The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) is a pivotal structure established within higher education institutions to enhance and assure the quality of education and administrative processes. Formed as part of the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) guidelines, IQAC plays a crucial role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in educational practices. Its primary aim is to ensure that institutions meet the standards necessary for accreditation while promoting innovative teaching and learning methodologies.

The Quality Policy of the IQAC emphasizes a commitment to delivering high-quality education through systematic planning, monitoring, and evaluation. It focuses on:

  • Continuous Improvement: Ensuring that all academic and administrative processes are regularly assessed for effectiveness.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Involving students, faculty, and other stakeholders in quality assurance processes to foster a collaborative environment.
  • Best Practices: Identifying and implementing best practices in teaching, learning, and governance to enhance educational outcomes.

The objectives of IQAC are designed to guide institutions towards achieving their quality enhancement goals. They include:

  • To Develop a Quality Culture: Establishing a framework for continuous quality improvement across all departments.
  • To Facilitate Accreditation: Preparing institutions for accreditation like NAAC by meeting established benchmarks.
  • To Enhance Academic Performance: Promoting innovative teaching strategies that improve student learning outcomes.
  • To Monitor Institutional Processes: Regularly evaluating administrative functions to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.

The functions of IQAC are comprehensive and multifaceted, including:

  • Setting Quality Benchmarks: Establishing clear standards for academic and non-academic performance.
  • Feedback Mechanisms: Collecting and analyzing feedback from students, faculty, and stakeholders to inform decision-making.
  • Organizing Workshops: Conducting seminars and training sessions aimed at enhancing teaching methodologies and administrative practices.
  • Documentation: Maintaining detailed records of quality assurance activities and improvements for accountability.

The Monitoring Mechanism employed by IQAC ensures that quality assurance processes are effective and aligned with institutional goals. This includes:

  • Regular Audits: Conducting periodic evaluations of academic programs and administrative functions to assess compliance with quality standards.
  • Data Analysis: Utilizing data from various sources to monitor progress towards quality objectives.
  • Annual Quality Assurance Report (AQAR): Preparing comprehensive reports that document achievements, challenges, and future plans for quality enhancement.

Through these structured approaches, the IQAC aims to create an environment conducive to excellence in education, ensuring that institutions not only meet but exceed the expectations set forth by accrediting bodies.

 
S.NO NAME OF THE MEMBER DESIGNATION POSITION IN IQAC
1 Dr S.A. Joy Raja Chancellor Special Invitee
2 Dr. Vaibhav A Meshram Vice Chancellor Chairperson
3 Dr. P. Muthu Kannan Registrar Member
4 Dr. John De Britto Pro Vice Chancellor - Academics Member
5 Prof. Dr. Bini Marin V Associate Dean - Academics Member
6 Dr. John De Britto Controller of Examinations (In Charge) Member
7 Prof. Dr. Pooja Krishna J Assistant Dean, School of Agricultural Sciences Member
8 Prof. Dr. M. S. Sundaram Associate Dean, School of Life & Health Science Member
9 Prof. Dr. K.J. Rajan Dean, School of Law Member
10 Dr. Johnsy Rani Associate Dean, School of Nursing Member
11 Prof. Dr. Ramu Samineni Dean (In Charge), School of Pharmacy Member
12 Dr. Chithra D Gracia Dean, School of Computational Intelligence Member
13 Dr. Ramswaroop Saini Asst. Dean, School of Life & Health Science Member
14 Dr Mohammed Shafeer Assistant Professor, School of Arts & Natural Sciences Member
15 Dr T Anitha Assistant Professor, School of Computational Intelligence Member
16 Prof M Surendar Assistant Professor, School of Law Member
17 Dr P Deepavathi Assistant Professor, School of Computational Intelligence Member
18 Dr. Preethi Assistant Professor, School of Computational Intelligence Member
19 Dr. Manoj Kumar Assistant Professor, School of Computational Intelligence Member Secretary & IQAC Coordinator