sc. Associate Applied Math 28 Nil professor (Relativity) Sri S Hoque M.Sc. Associate Applied Math 22 Nil professor (Relativity)

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Sri S.A. M.Sc. Associate Pure Math 22 Nil Ahmed professor (Abstract Algebra)

Sri S.H.Sarkar M.Sc. Associate Applied Math 18 Nil professor (relativity) Sri A. Baten M.Sc. Asst. Pure Math Nil B.Ed, Professor (Abstract Algebra M.Phil 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) Nil by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 71 : 1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ M.Phil: 01 MPhil / PG. PG: 04 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National Nil b) International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, Nil ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications Nil  Publication per faculty 02  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals Nil (national /international) by faculty and students  Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - Nil International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil  Chapter in Books Nil

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 Books Edited Nil  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of 02 publishers  Citation Index Nil  SNIP Nil  SJR Nil  Impact factor Nil  h-index Nil Publication of individual faculty (I)Name of the faculty (h-index)

Publication in books/edited books/chapter 1. S.A. Ahmed., An elementary course in Number Theory,North East India Publication, Dhubri, 2013,ISBN-978-81-926004-8-2. 2. S.A. Ahmed, Acourse in Real Analysis Scientific International Pvt Ltd. New Delhi, 2016, ISBN-9789384007997 3. S.A. Ahmed. 2013, Non-singular complement of a tree with arbitrary diameter, Applied Science Periodical, Bihar, vol-xv no-2 (in press) ISSN-0972-5504. 4. S.A. Ahmed, 2013, Completely Regular Planer graph, The Mathematics Education, Bihar, vol-xLlvii no-4, ISSN- 0047-6269. 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in Nil a) National committees Nil b) International Committees Nil c) Editorial Boards Nil 22. Student projects Nil a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects 100% in 6th sem including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research Nil laboratories/Industry /other agencies

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23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the Nil department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source Nil of funding a) National Nil b) International Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selec- Enrolmen Pass % course received ted t

M F

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2011 45 36 30 6 67 (2014, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 62 54 45 9 67 (2013, 4th sem)

31 23 19 4 56 (2014, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2012 33 20 15 5 50 (2015, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 92 83 72 11 62 (2014, 4th sem)

18 13 10 3 81 (2015, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2013 45 38 36 2 67 (2015, 4th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 50 42 34 8 59 (2015, 4th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2014 45 35 31 4 56 (2015, 2nd sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 88 77 63 14 56 (2015, 2nd sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2015 61 50 41 9 Result not yet announced

BSc Ist Sem (G) 183 147 128 19

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27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States Abroad B.Sc 99% 1% Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Nil Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? 29. Student progression Nil Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2012: 25% 2013: 65% 2014: 46.66% 2015: 55.55% PG to M.Phil. Nil PG to Ph.D. Nil Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed Nil  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment Nil Entrepreneurship/Self-employment Nil 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Yes b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Nil c) Class rooms with ICT facility Yes d) Laboratories Nil 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from 80 college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special Nil lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts

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33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Conventional Class Room Teaching 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) Nil and Extension activities 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plan

SWOC analysis Strength  Well qualified faculty members  Cordial relationship among the teachers and the students as well  Higher number of student enrolment Weakness  Shortage of faculty  Lack of computer laboratory  Lack of ICT facility  Books in the departmental library is not sufficient enough Opportunity  Encourage departmental activities, like, seminar, project, etc Challenge  Mushrooming of private institution

Future Plan of the department The department has prepared a plan of action to be implement in the next five years:

 Introduction of PG course in Mathematics.  Establishment of a research centre in the dept.  Rendering pre-examination coaching of APSC and other competitive examinations.  Organising public awareness programme on socio economic needs.  Opening computer lab in the dept.

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Department : Physics

DEPARTMENT: PHYSICS

1. Name of the department PHYSICS 2. Year of Establishment 1956 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Nil departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, Nil industries, foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled

Professors 0 0 Associate Professors 3 3 Asst. Professors 4 3 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Years Ph.D. of Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experie guided for nce the last 4 years Motior M.Sc. Associate Theoretical 22 Nil Rahman Professor physics and Astrophysics Hiten Sarma M.Sc. Associate Electronics 22 Nil

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Professor Nandita M.Sc. Associate Nuclear Physics 21 Nil Prodhani Professor and Cosmic Radiations Rafiul Karim M.Sc. Assistant Elctronics and 5 Nil Mollah Professor Condensed Matter Physics Edal Hussain M.Sc. Assistant Elctronics and Professor Condensed Matter 5 Nil Physics Nilam Jyoti M.Sc. Assistant Electronics and 7 months Nil Dutta Professor Nuclear Physics Manjurul M.Sc. Assistant Theoretical Kader Professor Physics 1.5 Nil Ahmed (against FIP) 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil

12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes Lectures=16.66% handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty Practical=37.5% 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 69.16: 1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled

15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ M.Phil: 01, MPhil / PG. PG: 05 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National Nil b) International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, UGC Minor Research ICSSR, etc. and total grants received Project-1 (Rs.1,22,000/-) 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  Publication per faculty 01  Number of papers published in peer reviewed 07

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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 - 03 International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil  Chapter in Books Nil  Books Edited Nil  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of Nil publishers  Citation Index 02-04  SNIP  SJR  Impact factor 1.119-5.442  h-index Publication of individual faculty

 Publication in Peer reviewed journal (I) Hiten Sarma i) H. Sarma & K. C Sarma, 2014, X-ray peak broadening analysis of ZnO nanoparticles derived by precipitation method, International Journal of scientific and Research Publications,Vol.4(3),(Impact Factor: 1.22) ii) H. Sarma, D. Chakrabortty, K. C Sarma, 2014, Structural and optical properties of ZnO nanoparticles, IOSR Journal of Applied Physics Vol. 6(4), 08-12(Impact Factor: 1.119) iii) H. Sarma, D. Chakrabortty, K. C Sarma, 2014, Optical and structural properties of ZnO thinfilms fabricated by SILAR method, International Journal of Innovative Research in Science, Engineering and Technology, Vol. 3(10), 16957-16964 (Impact Factor: 5.442) iv) H. Sarma, D. Chakrabortty, K. C Sarma, 2015, Structural characterisation of

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Cadmium Oxide nanoparticles by means of X-ray line profile analysis, Journal of Basic and Applied Engineering Research, Vol. 2(20) 1773-1780

(II )M.K Ahmed i) M.K. Ahmed & O.P. Sah, 2014, Effect of ion temperature on arbitrary amplitude kinetic Alfven solitons in a plasma with a q-nonextensive electron velocity distribution, Astrophysics and Space Science, Vol 353(1),145-150 (2.26)

(III) Nilam Jyoti Dutta i) N. Buzarbaruah, N.J. Dutta, J. K. Bhardwaz, S.R. Mohanty, 2015, Design of a linear neutron source, Fusion Engineering and Design, Vol 90, 97-104 (1.15, 02) ii) N.J. Dutta, N. Buzarbaruah, S.R. Mohanty, 2014, Damage studies on tungsten due to helium ion irradiation, Journal of nuclear materials, Vol. 452(1), 51-56 (1.87, 04)

Publications in Conference/Seminar Proceeding (I) Nadita Prodhani i) Nadita Prodhani & M. Baruah, Binary Accreting White Dwarf – A source of Supersoft X-ray, NSCTPR-2014, Darrang College, Tezpur, 2014.

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees 2 b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects 3.6% including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in 0.24% organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research

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laboratories/Industry /other agencies

23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the Nil department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source Nil of funding a) National b) International 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selected Enrolment Pass % course received M F

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2011 137 25 13 07 40 (2014, 6th sem)

BSc Ist sem (G) 231 170 119 31 45 (2013, 4th sem)

49 41 08 57 (2014, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2012 120 25 15 05 35 (2015, 6th sem)

BSc Ist sem (G) 175 124 80 20 40 (2014, 4th sem)

77 58 19 58 (2015, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2013 90 20 09 06 67 (2015, 4th sem)

BSc Ist sem (G) 214 155 88 27 60 (2015, 4th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2014 85 30 20 5 76 (2015, 2nd sem)

BSc Ist sem (G) 215 125 83 27 44 (2015, 2nd sem)

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BSc Ist Sem (M) 2015 90 35 23 7 Result not yet announced

BSc Ist sem (G) 253 215 147 27 Result not yet announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States Abroad B.Sc. 81% 19% Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state Nil competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc.? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2012: 33.33 2013: 36.36 2014: 33.33 2015: 40.00 PG to M.Phil. PG to Ph.D. Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Employed

 Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment 2014: 22.22 2015: 10.00 Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities

a) Library Yes b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Nil c) Class rooms with ICT facility 01 d) Laboratories 02

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31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from 43 (2015-16) college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures Nil / workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Along with conventional Chalk and talk method, the department also applies Activity Method and uses recent technological aids like visual presenter, smart board with LCD projector etc.to improve student learning. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities Both teacher and students are engaged in social works initiated by the college, like, cleaning, social forestation programme, blood donation programme, villagers awareness programme etc. 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans SWOC analysis Strength  Qualified faculty members.  Well-equipped laboratories.  All faculty members are associated with research activities.  The sincerity, dedication and regularities of the faculty members.  Resourceful faculty and energetic students backed by ever vigilant Principal  New research lab.

Weakness  Large number of students.  Shortage of classroom and well equipped Lab for Major courses.  Most of the students belong to vernacular medium Opportunities  Following the increasing trend of applicants willing to study physics major course, more number of students can be accommodated by enhancing the number of seats for the same.  The people of the area look up to the college for guidance. The department of

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physics can help the people to get rid of various prejudices and developing the scientific temper.  Various career oriented vocational courses related to physics may be introduced with the help of college authority. Challenges  To accommodate the increasing number of students seeking admissions in general and major courses.  Keeping pace with the rapid changes in higher education. Future plans of the department  Introduction of P.G. Course in Physics.  Up gradation of Major Lab and existing research Lab of the department.  Holding of national seminar on material science  Introduction of Smart Class Rooms

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Department : Statistics

DEPARTMENT: STATISTICS

1. Name of the department STATISTICS 2. Year of Establishment 1986 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Nil departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise)

6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Commerce Department other departments & Physics Department 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, Nil industries, foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors 01 01 Asst. Professors 01 01 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Years Ph.D. of Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experi- guided for ence the last 4 years Sri Brajendra M. Sc. Associate Demography 27 Nil Kanta Sarmah Professors Dr. Ph. D. Assistant Nityananda Professors Econometrics 5 Nil Barman

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11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) Nil by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 67:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled

15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ Ph.D. : 01 MPhil / PG. PG: 01 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National National: 02 b) International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, UGC ICSSR, etc. and total grants received Total grant received: Rs. 4,47,500 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  Publication per faculty 12  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national /international) by faculty and 18 students  Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - 12 International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs Nil  Chapter in Books Nil  Books Edited Nil  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of 02 publishers  Citation Index 0-3  SNIP

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 SJR  Impact factor 0 – 5.442  h-index Publication of individual faculty (I) B. K. Sarmah

Publication in Peer reviewed journal of B. K. Sarmah 1) B. K. Sarmah, 2015, Implimentation of semester system at undergraduate colleges of Assam, ACTA Journal, XXXVII, 183-185 2) B. K. Sarmah, D. Chakraborty, 2015, Testing of Randomness of The Numbers Generated by Kendall of B. Babington Smith: t-test, Aryabhatta Journal of Mathematics & Informatics, 7(2), Accepted, Impact factor (IF - 4.1) 3) B. K. Sarmah, D. Chakraborty, 2015, Examination of Proper Randomness of The Numbers Generated by Rand corporation (1955) : t-test, International Journal of Innovative Research in Science, Engineering & Technology, 4(10),( IF - 5.442) 4) B. K. Sarmah, 2015,The Role of Women In Decision Making In the Family With Special Reference To Kamrup District (Assam), International Journal of Engineering Sciences & Research Technology, (IJESRT), 4 (6), 440-444,(IF - 3.785) 5) B. K. Sarmah, D. Chakraborty, 2015, Examination of Proper Randomness of The Numbers Generated by L.H.C. Tippett (1927) (t - test), International organization of Scientific research, (IOSR –JM), 11 (3), 35-37 6) B. K. Sarmah, D. Chakraborty, 2015, Testing of Randomness of The Numbers Generated by Fisher and Yates (t - test), Aryabhatta Journal of Mathematics & Informatics, 7 (1), 87-90, (IF -4.1), Citation index: 3 7) B. K. Sarmah, D. Chakraborty, N. Barman, 2015, Testing of Randomness of The Numbers Generated by Rand Corporation (1955) (Chi-square test, International Journal of Engineering Science & Management (IJESM), 5 (1), 96- 119, ( IF -2.745) 8) B. K. Sarmah, D. Chakraborty, 2015, Testing of Proper Randomness of The Table of Numbers Generated by M.G. Kendall of B. Babington Smith (1939) (Chi-square test), International Journal of Engineering Sciences & Research, technology, 4 (2), 260-282, ( IF -3.449 ) 9) B. K. Sarmah, D. Chakraborty, 2014, Examination of Proper Randomness of The Numbers Generated by L.H.C. Tippett (1927) (Chi-square test), International Journal of Engineering Sciences & Research Technology, 3 (12), 661-668, (IF -3.449) 10) B. K. Sarmah, D. Chakraborty, 2014, Testing of Randomness of the Numbers Generated by Fisher and Yates (1939) (Chi-square test), International Journal

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of Engineering Sciences & Research Technology, 3(11),632-636, ( IF -3.449)

(II) N. Barman . Publication in Peer reviewed journal 1) N.Barman, 2015, A comparative study of environmental awareness among secondary level students, International Journal of Innovative Research in Science, Engineering and Technology, 4(8), 7575-7579, Impact factor (IF- 5.442) 2) B. K. sarmah, D. Chakraborty, N.Barman., 2015, Testing of proper randomness of the table of numbers generated by Rand Coperation (1955), International Journal of Engineering Sciences and Management, 5(1) 92-96, (IF - 2.745.) 3) N.Barman, 2014, Pitch study of both Rabha and Bodo Phonmes, Global Journal for Research Analysis, 3(9), 50-52, (IF - 1.5408). 4) N.Barman., D.Talukdar., 2014, A statistical analysis of migration in Assam and its impact on the infant and maternal mortality rate: a case study in Barpeta district, Deliberative research, 22(1), 152-159. 5) N.Barman., D.Talukdar., 2014, Socio-demographic factors affecting infant mortality rate in Assam, International Journal of Science, Environment and technology, 3(5), 1893-1900. 6) N.Barman., 2013, Nonlinear spectral characteristics of Rabha and Bodo phonemes ---A Comparative Study, International Journal of Scientific Research, 2 (10), 79- 82, IF -1.865. 7) R.Goswami. and Barman,N 2013, Training Status of Teachers Belonging to Higher Secondary Level" - A Case Study, International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, 3(4), 503-506, ( IF – 1) 8) B.Ghosh,. and Barman,N, 2012, Heat and Mass Transfer on Free Convective Three Dimensional Unsteady Flow Over a Porous Vertical Plane, Global Research Methodology Journal, 5th issue, 1-8. 9) P.Das. and Barman,N, 2012, A Trend Analysis of Academic Progress of the Students in HSLC Examination Under SEBA of DarrangDistrict,Assam(From 2004-2008), Indian Journal of Social Science and Sciences, 2, 54-58

Publication in books/edited books of N. Barman 1) N.Barman, Business Statistics, Manab Publication, Revised publication by Assam book depot, Guwahati, 1st publication =2011, Revised publication = 2013, 1-389, ISBN:978-93-82384-54-0 2) N.Barman, Statistics for economics, Assam book depot, Guwahati, 2013, 1-418, ISBN:978-93-82384-58-8

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 Publications in Conference/Seminar Proceeding of N. Barman 1) S.Sarma., N.Barman., Kusre, D., Kalita, B., Effect of sublethal exposure of detergent on gill and liver of Heteropneustes fossilis B., Environmental Degradation and its Impact on Biodiversity in India with Special Reference to North-East Region, M.C. College, Barpeta,India, 2013, 83-91 2) M.Das,, N.Barman, Expansion of Barpeta Road Town and Its Effects on the Biodiversity of Barpeta Road Area- A Survey Based Analysis, Environmental Degradation and Its Impact on Biodiversity in India with special reference to North-Eastern Region, M.C. College, Barpeta, India, 2013, 372-376 3) N.Barman, A measure of Nonlinear Characteristics of Bodo Phonemes. Recent Trend &Techniques in Computer Science, Dept. of Computer & Science Technology ,Bodoland University, Kokrajhar, India, 2014, 246-252

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in Nil a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards 22. Student projects Nil 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 Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the Nil department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source Nil of funding a) National b) International 26. Student profile programme/course wise

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Name of Year Application Selected Enrolment Pass % the course received M F

BSc Ist Sem 2011 04 04 03 01 100 (2014, 6th sem) (G)

BSc Ist Sem 2012 06 06 02 04 100 (2014, 4th sem) (G) BSc Ist Sem 2013 28 28 27 01 76.19 (2015, 4th (G) sem)

BSc Ist Sem 2014 47 47 37 10 93.54 (2015,2ndsem) (G) BSc Ist Sem 2015 Result not yet (G) announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States abroad BSc 100 Nil Nil

28. How many students have cleared national and state Nil competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? 29. 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 Nil

 Other than campus recruitment Nil

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Entrepreneurship/Self-employment Nil

30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Yes b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Nil c) Class rooms with ICT facility No d) Laboratories Yes 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from

college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures Nil / workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Traditional method with black board, chalk pencil and duster 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) Nil and Extension activities 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

Strength:  The department has dedicated faculty.  The performance of the students of the department is good.  High success rate in the examination as compared to university results.  Harmonious relationship among the teachers and students.  The number of publications by the faculty members in the last four years has been commendable.

Weakness:  Lack of adequate staff, due to which the department is unable to open major courses.  The semester system creates a number of problems which the department has not been able to come cope with.  The department has no necessary technical and infrastructural resources to give greater proficiency in soft skills among the students.

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Opportunities:  Locational advantage for strengthening academia and various industry linkages  It is possible for our students to get entry into good institutes like GU, DU etc.

Challenges:  The socio-economic background of many of the students admitted into the department is responsible for poor language competence. This leads to an unsatisfactory level of comprehension and communication, particularly in the first two semesters.  Keeping pace with the rapid changes in higher education  To increase the enrollment.

Future plan of the department

 To open major course in the department from the academic session 2016-2017.  To provide ICT facilities in the classroom with the help of the college authority.

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DEPARTMENT: ZOOLOGY

1. Name of the Department ZOOLOGY 2. Year of Establishment 1964 3. Name of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the Nil departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by No other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, Nil industries, foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with No reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors Nil Nil Asst. Professors 05 04 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Years Ph.D. of Students Name Qualification Designation Specialization Experi- guided for ence the last 4 years Dr. Azad Ali M. Sc; Ph.D. Assistant Animal Ecology Professor and and Wildlife 15 Nil Head Biology Dr. Santanu M. Sc; Ph.D. Assistant Entomology and 7 Nil Sarma Professor Environmental

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Biology Mr. B nath M. Sc; M. Assistant Cell and Phil. Professor Molecular 7 Nil Biology Ms. Mitali M. Sc; M. Assistant Fish and Fishery 11 Nil Ghosh Phil.; B.Ed Professor Biology Dr. Samuel M. Sc; M. Assistant Fish Biology and Sheikh Phil.; LLB, Professor Fishery Science 4 Nil B.Ed., Ph.D 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) Nil by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (Programme wise) 1:68 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ Ph. D : 03 MPhil / PG. M. Phil : 01 PG : 01 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National Nil b) International funding agencies and grants received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, DBT, Nil ICSSR, etc. and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications  Publication per faculty 7.25  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national /international) by faculty and 29 students  Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - 29 International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)

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 Monographs  Chapter in Books 9  Books Edited  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of 04 publishers 1. Scholars‟ Press, Germany. 2. Global Publishing House , India. 3. Dr. Azad Ali, Department of Zoology, B.N. College, India. 4. Zoo Outreach Organisation (Z.O.O.), Tamil Nadu, India.  Citation Index NA  SNIP NA  SJR NA  Impact factor 0.982 - 4.374  h-index NA Publication of individual faculty (I) Azad Ali Publication in Peer reviewed journal

1. A. Ali, Roosting ecology of Indian Flying Fox (Pteropus giganteus) colonies in the western part of Assam with special reference to their conservation. Small Mammal Mail, 2012, 4, 35-36 (ISSN: 2230-7087). 2. A. Ali, Ichthyofaunal resources of Dhubri district of Assam, India. International Journal of Innovative Research & Development, 2013, 2, 224-226 (ISSN: 2278- 0211). 3. A. Ali, Common Indian Megachiroptera. Small Mammal Mail, 2014, 5, 9-10 (ISSN: 2230-7087). 4. A. Ali, Taxonomy and external morphology of Indian Flying Fox Pteropus giganteus Brunnich, 1782 of Assam. Indian Journal of Research in Multidisciplinary Studies, 2014, 1, 23-28 (ISSN: 2348-2524).

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5. A. Ali, Effect of Sub-Lethal Exposure of DDT on Mid-Gut Lipid Peroxidation and Some Nutritional Parameters of the Earthworm Pheretima peguana (Rosa).International Journal of Pure and Applied Bioscience, 2014, 2 (3), 30-34 (ISSN: 2320 – 7051). 6. A. Ali, Population fluctuation at Indian Flying Fox (Pteropus giganteus) colonies in the Kacharighat Roosting Site of Dhubri district of Assam. International Journal of Pure and Applied Bioscience, 2014, 2 (4), 184-188 (ISSN: 2320 – 7051). 7. A. Ali, Interaction of Indian Flying Foxes Pteropus giganteus (Brunnich, 1782) with the plant species in the Lower Brahmaputra Valley of Assam. Small Mammal Mail, 2014,6, 12-14 (ISSN: 2230-7087). 8. A. Ali, Socio-Economic Condition of fishers in the Dhubri District of Assam. Trade Concept, a bilingual magazine of Trade and Commerce, 2014, IV, 109- 112 (ISSN: 2319-7110). 9. A. Ali, Bats of Assam: A Review. NECTAR, 2015, 1(1), 63-67 (ISSN: 2394- 9082). 10. A. Ali, New roosting site of Indian flying fox (Pteropus giganteus) located at Bilasipara, Dhubri, Assam. Small Mammal Mail, 2015, 7(1), 23 (ISSN 2230- 7087).

Book published

1. A. Ali, Indian Flying Fox of Assam. Scholars‟ Press, Germany. 2013, (ISBN: 978-3-639-51988-4). 2. A. Ali, Environmental Studies, Part-I: Ecology for Beginners. Global Publishing House India, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (India), 2014, (ISBN: 978-93- 81563-53-3). 3. A. Ali, Environmental Studies, Part-II: Pollution, Population and Social issues of Environment. 152pp. Dr. Azad Ali, Dhubri, Assam, India. 2015, (ISBN: 978-1- 63415-324-9). 4. A. Ali, Environmental Studies: Ecology for Beginners! In: “Akarshan” Science Magazine, Aryabhatta Science Centre, Agomani, Dhubri, Assam, 2011, 7-11.

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5. A. Ali, Need of Environmental Studies: An Overview. In: Souvenir, 1st Annual Zonal Conference, ACTA, B. N. College, Dhubri, Assam, 2013,44-45 6. Bat Research; A need of the hour. In: B. N. College annual magazine, Vol-52, 2014, 63-64.

Publication in seminar/conference proceedings

1. A. Ali, Breeding and parental care of Indian Flying Fox Pteropus giganteus Brunnich, 1782 (Megachiroptera-Pteropodidae) in the Lower Brahmaputra Valley of Assam. National seminar on “Biodiversity Spectrum of North-East India”18th & 19th September 2009, Department of Zoology, Arya Vidyapeeth College, Guwahati, Assam (ISBN: 978-81-7665-452-4). 2. A. Ali, Current Population Status and Habitat Condition of Indian Flying Fox (Pteropus giganteus) Colonies at the Kacharighat Roosting Site of Dhubri District of Assam. Anthropogenic threats to Biodiversity-its impact on economy in north-east india and various conservation strategies, 23th & 24th December 2014, Department of Zoology, Morigaon College, Morigaon, Assam (ISBN:9788192724218).

(II) Santanu Sarma

• Publication in Peer reviewed journal 1. S Sarma,. (2013) Effect of sub-lethal exposure of detergent on transamination in liver of Heteropneustes fossilis Bloch., Intern. J. of Pure & Appl. Biosci., 1(5): 36-41 (Impact factor: 2.636, ISSN 2320-7051) 2. S Sarma. B.Nath., R.Sarma. (2013) Role of Psidium guajava leaf extract in alcohol induced hepatopathy of albino rat., J. Bioinnovation 2(5): 210-217 (Impact factor: 2.636, ISSN 2277-8330) 3. S Sarma., R.Sarma. (2010) Role of „Bael-Tea‟ in alcohol induced hepatopathy of albino rat. J. Adv. Plant Sc. 5(1&2): 61-64 (Impact factor: Not Known, ISSN 0971-9350) 4. S Sarma., R.Sarma,., R.Borkataki, (2013) Role of Bauhinia variegata leaf-

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extract on streptozotocin-nicotinamide induced type-2 diabetes of Albino Rat., DELVE, 2(2):70-80 (Impact factor: Not Known, ISSN 2278-7402) 5. S Sarma, R.Sarma, T.Baruah, (2014) Somatometric study of a Mogoloid Community-“The Plain-Tiwas”of central Assam., Intern. J. of Pure & Appl. Biosci.,2(2):142-148(Impact factor: 4.374, ISSN 2320-7051) 6. S Sarma, B.Konwar, R. P. Gohain, (2012) A method for the fluoro-labelling of plant amino acids for their estimation in high performance liquid chromatography, J. Adv. Plant Sc.,6(1 & 2):22-25, 64 (Impact factor: Not Known, ISSN 0971-9350) 7. R.Seal, S Sarma., A.Ali, (2014) Effect of sub-lethal exposure of DDT on mid- gut lipid peroxidation and some nutritional parameters of the earthworm Pheretima peguana (Rosa), Intern. J. of Pure & Appl. Biosci.,2(3):30-34, (Impact factor: 4.374, ISSN 2320-7051) 8. S Sarma. (2014) Role of Syzygium cumini seed-extract on streptozotocin- nicotinamide-induced type-2 diabetes of Albino Rat., Intern. J. of Pure & Appl. Biosci.,2(4):125-131, (Impact factor: 4.374, ISSN 2320-7051) 9. M.Khatun, A.Ali,S Sarma, (2014) Population fluctuation at Indian Flying Fox (Pteropus giganticus) colonies in the Kacharighat roosting site of Dhubri District". Intern. J. of Pure & Appl. Biosci.,2(4):184-188, (Impact factor: 4.374, ISSN 2320-7051) 10. S Sarma. (2014) Effect of sub-lethal exposure of detergent on some toxicological and synthetic parameters in liver of Heteropneustes fossilis Bloch: Environmental Issues, Ethics and Law., DELVE, 3:84-93 (Impact factor: Not Known, ISSN 2278-7402) 11. S Sarma. (2015) Impact of differential dosage of Azadirachta indica A. Juss. Leaf-extract on alcohol-induced hepatopathy of Albino Rat Intern. J. of Pure & Appl. Biosci., 3 (1): 241-246, (Impact factor: 4.374, ISSN 2320-7051) 12. S Sarma. (2015) Study on some lipid components in the muscle of some minor carps from „Dhubri –Town Markets‟, Inter. J. Pure Appl. Biosci 3(6): 204-210.

• Publication in books/edited books/chapter 1. S. Sarma,., R. Sarma,., I.K. Bhattacharyya, (2013) Role of Eugenia jambolana

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seed-extract on streptozotocin-induced hyperglycemia of albino rat. In- “Bioresources and Human Sustenance”, pp-203, Eds-J. Kalita et. al., Pub.- Zoological Society of Assam & Assam Book Depot (ISBN-978-93-82384-36-6) 2. S. Sarma.,N Barman,., D. Kusre,. Kalita,(2013) Effect of sub-lethal exposure of detergent on gill and liver of Heteropneustes fossilis B. in- “Environmental Degradation & its Impact on biodiversity”, pp-83-91, Ed- D. K Bhattacharyya and E. Ali pub- Eastern Book House (ISBN-978 93 80261 843) 3. S. Sarma., B. Nath (2012) A brief study on behavior and web-pattern of the spiders of the urban area of Dhubri District. In-“Biodiversity Spectrum of North East India”, pp-27-30, Eds- S. Sengupta et. al. Pub- Student‟s Stores (ISBN978- 81-7665-452-4). 4. D.Kusre, B.Kalita,S. Sarma. (2012) Effect of Paper Mill Effluent on the Serum Glutamate Pyruvate Transaminase (SGPT) and Serum Glutamate Oxaloacetate Transaminase (SGOT) of H. fossilis. In- “Current Issues of Conservation and Wise Use of Wetlands in North East India”, pp-317-324 Eds- S. K. Nath and R. Nath, Pub- Pub- Principal, Dhing College (ISBN-81-202-8869-4 & 978-81-202- 8869-7) 5. D. Kusre, B.Kalita, S. Sarma. (2010) Effect of Bamboo Digester Effluent (BDE) on Intestine of Clarius batracus. In- “Biodiversity and Human Welfare” pp-179- 185 Eds- U. C. Goswami et. al., pub- Narendra Publishing House, New Delhi (ISBN-978-81-908517-0-1) 6. S. Sarma. (2015) "Effect of sub-lethal exposure of Cypermethrin on lipid peroxidation in Gill, Liver and Kidney of Heteropneustes fossilis Bloch." In- "Anthropogenic threats to biodiversity" pp-160-165, Ed- Bodheswar Kalita et. al., Pub- Dept. of Zoology, Morigaon College, Morigaon (Assam), Assam Science Society & Green Guard (ISBN-978-81-9272-1-8)

(III) Mitali Ghosh (Paul)

1. M. Ghosh Ichthyofaunal resources of Dhubri district of Assam, India. International Journal of Innovative Research & Development, 2013, 2, 224-226 (ISSN: 2278-0211).

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2. M. Ghosh Socio-Economic Condition of fishers in the Dhubri District of Assam. Trade Concept, A bilingual magazine of Trade and Commerce, 2014.IV, No. IV, 109-112. (ISSN: 2319-7110).

(IV) Samuel Sheikh

1. S. Sheikh, S Bhattacharjee, (2015). The study of well being of Trichgaster fasciata Bloch and Schneider, 1801 during the pre-spawning period in Dhubri district of Assam, India. International Journal of Scientific Research. 4(6): 789- 790. (Impact factor: 3.24 ) 2. S. Sheikh., M. M. Goswami, (2014). Fish diversity in Chandakhola wetland of Dhubri District, Assam, India. Advances in Bioresearch. 5(2): 161-164. (Impact factor: 0.971 ) 3. S. Sheikh, M. M. Goswami, (2014). Ornamental fishes of Chandakhola wetland, Dhubri, Assam, India. International Journal of Scientific Research. 3(3): 387- 389. (Impact factor: 3.24) 4. S. Sheikh, M. M. Goswami. (2013). Socio-economic condition of fishers of Chandakhola wetland, Dhubri, Assam, India. Bull. of Env., Pha. and Life Sc. 3(1):257-261. (Impact factor: 0.982) 5. F. A Zaman, S. Sheikh, G. S. Zaman, (2013). Health education intervention on HIV/AIDS among the urban slum dwellers of Dibrugarh, Assam. Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences. 2(16): 2635-2642.

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees Nil b) International Committees Nil c) Editorial Boards i. Azad Ali, HOD, Zoology Department as Editorial Board member in “International Journal of Sciences: Basic and Applied Research (IJSBAR)” (ISSN 2307-4531)”. ii. Dr. Santanu Sarma, Asstt. Professor as a Member of Honorary Editorial Board of International Journal of Pure and Applied Bioscience (IJPAB); A Peer Reviewed Online International Journal Indexed in Thompson Reuters, GIF, Goole Scholar, ISI,

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Research Bible etc.( Impact Factor: 4.374)

ISSN: 2320-7051 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects 17% including inter departmental/ programme b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research 5% laboratories/Industry /other agencies 23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the Nil department 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a) National Nil b) International Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Applicatio Selected Enrolment Pass % course n received M F

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2011 47 15 8 7 100 (2014, 6th sem).

BSc Ist Sem (G) 95 85 52 33 82 (2013, 4th sem)

04 Nil 100 (2014, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2012 56 15 5 10 90 (2015, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 86 74 50 24 88 (2014, 4th sem)

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15 4 Not declared (2015, 6th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2013 30 15 8 7 91 (2015, 4th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 142 127 92 35 84 (2015, 4th sem)

BSc Ist Sem (M) 2014 18 12 8 4 82 (2015, 2nd sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 92 84 84 0 71 (2015, 2nd sem)

BSc Ist Sem (G) 2015 Result not yet announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students from % of students from Course the same state other States abroad B.Sc (Major) 100 Nil Nil B.Sc (General) 99 1 Nil 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 2012: 30 % 2013: 66.67 % 2014: 55.56 % 2015: 40 % PG to M.Phil. Nil PG to Ph.D. Nil Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment 60%

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Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 40% 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Yes b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students No. c) Class rooms with ICT facility Yes d) Laboratories Yes 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from 6 Nos. (Ishan Uday) college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / Nil workshops /seminar) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning  Class tests are taken after completing each topic.  Apart from Chalk and Blackboard methods LCD projector are also used for effective teaching learning.  For the slow learners in the class room, a recap of the earlier topic is done before starting the new topic. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities

*Azad Ali has worked as judge of Children Science Congress, Dhubri District; Participated in recruitment processes of various jobs as invigilators conducted in the College campus for various Departments of the state. Road cleaning programme on World Environment Day. Rovers and Rover leader participated in various programmes of the College.

*Samuel Sheikh: 1. Acting presently as I/C Teacher (Rover Leader) of Bharat Scouts & Guides B.N. College Unit (Rover Section).

35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

Strength:  All are having good Academic Records with excellent teaching skills.  All the faculty members are either PH.D or M.Phil Degree holders with good Research background.  All the teachers provide study materials to the students with their innovative

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ideas.  We have Research centre in the department to promote and provide research knowledge to the students.

Weakness:  Faculty strength is less than it is required in proportion to the students‟ number.  Degree level text and reference books are present in very few numbers in the Departmental library.  No Internet facility and scientific journal in the Department right now.

Opportunities:  Department can be upgraded to PG Level and Laboratory may be given the recognition of a Research Lab as we are already maintaining a Personal Departmental Research Centre namely “ Biodiversity and Ecological Research Centre (BERC)”.  Certificate Course in Applied Biology such as Forestry, Fishery, Sericulture etc.

Challenge:  H.S. level course in a Degree College is challenge for the department.  Less faculty members become a great challenge for the department.

Future Plan of the department:  To upgrade the Department to PG Level.  To construct a new building of the Department with Research Laboratories and a Departmental Digital Seminar Hall.  Will approach Higher authorities to get the UGC cum GU recognition of the “BERC” to conduct high quality research in the Lab as well as to get Ph.D. Guideship by the qualified faculty members.

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Evaluative Report of the Departments COMMERCE STREAM

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Department : Commerce

DEPARTMENT: COMMERCE

1. Name of the department COMMERCE 2. Year of Establishment 2008 3. Name of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., UG Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) 4. Name of Interdisciplinary courses and the NIL departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Yes (BCA) other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, Nil industries, foreign institutions, etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with Nil reasons 9. Number of Teaching posts:- Sanctioned* Filled Professors Associate Professors Asst. Professors 02 * All the teaching staffs are sanctioned by Governing body of the college. 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./ M. Phil. etc.) No. of No. of Ph.D. Years Students Qualifica- Specializa- of Name Designation guided for tion tion Experi- the last 4 ence years

1. Shahidur M.Com, Assistant Management 7 Nil Rahman LL.B. Professor 2. Rajdeep M.Com, Assistant Accountancy 3 Nil Chakraborty LL.B. Professor & Finance 3. Sudip Ghosh M.Com Assistant Management 2 Nil

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Professor 4. Saifa Sultana M.Com Assistant Accountancy 2 Nil Professor & Finance 11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes Nil handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 9:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and 02 administrative staff; sanctioned and filled 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D. Sc/ D.Litt/ PG: 04 PhD/ M. Phil/ PG. 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants Nil received 17. Departmental projects funded by DST- FIST; UGC, Nil DBT, ICSSR, etc., and total grants received 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 19. Publications

 Publication per faculty 1.25

Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national /international) by faculty and 05 students  Number of publications listed in International Database (For e.g: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare 02 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 Nil

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publishers  Citation Index Nil  SNIP Nil  SJR Nil  Impact factor 2.1506  h-index Nil Publication of individual faculty: 1. Shahidur Rahman • Publication in Peer reviewed journal 1. S. Rahman, 2014, Pottery industries of Assam with special reference to Dhubri district, ’Trade Concept’, PB college Gauripur, 4, (4), 39

2. Rajdeep Chakraborty • Publication in Peer reviewed journal R. Chakraborty, 2014, Role of micro finance in the present society, ’Trade Concept’, PB college Gauripur, 4, (4) , 50

3. Sudip Ghosh • Publication in Peer reviewed journal i) S. Ghosh, 2014, A study on the growth and development of Terracotta and Pottery craft in the village of Asharikandi, Dhubri district of Assam, Indian Stream Research Journal, 4(2), 1-13 (Impact factor: 2.1506) ii) S.Ghosh, 2014, An analytical study on patients satisfaction and medical facilities provided by public hospital: With special reference to Dhubri Civil Hospital, Jhagrarpar, International Journal of Healthcare Science, 2, (1), 107-115

4. Saifa Sultana • Publication in Peer reviewed journal i) Saifa Sultana, 2014, Problems and prospects of fuel subsidies in Indian economy , ’Trade Concept’, PB college Gauripur, 4,(4), 42. 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Nil

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21. Faculty as members in Nil a) National committees Nil b) International Committees Nil c) Editorial Boards Nil 22. Student projects Nil 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 Nil Laboratories/Industry /other agencies 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the 1.Dr. N. Baruha department Prof., Dept. of Com, Gauhati University 2. Dr. S.K mahapatra Prof., Dept. of Com, Gauhati University 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source Nil of funding a) National b) International

26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Application Selected Enrolment Pass % course received M F

BCom Ist Sem 2011 27 27 23 04 (2014, 6th sem) 100 (M)

BCom Ist sem (2013, 4th sem) (G) 04 04 04 __ (2014, 6th sem) 75

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BCom Ist Sem 2012 05 05 04 01 (2015, 6th sem) 100 (M)

BCom Ist sem (2014, 4th sem) (G) 04 04 04 00 (2015, 6th sem) 75

BCom Ist Sem 2013 02 02 02 __ (2015, 4th sem) 50 (M)

BCom Ist sem 13 13 12 01 (2015, 4th sem) 40 (G)

BCom Ist Sem 2014 05 05 05 __ (2015, 2nd sem) 100 (M)

BCom Ist sem 03 03 03 __ (2015, 2nd sem) (G)

BCom Ist sem 2015 04 04 04 __ Result not yet (G) announced

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students from % of students % of students from Course the same State from other abroad States B.Com 100% Nil Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state Nil competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defence services, etc.? 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG Nil PG to M. Phil. Nil PG to PhD Nil PhD to Post-Doctoral Nil

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Employed  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment Nil Entrepreneurship/Self-employment Nil 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Yes b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Available centrally c) Class rooms with ICT facility Nil d) Laboratories Nil 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance 01 from college, university, government or other agencies 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special Nil lectures / workshops /seminars) with external experts 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student  Case study method learning  Demonstration  Group discussion 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility Nil (ISR) and Extension activities 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

Strength:

 Homely environment for teaching.  Young and energetic faculties with adequate knowledge and command over the specific subjects, two faculties in Accountancy and two are in Management.  There are collaboration with other departments of our college.

Weakness:

 Low student intake.  Shortage of modern teaching aids.

Opportunities:

 Opening of new departments such as Management, Finance, and H.R.M etc.

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 Opening of major courses in different subjects except Accountancy which has already been opened.  Opening of couching classes for different entrance tests like C.A., Co. Secretary, M.B.A. etc

Challenge:

 To make commerce education popular.  In view of the absence of industry in the surrounding area, the placement of the commerce is a challenge to the graduate of the departments.

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Evaluative Report of Professional Course

BACHELOR OF

COMPUTER APPLICATION

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Department : BCA

DEPARTMENT: BCA

1. Name of the department BCA 2. Year of Establishment 2008 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, UG M.Phil., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the

departments/units involved 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme Semester wise) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by Nil other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, Nil foreign institutions etc. 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons Nil

9. Number of Teaching posts 03 Sanctioned Filled (*Sanctioned by the management of the College) Professors Associate Professors Asst. Professors 03 03

10. Faculty profile with name,qualification,designation,specialization,(D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D./M.Phil. etc) No. of No. of Ph.D. Name Years Design- Speciali- Students Qualification of ation zation guided for Experi the last 4 ence years Dr. Sahjahan ali M.Tech(IT),M. Assist. _ 7 Nil Phil(CS), Ph.D Prof. Habiluddin sk M.Tech(IT), Asst. Prof _ 7 Nil M.Phil(CS) Ekramul hoque MSc(Math) Asst. Prof Nil 5

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11. List of senior visiting faculty S. Huda, Retd. Principal 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes Nil handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty

13. Student – Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 15:1

14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and Nil administrative staff; sanctioned and filled

15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/D.Litt/ PhD: 01 Ph.D/M.Phil/PG MPhil: 01 PG: 01 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) Nil International funding agencies and grants received

17. Departmental projects funded by DST – FIST; UGC, DBT, Nil ICSSR, etc. and total grants received

18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil

19. Publications 03

 Publication per faculty 01

 Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals Nil (national/ international) by faculty and students

 Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg; Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities Nil International Complete, 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 Nil publishers

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 Citation Index Nil

 SNIP Nil

 SJR Nil

 Impact factor Nil

 h-index Nil

 Publication in Peer reviewed journal

1. S Ali, 2011, “Protocol transparency in heterogeneous computer network”, IGNOU Sree Sankara Journal of Arts, Science and Commerce,Vol-I,Issue- I,56(ISSN No.2250-3706).

2. S Ali, 2011,“Protocol transparency in heterogeneous computer network”,

IGNOU Sree Sankara Journal of Arts, Science and Commerce,Vol-I,Issue-

6,180,(ISSN No.2250-3706).

3. S Ali, 2014,”Transferring in data or information in heterogeneous computer networks”, Journal of Computer Sc. & Application,Vol-6,Issue-I,67(ISSN No.- 2231-1270).

20. Area 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 100% (Compulsory projects including inter departmental/ programme for all 6th semester Students) 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

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24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to Nil the department

25. Seminars/ Conference/Workshop organized & the source of funding a) National Nil

b) International Nil

26. Student profile programme/course wise

Name of the Year Applicati Selected Enrolment Pass % course on received M F

BCA Ist Sem 2011 30 8 7 1 (2014, 6th sem) 67

BCA Ist Sem 2012 40 19 11 8 (2015, 6th sem) 60

BCA Ist Sem 2013 22 12 10 2 (2015, 4th sem) 58

BCA Ist Sem 2014 25 11 9 2 (2015, 2nd sem) 100 (Result not yet announced) 27. Diversity of Students

Name of the Course % of students from % of students % of students from the same state from other states abroad

BCA 90% 10% NIL 28. How many students have cleared national and state 02 competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, (Staff Selection Civil services, Defense service, etc.? Commission) 29. Student progression Against % enrolled

UG to PG 2012:40% 2013: 38% 2014: 42 %

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2015: 50 % Employed

 Campus selection NIL

 Other than campus recruitment 15

Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 25

30. Details of Infrastructural facilities

a) Library 01

b) Internet facilities for staff & students 01

c) Class rooms with ICT facility 01

d) Laboratories 01 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies 15

32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special Nil lectures/ workshops/ seminar) with external experts

33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Group Interaction

34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) Nil and Extension activities 35. SWOC analysis of the department and future plans

SWOC analysis  Qualified Faculties with good infrastructure.

 Lack of awareness on IT.

 High job scope in IT sector.

 Students unable to prepare themselves in frequently changing technology in IT.

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Future Plan of the department

To open PG courses in IT & Computer Application like MCA and MSc(IT).

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ANNEXURE I: Letter of 2(f) and 12B

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ANNEXURE II: Accreditation certificate and Peer Team Report of Cycle I

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ANNEXURE III: Accreditation certificate and Peer Team Report of Cycle 2

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ANNEXURE IV: Affiliation Certificate

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ANNEXURE V: Letter of UGC latest grant

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ANNEXURE V: Letter of UGC latest grant

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ANNEXURE V: Letter of UGC latest grant

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ANNEXURE VI: Letter of RUSA grant

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ANNEXURE VI: Letter of RUSA grant

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ANNEXURE VI: Letter of RUSA grant

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