SVS Group | Academic Council – Statutory Body, Powers & Functions
Governance & Academics
Academic Council: Statutory Body of the University
The Academic Council shall be the statutory body of the University on all academic matters. It shall have the control and general supervision and be responsible for the maintenance of standards of instructions, research, education and examination within the University. It shall exercise such other powers and perform such other duties as may be conferred or imposed upon it by the Act, Statutes and Ordinances and shall have the right to advise the Board of Management on all academic matters.
Constitution of the Academic Council
Membership Composition
The Vice-Chancellor – Chairperson
Deans of the Faculties
Professors of University Departments and Associate Professors (if holding charge of Head of Departments and Institutions admitted to privileges of the University). Provided that where there is no Professor or Associate Professor, the teacher acting as Head of Department shall be a member.
Two experts co-opted by the Academic Council possessing special attainments in particular fields of study (not employees of the University).
Tenure & Meetings
Tenure: Members (other than ex-officio) hold office for three years from date of appointment or co-option.
Meetings: Normally meets twice a year on dates fixed by Vice-Chancellor. Special meetings may be called as required. Registrar gives ≥20 days notice for routine meeting, 7 days for special meeting.
Quorum: One-third members of the Academic Council form the quorum.
Resolution Approval: Simple majority of members present.
Proceedings & Communication
Agenda and proceedings prepared by Registrar and approved by Chairman. Registrar sends copy of proceedings (signed by Chairperson) to each member of Academic Council, Governing Body, Board of Management, Finance Committee, Dean of Faculties, and Board of Studies within six weeks after a meeting. A copy of minutes submitted to Chancellor also.
Powers and Functions of the Academic Council
General Supervision & Academic Policies
Exercise general supervision over academic policies of the University.
Give directions regarding methods of instruction, evaluation, research, and improvement in academic standards.
Consider matters of general academic interest on its own initiative or on reference from Planning and Development Board, Faculty of Studies, or Board of Management.
Take measures for Quality Education and Accreditation of the University.
Curriculum, Regulations & Approvals
Frame regulations consistent with Statutes and Ordinances regarding academic functioning, discipline, admissions, fellowships, fees, and academic requirements.
Approve new courses of study.
Approve regulations for methodology, schemes, modalities of University Examinations, allotment of marks/credits.
Ensure adherence to Regulatory Councils (UGC, AICTE, etc.) norms while framing rules, syllabus, and curriculum.
Degrees, Honours & Conferments
Make recommendations to Governing Body for conferment of degrees, honorary degrees, or any other distinctions or honours of the University.
Periodical review of functioning and coordination between constituent Institutions/Departments; recommend ways of improvement to Board of Management.
Consider other academic or student welfare matters referred to it.
Teaching Posts & Recommendations to Board of Management
Make recommendations to Board of Management regarding creation/abolition of teaching posts (as per UGC/AICTE guidelines).
Recommend classification of posts according to requirements and attached duties.
Lay down qualifications, specializations for recruitment of teachers and emoluments to be paid.
Formulate, modify, or revise schemes for organization of Faculties and assign subjects; report to Governing Body on abolition/sub-division/merger of Faculties.
The Academic Council is the apex statutory body for all academic matters — from curriculum design and examination regulations to quality assurance, accreditation, faculty recruitment norms, and creation of new academic structures. It ensures alignment with national regulatory bodies (UGC, AICTE) while upholding institutional standards of instruction, research, and examination.
The Academic Council, functioning under the Chairpersonship of the Vice-Chancellor, exercises its powers as defined by the Act, Statutes, and Ordinances. It plays a pivotal role in maintaining academic excellence, facilitating research, ensuring transparent examination systems, and recommending new academic initiatives. The council’s decisions shape the educational journey of thousands of students while adhering to the highest standards of higher education governance.
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