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About IQAC

The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit (SSUS), Kalady, is a key institutional mechanism for promoting and sustaining quality in higher education. Established in accordance with the quality assurance framework of the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), the IQAC serves as a catalyst for continuous institutional improvement, academic excellence and effective governance.

Quality enhancement is an ongoing process that encompasses every aspect of the University's academic and administrative functioning. The IQAC works towards embedding a culture of quality across the University by facilitating systematic planning, monitoring, evaluation, documentation and follow-up action. It promotes collaboration among faculty members, students, administrative staff, alumni, employers and other stakeholders to strengthen institutional performance and educational outcomes.

The IQAC endeavours to align the University's academic and administrative practices with evolving national quality benchmarks and emerging priorities in higher education. Its initiatives focus on curriculum enrichment, learner-centric education, research and innovation, digital transformation, stakeholder feedback, inclusive development, sustainability and the adoption of good practices.

Through the development of institutional plans, quality reports, academic and administrative audits, feedback mechanisms and evidence-based review processes, the IQAC supports informed decision-making and the systematic implementation of quality improvement measures. It also facilitates the documentation and dissemination of effective practices and monitors progress towards institutional goals.

The IQAC welcomes constructive feedback, suggestions and active participation from members of the University community and the public in its collective endeavour to enhance the quality, relevance and impact of higher education.

Vision

To foster a sustainable culture of quality, innovation and continuous improvement across the University's academic, research and administrative activities, advancing excellence in higher education.

Mission

To facilitate systematic quality assurance and enhancement through participatory planning, evidence-based evaluation, stakeholder engagement, institutional accountability and the promotion of effective and innovative practices.

Objectives

To develop and promote appropriate quality benchmarks and performance indicators for academic, research and administrative activities.
To facilitate curriculum enrichment, outcome-based education and learner-centric teaching and learning practices.
To promote a culture of research, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration and academic integrity.
To strengthen student support services and foster an inclusive, equitable and enabling learning environment.
To develop effective mechanisms for collecting, analysing and utilising feedback from students, teachers, alumni, employers and other stakeholders.
To facilitate periodic academic and administrative audits and ensure appropriate follow-up action.
To encourage the integration of information and communication technology and digital learning resources in teaching, research and administration.
To promote environmental sustainability, social responsibility and the adoption of institutional best practices.
To strengthen documentation, data management and institutional reporting for quality assessment, accreditation and continuous improvement.
To enhance coordination among academic departments, administrative sections, regional campuses and other institutional units in achieving the University's quality goals.

Strategies

Establish and periodically review quality benchmarks, performance indicators and institutional development priorities.
Promote the timely and effective implementation of academic, research, co-curricular and administrative activities.
Encourage innovative teaching methods, outcome-based education, curriculum development and continuous assessment.
Strengthen research support, interdisciplinary engagement, scholarly publications and research ethics.
Conduct periodic academic and administrative audits and facilitate the implementation of corrective and improvement measures.
Develop robust stakeholder feedback systems and ensure that the findings inform institutional planning and decision-making.
Encourage the use of digital technologies for academic delivery, administrative efficiency, data management and quality monitoring.
Identify, document and disseminate good practices and innovative initiatives across the University.
Promote inclusive education, student progression, employability, environmental responsibility and community engagement.
Maintain systematic records and evidence of quality initiatives to support institutional assessment, accreditation and reporting.

About IQAC

About IQAC

Vision

Mission

Objectives

Strategies

IQAC Composition, Regulation and Governance

Director, IQAC

Office Bearers

Meetings and Action Taken Reports

Quality Assurance and Accreditation

Feedback and Stakeholder Engagement

Best Practices and Quality Initiatives

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