Self Study Report of Sipajhar College For Re accreditation
Submitted To The National Assessment and Accreditation Council Bengaluru -560 072
Sipajhar College P.O Sipajhar- 784 145 Darrang District, Assam email: [email protected] June 2015
OFFICE OF THE PRINCIPAL SIPAJHAR COLLEGE
P.O.- Sipajhar, Dist. – Darrang(Assam):: Pin-784 145
E-mail- [email protected]
Declaration
I certify that the data in this Self Study report (SSR) are true to the best of my knowledge. This SSR has been prepared solely by the IQAC of the college and no part has been outsourced.
I am aware that the peer team from NAAC will validate the information provided in this SSR during their visit to the college
(Dr Pradip Ch Deka)
Principal ,
Sipajhar College
Sipajhar ,Darrang.
Contents
Contents Page Number
PREFACE 1-9
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 10-14
PROFILE OF THE COLLEGE 15-27
SELF STUDY REPORT 28-156
EVALUATIVE REPORTS OF THE DEPARTMENTS
1. Assamese 157-165
2. Economics 166-177
3. Education 178-185
4. English 186-198
5. Geography 199-207
6. History 208-215
7. Philosophy 216-222
8. Political Science 223-230
ANNEXURES
ANNEXURE 1 Copy of 2(f) certification from UGC
ANNEXURE 2 Copy of 12(b) certification from UGC
ANNEXURE 3 Accreditation certificate from NAAC
ANNEXURE 4 Rural college certification
ANNEXURE 5 Syllabus for Career-oriented Course in
Communicative English
ANNEXURE 6 Syllabus for Career-oriented Course in
Computer Applications
ANNEXURE 7 Master Plan
ANNEXURE 8 Lay out of the Library
ANNEXURE 9 Constitution of Student‘s Union
ANNEXURE 10 Copy of Audit Report
A. PREFACE
One of the leading institutions of higher education in Darrang district, Sipajhar College has come a long way since its inception in 1971. The need for an institution of higher education in Sipajhar was keenly felt by the intellectuals of the area as many talented youngsters of the area had to abandon their dreams of higher education due to financial constraints. Lack of availability of sufficient block which was overcome by the large-hearted and generous people of the area who come forward to donate their agricultural land for setting up the College situated at an easily accessible location along the National Highway 15 (earlier NH52), the college has been able to provide a sustainable momentum to the effort to provide quality education to the student community of the area. From its humble beginnings in the Diamond Club premises and teachers with virtually no salary Sipajhar College has come a long way. Starting out with just Pre- University Classes in 1971, and degree Classes in 1980, Sipajhar College which celebrated its Silver Jubilee in 1997 has contributed significantly to the academic and cultural life 0f the region. With its alumni adoring responsible and respectable positions in society the college has been able to fulfill most of what it set out to do. Sipajhar College has also been rendering yeoman service in the sphere of women education, an area in which the area was lagging behind before its establishment. Permanently affiliated to the Gauhati University the college was brought under the Deficit Grant in Aid system of the Government of Assam in 1986 and is registered under 2(f) and 12B of the UGC since 1996. The college was ―provincialised‖ by the Government of Assam in December 2005 by the Assam College Provincialisation Act.
Mission
To enrich the society through academic advancement and instilling proper attitudes and values needed for the holistic development of each and every student. Vision:
The College which was established with the vision of making quality education accessible to the economically disadvantaged student community of the greater Sipajhar area aspires to nurture and promote the potential of its students to the fullest possible extent.
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Post Accreditation Initiatives
Sipajhar College was accorded C++ grade by NAAC on 4th November, 2004. The IQAC was established on 18th October, 2005 as per instructions from NAAC to carry out the post accreditation duties and responsibilities of the college. The IQAC has been reconstituted in 2012 and institutionalized as a major part of the institutional decision making mechanism. Efforts have been made to improve, among other things, infrastructure facilities by tapping all available sources of funding.
The following are the areas that were mentioned by the NAAC Peer Team needing immediate attention and the same have been accorded due weight- age by the college:
1. Speedy steps are required at the college to enable the teaching and non-teaching staff to become proficient in the use of Computers. This may require expansion of existing facilities.
The matter has been treated with due urgency and all the teaching departments have been provided with Lap-top computers and broadband internet connectivity. All teachers have acquired the ability to use and operate computers and printers and LCD projectors for their day-to-day academic activities. At the time of inspection by the NAAC Peer Team in 2004 the college had just two computers and a Computer Centre with 6 computers (donated by the Army) now the college has two computer labs- (a) Language Lab with 11 computers and OREL software and (2) a Computer Lab with 21 computers and a ceiling –mounted LCD Monitor; a 15KVA Central UPS; a printer. The Computer lab has provision for 20 more computers. At present the college has a total of 44 computers.
2. The college may introduce more need-based job oriented certificate and diploma courses.
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The college has introduced two Career Oriented Certificate Courses in Communicative English and Computer Applications with UGC assistance through it the college is providing the option of add-on certificate courses for the students.
3. The college is at present conducting a programme leading to B.A. Hence steps may be taken to start a degree course in Business Administration and a Diploma Course in Hotel Management.
The college has applied to the UGC for sanctioning two B. VOC courses in Entertainment (Theatre) and Para medical and hospital management and approval is awaited. The college is also in the process of introducing Post graduate courses in Assamese, Political Science and English. The resolution taken in this regard by the GB of the college has been forwarded to the affiliating University, Gauhati University, for its approval. The college has already received a letter from the Registrar of Gauhati University regarding inspection by expert teams from the parent university which is to take place for Assamese and Political Science soon.
4. Temporary teachers who work as hard as full time teachers, need a considerate and sympathetic treatment so that their morale does not sink.
The college authorities have tried their best to keep up the morale of the temporary teachers by increasing their pay commensurate with the college’s financial status besides making provisions for providing them with annual increments. Temporary teachers are also allowed to take classes at nearby institutions to augment their income. In fact it is with great pleasure that we are able to report that six temporary teachers have been up-graded to permanent positions and three draw regular salary due to the efforts of the college. The remaining three are in the process of regularization of pay.
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5. A qualified physical education teacher is to be appointed.
A proposal has already been sent for a Youth Hostel to UGC, sanction is awaited. A qualified physical education teacher has been appointed on a temporary basis. An indoor sports training facility with UGC assistance has been constructed and the same has been equipped with gym equipments. Karate classes for girls are also conducted at the facility by one of our own karate black belt student.
6. The college has to cultivate affinity for cultural programmes among the students by developing artistic talents. Energy can be properly channelized by cultivating talent in fine arts and literature.
The college has a rich cultural heritage and its faculty and students are deeply involved in its acquisition and dissemination. The college has conducted several programmes related to culture and music like-
A 2 day workshop on “Songs of Ambikagiri Roy Choudhury and Kamrupi Loka Geet” was conducted by the college. Training was provided by eminent singers and accredited radio artistes of All India Radio.
Geet aru Kabitar Jugal Bandi a programme on poetry and songs by Sahitya Chora. The programme was conducted by the music teachers of 4 neighboring higher secondary schools and was a big hit with the students.
The college annually observes Dr Bhupen Hazarika Memorial Music Afternoon in memory of the iconic singer on 5th November where the songs and poems of Dr Bhupen Hazarika are rendered by the students and teachers of the college.
Students from the college have participated in the following cultural and literary events during the last four years
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1. Juri Devi a fourth semester student was part of the drama team under the banner of SARSA, an NGO which represented Assam at the Kosi International Literary Festival at Saharsa, Bihar on 12 ,August,2013.
2. Juri Devi and company performed Bihu dance and Deodhani Nritya at the Kosi International Literary Festival at Saharsa, Bihar 2013. 3. Jugabrata Sarma , Juri Devi participated at the All Assam Drama Festival held at Sorbhog,Barpeta On 13-9-2013. 4. Jugabrata Sarma and Juri Devi presented a play “Dushyant the liar “ at Ravindra Bharati, Hyderabad on 12th August, 2013. 5. Juri Devi presented “deodhani nritya” at the Bal Sangam under the aegis of National school of Drama held at New Delhi from 14-20 November, 2013. 6. Lipika Devi and Juri Devi presented “deodhani nritya” at the Purbattar Mela held at Bihar from 1-21 November,2014. 7. Lipika Devi performed “deodhani nritya” at the Folk Dance Festival held in Tripura in 2014. 8. Lipika Devi performed “deodhani nritya” at the Folk Dance Festival held in Hyderabad in 2014 under the aegis of Sangeet Natak Academy, Ministry of Cultural affairs, Government of India. 9. Juri Devi, Jugabrata Sarma and Dibya Haas Sarma presented a play “Dushyanta the liar “ at Abhinaya National Theatre Festival, Hyderabad , 2014. 10. Jugabrata Sarma and Juri Devi acted in the play “Nirvan” presented at the foundation day celebrations of Nalanda University, November,2014. 11. Juri Devi presented Ojha Pali and Deodhani Nritya at Octave at Saharsa in Bihar, 2015. They also were given the honour of preparing and presenting the stage for the event. 12. Juri Devi acted in the play “Dushyant the liar “ at Tulubhar National Theatre festival at Udupi, Karnataka,2015. 13. Silpisikha Devi, Lipika Deka, Jerulina Hafiz and Juri Devi acted in a play “Biral Tapaswee “ at the Mancha Konwar Chandradhar Goswami Memorial Drama Festival , Assam, 2015.
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14. Juri Devi performed Ojha Pali and helped with designing the main ambience at the Bharat Lok Parva, organized by the EZCC(Eastern Zonal Cultural Centre, Kolkata) of Ministry of Cultural Affairs, GOI, Kalakshetra, Assam, 2015. 15. Participated in the exhibition on folk cultural objects at the Mati ka rang National Folk Festival, of Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Dimapur, 2015 16. Nabanita Sarma ,Jugabrata Sarma and Juri Devi participated in the Mudradi Rashtriya Rangotsav; 18-2-2015 at Mangalore, Karnataka 17. Juri Devi presented “deodhani nritya” at the 1st Assam Ethnic Festival held at Karbi Anglong , Assam, from 13-15, March, 2015 18. Priyanshu Deka Secured 2nd prize in “Jayanta Sangit” Gauhati University Youth Festival, 2010; 19. Priyanshu Deka Secured 3nd prize in “Jayanta Sangit” Gauhati University Youth Festival, 2011
Literature Hirak Jyot Nath Secured 2nd prize in recitation of self-composed poem competition at Gauhati University Youth Festival, 2010
7. Modern teaching tools and techniques need to be introduced.
All the teaching departments have been provided with Lap-tops and broadband internet connectivity. All teachers have acquired the ability to use and operate computers and printers for their day-to-day academic activities. The departments of Education, English and Geography have been provided with LCD projectors and these have been integrated into the curriculum. The department of Geography has been provided with GIS and ARC -GPS software.
8. More faculty members are to be encouraged to take Minor Research Projects from funding agencies like UGC, ICSSR and other funding agencies leading to development of research culture among staff.
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From having just 3 faculty with Ph D we now have 8 teachers who have already been awarded Ph D and 8 more at varying stages of progress with their research work. 3 teachers have submitted their MRP proposals to the UGC and are awaiting sanction and approval.
9. Since the classrooms are insufficient in terms of their numbers and courses special efforts are needed for augmenting infrastructure
All out efforts have been made to increase the number of classrooms and augmenting infrastructure. At the time of inspection by the NAAC Peer Team we had 14 class rooms of which 3 were kutcha and 11 were pucca and 2were partitioned rooms since then number of classrooms have increased to 16 and there are no longer any either kutcha nor partitioned rooms. Besides with the help of a State Government grant the construction works of a 5 storied building with provisions for 20 classrooms and 4 laboratories is going on and the ground floor is nearing completion.
10. Full computerization of Administrative department and library is highly desirable. The library needs more books and journals.
The process of computerization of the administrative section has been taken up in a phased manner. The Governing Body of the college appointed a computer assistant in and provided her with a computer and gave her the opportunity to attend and complete SAKSHAM-IT Champion Programme conducted by SAKSHAT, the National Mission on Education through ICT (NME-ICT) in 2011.Besides the office has been provided 3 computers. The Head Assistant and Accounts Assistant were also deputed to attend the UGC sponsored Professional Development Programme of Non-Academic Staff (NAS-3) of colleges and universities at the Academic Staff College, Gauhati University in 2011 and 2009 respectively. The entire admission process has been computerized. The Library has also been partly computerized with the induction of Library Automation software. Steps are underway to digitalize the
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library. The library had 9140 books and 5 journals at the time of inspection by the NAAC Peer Team today we have over 14000 books.
11. The evaluation of performance of teachers by students be done more scientifically. Their feedback may be analysed and concerned teachers may be made known of their strengths and weakness for improvement of teaching learning process.
The student-feed-back form has since been simplified and made bi- lingual for the better understanding of the students. On analysis of the feed-back results by the Analysis Committee it was initially found that there was a lot of misconceptions in the minds of the students and the responses were skewed. At the second attempt the IQAC provided the students with an orientation programme and an analysis was made. Further changes will be initiated in the format if found necessary.
12. Teaching Spoken English is to be undertaken with a great sense of urgency with considerable efficiency.
Keeping this suggestion in mind sporadic attempts were made to conduct Spoken English classes in the college after college hours. These were given up for various reasons. Now however we have a Career- Oriented Course in Communicative English where both Spoken and Written English is taught by a qualified ELT teacher with the help of a Language Lab using 11 computers and OREL software.
13. Construction of Boy’s and Girl’s Hostels be taken up on priority basis.
As per the suggestion of the NAAC Peer Team the process of constructing a Girl’s Hostel was taken up immediately after their visit and with UGC assistance a Girls’ Hostel has been in use since 2006 and has 60 boarders. Since the % of girl students is higher in the college (60:40) and their problems in commuting caused a higher drop-out rate college gave priority to the construction of the Girls’ Hostel.
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The proposal for the construction of a Youth hostel is pending approval with UGC and as soon as funds become available it will be constructed. The college has a site for it within its campus area.
14. Efforts for local financial support, social and community counseling may check the present rate of having dropouts due to socio-economic environment. All the departments of the college provide financial support and psychological counseling to their major students of their departments. The college has adopted Number 1 Bijulibari village and has been providing psycho-social counseling for the women of the village. The college has offered free education and financial support for students securing 1st division in their HSLC and wishing to pursue higher studies in our college.
15. Once or twice the parents/alumni may be invited to hold discussion with the principal and the teachers on academic matters affecting their wards. Parents are regularly invited to meet teachers by the departments of English, Political Science and other departments inform and interact with parents whenever there is any problem or irregularity in academic matters. The IQAC has taken the initiative to have a meeting of the Principal and parents annually. Similarly most of the departments have Alumni associations which meet annually. The college Alumni Association was reconstituted recently and it has chalked out an agenda for interactive activities in the college.
16. The college may establish an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) for periodically checking and identifying areas for further improvement. An Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) was established in 2005 and it was reconstituted in 2012. Since then the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of the college has been playing a proactive role in quality assurance.
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B. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The self study report of Sipajhar College has been prepared based on the five core values advocated by NAAC. This report is also a reflection of the institution‘s endeavour for continuous quality improvement and self-evaluation. Every effort has been made to prepare a report that reflects objectivity, self- analysis and professionalism of all the stakeholders.
Sipajhar College has a clearly stated vision and mission which is adhered to by the college in all respects and these are also clearly articulated in our prospectus. While we follow the academic calendar provided by Guwahati University, the college has a well established mechanism to take care of all matters related to teaching-learning and evaluation. We have a routine committee which prepares the college academic routine and provides it to all the departments. All the departments have their own Action Plans and Course Allotment for individual teachers. Teachers also prepare their Teaching Plans for every semester. The academic activities of all the departments are monitored by the IQAC. Several teachers, including the Principal of the college have been serving as members of different academic bodies of Guwahati University and contribute to the process of development and delivery of curriculum. Apart from the regular undergraduate courses in Arts the college has introduced add-on Undergraduate and Master Degree courses in a few subjects at its study centre of Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University. The college offers two Career Oriented Courses funded by UGC thereby providing academic flexibility to the students. The college also encourages its students to participate in co- curricular and extra-curricular activities at the University, State and National levels. However the college is yet to start either dual degree or self-financing courses.
The college has hit a wall in its efforts at tying-up with industries for the development of the college since there are no industries within a 25km radius; however efforts are still being made to sign up with industries further afield.
The college has been focusing on improving overall performance of the students. It has always made sure that a student with modest marks at entry level can show good results in the university examinations. Students of the college have been showing good results in the university examinations for the last four years. With the college being consistently ranked for the last three
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years as the best college in the district (Darrang) by the university on the basis of overall student performance (pass percentage) it has witnessed a gradual rise in the demand for the courses being offered. There is an active mechanism to review the admission process and for providing equitable opportunities for education for all. The dropout rate of the college has narrowed down considerably.
There is a functional Internal Quality Assurance Cell in the college and so far it has organized several college level seminars focusing on Writing dissertation; Curriculum delivery and evaluation process; Workshops on yoga and meditation; How to face interviews; News Paper Reporting and Proof-reading. Measures for quality improvement of the curricular activities are regularly taken. The IQAC has been institutionalized and the quality enhancing and sustaining measures too have been internalized. Grooming of leadership is done at four levels- academic and research (among the teachers), curricular, extra- curricular (among the students) and environmental (both student and others).
The college has an effective and reliable evaluation system for internal assessment and students who are either unable to take the exams or have fared poorly are given a chance to repeat their exams within a stipulated time. Several departments like English and Political Science hold Mock Final Examinations with full fledged papers modeled on university exams with great results.
It cannot but be admitted that the number of teachers invited as resource persons is less than satisfactory. Since there is no national or state level award for teaching in colleges there is no scope for any lecturer to attain such awards.
Lack of private donors for scholarship and the inability of the college to provide more financial assistance to poor students need to be tackled. Completion of courses in time particularly for the January-July Semester is matter needing serious thought because the teachers are still required to take classes in the 10+2 stage. Moreover, teachers are compelled to take time out for extra academic (Supervisors/ Externals) as well as non-academic duties (Elections) imposed both by the University and State Government which has a detrimental effect in the discharge of college academic duties.
In the field of research, the college has been trying to develop a research culture within the campus. While two teachers have been recognized as research
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supervisors by Guwahati University, several others have been roped in by private universities as supervisors for their research programmes. Of the 25 teachers 8 have Ph D and 12 other teachers are engaged in research work leading to PhD, either as research scholars (8) or research supervisors (4). Being a college with just Arts stream developing research facilities is a major challenge for the college. Only 12 teachers have research publications. More teachers are being encouraged to publish in reputed journals. There is no policy on offering consultancy services in the college as yet. Young teachers are being encouraged to take up research and research projects and research culture is being developed in the students as well.
The college is tapping into all available sources for augmenting its infrastructure and learning resources besides trying to efficiently manage the limited physical space available. The college has a Language Lab with 12 computers and uses Orel software for teaching Communicative English and a Computer Lab with a provision for 40 computers for teaching a course on Computer Applications. Although the college has been accorded permission by the affiliating university to start B.A. programmmes in both Communicative English and Computer Applications, the college is handicapped by a resource crunch and is unable to arrange funds for appointment and payment of the requisite faculty.
We have a girls‘ hostel accommodating 60, an indoor sport complex with gymnasium equipments within the campus. There are two spacious students‘ common rooms for girls and boys. The college also has a canteen, a cycle stand, a meeting hall and parking space for both faculty and students on the campus.
The library has been partially computerized and made reader friendly. The library is yet to have special facility for physically and visually challenged persons till date. The plan for a digital library has been visualized and will be implemented in the near future. All the departments have computers with internet connectivity as well as their own student libraries jointly funded by the faculty and students of the department.
As of now the conference hall can cater to the present demand but a bigger auditorium has to be constructed in near future. It will be a challenge to acquire funds for such a major structure. Residential facilities for the teaching and non- teaching staff is not a major requirement as all teachers and staff have their
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residences within commuting distance. However in case a need to stay back arises the college has its own guest house, albeit with limited accommodation.
The college publishes its prospectus regularly. The website is regularly updated and it carries all information required by the students and other stakeholders. The college faculty have been providing a few awards and to the meritorious and needy students. The college also has a Book Bank which provides additional books to the poor students. The college has no need for in-house facilities for emergency medical aid for the students, staff and teachers as the Sipajhar Community Health Centre and FRU is just a km away and we have a very close and cordial relationship with its medical and support staff.
Student publications are encouraged – the annual college magazine, the college wall magazine; the departmental wall magazines, departmental journals and the journal of the hostel are published regularly.
The annual College Week provides students with the much needed opportunity for extra-curricular activities. Students are encouraged to participate in the Inter College Youth Festival organized by the University. One of our students‘ was selected for participating in the National Karate Competition where though she won no prizes performed creditably. The Rover Crew of Bharat Scouts and Guides of the college have been taking part in many camps and community programmes that have brought social appreciation to the college on several occasions. The Students Union is a democratic body representing the students. Educational tours are conducted every year by the departments where it is mandated by the curriculum. All the departments take their students for annual picnics and Environmental field trips/surveys. The Grievance Redressal Cell has been responsive to the grievances of the students and teachers on the very few occasions its intervention was required.
The college is yet to attract overseas students. All the students are from within the state. The college has not been able to maintain much data on student progression once they leave the college after graduation. We have a functional Alumni Association, besides all the departments have their own Alumni Associations which meet annually on 5th September, which is also Teacher‘s Day. However it has to be admitted that the capabilities of our alumni association could be more profitably tapped.
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Management of the college is fairly decentralized. All the cells and committees have been delegated with adequate powers and responsibilities. The Governing Body has two members from teaching and one member from the non-teaching staff. The teachers and the non-teaching staff work as a united group. Meetings of the Governing Body are regularly held and all issues raised by teachers, staff or students are treated with alacrity and respect. The college maintains an updated government audit report.
The departments do not have any financial autonomy as it is a provincialised college which has no scope for financial autonomy.
The college has two welfare societies run by and for the teaching and non- teaching staff respectively. The college has a small fishery which is leased to its 4th grade temporary employees to supplement their wages ; the college charges them an extremely nominal lease.
The college has Environmental Studies as a mandatory course component. The university has also designated a Nodal teacher for Environmental Studies who manages the related field trips and classes which have been incorporated into the college routine to promote environment consciousness among the stakeholders.
Among the best practices two can be highlighted as success stories: the maintenance of the Log Books and use of Teaching Plans. The Departmental Libraries have contributed to the enhancement of quality.
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C. PROFILE OF THE COLLEGE
1. Name and address of the college:
Name : Sipajhar College
Address : P.O : Sipajhar
District: Darrang, Assam
Pin : 784145
2. For communication:
Designation Name Telephone Mobile email No
Principal Dr. P.C. Deka 03713- 9954044122 [email protected] 266427
Vice Dr.Tandrali 9864094357 tandrali.choudhary@gm principal Choudhury ail.com
IQAC Dr. Malini 9435550324 [email protected] Nair Coordinator
3. Status of the Institution:
Affiliated College √ Constituent College
Any other (specify)
4. Type of Institution: a) By Gender
i. For Men
ii. For Women
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b) By shift:
i. Regular √
ii. Day
iii. Evening
5. Is it a recognized minority institution?
Yes
No √
If yes specify the minority status (religious/linguistic/any other) and provide documentary evidence. N.A.
6. Source of funding: Government √ Grant-in-aid √
Self-financing
Any other
7. a. Date of establishment of the college: 16/08/1971
b. University to which the college is affiliated/or which governs the college
(if it is a constituent college) Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam
c. Details of UGC recognition:
Under Section Date, Month & year Remarks (if any) (dd/mm/yyyy)
i) 2 (f) 08-08-1996
ii) 12 (A) 08-08-1996
(Enclose the Certificate of recognition u/s 2 (f) and 12 (B) of the UGC Act)
Annexure I, Annexure II
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d. Details of recognition/approval by statutory/regulatory bodies other than UGC (AICTE, NCTE, DCI, PCI, RCI etc.) N.A.
8. Does the affiliating University Act provide for conferment of autonomy (as recognized by the UGC), on its affiliated college?
Yes √ No
If yes, has the College applied for availing the autonomous status?
Yes No √
9. Is the college recognized?
a. by UGC as a College with Potential for Excellence (CPE)?
Yes No √
If yes, date of recognition …………………………………………… (dd/mm/yyyy)
b. for its performance by any other governmental agency?
Yes No √
If yes, Name of the agency…………………………………..and
Date of recognition…………………………. (dd/mm/yyyy)
10. Location of the campus and area in q.mts:
Location* Rural
Campus area in sq.mts. 25955.2512
Built up area in sq.mts. 10451.592
(* Urban, Semi-urban, Rural, tribal, hilly Area, Any others specify)
11. Facilities available on the campus:
Auditorium/seminar complex with infrastructural facilities :
One Conference Hall
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Play ground : √-Area: 15180.3567 sq. meters
Mini Sports Complex: Indoor Sports Training Centre area: 550.96 sq. meters.
Swimming pool : No
Gymnasium : Yes
Hostel
Boys‘ Hostel : No (Applied for)
i) Number of hostels:
ii) Number of inmates :
iii) Facilities (mention available facilities)
Girls‘ Hostel: Yes
i) Number of Hostels: 1
ii) Number of inmates: 60
iii) Facilities:
a. Common Room : 2
b. Library : 1
c. Visitors Room: 1
d. Superintendent‘s Quarters : 1
e. Night watchman : 2
f. T.V., news Paper, telephone: Yes
g. Running Water : Yes
h. Health Check-up facilities: Yes
Working woman‘s hostel: No
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i. Number of inmates
ii. Facilities (mention available facilities)
Residential facilities for teaching and non-teaching staff (give numbers available—cadre wise)
a. Quarters teaching staff (Superintendent‘s):
Non-teaching Staff (Night Watchman):
Hostel Cook Staff:
Cafeteria --: Canteen with an area of 70.6 sq meters
Health Center – For First Aid and Health Check-up at Sipajhar Community Health Centre
Health Center Staff-
Qualified Doctor Full time Part time 1
Qualified Nurse Full time Part time 1 Facilities like banking, post office, book shops : No
Transport facilities to cater to the needs of student and staff: No
Animal house : No
Biological waste disposal No
Generator or other facility or management/ regulation of electricity and voltage
a. Individual Transformer: 0
b. Generator Sets: 1
c. UPS: 2
d. Inverter : 2
Solid waste management facility ; 0
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Waste water management: Discharge of waste water to college pond and adjacent wetland areas for ground water recharge.
12. Details of programmes offered by the college (Give date for current academic year)
Sl Programme Name of Duration Entry Medium of Sanctioned No. of students . Level the Qualification instruction student strength admitted N programme /Course o
1. Under i. B.A. English B.A.(regular) B.A.(regular) graduate (regular) & =600 =600 36 10+2 Assamese Months
ii. B.A. 36 10+2 English B.A. B.A. (Distance Months & (distance (distance mode, Assamese mode) =450 mode) =347 KKHSO U)
2. Post- i. M.A. 24 Graduate Assamese 10 graduate (regular) months
ii. M.A. 24 Graduate English A Eng P.Sc. A Eng P.Sc. (Distance months & s s Mode) Assamese KKHSO U 2 20 20 4 2 3 0
3. B.P.P. 100
4. COC CE 6 10+2 English 10 months CA 20
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13. Does the college offer self-financed Programmes /
Yes No √
If yes, how many?
14. New programmes introduced in the college during the last five years if any?
Yes √ No Number 2
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.)
Particulars UG PG
Arts Assamese Assamese(Applied for)
Economics
Education
English English(Process underway) Geography
History
Philosophy Political Science Political Science (Applied for)
16. Number of Programmes offered under (Programme means a degree course like BA, BSc, MA, M.Com.)
a. annual system BA 1
b. semester system BA 1
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c. trimester system 0 17. Number of programmes with
a. Choice Based Credit System 0
b. Inter/Multidisciplinary Approach 1
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 the 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)
b. NCTE recognition details (if applicable)
Notification No…………………………………………………..
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Date…………………………………………………… (dd/mm/yyyy)
Validity ………………………………………………………
c. Is the institution opting for assessment and accreditation of Physical Education Programme separately?
Yes No √
20. Number of teaching and non-teaching positions in the institution Position Teaching Faculty Non Technical teaching staff Professor Associate Assistant staff professor Professor
*M *F *M *F * *F *M *F *M *F M
Sanctioned by the 00 00 12 4 7 2 10 1 00 00 UGC/University/
State Government Recruited
Yet to recruit 1 2
Sanctioned by the 00 00 00 00 05 05 04 1 0 0 Management/soci ety or other authorized bodies
Recruited
Yet to recruit
*M- Male *F-Female
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21. Qualification of the teaching staff
Highest Professor Associate Assistant Total qualification professor professor
Male Female Male Female Male Female
Permanent teacher
D.Sc./D.Litt.
Ph.D. 4 2 1 1 08
M.Phil. 2 1 4 1 08
P.G. 6 1 4 0 11
Temporary teacher
Ph.D.
M.Phil. 1 1 02
P.G.
Part-time teacher
Ph.D.
M.Phil.
P.G. 2 4 06
22. Number of visiting faculty/Guest Faculty engaged with the college 0
23. Furnish the number of the students admitted to the college during the last four academic years. (BA)
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Categories 2010-2011 2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014
M F M F M F M F
SC 5 16 7 12 14 16 14 25
ST 0 0 4 4 00 01 2 4
OBC 97 131 165 320 166 228 209 334
General 126 173 309 339 341 439 354 483
Other(Minority) ------
24. Details of students enrollment in the college during the current academic year:
Type of students UG PG M.Phil. Ph.D. Total
Students from the same 1476 1476 state where the college is located
Student from other state of - - - - - India
NRI students - - - - -
Foreign students - - - - -
Total 1476 1476
25. Dropout rate in UG and PG (average of the last two batches)
UG 40% PG
26. Unit Cost of Education
(Unit cost= total annual recurring expenditure (actual) divided by total number of students enrolled)
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a. Including the salary component Rs. 29,864.00
b. Excluding the salary component Rs. 10,770.00 27. Does the college offer any programme/s in distance education mode (DEP)?
Yes √ No
If yes,
a. Is it a registered centre for offering distance education programmes of another University
Yes No √
b. Name of the University which has granted such registration
Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University
c. Number of programmes offered 3 d. Programmes carry the recognition of the distance Education Council.
Yes √ No 28. Provide Teacher -Students ratio for each of the programme/course offered:
PG
BA
DE
29. Is the college applying for Accreditation:
Cycle 1 Cycle2 √ Cycle3 Cycle4
Re-Assessment:
(Cycle 1 refers to first accreditation and Cycle2. Cycle3, Cycle4 refers to re-accreditation)
30. Date of Accreditation* (applicable for Cycle 2, Cycle 3, Cycle 4 and re- assessment only)
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Cycle 1: (04/11/2004) Accreditation Outcome/Result: C++
*Kindly enclose copy of accreditation certificates and peer team reports as an annexure. Annexure III
31. Number of working days during the last academic year.
240
32. Number of teaching days during the last academic year.
(Teaching days means days on which lectures were engaged excluding the examination days) 180
33. Date of establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)
IQAC: 18/01/2005
34. Details regarding submission of Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQAR) to NAAC
35. Any other relevant data (not covered above) the college would like to include (Do not include explanatory/descriptive information): No
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D. CRITERIA-WISE INPUTS
1.1 CRITERIA I : CURRICULAR ASPECTS
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 College which was established with the vision of making quality education accessible to the economically disadvantaged student community of the greater Sipajhar area aspires to nurture and promote the potential of its students to the fullest possible extent.
Mission:
To enrich the society through academic advancement and instilling proper attitudes and values needed for the holistic development of each and every student.
The vision and mission statements are communicated to the students, teachers, staff and other stakeholders through the college prospectus and the college website.
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 has an academic calendar in conformity with the university academic calendar to implement the curriculum. Each and every department formulates its own action plan and departmental routines. Monthly review meeting of the departments take stock of the progress towards effective implementation. The academic committee reviews the academic progress of the college every three months in consultation with the Heads of the Department.
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?
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Teachers are encouraged not only to attend Orientation Courses; Refresher Courses Short Term Refresher Courses; Seminars and Workshops but also to present papers at these.
1.1.4 Specify the initiative 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 been actively contributing to the introduction of various curricular activities. For example it organized a college level workshop on the implementation of semester system on 31st May 2011 in which resource persons from Gauhati University provided valuable inputs. It also coordinates and monitors effective implementation of the new curriculum at the zonal level. Most of the senior teachers visit different colleges as external examiners and supervisors for university examinations. Several teachers of the college are part of the University Committees.
(i) Dr P.C. Deka: Ph D Guide; Expert, Selection Committee.
(ii) Dr Tandrali Choudhury: External Supervisor; Head Examiner; Expert, Selection Committee, Resource Person. Paper-Setter (Gauhati University)
(iii) Dr Debabrata Bordoloi: Ph D Guide; External Supervisor; Head Examiner; Expert, Selection Committee, Resource Person.
(iv) Mr M Kataki: External Supervisor; Head Examiner.
(v) Dr D C Das: Ph D Guide; External Supervisor; Head Examiner; Expert, Selection Committee, Resource Person, Examiner and Paper-Setter (Gauhati University), Member UG Board of Studies.
(vi) Mr C Choudhury: Head Examiner; Expert, Selection Committee, External Examiner.
(vii) Dr Malini Nair: Examiner and Paper–Setter (Gauhati University; IDOL); Expert, Selection Committee.
(viii) Dr Ram Ch Deka: Ph D Guide; External Supervisor; Head Examiner; Expert, Selection Committee, Resource Person.
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(ix) Dr P.K. Nath: Ph D Guide; External Supervisor; Head Examiner; Expert, Selection Committee, Resource Person, Examiner (Gauhati University)
(x) Mr Mukul Saharia: External Supervisor; Examiner(Gauhati University)
(xi) Mrs B Sharma: Examiner (Gauhati University; IDOL); Expert, Selection Committee; Member UG Board of Studies; Nodal Teacher Environmental Studies( notified by Gauhati University)
(xii) Mr Mantu Hazarika: Examiner (Gauhati University; IDOL); External Supervisor.
(xiii) Dr D Nath: Member UG Board of Studies (Gauhati University)
(xiv) Dr. S. Rezia: External Examiner.
(xv) C.P. Borah: Head Examiner, Supervising Officer, Degree Examination, G.U.
(xvi) T.Deka: Supervising Officer, Degree Examination, Examiner, Degree Examination, G.U.
(xvii) Gultaz Begum: Examiner(Gauhati University)
(xviii) A Samad Supervising Officer, Degree Examination, Examiner, Degree Examination(Gauhati University)
(xix) Jalti Ram Hazarika Supervising Officer, Degree Examination, Examiner, Degree Examination (Gauhati University)
(xx) Chitra Rani Baruah Supervising Officer, Degree Examination, Examiner, Degree Examination (Gauhati University)
1.1.5 How does the institution network and interact with beneficiaries such as industry, research body and the university in effective operationalization of the curriculum?
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Sipajhar College has been an active partner in conducting examinations and evaluations on behalf of Gauhati University. It has had evaluation zones for both Annual and Semester Examinations. Its teachers are also actively involved in the monitoring and conducting of examinations and by acting as Supervising Officers and External Examiners/Paper Setters at these examinations.
1.1.6 What are the contributions of the institution and/or its staff members of the development of the curriculum by the University? (number of staff members/departments represented on the Board of Studied, student feedback, teacher feedback, stakeholder feedback provided, specific suggestions etc.
By virtue of being a college affiliated to a University in the matter of curriculum design and development processes the college has no scope for initiatives and measures on its own. However, the following faculty members of the college are members of various statutory bodies of Gauhati University and regularly give necessary suggestions and instructions.
Name Designation Board/Body
Mrs. B. Sharma Associate Under graduate Board of Professor studies (Dept of English)
Dr. D. Nath Assistant Syllabus preparation Professor Committee (Dept of History)
1.1.7 Does the institution develop curriculum for any of the courses offered (other than those 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 designed and developed the curriculum for the following career oriented programmes and the details of the same are attached as annexures:
1. CE : Annexure IV
2. CA : Annexure V
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1.1.8 How does the institution analyze/ensure that the stated objectives of curriculum are achieved in the course of implementation?
There are specific mechanisms for analyzing and ensuring the stated objective of curriculum. At the departmental level there are monthly review meetings on the Action Plan and Course Allotment which ensure implementation of the curriculum. The teachers‘ Log Books are analyzed and measures are recommended on the basis of the same. The IQAC chairman holds monthly meetings with the heads of departments where the Heads provide updates on their departments and the chairman gives his suggestions and inputs for the betterment of the implementation process.
1.2 Academic flexibility
1.2.1 Specifying the goals and objective give details of the certificate/diploma/skill development course etc. offered by the institution.
Sipajhar College offers 2 skill development programmes (Career Oriented Programmes):
1. Certificate course in Computer Application.
2. Certificate course in Communicative English.
&
3. A short term Computer Literary Course (for all major students).
1.2.2 Does the institution offer programmes that facilitate/dual degree? If yes, give details.
A. The college offers a few add-on parallel courses under Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University. They are as follows :
1. Bachelor Preparatory Programme.
2. B.A. in Assamese, English, Education, Economics, History, Philosophy and Political Science.
3. M.A. in English, Assamese and Political Science.
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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 skill development, academic mobility, progression to higher studies and improved potential for employability
The College has flexible educational programmes. Apart from the regular programme, it also offers 2 Career oriented Courses and Degree/Diploma courses under Distance Mode of Education. Students can pursue add-on courses to improve their employability.
1.2.4 Does the institution offer self-financed programmes, If Yes, list them and indicate how they differ from other programmes, with reference to admission, curriculum, fee structure, teacher qualification, salary etc.
No.
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.
Yes. Sipajhar College offers 2 skill development programmes (Career Oriented Programmes):
1. Certificate course in Computer Application.
2. Certificate course in Communicative English.
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 choice the courses/combination of their choice? If ‗Yes‘, how does the institution take advantage of such provision for the benefit of students?
No.
1.3 Curriculum Enrichment
1.3.1 Describe the effort made by the institution to supplement the University‘s curriculum to ensure that the academic programmes and Institution‘s goals and objectives are integrated?
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1.3.2 What are the efforts made by the institution to modify, enrich and organize the curriculum to explicitly reflect the experiences of the students and cater to needs of the dynamic employment market?
Teachers are regularly invited to the Undergraduate Board of Studies of the respective department for consultation in this regard. The Career Oriented Programmes have been introduced to provide self-employment opportunities.
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 college is genuinely concerned about issues like Gender, Climate Change, Environmental Education, Human Rights, etc and some of these have been effectively incorporated into the curriculum. For example Environmental Education has been made part of the syllabus whereas International Women‘s Day and World Environment Day are celebrated annually in their true spirit with appropriate programmes on the designated dates. The college also conducts regular awareness camps on human rights, constitutional rights and duties of citizens in its peripheral villages. Examples from last four years:
Date Venue Topic of awareness programme
23.11.2009 Garukhuti Election and its relevance in democracy Higher Secondary School
5.11.2009 Duni, Higher Vote: How to Cast, Why and to Whom Secondary School
11.2013 Gandhismriti Voting Behaviour and Political School, Higher Consciousness of Women. Secondary, Darrang
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4.3.2015 Barampur A Talk on Women Empowerment Mission, L.P.School 2015 presided over by Mridula Sarma, Social activist.
Date Area
29.11.2011 Kurua Village Field Survey on Political Consciousness among the women
17.11.2012 Dumunichowki, Voting Behaviour Aulachouka,
Bordoulguri, Dipila
1.3.4 What are various value-added courses/enrichment programmes offered to ensure holistic development of students?
The college has following programmes and courses to ensure holistic development of students.
a. The IQAC has developed a tie-up with Brahma Kumaris for spiritual, moral and ethical education. There is a Karate Centre for development of self-defence skills for the girl students conducted by one of our own Black-Belt students.
b. The college has been conducting two career oriented and skill development programmes for employment of students. Presently, 2 such courses are in progress.
c. Career Counseling Cell of the college takes care of introducing the students to various up to date career opportunities. The college focuses on maintaining a strong community-relationship and its students and faculty are encouraged to participate in co-curricular activities in coordination with its Rover crew of Bharat Scouts and Guides, extension activities like health awareness programmes, blood grouping camps, environmental awareness programmes etc.
1.3.5 Citing a few example enumerate on the extent of the feedback from stakeholders in enriching the curriculum? SELF STUDY REPORT FOR RE-ACCREDITATION, SIPAJHAR COLLEGE | 35
The college welcomes feed-backs in enriching the curriculum from the following stakeholders:
a. Students
b. Guardians
c. Educationists
Formal feedback forms are used in the cases of students. The annual guardians‘ meet of the college offers the much needed opportunity for face-to-face interaction with this important stakeholder. However, as an affiliated college our role is limited to conveying the same to the university.
1.3.6 How does institution monitor and evaluate the quality of its enrichment programmes?
There is a formal mechanism for holding evaluative examination and giving certificates for both the career oriented courses.
1.4 Feedback system
1.4.1 What are the contribution of the institution in the design and development of the curriculum prepared by the University?
As an affiliated college the college does not have a direct role in preparing the curriculum. However, several of the teachers of the college are actively engaged as subject experts in preparing syllabi of various subjects as member of Undergraduate Board of Studies.
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
Yes. There is a formal mechanism to obtain feedback from students. The IQAC makes all the necessary arrangements for obtaining feedback from the students and these are analysed by a committee. The analysis is then communicated to individual teachers for improvement in curriculum
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delivery only since an affiliated college does not have any direct role in preparing the curriculum.
1.4.3 How many new programmes/courses were introduced by the institution during the last four years? What was the rational for introducing new courses/programmes?)
2 Career oriented courses were introduced. Details of the rationale of the courses have been mentioned above in 1.2.1 and 1.2.5.
CRITERION II: TEACHING-LEARNING AND EVALUATION
2.1 Student enrolment and profile
2.1.1 How does the college ensure publicity and transparency in the admission process?
The college ensures wide publicity for admission through the institutional website, prospectus, notification on its notice boards and word-of-mouth. The admission procedure is duly mentioned in the Prospectus. List of selected candidates is displayed for public viewing.
2.1.2 Explain in details 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 and interview, (iv)any other) to various programmes of the Institution.
Admission is strictly on the basis of merit with clear provision for reservation of seats for backward communities as per State Government rules.
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 college of the affiliating university within the city/district.
Comparative Statement of the maximum and minimum percentage of mark for admission at entry level of the college within the city/district for the year 2012-13
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Sl.No Name of college Name of course
B.Sc. B.A.
Maxi Mini Maxi Mini
1 Sipajhar College - - 84% 47%
2 Mangaldai College - - 82% 49%
3 Kharupetia College - - 79.21% 30%
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 committee reviews the entire admission process every year and takes necessary steps to alter the criteria for admission from time to time to ensure that the policies are transparent and satisfactory to all stakeholders. For instance a major change was effected in the admission procedure by introducing cut-off marks as the criteria for admission into B.A. (Major) Course. Instead of admitting students solely on the basis of the marks in their last examinations, a cut-off mark has been decided for the subject in which ―major‖ is sought. This helps in selecting the deserving students for major programmes and also saves valuable time by avoiding major entrance tests after admission. Students too appear to be happy about being admitted into the major course directly on the day of admission itself.
2.1.5 Reflecting on the strategies adopted to increase/improve access for following categories of students (SC,ST,OBC); enumerate on how the admission policy of the institution and its student profiles demonstrate/reflect the National commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Government policies on reservation are strictly followed to promote education among students belonging to weaker sections like SC, ST, OBC etc.
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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 action initiated for improvement.
Programmes Year Number of Number of Demand application students Ratio admitted
B.A. 2013-14 777 627 1.24:1
2012-13 696 571 1.22:1
2011-12 693 600 1.16:1
2010-11 592 548 1.08:1
Comment: The College has witnessed an increasing trend in the number of students seeking admission into graduate courses as shown in the above table. The obvious increase in the number of students opting for admission into the college is due to the measures initiated for improvement of academic environment within the college.
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2.2 Catering to Diverse Needs of Students
2.2.1 How does the institution cater to the needs of differently-abled students and ensure adherence to government policies in the regard?
The college takes care of the special needs of the differently-abled students by providing ramps for the Persons with Disability (PwD), personal counseling at the departmental level for those in need of emotional support so that they can overcome their disabilities and concentrate on their areas of proficiency.
2.2.2 Does the institution assess the students‘ needs in terms of knowledge and skill before the commencement of the programme? If ‗yes‘ give details on the process.
All the departments offering major course used to conduct tests before enrolling the students for the same till 2009. However, this practice has been discontinued and admission to major in the subject sought is based on the marks obtained in the concerned subject.
2.2.3 What are the strategies drawn and deployed by the institution to bridge the knowledge gap of the enrolled students to enable them to copy with the programme of their choice? (Bridge/Remedial/Add-on/Enrichment Courses, etc.
If and when a gap is noticed between the expected proficiency of the students and their actual performance in the beginning of the course they are guided into choosing a different subject with minimum waste of time.
2.2.4 How does the college sensitize its staff and students on issues such as gender, inclusion, environment etc.?
Being a college where the majority of students are girls‘, the college takes special care to sensitize its staff and students on issues of gender and inclusion. The students are regularly introduced to the concepts and issues like gender equality, female health and hygiene, AIDS and other STDs, women‘s education etc. The Women‘s‘ Cell of the college unit of Assam College Teachers‘ Association, in collaboration with the Extension Activities Cell conducts effective lectures and invited talks. Promotion of women‘s education, health and hygiene of the rural women are some of the core issues that find prominence in the functioning of the Women‘s cell.
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2.2.5 How does the institution identify and respond to special educational/learning needs of advanced learners?
All the departments regularly monitor the students in their respective subjects and in the course of time are able to identify the advanced learners. After this, special efforts are made to give them the lead by appointing them as group leaders of student seminars as well as to mentor the weaker students.
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 section of society, physically challenged, slow learners, economically weaker sections etc.)?
1. The academically poor students are identified through the regular departmental tests and corrective measures are initiated accordingly by holding remedial classes.
2. Economically backward students are identified and provided assistance in terms of admission fee and free books by the teachers of the respective departments in order to stop them from dropping out due to economic reasons.
2.3 Teaching-Learning Process
2.3.1 How does the college plan and organize the teaching, learning and evaluation schedules? (Academic calendar, teaching plan, evaluation blue print, etc.)
The action plan provided by the departments to their students at the commencement of each session outlines the academic activities such as sessional examinations; seminar, group discussion etc. that will be conducted in course of the semester. Teaching and evaluation are strictly done according to the university guidelines, schedules and recommendation of Gauhati University.
2.3.2 How does IQAC contribute to improve the teaching-learning process?
The IQAC contributes to improved teaching-learning process by taking the following responsibilities:
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1. Ensuring that Action Plans, Teaching Plans and Course Allotments are prepared before the commencement of the academic session. 2. Making arrangement for obtaining feedback from students. 3. Ensuring regular meetings with parents. 4. Monitoring the teaching and evaluation process. 5. Organizing seminars, workshops, invited lectures by eminent persons. 6. Arranging motivational lectures and Career Counseling for students. 7. Preparation and submission of Annual Quality Assurance Report to NAAC and the Parent University. 8. Acting as the link between Gauhati University and organizations like the Assam College Teachers‘ Association and Assam College Principal‘s Council. 9. Takes the responsibility for proper maintenance of academic records in the Log Book.
2.3.3How 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?
Steps have been taken to make learning student centric by amalgamating different teaching-learning styles like lectures, group discussions, seminars, home assignments, field trips and field project where necessary. The laboratory is a vital part of the practical based courses and students are required to participate in laboratory work regularly.
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?
In order to nurture critical thinking, creativity and scientific temper among the students to transform them in to life-long learners and innovators the college has taken these steps-
1. By holding debating and literary competitions within the college and by encouraging them to attend inter-college competitions. 2. By encouraging students to write in both the departmental wall- magazines and college magazine.
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3. By publishing the annual college magazine. 4. By arranging Field Trips. 5. By promoting departmental students project. 6. By arranging educational tours. 7. By encouraging the students to participate in inter-college and University level competitions.
2.3.5 What are the technologies and facilities available and used by the faculty for effective teaching? Example: 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 college has a Language Lab for teaching Communicative English
The college has a computer lab with a provision for 42 computers to cater to the needs of the students.
The college makes use of N-list e-journals with facilities to access over two thousand e-journals and e-books.
All departments have lap-tops and internet connectivity
Computer student ratio: 1:20
LCD projectors are used to show films and slides
GIS and ARC GPS software is used for curriculum enhancement by the department of Geography.
2.3.6 How are the students and faculty exposed to advanced level of knowledge and skill (blended learning, expert lectures, seminars, workshops etc.)
The students and faculty are exposed to advanced level of knowledge and skill through expert lectures, attending International seminars, National level seminars and Workshops.
2.3.7 Details (process and the number of students/benefitted) on the academic, personal and psycho-social support and guidance services (professional counseling/mentoring/academic advice) provided to students?
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Sl. No Date Initiated by Topic No. of students
1 30-03-2012 ICGC Academic 200 Career options for students after graduation
2 20-04-2013 ICGC and Workshop on 60 Extension Proof- Education reading and Cell News paper reporting
3 20-02-2015 ICGC and How to write 100 Extension a dissertation Education Cell
4 21-5-2015 ICGC Two non- 58 academic career options after graduation
2.3.8 Provide details of innovative teaching approaches/methods adopted by the faculty during the last four years? What are the efforts made by the institution to encourage the faculty to adopt new and innovative approaches and the impact such innovative practices on student learning?
All the departments are encouraged to get the best out of their students and the IQAC has tried to foster a spirit of friendly competition amongst the faculty and students by publicly acknowledging and awarding all students who secure a CGPA of 10 at the open house. The Best graduate of the college is given a sum of Rupees 3000 by the college authorities and the
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Sipajhar College Teacher‘s Welfare Society has decided to award another Rupees 2000 to the Best Graduate.
The department of English allows 5 minutes each to 3 first semester students every day at the beginning of their class to provide a feedback to the teacher on the previous class. This clarifies issues to both the teacher and the students before proceeding further. It also instills in the young students the confidence in their abilities of public speaking. The department of English has also introduced the practice of holding ―Mock- Finals‖ with full-scale university level papers for 1st Semester students.
The department of Political Science has introduced ―micro-teaching‖ and ―macro-teaching‖ where students are required to take classes for 10 and 45 minutes respectively.
2.3.9 How are library resources used to augment the teaching-learning process?
An orientation class is organized for all newly admitted students on various aspects of library usage and regulations. The faculty members personally help the students in locating and using the various learning resources. Moreover, every department maintains fairly sufficient number of books in the departmental libraries.
2.3.10 Does the institution face any challenges in completing the curriculum within the planned time frame and calendar? If ‗yes‘, elaborate on the challenges encountered and the institutional approaches to overcome these.
Yes the college does face serious challenges in completing the curriculum within the time frame for the following reasons:
The college is severely short-staffed with the number of sanctioned posts much below the required norms due to technicalities that cannot be resolved easily. To overcome the problem the college appoints contractual teachers but because of financial constraints the college is unable to pay them well which results in low motivation and caliber.
Thirdly the January-July semester is packed with extra-curricular activities resulting in an insurmountable loss of about 6 weeks‘ worth of teaching making things very difficult for both the faculty and the final year students who face their end-semester exams in May. To overcome this
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problem the college teachers have repeatedly requested that winter vacation of 12 days be replaced with Saturday off instead to little or no avail.
The fourth problem is related to the annual fluctuation in dates of end- semester exams announced by the parent university which catches everyone off-guard, for instance this year the university announced exams schedules a month ahead of last year‘s time-frame causing immense problems. The teachers have taken as many extra classes as possible to make up for the shortfall.
2.3.11 How does the institute monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching learning?
The college monitors and evaluates the quality of the teaching-learning process through the IQAC which takes the following responsibilities:
1. Ensuring that Action Plans, Teaching Plans and Course Allotments are prepared before the commencement of the academic session. 2. Making arrangement for obtaining feedback from students. 3. Ensuring regular meetings with parents. 4. Monitoring the teaching and evaluation process. 5. Organizing seminars, workshops, invited lectures by eminent persons. 6. Arranging motivational lectures and Career Counseling for students. 7. Preparation and submission of Annual Quality Assurance Report to NAAC and the Parent University. 8. Acting as the link between Gauhati University and organizations like the Assam College Teachers‘ Association and Assam College Principal‘s Council. 9. Introduction of Class Diary for proper maintenance of academic records.
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 teacher) to meet the changing requirement of the curriculum
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Highest Professor Associate Assistant Total qualification professor professor
Male Female Male Female Male Female
Permanent teacher
D.Sc./D.Litt.
Ph.D. 4 2 1 1 08
M.Phil. 2 1 4 1 08
P.G. 6 1 4 0 11
Temporary teacher
Ph.D.
M.Phil.
P.G. 1 1 02
Part-time teacher
Ph.D.
M.Phil.
P.G. 2 4 06
As provincialised college we have no say either in the sanctioning/creation of new faculty positions or in retaining experienced teachers. Whenever a vacancy arises either due to death or superannuation posts are filled up as per established UGC and State Government rules. However, part-time/ ad- hoc arrangement are made by the college to tide over the situation by recruiting persons with the necessary qualifications.
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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, Bio informatics etc.)? Provide details on efforts made by the institution in this direction and the outcome during the last three years.
Being a college with just the Arts stream it does not face challenges in the emerging areas of study in the sciences. However the college has been facing problems coping with lack of qualified teachers to teach Computer Applications, Communicative English and Environmental Studies. Problems have arisen primarily due to two reasons. Firstly, the government has not sanctioned new post to teach these subjects. Secondly, the limited financial resource of the college makes it difficult to pay attractive salaries to qualified and competent teachers. Given this scenario for Environmental Studies we have been requesting regular teachers from all the departments to take additional classes and to take on the burden of conducting Environmental field trips.
We have obtained UGC funding for two Career Oriented Courses in Computer Applications and Communicative English and for teaching these courses we have engaged one teacher each with an MCA and ELT degrees respectively from this academic session. These subjects have been incorporated into the college routine and curriculum as add-on/optional subjects.
2.4.3 Providing details on staff development programmes during the last four years elaborate on the strategies adopted by the institution in enhancing the teacher quality. a) Nomination to staff development programmes
Academic Staff Development Programmes Number of faculty nominated
Refresher courses 15
HRD programmes 0
Orientation programmes 1
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Staff training conducted by the university 3
Summer/winter schools, workshops etc 12
b) Faculty Training programmes organized by the institution to empower and enable the use of various tools and technology for improved teaching-learning
Handling new curriculum
The college nominated two teachers for a workshop on implementation of semester system conducted by Gauhati University and after attending the workshop they in turn conducted an orientation programme for the rest of the teachers on the same topic in the college.
The Principal of the college also attended a workshop conducted by Gauhati University on problems faced in the implementation of semester system and presented a paper on it.
.Selection, development and use of enrichment materials:
Training and demonstration programmes for the faculty members on the sophisticated laboratory equipments like GIS acquired under XI Plan schemes of UGC held in 2012.
Assessment:
Four programmes on evaluation under Semester system including internal assessment and management of evaluation process under supervision of Academic Committee of the college.
Cross cutting issues :
National seminars were held on ―Panchayati Raj as An Institution For Empowering the Women of India, With Special Reference To Assam‖ on September 19th and 20th , 2014 and ―Socio-economic changes in North-East India under Colonial rule‖ on 21st and 22nd October 2014.
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Audio visual Aids/multimedia:
Audio-visual aids are regularly used by the departments of Education, English and Geography to supplement lectures. c) Percentage of faculty
Invited as resource persons in Workshops/Seminars/Conferences organized by external professional agencies: 10%
Participated in external Workshop/Seminars/Conference recognize by national/international professional bodies: 75%
Presented papers in workshops/seminars/Conferences conducted or recognized by professional agencies: 25%
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 cannot provide research grants on its own but we encourage the teachers to take study leave under UGC Faculty Development Programme. Two teachers have availed Teacher Fellowship so far. 4 faculty members are approved research guides of Gauhati University and other Universities.
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.
Since there is no national or state level award for teaching in colleges there is no scope for any lecturer to attain such awards.
2.4.6 Has the institution introduced evaluation of teachers by the students and external Peers? If ‗yes‘ how is the evaluation used for improving the quality of the teaching-learning process?
Yes, the college has introduced evaluation of teachers by the students. The students are required to evaluate teachers through specially designed
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feedback forms every semester. These feedback forms are processed and analyzed by the IQAC and then placed before the Academic Committee for necessary action.
2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms
2.5.1 How does the Institution ensures that the stakeholders of the Institution especially students and teachers are aware of the evaluation process?
The college prospectus includes the Academic Calendar provided by the parent university which provides all the necessary information regarding examination schedules, paper-wise marking for internal and external components and the evaluation process. The Action Plans of all the departments along with the Activity Schedule and Course Allotment too provide a clear picture of schedule for internal examinations and other related academic activities and evaluation for the year. The teachers take care to make students aware of the entire evaluation process at the college level as well as at the University level and copies of Action Plans, Activity Schedule and Course Allotment too are provided to the major students by the departments. During the last two years, two workshops have been organized for the students and the teachers on the new evaluation process under the Semester System.
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?
Semester System has been introduced by Gauhati University from the session 2010-2011 and the college has implemented the same. As per semester system format 20% of the total marks of all papers are earmarked for internal assessment to be conducted by the college through various internal assessment tools like Sessional Examinations, Seminar presentation, group discussion etc. The evaluation of the end- Semester examination is conducted at several designated zones where teachers who are appointed as examiners by the university evaluate scripts. Sipajhar College has been conducting on-the-spot evaluation as one the zones of the University.
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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 college has implemented the semester system of evaluation since its introduction. It has an Internal Semester Monitoring Committee as per University requirements. The college undertakes internal assessment through Group Discussion, Seminar Paper Presentation, Home Assignments, Field Works, and Project reports.
2.5.4 Provide details on the formative and summative evaluation approaches adapted to measure student achievement. Cite a few examples which have positively impacted the system.
Formative assessments are made through PPT Unit Tests (Pen and paper test), Departmental Seminars and Group Discussions at the department level and a centrally conducted Internal Assessment Examination carrying 20% mark to the final CGPA. The internal assessment process has positively impacted the system by involving the students in activities that help them acquire individual and collective interpersonal communication skills. For example, while preparing the paper for presentation in Departmental Seminars the mentoring system is used where the senior students who are preparing to repeat their papers are assigned to guide and coordinate with their junior friends. Again at the time of paper presentation the immediate senior batch is the critical audience.
Again, the Mock Final Examination with full-length university level papers has greatly benefitted the first semester students by giving them a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the system about which they are otherwise clueless. Besides the experienced teachers are able to anticipate many of the university questions which gives them a definite edge in their preparations for the final. The thoroughly evaluated scripts are returned to
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the students and they are able to make up for their shortcomings in the intervening period.
Unit test scripts are also evaluated and returned to the students and the same are counter-signed by the guardians and shown to the HOD which has a positive impact upon both students and parents who are kept abreast of the performance of their wards.
It is seen that after the rigours of internal evaluation processes students not only perform better but are also more confident in their approach to the final examinations. Almost all the students who are admitted to our college improve upon their entry level performance.
2.5.5 Enumerate on how the institution monitors and communicates the progress and performance of students though the duration of the course/programme? Provide an analysis of the students‘ results/achievements (Programme/course wise for last four years) and explain the differences if any and patterns of achievement across the programmes/courses offered.
Sipajhar College monitors and communicates the progress and performance of the students in the following ways:
We conduct a Mock Final Examination with full-length university level papers which has greatly benefitted the first semester students by giving them a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the system about which they are otherwise clueless. Besides the experienced teachers are able to anticipate many of the university questions which gives them a definite edge in their preparations for the final. The thoroughly evaluated scripts are returned to the students and they are able to make up for their shortcomings in the intervening period.
Unit test scripts are also evaluated and returned to the students and the same are counter-signed by the guardians and shown to the HOD which
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has a positive impact upon both students and parents who are kept abreast of the performance of their wards.
The results of the annual examinations organized centrally by the university are discussed in the Academic Council Meeting every year and these are evaluated and discussed thread-bare.
The following is an analysis of the performance of the students across disciplines during the last four sessions:
Year Total Total Pass appeared Passed Percentage
2011 131 118 90%
2012 139 112 80.57%
2013 195 176 90.25%
2014 239 213 89.12%
The result sheet shows a steadily improving performance by the college.
2.5.6 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.)
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Under the Semester System internal assessment covers 20% of the total marks and all the departments of the college have introduced various participatory evaluation mechanisms like paper presentation at students‘ seminars, group discussions, unit tests etc. These methods of evaluation ensure due weight-age to behavioral aspects, independent and group learning and communicative skills. Internal assessment has also ensured regular attendance in classes, greater participation in classroom activities, and higher rates in submission of home assignments and project reports.
2.5.7 Does the institution and individual teachers use assessment/evaluation as an indicator for evaluating student performance, achievement of learning objectives and planning? If ‗yes‘, provide details on the process and cite a few examples.
Yes, the college and the teachers use assessment and evaluation as an indicator for evaluating student performance, achievement of learning objectives and planning. A few examples are given below:
The scripts of Mock Final Examination conducted with full-length university level papers are thoroughly evaluated and are returned to the students which enables them to make up for their shortcomings in the intervening period.
Unit test scripts are also evaluated and returned to the students and the same are counter-signed by the guardians and returned to the HOD which has a positive impact upon both students and parents who are kept abreast of the performance of their wards right from the initial stage. Secondly the performance is used both as a feedback and indicator of assessing performance by the teachers
The results of the annual examinations organized centrally by the university are discussed in the Academic Council Meeting every year and these are evaluated and discussed thread-bare.
2.5.8 What are the mechanisms for redressal of grievances with reference to evaluation both at the college and university level?
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The college has a strong mechanism for redress grievance related to evaluation both at the University and college levels. All grievances related to University examinations are promptly forwarded by the principal of the college and necessary steps are taken to communicate the same to the University authorities. The University has provisions for re-assessment and re-evaluation of the results. Regarding internal evaluation there has yet to be any problems related to evaluation at the department level as utmost care is taken to avoid errors.
2.6 Student performance and Learning Outcomes
2.6.1 Does the college have clearly stated learning outcomes? If ‗yes‘, give details on how the students and staff are made aware of these?
Yes, the college has clearly stated learning outcomes.
The college makes these learning outcomes known to the students, teachers and the other stakeholder through its prospectus which contains the mission and vision of the college. The same is also stated in the institutional website.
2.6.2 How are the teaching, learning and assessment strategies of the institution structured to facilitate the achievement of the intended learning outcomes?
The teaching, learning and assessment strategies are designed not only to reflect the curricular objectives of the University but also to facilitate the intended learning outcomes of the college. For instance, Environment Studies and Computer Application are college compulsory subjects. Lectures, seminars, workshops, group discussions and field trips are all utilized to orient the students to the institutional goals. Self-reliance, competence and a sense of equality are inculcated among the students. Even when the final result cards of some of the students do not reflect the achievement of these stated learning outcomes, the students of the college have been recognized in the society as disciplined, well-cultured and self- reliant. That the college has a prescribed uniform for students is indicative of the respect for tradition, equality, convenience, modesty and modernity.
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2.6.3 What are the measures/initiatives taken up by the institution to enhance the social and economic relevance (quality jobs, entrepreneurship, innovation and research aptitude) of the courses offered?
With an eye on improving employability of our under-graduates we have introduced two career oriented courses in Communicative English and Computer Applications of six-month duration. These courses have been incorporated into the college routine to allow students to attend them during daytime so that they are not inconvenienced by having to stay back late.
With the college having just the art stream there is not much scope for innovation, however the extension education cell conducts programmes on food-preservation, cutting and tailoring, setting up nurseries and floriculture. Students are also provided information and guidance on governmental schemes for assistance.
2.6.4 How does the institution collect and analyze data on student learning outcomes and use it for planning and overcoming barriers of learning?
The college has yet to develop a mechanism to collect and analyze data on student learning outcomes and uses the same for planning and overcoming the barriers of learning.
2.6.5 How does the institution monitor and ensure the achievement of learning outcomes?
The various committees of the college like Academic Committee, Information, Career Guidance and Counseling Cell, Women‘s Cell, Extension Education Cell are in place to monitor the achievement of the learning objectives.
2.6.6 What are the graduates attributes specified by the college/affiliating university? How does the college ensure the attainment of these by the students?
Neither Sipajhar College nor Gauhati University, the affiliating body, have any clearly specified statements on graduate attributes.
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CRITERION III: RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION
3.1 Promotion of Research
3.1.1 Does the Institution have recognized research centre/s of the affiliating University or any other agency/organization?
No. However, several of the teachers have been acting as supervisors for Ph. D. programmes with both Gauhati University as well as private universities like JJ University, Singhania University, Dravidian University and Down Town University.
3.1.2 Does the Institution have a research committee to monitor and address the issues of research? If so, what is its composition? Mention a few recommendations made by the committee for implementation and their impact.
Yes, the college has a research committee to monitor and address the issues of research consisting of the following members:
Chairperson: Principal Dr P C Deka
Members:
1. Dr D Bordoloi 2. Dr D C Das 3. Dr R C Deka 4. Dr P K Nath Major decisions taken during the last year
1. Recommended leave under Faculty Development Programme for Barnali Sharma 2. Hold a seminar on writing dissertation. 3. Decided to encourage the faculty members to publish their research findings in reputed journals. 4. Decided to procure sophisticated instruments for departments of the Geography and Education. 5. Decided to approach Gauhati University for permission to guide/supervise scholars for Dr. P.K. Nath, Associate Professor, Department of Assamese.
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3.1.3 What are the measures taken by the institution to facilitate smooth progress and implementation of research schemes/projects?
1. Encourages qualified teachers to obtain authorization to guide Ph. D./M phil. Scholars from Gauhati University as well as UGC recognized universities elsewhere.
3.1.4 What are the efforts made by the institution in developing scientific temper and research culture and aptitude among student?
The college has made efforts in developing scientific temper and research culture and aptitude among students. For example, it
1. Encourages syllabus oriented research project works among the students. 2. Field work/survey for data collection and analysis (Social Sciences). 3. Training to write research articles on their findings.
3.1.5 Give details of the faculty involved in active research (Guiding student research, leading Research Projects, leading Research Projects, engaged in individual collaborative research activity etc.)
The following table is indicative of the involvement of the faculty members in research activities: Sl. Name of Dept. Number of Number of Individual/Collective No. Faculty Projects Research Research Scholars
Major Minor M.Phil. Ph.D.
1. Dr. P.C. Physics Ph.D.(GU) Deka,
Principal
2. Dr. T. Geography Ph.D. (GU); M.Phil. Choudhury (GU).
3. Dr. D.C. Political 4 6 Ph.D.(GU) Das Science
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4. Dr. D. English 4 3 Ph.D.(GU) Bordoloi
5. Dr. R.C. Assamese 2 8 Ph.D.(GU) Deka
6. Dr. P.K. Assamese 2 Ph.D.(GU); M.Phil. Nath (GU)
7. Dr. M. English Ph.D. (IIT-G) Nair
8. Dr. S. Education Ph.D.(JJ University, Rezia Rajasthan); M.Phil. (Periyar University, Tamil Nadu)
9. Dr. D. History Ph.D.(GU) Nath
10. Mrs. G. Economics M.Phil. from Begum Madurai Kamraj University; Submitted Ph.D. at Dravidian University, results awaited.
11. Mr. M. K. Assamese M.Phil. from Saharia Gauhati University and Pursuing Ph.D. at Gauhati University
12. Mr. M. English M.Phil.; Pursuing Hazarika Ph.D. at Singhania University
13. Mr. S.P. Political Pursuing Ph. D at
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Baruah Science G. U.
14. Mrs. B. English Pursuing Ph. D at Sarma G. U.
15. I Hussain Political Pursuing Ph. D at Science G. U.
16. J Nath Education Pursuing Ph. D at
G. U.
17. C Baruah Geography Pursuing Ph. D at
G. U.
3.1.6 Give details of workshop/ training programmes conducted/ organized by the institution with focus on capacity building in terms of research and imbibing research culture among the staff and students.
A day-long workshop on ―how to write a dissertation‖ was organized by IQAC for the students of 4th and 6th semester annually where the authorized Ph.D. guides of the college train our students on how to write their dissertations.
Ph.D. holders from amongst the faculty help fellow researchers by either helping them in data collection or in proof-reading of their dissertation.
3.1.7 Provide details of prioritized research areas and the expertise available with the institution.
Department Research Area Expertise Facilities
English Indian English Ph. D Separate room Literature for scholars
Assamese M Phil; Ph. D Separate room for scholars
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Political Public Ph. D Separate room Science Administration for scholars Thought &Theory
3.1.8 Enumerate the efforts of the institution in attracting researchers of eminence to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students?
Sipajhar College has been inviting researchers and eminent scholars to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students. The following researchers have visited the college so far:
Department Name of Researcher/Scholar
English 1. Dr. Bibhash Choudhury 2. Dr. Runjun Devi 3. Mrs. Dipshika Bhuyan 4. Prof Archana Sarma 5. Prof S.N. Sharma 6. Dr L.K Singh
Political Science 1. Prof Nagen Sarma; 2. Prof Ramani Saharia; 3. Prof D Bhoumik; 4. Prof Niru Hazarika; 5. Prof S Rajkhowa; 6. Prof Dulumoni Goswami; History 1. Prof Sristidhar Dutta 2. Prof Meeta Deka 3. Dr Rina Laisram 4. Dr Arup Jyoti Saikia
3.1.9 What percentage of the faculty has utilized Sabbatical Leave for research activities? How does the provision contributed to improve the quality of research and imbibe research culture on the campus? None
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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)
Most of the research findings are translated into popular articles in local language for public awareness in the form of books, chapters.
The students are regularly informed of the research activities going on in the college by holding felicitations meetings for teachers who are awarded Ph. D.
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.
NIL
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.
There is no provision in the college to provide seed money.
3.2.3 What are the financial provisions made available to support student research projects by students?
Concerned departments are allocated funds for the purpose of field visit in connection with students‘ research projects.
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.
There are several instances of interdepartmental collaboration in the college. Successful examples of are as follows:
Departments Topic
English- Romanticism and its influence on Assamese and Assamese English Literature by Dr P.K.Nath of the Dept of
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Assamese
English-History Impact of Political History of England on English Literature by Mr I Hussain of the Dept of History
English – By Dr R C Deka of the Dept of Assamese Assamese
English –History By Mr. J.K. Hazarika of the Dept of History
3.2.5 How does the institution ensure optimal use of various equipment and research facilities of the institution by its staff and students? The college ensures optimal utilization of various equipment and research facilities by encouraging scholars from other institutions to avail the facilities under institutional collaborations GPS equipment is shared with BSNL.
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 college has not received any special grants from any agency.
3.2.7 Enumerate the support provided to the faculty in securing research funds from various funding agencies, industry and other organizations. Provide details of ongoing and completed projects and grants received during the last four years.
NIL.
Minor Research Projects: Four teachers have submitted project proposals to UGC, approval pending.
Major Projects: NIL
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3.3 Infrastructure for Research
3.3.1 What are the research facilities available to the students and research scholars within the campus?
The following research facilities are available for students:
1. Well-equipped Laboratories in the departments of Geography and Computer Application / Education. 2. Central Library with 14000+ books
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 UGC has been providing the much needed finances for up-gradation of laboratories in the departments of Geography and Education
3.3.3 Has the institution received any special grants for 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.
The college has not received any special grants from any agency.
3.3.4 What are the research facilities made available to the students and research scholars outside the campus/ other research laboratories?
The researchers of the college can avail the libraries and laboratories facilities of the following Universities and Institutions which are situated within 75 km from the home institution.
1. Gauhati University. 2. ICHR. 3. IIT-G 4. KKHSOU. 5. IDOL. 6. Assam Down Town University.
3.3.5 Provide details of the library/information resource Centre or any other facilities available specifically for the researchers?
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3.3.6 What are the collaborative research facilities developed/created by the research institutes in the college. For example, Laboratories, library, Instruments, Computers, new technology etc.
The following are the collaborative research facilities developed in the college:
1. Gauhati University has offered the use of its library to the research scholars of the college as well as research scholars guided by our faculty.
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 following surveys and studies have made valuable observations and recommendations for the benefit of the community:
Date Venue Topic of awareness programme
23.11.2009 Garukhuti Higher Election and its relevance in democracy Secondary School
5.11.2009 Duni, Higher Vote: How to Cast, Why and to Whom Secondary School
11.2013 Gandhismriti Voting Behaviour and Political School, Higher Consciousness of Women. Secondary, Darrang
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4.3.2015 Barampur A Talk on Women Empowerment L.P.School Mission, 2015 presided over by Mridula Sarma, Social activist.
Date Area Field Survey on
29.11.2011 Kurua Village Political Consciousness among the women
17.11.2012 Dumunichowki, Voting Behaviour Aulachouka,
Bordoulguri, Dipila
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 teacher‘s unit publishes an annual research journal ―Sprout‖ with ISSN: 2394 7748 edited by Dr D C Das and its Editorial Board consist of the following members: Dr Malini Nair; Dr P K Nath; Mr P Nath;
Dr Malini Nair is one of the joint editors of ―Jnanam‖ a tri-lingual journal with ISSN-2393 8110
The Dept of English has begun publishing a research journal ―Pegasus‖, edited by its Editorial Board consisting of the following members: Dr Debabrata Bordoloi; Dr Malini Nair; Mrs Barnali Sharma and Mr Mantu Hazarika
The Dept of Political Science publishes a research journal ―IDEAS‖ with ISSN 2320 6225 edited by Dr D C Das its Editorial Board consists of the following members:
Mr Imran Hussain; Mr Sailen Saharia and Mr Simanta Prakash Baruah.
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3.4.3 Give details of publications by the faculty and students:
Sl. Name of Departments No. of Chapter Books No. Faculty Publications(Books in Books Edited Members published+publication in journals)
1. Dr. P.C. Principal 16 00 00 Deka
2. Dr. R.C. Assamese 8 5 5 Deka
3. Dr. P.K. Assamese 5 4 3 Nath
4. Sri M.K. Assamese 00 1 00 Saharia
5. Gultaz Economics 2+3 09 00 Begum
6. Dr. Sultana Education 3 Rezia
7. Dr. Geography 1 Tandrali Choudhury.
8. Jalti Ram Geography 1 Hazarika
9. Chitra Rani Geography 2 Borua
10. Dr. Dibakar Political 4+1 Ch. Das Science
11. Sailendra Political 1 Saharia Science
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12. Simanta Political 2+2 Prakash Science Boruah
13. Mr. Imran Political 8 2 Hussain Science
14. Dr. M. Nair English 3
15. Mrs B English 1 Sharma
16. Mr Mantu English 2 Hazarika
18. Dr. D.Nath History 3
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:
3.5 Consultancy
3.5.1 Give details of the systems and strategies for establishing institute- industry interface?
The Sipajhar College is situated in an industrially backward area and hence there are practically no opportunities for establishing institute- industry interface.
3.5.2 What is the stated policy of the institute to promote consultancy? How is the available expertise advocated and publicized?
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The College is yet to formulate a clear policy to promote consultancy. All the Ph.D. holders of the college provide consultancy services and 4 of them are recognized Ph.D. guides.
3.5.3 How does the institution encourage the staff to utilize their expertise and available facilities for consultancy services?
The college provides a room and library and internet facilities to the research guides and scholars for the consultation provided by them.
3.5.4 List the broad areas and, major consultancy services provided by the institution and revenue generated during the last four years.
Teachers of the college have adopted Bijulibari village and offer honorary consultancy to the people on:
*Health and Hygiene.
*Ecology and Environment.
*Socio- Economic Awareness.
No revenue has been generated as it is purely honorary and philanthropic.
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?
Since the consultancy services are honorary in nature, no revenue is generated.
3.6 Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities
3.6.1 How does the institution promote institution- neighborhood- community network and student engagement, contributing to good citizenship, service orientation and holistic development of students?
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Sipajhar College‘s commitment to promoting institution- neighborhood- community network has prompted the teachers of the college to adopt Bijulibari village and offer honorary consultancy to the people on:
Health and Sanitation, Ecology and Environment, Education of children, particularly that of the girl-child and Information about various Government Schemes on offer for backward communities.
Members of the neighborhood are regularly invited to the college on various occasions to maintain a strong attachment with the college. A member of the Governing Body of the college has to be from the neighboring community. Students are motivated to take part in community oriented activities in order to ensure good citizenship.
The students responded whole-heartedly to the Swach Bharat Mission and cleaned the nearby market area and motivated the shop-keepers and vendors to keep their environment clean by using dust-bins and not littering their shop-fronts.
On public occasions like festival- fairs or fairs organized by the district administration the Rover- Crew of the college provides exemplary volunteer services.
The NSS members have also attended blood-donation camps and motivated others to overcome fears and taboo related to blood-donation. The Red Ribbon Club of the college holds public-awareness meetings/rallies/debates and quiz programmes to create awareness on the ways and means to prevent AIDS and other STD‘s.
The college allows the use of its playground/field to the children of all the neighbouring schools for their Annual Sports Day. The field is also allowed to be used by the neighbouring communities to hold community functions and theatre productions by the theatre artistes of the state.
Our alumni have set up plant nurseries in the periphery of the college and contribute plants for plantation drives on World Environment Day.
Teachers of the college have also planted and provided protection to an avenue of trees on the road leading to the Girls‘ Hostel.
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The Teachers‘ Unit took out a silent protest rally and submitted a memorandum to the Circle Officer of Sipajhar Revenue Circle to register their anguish and anger at the rape of a school teacher.
The college authorities have provided a small fishery with an annual income of about 40,000/ to the non-sanctioned 4th grade employees at a negligible lease of 3000pa
3.6.2 What is the institutional mechanism to track students‘ involvement in various social movements/ activities which promote citizenship roles?
We have departmental alumni associations, the Rover Crew of Bharat Scouts and Guides, a Red Ribbon Club and the Sipajhar College Students Union which provide an institutional mechanism to track students‘ involvement in various social movements/ activities which promote citizenship roles.
3.6.3 How does the institution solicit stakeholder perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution?
The college solicits stakeholder perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution by holding regular annual Parent and Alumni Meets and through interaction obtain their feedback.
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 Extension Activities Cell of the college plans a tentative schedule for extension/ community oriented programmes. The college arranges its own resources for such activities. Some of the major extension programs are mentioned below:
* Organized day-long workshop on Proof reading and News paper reporting;
* Conducted 3 programmes on creating awareness on RTI.
* Workshop on ―Ambikagiri Raychoudhuryr Git aru Kamrupi Lokagit‖
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* Bharat Scouts and Guides Rover Crew took part in Republic Day Parade at Sipajhar.
* Bharat Scouts and Guides Rover Crew took active part in the ‗Pacheti Utsav‘ held at Khatara, Dipila.
* Bharat Scouts and Guides Rover Crew took part in a Service Camp at Manikarneswar, North Guwahati.
* Bharat Scouts and Guides Rover Crew took part in a Service Camp at Satra Mahotsav of Auniati Satra, North Guwahati.
* Bharat Scout and Guide Bharat Scouts and Guides Rover Crew took part in Darrang Mahotsav as volunteers organized by Darrang District Administratoin.
* Bharat Scouts and Guides took part as volunteers at Ambubashi Mela at Kamakhya, Guwahati.
* A day-long work-shop on how to face interviews in association with Bharat Vikas Parishad.
* The Red Ribbon Club annually holds awareness programmes on Prevention of AIDS; Anti-Drugs and Tobacco Day; Blood-Grouping and typing; Rallies against drug addiction; Quiz and inter-institutional debate competitions on prevention of AIDS and Lecture-cum-Interaction with doctors on causes and prevention of AIDS etc.
* A talk on Women‘s rights and law by advocate Usma Jannat Ara Begum from Mangaldai Court.
* A lecture-cum Q&A session with Dr Bhaskar Baruah on health problems faced by adolescent girls.
* Observance of Gandhi Jayanti under the aegis of NSS, Sipajhar College.
* Tree plantation and environmental awareness programme on World Environment Day.
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Sipajhar College promotes participation of students and faculty in extension activities through Bharat Scouts and Guides, NSS and Red Ribbon Club. The college Rover Crew of Bharat Scouts and Guides has been participating in various regional and national programmes.
The Red Ribbon Club annually holds awareness programmes on Prevention of AIDS; Anti-Drugs and Tobacco Day; Blood-Grouping and typing; Rallies against drug addiction; Quiz and inter-institutional debate competitions on prevention of AIDS and Lecture-cum-Interaction with doctors on causes and prevention of AIDS etc.
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 the society?
Extension Activity Cell, along with the support of the various departments has been conducting various programmes among the under-privileged and vulnerable sections of the society details. For details, please refer to item no. 3.6.4.
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 skilled inculcated.
*The day-long workshop on Proof reading and News paper reporting gave students an insight into the world of journalism and offered an alternative career choice.
* The 3 programmes on creating awareness on RTI not only made students themselves aware of the provisions of the RTI Act but also gave them a connection with their community thereby inculcating a sense of social service.
* The workshop on ―Ambikagiri Raychoudhuryir Git aru Kamrupi Lokagit‖ taught the students the finer nuances of folk culture and also gave them some training for the ensuing University Week.
* Bharat Scouts and Guides Rover Crew took part in Republic Day Parade at Sipajhar which instilled in them a feeling of patriotism.
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*Bharat Scouts and Guides Rover Crew took active part as volunteers in the ‗Pacheti Utsav‘ held at Khatara, Dipila and received great praise and appreciation for their work as volunteers and this has created in them an enthusiasm for social and community service as well as a confidence in their abilities.
*Bharat Scouts and Guides Rover Crew took part in a Service Camp at Manikarneswar, North Guwahati which fostered in them fellow-feeling and brotherhood as well as a spirit for community service.
* Bharat Scouts and Guides Rover Crew took part in a Service Camp at Satra Mahotsava of Auniati Satra, North Guwahati and received great praise and appreciation for their work as volunteers and this has created in them an enthusiasm for social and community service.
*Bharat Scout and Guide Bharat Scouts and Guides Rover Crew took part in Darrang Mahotsava as volunteers organized by Darrang District Administratoin and received great praise and appreciation for their work as volunteers and this has created in them an enthusiasm for social and community service.
*Bharat Scouts and Guides took part as volunteers at Ambubashi Mela at Kamakhya, Guwahati and received great praise and appreciation for their work as volunteers and this has created in them an enthusiasm for social and community service.
*The day-long work-shop on how to face interviews in association with Bharat Vikas Parishad.
* The Red Ribbon Club‘s awareness programmes on Prevention of AIDS; Anti-Drugs and Tobacco Day; Blood-Grouping and typing; Rallies against drug addiction; Quiz and inter-institutional debate competitions on prevention of AIDS and Lecture-cum-Interaction with doctors on causes and prevention of AIDS etc enables students to be participants in social change as well as become aware of dangers they are exposed to and know ways and means to prevent and overcome them.
*The talk on Women‘s rights and law by advocate Usma Jannat Ara Begum from Mangaldai Court enabled our students and members of the
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public to become aware of legal protection available to them as citizens and also enabled them to clarify their doubts and worries in this regard. It also inspired a few students to go for law studies after graduation.
* The lecture-cum Q&A session with Dr Bhaskar Baruah on health problems faced by adolescent girls helped to dispel many misconceptions associated with menstruation and allied health problems; thus enlightened they in turn became capable as agents of change and information in their communities.
Observance of Gandhi Jayanti under the aegis of NSS enables the spread of Gandhian values of non-violence and tolerance which are so necessary for peaceful co-existence in a multi-cultural and multi-religious society like ours.
*The tree plantation and environmental awareness programmes organized annually on World Environment Day help students become part of the attempts to protect and promote environment and become responsible, aware and educated citizens.
*The donation of blood by volunteers of NSS has removed fears and taboo associated with blood donation from the minds of fellow students and made the volunteers happy with their sense of service to the community.
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 has ensured the involvement of the community in its out- reach activities by adopting a part of a village and keeping in touch with them, making them the decision makers and debaters on prioritizing their needs. We have clearly spelt out our aims, objectives and limitations with regard to the proposed activities are intimated to the community beforehand. Students from the area studying in our college and their peers from other areas assist in the programmes.
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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.
Sipajhar College has forged constructive relationships with the following NGO‘S:
1. Aikyatan; 2. Udaas; 3. Satra; 4. SARSA
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 Collaborations
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.
Sipajhar College has been collaborating and interacting with the following institutions for research activities:
1. IIT-Guwahati. 2. Gauhati University. 3. Sighania University. 4. Dravidian University. 5. J.J. University, Rajasthan. 6. 8 faculty members have already obtained Ph D degrees from Gauhati University. 7. Madurai Kamraj 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.
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MoU with ―Ximit‖ Xavier Institute of Management and Information Technology; SARSA(Theatre); Brahma Kumaris (Moral and Physical upliftment); Mangaldai poly Clinic & Guwahati Neurological Research Centre (placement).
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.
None
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.
Year Event National/ Name of Resource Sponsoring International/Date Person(s) agency
2014 Seminar National Prof Niru UGC Hazarika 19-20 September, 2014 Prof Bhowmick
Dr Dulumoni Goswami
2014 Seminar National Prof Sristi Dhar UGC Dutta; Prof Meeta 21-22 October, Deka; Dr Rina 2014 Laisram; Prof Pradipjyoti Mahanta ; Dr Arupjyoti Saikia
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-
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None
3.7.6 Detail on the systemic efforts of the institution in planning, establishing and implementing the initiatives of the linkages/ collaborations.
While the college authorities have been encouraging the establishment of linkages and collaborations with various organizations and bodies for all round development of the college nothing has yet to come through. The various Committees and Cells of the college are expected to take initiatives in planning, establishing and implementing the linkages.
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?
After the college was brought under the system of ―provincialisation‖ in 2005 it is under the dual control of the affiliating university and the state government for its policies and processes of creating infrastructure. The college on its own has limited financial resources and has to rely on funding from the state government and the UGC. Whenever any scheme is launched by either the State Government or the UGC the college presents proposals and necessary documents to claim its share and with the help of grants from these sources has been steadily augmenting and up-grading its infrastructure to facilitate effective teaching and learning.
4.1.2 Detail the facilities available for a) Curricular and co-curricular activities:
1. Number of Classrooms: 16
2. Seminar Hall: 1
3. Tutorial Spaces: 3
4. Laboratories: 4 (Geography/Education/ Language Lab/ Computer Lab)
5. Fishery: 1(small)
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6. LCD Projector: 4
7. Computers: 9 laptops and 42 desktop computers b) Extra-curricular activities:
1. Indoor Sports Complex: 1
2. Playground: 1
3. Room for NSS: 1
4. Yoga Centre: 1
5. Public speaking facilities:
6. All major musical instruments:
7. Room for Bharat Scouts and Guides: 1
8. Room for Women‘s Cell
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).
Sipajhar College has meticulously planned the optimum utilization of the limited physical space available by planning and developing a class routine to fit in with its academic growth.
For example, the college has been replacing space-consuming Assam- Type (Single Storied) buildings with multi- storied RCC structures in a phased manner.
Year Facilities Amount Source
2010-11 1. Construction of 2nd 6,50,000.00 College Fund floor of the Buniyad
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Bhavan(Assamese Department).
2. Construction of First 25,00,000.00 UGC floor women‘s hostel.
2011-12 Construction of RCC 17,21,000.00 State Govt. and building (Ground floor College Fund and with provision for two another story)
2012-13 Construction of First 24,60,000.00 State Govt. and floor of the RCC College Fund building (Adm. Building)
2013-14 Construction of 5,00,000.00 State Govt. Computer Lab and Conference Hall at the First Floor of the Administrative Building.
Enclosed: Master Plan of the college (Annexure No. IX)
4.1.4 How does the institution ensure that the infrastructure facilities meet the requirements of students with physical disabilities?
The college provides the basic minimum facilities for the physically disabled students such as easy access to classrooms with ramps and medical facilities.
4.1.5 Give details on the residential facility and various provisions available within them:
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Facilities for medical emergencies: the Sipajhar Community Health Centre and FRU is just a km away and anyone in need of medical attention is taken there .Emergency 108 and 102 services are also easily accessible as the Police Station is at a distance of 500mts. Library facility in Hostel Recreational facility: Common Room with a TV set. Facilities for sports and games Available residential facility for the staff: 1. Residential Quarters for Hostel Superintendant 2. Residential room for Hostel Cook and Caretaker Constant supply of safe drinking water is available in the college and the hostel Security: Adequate security measures are adopted for security within the college campus.
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?
1. Medical Allowances for teachers and employees.
2. Facilities for medical emergencies: the Sipajhar Community Health Centre and FRU is just a km away and anyone in need of medical attention is taken there Emergency 108 and 102 services are also easily accessible as the Police Station is at a distance of only 500mts.
4.1.7 Give details of the Common Facilities available on the campus:
The following are the Facilities available on the campus:
a. Library b. Canteen c. Recreational spaces for staff and students d. Safe drinking water e. Indoor sports facility f. Computer Lab with Internet facility g. Sanitation Facility h. Parking space for students and teachers i. Playground
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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?
The College library has an Advisory Committee with the following composition:
Principal: Chairperson
Librarian: Secretary
Two members from the Faculty
The following are a few significant initiatives Library Advisory Committee:
1. Library software was installed by Zantric Corporation Pvt. Ltd., Guwahati 2. Decided to procure e-journals including printed materials by subscribing to N-List 3. Decided to expand the book stocking area and reading space. 4. Introduction of library orientation programmes for fresh students.
4.2.2 Provide details of the following:
Total Area of the Library (in Sq. Mts.): 164.51 Sq. Mts.
Total seating capacity: 120
Working Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
From To Total
On working days 10 a.m. 4 p.m. 6 Hrs
On Holidays - - -
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Before examination days 10 a.m. 4 p.m. 6 Hrs
During examination days 10 a.m. 4 p.m. 6 Hrs
During vacation 10 a.m. 4 p.m. 6 Hrs
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 committee formulates and implements policies with regard to purchasing and subscribing books and journals. The departmental heads are asked to provide list of requirements of the department periodically and the same are considered by the library committee which then sanctions varying amounts for each department which in turn purchase books and provide the same to the Librarian. Some books are purchased by the library from vendors too.
Library 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 holdings No Total No Total No Total No Total No Total Cost Cost Cost Cost Cost (Rs.) (Rs.) (Rs.) (Rs.) (Rs.)
Text 6730 357300 7018 462876 6570 454629 7086 340174 7532 705688 Books
Reference 5763 210170 5220 169560 6016 407000 6170 392414 4336 526986 Books
Journals/ 07 28005 07 37340 07 46675 07 37340 12 87265 Periodicals e-resource ------20000 -- --
Any other -- -- 09 474 432 27240 1541 1793 -- -- (specify)
4.2.4 Provide details on the ICT and other tools deployed to provide maximum access to the library collection?
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The central library of the college has deployed the following ICT and other tools for maximum access to the library collection:
1. N-list e-journals 2. Total number of computers for public access: 2 3. Total number of printers for public access: 1 4. Internet bandwidth/speed: 100 Mbps 5. Scanner : 1 6. Institutional Repository: 20 collections
4.2.5 Provide details on the following items:
Average number of walk-ins: 20 Average number of books issued/returned: 115 Ratio of library books to students enrolled: 30:1 Average number of books added during last three years: 597 Number of information literacy trainings organized: 2 Details of ―weeding out‖ of books and other materials: Once in a year 4.2.6 Give details of the specialized services provided by the library
Reference: 2500 Reprography: 1 ILL (Inter Library Loan Service) None Information deployment and notification (Information Deployment and Notification): Notice Board Download: Yes Printing: Yes Reading List/ Bibliography compilation: Yes In-house access to e-resources: Yes User orientation and awareness: Once in a year Assistance in searching Databases: Yes INFLIBNET/IUC facilities: Active 4.2.7 Enumerate on the support provided by the Library staff to the students and teachers of the college.
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The Library Staff provides the following supports to the students and teachers:
1. Providing orientation to the library resources to fresh students 2. Locating Books and Journals 3. Photocopying 4. Locating back issues of journals 4.2.8 What are the special facilities offered by the library to the visually/ physically challenged persons? Give details. The library staff is responsive to the needs of the physically challenged students and takes care to provide assistance to them. However, there are no special facilities for visually challenged students yet.
4.2.9 Does the library get the feedback from its users? If yes, how is it analyzed and used for improving the library services. (What strategies are deployed by the Library to collect feedback from the users? How is the feedback analyzed and used for further improvement of the library services? ) Not yet, efforts are on to put a mechanism for feed-back in place.
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:
Total number of Personal Computers: 44
Total number of Laptops: 9
Total number of LCD projectors: 4
A. Personal Computers:
1. Office of the Principal: Number of Computers: 6 a. Personal Computer in the Office of the Principal: 2 i. Intel® Pentium® CPU G2020T @ 2.50 GHz; 2.00 GB RAM; 500 GB HDD; 17‘‘ TFT ii. Intel Athlon™ 64X2 Dual Core Processor 2.30 GHz; 2.00 GB RAM; 150 GB HDD. SELF STUDY REPORT FOR RE-ACCREDITATION, SIPAJHAR COLLEGE | 86
b. Office of the Head Assistant : 1 Pentium® Dual Core CPU E5300 @ 2.60 GHz, 2GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, DVD ROM, 15‘‘ TFT c. Office Counter No. 1: 1 Intel ®Pentium® Dual CPU G2020T @ 2.50 GHz, 2GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, DVD ROM, 17‘‘ TFT d. Office Counter No 2: 1 Intel ®Pentium® Dual CPU G2020T @ 2.50 GHz, 2GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, DVD ROM, 17‘‘ TFT e. Office Counter No 3: 1 Intel ®Pentium® Dual CPU G2020T @ 2.50 GHz, 2GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, DVD ROM, 17‘‘ TFT
2. Computer Lab: Number of computers: 21 (With Provision for another 21) a. Server 1: Intel ® Xeon ® CPU E3-1220 [email protected] Ghz Processor, 4.00GB RAM, 1TB HDD, DVD Rom, 18‘‘ TFT b. Terminals 20: Connected with N Computing Device c. One 15 KV central UPS d. Ceiling mounting LCD Projector: 1
3. Library : Number of Computers: 2 a. Intel® Pentium® Dual Core CPU E2160 @1.80 GHz, 1 GB RAM, 160 GB HDD, 19‖ TFT monitor b. Intel® Core™ i3-3240T CPU @ 2.90 GHz, 2GB RAM, 320 GB HDD, 19‖ TFT monitor
4. Language Lab: Number of Computers: 11 a. 9 Computers with configuration: Intel® Pentium® CPU G640T @ 2.40 GHz, 2.00 GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, 19‘‘ TFT monitor b. 2 Computers with configuration: Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU @ 1.90 GHz, 1.00 GB RAM, 40 GB HDD, 15‘‘ CRT monitor
5. Office of IQAC: Number of Computers: 2
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a. Intel ® Core ™ i3- 3240T CPU @ 2.90 GHz, 4 GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, 19‘‘ TFT b. Intel ® Core ™ i3- 3240T CPU @ 2.90 GHz, 4 GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, 15‘‘ TFT
6. Department of Geography: 2 Computers with configuration: Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU @ 1.90 GHz, 1.00 GB RAM, 40 GB HDD, 15‘‘ CRT monitor
B. Laptops: 9
1. Principal: 1 HP Pavilion G6 Notebook PC: Intel Core ™ i5 2.40 GHz, 600 GB HDD, 4 GB RAM, 15‘‘ TFT
2. Dept of Assamese: 1 Intel ® Core ™ i3-2310M CPU @ 2.10 GHz, 3GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, 15‘‘ TFT
3. Dept of Economics: 1 Intel ® Core ™ i3-2310M CPU @ 2.10 GHz, 3GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, 15‘‘ TFT
4. Dept of Education: 1 Intel ® Core ™ i3-2310M CPU @ 2.10 GHz, 3GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, 15‘‘ TFT
5. Dept of English: 1 Intel ® Core ™ i3-2310M CPU @ 2.10 GHz, 3GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, 15‘‘ TFT
6. Dept of Geography: 1 Intel ® Core ™ i3-2310M CPU @ 2.10 GHz, 3GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, 15‘‘ TFT
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7. Dept of History: 1 Intel ® Core ™ i3-2310M CPU @ 2.10 GHz, 3GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, 15‘‘ TFT
8. Dept of Philosophy: 1 Intel ® Core ™ i3-2310M CPU @ 2.10 GHz, 3GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, 15‘‘ TFT
9. Dept of Political Science: 1 Intel ® Core ™ i3-2310M CPU @ 2.10 GHz, 3GB RAM, 500 GB HDD, 15‘‘ TFT
Computer-student ratio: 1:20 Stand alone facility: No LAN facility: Yes, In 4 Places. 1. Library 2. Language Lab 3. Office 4. Computer lab Licensed software: 3 1. Orell 2. Library Automation System software produced by Zantric Corp. Pvt. Ltd. 3. ARC GIS
Number of nodes/ computers with Internet facility: 9 Internet facilities are available in all departmental computers, apart from other computers in the library and Labs. Any other: NIL
4.3.2 Detail on the computer and Internet facility made available to the faculty and students on the campus and off-campus?
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All the departmental rooms are connected with BSNL broadband facility. Faculty members can access Internet in their departmental rooms and in the computer labs on the campus. Students can access Internet in the departments.
4.3.3 What are Institutional plans and strategies for deploying and upgrading the IT infrastructure and associated facilities?
The college which already has a computer lab with 21 LAN connected computers and a central UPS plans to add 21 more computers and internet facilities at the earliest.
4.3.4 Provide details on the provision made in the annual budget for procurement, up-gradation, deployment, and maintenance of the computers and their accessories in the institution (Year wise for last four years)
Year Budget
Procurement Up- Maintenance Total gradation
2010-11 78,000.00 Nil Nil 78,000.00
2011-12 3,97,000.00 Nil Nil 3,97,000.00
2012-13 60,000.00 1,70,000.00 Nil 2,30,000.00
2012-14 2,30,000.00 1,40,000.00 Nil 3,70,000.00
4.3.4 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 authority has appointed a computer instructor to assist faculty members in computer related matters.
LCD projectors are extensively used specially for making power-point presentations at in-house seminars, work-shops, for screening films also for classroom teaching by a few departments.
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4.3.5 Elaborate giving suitable examples on how the learning activities and technologies deployed (access to on-line teaching- learning resource, 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.
With increasing use as well as availability of technological support like the internet and INFLIBNET on the college campus students and teachers work side by side for the mutual benefit of both.
The N-list passwords provided to each faculty are made available to the students of the department too by the teachers who login on their behalf. Print –outs are also provided when required by the departments.
Projectors are used by the departments to show visuals like films and clips to supplement lectures. All equipments are set-up and handled by the students themselves with the teachers remaining on hand to help out.
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?
Yes, N-List.
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)?
Source of Budget for the last Resources four years a. Building College Fund Rs. 50,00,000
UGC Rs. 32,00,000
State Govt. Rs. 5,00,000 b. Furniture College Fund Rs.4,00,000
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UGC Fund Rs. Nil
Hostel Fund Rs. 70,000.00
State Government Rs. Nil c. Equipment College Fund Nil
UGC Rs.6,50,000
D Computer College Fund Rs. 50,000.00
UGC Rs. 10,25,000
State Government Rs. Nil e. Vehicles f. Any Xerox(Photostat UGC Fund Rs. 2,50,000 other Machine)
LCD Projectors UGC Fund Rs. 1,70,000
Power UGC Fund Rs. 4,00000 Generator
Sports UGC Fund Rs. 50,000 Infrastructure
4.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for maintenance and upkeep of the infrastructure, facilities and equipment of the college?
Infrastructure Committee looks after the maintenance and upkeep of the infrastructure. Equipments are maintained and monitored by the college authorities and Head of the concerned department. 4.4.3 How and with what frequency does the institute take up calibration and other precision measures for the equipment/instruments?
The departments concerned take up calibration and other precision measures for equipment and instruments as and when necessary.
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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.)?
The college has a generator, 2 inverters and two online UPS are installed for uninterrupted power supply.
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 ensures its commitment and accountability?
Yes, the college publishes its annual prospectus regularly providing the following information:
1. Vision and Mission of the college. 2. Various courses and subject combinations offered. 3. Fee structure. 4. Rules and regulations of the college 5. University regulations. 6. Hostel rules and regulations. 7. Information relating to office bearers and teaching staff. 8. Academic calendars of the college and affiliating university. 9. Activity calendar.
There is a provision for obtaining feedback from parents, alumni and students on the stated commitments of the college. Parents meet and departmental alumni meets are held annually. Student feedback is taken every semester. 5.1.2 Specify the type, number and amount of institutional scholarships/free- ships given to the students during the last four years and whether the financial aid was available and disbursed on time?
There is a Students‘ Aid Fund but since the number of economically weak students is very high no direct financial assistance is feasible. So, the college has set up a Book Bank from which books are provided to BPL students.
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5.1.3 What percentages of students receive financial assistance from state government, central government and other national agencies?
About 75% (seventy five percent) of the students of the college receive financial assistance from state government, central government and other national agencies.
5.1.4 What are the specific support services/ facilities available for
a. Students from SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker sections
1. Reservation in admission for various courses as per State Government Reservation Policy.
2. Financial support in the form of government scholarships.
b. Students with physical disabilities
The college has no stated provisions for financial and other assistance for physically disabled students such as special reservation in college and hostel admissions. However when any such case comes up the college will do the needful.
c. Overseas students
The college has no overseas student.
d. Students to participate in various competitions/ National and International
The college offers financial assistance to students for participation in various national and state-level competitions.
e. Medical assistance to students: health centre, health insurance etc.
The Sipajhar Community Health Centre and FRU is just a km away and anyone in need of medical attention is taken there immediately by the teachers in their personal car. The patient is accompanied by members of Bharat Scouts and Guide for further assistance. Teachers even pay for immediate medical needs from their pockets Emergency 108 and 102 services are also easily accessible as the Police Station is at a distance of only 500mts.
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f. Organizing Coaching classes for competitive exams
The college organizes coaching classes for competitive examinations such as Teachers‘ Eligibility Test.
g. Skill development (spoken English, computer literacy etc.)
The college has offered UGC sponsored career-oriented-courses in
1. Computer Applications 2. Communicative English h. Support for ―slow learners‖
Remedial classes for slow learners are regularly held.
i. Exposures of students to other institution of higher learning/ corporate/ business house etc.
The students are taken to other institutions of higher learning, corporate houses etc. through educational tours and field study.
j. Publication of student magazines
Writings of students are published regularly in college and departmental wall magazines and the annual students‘ magazine.
5.1.5 Describe the efforts made by the institution to facilitate entrepreneurial skills, among the students and the impact of the efforts.
The two career-oriented-courses and the regular exposure to workshops, seminars and career counseling have helped students to face interviews, set up small businesses like nurseries and computer coaching centres etc
5.1.6 Enumerate the policies and strategies of the institution which promote participation of students in extracurricular and co-curricular activities such as sports, games, Quiz competitions, debate and discussions, cultural activities etc.
The college has several policies to encourage the students to participate in extra-curricular activities:
1. Financial support is provided at both the college and departmental levels to students participating in extracurricular
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and co-curricular activities such as sports, games, quiz competitions, debate and discussions, cultural and literary activities.
2. Workshops are conducted to provide training in folk songs and music.
3. The annual College Week provides a platform for students to participate and compete in extracurricular and co-curricular activities such as sports, games, Quiz competitions, debate and discussions, cultural activities.
4. Participants are allowed flexibility in completing their internal examination requirements and given extra help in completing their curriculum on time. 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.
Since we offer only undergraduate courses, students are not eligible for these tests.
5.1.8 What type of counseling services are made available to the students (academic, personal, career, psycho-social etc.)
*Academic counseling was given prior to holding entrance test for major subjects. Since entrance tests have been done away with it has been modified to post-admission counseling by the concerned departments and students are allowed to shift to other major subjects when they realize that they can make a better and more informed choice.
*Personal counseling is provided on need-based situations under the initiative of Women‘s Cell and also at the departmental levels.
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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 college has formed the Information and Career Guidance Cell for the benefit of the students in 2012. The cell has taken up several measures like organizing seminars, mock interviews, training in communicative English, personality development workshops for students, Career Information Camp etc. These programmes are conducted by distinguished personalities in the field.
However there is as yet no structured mechanism for career guidance and placement of our 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 grievance redressal cell. The cell is constituted with the following teachers: Dr. P.C. Deka, Principal; Dr. T. Choudhury, Vice Principal; Mr M Kataki; Dr Ram Ch Deka and Dr P K Nath.
No grievances have been reported till date.
5.1.11 What are the institutional provisions for resolving issues pertaining to sexual harassment?
There is a Committee Against Sexual Harassment (CASH) for prevention/action against sexual harassment of lady teachers and students.
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. However, there has been no incidence of ragging in the college during the last four years.
5.1.13 Enumerate the welfare schemes made available to students by the Institution.
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Below Poverty Line (BPL) students are provided with assistance from the Students‘ Book Bank every year.
5.1.14 Does the institution have a registered Alumni Association? If ‗yes‘, what are its activities and major contributions for institutional, academic and infrastructure development?
The Alumni Association of the college was reconstituted on 23rd January 2015. It is not government registered. Its Executive Committee has taken up the following agenda for this year:
* to conduct a programme on soft-skill development; * to create a web-link on the institutional web-site; * to create a database on all alumni; * to conduct a workshop on the songs of Bishnu Rabha and Jyoti Prasad Agarwalla; * to provide coaching for competitive exams; 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.
The college keeps track of all its outgoing major students through the departmental alumni associations. We have a fairly accurate picture of their progression and occupational status.
Student Progression %
Batches 2008-11 2009-12 2010-13 2011-14
UG to PG 20% 25% 33% 42%
Employed Campus selection
Other than campus 30% 45% 55% 70% recruitment
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5.2.2 Provide details of the program wise pass percentage and completion rate for the last four years (cohort wise/ batch wise as stipulated by the University)? Furnish program 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.
The following is a statement of the pass percentage of the college in comparison with the colleges of the affiliating universities within the city/ district.
Programme: B.A
Sl. College Pass Percentage Remarks No. 2011 2012 2013 2014
1. Sipajhar 90% 80.57% 91.25% 89.12%
2. Mangaldai 69.4% 58.3% 73.03% 86.3%
3 Kharupetia 74.90% 92.78% 69.48% 80.96%
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5.2.3 How does the institution facilitate student progression to higher level of education and/or towards employment?
The Information, Career Guidance and Counseling Cell, informs the students about the available options for higher studies. The college has set up a study centre of Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University (KKHSOU) maintains links with the following institutions to facilitate admission of students for higher studies:
1. Institute of Distance and Open Learning (IDOL) Gauhati University. 2. Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University(KKHSOU) 3. Indira Gandhi National Open University(IGNOU) 5.2.4 Enumerate the special support provided to students who are at risk of failure and drop out?
In an effort to stem and decrease dropout we lay a great deal of stress on regular attendance. To stop incidents of dropout due to financial constraints the teachers of the college play a significant role in providing financial assistance to brilliant and needy students.
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.
Extracurricular activities like sports, games, music etc. are part of the academic culture of the college. It has a playground with facilities for football, volleyball, cricket and athletics. The newly constructed Indoor Sports Training Facility has fulfilled the long awaited facilities for indoor games. The following calendar is indicative of the participation of the students in extra- curricular activities:
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5.3.2. Furnish the details of major student achievements in co-curricular, extracurricular and cultural activities at different levels: University/State/Zonal/National/International, etc. for the previous four years.
Year National/International State/University
2011 1. Jerulina Hafiz awarded 2nd prize in the story writing competition in ―All Assam Manjit Gogoi Memorial Camp‖ organized by Dhemaji Sahitya Sabha.
2. Priyanshu Deka Secured 3nd prize in ―Jayanta Sangit‖ Gauhati University Youth Festival, 2011
2012 1. Jerulina Hafiz secured 2nd prize in the essay writing competition B Group at the All Assam Essay Writing Competition organized by Sipajhar ―Aikyatan‖.
2. Jerulina Hafiz awarded consolation prize in the ―On the spot Story Writing Competition‖ organized by Sipajhar Sahitya Sabha.
2013 1. Our students were 1. Jerulina Hafiz was awarded 2nd part of the drama team prize in the ―Inter District Bhupen under the banner of Hazarika Memorial Quiz SARSA, an NGO Competition‖ organized by represented Assam at AMIGO, Darrang District. the Kosi International 2. Jerulina Hafiz was 2nd prize in Literary Festival at the ―Inter District Debating Saharsa, Bihar , 12 Competition‖ organized by Ranjit August,2013 Sarma Academy Group. 2. Bihu dance was 3. Jugabrata Sarma, Juri Devi SELF STUDY REPORT FOR RE-ACCREDITATION, SIPAJHAR COLLEGE | 101
performed by a troupe participated at the All Assam from the college at the Festival held at Sorbhog, Barpeta Kosi International On 13-9-2013. Literary Festival at
Saharsa, Bihar 2013.
3. Juri Devi presented a play ―Dushyant the liar‖ at Ravindra Bharati, Hyderabad on 12th August, 2013.
4. Juri Devi presented ―deodhani nritya‖ at the Bal Sangam under the aegis of National school of Drama held at New Delhi from 14-20 November, 2013.
2014 1. Presented a play 1. Jerulina Hafiz was awarded 3rd ―Dushyant the liar‖ at prize in the ―All Assam Essay North Abhinaya National Competition‖ and 3rd prize in the east Theatre Festival, ―On the spot Story Writing student Hyderabad, 2014. Competition‖ organized by congress Sipajhar Aikyatan Group. 2. Juri Devi acted in the B play ―Nirvan‖ presented 2. Jerulina Hafiz was awarded Best Barooah at the foundation day Debater Award at ―Inter College celebrations of Nalanda Debating Competition‖ organized University, November, by Kharupetia College. 2014. 3. Awarded Best Debater Award in 3. Juri Devi presented ―Inter District Debating ―deodhani nritya‖ at the Competition‖ organized by Purbattar Mela held at Sipajhar Raas Mahotsav. Bihar from 1-21
November,2014
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4. Lipika Devi performed ―deodhani nritya‖ at the Folk Dance Festival held in Tripura in 2014.
5. Lipika Devi performed ―deodhani nritya‖ at the Folk Dance Festival held in Hyderabad in 2014 under the aegis of Sangeet Natak Academy, Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Government of India.
2015 1. Jerulina Hafiz was 1. Jerulina Hafiz was awarded awarded special Special Jury Award in the ―All Appreciation Certificate Assam Story Writing Competition‖ in the Workshop of Jikir organized by Assam Sahitya Sabha organized by Ministry of at its Kaliabar Session. Cultural Affairs, Govt. 2 Jerulina Hafiz was awarded 2nd of India. prize in the ―All Assam Debating 2. Juri Devi presented Competition‖ organized by Ojha Pali and Deodhani Kendriya Bohagi Samaroh, Nritya at Octave at Kalaigaon, Durgagaon. Saharsa in Bihar, 2015. 3 Jerulina Hafiz was awarded 3rd They also were given the prize in the ―All Assam Recitation honour of preparing and Competition‖ organized by Punia presenting the stage for Sevak Sangha. the event. 4. Jugabrata Sarma, Juri Devi and 3. Juri Devi presented a Nabanita Sarma presented a play play ―Dushyant the liar‖ ―Biral Tapaswee‖ at the Mancha at Tulubhar National Konwar Chandradhar Goswami Theatre festival at
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Udupi, Karnataka, 2015. Memorial Drama Festival, Assam, 2015. 4. Juri Devi performed Ojha Pali and was part 5. Juri Devi presented ―deodhani of the team that designed nritya‖ at the 1st Assam Ethnic the main ambience at the Festival held at Karbi Anglong , Bharat Lok Parva, Assam, from 13-15, March, 2015 organized by the EZCC
(Eastern Zonal Cultural Centre, Kolkata) of Ministry of Cultural Affairs, GOI, Kalakshetra, Assam, 2015.
5. Students from our college participated in the exhibition on folk cultural objects at the Mati ka rang National Folk Festival, of Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Dimapur, 2015
6. Students from our college have participated, presented plays and conducted workshops on theatre in association with Athiabari Natya Gosthi.
7. Jugabrata Sarma, Juri Devi and Nabanita Sarma participated in the Mudradi Rashtriya Rangotsav; 18-2-2015 at
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Mangalore, Karnataka.
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 does not have any such provisions as yet.
5.3.4 How does the college involve and encourage students to publish materials like catalogues, wall magazines, and other material? List the publications/material brought out by the students during the previous four academic sessions.
The students of the college directly elect their student body- Sipajhar Mahvidyalay Chatra Ekata Sabha (Sipajhar College Students Union). One of the members of the Sipajhar Mahvidyalay Chatra Ekata Sabha is the magazine secretary. She/he is entrusted with the responsibility of getting both the college magazine and the wall magazine published. Special funds are allocated in the budget for publishing the magazines. The magazine secretary solicits write-ups from fellow students and teachers, edits it with the help of the teacher-in-charge and then they get quotations from the neighboring printing presses and a decision is taken at a meeting of the Union.
1. Sipajhar College Magazine
2. Sipajhar College Students Union Wall Magazine
3. Departmental Wall Magazines.
4. Departmental Magazines
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 Council named Sipajhar Mahvidyalay Chatra Ekata Sabha. For details please refer to the Constitution of Sipajhar College Students‘ Union in Annexure-XI
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5.3.6 Give details of various academic and administrative bodies that have student representatives on them.
1. Students‘ Union:
President: Principal
Vice President: A student of 5th semester class nominated by the Principal in consultation with Sipajhar Mahvidyalay Chatra Ekata Sabha as per constitution.
Secretaries (10 Nos) Students
2. Festival Committees:
Teacher-In-Charge
3. Literary Magazine – Editorial Board
Editor, College Magazine (Student)
Student members (2) (as per constitution)
4. Anti- Ragging Committee:
Principal, Vice Principal, Hostel Superintendent, Secretary, Teachers‘ Unit, Vice President and General Secretary of Students‘ Union
5. Hostel Committee:
Principal, (Chairperson)
Hostel Superintendent (Convener)
Teacher Members – 3
Student Members – 3
6. Educational Tour Committee
Principal- (Chairperson)
Vice Principal
All members of Students‘ Union
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7. Departmental Committees
All Faculty Members
Class Representatives (Students)
5.3.7 How does the institution network and collaborate with the Alumni and former faculty of the institution?
The college has an Alumni Association to network and collaborate with its Alumni. All the departments too have their alumni associations which meet annually. All the former faculty members of the college are always welcomed by the college and their valuable suggestions are solicited.
We have two of our Alumnus as faculty members and they act as a link between the Alumni Association.
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 student it seeks to serve, institution‘s traditions and value orientations, vision for the future, etc.?
Vision:
The College which was established with the vision of making quality education accessible to the economically disadvantaged student community of the greater Sipajhar area aspires to nurture and promote the potential of its students to the fullest possible extent.
Mission:
To enrich the society through academic advancement and instilling proper attitudes and values needed for the holistic development of each and every student.
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The vision and mission statements are communicated to the students, teachers, staff and other stakeholders through the college prospectus and the college website.
6.1.2 What is the role of top management, Principal and Faculty in design and implementation of its quality policy and plans?
The Governing Body of the college is the final authority on all matters. The Governing Body consists of:
1. President (nominated by Director of Higher Education, Assam);
2. Secretary(ex-officio Principal);
3. Vice-Principal (ex-officio);
4. 3 Guardian Members, one of whom should be a woman (all nominated by Director of Higher Education, Assam);
5. 2 members nominated by the affiliating university;
6. 2 teacher representatives (both nominated by the Teacher‘s Unit)
7. 1 member from the non-teaching staff
8. 1 donor member.
The Academic Committee of the college formulates the college routine in keeping with the courses offered and constraints of infrastructure.
The IQAC formulates the Annual Action Plan and coordinates with all the different cells and departments at both the formulation and implementation stages. It reviews the working of the cells periodically and interacts both with the departments and students on a regular basis. The departments prepare their departmental action plans, routine and course allotments and individual teachers prepare their teaching plans. The same are provided to the IQAC. At the end of the year an action taken report is provided by the departments to IQAC.
6.1.3 What is the involvement of leadership in ensuring:
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The policy statements and action plans for fulfillment of the stated mission. Formulation of action plans for all operations and incorporation of the same into the institutional strategic plan Interaction with stakeholders Proper support for policy and planning through need analysis, research inputs and consultations with the stakeholders Reinforcing the culture of excellence Champion organizational change
Policy statements are formulated by the Governing Body of the college and these are incorporated into the mission statement of the college published in our prospectus.
The Action Plans of the departments are collated by IQAC and approved by the Governing Body of the college.
A part of the Action Plan is formulated by the various cells and these are given to the coordinator by the respective conveners, part of it is formulated by the departments and the rest by the IQAC, all the parts are collated and combined into the Annual plan.
Annual meeting of parents and Departmental Alumni Associations are held for interacting with stakeholders.
The policies of the college are published in the prospectus and are open for discussion at the Annual meeting of parents and the Principal gives a detailed report on the annual plan of the college to the parents and there is always a lively discussion of the same.
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?
1. The departments implement their academic action plans. 2. The Governing Body and the Building Committee looks after the infrastructural needs of the college. 3. The Academic Committee plans, implements and monitors academic policies.
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4. IQAC compiles and consolidates the Annual Plan and monitors the implementation of it at the department level 5. The Research Committee takes care of the research activities of the college. The college had applied for and sanctioned 10 ISBN. The publication board of the college has already utilized 2 of these allotted numbers in publishing the papers presented at the two UGC- Sponsored national seminars organized by the college.
6.1.5 Give details of the academic leadership provided to the faculty by the top management?
The Principal of the college is also the Secretary of the Governing Body and represents its policies and programmes. The Principal is also the chairman of the IQAC as well as all its constituent cells and these are constantly monitored and guided by him. Being a Ph.D. holder himself he constantly motivates the faculty to take up research and research projects and organise national/state level seminars. Teachers are also encouraged to attend seminars/conferences/workshops and to present papers at these. Teachers are also encouraged to attend refresher and orientation courses whenever required by Career Advancement Scheme (CAS). It was at the personal initiative of the principal that the college was able to secure grants for starting two Career Oriented Courses. The faculty members get a positive response in all academic matters which is very encouraging.
6.1.6 How does the college groom leadership at various levels?
Teachers are encouraged to obtain research guide-ship, publish their works in journals with ISSN.
Teachers are encouraged to take up research and research projects and organise national/state level seminars. Teachers are also encouraged to attend seminars/conferences/workshops and to present papers at these.
Teachers are also appointed as conveners of various cells and designated as in-charges of student union portfolios
Leadership quality in students is developed through the Students‘ Union, Bharat Scouts and Guides, Red Ribbon Club and the NSS.
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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 administration of the college is reasonably decentralized. The departmental advisory committees are entrusted with the responsibilities of implementing the class routines, action plans and teaching plans. The Vice Principal monitors daily classes and other academic activities. Similarly the cells have their own conveners. The Principal is the Chairperson of all the cells.
6.1.8 Does the college promote a culture of participative management? If ‗yes‘, indicate the levels of participative management.
Yes the college promotes participatory management there are two teacher representatives on the Governing Body and it is mandatory to invite them to attend all its meetings. The college has a Teacher‘s Unit and the Unit presents the teachers demands and grievances before the principal. If the demands/grievances cannot be settled by the principal puts it before the Governing Body.
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?
Yes, the vision and mission statements of Sipajhar College provide the basic roadmap to its quality policy. The IQAC of the college in association with the Governing Body formulates the policy. It is also responsible for regular monitoring, implementation and reviewing.
6.2.2 Does the institute have a perspective plan for development? If so, give the aspects considered for inclusion in the plan.
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3. Introduction of P.G. courses. 4. Introduction of B. Voc. courses (proposal has already been submitted for 2 courses to the UGC) B) Infrastructure Plans: 1. To make the college campus a more eco-friendly one. 2. To augment infrastructure. C) Administrative Plans. 1. To computerize those branches which are yet to be computerized. 2. Arrange for professional development of non-teaching staff.
6.2.3 Describe the internal organizational structure and decision making processes.
The Governing body of the college constituted as per Government of Assam rules and the Assam College Employees Provincialization Act, 2005 is the highest decision making authority of the college. The Principal, as the Secretary of the Governing Body, is empowered to take post-facto approval for regular administrative decisions. The Vice Principal is the second in command and as the Convener of the Academic Committee is primarily responsible for looking after the academic functioning of the college. The different teaching departments are entrusted with the duty of teaching, implementing Action and teaching plans, setting of question papers for internal evaluation examination and are given the liberty to take a call on most departmental matters.
The IQAC and its constituent cells draw up their Annual Action Plans which are vetted both at the departmental and General Meeting of Teachers and endorsed before being implemented. These plans are also approved by the Governing body of the college.
The Sipajhar College Students‘ Union guided by the respective teacher‘s- in-charge looks after the interests and rights of the students.
6.2.4 Give a broad description of the quality improvement strategies of the institution for each of the following
Teaching and Learning
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Research and Development Community engagement Human resource management Industry interaction
The following are some of the quality improvement strategies of Sipajhar College:
Teaching and Learning:
1. Each individual teacher maintains a “Log Book” which is a detailed record of her/his college duties and responsibilities. It is counter-signed by the HOD and verified every month by either the Principal or Vice Principal.
2. Every department formulates and implements its own teaching plans and action plans. 3. The college has adopted transparent and innovative admission procedure. 4. The Departments of English/Education/Geography use technology mediated teaching methods. 5. Most of the departments organize field visits and have project works included in their curriculum. 6. All the departments regularly put up wall magazines which are prepared by the students under the supervision of the teachers 7. In- house student seminars and group discussion are held regularly. 8. Progress reports of the major students are intimated to the parents and guardians regularly. 9. The college regularly collects Students‘ feedback for improvement of teaching and learning. 10. There is a provision for Teachers‘ Annual Self-Appraisal Report in the prescribed format. 11. The college regularly organizes and conducts educational tours for the benefit of the students. 12. There is also involvement of teachers in interdisciplinary and interdepartmental teaching and learning activities.
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13. The departments of Education and English maintain Class Diaries.
Research and development
The Research Committee endeavors to promote research culture in the college by encouraging all the faculty members to obtain higher research degrees and undertake research projects. It assists eligible doctorate holders to get official recognition as guides from different universities and of the 8 Ph.D. holders 4 are accredited research guides. Faculty members are motivated to publish their research papers in journals and also to present papers are seminars and workshops.
Students are assisted, encouraged and motivated to prepare their dissertations by following the proper research methodologies
Community Development
The college has been trying various measures to give a community orientation to its activities. We have adopted Bijulibari village and are trying to create social, economic and health awareness amongst its members. Issues like Women‘s health, literacy and problems created by drinking are issues being tackled.
Human Resource Management
All appointments of teaching staff are made as per UGC norms. Teachers are encouraged to participate in Orientation and Refresher Courses, Seminars and Workshops. All departments have their own rooms and departmental libraries.
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 ensures that the requisite information is published in the prospectus and the College Website where it can be accessed by all who wish to. The Governing Body is kept abreast about all the major activities of the college for advice and approval.
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 College authorities support and encourage the involvement of the staff in improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the institutional process by encouraging and supporting a culture of team work.
6.2.7 Enumerate the resolutions made by the Management Council in the last year and the status of implementation of such resolutions.
The following table enumerates the resolutions adopted by the Governing Body of the college last during the year June, 2013 to June 2014.
Sl. Date of Resolution Matter Status N Meeting No. o.
1 24-04-2013 1 Discussion on the Confirm proceeding of the last
meeting held on 05- 11-2012
2 Discussion on the Cancelled the letter of Sri B. Nath resolution no 8
regarding main Gate Dated 05-11- 2012
3 Appointment of Vice Appointed Principal
4 Discussion on vacant Advertised post of Asst. Professor
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5 Reappearing works Reappearing works are done
6 Appointment of Appointed H.O.D.
7 Approval of Approved Expenditure
8 Enhancement of fees Fees enhanced
9 Leave application of i) Mrs. M. Goswami
2) Mrs. P. Devi Leave granted 3) Dr. T. Choudhari
4) Mrs. G. Begum
10 Discussion on the Release release of Mrs. B. Sarma
2 05-11-2013 1 Discussion on the Confirm proceeding of the last meeting
2 Construction of Done building
3 Construction First Constructed floor of the Adm.
Build.
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4 Discussion on the Started Computer Literacy
course
5 Annual increment of Increment non sanctioned staff Granted
3 28-02-2014 1 Discussion on the Confirm proceeding of the last
meeting
2 Dismantling of old Dismantled Principal Chamber
3 Regarding Science New RCC stream building is under construction keeping the provision of Science laboratory and class room.
4 Appointment of Vice Appointed Principal
5 Regarding Applied for advertisement permeation
6 Report of the D.P.C. Report approved
7 Regularization of Regularized service
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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?
Yes, Gauhati University makes provision for according the status of autonomy to deserving affiliated institutions. However, the college is not in a position for obtaining autonomy.
6.2.9 How does the Institution ensure that grievances/ complaints are promptly attended to and resolved effectively? Is there a mechanism to analyze the nature of grievances for prompting better stakeholder relationship?
There is an active Grievance Redressal Cell in the college to attend and arrange for resolving grievances and complaints.
6.2.10 During the last four years, had there been any instances of court cases filed by and for resolving against the institute? Provide details on the issues and decisions of the courts on these?
No
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, the College takes the report of the students‘ feedback seriously and tries to tune its functioning to meet the expectations and recommendations of the students. Some of the major institutional responses to the students‘ feedback are:
Teachers are informed about the analysis of student feed-back and they are encouraged to introspect and self-analyze the same.
Teachers are encouraged and to use technology to make teaching more scientific and interesting.
Teachers have been requested to evaluate and return assignments on time.
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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?
Sipajhar College has been taking various steps to enhance the professional development of its teaching and non-teaching staff. Some of the efforts made in this regard during the last four years are as follows:
a. Number of National Seminars/ Workshops organized: 2 b. Number of teachers who attended Orientation/ Refresher Courses: 5 c. Number of teachers who attended seminars/workshops/conferences: 35 d. Computer Skill Development Programmes Organized: 2
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 has a clear strategy with regard to keep the teaching and non- teaching staff professionally updated. The IQAC has been entrusted with the task of keeping a track record of the professional requirements of teaching staff and their career related requirements. Accordingly, they are sent to participate in Refresher Courses, Orientation Courses as well as Short term courses. Moreover, the college has been organizing national and state level seminars and workshops to create an atmosphere of learning and sharing. The Research Committee of the college encourages teachers to take up research projects.
Regarding the non-teaching staff, the college deputed 3 of its office staff to attend Computer Literacy Training programmes.
Miss Rinkumani Baruah organized by Sakshat and Mr Munindra Kumar Sahariah and Mr Golap Ch Nath to the Academic Staff College, Gauhati University.
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.
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The college has a mechanism of annual performance appraisal system. Gauhati University provides the pro-forma for self- appraisal of the teachers which adequately captures information on multiple activities and the same is analyzed and considered for better appraisal.
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 are sent to the Directorate of Higher Education, Assam for the purpose of career advancement of the employees. Unless there is any objection raised by the Directorate of Higher Education, Assam the performance appraisal reports remain confidential and are not made available to the person concerned.
6.3.5 What are the welfare schemes available for teaching and non-teaching staff? What percentage of staff have availed the benefit of such schemes in the last four years?
The Sipajhar College Teachers‘ Cooperative Society and the Office Staff Cooperative Society provide soft-loans at 5% and 2% respectively to its members which take care of financial needs of the members in times of need.
Sipajhar College Teachers‘ Total Loan Percentage Cooperative Society members availed by benefitted
2010-11 28 17 60.71%
2011-12 29 15 51.72%
2012-13 28 15 53.57%
2013-14 26 14 53.83%
Office Staff Cooperative Society
2012-13 13 4 30%
2013-14 13 7 53%
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2014-15 13 7 53%
6.3.6 What are measures taken by the Institution for attracting and retaining eminent faculty?
The College, being a provincialized one, is guided by the Assam College Employees (Provincialization) Act, 2005 and subsequent regulations and hence all appointments and retention of teachers are governed by the same. Just as students are attracted by the teaching faculty new teachers are also attracted by the good academic record of the college.
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 Governing Body of the college ensures effective and efficient use of 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.
There are three types of auditing employed in the college:
1. Internal audit (completed till June, 12)
2. Government Audit-External-(completed till 2014)
3. Special audit to prepare audited utilization certificate in respect of utilization of various funds sanctioned by the bodies like UGC, and Govt. of Assam.
The last Government audit report for the period from 01-04-2013 to 31-03- 2014 was submitted on 09-09-2014.
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
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academic and administrative activities of the previous four years and the reserve fund/corpus available with Institutions, if any.
The following are the major sources of institutional receipts/funding:
1. Students‘ Fee.
2. State Government.
3. UGC.
A statement of audited income and expenditure (General Fund) during the year 2009 to 2014 is as follows (year wise):
01-04-2009 to 31-03-2010
Receipt Amount(Rs.) Payment Amount(Rs.)
Op. Balc 01.04.2009 Rs. 4,20,800.58
Inhand Rs. 5,395.64
At Bank Rs. 4,15,404.94
Total Rs. 4,20,800.58
Tuition Fees Rs. 5,92,080.00 Salary to NS staff Rs. 2,77,300.00
Enrolment Fee Rs. 76,220.00 TA Rs. 15,122.00
Registration Fee Rs. 91,585.00 Contingency Exp. Rs. 80,555.00
Miscellaneous Fee Rs. 2,24,865.00 Postal and Tele. Rs. 6,734.00
Sale Proceed Rs. 29,000.00 Electrical Exp. Rs. 3,203.00
Adv. Recovery Rs. 4,500.00 GU Reg. fee Rs. 1,54,585.00
Bank Interest Rs. 22,775.00 HS Reg. Fee Rs. 6,350.00
Audit Recovery Rs. 200.00 Bank Charge Rs. 60.00
Clo Bal 31.03.2010 Rs. 9,18,116.58
In Hand Rs. 5,033.64
At Bank Rs. 9,13,082.94
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Total Rs. 9,18,116.58
Grand Total Rs. Grand Total Rs. 14,62,025.58 14,62,025.58
01-04-2010 to 31-03-2011
Receipt Amount(Rs.) Payment Amount(Rs.)
Op. Balc 01.04.2010 Rs. 9,18,116.58
Inhand Rs. 5033.64
At Bank Rs. 9,13,082.94
Total Rs. 9,18,116.58
Govt Grant Rs. 5,40,000.00 Salary to NS staff Rs. 3,93,500.00
Tuition Fees Rs. 7,30,080.00 TA Rs. 24,915.00
Enrolment Fee Rs. 1,38,870.00 Contingency Exp. Rs. 74,129.00
Registration Fee Rs. 1,51,085.00 Furniture Exp. Rs. 1,04,500.00
Miscellaneous Fee Rs. 2,71,770.00 Postal and Tele. Rs. 18,619.00
Sale Proceed Rs. 61,400.00 Geo. Equipment Rs. 25,500.00
Audit Recovery Rs. 4,1680.00 GU Reg. fee Rs. 2,95,303.00
Bank Interest Rs. 35,299.00 HS Reg. Fee Rs. 7,716.00
Bank Charge Rs. 120.00
Trans to building fund Rs. 71,696.00
Trans to women hostel Rs. 2,00,000.00 fund
Trans to magazine fund Rs. 50,000.00
Trans to Inf. Dev. Fund Rs. 4,50,000.00
Printing Expanses Rs. 39,500.00
Clo Bal 31.03.2011 Rs. 10,95,802.58
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In Hand Rs. 6005.64
At Bank Rs. 10,89,796.94
Total Rs. 10,95,802.58
Grand Total Rs. 28,51,300.58 Grand Total Rs. 28,51,300.58
.01-04-2011 to 31-03-2012
Receipt Amount(Rs.) Payment Amount(Rs.)
Op. Balc 01.04.2011 Rs. 10,95,802.58
Inhand Rs. 6005.64
At Bank Rs. 10,89,796.94
Total Rs. 10,95,802.58
Govt Grant Rs. 9,80,00.00 Salary to NS staff Rs. 6,31,400.00
Tuition Fees Rs. 8,86,560.00 TA Rs. 31,905.00
Enrolment Fee Rs. 2,12,560.000 Contingency Exp. Rs. 57,108.00
Registration Fee Rs. 1,45,410.00 Furniture Exp. Rs. 46,050.00
Miscellaneous Fee Rs. 6,33,870.00 Postal and Tele. Rs. 30,826.00
Sale Proceed Rs. 96,360.00 Printing Exp. Rs. 49,850.00
Adv. Recovery Rs. 15,000.00 GU Reg. fee Rs. 3,42,179.00
Bank Interest Rs. 35,299.00 HS Reg. Fee Rs. 7,716.00
Temp Loan received Rs. 64,000.00 HS Reg. Fee Rs. 6,345.00 from Exam fund
Bank draft received Rs. 11,954.00 Bank Charge Rs. 60.00
Bank Interest Rs. 57,696.00 Trans to building fund Rs. 55,000.00
Bank Charge Rs. 120.00
Trans to building fund Rs. 71,696.00
Trans to Inf. Dev. Fund Rs. 9,90,500.00
Punching Machine Rs. 31,975.00
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Clo Bal 31.03.2012 Rs. 19,26,014.58 In Hand Rs. 8,312.64
At Bank Rs. 19,17,701.94
Total Rs. 19,26,014.58
Grand Total Rs. 41,99,212.58 Grand Total Rs. 41,99,212.58
01-04-2012 to 31-03-2013
Receipt Amount(Rs.) Payment Amount(Rs.)
Op. Balc 01.04.2012 Rs 19,26,014.58
Inhand Rs. 8,312.64
At Bank Rs. 19,17,701.94
Total Rs. 19,26,014.58
Govt Grant Rs. 18,70,000.00 Salary to NS staff Rs. 7,20,750.00
Tuition Fees Rs. 9,67,110.00 TA Rs. 44,695.00
Enrolment Fee Rs. 2,40,965.00 Contingency Exp. Rs. 1,16,969.00
Registration Fee Rs. 2,43,959.00 Furniture Exp. Rs. 1,65,900.00
Miscellaneous Fee Rs. 10,99,570.00 Postal and Tele. Rs. 23,336.00
Sale Proceed Rs. 1,26,400.00 Printing Exp. Rs. 1,42,650.00
TD Ref (By Bank) Rs. 3006.00 GU Reg. fee Rs. 9,77,315.00
Misc Rpt (By Bank) Rs. 811.00 HS Reg. Fee Rs. 8,900.00
Temp Loan From Exam Rs. 1,80,310.00 Bank Charge Rs. 280.00
Bank Interest Rs. 72,230.00 Purchase of FD certi. Rs. 10,00,000.00
Trans to Magazine Rs. 92,900.00 Fund
Trans to Inf. Dev. Rs. 14,91,650.00
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Fund
Trans to Game Fund Rs. 50,000.00
Excursion Exp. Rs. 1,79,500.00
Carpenter Exp. Rs. 17,200.00
Temp Loan Refund Rs. 1,80,310.00 Exm
Clo Bal 31.03.2013 Rs. 15,17,656.58
In Hand Rs. 10,772.64
At Bank Rs. 15,06,883.94
Total Rs. 15,17,656.58
Grand Total Rs. 67,30,011.58 Grand Total Rs. 67,30,011.58
Analysis of Closing Balance 31/03/2013
I) In Hand: Rs. 10,772.64
II) In UCO Bank: Rs. 14,42,742.10
III) In SBI: Rs. 64,141.84
Total: Rs. 15,17,656.58
Reserve Fund:
Certificate No. Date of Issue Amount Date of Maturity Maturity Amount
313903/225/08- 30-08-2012 Rs. 1,39,668.00 30-08-2015 Rs. 1,82,949.00 09
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591208 5-09-2012 Rs. 23-11-2013 Rs. 10,00,000.00 11,17,696.00
Statement Showing the Budget Provision Received and Utilization during 2009 to 2013
2009-10
Sl. Sanctioni Purpose Amount Amount Date of Amount Amou Rem N ng No. Sanction Received Receiv Spent nt un- arks o and Date ed ed spent
1. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
1. No. ACB/ Salary Rs. Rs. 21-05- Rs. Nil Abantan/ for the 34,44,000 34,44,000. 2009 34,44,000 27/2007 month of .00 00 .00 pt-11/59 1-04-09 dt. 21-05- to 31-07- 2009 09
2. No ACB/ Salary Rs. Rs. 5-09- Rs. Rs. Abantan/ for the 70,16,000 70,16,000. 2009 70,06,422 9,578. 27/2007 month of .00 00 .00 00 pt-11/287 July, dt. 29-08- 2009 to 2009 Feb,2010
3. No Arrear Rs. Rs. 20-03- Rs. Rs. ACB/Aba D.A. 1- 2,23,000.0 2,23,000. 2010 2,12,980. 10,020. ntan/27/2 03-09 to 0 00 00 00 007 pt- 28-02-10 11/412 dt. 18-03- 2010
4. No PMA Arrear Rs. Rs. 23-03- Rs. Nil (H) balance 7,92,381.0 7,92,381. 2010 7,92,318. 61/2008/1 deficit 0 00 00 20 dt. 19- for 2003- 03-2010 04 & 2004-05
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5. No. UGC Rs. Rs. 23-03- Rs. Nil PMA(H)3 Arrear 32,65,523. 32,65,52 2010 32,65,52 6/2010/23 1996- 00 3.00 3.00 dt. 19-03- 1999 2010
Total Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs. Surr 1,47,40,90 1,47,40,9 1,47,21,3 19,598. ende 4.00 04.00 06.00 00 r
2010-11
Sl. Sanctioning Purpose Amount Amount Date Amount Amou Rema No No. and Sanctioned Received of Spent nt un- rks Date Recei spent ved
1. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
6. PMA(H)65/ Salary Rs. Rs. 04- Rs. Nil 2010/30 dt. for the 1,11,45,000 1,11,45,0 06- 1,11,45,0 1-06-2010 month .00 00.00 2010 00.00 of 1-03- 10 to 28-02- 11
7. PMA(H)65/ Re- Rs. Rs. 15- Rs. Nil 2010/37 dt. allocati 75,09,000.0 75,09,000 11- 75,09,000 15-11-2010 on 0 .00 2010 .00 2010-11
8. PMA(H)65/ Revised Rs. Rs. 18- Rs. Nil 2010/240 UGC 20,21,854.0 20,21,854 03- 20,21,854 dt. 16-03- arrear 0 .00 2011 .00 2011 1-04-09 to 31- 07-09
PMA(H)65/ Additio Rs. Rs. 24- Rs. Nil 2010/260 nal 9,30,000.00 9,30,000. 03- 9,30,000. 9. dt. 24-03- budget 00 2011 00 2011- SELF STUDY REPORT FOR RE-ACCREDITATION, SIPAJHAR COLLEGE | 128
2011 2012
10. -Do- -do Rs. Rs. 24- Rs. Rs. Balan 91,000.00 91,000.00 03-11 81,576.00 9,424. ce 00
11. PMA(H)65/ UGC Rs. Rs. 29- Rs. Rs.(- Adjus 2010/270 arrear 21,47,000.0 21,47,000 03- 21,51,577 )4,577 ted dt. 29-03- 1-08- 0 .00 2011 .00 .00 from 2011 2009 to balan 30-11- ce 2009 amou nt
Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs. Surre 2,38,43,854 2,38,43,8 2,38,39,0 4,847. nder .00 54.00 07.00 00
2011-12
Sl. Sanctioning Purpose Amount Amount Date Amount Amo Remar No No. and Sanctioned Received of Spent unt ks Date Recei un- ved spen t
1. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
12. PMA(H)32/ Salary Rs. Rs. 4-05- Rs. Nil 2011/23 dt. for the 72,38,000. 72,38,000. 2011 72,38,00 24-05-2011 month 00 00 0.00 of 1-03- 11 to 30-06- 11
13. -do- Additio Rs. Rs. 26- Rs. Nil nal 1- 1,58,85,00 1,58,85,00 08- 1,58,85, 08-2011 0.00 0.00 2011 000.00 to 31- 03-2012
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14. PMA(H)32/ Additio Rs. Rs. 23- Rs. Rs. 2011/pt- nal 7,89,000.0 7,89,000.0 03- 7,84,102 4,89 1/52 dt. 22- Budget 0 0 2012 .00 8.00 03-2012 2011- 2012
Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs. Surren 2,39,12,00 2,39,12,00 2,39,07, 4,89 der 0.00 0.00 102.00 8.00
2012-13
Sl. Sanctioning Purpose Amount Amount Date Amount Amou Remar No No. and Sanctioned Receive of Spent nt un- ks Date d Rece spent ived
1. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
15. PMA(H)83/ Salary Rs. Rs. 28- Rs. Nil 2012/51 dt. for the 2,57,73,00 2,57,73, 05- 2,57,73,0 25-05-2012 month 0.00 000.00 2012 00.00 of 1-04- 12 to 31-03- 13
16. PMA(H)10 Additio Rs. Rs. 24- Rs. Nil 0/2012/903 nal 32,17,561. 32,17,56 07- 32,17,561 dt Dispur Budget 00 1.00 2012 .00 18-07-2012 for revised UGC arrear Dec/200 9 to April/20 10
17. PMA(H)83/ Additio Rs. Rs. 18- Rs. Rs. 2012/56 dt. nal 30,48,000. 30,48,00 03- 29,58,627 89,37 13-03-2013 Budget 00 0.00 2013 .00 3.00
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2012- 2013
Total Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs. Surre 3,20,38,56 3,20,38, 3,19,49,1 89,37 nder 1.00 561.00 88.00 3.00
Showing the Govt. G.I.A. Received and utilization during 2010-13
Sl. Sanction No Particula Amt. Amt. Date Amt. Unsp Rema No and Date rs Sanctio Receive of Spent ent rks ned d Rece balan ipt ce
1. No. Publicati Rs. Rs. 19- Rs. Nil ACB/BC/2/2008 on and 50,000.0 50,000.0 06- 50,000.0 /Pt.III/252 Dt. College 0 0 2010 0 22-04-2010 Magazin e
2. No. Infrastru Rs. Rs. 26- Rs. Nil PC/HE/Plan- cture 4,90,000 4,90,000 06- 4,90,000 5/2009/pt 258 Develop .00 .00 2010 .00 Dt. 02-06-2010 ment
3. No. Infrastru Rs. Rs. 06- Rs. Nil PC/HE/Plan- cture 9,80,000 9,80,000 08- 9,80,000 5/2009/PT 240- Develop .00 .00 2011 .00 A Dt. 07-07- ment 2011
1. No. Infrastru Rs. Rs. 05- Rs. Nil PC/HE/Plan- cture 14,70,00 14,70,00 05- 14,70,00 5/2009/PT-1/36 Develop 0.00 0.00 2012 0.00 Dt. 26-04-2012 ment
2. No. Financial Rs. Rs. 05- Rs. Nil PC/HE/Plan- Assistanc 4,00,000 4,00,000 05- 4,00,000 20/2012/54 Dt. e for .00 .00 2012 .00 24-04-2012 excursion , Magazin e, Youth
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Fest &Sports
3. Total Rs. Rs. Rs. Nil 33,90,00 33,90,00 33,90,00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Statement showing the UGC Grants: Received and Utilization during 2009-2003
Sl. Sanction No & Purpos Amt. Amt. Date Amt. Unspe Rem No Date e Sanctio Received of Spent nt arks n Recei balanc pt e
1. No F-5- College Rs. Rs. 4.4.22 Rs. Nil 67/2007(NER Develo 3,50,00 3,50,000. 009 3,50,000 O)dt. 17-03- pment 0.00 00 .00 2009
2. No F-5- College Rs. Rs. 05.02. Rs. Nil 67/2007(NER Develo 7,87,00 7,87,000. 2010 7,87,000 O)dt. 21-01- pment 0.00 00 .00 2001
3. No F-16- Constr Rs. Rs. 24.02. Rs. Nil 79/07-08/W.H. uction 25,00,0 6,25,000. 2010 6,25,000 Extension/NE of 00.00 00(2nd .00 RO Dt. 19-02- Women Installme 2010 Hostel nt)
4. No. F-35- Teachi Rs. Rs. 05.05. Rs. Nil 265/add(NER ng Aid 13,325, 13,325,00 2011 13,25,00 O)/2011/5600 and 000.00 0.00 0.00 Dt. 29-03-2011 Equip ment
5. No. F-33- Constr Rs. Rs. 11.05. Rs. Nil 115/sports/NE uction 75,00,0 40,00,000 2011 40,00,00 RO/5593 Dt. of 00.00 .00 (1st 0.00 31-03-2011 Indoor Installme Sports nt) Trainin g
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facilitie s and Sports Goods
6. No. F-33- Constr ----- Rs. 12.03. Rs. 115/spotrs/NE uction 28,00,000 2012 28,00,00 RO/5593 Dt. of .00(2nd 0.00 31-03-2011 Indoor Installme Sports nt) Trainin g facilitie s and Sports Goods
7. No. F- Teachi Rs. Rs. 21.01. Rs. 33.35.265/add/ ng Aid 1,47,00 1,47,000. 2012 1,47,000 NERO Dt. 09- and 0.00 00 .00 01-2012 Equip ment
8 No f-35- Teachi Rs. Rs. 19.07. Rs. Rs. 265/add/2011( ng Aid 11,06,9 11,06,993 2012 10,70,80 36,193 NERO) Dt. and 93.00 .00 0.00 .00 10.07.2012 Equip ment
9. No F-35- Teachi Rs. Rs. 25.02. Nil Rs. 265/add/NER ng Aid 8,85,59 8,85,594. 2013 8,85,5 O/20709 Dt. and 4.00 00 94.00 02-02-2013 Equip ment
Total Rs. Rs. Rs. 1,20,26,5 1,11,04, 9,21,7 87.00 800.00 87.00
Scholarship Grants in Aid Receipt and utilized during 2009-2013
Sl Sanctioning Purpos Amount Amount Date Utilized Unspe Remark No Sanctio of
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. No and Date e n Receipt Recei nt s pt
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
1. ITDP(M)12 ST(F) 2 6,850.00 6,850.00 Not 6,850.00 Nil 2/95/PT-II no‘s Avail 2004- able 05/709-39 dt. 02-02- 2010
2. ITDP(M)12 ST(F) 2 Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Nil 2/95/PT-II no‘s 5,590.00 5,590.00 Avail 5,590.00 2004- able 05/709-39 dt. 02-02- 2010
3. ITDP(M)12 ST(F) 2 Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Nil 2/95/PT-I no‘s 6,030.00 6,030.00 Avail 6,030.00 2004-05 dt. able 17-03-09
4. ITDP(M)12 ST(F) 5 Rs. Rs. 21-06- Rs. Nil 2/95/PT- no‘s 13,815.0 13,815.0 2011 13,815.0 II/2009-10 0 0 0 1129-72 dt. 01-06-2011
5. Not ST(R) Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Nil Available 1 no‘s 3,975.00 3,975.00 Avail 3,975.00 able
6. Not ST(F) 1 Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Nil Available no‘s 5,945.00 5,945.00 Avail 5,945.00 able
7. ITDP(M)12 SC(F) Rs. Rs. 02-07- Rs. Nil 3/95/PT- 25 no‘s 75,020.0 75,020.0 2010 75,020.0 II/2009- 0 0 0 10/888-921 dt. 11-06- 2010
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8. ITDP(M)12 SC(F) Rs. Rs. 02-07- Rs. Rs. Refunde 3/95/PT- 13 no‘s 36,985.0 36,985.0 2010 33,943.0 3,015.0 d to II/2009- 0 0 0 0 ITDP(M 10/888-921 ) dt. 11-06- 2010
9. ITDP(M)12 SC(F) 8 Rs. Rs. 02-07- Rs. Rs. -do- 3/95/PT- no‘s 27,210.0 27,210.0 2010 19,840.0 7,373.0 II/2009- 0 0 0 0 10/888-921 dt. 11-06- 2010
10. Not SC(F) 9 Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Rs. -do- Available no‘s 29,705.0 29,705.0 Avail 20,670.0 9,035.0 0 0 able 0 0
11. Not SC(R) Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Nil Available 3 no‘s 9,270.00 9,270.00 Avail 9,270.00 able
12. Not SC(F) Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Nil Available 10 no‘s 38,360.0 38,360.0 Avail 38,360.0 0 0 able 0
13. Not SC(R) Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Nil Available 22 no‘s 79,100.0 79,100.0 Avail 79,100.0 0 0 able 0
14. ITDP(M)12 SC(F) Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Rs. Refunde 3//PT- 16 no‘s 41,890.0 41,890.0 Avail 38,990.0 2,900.0 d to II/2009- 0 0 able 0 0 ITDP(M 10/247-72 ) dt. 21-09- 2012
15. ITDP(M)12 SC(F) Rs. Rs. 04-10- Rs. Nil 3//PT- 113 1,15,584 1,15,584 2012 1,15,584 II/2009- no‘s .00 .00 .00 10/247-72 dt. 21-09- 2012
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16. ITDP(M)12 SC(F) Rs. Rs. -do- Rs. Nil 3//PT- 22 no‘s 95,320.0 95,320.0 95,320.0 II/2009- 0 0 0 10/247-72 dt. 21-09- 2012
17. Not OBC(F Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Rs. Refunde Available )50 Nos 1,43,890 1,43,890 Avail 1,00,175 43,175. d to .00 .00 able .00 00 ITDP(M )
18. Not OBC(F Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Rs. -do- Available )52 Nos 1,50,700 1,50,700 Avail 1,33,410 17,290. .00 .00 able .00 00
19. Not OBC(F Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Rs. -do- Available )37 Nos 1,01,635 1,01,635 Avail 79,970.0 21,665. .00 .00 able 0 00
20. Not OBC(F Rs. Rs. Not Rs. Rs. -do- Available )206 3,20,800 3,20,800 Avail 3,14,840 5,960.0 Nos .00 .00 able .00 0
21. ITDP(M)12 OBC(F Rs. Rs. 21-06- Rs. Rs. -do- 2/95/PT- )63 Nos 1,25,440 1,25,440 2011 81,360.0 44,080. II/2009- .00 .00 0 00 10/1129-72 dt. 01-06- 2011
22. Not OBC(F Rs. Rs. 02-06- Rs. Rs. -do- Available )211 3,26,160 3,26,160 2011 3,17,000 9,160.0 Nos .00 .00 .00 0
23 Not OBC(F Rs. Rs. 21-03- Rs. Rs. Undisbu Available )242 3,74,880 3,74,880 2013 3,39,680 35,200. rsed Nos .00 .00 .00 00 kept with college
Total Rs. Rs. Rs. Rs. 21,34,15 21,34,15 19,35,30 1,98,85 4.00 4.00 1.00 3.00
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Fund Receipt and Expenditure Statement (For the period from 01-04-13 to 31-03-14)
Name of Yea Opening Receipt Inter Total Expend Closing Grant/Fu r Balance est Receipt iture Balance nd & Bank Ac. Cash Bank Cas Bank No. h
General 1.04. 10,77 15,21,8 1,47,21, 77,86 1,63,32, 1,45,65, 105 17,65,4 Fund 13 2.64 83.94 603.00 1.00 120.58 661.00 3.64 05.94 07220100 to 000268 31.0 3.14 10762899 914
Building -do- 112.0 46,248. 3,85,600 3,570 4,35,530 3,55,922 112. 79,496. Fund 0 00 .00 .00 .00 .00 00 00
07220100 003469
Common -do- 11.00 1,41,98 1,44,800 8,608 2,95,401 2,00,000 11.0 95,390. Room 2.00 .00 .00 .00 .00 0 00 Fund
07220100 003564
C.W. -do- 41.00 86,658. 2,89,600 7,857 3,84,156 3,53,920 41.0 30,195. Fund 00 .00 .00 .00 .00 0 00
07220100 003470
Game -do- 18.20 62,572. 1,15,660 4,755 1,83,005 15,250.0 18.2 1,67,73 Fund 00 .00 .00 .20 0 0 7.00
07220100 002411
Library -do- 00.32 82,308. 1,44,750 6,113 2,33,171 25,817.0 2.32 2,07,35
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Fund 00 .00 .00 .00 0 2.00
07220100 002412
Magazin -do- 87.77 1,31,38 1,46,900 8103. 2,86,479 26,770.0 87.7 2,59,62 e Fund 9.00 .00 00 .77 0 7 2.00
07220100 002636
Student -do- 247.2 75,158. 72,300.0 4527. 1,52,232 Nil 247. 1,51,98 Aid Fund 9 00 0 00 .00 29 5.00
07220100 002638
Electricit -do- 876.9 73,093. 2,89,500 7,340 3,70,809 1,40,947 870. 2,28,99 y Fund 2 00 .00 .00 .92 .00 92 2.00
07220100 003471
Student -do- 416.0 24048. 2,15,130 4617. 2,44,211 1,27,390 416. 1,16,40 Union 0 00 .00 00 .00 .00 00 5.00
07220100 002413
Book 2013 20.00 95,285. 72,350.0 5338. 1,72,993 Nil 20.0 1,72,97 Bank -14 00 0 00 .00 0 3.00 Fund
07220100 013228
Faculty 560.0 3,51,67 4,34,000 21,21 8,07,449 4,20,840 460. 3,86,14 Dev. 0 7.00 .00 2.00 .00 .00 00 9.00 Fund
07220100 013229
Scout 125.0 29,907. 42,590.0 2,051 74,673.0 3,245.00 125. 71,303. and 0 00 0 .00 0 00 00 Guide
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Fund
07220100 013230
Exam 621.1 7,17,78 20,61,88 35,69 28,15,98 18,60,05 650 9,49,41 Fund 9 7.00 0.00 2.00 0.09 7.00 6.19 7.00
07220100 002410
IQAC Nil 500.00 70,460.0 1,437 72,397.0 14,600 Nil 57,797. Fund 0 .00 0 00
07220110 041628
Hostel 24.00 19,045. 1,41,900 2230. 1,63,199 78,222.0 22.0 84,955. Fund 00 .00 00 .00 0 0 00
07220100 013897
Infrastru 1468. -- 1,04,29, 34,91 1,04,65, 1,02,84, 68.0 1,81,81 cture 00 540.00 6.00 884.00 004.00 0 2.00 Dev.
70760100 35273
Career Nil 500.00 13,53,00 5533. 13,59,03 14167.0 500. 13,44,3 Oriented 0.00 00 3.0 0 00 66.00 Course
07220110 041635
Library Nil 1,25,41 66,900.0 6457. 1,98,767 Nil Nil 1,98,76 Cuotion 0.00 0 00 .00 7.00 Fund
70760100 05541
UGC 260.1 10,81,8 23,43,25 Nil 34,25,35 28,40,80 260. 5,84,29 Fund 5 41.00 0.00 1.15 0.00 15 1.00
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10762899 925
Closing Balance of the Subsidiary Fund (as on 31-03-2014)
Sl. No. Name of the Cash in Cash at Bank A/c No. Total Fund Hand Bank Closing Balance
1 2 3 4 5 6
1. General Fund 1053.64 17,65,405.94 07220100000268 17,66,459.58
10762899914
2. Building 112.00 79,496.00 07220100003469 79,608.00 Fund
3. Common 11.00 95,390.00 07220100003564 95,401.00 Room Fund
4. College 41.00 30,195.00 07220100003470 30,236.00 Welfare Fund
5. Game Fund 18.20 1,67,737.00 07220100002411 1,67,755.00
6. Library Fund 2.32 2,07,352.00 07220100002412 2,07,354.32
7. Magazine 87.77 2,59,622.00 07220100002636 2,59,709.77 Fund
8. Student Aid 247.29 1,51,985.00 07220100002638 1,52,232.29 Fund
9. Electricity 870.92 2,28,992.00 07220100003471 2,29,862.92 Fund
10. Student 416.00 1,16,405.00 07220100002413 1,16,821.00 Union
11. Book Bank 20.00 1,72,973.00 07220100013228 1,72,993.00 Fund
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12. Faculty Dev. 460.00 3,86,149.00 07220100013229 3,86,609.00 Fund
13. Scout Guide 125.00 71,303.00 07220100013230 71,428.00 Fund
14. Examination 6506.19 9,49,417.00 07220100002410 9,55,923.19 Fund
15. IQAC Fund Nil 57,797.00 0722010041628 57,797.00
16. Hostel Fund 22.00 84,955.00 0722010013897 84,977.00
17. Infrastructure 68.00 1,81,812.00 7076010035273 1,81,880.00 Dev. Fund
18. COC Fund 500.00 13,44,366.00 0722010041635 13,44,866.00
19. Library Nil 1,98,767.00 707610005541 1,98,767.00 Caution Fund
20. UGC Fund 260.15 5,84,291.00 1072899925 5,84,551.15
Collection of Fees and Fines:
Sl. Sessi No. Ar Scie Comm Collec Total Remissi Sh Exc Rem No on Of ts nce erce tion Fees on(if ort ess ark . Stud due Collecte any) ent for d the year
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
H.S. 46 46 ------1,26,14 ------1st 0.00 Yea r
H.S. 40 40 ------1,09,29 ------2nd 0.00 Yea r
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T.D. 627 62 ------26,09,2 ------C.1st 7 70.00 Yea r
T.D. 457 45 ------16,83,8 ------C. 7 20.00 2nd Yea r
T.D. 339 33 ------12,44,8 ------C. 9 90.00 3rd Yea r
Reserve Fund
Sl. Certificate Account Name Date of Amount Date Maturi No No. No. of the Purchase/rei invested/rein of ty . Bank nvestment vestment Matu Value rity
1. 313903/225/0 0722010 UCO 30-08-2012 1,39,668.00 30- 1,82,94 8/08-09 0000268 Bank 08- 9.00 2015
2. 591208/07220 0722010 UCO 23-11-2013 11,11,937.00 23- 12,15,6 310008744 0000268 BAnk 11- 40.00 2014
3. 310668 7076010 A.G.V 11-10-2013 20,00,000.00 11- 20,88,4 035273 . Bank 04- 57.00 2014
4. 310669 7076010 A.G.V 11-10-2013 30,00,000.00 11- 32,79,2 035273 . Bank 10- 50.00 2014
5. 310687 7076010 A.G.V 20-11-2013 30,00,000.00 20- 31,32,6 035273 . Bank 05- 86.00 2014
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6. 023702 7076010 A.G.V 20-11-2013 19,00,000.00 20- 035273 . Bank 02- 2014
Sl. Sanctioned No. Particulars Amoun Amoun Dat Amou Unspen Rem No t t Draw e of nt t arks . Sanctio dra spent n wn
1. F33- Sports 7,00,00 7,00,00 02- 7,00,0 Nil 115/sports/NE infrastructu 0.00 0.00 04- 00.00 RO/21205 dt re and 201 28-02-2013 equipment 3
2. F5- Book, 1,62,00 1,62,00 02- 1,62,0 Nil 108/2012(NER Journals 0.00 0.00 04- 00.00 O)/21807 dt. and 201 21-03-2013 equipment 3
3. F. No 4- Career 12,60,0 12,60,0 11, Nil 12,60,0 Proc 95/2013(COC) oriented 00.00 00.00 04- 00.00 ess dt. 13-03-2013 course 201 going 3
4. F5-67/TF/2012 Contingency 15,000. 15,000. 05, 15,000 Nil NERO dt. 16- Grant to 00 00 02- .00 01-2014 Teachers‘ 201 Fellow 4
5. F8- Seminar/Co 1,01,25 1,01,25 13- Nil 1,01,25 Proc 77/Sem/Cont./ nference 0.00 0.00 03- 0.00 ess NERO/2013-14 201 going dt. 06-03-2014 4
6. F8- Seminar/Co 1,05,00 1,05,00 20- Nil 1,05,00 Proc 78/Sem/Cont/N nference 0.00 0.00 03- 0.00 ess ERO/2013-14 201 going dt 11-03-2014 4
Utilization of Govt. Grants
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Sl Sanctioned Particula Amount Amount Dat Amoun Unspent Rema . No. rs Sanction Draw e of t spent rks N dra o. wn
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
1. PMA(H)2/20 Infrastru 99,50,00 99,50,00 26- Nil 99,50,00 Proce 12/PZ 58 to cture 0.00 0.00 09- 0.00 ss 98 dt. 02-01- Developm 13 going 2013 ent
2. PC/HE/Plan/ -do- 4,90,000 4,90,000 12- 4,90,00 Nil 5/09 pt-1/103 .00 .00 11- 0.00 dt. 27-05- 13 2013
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 is keen to secure additional funding from various agencies for college development and other related purposes. The following are the grants received and utilized:
Additional Grant/ Schedule merged with Development Grants:
Sl. Name of the Item Grants Grants Grants Remarks No. Scheme Allocated Received Utilized (Rs.) (Rs.) (Rs.)
1. Improveme Common 2,00,000.00 2,00,000.00 2,00,000.00 nt of Room and facilities in Toilet existing facilities for premises women
2. Colleges Accommoda 10,00,000.00 9,00,000.00 9,00,000.00 located in tion for Rural/ teachers Remote/ students on Border/ rental basis Hill/ Tribal
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Areas
3. Establishme Essential 2,00,000.00 2,00,000.00 2,00,000.00 nt of Day facilities Care Centre in Colleges
4. Establishme Pentium PC 3,10,000.00 3,04,000.00 3,04,000.00 nt of UGC- (latest), Network Printer, Resource UPS, Centre Software, (UGC-NRC) fax Modem, Internet Connectivity
5. Career and Computer 7,00,000.00 6,50,000.00 6,50,000.00 Counseling with Cell Internet, Laser Printer, Photo Copier, Fax, Hiring Charges, TA/ DA to Counselor, Resource persons, Honorarium , reading material and contingency etc.
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6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS)
6.5.1 Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) a. Has the Institution established an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)? If ‗yes‘, what is the institutional policy with regard to quality assurance and how has it contributed in institutionalizing the quality assurance processes?
Yes, Sipajhar College established its Internal Quality Assurance Cell on 18- 10-2005 and Reconstituted on 02-02-2012.
Right from its inception the IQAC of the college has been the nodal agency for initiating and assuring quality in the academic activities of the college. It has adopted the following policy with regard to quality assurance:
*As a first step the IQAC of the college formulated the ―mission and vision‖ of the college and incorporated it into the prospectus.
* The IQAC of the college prepared its own academic calendar which too was then incorporated into the prospectus to enable the students and guardians to have a fairly good idea of what to expect from each academic year.
*Internal evaluation examinations were introduced in the college much before it became mandatory as per University regulations.
*The IQAC delegated responsibilities and constituted several cells like Women‘s Cell; Extension Education Cell; Information, Career Guidance and Counseling Cell; Grievance Redressal Cell to look into various aspects of quality assurance. These cells have conveners who are given the freedom to form and execute Action plans with the support of IQAC. b. How many decisions of the IQAC have been approved by the management/ authorities for implementation and how many of them were actually implemented?
All decisions of IQAC have been approved by the Governing Body of the college and all have been implemented since these are already prior- approved.
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c. Does the IQAC have external members on its committee? If so, mention any significant contribution made by them.
No. d. How do students and alumni contribute to effective functioning of the IQAC?
The students and alumni provide feedback about the drawbacks of the policies and functioning of the college which help the college to upgrade the standard of functioning. e. How does the IQAC communicate and engage staff from different constituents of the institution?
The IQAC coordinator is selected by the Joint General Meeting of teachers and staff and the Chairman and coordinator are authorized to constitute the team. After the formation of the executive it held consultations and arrived at a consensus to delegate authority and responsibilities by constituting different cells to look after and ensure quality assurance. It was also decided to allow the General Meeting to decide on the conveners who would in turn be allowed to choose their team and inform the IQAC executive about the same within a week. Similarly, the Vice Principal, the President of the Teachers‘ Unit and the Head Assistant were co-opted as ex-officio members in the IQAC executive.
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 operationalization.
The IQAC Executive has 3 members from the administration – the Principal who is the administrative head of the college as its chairman; the Vice Principal who is the head of all Academic affairs; the President of the Teachers‘ Unit who conveys all matters related to academic activities to the Vice-Principal and the Head Assistant who also brings any administrative problems to the notice of the Principal. If the need arises these issues are raised at the IQAC executive meeting and then if necessary taken up at the General Meetings which are held at least 3 times in a year. The IQAC executive meets 6 times annually and the review meetings of all the constituent cells are held twice annually to take stock of their activities and
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hear out their plans and problems if any. The IQAC coordinator coordinates all these.
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, the college provides training programmes on computer application for non-teaching staff for effective office management. The staff is also trained in the use of any new machines integrated into the administrative set-up.
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, the Principal and Chairman, IQAC conducts the Academic Audit through a meeting with the HOD‘s whereby details of course completion, matters related to student attendance, performance in internal and external are discussed and if any problems arise, all that transpires at the meeting are then discussed at a departmental meeting by the HOD. The HOD also meets the students to take stock of course completion and other activities included in the Activity Calendar prior to the meeting with the Principal.
*The College, being under the partial administrative control of the Government of Assam, the government conducts regular inspections through the Directorate of Higher Education, Assam.
*Gauhati University, as the affiliating university, too conducts annual inspection and makes periodic assessment of the academic performance of the college.
6.5.5 How are the internal quality assurance mechanisms aligned with the requirements of the relevant external quality assurance agencies/regulatory authorities?
The IQAC of the college has been set up in accordance with NAAC guidelines and it therefore carries out its activities in keeping with the requirements of NAAC.
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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 IQAC has entrusted the Academic Committee of the college headed by the Vice-Principal to keep track of the routine teaching- learning activities. All the HOD‘s are required to submit copies of class-allotment to the committee which then collates the details and incorporates it into the college routine. Copies of the departmental routine are made available to the students and displayed on notice boards. Copies of Course Allotment are also provided to the students at the beginning of each session.
The Principal and Chairman, IQAC conducts periodic Academic Audits through a meeting with the HOD‘s whereby details of course completion, matters related to student attendance, performance in internal and external examinations and such matters are discussed and if any problems arise, these are also discussed. All that transpires at the meeting are then discussed at a departmental meeting by the HOD. The HOD also meets the students to take stock of course completion and other activities included in the Activity Calendar prior to the meeting with the Principal.
Internal and External Examination Committees are formed from time to time to conduct and monitor these examinations.
6.5.7 How does the institution communicate its quality assurance policies, mechanisms and outcomes to the various internal and external stakeholders?
Sipajhar College communicates its quality assurance policies, mechanisms and outcomes to the various internal and external stakeholders through its prospectus which is published annually and through the college website.
CRITERIA VII: INNOVATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES
7.1 Environmental Consciousness
7.1.1 Does the Institute conduct a Green Audit of its campus and facilities?
Not yet, however every effort has been made to keep the campus green and eco-friendly. The college is declared no plastic zone. Plans are afoot to have SELF STUDY REPORT FOR RE-ACCREDITATION, SIPAJHAR COLLEGE | 149
a medicinal plant garden. We have several perennial trees on our campus and the approach road to the college hostel. A rotary and a garden for seasonal plants was also donated to the college by one of its faculty at a cost of one lakh rupees.
7.1.2 What are the initiatives taken by the college to make the campus eco- friendly?
Sipajhar College has a university nominated nodal teacher for environment studies with a mandate to promote environmental awareness. The Women‘s Cell of the college under the aegis of IQAC has been observing World Environment Day for the last 4 years to keep the campus green and eco-friendly. The following are a few initiatives worth mentioning:
Energy Conservation:
**Proper care is taken to check unnecessary energy consumption by replacing incandescent bulbs with CFL and inculcating the spirit of disciplined use of energy by continuously urging students to switch off fans when they leave the classrooms. ** Old electrical wiring, equipment and gadgets have been systematically replaced. ** Steps have been initiated for the installation of a transformer exclusively for the college.
Water harvesting:
The pond within the campus facilitates rainwater pooling.
Efforts for Carbon neutrality: The college has curtailed emission of carbon by replacing firewood with LPG connections in the hostel for cooking.
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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 following are a few innovations introduced in the college during the last four years which have created positive impact on the functioning of the college.
1. Modified Admission Procedure: a. Manual billing is replaced by computerized system. b. Prior to 2012 admissions were provided first and then only major subjects were allotted after conducting an entrance test by the concerned departments. Now students can directly opt for either Major Course or General Course right at the time of taking admission.
c. To rationalize the admission procedure a merit list is prepared on the basis of the total marks obtained at the +2 level and then applications are treated on the basis of marks obtained in the subject in which the student wishes to major in a cut-off mark for each subject is decided at the General Meeting of teachers.
2. Introduction of ICT: a. Biometric Punching has been installed for recording attendance of the Principal, Vice-Principal, teaching and non-teaching staff. All are required to record their time of arrival and departure. b. Blackboards are being gradually replaced by Green Boards, Lap-tops and LCD Projectors. c. Library has been computerized.
3. Others: a. A Green Power Generator has been acquired. b. Departmental Class Diary and Individual Log Books are being maintained.
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7.3 Best Practices
7.3.1 Elaborate on any two practices as per the annexed format 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: 1
Log Book
1. Goal The goal of this practice is to monitor and ensure timely completion of allotted course by teachers. The maintenance of proper procedure and records allows for cross-verification by the concerned authorities without impinging upon the dignity of the teachers. It makes the task of collecting data by IQAC easier too since these Individual Log Books are verified by the Vice-Principal every month after being counter-signed by the HOD. This practice encourages the teachers to plan and implement their Teaching Plans more accurately and also helps them to record their academic and other activities for their professional benefit as well. This system will also enable the teachers to keep a record of their activities for preparing their annual self- appraisal report at the end of the academic year.
2. The Context It was noticed by the Academic committee that many a time course matters remained incomplete and there was no means of fixing responsibility. So it was decided to officially allocate course material. It was also felt that there was a need to ensure the completion of courses allotted within a time-frame to achieve academic excellence and create confidence in the minds of the stakeholders that we back- up our words with action.
3. The Practice All the teachers have their individual Log Books which have space provided to record the time, class, unit taught and a remarks column.
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These entries are verified by the HOD every week. Cross-checking with course-allotment and Teaching Plans enables and ensures timely completion and intervention in case of problems. The Log Books provide insight into the workings of the departments which are used as a guide for discussion by the Academic Committee at its meetings.
The personal Log Books of the teachers record all their activities including academic. These are also countersigned by the HOD before being submitted to the Principal/ Vice-Principal for checking and verification at the end of every month.
4. Evidence of success The Log Book has to be filled in daily and counter-signed by the HOD so monitoring becomes easier and more effective. The pace and level of course completion is easily visible and any slackness can be corrected at the earliest before it snowballs into a major crisis. So, all the teachers work with a new sense of purpose and well defined time- frame.
Since the Log Book has to be filled in daily it becomes an accurate data-base as teachers do not depend on fickle memory nor can it be fudged at a later date.
The Log Book is checked monthly by the Principal/Vice-Principal so the faculty members can show-case their individual activities and achievements to the authorities
A shared sense of responsibility and commitment has developed among the teachers, the Head of the Department, the Academic Committee and ultimately the Head of the Institution
5. Problems Encountered and Resources Required
There are a few problems which have been encountered in proper implementation of this practice. They can be summarized as follows:
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Earlier the Log Book were written at the week-end so sometimes teachers used to forget to record their activities daily due to pressure of work and a lack of compulsion. This had led to putting down details from memory which threatened the reliability of such records. However with the change in format of the Log Books which now require regular monitoring coupled with gentle reminders teachers have become sincere and regular.
This Practice does not entail any high financial outlay and the cost of printing the Log Book annually is borne by the college.
Best Practice: 2
Action Plans &Teaching Plans
1. Goal The aim of this practice is to ensure that the teachers are prepared and ready for their classes before the beginning of the semester. The reference materials can be collected, photocopied and readied during the vacation. Books can be borrowed by the teachers from the central library and returned after vacation.
2. The Context The University keeps changing the course contents every few years and sometimes these are not easily available in the college resource pool. These need to be collected. Teachers also need to up-date themselves on these newly included course materials. When they have a plan to work with everything becomes more systematic and time- bound. It also helps the teachers to plan on how to tackle the challenge of preparing for students of varying intelligence and from various socio-economic backgrounds.
3. The Practice The IQAC has provided all the teachers with a common and uniform format for preparing the Teaching Plans to all the teachers. The teachers are required to prepare their Teaching Plans during the
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semester break and submit a soft copy of the same to the IQAC on re-opening of the college. This ensures that Teaching Plans are prepared on time. The Teaching Plans are prepared on the basis of the University Academic calendar, holiday list, the course allotment and Action plan arrived at by the teachers at the departmental meeting. All these are integrated into the Teaching Plans. As the Teaching Plans, Class diaries and Log Books are all inter-related and inter-connected and all are verified and checked. Finally we have the Action Taken Report at the end of the semester where teachers can report any problems they faced in implementation and if or how they were able to overcome these.
4. Evidence of success As has been reflected in the Log Books teachers are able to complete their course as these pre-allotted and prepared for. As the Teaching Plans are prepared on the basis of the Academic Calendar and Action Plans the chances of things not going to plan are limited. Again since all plans need to be submitted in soft-copies all teachers have acquired competency in the basics of computer use.
5. Problems encountered Initially there was resistance from the teachers since preparing and implementing Teaching Plans require a lot of effort and hard-work. However with some gentle persuasion and mutual discussions, things were resolved and the practice has been whole-heartedly accepted and implemented with great success.
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6. Contact Details
Name of the Principal: Dr P.C. Deka
Name of the Institution: Sipajhar College
City: Mangaldoi
Pin Code: 784145
Accredited Status: C++
Work Phone: 03713266427
Website: www.sipajharcollege.org
E-mail:[email protected]
Mobile: 9954044122
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C. EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENTS
Evaluative Report of the Department of Assamese (2009-2014)
The self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3- 4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data. 1. Name of the Department: Assamese
2. Year of Establishment: 1971
3. Names of Programmes/Courses Offered: Under Graduate, General and Major and PG proposed (UG, PG, M.Phil., Integrated Ph.D. etc.)
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: -- NIL
5. Annual/Semester/Choice-based credit system: B.A. Annual till 2011
B.A. Semester since 2012
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by the department: NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: NIL
8. Details of course/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Does not arise
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9. Number of Teaching Posts Sanctioned Filled
Professors NIL -
Associate Professor 4 4
Assistant Professor 1 1
10. Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. Of No. Of Years PhD of Students Experi guided for ence the last 4 years
M. Kakati M.A. Associate Literature, 30 ---- (Double), Professor Language Years B.T., M. Phil.
Smt. Prabha M.A., M. Associate Language 29 Devi Phil Professor Years
Dr. R.C. M.A., Ph.D. Associate Literature 26 8 Deka Professor Years Already 1 awarded
Dr. P.K. M.A., M. Associate Literature 21 2 Nath Phil., Ph.D. Professor Years
M.K. M.A., M. Assistant Language 20 Saharia Phil. Professor Years
11. List of senior visiting faculty: --NIL
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12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled by temporary faculty: 1 (one)
13. Student-Teachers Ratio: Major- 1:10, Gen, 1:125
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff : Sanctioned-Nil and Filed-Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./D.Litt./PhD./M. Phil./PG: PG-5; M.Phil-04, Ph.D.-2
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National, b) International funding agencies and grants received: NIL
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: NIL
18. Research Centre/facility recognized by the University: NIL
19. Publications:
a) Publication per faculty: i) Dr. R.C. Deka- 8 (6 Nos Edited books) ii) Dr. P.K. Nath- 5 (2 Nos Edited books)
b) Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals(national/international) by faculty and students: National – i) Dr. R.C. Deka- 5 ii) Dr. P.K. Nath- 3 iii) M.K. Saharia- 2
International- i) Dr. R.C. Deka- 3
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ii) Dr. P.K. Nath- 1 iii)M.K. Saharia- 2
c) Number of publications listed in International Database(e.g Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare database- International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.): NIL d) Monographs: NIL e) Chapter in Books: i) Dr. R.C. Deka – 5 ii) Dr. P.K. Nath – 4 iii) M.K. Saharia- 1 f) Books Edited: i) Dr. R.C. Deka – 5 ii) Dr. P.K. Nath – 3
g) Books with ISBN/ISSN number with details of publishers: NIL h) Citation Index: NIL i) SNIP: NIL j) SJR: NIL k) Impact factor: NIL l) H-index: NIL
20. Areas of consultancy: Ph. D. Guide-ship (Dr. R.C. Deka and Dr. P.K. Nath)
21. Faculty as members in a) National Committees: i) Dr. R.C. Deka- working member of Ph.D. Committee of Assamese Dept., GU in 2011 working as a invited executive member of Asam Sahitya Sabha in 2011 working as president of ‗SARSA‘, a government registered National Level Drama Association of Sipajhar, Darrang, Assam-2011 Member of Assessment Committee of SRF, Dept. of Assamese, GU-2011
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b) International Committees: NIL c) Editorial Boards: i) Dr. R.C.Deka- Member of Asom Sahitya Sabha Patrika/Darrang Zila Sahitya Sabha Patrika/President of Editorial Board of Diamond Jubilee Souvenir, Sipajhar H.S. and M.P.School. ii) Dr. P.K. Nath – Member of the editorial board of ACTA Annual Journal/ Darrang Zila Sahitya Sabha Patrika. iii) M.K. Saharia- Darrang Zila Sahitya Sabha Patrika/All Assam Jogi Sanmilani Annual Session Souvenir/ Souvenir, Annual Session of All Assam College Employees Association, Sipajhar
22. Student Projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter-departmental/programme: All 4th semester Major students have to do in-house projects on local folk culture/literature/custom/historical place/language etc. b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organisations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: 23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students: NIL 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department: NIL 25. Seminars/ Conferences/ Workshops organized & the source of funding: a) National: NIL b) International: NIL 26. Student profile programme/course wise:
Year Name of the Applications Selected Enrolled Pass Course/Programme received *M *F Percentage 2010-11 B. A (M) 67 41 06 35 100%
B.A. (Gen) 592 548 228 320 90%
2011-12 B. A (M) 78 50 05 45 100%
B.A. (Gen) 693 600 232 368 80.57%
2012-13 B. A (M) 110 66 10 56 90.9%
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B.A. (Gen) 696 571 274 297 90.25%
2013-14 B. A (M) 97 65 09 56 89.18%
B.A. (Gen) 777 627 259 368 89.12%
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of students: Name of the % of students % of students % of students Course from the same from the other from abroad state states
Under Graduate 100% NIL NIL
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil Services, Defense Services, etc.? NIL
29. Student progression Student Progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 40% PG to M. Phil NIL PG to PhD NIL PG to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed Campus selection NIL Other than campus recruitment 40% Entrepreneurship/Self-Employment 25%
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30. Details of infrastructural facilities: a) Library: The departmental Library has more than 780 books including reference books. b) Internet facilities for Staff and Students: Available for staff. c) Classrooms with ICT facility: NIL d) Laboratories: NIL
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: Scholarship from Government (OBC-110, SC-13).
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external experts: A Seminar on the topic – Research Methodology organized by the department on 11.03.2014, External Expert- Prof. Ghateswar Barua, Department of Assamese, Tangla College.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: i) Additional classes are taken by the faculties as and when required by the students. ii) Class tests are regularly held at monthly interval. iii) Interaction sessions are regularly held for improvement of students‘ learning.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities: All faculties of the department associate with NGOs like Satra, Sarsa, Dasami Devi Foundation.
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future Plans:
STRENGTH:
I. Number and Quality of enrolment of students is satisfactory. II. The Department has a library with maximum number of reference books. III. The Department has very sincere and helpful faculty members.
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IV. The results of the students of the Department are good (90% to 100%). V. A hand-written anthology of poetry ―ALOK‖ published annually by the students of the Department.
WEAKNESS:
I. Students-teachers ratio is not up to the mark especially for general course. II. Most of the students are from the weaker section of the society for which they are engaged by parents for earning livelihood as a result, they cannot attend classes regularly. III. The department has not modern IT facilities like projectors, monitor board etc. for the benefit of the students. IV. The department has no sufficient computers to be used by the students.
OPPORTUNITY:
I. Interchange of allotted course among the teachers . II. Courses allotted to each teacher cover all units of all papers and thus it help to augment their knowledge and experience. III. The teachers are benefited from the Internet connection available in the Department. IV. P.G. Classes for the department, proposed.
CHALLENGES:
I. The Department is continuously making every effort for all round development of its students. II. Most of the students are from poor family and cannot afford to buy books and other materials. However, the department has made arrangement for supply of sufficient books to the students from its departmental library.
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III. As there is no pre-admission counseling of students, the quality of entry level students is not to the mark. However, for the consistent efforts of the teachers, the results of the students are much satisfactory.
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Evaluative Report of the Department of Economics (2010-14)
The self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3-4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data.
1. Name of the Department: Department of Economics
2. Year of Establishment: 1971
3. Names of Programmes/Courses Offered(UG, PG, M. Phil., Integrated Ph.D. etc.): Under Graduate a) B. A Major (Economics) b) B. A. General (Economics) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: -- Nil
5. Annual/Semester/Choice-based credit system: B.A. Annual till 2011 B.A. Semester since 2012
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: NIL
8. Details of course/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: None
9. Number of Teaching Posts
Year Sanctioned Filled Professors NIL - Till Associate Professor 1 1 2013 Assistant Professor 1 1 From Assistant Professor 2 1 2014
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10. Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. Of No. Of PhD Years of Students Experience guided for the last 4 years 1.Minati M.A. Associate Banking 34 years ----- Goswami Professor Retired on Feb. 2014 2.Gultaz M. A., M. Assistant Labour 18 Years ------Begum Phil Professor Economics, Developme nt Economics 3.Abhijit M. A., M. Assistant Financial 7 Years ------Hazarika(Tem Phil, Professor System, From porary) SLET Demograp 2006- hy 2013 4. Sangeeta M. A. Assistant Financial 1 Year ------Saikia SLET Professor System, 2010-11 (Temporary) Demograp hy 5. Nurzamal M.Sc., Assistant Econometri 1 Year ------Hoque SLET Professor cs 2011-12 (Temporary) 6. Nayana M.A. Assistant Agrarian 1 Year ------Kalita Professor Economics 2012-13 (Temporary) 7. Nirup Deka M. A. Assistant Applied 1 Year ------(Temporary) Professor Statistics 2012-13 8. Jagadish M. A. Assistant Applied 1 Year ------Thakuria Professor Statistics 2013-14 (Temporary) 9.Anowara M. A. Assistant Applied 1 Year ------Begum Professor Statistics From (Temporary) 2014 10.Lakshya M. A. Assistant Applied 1 Year ------Kr. Nath Professor Statistics From (Temporary) 2014
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11. List of senior visiting faculty: -- Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled by temporary faculty: 75%
13. Student-Teachers Ratio: Major: 1: 10 General: 1: 50
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff : Sanctioned-Nil and Filled-Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./D.Litt./PhD./M.Phil /PG: P.G. – 04; M. Phil- 01
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National, b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre/facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications:
a) Publication per faculty: Gultaz Begum- 06 b) Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals(national/international) by faculty and students: Gultaz Begum- 03 Name of Year of Reviewed National/ Name of the Topic Faculty Publicati Journal Internationa on l 1.Gultaz 2010 ---- Research National, -- Socio-Economic Impact of Begum Journal of -- Child Labour: A case Study Arts, Vol- in Darrang District, Assam Managemen iii,Year-2
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2014 --- t & Social ISSN 0975- Infrastructural Science. 4083 Development policy of ―Sprout‖ -- National,--- Assam, 2014. -- --- 2014 ---- Published by Vol-1, Sipajhar Issue:1 The Growth of Tea College ISSN 2394- Industry in Assam during Teachers‘ 7748 British Period. Unit. National --- ― Ideas‖ ----- Vol-iii-3.15 Published by ISSN 2320- Political 6226 Science Dept, Sipajhar College c) Number of publications listed in International Database(e.g Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare database- International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.): Nil d) Monographs: Nil e) Chapter in Books: Nine (9). f) Books Edited: Nil Books with ISBN/ISSN number with details of publishers: Gultaz Begum: Text Book:‖ Engineering Economics‖ (For Degree Course (UG), B.E., Diploma and Management Courses) with ISBN 978-93-244-0289-9 published by Chandra Prakash, Guwahati-1, Assam, Second Edition: August, 2012, 3rd revised edition: November, 2013. g) Citation Index: NIL h) SNIP:NIL i) SJR: NIL
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j) Impact factor: NIL
k) H-index: NIL
20.Areas of consultancy: Nil
21. Faculty as members in
a) National Committees: 1) Gultaz Begum: As life member of North-Eastern Economic Association(NEEA) 2) Gultaz Begum: As Convener of Women‘s Studies Research Cell, Sipajhar College b) International Committees: Nil c) Editorial Boards: Nil
22. Student Projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter-departmental/programme: N.A. b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organisations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: N.A
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students: Name of Year College/District Awards Winning Category Positio Students State Level n 1)Aparupa 2011 District Academic, securing 85.2% 1st Sharma in HS Examination. 2013 College week Debating, English Poem 2nd 2014 College week reciting, Letter writing and Extempore. Story writing, Letter writing 2) Jurima 2013 College Week Long Jump, Discuss throw, Khanam 400 meter race 3) Lipika 2014 State, Sangeet Folk-cultural (Deodhani) show: Devi Natak Agartala, Hyderabad, Patna, Academi Rajasthan.
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24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department: Nil
25. Seminars/ Conferences/ Workshops organized & the source of funding: Nil a) National: NIL b) International: NIL
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Course/Programme: B.A. Year Name of the Applications Selected Enrolled Pass Course/Programme received M Percentage F 2009- B. A. (major) 19 08 05 03 62.5% 10 B.A.(General) 86 60 32 28 46.66% 2010- B. A.(Major) 27 19 13 06 68.42% 11 B. A.(General) 70 62 33 29 69.35% 2011- B. A. (Major) 20 13 10 03 69.23% 12 B. A.(General) 55 44 13 31 79.54% 2012- B.A.(Major) 18 13 08 05 61.53% 13 B. A.(General) 74 64 40 24 47% 2013- B.A.(Major) 21 16 07 09 93.75% 14 B. A.(General) 70 61 40 21 62.29%
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of students: Name of the % of students % of students % of students Course from the same from the other from abroad state states Under Graduate 100% Nil Nil
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil Services, Defense Services, etc.?
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SLET cleared : 1) Nurzamal Hoque: 2011 2) Abhijit Hazarika: 2012
29. Student progression Student Progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2010-11: 1(one) out of 3(three): 33%
2011: 1(one) out of 3(three): 33%
2012: 3(three) out of 3(three):100% 2013:2(two) out of 3(three):66%
2014:2(two) out of 3(three):66%
PG to M .Phil 2010: 1(one)
PG to PhD 2011:1(one) Pursuing Ph.D. course 2013: 1(one) Pursuing Ph.D. course
PG to Post-Doctoral ------
Employed Campus selection No opportunities Other than campus recruitment 2010-11: 2(two) out of 5(five): 40%
2011: 3(three) out of 7(seven): 43% 2012: 3(three) out of 11(eleven): 27%
2013: 5(five) out of 12(fourteen):42%
2014: 6(six) out of
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14(fourteen):43%
Entrepreneurship/Self- 2010: Self employment: 40% Employment 2011:Self employment: 50%
2012: Self employment: 50%
2013: Self employment: 60%
2014: Self employment: 60%
30. Details of infrastructural facilities: a) Library: The departmental Library has text books and reference books. There are almost two hundred seven books including text books, reference books & donated books in the departmental library which was established in 1997.
b) Internet facilities for Staff and Students: Available for the staff & students
a) Classrooms with ICT facility: NIL
b) Laboratories: N.A.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: Scholarship from Government: a) Financial assistance from the faculty members: (i) No. of students year-wise: 1 b) Scholarship from Government: (i) OBC scholarship: No. of students: 12
(ii) Minority Scholarship: No. of students: 13
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(iii) Ishan Uday Scholarship: No. of students: 05
(iv) Abul Kalam Azad National scholarship: No. of students: 1
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external experts:
Date Type of Name of Topic Programme Expert 23/10/2010 Departmental Gultaz Role of Agriculture in Economic seminar Begum, Development Assistant 08/11/2010 Departmental Prof. Discussion about Annual Budget seminar Minati Goswami, HOD 30/05/2011 Departmental Gultaz Burning Economic Problems of seminar Begum, the North-Eastern States and Assistant Impact of Globalization Prof.
13/10/2012 Departmental Gultaz Foreign Direct Investment in India seminar Begum, Assistant Prof 08/11/2014 Departmental Abhijit Problem and Prospect of Shifting seminar Hazarika, Cultivation Asst. Prof., Bidya Bharati college
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Micro- teaching, Teaching practice, seminar, etc.
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34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities: a)Education programme (Departmental), Date: 15/11/1/2012, Historical & Business Place: Tezpur, Assam. b) Education Program (Departmental), Date: 30/9/2014, Natural Resource Based (Mineral) & Historical Place: Sivasagar District, Assam. c) Field Survey (Departmental) :Date: 29/5/2014, Survey report based on the topic:‖ Impact of Chemical Fertilizers on Agricultural Land‖.
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future Plans:
Sl. Strength of the department No 1 Ideal student-teacher ratio (1:10) in Major course. 2 Fair relations between teacher, student and guardian. 3 Students are very optimistic 4 Good performance of major and general students 5 Faculties are laborious. Weaknesses of the department 1 Economic conditions of Major students are not good because of rural based. 2 No ideal ratio between teacher and pupil (1: 50) in case of general course 3 Inability to take remedial classes due to the absence of full time regular faculty. 4 There are only two permanent/regular teacher in the department. 5 Absence of good condition of class-room. Opportunity available to the department 1 Individual right to take any decision of each faculty member. 2 Paper-wise and unit-wise division of Syllabus for teachers in case of General course. 3 Evaluation of students‘ performance by conducting separate class test. 4 Against different adversities teachers are found to the keen enough to help the students. 5 Departmental library facilities are available for Major student
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Challenges to the department 1 Due to absence of sufficient faculty member there are few opportunities to undertake developmental activities. 2 Department is not a sound position to offer opportunities for students for higher education and employment purpose. 3 Department has no opportunity for creating new posts. 4 Unable to publish departmental journal annually due to financial problem. 5 There is no provision for employment counseling cell for students.
Future Plans: *Donation of old Book to departmental library by outgoing students. *Donation of books by outgoing teachers. * Encourage for 100% attendance of students. * Encourage for discipline maintaining health and hygiene.
36. Number of Workshop/ Seminar participated/ presented paper by the faculty members:
Gultaz Begum:
1) 11th, 12th & 13th December, 2010: Participated in International Geographical Union Commission Seminar on ―Land Use, Biodiversity & Climate Change‖ organized by Department Of Geography, Cotton College, Guwahati, Assam, India.
2) 3rd & 4th February, 2012: Participated in UGC sponsored National Seminar on ―Traditional Knowledge System of the People of North-East India: Antiquity & Evolution‖ organized by Department of History, Mangaldai College, Mangaldai, Assam.
3) 11th & 12th February, 2012: UGC sponsored National Seminar, presented a paper on ―Insurgency in Assam & Violation of Human Rights‖ organized by Department of Political Science , Khoirabari College, Udalguri, BTAD, Assam.
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4) 21st & 22nd May, 2013: Participated in UGC sponsored National Seminar on ―Education for Sustainable Development‖ organized by Department of Education & English, Saraighat College, Kamrup, Assam
5) 8 June, 2013: One day Workshop on ―Future Course of Action with Women‘s Studies Cells‖, organized by Women‘s Studies Research Centre & Department of Women‘s Studies, Gauhati University.
6) 27th & 28th September, 2013: Participated UGC sponsored National Seminar on ―Examination & Evaluation System in Higher Education with Special reference to Under Graduate Level‖ organized by Department of Education , R. G. Baruah College,Guwahati, Assam.
7) 19th & 20th September, 2014: UGC sponsored National Seminar, presented a paper on ― Role of Women in Agricultural & Rural Development with Special reference to Developing Countries‖ organized by Department of Political Science , Sipajhar College, Sipajhar, Assam.
8) 22nd & 23rd October, 2014: UGC sponsored National Seminar, presented a paper ―The Growth of the Assam Valley Tea Industry during the British Period‖ organized by Department of History , Sipajhar College, Sipajhar, Assam.
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Evaluative Report of the Department of Education (2009-14)
The self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3- 4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data. 1. Name of the Department: Department of Education
2. Year of Establishment: 1971
3. Names of Programmes/Courses Offered: Under Graduate
(UG, PG, M. Phil., Integrated Ph.D. etc.) a) B. A Major b) B.A Major
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: -- NIL
5. Annual/Semester/Choice-based credit system: B.A. Annual till 2011
B.A. Semester since 2012
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: NIL
8. Details of course/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: None
9. Number of Teaching Posts Sanctioned Filled Professors NIL - Associate Professor 1 Assistant Professor 2 ( till 2013) -
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10. Name Qualification Designatio Specializatio No. Of No. Of n n Years of PhD Experienc Student e s guided for the last 4 years Chandra M A, B Ed. Associate Psychologica 29 Choudhury Professor l Practical Dr. Sultana M A, M Assistant School 19 Rezia Phil, Ph. D Professor Organisation and Administrati on Dr. Mohini M A, B Ed, Assistant School Retired 2 Goswami M Phil, Professor Organisation on 31-3- LL B, Ph D and 2013 Administrati on Joyasree M A, B Ed, Contractu Development 2 Nath B MUSE. al Teacher al Psychology and Guidance and Counseling Jayanta M A, B Ed Part time Development Deka Teacher al Psychology Runusri M A, M Contractu Guidance 5 (2009- Devi Phil, B Ed, al teacher and 2012) Ph D Counseling
11. List of senior visiting faculty: -- NIL.
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled by temporary faculty: 50%
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13. Student-Teachers Ratio: -- 1:40 in Major course and 1: 200 in General Course.
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff : Sanctioned- NIL and Filled- NIL
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D Sc./D.Litt./PhD./M. Phil ./PG:
C Choudhury --- PG Dr. S Rezia ------PG, M Phil, Ph. D. J Nath ------PG J. Deka------PG
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National, b) International funding agencies and grants received: NIL.
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: NIL.
18. Research Centre/facility recognized by the University: NIL
19. Publications:
20. Publication per faculty: S. Rezia-03 J. Nath- 02 21. Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals(national/international) by faculty –
Journals:- Published by S. Rezia.
―A study on development of women education in Dumunichowki Gaon Panchayat since Independence‖—Indian Journal of Social Science and Sciences, ISSN 2231-2447; January 2012
―Role of Education in Tribal Women Empowerment and livelihood in respect of their socio-economic challenges‖
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Journal of Juridical and social Sciences ISSN 2231-4636; March, 2012.
―Role of Education in Women Empowerment‖-Sprout (Yearly Journal, vol-1, issue-1,ISSN- 23947748,published by the President and Secretary on behalf of the Sipajhar College Teacher‘ unit, Sipajhar College(Assam)2014
Published by J.Nath
―Role of Education in promoting values towards young generation‖. Seminar Volume, Uttar Kampith College.
―Peace Education and its impact on Human Society‖, Sprout (Yearly Journal, vol-1, issue-1, ISSN- 23947748, published by the President and Secretary on behalf of the Sipajhar College Teacher‘ unit, Sipajhar College (Assam) 2014.
And students: NIL
22. Number of publications listed in International Database(e.g. Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare database- International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.): NIL
23. Monographs: NIL
24. Chapter in Books: i) Books Edited: NIL
25. Books with ISBN/ISSN number with details of publishers: Citation Index: NIL
26. SNIP:NIL
27. SJR: NIL
28. Impact factor: NIL
29. H-index: NIL
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30. Areas of consultancy:
31. Faculty as members in a) National Committees: - NIL b) International Committees: NIL c) Editorial Boards: - Chandra Choudhury, Member, Sipajhar College Magazine, 2013-14.
32. Student Projects: c) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter-departmental/ programme: N.A.
d) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: N.A
33. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students: - Ph D award is received by Sultana Rezia in 2012. Ph D award is received by Runusri Devi in 2014. 34. List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department: NIL
35. Seminars/ Conferences/ Workshops organized & the source of funding: a) National: NIL b) International: NIL
36. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Course/Programme: B.A. Year Name of the Applications Selected Enrolled Pass Course/Programme received *M *F Percentage 2010 260 230 95 135 63% Education (G)
Major 30 27 6 21 80%
2011 General 275 245 80 165 70%
Major 20 15 7 8 100%
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2012 General 225 156 70 86 69%
Major 30 28 6 22 100% 2013 General 280 224 54 170 62% Major 40 30 05 25 100%
2014 General 265 213 98 115 61%
Major 50 47 03 17 100%
*M=Male *F=Female
37. Diversity of students: NIL Name of the % of students % of students % of students Course from the same from the other from abroad state states Under Graduate 100% Nil Nil
38. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil Services, Defense Services, etc.? Not applicable
39. Student progression: Student Progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2010= 50% 2011= 40% 2012=50% 2013=50% 2014=50% PG to M.Phil Nil PG to PhD Nil PG to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed Campus selection No opportunities
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30. Details of infrastructural facilities: a) Library: The departmental Library has 650 books. b) Internet facilities: For Staff only. c) Classrooms with ICT facility: NIL d) Laboratories: 1 laboratory for psychological Practical.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: Scholarship from Government-
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external experts: NIL
Date Type of Program me Name of Expert Topic
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning:
Micro teaching, Teaching Practice, Seminar.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities:
1. Field trip for environmental studies. 2. Educational excursion to Sikkim, Kolkata etc.
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future Plans:
STRENGTH:
Ideal student-teacher ratio (1:40) in Major course. Good relationship between teacher, pupil and guardian. Student‘s achievement and employment is encouraging. Various modern teaching methods and techniques with Projectors are used in the class-room teaching. Departmental faculty are highly qualified.
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WEAKNESS:
Poor entry level quality of students. No ideal ratio between teacher and pupil (1: 200) in case of general course. Overburden of classes for the teachers for which they are unable to attend the Seminars/ workshops etc. No individual attention can be provided. Poor English knowledge hampers in their advance study.
OPPORTUNITY:
Regular attendance of the teachers. Unit-wise Division of Syllabus for teachers in case of General course. Interchange of course allotment in case of Major Course annually. As department having an IQAC member provided all necessary update regarding higher education.
CHALLENGES:
1. Individual accommodation for students in practical class. 2. Providing smart classroom. 3. Internet facility to students.
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Evaluative Report of the Department of English (2010-14)
The self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3- 4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data. 1. Name of the Department: Department of English
2. Year of Establishment: 1971
3. Names of Programmes/Courses Offered: Under Graduate (UG, PG, M. Phil., Integrated Ph.D. etc.) a) B. A. Major (1993) b) B.A. Compulsory English
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: -- NIL
5. Annual/Semester/Choice-based credit system: B.A. Annual till 2011 B.A. Semester since 2012
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: NIL
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: NIL 8. Details of course/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: None
9. Number of Teaching Posts Sanctioned Filled Professors NIL - Associate Professor 3 3 Assistant Professor - -
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10. Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of No. of Years of PhD Experien Students ce guided for the last 4 years Dr D Bordoloi Ph D. Associate Indian 30 Years 6 Professor English Literature Dr Malini Nair Ph D Associate Language 24Years Professor Mrs Barnali M.A. Associate Literature 22 Years Sharma (pursuing Professor Ph D on FDP leave) Mr Mantu M.A., M Assistant Literature 10 Years Hazarika Phil. Professor (pursuing (sanctioned Ph D) by the GB) Mr Jnanesh Roy M.A. M. Choudhury Phil. (substitute (pursuing) teacher against FDP of Mrs B Sharma)
11. List of senior visiting faculty: --
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled by temporary faculty: 20%
13. Student-Teachers Ratio: Major- 6:1, Gen, 150:1
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff: Sanctioned-Nil and Filled-Nil
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15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./D.Litt./PhD./M. Phil ./PG Ph D-2 M Phil-1 P G-1+1 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National, b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre/facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications:
a) Publication per faculty: 2 b) Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals(national/international) by faculty and students: Teachers:
Dr Debabrata Bordoloi:
1. Sukhnani Ojapali: a distinguished performing art of Darrang district guided this project under the ministry of human resource development 2. History of ojapali performance in Darrang district with special reference to the individual identities of the artiste- guided this project under the ministry of human resource development
Dr Malini Nair:
1. ―A study of four cross-cultural texts‖, SPROUT, Journal of Sipajhar College Teachers‘ Unit, ISSN 2394-7748.
2. ―Tea industry, labour and social change of Darrang in colonial Assam‖ ISBN SOCIO-ECONOMIC CHANGE IN NORTH- EAST INDIA (Colonial Period) ISBN 978-81-930723-1-8- Sipajhar College Publication.
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Mrs Barnali Sharma ‗Gender Representation in Advertisements‘ SPROUT, Journal of Sipajhar College Teachers‘ Unit, ISSN 2394-7748
Mr Mantu Hazarika i) Nangelee Geet , a Folk Art of Darrang District, Assam,India .Paper Presented at the UGC sponsored national seminar organized by Bajali College , Pathsala, and published. ii)Problems of Teaching English as a Major Course in English in a Rural College( Paper Presented at UGC sponsored National Seminar at Nalbari Commerce College and subsequently published) iii)Industrial Development of Assam During the Colonial Rule( Paper presented at a UGC sponsored National seminar at Sipajhar College on 21st and 22nd October ,2014) ISBN 978-81-930723-1-8- Sipajhar College Publication.
Mr Jnanesh Roy Choudhury:
1. ―Problem of gender identity in Shakespeare with special reference to The Merchant of Venice‖ Drishti: the Sight ISSN 2319-8281; 2. ―Reading of feminity, desire and identity:a reading of Girish Karnard‘s Hayavadana” Research Link ISSN 0973-1628 3. ―The female body as a site of subordination and power: a reading of Indira Goswami‘s The Offspring Research Link ISSN 0973-1628 4. ―Aravinda Adiga‘s The White Tiger : a counter narrative of India‘s socio-political scenario from a subaltern‘s voice‖ – IDEAS ISSN 2320-6225 c. Number of publications listed in International Database (e.g Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare database- International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.): Nil
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d. Monographs: Nil e. Chapter in Books:
1. Dr Malini Nair: Tea industry, labour and social change of Darrang in colonial Assam
2. Mr Jnanesh Roy Choudhury: ―Conflicting world views in Indira Goswami‘s The man from Chinnamasta: an analytical reading‖ Metamorphosis ISBN 978-93-5104-150-4
f. Books Edited:
Dr Malini Nair on editorial board of Seminar Volumes ISBN 978-81- 930723-1-1 Sipajhar College Publication; and ISBN 978-81-930723-1-8- Sipajhar College Publication.
g. Books with ISBN/ISSN number with details of publishers:
Mr Jnanesh Roy Choudhury: Representation of Women in Advertisements, Rekha Prakashan ISBN978- 93—83611-29-4
h. Citation Index: NIL i. SNIP:NIL j. SJR: NIL k. Impact factor: NIL l. H-index: NIL
20. Areas of consultancy: Teachers from the department act as Research Guides; External Supervisors; Subject Experts on Interview Boards; Examiners and Paper Setters for University Examinations.
21. Faculty as members in a) National Committees: b) International Committees: NIL
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c) Editorial Boards:
i) Dr.Malini Nair-
a. Joint Editor of Jnanam, ISSN: 2393-8110, a trilingual journal of the Darrang-Udalguri Zonal Unit of All Assam College Teacher‘s Association.
b. Member of the editorial board of SPROUT, ISSN 2394-7748
c. Member of the editorial board of Seminar Volume ISBN 978-81- 930723-1-8- Sipajhar College Publication and
d. Member of the editorial board of Seminar Volume ISBN 978-81- 930723-1-1
22. Student Projects: a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter-departmental/programme: N.A. b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organisations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: N.A
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students: i. Dr Debabrata Bordoloi has been recognized as a Research Guide by Singhania University,Jaipur
ii.Students: The following students have won awards/prizes during the last four years: Year Name of Award /prize won student
2014 Monoj 2nd prize at the All Assam inter college Hazarika, Imon seminar held at B Barooah College Kalyan Saikia
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2014 Barnali Kalita 2nd Prize at the essay competition organized at the University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya as part of the North East Student Congress
2015 Barnali Kalita 1st prize at All Assam Story Writing Competition
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department: Dr Bibhash Choudhury, Associate Professor, Gauhati University;
25. Seminars/ Conferences/ Workshops organized & the source of funding: a) National: NIL b) International: NIL
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Course/Programme: B.A. Year Name of the Applications Selected Enrolled Pass Course/Programme received *M *F Percentage 2010- 592 548 228 320 90% 11 Compulsory English
English Major 20 13 3 10 84.61%
2011- Compulsory 693 600 232 368 80.57% 12 English
English Major 20 15 6 9 86.66%
2012- Compulsory 696 571 274 297 90.25% 13 English
English Major 23 18 5 13 88.33%
2013- Compulsory 777 627 259 368 89.12% 14 English
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English Major 27 23 10 13 93.11%
*M=Male *F=Female
27. Diversity of students: NIL Name of the % of students % of students % of students Course from the same from the other from abroad state states Under Graduate 100% NIL NIL
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil Services, Defense Services, etc.? Not applicable 29. Student progression Student Progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 40% PG to M.Phil No data available PG to PhD No data available PG to Post-Doctoral No data available Employed Campus selection No opportunities
Other than campus recruitment 85% Entrepreneurship/Self-Employment 15%
30. Details of infrastructural facilities: a) Library: The departmental Library has 250 text books; 20 supplementary notes/guide books and 60 reference books. b) Internet facilities for Staff and Students: Available for teachers and for students when needed under the supervision of teachers. c) Classrooms with ICT facility: NIL d) Laboratories: N.A
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: Scholarship from Government for the current session is as follows:
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29 students (15 OBC Scholarship and 14 minority scholarship) and 14 have been awarded Ishaan Uday scholarships this year; 15 students have been awarded annual award of Rupees 10000 each every year by the Assam State Higher Secondary Education Council for the duration of their studies in the college.
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external experts:
Date Type of Name of Expert Topic Programme 19/4/2014 Special Lecture Dr Bibhash The Novel in Choudhury transition
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: i) Plays and films on prescribed texts are screened regularly. ii) Home Assignments are set, evaluated and returned. iii) Interaction sessions are regularly held for improvement of students‘ learning. iv) Student Seminars with seniors acting as mentors and critics. v) Five minutes are provided to three students each of 1st Semester to speak on the previous day‘s class at the beginning of their class both as an opportunity at public speaking and for providing the teacher with valuable involuntary feed-back. vi) A mock-final examination with a full-scale university level question-paper is held for all the major students for giving them a feel of the real examinations. With years of teaching experience teachers are able to provide a fairly accurate sample paper.
vii) Two hand-written Wall Magazines- one in English called Vision and another in Assamese called Utaap are published annually to allow the students an opportunity to show-case their creativity. One printed departmental magazine Pegasus is published every 3 years with write-ups by both students and teachers.
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34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities:
The teachers of the department of English have always been very generous with time and money with their students and grade-four staff. Since we never wanted any kind of recognition or mileage out of it we never maintained any records about such activities. However in the event of having to now prove our claims we have tried to reconstruct the records wherever verifiable and present the same here for your perusal. *Mr Mantu Hazarika, who is now a temporary teacher of the department is an alumnus of the department and college. He was sent to Pune University for his post-graduation and the teachers of the department paid 75% of his fee. He was similarly assisted in acquiring his M Phil degree. He is now being assisted in completing his Ph D from Singhania University. * The department has opened a Layan Deka Memorial Fund in order to assist the family of one of its alumnus from the 1st batch. Dr D Bordoloi, Dr Malini Nair and Mrs Barnali Shrma contribute Rs 200 every month to form a corpus fund which is then given every quarter to the wife of late Layan Deka. To this quarterly contribution Dr Malini Nair adds an additional Rs 1000 every quarter.
Mr Ratna Deka, a major student of the department had his hostel accommodation and mess expenses were borne by Dr Malini Nair for 3 years. Mr Amjad Ali was accommodated for 2 years by Dr Malini Nair at her home enabling him to complete his graduation Mr Ramani Baruah was accommodated for 2 years by Dr Malini Nair at her home to enable him to complete his graduation, however after 1 ½ years he secured an appointment with the Department of Posts, Government of India and she financed his trip and other required accessories for his training programme at Patna Dr Malini Nair has opened an account in the Post office for the peon of the Department Mr Manindra Deka and contributes Rs 500pm for the last 2 years. She also paid a sum of Rupees 6000 for the treatment
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of his father of which 3000 was returned by him. He was also assisted with his marriage expenses by Dr D Bordoloi with an amount of Rupee 5000 and by Dr Malini Nair with an amount of Rupees 10000 and 3000 by Mrs Barnali Sharma. 4 students- Miss Manisha Hazarika; Miss Mamani Hazarika; Mr Abu Sharif Mortaza and Mr Hafizul Hoque and a peon had their educational trip to Shillong sponsored by Dr Malini Nair at an expense of 12000 rupees. Dr D Bordoloi paid rupees 3000 towards miscellaneous expenses on the educational trip to Shillong. Mr Dulal Hazarika (an alumni of our college) was given the personal lap-top of Dr Malini Nair when he was a contractual teacher in our college for pursuing his Ph D ( he is now an assistant professor at Vidya Bharti College). Miss Achiyana Ahmeda Parvin was given Rupees 3000 for meeting expenses related to examination by Dr Malini Nair. Miss Jayashree Sarma was given Rupees 1000 by Dr D Bordoloi. Miss Nandini Sarma was given Rupees 1000 by Dr D Bordoloi. Miss Rinjumani Begum was given Rupees 1000 each by Dr D Bordoloi and Dr Malini Nair Miss Rituparna Baruah was given Rupees 1000 by Dr D Bordoloi (which she later returned). Miss Barnali Nath was given Rupees 2000 by Dr Malini Nair (which she later returned). Dr Malini Nair has provided financial assistance for obtaining M Phil to Mr Jalti Hazarika (a teacher of our college at present) Dr Malini Nair has provided financial assistance for obtaining Ph D to Dr Dulendra Nath (a teacher of our college at present).
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future Plans:
STRENGTH:
I. The department has a proven track-record of attracting the best students from almost all the 4 neighboring districts to English Major Courses offered by it. SELF STUDY REPORT FOR RE-ACCREDITATION, SIPAJHAR COLLEGE | 196
II. It has the credit of starting the first career-oriented-course in Communicative English in the entire district with UGC funding and providing its students with an opportunity to polish up their communicative skills. III. The department has a state-of-the art Language-Lab with OREL software, the only one in the entire district. IV. The department has an enviable track record of 100% employability of its graduates. V. Of the four faculty members two are Ph D holders and the other two are pursuing Ph D, which is a great attraction for students opting to study in the department. VI. The department faculty members take care of the financial needs of its Major students by providing them with financial assistance, books and other study materials. VII. The department has a very strong and dynamic relationship with its alumni and guardians who come for an annual get-together on 5th of September every year without fail. VIII. The Alumni of the department support the department by contributing books, furniture and they have even have provided the teachers and students with an Aqua filtering device for getting pure and safe drinking water for the entire department. IX. The department has set up a memorial fund to support the educational needs of the children of an alumni who passed away.
WEAKNESS:
I. The failure rate in General English is a bit disturbing. II. Poor attendance in the class too contributes to high failure rate in the subject. Most of the students are from the economically weaker section of the society and are often engaged in earning a livelihood as a result they cannot attend classes regularly. III. The department does not have enough teachers and since posts are sanctioned by the government the situation is unlikely to improve. IV. The department lacks proper infrastructure which hampers the discharge of true responsibilities by its faculty.
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OPPORTUNITY:
1. To have a department with all its faculty members as Ph D holders. 2. To increase the in-take capacity to the Career-Oriented Course in Communicative English
CHALLENGES:
I. To effectively tackle the inadequate/ limited knowledge of the English Language in the case of the majority of General Course students and enable them to clear their university examination at the first sitting. II. To provide adequate knowledge about literature in a very short time to students who have little or no exposure to literary trends and texts before joining the department. III. To cope with an almost unmanageable student-teacher ratio of 200:1 for general course which makes it impossible to give good attention to neither the weak nor advanced learners. IV. As there is no pre-admission counseling of students and the practice of having a screening test before allotting major has been done away with the department has no say over the aptitude of entry level students for literature.
Future Plans:
1. To start Post-Graduate Classes .The process of introducing Post-Graduate Classes by getting a resolution passed/approved by the Governing Body of the College has been completed. The 2nd stage involves obtaining permission from the affiliating university followed by an inspection and it is expected that we can complete the process by next year. 2. To organize a national level seminar with UGC funding. 3. To publish Pegasus every year. 4. To obtain university approval for research guide-ship for Dr D Bordoloi and Dr Malini Nair.
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EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY (2010-2014)
1. Name of the Department: Geography
2. Year of Establishment: 1971
3. Names of Programmes/Courses Offered: Under-Graduate-Major and General
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: -- Not Applicable
5. Annual/Semester/Choice-based credit system: Annual till 2010; Semester from 2011
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by the department: - - Not Applicable
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: -- Not Applicable.
8. Details of course/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: -- Not Applicable.
9. Number of Teaching Posts Sanctioned Filled
Professor - -
Associate Professor 01 01
Assistant Professor 02 01
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10. Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. Of No. Of Years of PhD Experie Students nce guided for the last 4 years
Dr. M.A., Associate Political and 33 Tandrali B.T., M. Professor, Social Years Choudhury Phil, Ph.D. Vice Geography Principal & HOD
Mr. Abdus M.Sc. Assistant Population 24 Samad Professor Geography Years
Jalti Ram M.A. Assistant Cartography 22 Hazarika Professor Years
Chitra M.A., Assistant Fluvial 05 Rani B.Ed. Professor Geomorphology Years Boruah` (Temporary )
11. List of senior visiting faculty: --(1)Dr. Ratneswar Barman, (2)Dr. Ashok Kr. Borah, (3)Dr. Jagannath Patgiri, (4)Krishna Saikia, (5)Bichitra Kr. Medhi, (6)Moti Ram Medhi, (7)Sriprakash Sarmah, (8)Dr. Dhrubajyoti Saharia, (9)Dr. Anil Kr. Sarma, (10)Dr. Pranjit Kr. Sarma
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled by temporary faculty: 40%
13. Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:20 (Major) & 1:45 (General)
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14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff (sanctioned and filled): Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./D.Litt./PhD./M. Phil./PG: PG-04; M.Phil-01, Ph.D.-01
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National, b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil
18. Research Centre/facility recognized by the University: Nil
19. Publications: Chapter in books: ―Central Place Theory‖ in Assamese Encyclopedia Vol. VIII by Dr. Tandrali Choudhury.
Journals with ISSN: 1) Douranga, Vol. 1, No. 1 by Jalti Ram Hazarika 2) Douranga, Vol. 1, No. 1 and Vol. II No. 01-14 ―Ideas‖ by Chitra Rani Borua 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil
21. Faculty as members in a) National Committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards: i) Jalti Ram Hazarika-Assistant Editor, ‗Douranga‘ and ii) Tandrali Choudhury- Member of Editorial Board, ‗Douranga‘, Journal of Darrang-Udalguri Geographical Forum.
22. Student Projects: i. In 2014-The major students of 3rd Semester undertook field surveys to Shillong and Cherapunjee and the general students of 3rd semester also went for a conducted field work near college. Based on their field work they submitted their field Report. ii. In 2013-The major students of 3rd year undertook field surveys to Kolkata and the general students of 2nd year also went for a conducted
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field work nearby college. Based on their field work they submitted their field report. iii. In 2012-The major students of 3rd year undertook field surveys to Sikkim and the general students of 2nd year also went for a conducted field work nearby college. Based on their field work they submitted their field report. iv. In 2011-The major students of 3rd year undertook field surveys to Kolkata and the general students of 2nd year also went for a conducted field work nearby college. Based on their field work they submitted their field report. v. In 2010-The major students of 3rd year undertook field surveys to Sikkim and the general students of 2nd year also went for a conducted field work nearby college. Based on their field work they submitted their field report.
23. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students:
2013- Yesmin Akhtara secured 1st prize in Essay Competition organized by District administration Darrang, 2011-2nd prize in Jayanta Sangeet competition at the Gauhati University Youth festival. 2012- 3rd prize in Jayanta Sangeet competition , at the Gauhati University Youth festival.
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department: a) Dr. Jagannath Patgiri, Retired Associate Professor of Pragjyotish College b) Anil Sarma, HOD and Associate Professor of Rangia College
25. Seminars/ Conferences/ Workshops organized & the source of funding: i. Organized a workshop on Satellite Imaginary on 02.04.2014. Dr. Pranjit Kr. Sarma of Mangaldai College was invited as a resource person.
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ii. Lecture program on Remote Sensing and GIS delivered by Dr. Pranjit Sarma, Mangaldoi College, organized by Darrang-Udalguri Geographical Forum, on 14-05-2013. iii. Lecture program on Remote Sensing and GIS delivered by Prof. Ashok Bora and Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sahariah on 06-11-2013 in collaboration with North-East India Geographical Society.
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Course/Programme: B.A.
Year Name of the Applications Selected Enrolled Appeared Pass Course/ received *M *F Percentage Programme 2010 Geography 26 23 23 91.30% (Major)
Geography 7 5 5 0% (general)
2011 Geography 24 21 21 100% (Major)
Geography 30 27 27 25.92% (general)
2012 Geography 22 20 19 100% (Major)
Geography 10 7 7 28.57% (general)
2013 Geography 25 19 18 100% (Major)
Geography 12 7 7 100% (general)
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27. Diversity of students: Name of the % of students % of students % of students Course from the same from the other from abroad state states Under Graduate 100% NIL NIL
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil Services, Defense Services, etc.? Nil
29. Student progression Student Progression Against % enrolled UG to PG <5% PG to M.Phil Nil PG to PhD Nil PG to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed Campus selection Nil Other than campus recruitment <10% Entrepreneurship/Self-Employment >20%
30. Details of infrastructural facilities: a) Library: In addition to college library there is also a departmental seminar library. b) Internet facilities for Staff and Students: Available for both the staff as well as the students c) Classrooms with ICT facility: Nil d) Laboratories: Reasonably equipped.
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: Scholarship from Government.
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32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external experts: a) Organized a lecture program in collaboration with the Geographical Society of NE India on ―Remote Sensing and GIS‖ on 06.11.13. Professor A.K. Bora and Dr. D. Saharia of the Department of Geography, Gauhati University delivered lectures on GIS and GPS respectively. b) Organized a two-day workshop on GPS from 02-04-2014 to 03-04- 2014. Dr. Pranjit Sarma of Mangaldai College was invited as the resource person. All the teachers and the 4th and 6th semester major students participated in the workshop.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: i) Provision for special coaching to the students is made at different levels. a) Better students are coached to do still better results by way of providing higher level of course materials. b) Weaker students are counseled to improve their results by way of making them understand the different courses in a more simplified form. ii) Students are also given exposure to different areas where they can have their employment and berth for higher studies.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities: i) Teachers in the sanctioned posts provide financial support to the teachers of the non-sanctioned posts. ii) Maintain contacts with the past students. Employed ex-students are allowed to interact with the current students so that they (current students) get encouraged. iii) Dr. Tandrali Choudhury went to deliver a lecture to Sirakhoa L.P. School on 2012. iv) Delivered a lecture by Dr. Tandrali Choudhury on International Women Day on 08-03-2013 celebrated at Dokan para Na-yubok sangha.
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v) Chitra Rani Baruah participated on International Women Day on 08-03-2013 celebrated at Dokan para Na-yubok sangha and went to anchoring different program. iv) Chitra Rani Baruah went to Barhampur H.S. School to deliver a lecture on Global Warming on March 2014. v) Departmental Alumni meet was arranged on 14-06-14. vi) Chitra Rani Baruah went to different places to judge on Bihu competition in Darrang district, 2014 and also went to anchoring in different programme. ix) Chitra Rani Baruah went to Youth Festival as a teacher guide.
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future Plans: Strength: 1) A homely atmosphere is maintained in the department. 2) Teachers are easily accessible to the students. 3) All laboratory equipment (including GPS and satellite imagery), required for the TDC courses are available. 4) Remedial classes are also taken by the teachers for academically weak students. 5) Better performance in the examination results have attracted more and more students in recent years. Weakness: 1) Laboratory space is not sufficient. 2) Faculty strength is not sufficient for a subject having practical. 3) Teachers find difficulties of availing leave for attending seminars, workshops, etc. because of the minimum faculty strength. 4) Being a rural college, academic quality of the students is not always good. Opportunity: 1) Regular fieldwork gives the students an exposure to different social situations. 2) Practical training in surveying, top sheet reading, weather-map reading, GIS and GPS help the students in getting employment opportunities.
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Challenges: With the expanding horizon of the subject new appointment of teachers with specialization in the respective areas is a must. However, the college is solely dependent on the state government regarding the number of faculty.
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Evaluative Report of the Department of History (2009-14)
The Self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about3-4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data.
1. Name of the department- History.
2. Year of Establishment- 1971Pre-university (Arts) Degree course (UG-General):1980 Degree course (UG-Major): 1993
3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M. Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.)- UG.
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved- Political Science & English Department. - Not applicable.
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system – B.A Annual up to 2011
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments.- as resource person particularly in Pol. Science & English Dept.
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. ------Not Applicable
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons. - Does not arise.
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9. Number of teaching posts
Sanctioned Filled - Professors Nil
Associate Professors 2 2
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 Name Qualification Designation Specialization Years of Ph.D. Experience Students guided for the last 4 years Jayanta Kr MA (Double) Associate Ancient 32 years. Nil Hazarika Prof. Group Imran Hussain. MA Associate Modern 32 years. Nil Prof. & &Medieval . HOD Phanindra Kr MA, B .Ed, Assistant Modern 23 years Nil Nath. M Phil Prof. &Medieval DrDulendra Nath MA, Ph D Assistant Modern 20 years. Nil prof &Medieval .
11. List of senior visiting faculty------.Nil
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty – Nil
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13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) – 1: 8 in Major course and 1: 12 in General Course.
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled -- Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil / PG. Jayanta Kr Hazarika --- MA Imran Hussain ------MA Phanindra Kr Nath ------MA, M. Phil, Dr Dulendra Nath ------MA, Ph.D.
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received - Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received – Nil.
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University- Nil.
19. Publications:
a) Publication per faculty. 1. Wall Magazine ‗Dwaram‘ published annually
b) Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national /international) by faculty and students An Article namely Trade and Trade Route in Darrang of medieval Assam of Dr Dulendra Nath was published in the Journal of History and Culture published by the Department of History, Gauhati University.
c) Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)- Nil
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d) Monographs --- Nil
e) Chapter in Books-- Nil
f) Books Edited-- One
g) Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers:------Nil
h) Citation Index-- Nil
i) SNIP---- Nil
j) SJR----- Nil
k) Impact factor----- Nil
l) h-index----- Nil
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated - Nil
21. Faculty as members
a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Board 1) Dr Dulendra Nath, member of course committee, GU, member of IQAC., member of editorial board, college magazine. Phanidra Kr. Nath associated with the editorial board of teachers unit magazine Sprout and member of Sipajhar College Publication Board 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme- ---- 33%
b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/ other agencies- Nil
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23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students: Manash Kamal Hazarika awarded best director in GU Youth festival.
24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the department.- 1) Professor (Dr.) Sristidhar Dutta, eminent historian, Former Dean, Facalty of Social Science, Rajiv Gandhi University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, Professor (Dr) Metta Deka, Head, Department of History, Gauhati University, Dr. Arupjyoti Saikia, Associate Professor, IIT, Guwahati, Dr. Rena Laisram, Associate Professor, Department of History, Gauhati University.
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding
a) National b) International
A national level seminar sponsored by UGC in collaboration with
Sipajhar B. Ed College organised on 21st & 22nd October, 2014.
26. Student profile programme/course wise: Nil
Year Name of the Applications Enrolled Selected Pass Course/programme received *M *F (refer question no. percentage 4) 2010- BA Major part I 12 9 5 4 68% 11 (1+1+1)major BA Major part I 69 69 22 41 63 (1+1+1)general 2011- BA Sem I major 25 25 14 11 68.18 12 BA Sem I general 20 20 8 12 65 2012- BA Sem I major 17 17 8 9 100 13 BA Sem I general 102 102 41 61 65 2013- BA Sem I major 38 36 16 20 33.3 14 BA Sem I general 76 76 36 40 100
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*M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students.
Name of % of % of % of the students students students Course from the from other from same States abroad state Undergraduate 100% Nil nil
28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defence services, etc. ? 2(two) student have completed SLET.
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 2009-10=10% 2010-11=30% 2011-12=50% 2012-13=50% PG to M. Phil. 2 PG to Ph.D. 2 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed 50% • Campus selection • Other than campus recruitment Nil 50% Entrepreneurship/Self-employment Self Employed =50%
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30. Details of Infrastructural facilities
a) Library- 306 Books in departmental library
b)Internet facilities: For Staff & Students
c) Yes
d) Laboratories - nil
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies - 110
32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts. Seminars organised by the Department:- (a) Seminar on Paik system graced Dr D.P. Barua. (b) Seminar on Ahom Tribal Relation graced by Dr Girin Barua. (c) A two days National Seminar on Socio-Economic changes in north-east India under colonial rule.
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning- Lecture, Group discussion, Seminar & field survey.
34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities- 1. Field trip for environmental studies. 2. Survey for project work. 3. Relief work for natural calamities. 4. Red Ribon club, Bharat Scouts & Guides.
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans
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3 Student‘s achievement and employment is encouraging. 4 Various modern teaching methods and techniques are used in the class-room teaching. 5 Departmental faculties are highly qualified & experienced. Weaknesses of the department. 1 Poor entry level quality of students. 2 No adequate library facility. 3 Overburden of classes for the teachers for which they are unable to attend the Seminars/ workshops etc. 4 Poor English knowledge of the students hampers in their advance study. Opportunity available to the department 1 Regular attendance of the teachers. 2 Unit-wise Division of Syllabus for teachers in case of both Major & General course. 3 Interchange of course allotment in case of Major Course annually. 4 As department having an IQAC member provided all necessary update regarding higher education. Challenges to the Department. 1 Need a projector 2 Providing smart classroom.
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Evaluative Report of the Department of Philosophy for 2010-14
The Self-evaluation of every department may be provided separately in about 3- 4 pages, avoiding the repetition of the data.
1. Name of the department: Philosophy Department
2. Year of Establishment: For U G Course in 1971, Degree in 1986, Major course in 1996
3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.): U G BA (Major) and BA (General)
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Nil
5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) Semester System: Annual till 2011 and Semester from 2011
6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: Not yet.
7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, Etc.: Not yet.
8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil
9. Number of teaching posts: 04
Sanctioned Filled Professors ------Associate Professors 02 02 Asst Professor 02 01
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10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt./Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.): Name Qualification Designation Specialization No of Years No of PhD. of Experience Students guided for the last 4 years C.P.Borah M.A.M. Phil Assoc. Logic 30 years Prof. A.Borua M.A. Assoc. Prof Logic 27 years
T.Deka M.A. Asst Prof Religion 20 years
T.Sarma M.A. Asst.Prof Religion 16 years
11. List of senior visiting faculty: Professor Sibnath Sharma, Dept of Philosophy; Gauhati University on 27-07-2012.
12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled (programme wise) by temporary faculty: 25%
13. Student -Teacher Ratio (semester wise): 1:10 in Major Course, 1:50 in General
14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Nil
15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ PhD/ Phil / PG, M.Phil: M Phil-1; PG-1; 2 PG with both NET and SLET
16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received Nil
17. Departmental projects funded by DST - FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received Nil
18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil
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19. Publications: a) Publication per faculty: b) Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national /international) by faculty and students: No c)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.): NA d) Monographs: NA e) Chapter in Books: NA i) Books Edited: NA f) Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers NA g) Citation Index NA h) SNIP NA i) SJR NA j) Impact factor NA k) h-index NA
20. Areas of consultancy and income generated NA
21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards: Not yet 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: 30% b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies. No
23. Awards / Recognitions received by faculty and students. Not yet
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24. List of eminent academicians and scientists / visitors to the Department – Prof. Sibnath Sarma &Prof.Archana Sarma, both are dept of Philosophy &Economics respectly visited on27-07-2012, Prof.S.P.Sarma &Prof.Gayatree Goswami G.U.visited on09-01-2015 Prof. Sanjib Bhuyan, Inspector of College, DPI visited on 11-09-2014.
25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding. Not yet a) National: Nil b) International: Nil
26. Student profile programme/course wise:
Year Name of the Applications Selected Enrolled Pass Course/ Received percentage programme *M *F
2010 BA (Major) a)16 a) 11 a) 2 a)9 a) 85% BA (General) b) 89 b) 89 b)30 b)59 b) 100%
2011 BA (Major) a) 40 a) 31 a)10 a)21 a)100% BA (General b) 96 b)96 b)33 b)53 b)100%
2012 BA (Major) a)43 a) 37 a)12 a)25 a)100% BA (General b)138 b)138 b)30 b)108 b) 100%
2013 BA (Major) a)51 a)40 a)26 a)24 a)80% BA (General b)208 b)208 b)70 b)218 b)100%
2014 BA (Major) a)Sem. vi,55 a)46 a)15 a)31 a)96% BA (General b)Sem. vi,200 b)200 b)65 b)135 b)58%
*M = Male *F = Female
27. Diversity of Students
Name of the % of students from the % of students % of students Course same state from other States From abroad BA (M) 100% NIL NIL BA (G)
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28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ?
01 NET Bipul Nath in 2014
29. Student progression
Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 10% PG to M. Phil Nil PG to Ph.D. Nil Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed Campus selection Other than campus recruitment 30%
Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 20%
30. Details of Infrastructural facilities: a) Library. Yes. Total number of books: 501 Text book: 334 Reference: 115 b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students. Yes, for teachers only. c) Class rooms with ICT facility. No d) Laboratories. No
31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies:
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 07 16 27 26 31
32. Details on student enrichment programmed (special lectures / workshops /seminar) with external experts. Not yet
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Lecture Methods, Seminar, interrogation etc.
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34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Project for Environmental awareness and Project for Philosophical matters:
*Financial assistance to temporary faculty: Financial assistance is provided to them now and then. *Number of students provided financial assistance and amount of assistance: Students: 6, Amount: Rs10, 000.00 (2010-2014)
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans
SWOC analysis of the department:
The strength of our department is as follows:
a. Enrolment is above expectation both in Major and General Course. b. Besides there is strong public demand for Major course in Philosophy. c. We have a departmental library which somehow meets the demand of book of the students. d. Both teach and the taught sincere and hard working. e. The result of the final examination is up to the mark in Major course.
Weakness:
a) There are only two regular parts of teaching member. b) Most of the students are very poor in English. c) Some of the students enrolled in our department come from BPL family. d) Some of the students are irregular in the class due to natural calamity like flood heavy rainfall and underdeveloped conditions connectivity. e) Students‘ teacher ratio is very poor in general course.
Opportunity:
a) There is strong public demand for enhancement of the incumbent capacity of our department. b) Broadband net connection is a great opportunity for our department. c) We have two young energetic faculty members who have cleared both NET & SET. d) Unanimous decision to interchange allotted course
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e) For self development each teacher teaches a few units of each paper.
Challenges:
a) We have not sufficient number of teaching member. b) Most of the students are unable to purchase book due to poor economic conditions. c) There is no provision of pre-admission counseling of students. d) There is no probability for creation of additional post.
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Evaluative Report of the Department of Political Science (2009-14)
1. Name of the Department: Political Science 2. Year of Establishment: 1971 3. Names of Programmes/Courses Offered: Under Graduate (UG, PG, M. Phil, Integrated Ph.D. etc.) a) B. A Major b) Optional Political Science 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Nil 5. Annual/Semester/Choice-based credit system: B.A. Annual till 2011 B.A. Semester since 2012 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: History 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil 8. Details of course/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: None 9. Number of Teaching Posts Designation Sanctioned Filled Professors NIL - Associate Professors 3(three) Assistant Professor 1 (one) -
10. Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of No. of Ph.D Years of Students Experience guided for the last 4 years Kanak Ch. M.A. Associate Constitution Nil Deka Professor Dr. Dibakar M.A. Head, Theory, Public 31Years 6 (six) Ch. Das (Double) Associate Administration Research Ph. D Professor Scholars
Imran M.A. Associate Sociology, 23 Years Nil Hussain Professor International Politics Sailendra M.A. B.Ed Associate Local Self 23 Years SELF STUDY REPORT FOR RE-ACCREDITATION, SIPAJHAR COLLEGE | 223
Saharia Professor Govt. Select Nil Constitution Simanta M.A. Asst. Women & Prakash Professor Politics, 5 Years Nil Boruah Administration
11. List of senior visiting faculty: -- Dr. Niru Hazarika, Political Scientist; Dr.Dhrubajyoti Bhoumik,Prof, North Bengal University; Dr. Subham Rajkhowa, Law Department (G.U.); Dr. Dulumoni Goswami,Asstt. Prof. (G.U.); Dr.Nagen Sarmah, Mangaldoi College; Prof. Ramani Saharia, Mangaldoi College; Mr. Nagen Nath, Social Activist; Mr. Nani Saikia, Social Activist. 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student-Teachers Ratio: 14:1(Major); 60:4 (General) 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff : Sanctioned-Nil and Filled-Nil 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with D.Sc./D.Litt./PhD./M. Phil ./PG: Ph. D 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National, b) International funding agencies and grants received: Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre/facility recognized by the University: Nil 19. Publications: 20. Publication per faculty: 5 21. Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals national/international) by faculty and students: 14 22. Number of publications listed in International Database(e.g Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare database-International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.): Nil 23. Monographs: Nil 24. Chapter in Books: i) Books Edited: 4 (Four) 25. Books with ISBN/ISSN number with details of publishers: Citation Index: a) Dr. Dibakar Ch. Das, Head, Associate Prof. Dept. of Pol. Science: i) Rajniti Vijnan Abhidhan,ISBN 978-93-81485-63-7 2013)Published by Jyoti Prakashan, Gauhati-1 SELF STUDY REPORT FOR RE-ACCREDITATION, SIPAJHAR COLLEGE | 224
b) Imran Hussain, Associate Prof. Dept. of Political Science: i) Hudumdao aru anyanya Galpa (Collection of forty stories) ISBN: 81-2601524-1, Published by Sahitya Academy(2003), New Delhi. ii) Adhunik aru Uttaradhunik Paribhasha Kosh(A Dictionary of Modern and Post-modern Terminology: Literary Theory, Folkloristics & Linguistics) ISBN 978-93-81485-02-6 published By Jyoti Prakashan , Gauhati 1(2001) iii) The Water Spirit and Other Stories (Translation of the original Assamese stories) Published by Harper Perennial (An imprint of Harper Collins) in 2015 with P-ISBN: 978-93-5177-079-4 and E-ISBN: 978-93-5177- 080-0 iv) Rupantarar Gadya(An Anthology of Post Independence Assamese Short Stories) ISBN: 81-7339-462-8 published by Banalata, Gauhati 1(2006) v) Asthir Prantar(Selected stories of Saadat Hasan Mantu) ISBN 978- 93-81485-01-9 published by Jyoti Prakashan, Gauhati 1(2001) 26. SNIP:Nil 27. SJR: Nil 28. Impact factor: Nil 29. H-index: Nil 30. Areas of consultancy: Public Administration, Women & Politics etc. 31. Faculty as members in a) National Committees: Imran Hussain
Elected Board Member of Publication Board, under Department of higher Education, Govt. of Assam in 2012-2013 Member of Aashwas: A Project to help the child victims of violence by Assam Police Member of Expert Committee for National Translation Mission (Assamese Terminology) by Government of India (H.R.D., Higher Education). Member of Expert Committee for Scientific and Technical Terminology by Government of India (H.R.D., Higher Education) b) International Committees: Nil c) Editorial Boards:
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i. Departmental Journal named ‗Ideas, A Journal of Multidisciplinary Thoughts‘, ISSN 2320 6225 Dr. Dibakar Ch. Das, Editor; Mr. Imran Hussain, Member Mr. Sailendra Saharia, Member Mr. Simanta Prakash Boruah, Member ii. Mr. Imran Hussain as : Founder Editor of Bhoomi, an Assamese Literary Magazine (2007- 2008). Member of Editorial Board of Yaatra, a Bimonthly English Literary Magazine (2005-2011). Member of Editorial Board Prakash a monthly Assamese Literary Magazine by Publication Board Assam, under Dept. of Higher Education, Govt. of Assam (2012).
32. Student Projects: 33. Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter- departmental/programme: N.A. 34. Percentage of students placed for projects in organisations outside the institution i.e. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: N.A. 35. Awards/Recognitions received by faculty and students: a) Imran Hussain, Associate Prof.(Faculty Member), received the following: i) Katha Award for Creative Fiction, New Delhi(1999); ii) Jehirul Hussain Memorial Award, Oitijya, Golaghat(2007); iii) Chandra Prabha Memorial Award, Natun Sahitya Parishad, Assam(2001) b) Hirak Jyoti Nath, student received Second best poetry recitation from Gauhati University(2012) c) Jerulina Hafiz, student, received Second Best in Story Competition held in Dhemaji Sahitya Sabha(2011); received Second Best in All Assam Essay Competition held in Sipajhar(2012); Received Second Best Debator & Best Group in Inter State Debate Competition organized by Ranjit Sarma Academy Group(2013); Received Best Literary Award organized by Sipajhar Aikyatan(3013); Received Best Group In Inter
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District Debate Competition organized by SHAKAR(2013); Received Second Best Group in Quiz Competition organized by AMIGO; Received Best Report writer in Sipajhar Press Guild & APPKU(2013) ; Received Best Debater in Inter District Debate Competition held in Kharupetia College(2014); Received Second best Debater in All Assam Debate Competition organized by Durga Gaon Bahagi Mela(2015) 36. List of eminent academicians and scientists/visitors to the department: Already mentioned. 25. Seminars/ Conferences/ Workshops organized & the source of funding: a) National: Seminar organized by the Department on the topic: ―Panchayati Raj as an Institution for empowering the women of India with special reference to Assam‖ on 19th & 20th of Sept. financed by U.G.C. in collaboration with Deomornoi Degree College, Darrang. b) International: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Course/Programme: B.A. Year Name of the Applications Selected Enrolled Pass Course/Programme received *M *F Percentage 2010- Compulsory 11 Major
2011- Compulsory 12 Major
2012- Compulsory 13 Major
2013- Compulsory 14 Major
*M=Male *F=Female
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27. Diversity of students: Nil Name of the % of students % of students % of students Course from the same from the other from abroad state states Under Graduate Hundred Nil Nil percent 28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil Services, Defense Services, etc.? NET Cleared by Mr. Boloram Nath, Gauhati University in 2010 SLET Cleared by Mr. Arup Bezbaruah, Gauhati University in 2014 Defense Service: by i) Mr. Pabitra Kr. Nath, ii) Miss Anjumoni Kalita 29. Student progression Student Progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 40%(2010); 28%(2011); 58%(2012);10%(2013) PG to M.Phil Nil PG to PhD Nil PG to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed Campus selection
Other than campus recruitment Entrepreneurship/Self- Employment
30. Details of infrastructural facilities: a) Library: The departmental Library has 1255(One thousand two hundred fifty-five) text books and 160(four hundred sixty) reference books. b) Internet facilities for Staff and Students: Available for Staff c) Classrooms with ICT facility: Nil d) Laboratories: Not Applicable. 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: Scholarship from Government 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures/workshops/seminars) with external experts:
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Date Type of Name of Topic Programme Expert 6.2.10 Seminar Sailendra The Proposed Largest Bodoland Saharia formation will create bad affect in the Politics of Assam 23.10.11 Seminar Imran UNO and Its Achievement Hussain Dept. of History 6.11.12 Seminar Mrs. The Right to Information Act. 2009 Barnali Deka Mangaldoi College
33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning:
i) Micro teaching, ii) Macro teaching/demonstration Class ii) Classroom Seminar iii) Group Discussion iv) Pre-Final Test v) Weekly Test vi) Remedial as well as Tutorial Class 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension Activities:
35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future Plans:
STRENGTH: i) Adequate and qualified teachers nos 4 (four) ii) Well equipped departmental library iii) Departmental Alumni Association iv) Departmental Journal: ―Ideas, A Journal of Multidisciplinary Thoughts‖, ISSN 2320 6225 v) Photocopy machine
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ii) No projector for power point machine iii) Limited space for class room as well as faculty common room and adjacent toilet
OPPORTUNITY: i) Computer, Printer & Internet connection, ii) Departmental Library
CHALLENGES or THREAT: i) Students coming from economically backward or poor families even under BPL, ii) Students are very poor in English which obstruct them in further academic advancement, iii) Only weak students get admitted into this Sipajhar College and the other meritorious ones having good marks leave for Gauhati or outside city-based colleges to study.
Future Plans: As per plan made by the Department to introduce P.G. class, it has already applied to Gauhati University for the same.
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