History of University

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly came into existence in 1975. It was carved out of the then Agra University. There was a dire need to establish a separate university since the region has a lower literacy rate than the national average. The University imparts non-conventional, professional and technical education through its network of colleges and institutes. It has, over the period, emerged as a pioneering institution in the state of Uttar Pradesh.

The University has keeping in view its goals, objectives, regional, national and global requirements, developed programmes which may be classified in the following manner:

• Post-Graduate programmes
• Under-Graduate programmes in specialized areas
• Certificate and Diploma programmes of vocational nature.

The core programmes are mainly at Masters level while professional, technical and vocational belong to under graduate level. The former includes M.A. in Ancient History & Culture, Applied and Regional Economics, Plant Science, Animal Science, Education, Law and Business Administration. While the latter encompass degree courses in six branches of technology, three courses in specialized education, pharmacy etc. New advanced technologies such as Air Craft Maintenance are on the agenda of the University.

At present there are 21 university departments,17 Government colleges, 29 Government funded affiliated colleges, 108 self- financing colleges. The University runs 36 Post Graduate, 15 under Graduate, 09 Diploma, 20 Post Graduate Diploma, 02 M.Phil and 34 Doctoral Programmes. In most cases syllabi are revised annually.

The University has Central Library, Computer Centre, Workshop, Primary Health Centre, Sports facilities including Indoor stadium, Track field etc. for out door games, inter-alia, as Central facility. Moreover electronic gadgets are regularly used for imparting instructions in the class rooms, laboratories and workshops.

Academic environment is, as a policy matter, maintained in such a way that the faculty, students and employees as three major planks co-operate and strive to uplift the over all educational standard and atmosphere in the University. Various regulatory bodies help in riding rough shods leading to peaceful environment conducive for academics. A regular feedback from faculty members and students improves academic standards in teaching and research.

The university has prepared this self study report keeping in view the strengths and weakness of all programmes, infrastructure and modus operandi. The committee constituted for the purpose gathered inputs from every department of the university to prepare the report. And hence all concerned viz. faculty, officers and students have been consulted in this regard.

 Criterion-wise Report

A - Curricular Aspects :

The University has the following programmes

• Doctoral programmes (34)
• Pre-Doctoral Programmes (02)
• Post-Graduate Programmes (36)
• Post-Graduate Programmes (20)
• Under Graduate Programmes (15)
• Diploma programmes (09)

It is a commitment of the University to augment resources keeping in view the development in future at UG, PG and Doctoral levels.

The curricula is being regularly revised every year through respective Board of studies so as to keep pace with changes in the academics and industries. This exercise of syllabi designing, revision and modification has been carried out with the help of

• faculty members
• experts from leading institution
• global development through internet and exchange programmes
• interaction with students

The Academic council meets twice every year to approve the recommendations of the respective of Board of Studies.

The Weaknesses and strengths are as follows:

Weaknesses:

• networking of academic sectors
• upgradation of Central Library
• expansion of academic programmes such as paramedical and dental sciences
• lack of Placement Bureau in the University

Strengths:

• Competent and experienced faculty
• Interaction and co-ordination between students, faculty and administration
• Periodic evaluation of courses, students and working
• Timely conduct of examination and result declaration
• Transparency in evaluation and administration.
• Moderate infrastructure with a provision of futuristic needs.

B - Teaching-Learning And Evaluation :

The highlights of teaching, learning and evaluation of students are:

• teaching through modern electronic gadgets
• laboratories equipped with sophisticated instruments
• regular class seminars and discussions
• small number of students in every class
• faculty improvement through refresher course, orientation and faculty improvement programmes
• computer facility in every programmes
• transparent evaluation system of students
• regular evaluation and assessment of students in professional and technical courses
• project work and dissertation to enhance analytical ability of students
• students counseling, monitoring and provision of improvement examination
• conducting examination well in time
• timely declaration of results (several times the university has been awarded by the State Government in this respect)

The University is known in the State for timely conduct of entrance examinations, completion of course, examination and declaration of results. The University thus, provides all those extra curricular facilities to make students duly conscious and worth citizens of the country. A large budget is allocated for personality development and recreation of students thereby playing a role in nation building.

C - Research, Consultancy and Extension :

Research activities are in full swing as reflected by the number of research programmes and projects. Several departments have research projects funded/aided by the UGC, DBT, DST, AICTE and MHRD.

Students at Masters and Doctoral level have to complete reports, dissertation and thesis to enhance their knowledge and experience in addition to course work. The students of Professional programmes such as Business Administration, Hotel Management and Engineering have exposure of working with the industry to gain practical knowledge in their chosen area of specialization.

Extension programmes has not been neglected since the inception of the Campus. Department of Adult, Continuing Education and Extension conducts regular programmes in the villages and blocks. Several short term job oriented programmes have been completed to make the rural folk skilled. Department of Applied & Regional Economics is launching Village Development programmes by establishing a Data Bank programmes to prepare village inventory. Similarly, awareness programmes are regularly conducted by various departments especially Education for AIDS awareness, Law for human rights. These are a few examples showing concerted efforts made in this direction.

D  - Infrastructure & Learning Resources :

The University has developed infrastructure in terms of space and buildings, over the period. Its Administrative block is sufficient to accommodate Vice-Chancellor's office, Registrar office, administrative officials and employees, finance and account offices with all the administrative paraphernalia. Offices are generally provided computers, zerox and duplicating machines etc.

For teaching purpose, most of departments/faculties have their buildings with lecture theatres, rooms and chanmber for teachers. All departments have good approach in the form of metalled roads. At present Nehru Kendra accommodates Dean's office and chambers for teachers of Engineering and pharmacy faculties. Auditorium is also available in the Faculty of Education. A multipurpose hall is there to accommodate large gatherings for functions such as convocation etc.

Laboratories in the science departments have very modern and sophisticated equipments and apparatus not only for teaching but required for research purpose. Analogously, each department in the faculty of Engineering has well equipped laboratories for B.Tech and B.Pharma students. The Department of Hotel Management and Catering in the Faculty of Management, a pioneer department in the northern India to start bachelor's course, has well equipped kitchens, food laboratories , dining hall and other facilities to turn out the best in the field.

Panchal Museum, a recent addition and nearing completion, is another facility to exhibit artifacts of historical importance.

The campus has open stadium with eight lane track field. A pavallion is to be constructed soon. At present athletic requirements are fulfilled by the stadium. It also has a cricket ground. Other play grounds and courts are being developed and some have taken the shape.

The central facilities include a Central Library, Computer Centre, Workshop, Auditorium, Primary Health Centre, USIC and indoor stadium for the recreation of teachers, staff and students.

There are three boys hostels to accommodate students from outside with proper dining halls and recreation facilities such as games play grounds and T.V. rooms etc. Similarly two girls hostels with analogous facilities accommodate out of station girls on the campus. All the hostels have moderate recreation facilities.

The campus also has houses for teaching and non-teaching staff. Teacher are provided type III and type IV houses while non teaching staff is provided type II and type I quarters. Accommodation for Vice Chancellor, Registrar and Finance officer is also available on the campus. The University has its own water supply system. Buses and other vehicles are available for students, staff members, school going children and officers of the University.

Moreover, training of students in relevant disciplines in facilitated by the University. Internet facility to all is to be provided soon, though limited internet connections exist. Telephones are there in every department/faculty.

The University also has a bank, post office, cafeteria, P.C.O., zerox shop open to all. Hence the campus is an entity complete in a moderate sense.

E  - Student Support and Progression :

For the over all development and personality growth students are encouraged to participate in sports and cultural activities. The University being a member of the Association of Indian Universities participates in most of AIU organized tournaments. The sports persons have brought laurels for the University by winning Gold, Silver and Bronze medals. The teams representing the University participate in about 44 events. Moreover, inter-college tournaments of a number of games are regular feature of the University.

Play grounds, stadium, indoor games stadium exist to promote sports activities among students. Other extra-curricular activities include cultural programmes, participation in debates etc.

Students Union also exists to promote leadership qualities and health practices among the students. Welfare and teachers association are part of the campus life.

The University also has the Employment and Guidance Bureau which provides information to students for job opportunities in consonance with their qualification.

National Social Service (NSS) scheme is a distinct feature whereby students are engaged in social service. It makes them aware of their social obligation. Campus are organized and a large number of students participate and made aware of their obligation to the society.

F  - Organization and Managemen :

The organization of a state University is consisted of

• University Court: which has representatives/ elected members from the faculty, staff and community. It has its periodic meetings.
• Executive Council: it is consisted of the Vice-Chancellor as Chairman and Registrar as reporting secretary. In addition, there are representatives of faculty from each section, principals of affiliated colleges, nominated member of the examination committee, finance officer and elected member of the community etc.
• Academic Council: this body deals with all academic affairs and is consisted of Heads, Deans, Professors, Readers and Lecturers, Principals, College faculty representatives as per the Statutes
• Board of Studies: Each department has its Board of Studies consisted of Head as convenor and faculty as members according to the provisions of the statutes.

All these bodies are assisted/ supplemented by various committees such as the Finance committee, Examination Committee, Faculty Board and Departmental Committees.

Management of the University affairs is carried out through a team of officers under the supervision of the Vice-Chancellor. The important functionaries are – Finance officer appointed by the Government responsible for budget, revenue, expenditure, accounts and audit, Registrar is also appointed by the Government assisted by Deputy Registrar and Assistant Registrars.

The academic side has Deans, Dean students Welfare (D.S.W.), Heads, Faculty members assigned responsibilities of sports (sports Secretary) discipline (Proctor), hostel management (Warden).

All the affairs of the University are dealt with according to the Act, Statutes and Ordinances and hence transparency is ensured.

G  - Healthy Practices :

• All the students are admitted through either entrance examination prescribed by apex bodies or interview-cum-merit basis.
• Board of studies are convened regularly for review of academic programmes/courses etc.
• Examination and declaration of result are well in time;
• Session backlog is non-existent;
• introduction of new courses in emerging fields/areas and advanced technological area in given top priority.
• Faculty is encouraged for upgradation;
• Sports activities are a regular feature

The university is committed for expansion and quality education and therefore, has attained the reputation of emerging as a seat of learning in the State.