INTERNAL QUALITY ASSURANCE CELL (IQAC), MANIPUR UNIVERSITY
The New Education Policy call for setting up a formal and effective mechanism for appeal, periodic review, monitoring, evaluation and assessment of the quality of programmes offered in higher educational institutions of the country. In pursuance of its action plan for performance evaluation, assessment, accreditation and quality upgradation of higher educational institutions, the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) Bangalore, proposes that every accredited institution should establish an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) as a post-accreditation quality sustenance measure. Since quality enhancement is a continuous process, the IQAC will become a part of the institution’s system and work towards realisation of the goals of quality enhancement and sustenance.
Structure of IQAC, Manipur University
Fig. Flowchart of IQAC, Manipur University
The prime task of the IQAC is to develop a system for conscious, consistent and catalytic improvement in the overall performance of institutions. The activities of the IQAC include not only the collection and compilation of data for assessment but also the analysis and interpretation of data to enhance quality. It also provides a SWOC (Strength, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Challenges) analysis of the institutions, established confidence and creates trust among stakeholders. For this, during the post accreditation period, it will channelised all efforts and measures of the institutions towards promoting its holistic academic excellence. Thus, the IQAC strives to become a driving force for ushering in quality in developing intervention strategies to resolve difficulties and improve quality.
Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) Manipur University was established on 22nd August 2009 with a committee of 11 members including 2 external members.
Key Persons and their role
Vice-Chancellor:
The Vice-Chancellor plays a supervisory role, overseeing the IQAC’s functioning and providing necessary support for its activities. The VC is instrumental in ensuring that the IQAC’s recommendations are implemented effectively.
Director, IQAC:
The Director of IQAC acts as the chief coordinator and manages all IQAC activities. The Director works closely with the various committees and staff members to ensure that data collection, compilation, analysis, and submission are carried out in a timely and efficient manner. The Director also liaises with external bodies like NAAC and NIRF for accreditation and assessment.
1-Additional Director, IQAC:
The Additional Director assists the Director in the day-to-day running of the IQAC. This role involves overseeing specific tasks and ensuring that all departments are adhering to the quality standards set by the institution.
17-Member IQAC Committee:
This committee plays a policy-making role and provides direction to the IQAC. The members help the Director frame guidelines and recommendations in line with NAAC’s requirements.
5-Member IQAC Working Committee:
This working committee is responsible for evaluating the performance of faculty members under the Career Advancement Scheme (CAS). It plays a critical role in ensuring that faculty promotions and career progressions are based on merit, performance, and adherence to quality standards as per the UGC guidelines.
54-Departmental Quality Assurance Cells (DQACs):
Each department and center at Manipur University has a representative in the form of a Departmental Quality Assurance Cell (DQAC). These cells play a crucial role in collecting, compiling, and submitting departmental data to the central IQAC office. They are essential in bridging the gap between the departments and the university's central administration, ensuring smooth communication and coordination for accreditation processes.
4-IQAC Support Staffs:
The core staff of IQAC, consisting of four dedicated members, is responsible for handling the operational aspects of IQAC’s work. Their duties include data collection, data entry, compilation, presentation, and uploading information for accreditation and ranking purposes.
Key Functions of IQAC, MU:
Data Collection, Compilation, and Upload:
The IQAC is responsible for gathering, compiling, and uploading data to the university's website for public access. This data is also submitted to the NAAC and NIRF portals to support ranking and accreditation processes.
Academic Performance Assessment:
The cell evaluates the academic performance of faculty members. It also plays a crucial role in facilitating new faculty recruitments and managing the Career Advancement Scheme (CAS).
Stakeholder Feedback Review:
IQAC periodically reviews feedback from various stakeholders. It analyses and interprets the data to prepare an Action Taken Report, which is then uploaded to the university's website.
Preparation and Submission for NAAC Assessment and NIRF Ranking:
The IQAC prepares and submits the necessary documentation for the university's assessment and ranking by NAAC and NIRF.
Awareness and Sensitization Workshops/Seminars:
The cell organizes workshops and seminars aimed at raising awareness and sensitizing the university community about quality enhancement and improvement particular and college affiliated to Manipur University in general.
Ensuring Timely and Progressive Performance:
IQAC ensures that academic, administrative, and financial tasks are completed in a timely and progressive manner, contributing to the university's overall performance from time to time.
Preparation and Submission of AQAR:
The cell prepares and submits the Annual Quality Assurance Report (AQAR) according to the guidelines and parameters set by NAAC annually along with relevant supporting documents.
Coordination of Quality-Related Activities:
Acting as the nodal agency, IQAC coordinates quality-related activities within the institution, including the adoption and dissemination of best practices such as fixation of regular national and international events and profile of the departments.
Monitoring Mechanism:
Annual Quality Assurance Report (AQAR):
IQAC submits the AQAR, duly approved by the statutory bodies of the University, to NAAC on a regular basis.
NIRF Ranking Data Submissions:
The cell submits necessary information to the NIRF portal for university ranking.
University Website Updates:
IQAC creates and maintains an exclusive window on the university’s official website, where it regularly uploads its activities, meeting notice, meeting minutes, resolutions, AQAR and Rankings.
Meeting Minutes-Resolution
Minutes of IQAC Committee Meeting
Minutes of IQAC Working Committee Meeting
Minutes of DQAC Meeting
Minutes of IQAC Special Meeting
FORMS
PBAS
CAS – Promotion
AQAR
Feedback
UGC Guidelines 2010, 2016 & 2018 – for promotion
NAAC – Ranking NIRF – Ranking
1st Cycle : B 2021:101-150 band
2nd Cycle : A 2022:101-150 band
3rd Cycle : B+ 2023:101-150 band
2024:101-150 band
AQAR SSR
2015-16 1st Cycle :
2016-17 2nd Cycle :
2017-18 3rd Cycle :
2018-19
2019-20
2020-21
2021-22
2022-23
2023-24
List of Directors
Prof. M. Mani Meitei 22-08-2009 07-03-2011
Prof. E. Bijoy Kumar Singh 08-03-2011 30-09-2015
Prof. Sh. Doredrajit Singh 01-10-2015 30-09-2020
Prof. Memcha Loitongbam 01-04-2020 17-12-2023
Prof. A. Rajmani Singha 18-12-2023 Incumbent
IQAC MEMBERS
Departmental IQAC Coordinators as nominated by the respective departments of Manipur University[pdf]
