PEER TEAM REPORT

ON

Institutional Assessment & Accreditation

(Cycle-1)

of

GLA UNIVERSITY, MATHURA

MATHURA, UTTAR PRADESH

VISIT DATES: 20-22 February 2017

Submitted to

NATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND ACCREDITATION COUNCIL

An Autonomous Institution of the University Grants Commission
P.O. Box. No. 1075, Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru – 560 072, Karnataka, India
 PEER TEAM REPORT ON
Institutional Accreditation of
GLA UNIVERSITY, MATHURA
MATHURA, UTTAR PRADESH

Section I: GENERAL Information

1.1 Name & Address of the Institution GLA UNIVERSITY, MATHURA
17 Km Stone, NH-2, Mathura-Delhi Road,
P.O. Chaumuhan, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
1.2 Year of establishment: 2010
1.3 Current Academic Activities at the
institution (Numbers):
 Faculties:
 Departments/Centres/institutes: Arts: 2
Science / Humanities / Engineering/ Pharmacy: 10
Commerce/Management: 1
 Programmes/Courses offered: UG: 14 PG: 12 Ph D: 15 Total: 41
 Permanent Faculty Members: 424
 Permanent Support Staff: 824
 Students: 8041
1.4 Three major features in the institutional 1. Co-education private university
Context 2. Imparting education in the fields of engineering,
management, pharmacy and education
3. Good physical and academic infrastructure
1.5 Dates of visit of the Peer Team 20-22 February 2017
[A detailed visit schedule is appended]
1.6 Composition of the Peer Team which undertook the on-site visit:
1. Prof. D.N. Reddy 2. Prof.(Dr.) Yoginder Verma
Former Vice Chancellor, Jawaharlal Nehru Pro-Vice Chancellor, Central University of
Technological University Himachal Pradesh, Dharamshala, Dist.
Hyderabad-500 032, Telangana Kangra,
Himachal Pradesh -176206
3. Prof. S. Swaminathan 4. Prof. Avinash Keskar,
Director-Centre for Nano Technology & Advanced Professor, Former Head of the Dept & Dean
Biomaterial, Dean-Sponsored Research, SASTRA (R&D), Visvesvaraya National Institute of
University, Tirumalaisamudram, Thanjavur, Tamil Technology, Nagpur, Maharashtra
Nadu
5. Dr. Swarnlata Saraf 6. Prof. V. Rhymend Uthariaraj
Professor & Director, University Institute of (Former Secretary, Tamil Nadu Engineering
Pharmacy, Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Admissions, Govt. of Tamil Nadu & Former Director,
Ramanujan Computing Centre Anna University)
Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Professor, Department of Information Technology,
Anna University, Tamil Nadu

7. Prof. S.B. Singh

Former Principal, RIE, Ajmer , Jodhpur, Rajasthan

NAAC Officer

Dr. (Mrs.) K. Rama

Adviser, National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC),
P.O. Box No. 1075, Nagarbhavi,
Bangalore, Karnataka

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 Section II: CRITERION WISE ANALYSIS
2.1 Curricular Aspects:
2.1.1 Curriculum Design &
Development  The academic programmes are in line with the vision
and mission of the university.
 For curriculum design the University adopts model
curriculum approved by UGC/AICTE/NCTE/PCI.
 Curriculum is designed and improved through
deliberations at the Curriculum Departmental
Committees and Boards of Studies.
 The skill-oriented programs relevant to the regional
needs be developed in a wider perspective in future.

2.1.2 Academic flexibility  Semester/Trimester system has been implemented.

 Offers 14,12 and 15 programmes of study at UG, PG
and Ph. D. level respectively
 In some programmes, inter-disciplinary elective
subjects have been introduced
 Fully functional CBCS yet to be implemented
2.1.3 Curriculum Enrichment  University has introduced 9 programmes at UG, PG
and Ph.D. level during the last five years.
 Soft skill training provided at UG/PG level
 University has introduced components of value-added
courses in some of the departments

2.1.4 Feedback System  University obtains feedback from students & alumni
 Feedback also obtained from academic peers during
their visits and interactions
 Formal analysis and utilization of feedback needs to
be strengthened

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 2.2 Teaching- Learning & Evaluation:  University conducts online admission tests through
2.2.1 Student Enrolment and Profile
APTECH
 Admission norms of statutory bodies followed
 Demand ratio in different UG programmes is
reasonable
 5% relaxation in eligibility for admission given to
SC/ST students

2.2.2 Catering to Student Diversity  Orientation and Induction programs organized to

freshers
 Remedial coaching provided to weaker students while
advanced learners get additional inputs and
participation in learning process
 Students belong from different socio-economic
backgrounds

2.2.3 Teaching-Learning Process  University strictly follows academic calendar

 Lecture method of teaching supplemented with ICT.
 Seminars, assignments, group discussions, project
work and industrial training form an integral part of
pedagogy
 Limited blended teaching-learning methods adopted

2.2.4 Teacher Quality  120 teachers out of 424 are Ph.D. holders.
 Good number of teachers have attended Faculty
Improvement Programmes, Refresher Courses and
National / International Seminars
 Teacher – students ratio is around 1:18, however
faculty cadre ratio needs improvement
2.2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms  Efforts made to declare results within 3 weeks
 University has a well-designed and computerised
examination and evaluation system
 Well planned system of grievance redressal in place
 Reforms are required in designing the structure of
question papers

2.2.6 Student Performance and  The pass percentage is good in UG and PG

Learning Outcomes
 Placement of students is satisfactory
 Students –industry interaction needs to be enhanced

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 2.3 Research, Consultancy &  University has constituted a Research Advisory
Extension: Committee
2.3.1 Promotion of Research  University has initiated three research centers
 A limited number of faculty members are actively
engaged in research projects
2.3.2 Resource Mobilization for  A few faculty are undertaking research projects
Research sponsored by national agencies
 Mechanism for internal funding for research projects
recently introduced
 Minimal budget allocation for research
2.3.3 Research Facilities  University has created some research facilities but are
to be optimally utilized
 Research culture is visible but needs to be further
strengthened
 Information Resource Centre has good databases and
e-resources
 Residential facility available for research scholars
2.3.4 Research Publications and Awards  Some faculty have published research papers in SCI /
SCOPUS indexed journals
 Number of publications per faculty members needs to
be increased
 Mechanism for recognizing the research publications
exist but needs to be fully availed by the faculty
2.3.5 Consultancy  Industry interaction cell is yet to be made fully
functional
 University has consultancy policy but needs to be
implemented
 Limited number of thrust areas for consultancy
identified
2.3.6 Extension Activities and  Departments are actively engaged in extension
Institutional Social Responsibility activities
 NSS engaged in undertaking activities such as blood
donation camps, tree plantation drive, cleanliness
drive, awareness camps, etc.
 Fund raising programmes for assisting the cancer
patients organized
 Students voluntarily undertake programmes for
helping the children from under privileged families
2.3.7 Collaborations  A few MoUs have been signed with external agencies
 Inter-departmental collaboration within the University
needs to be strengthened
 Effective collaborations and linkages with national and
international level institutions are yet to be fully
implemented

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 2.4 Infrastructure and Learning  University spread over around 114 acres of area with
Resources: sufficient facilities for each department
2.4.1 Physical Facilities  Different size of auditoria, video conferencing and
information resource center available
 One working women hostel and 18 hostels cater to the
needs of boys and girls separately
 Sufficient support facilities such as medical, sports,
power backup, etc., available

2.4.2 Library as a Learning Resource  University has central library connected with
departmental libraries with adequate number of books
 Library completed automated
 Limited subscription to e-resources
 Seating capacity in the reading section of the central
library is 350, which needs expansion to cater to more
number of students

2.4.3 IT Infrastructure  Computer to students ratio is 1:4

 1GBPS bandwidth with the support of NKN exists
 University maintains in-house software cell for its
computerization
 Some class rooms are ICT enabled
 Partially Wi-Fi enabled campus

2.4.4 Maintenance of Campus facilities  A well-maintained eco-friendly campus

 Special University maintenance department
established
 Most of the equipments are under AMC

2.5 Student Support and  Student mentoring in place

Progression:  University provides scholarships to students from its
2.5.1 Student Mentoring and Support resources
 Medical insurance facility extended to students

2.5.2 Student Progression  Enrolment in most of the programmes shows marginal

increase during the assessment period
 Most of the UG and PG students opt for employment
 Drop out ratio in different programmes is minimal

2.5.3 Student Participation and

Activities  University supports and encourages student
participation in various sports and cultural events
 Active participation of students in departmental
activities
 Various student clubs in place to nurture students’
talents

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 2.6 Governance Leadership and  Vision and mission of University well defined
Management:  Dynamic leadership with proactive decision making
2.6.1 Institutional Vision and Leadership  University has Academic and Administrative structure
in place with all required statutory / decision making
bodies in place

2.6.2 Strategy development and  Well-designed university administration structure

deployment  Annual reports published on a regular basis
 Long-term vision document need to be prepared

2.6.3 Faculty Empowerment Strategies  Teachers attend orientation / refresher courses and
capacity building workshops
 Faculty members encouraged and supported for
attending faculty development activities
 International exposure for faculty members needs
impetus

2.6.4 Financial Management and  University properly maintains its accounts and regular
Resource Mobilization auditing is carried out
 Resource mobilization managed in an effective
manner
 Resource generation is mainly through student tuition
fees

2.6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System  IQAC has been recently initiated
 Academic audit conducted by external experts
 IQAC processes need to be institutionalized

2.7 Innovations and Best Practices:  Clean and well maintained campus.
2.7.1 Environmental Consciousness  Solar energy is tapped and utilized in Hostels.
 Plantation, water harvesting and proper waste
management system in place.
 Green audit is undertaken

2.7.2 Innovations  ICT-enabled teaching introduced

 Project based and hands-on learning
 Monetary incentive for quality publications

2.7.3 Best Practices  In-house software development for academic and

administrative functions
 Good stakeholders relationship
 Staff welfare measures

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 Section III: OVERALL ANALYSIS

3.1 Institutional Strengths

 Adequate and well maintained physical infrastructure
for teaching and learning
 Competent & dedicated faculty
 ICT application in academic and administrative
functions
 Hostel facilities and recreation facilities
 Good academic environment

3.2 Institutional Weaknesses

 Lack of consultancy and funded projects
 Limited number of publications in quality journals
 Less number of senior and middle level faculty
 Limited admission to M. Tech. & M. Pharm.
programmes

3.3 Institutional Challenges

 Implementation of CBCS in all the programs as
mandated by UGC
 Updation of curriculum in consonance with the
emerging needs and requirements of the industry
 Enrolment of students into all programs considering
the location of the University
 Global and national competition

3.4 Institutional Opportunities

 Funding opportunities from external agencies
 Strengthening of community based activities in public
private partnership
 Great opportunity to cater to skill set development
needs for mainstreaming the students of rural students
 Launching new programmes based on the needs of
local community
 Collaborations and linkages with reputed institutions
and industry
 Internationalisation of education by attracting students
and faculty from abroad

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 Section IV: Recommendations for Quality Enhancement of the Institution
 CBCS to be introduced
 More academic programmes in Science and Humanities may be initiated
 Career oriented/value-added courses may be started in specialized fields
 Faculty cadre ratio and gender ratio needs improvement
 More efforts required to get external funding for research
 Create environment for attraction of international students and faculty
 Inter-disciplinary areas of research and Consultancy should be encouraged and
undertaken in identified areas in focus manner
 University –Industry linkages may be strengthened
 Establish linkages with national and international bodies and reputed NGOs
engaged in community service
 Institutionalise IQAC and ensure its contribution as per NAAC guidelines
 Ph.D. programme should be strengthened and streamlined in accordance with the
UGC Regulations 2016
 University should make more budgetary provision for research
 Up-gradation and enhancement of sports and games activities
 There is a need for further strengthening soft skills training.
 Focus on coaching of students for competitive examinations and personality
development programme

I agree with the observations of the Peer Team as mentioned in the report.

Signature of the Head of the Institution

with date & Seal

Signatures of the Peer Team Members:

S. No. Name Designation Signature with Date

1. Prof. D.N. Reddy Chairperson

2. Prof.(Dr.) Yoginder Verma Member Co-ordinator

3. Prof. S. Swaminathan Member

Prof. Avinash Keskar
4. Member

5. Dr. Swarnlata Saraf Member

6. Prof. V. Rhymend Uthariaraj Member

7. Prof. S.B. Singh Member

Dr. K. Rama NAAC Officer

Dated: 22.02.2017 Place: Mathura

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