(Established under the Presidency University Act, 2013 of the Karnataka Act 41 of 2013)

Student Handbook: Rules,

Policies and Code of Conduct
for Students

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 CONTENTS
SL.NO. PARTICULARS PAGE NO.
1.0 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................4
2.0 ADMISSION RULES ..........................................................................................................................4
3.0 UNIVERSITY FEE POLICY ...............................................................................................................5
4.0 ADMISSION WITHDRAWAL AND FEE REFUND POLICY .........................................................6
5.0 WITHDRAWAL FROM PROGRAM AND FEE REFUND POLICY ...............................................6
6.0 UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP POLICY ...........................................................................................7
7.0 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS ............................................................................................................8
8.0 PROGRAM REGULATIONS AND CURRICULUM; COURSE HANDOUT ................................10
9.0 UNIVERSITY TIMINGS FOR STUDENTS.....................................................................................10
10.0 COMPUTER LABORATORY RULES.............................................................................................10
11.0 RULES FOR OTHER LABORATORIES AND WORKSHOP ........................................................12
12.0 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS .........................................................................................12
13.0 DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE ........................................................................................................18
14.0 CO-CURRICULAR AND EXTRA – CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ...............................................19
15.0 LIBRARY POLICY AND RULES ....................................................................................................19
16.0 POLICY AGAINST PLAGIARISM ..................................................................................................22
17.0 MEDICAL CARE POLICY ...............................................................................................................23
18.0 PARKING FACILITY .......................................................................................................................23
19.0 UNIVERSITY TRANSPORT POLICY.............................................................................................23
20.0 UNIVERSITY HOSTEL POLICY ....................................................................................................24
21.0 SPORTS POLICY ..............................................................................................................................25
22.0 THE COUNSELLING SERVICE ......................................................................................................25
23.0 INTERNSHIP, PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE ......................25
24.0 ANTI RAGGING POLICY ................................................................................................................26
25.0 POLICY FOR PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT ........................................................27
26.0 PERMANENT FORM OF PERMISSION AND INDEMNITY........................................................28
27.0 JOINT AFFIDAVIT BY THE STUDENT AND PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN ..........................28
28.0 THE RIGHT TO INTERPRET, REVISE, MODIFY OR CHANGE .................................................29
29.0 JURISDICTION .................................................................................................................................29
ANNEXURE – 1 ................................................................................................................................30
ANNEXURE – 2 ................................................................................................................................31
ANNEXURE – 3 ................................................................................................................................32
ANNEXURE – 4 ................................................................................................................................33

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 STUDENT HANDBOOK: RULES, POLICIES AND CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION

Presidency University is committed to fostering a conducive and harmonious environment in which

students, faculty and staff members work together to achieve academic excellence. Students at
Presidency University, because they are members of an academic community dedicated to the
achievement of excellence, are expected to meet the highest standards of personal, ethical and moral
conduct. These standards require personal integrity, a commitment to practice self-accountability and a
willingness to place the good of the community above the good of the self. Obligations once undertaken
must be met, commitments kept. The discovery, advancement and communication of knowledge are not
possible without a commitment to these standards. The commitment of its faculty, staff and students to
these standards contributes to, and, ensures that Presidency University Degree is held with high regard
everywhere. The University trains students to understand and practice these standards to be fully
equipped for a successful global career and above all, to be good human beings. Therefore, it is vital
that every student accepts accountability and commitment to maintain discipline, decorum and
conformity to all the Regulations, Policies and Code of Conduct for Students of the University. Students
who cannot adhere to these Regulations, Policies and Code of Conduct for Students would do well to
seek other educational institutions.

2.0 ADMISSION RULES

The University admissions shall be open to all persons irrespective of caste, class, creed, gender or
nationality. All admissions shall be made on the basis of merit in the qualifying examinations and as per
the rules and guidelines prescribed by the Government of Karnataka, other concerned Regulatory
Bodies and the Entrance Examinations conducted by the University.
2.1. The students shall be admitted to a Program of study of the University subject to fulfillment of
eligibility criteria as prescribed from time to time by the University for the concerned Program of study.
The eligibility criteria for admission to the various Programs of the University would be clearly
specified in the concerned Program Regulations and Curriculum, that would be issued periodically
2.2. A student admitted to a Program of study, shall continue to remain registered for such a Program, till
she/he passes out the Program or she/he withdraws from the Program in accordance with the then
prevalent Regulations.
2.3. Every student duly admitted to the University for a Program after compliance with prescribed
formalities and payment of prescribed fees, deposits, as applicable, and other amounts and submission
of prescribed documents and certificates shall be allotted a unique Identification Number.
2.4. If a student fails to pay the University Fee and Deposits, as applicable, for admission to a Program of
study, and/or fails to produce all the mandatory documents and certificates required for admission to the
University before the prescribed last date thereof, the provisional offer of admission to the student shall
stand withdrawn forthwith and the student shall not be entitled to be admitted to the University.
2.5. If a student desires to join the University on the basis of Lateral Entry or transfer of credits from other
Institutes/Universities during the Program, she/he shall be examined for eligibility for admission as per
the procedure and criteria laid down in the Academic Regulations of the University and the concerned

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 Program Regulations, and admission shall be dependent on his/her eligibility so determined.

3.0 UNIVERSITY FEE POLICY

The University Fee Policy document which details the various University Fees, Charges and Deposits is
given to every student at the time of Admission. The purpose of the Fee Policy Document is to provide
all the information the student (and parents) require in this regard.
3.1. The University Fee is on an “Annual” basis (i.e., charged annually) and in advance, for the concerned
Academic Year. It is not a “Semester” based Fee structure. However, for the convenience of the
students, the fee payment is facilitated in two installments (first in the month of June and the second, in
November, irrespective of the date of announcement of results of End Term Final Examinations and
starting date of the concerned Semester).
3.2. The University Fee (including Deposits, where applicable) is payable through any of the following
means:
i. Cash
ii. Bank Demand Draft
iii. Net-banking
iv. Credit/Debit Card
Note: Cheques are not accepted.
3.3. Security Deposit, where applicable, will be refunded only when the student completes his/her Program
of study from the University, or withdraws from the University, and after adjusting dues, if any.
3.4. In case, a student is required to repeat/re-register an Academic Year, the Annual Fee payable by her/him
shall correspond to the Academic Year to be repeated, and shall be as per the Fee Policy in force at that
point of time.
3.5. The policies relating to the University Fee and Deposits, where applicable, are the prerogative of
Presidency University and may be revised by the University from time to time. Such changes shall be
binding on all the students.
3.6. All disputes arising out of or in connection with this are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the
Courts of Bengaluru.
3.7. Fee Payment Schedule and Late Fee Rules
The last date for payment of Fee for new Admissions will be as mentioned in the respective Provisional
Admission Letter or before the commencement of the Program, whichever is earlier. Thereafter (from
second installment onwards), late fee rules would be applicable as specified in Table 3.7 below:
Table 3.7
Fee Deposit Schedule and Late Fee Rules
University Fee Payment and Late Fee
Payment of 1stInstallment Payment of 2ndInstallment
Rules
Last date for payment of Fee 30th June 30th November

Last date for payment with Late Fee of 10th December

10th July
Rs. 1000/-
Last date for payment with Late Fee 20th December
20th July
Rs. 2000/-
Important Note: Partial payment of Fee will not be accepted. The student has to pay the complete
amount of the 1st or 2nd Installment of University Fee as prescribed by the relevant and applicable
Fee Policy.

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 3.8. A student who fails to pay the complete 1st Installment of the Annual University Fee (without or with
Late fee) on or before the corresponding Last Dates mentioned in Table 3.7, shall not be eligible to
Register for the following “Odd” Semester commencing on August 01 of the corresponding Academic
Year. Further a student who fails to pay the complete 2nd Installment of the Annual University Fee
(without or with Late fee) on or before the corresponding Last Dates mentioned in Table 3.7, shall not
be eligible to Register for the following “Even” Semester commencing on January 02 of the
corresponding Academic Year.
3.9. The student is cautioned that failure to pay the University Fee on the prescribed dates (refer Table 3.7)
shall not be eligible to Register for the concerned Academic Term and this will result in the loss of an
Academic Term/Year for the concerned student.

4.0 ADMISSION WITHDRAWAL AND FEE REFUND POLICY

4.1. For the purposes of these Regulations, “Admission Withdrawal” means a student admitted to the first
year of a Program of study seeks withdrawal of admission. All applications for Admission withdrawal
shall be submitted using the prescribed Admission Withdrawal Form available in the Admission Office
of the University. The following refund policy will apply ONLY if the student has submitted the
Admission Withdrawal Form.
4.2. If the admission is withdrawn fifteen (15) calendar days before the date of the commencement of the
concerned Program as announced by the University in the Academic Calendar or University
Notification in this regard, then the University Fee and the refundable security deposit, if applicable,
paid by the student will be refunded after the deduction of non-refundable Admission/Registration fee
as applicable, and a withdrawal processing fee of Rs. 2000/- (Rs. Two Thousand).
4.3. If the application for withdrawal of admission is submitted after the date of commencement of the
concerned Program as announced by the University in the Academic Calendar or University
Notification in this regard, there shall be no refund whatsoever of the University Fee paid by the
student. The refundable Security Deposit, if applicable, will be refunded to the student after deducting
the non-refundable Admission/Registration fee as applicable, and a withdrawal processing fee of Rs.
2000/-.
4.4. The minimum time to make the refund as applicable shall be thirty (30) calendar days from the date the
admission withdrawal is completed. The University will make the refund, if any, through cheque only,
which will be mailed by “Registered Post” to the address given by the student at the time of admission.

5.0 WITHDRAWAL FROM PROGRAM AND FEE REFUND POLICY

5.1. In case of a student seeking withdrawal from the Program of study after completion of one/more
Academic Year(s), the concerned student shall submit the request for withdrawal from the Program of
study using the prescribed Withdrawal Form available in the Office of the Dean of the concerned
School of the University. The following refund policy will apply ONLY if the student has submitted the
prescribed Withdrawal Form.
5.2. If a student submits the Withdrawal Form on or before 15th July of the current Academic Year, the
advance installment of University Fee for the next Academic Year, if paid by the student, shall be
refunded after deduction of a withdrawal processing fee of Rs. 2000/- (Rs. Two Thousand), and any
dues as applicable. Security deposit, if any, paid by the student at the time of admission, shall be

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 refunded, after adjustment of dues, if any.
5.3. In case the application for withdrawal is submitted after 15th July of the current Academic Year, the
advance installment of University Fee, if paid by the student for the next Academic Year, shall not be
refunded under any circumstance. Security deposit, if any, paid by the student at the time of admission,
shall be refunded, after adjustment of dues and deduction of the withdrawal processing fee of Rs.
2000/- (Rs. Two Thousand).
5.4. In case of a student seeking withdrawal on account of not getting promoted to the next Academic Year,
the advance installment of University Fee for the next Academic Year, if paid by the student, shall be
refunded after deduction of any dues as applicable. Security deposit, if any, paid by the student at the
time of admission, shall be refunded, after adjustment of dues, if any.
5.5. No interest shall be payable on refund of any fees/deposit.
5.6. The minimum time to make the refund, as applicable, shall be thirty (30) calendar days from the date
the withdrawal is completed. The University will make the refund, if any, through cheque only, which
will be mailed by “Registered Post” to the address given by the student at the time of admission.
5.7. In case of any dispute, the decision of the Vice Chancellor, Presidency University would be final and
binding.
5.8. All disputes arising out of or in connection with this are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Courts
of Bengaluru.

6.0 UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP POLICY

6.1. The University awards several scholarships to encourage meritorious students and support deserving
students. In addition to merit scholarships, the University provides scholarships to students who have
excelled in Sports, NCC and Cultural Activities. The University is committed to support deserving
students whose father/mother are Defence/Police/Ex-Service(Armed Forces) personnel, differently-
abled students, students from economically weaker sections/SC/ST/Minority backgrounds, students
with single parent(mother) and students who have lost both parents. The University also provides
concessions to students who are alumni or children of staff members of the Presidency Group of
Institutions. There are special scholarships available to students from Jammu & Kashmir and foreign
students from SAARC countries.
6.2. Receiving any scholarship shall not be a matter of right for the student. Awarding of scholarship/s shall
be the sole discretion of the University.
6.3. The various categories and details of Scholarships offered by the University shall be notified by the
University at the time of admission to a new Academic Year.
6.4. The conditions and rules for the award of Scholarship/Concession in the University Tuition Fees shall
be clearly prescribed in the University Scholarship Policy notified at the time of Admission.
6.5. Scholarships are restricted to the University Tuition Fee only and are applicable for the first year of the
relevant Program only.
6.6. Students who are awarded a scholarship for the first year of their Program shall pay the full University
Fee and other charges/deposits, as applicable, prescribed in the fee document of the University from the
second year of the Program till completion of the Program.
6.7. All students who are awarded any type of University Scholarship shall be required to give a written
undertaking to abide by the rules and conditions of the award of such Scholarship.

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7.0 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS

Every student will be given a copy of Academic Regulations of the University and the concerned
Program Regulations and Curriculum, which specifies all the academic requirements and provisions
for the Program of study. The same is available on the website of the University
(www.presidencyuniversity.in). The student and parent(s) must read these documents so that they are
well aware of the Regulations, Policies and Rules of the University. The students are required to
comply with all the Regulations, Policies and Rules issued by the University from time to time. Few
important points (from the Academic Regulations) are summarized below. A person seeking admission
to any Program of the University shall be deemed to have read, understood and accepted the Academic
Regulations and the concerned Program Regulations and Curriculum.

7.1. Academic Calendar

7.2. The academic activities of the University are regulated by the Academic Calendar approved by the
Academic Council, and released at the beginning of each Academic Year. The Academic Calendar is
available on the website of the University (www.presidencyuniversity.in). The University shall conduct
the Classes, Tests, Mid-term Examinations, End Term Final Examinations, co-curricular activities and
other University activities as per the Academic Calendar issued at the commencement of the Academic
Year. However, the University shall reserve the right to make any changes in the Academic Calendar.
It is mandatory for students and faculty to strictly adhere to the Academic Calendar for completion of
academic and other University activities.
7.3. Registration (Refer Section 3.0 of the Academic Regulations, 2017)
The University follows a credit based Semester system, therefore Registration at the beginning of each
Semester on the prescribed dates announced in the Academic Calendar and through notifications issued
by the University to this effect, is mandatory for every student till she/he completes her/his Program.
The process and rules of Registration is prescribed in the Academic Regulations of the University and
all the students shall mandatorily follow the same.
7.3.1. Registration is the sole responsibility of the student. Every eligible student (refer Academic
Regulations for eligibility criteria) shall register in person, at the beginning of each Academic
Term, on the dates specified in the Academic Calendar and/or notifications issued by the
University from time to time in this regard. The eligible student shall Register for the
concerned Courses as prescribed by the respective Program Regulations and Curriculum.
Without Registration, any academic activity (Course / Seminar / Practical / Project work /
Internship, etc.) undergone by a student will not be counted towards the requirements of
her/his enrolled Program.
7.3.2. An eligible student will be permitted to Register for the Academic Term only after payment of
the annual University Fee and other dues/charges as may be applicable.
7.3.3. If an eligible student fails to Register for an Academic Term on the notified dates, the
concerned student shall not be allowed to attend the classes in the concerned Academic Term
under any conditions whatsoever. Students are cautioned that failure to Register on the
notified dates will result in the loss of an Academic Term/Year.
7.3.4. Complete details regarding Registration are provided in Section 3.0 of the Academic
Regulations, 2017.
7.4. Attendance Requirements (Refer Section 7.0 of the Academic Regulations, 2017)
To maintain high standards of academics, the University exhorts every student to attend every Lecture,

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 Tutorial, Practical Classes and other Co-Curricular activities mandated by the Program Regulations
and Curriculum of the concerned Program. Every student must attend every class scheduled in the
Time-Table notified by the University. The attendance requirement shall be a minimum of 75% of the
classes actually conducted in every Course the student has Registered for in the Academic Term. A
student with shortage of attendance (i.e., less than 75% of the classes actually conducted in every
Course in the concerned Academic Term), shall not be permitted to appear in the End Term Final
Examinations of the Course(s) in which the attendance shortfall exists, irrespective of the student’s
academic performance in the continuous assessments.

7.5. Attendance Policy

Attendance will be recorded in the Attendance Register by the concerned Course Instructor in every
Lecture, Tutorial, and Practical Class as scheduled in the concerned Time-Table for the Program of
study as notified by the Dean of the concerned School.
7.5.1. The student shall be informed of her/his attendance records so that the concerned student is
aware of any shortage of attendance, as applicable. The student is expected to take note of
such periodic notifications regarding shortage of attendance and ensure that the minimum
attendance criteria is complied with. Failure to do so shall result in the student becoming
ineligible to appear for the End Term Final Examination of the Course concerned. In such
cases, it shall be the sole responsibility of the student to register and complete the Course
when it is next offered as per the Academic Regulations of the University.
7.5.2. The parent/legal guardian of the student who is absent in any class will be informed of the
absence of the student through mobile/email/postal communications. These communications
are sent to the mobile numbers/email address/ postal communication address provided by the
students/parents at the time of admission. The student and parents of the student are solely
responsible to intimate to the University office if there is a change in the mobile number,
email address and postal communication address.
7.5.3. The parent/legal guardian of the student whose attendance is below 75% (as on the date of
generating the attendance record), shall be informed accordingly. The parent/legal guardian
concerned is expected to take such notifications seriously and advise her/his ward to attend
classes regularly. A caution notice shall be sent by email/courier to the parent/legal guardian
of the student who is at risk of being barred from appearing for the End Term Final
Examination due to shortage of attendance, even after repeated warnings given to the student.
7.5.4. The student and parent/legal guardian are cautioned that shortage of attendance below the
minimum eligibility criteria (i.e., minimum of 75% of the classes actually conducted in every
Course the student has registered for in the Academic Term) for appearing in the End Term
Final Examinations, may result in the loss of an Academic Year for the student. The student is
advised to adhere to all attendance requirements as prescribed by the Academic Regulations
and Program Regulations and Curriculum.
7.6. Academic Performance Evaluation, Grading and Yearly Promotion
The criteria and process of Academic Performance Evaluation, Grading and Yearly Promotion is
prescribed in the Academic Regulations of the University (refer Sections 8.0 and 16.0 of the Academic
Regulations, 2017). The concerned Program Regulations and Curriculum also prescribe the methods of
assessments and the weightage associated with the various components of assessments. All the students
must read these Regulations and adhere accordingly.

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8.0 PROGRAM REGULATIONS AND CURRICULUM; COURSE HANDOUT
(Refer Section 6.0 of the Academic Regulations, 2017)

8.1. Every student admitted to the 1st Year of any Program of study shall receive a copy of the concerned
Program Regulations and Curriculum at the commencement of the 1st Academic Year of the Program of
study. In case of changes in the Program Regulations and Curriculum at any stage of the Program of
study, every student shall receive a copy of the revised and updated Program Regulations and
Curriculum. Any subsequent change in the Program Regulations shall be notified to all students
separately.
8.2. At the commencement of every Semester, every eligible student would be given the Course Handout as
prescribed by the Academic Regulations and the concerned Program Regulations and Curriculum. The
student must use the Course Handout diligently and adhere to the guidelines provided in the Course
Handout in order to enhance learning and performance in the concerned Course.

9.0 UNIVERSITY TIMINGS FOR STUDENTS

The University Timings for Students is stated in Table 9.1 below:

Table 9.1
University Timings for Students
Monday to Friday 09.00 am to 04.00 pm
Saturday (2nd, 4th and 5th, as applicable) 09.00 am to 01.00 pm
1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month No Classes

9.1. Class Time-Table will be published at the beginning of each Academic Term. Each class/period is of
55 minutes duration. Normally there are six (06) classes/periods in a day Monday to Friday, and four
(04) classes/periods on the working Saturday. The details of class/laboratory timings shall be notified
by the respective Departments.
9.2. The University reserves the right to extend the class timings in the academic interests of the students.
9.3. Every student must be present inside the classroom on time for every class. Students who arrive late
will be marked absent for that class.
9.4. Latecomers: All students are required to be present in the University Campus and class on time. Any
student who comes late to the University (i.e., after 9:00 am) shall not be permitted to attend the first
period. Such students will be required to be in the Library and attend the remaining Classes/Periods.
9.5. Special training classes, extra classes and other co-curricular activities may be conducted on specified
timings on any day as notified by the University or the Academic Calendar. All students must attend
such notified activities without fail.
9.6. Outpass: Normally, no student is permitted to leave the University Campus between 9:00 am and 04:00
pm Monday to Friday and 09:00 am to 01:00 pm on the working Saturday. In case of extreme exigency,
a student is permitted to leave the campus with prior approval of the concerned HOD/Dean. An Outpass
application is to be submitted for approval. The Pro Forma of the Outpass is placed in Annexure – 3.

10.0 COMPUTER LABORATORY RULES

10.1. Computer Laboratories will be open during University working hours and/or as required or notified by

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 the Dean/HOD of the concerned School/Department. Students should use the Computer Lab only for
academic learning activities and curricular related assignments/projects.
10.2. All activities of the students over the University Campus Network will be monitored for security
purposes.
10.3. The rules governing access to the Computer Labs and conduct inside the Labs are listed below:
10.3.1. Only faculty members, students and staff of the University are allowed inside the Computer
Lab. No visitors are allowed inside the Lab without prior permission from the concerned
Dean/HOD.
10.3.2. Students must log-in and log-out using the Lab Attendance Register kept for this purpose at
the time of entry and exit from the Computer Lab
10.3.3. Students must wear the Identity Cards and should be dressed as per the University Dress Code
applicable to them. Students without Identity Card and/or violating the dress code shall not be
permitted to enter the Lab.
10.3.4. Students shall not carry any pen drives, CD's or other storage devices without prior permission
from the Lab In-charge/Course Instructor and the details of these storage devices shall be
registered in the Lab Register. Failure to comply with this requirement shall result in
disciplinary action against the concerned student and the unauthorized storage device(s) used
by the student, or in possession of the student shall be confiscated. Whenever any student has
copied any data or program from the system, the same should be shown to the Lab In-charge
for verification or approval.
10.3.5. Students shall occupy/use only the systems as identified/assigned by the Lab In-charge/Course
Instructor. Every student shall be given unique login username and password. The student
shall not pass on this information to any other student. Any attempt by a student to use the
system without authorization shall result in disciplinary action against such student and/or
against the student who receives the information referred to above.
10.3.6. Students shall not indulge in hacking or any such unethical/unauthorized attempt to access
information in files/systems other than their own.
10.3.7. Any attempt to destroy or destruction of data or programs in individual machines as well as
the server shall result in stringent disciplinary action against the guilty/errant student, which
may include debarment from Placement Assistance and/or participation in University
Competitions/Events.
10.3.8. The Internet/Wi-Fi facility is provided purely for academic learning and acquiring knowledge.
Internet usage is free of cost, subject to certain conditions. Students shall vacate the system
after 60 minutes if required by other fellow students. Audio or Video chatting is prohibited in
all the Labs of the University. Students are prohibited from visiting any sites which do not add
learning value or are illegal. Violation of this regulation shall be deemed to be a serious act of
indiscipline. Use of the Lab and/or the facilities provided therein for any purpose other than
the bona fide purpose of prescribed academic learning shall be deemed to be a serious act of
indiscipline and the University shall be entitled to take action as it deems fit.
10.3.9. Students shall not use the Internet/Wi-Fi facility for sending unproductive, provocative, illegal
mails or indulge in undesirable chat. Any attempt to misuse the Internet/Wi-Fi facility shall
result in disciplinary action on the concerned student, which may include withdrawal of the
Internet/Wi-Fi facility for the student, debarment from Placement Assistance and/or
participation in University Competitions/Events.

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 10.3.10. Beverages and eatables are strictly prohibited inside the Lab
10.3.11. Mobile phones are strictly prohibited in the Lab and violation of the rule results in the
confiscation of the mobile phone and expulsion from the Lab.
10.3.12. If any damage is caused to any computer system or its peripherals due to negligence and or
deliberate mischief by student(s), the entire cost of the system/peripherals will be recovered
by the University from the concerned student(s).

11.0 RULES FOR OTHER LABORATORIES AND WORKSHOP

11.1. Students are to report for laboratory and workshop sessions on time as per the time-table.
11.2. Students are required to wear laboratory/workshop uniforms as prescribed by the School of
Engineering. Care should be taken by students to wear heavy duty shoes to prevent accidents in the
workshop.
11.3. All students must maintain the Laboratory/Workshop Records as prescribed by the concerned Course
Handout. No student will be permitted to the Laboratory/Workshop class without the
Laboratory/Workshop Records. Students are required to report to the laboratory/workshop sessions with
their record note books and must proceed to work on their experiments only after approval/permission
of the Course Instructor/Lab Instructor. Students should adhere to the instructions given by the Course
Instructor and/or the laboratory/workshop technician during the laboratory/workshop class.
11.4. All Laboratory equipment/workshop machinery/appliances/chemicals need to be handled with care by
students and take the help of the Lab Instructor/Course Instructor whenever they are unsure of how to
handle any equipment.
11.5. Students must inform the faculty, laboratory assistant/workshop assistant of any breakages or
malfunctioning of equipment immediately and as and when it is noticed.
11.6. Any damage caused to equipment/machinery/appliances due to negligence or deliberate mischief by the
student(s), will be recovered by the University from the concerned student in terms of penalty fees, or
deduction from the Security Deposit, if applicable, paid by the student(s) at the time of admission.
11.7. Any unruly behavior in the laboratory/ workshop shall be dealt with immediately by the Course
Instructor/Lab Instructor, which may include sending the errant student(s) out of the Lab/Workshop and
any other penalty as imposed by the Disciplinary Committee.
11.8. All materials used in the laboratory/workshop are the property of the University and should not be
taken out of the laboratory/workshop except under the guidance of a faculty member in charge and with
the permission of the concerned HOD/DEAN.
11.9. Students absenting themselves from laboratory/workshop sessions cannot claim to re-do the
experiments as a matter of right. The discretion/decision of the HOD/Dean will be final in this case.
11.10. Any loss damage, injury occurring to the student and/or the equipment in the Lab arising out of failure
to follow or adhere to the instructions issued by the Lab/Workshop Instructor or due to acts of
negligence of a student shall be the liability of the student.

12.0 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS

Every student shall observe discipline, decorum and proudly contribute to the academic ambience and
prestige of the University. Students must treat each other with dignity and spirit of friendship and
brotherhood to create and nurture harmonious student community.
Every student must respect the faculty members and every staff member of the University.

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 For the well-being of the student community, any violation of discipline and Code of Conduct will be
strictly dealt with, including expulsion from the University.

12.1. Student Identity Card

Every student admitted to the University is provided with a University Identity Card. The student
should wear and display the Identity Card at all times in the University campus.
12.1.1. A student will not be allowed into the University Campus without the Identity Card.
12.1.2. A student must produce the Identity Card to use any University facility like Library,
Preliminary Medical Centre, Canteen, Laboratories, etc.
12.1.3. A student must return the Identity Card to the University Office at the time of passing
out/withdrawal/expulsion or when asked for. In case of failure to do so, Security Deposits, if
any, will be forfeited and Certificates will not be issued.
12.1.4. Every student should preserve the Identity Card and not give it to any other student or outsider
for any purpose. Any misuse of the University Identity Card (self or others) will lead to
disciplinary action against the student, including expulsion from the University.
12.1.5. The University reserves the right to ask the students to surrender their Identity Card without
assigning any reason.
12.1.6. In case a student loses the Identity Card, she/he should apply for a fresh Identity Card along
with a penalty fee prescribed by the University.
12.2. Student Dress Code
Personal grooming and dress code is very essential for self-esteem, sense of belonging and camaraderie,
pride in the University and preparedness for corporate/professional careers. All students must follow the
dress code applicable to them.
12.2.1. The University Uniform and Dress Code as prescribed below shall be mandatorily followed
by all concerned students from Monday to Friday of the University working days. However,
on Saturdays of the University working days, the students may come attired in casual wear to
the University.
12.2.2. The University Uniform and Dress Code applicable to students of different Programs of study
is specified in the following Sub-Clauses:

a. Dress Code for Students of the MBA Program (School of Management):

University Uniform – Monday and Thursday
Every freshly admitted student of the MBA Program shall be provided with a set of the
University Uniform consisting of, one (01) University Blazer, one (01) Tie, two (02)
shirts and one (01) trousers. All students of the MBA must come to the University
wearing the full University Uniform with formal shoes on every Monday and Thursday.
Formal Dress Code – Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
Students must be attired in formal dress on every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday of the
University working days.
Lady students shall wear formal trousers, shirt (tucked in) and Tie, or, lady’s suit
with/without Tie, or, Salwar-Kameez, or, Saree, and suitable formal footwear.
Gentlemen students shall wear formal trousers, shirt (tucked in), Tie and suitable formal
footwear.
Smart Casual Dress – Saturday
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 casual clothes and sports/canvas/casual shoes. However, torn jeans/trousers, open neck T-
Shirts, shorts and “chappals” are strictly prohibited.

b. Dress Code for Students of the Law Programs (School of Law):

University Uniform – Monday and Thursday
Every freshly admitted student of a Law Program of the School of Law shall be provided
with a set of the University Uniform for Law students consisting of, one (01) University
Blazer, one (01) Tie, two (02) shirts and one (01) trousers. All students of Law Programs
must come to the University wearing the full University Uniform with formal shoes on
every Monday and Thursday.
Formal Dress Code – Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
Students must be attired in formal dress on every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday of the
University working days.
Lady students shall wear formal trousers, shirt (tucked in) and Tie, or, lady’s suit
with/without Tie, or, Salwar-Kameez, or, Saree, and suitable formal footwear.
Gentlemen students shall wear formal trousers, shirt (tucked in), Tie and suitable formal
footwear.
Smart Casual Dress – Saturday
Students of the Law Programs may come to the University on Saturdays attired in smart
casual clothes and sports/canvas/casual shoes. However, torn jeans/trousers, open neck T-
Shirts, shorts and “chappals” are strictly prohibited.

c. Dress Code for Students of the B.Tech Programs (School of Engineering):

Formal Dress Code – Monday to Friday
Students of the School of Engineering must be attired in formal dress from Monday to
Friday of the University working days.
Lady students shall wear formal trousers and shirt (tucked in), or, lady’s suit, or, Salwar-
Kameez, or, Saree, and suitable formal footwear.
Gentlemen students shall wear formal trousers and shirt (tucked in) and suitable formal
footwear.
Smart Casual Dress – Saturday
Students of the B.Tech Programs (School of Engineering) may come to the University on
Saturdays attired in smart casual clothes and sports/canvas/casual shoes. However, torn
jeans/trousers, open neck T-Shirts, shorts and “chappals” are strictly prohibited.
Dress Code for Laboratories (Except Computer Laboratories) and Workshops
Students must come to the Labs (other than Computer Labs) and Workshops in the
prescribed lab/workshop uniform and shoes.
d. Dress Code for Special Events/Programs in the University:
All students of MBA and Law Programs are required to be attired in the respective
University Uniform with University Blazers and formal footwear. Students of the School
of Engineering must be in formal dress code and wear formal jackets and formal
footwear. Gentlemen students must wear ties. Lady students may also wear ties with
formal dresses, or, wear sarees.
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 Sportswear and/or tracksuit/T-shirts as required.
e. Violation of the University Student Dress Code:
Any violation of the University Student Dress Code shall result in stringent disciplinary
action.
A caution notice will be issued to a student violating the Dress Code.
Subsequent violation will result in disciplinary action against the student which may
include a fine of Rs.1000/-, debarment from Placement Assistance and/or representing
the University in any Event/Competition.
12.3. Restricted Use of Mobile phones in the University
12.3.1. Use of Mobile Phones is strictly prohibited in the Academic Blocks, which includes
Classrooms, Laboratories, Workshop, Library, Moot Court and the Corridors of Academic
Blocks.
12.3.2. Students are strictly prohibited from using Mobile phones in the Administrative Block.
12.3.3. Students may use their Mobile phones in the permissible/designated areas in the University
Campus as stipulated by the University Notifications.
12.3.4. Any Student using mobile phone in restricted areas as specified in Sub-Clauses 12.3.1 and
12.3.2 will be cautioned and the mobile phone will be confiscated. A second violation will
result in stringent disciplinary action against the student which may include a fine of
Rs.1000/-, debarment from Placement Assistance and/or representing the University in any
Event/Competition.
12.4. Use of Student’s personal Laptop in the University
Students may bring their personal Laptops/Tablets to the University Campus. The rules for using
personal Laptops/Tablets are specified in the following Sub-Clauses:
12.4.1. Students may use Laptops in the Tutorial Classes if required as part of the coursework/class
assignments, with prior permission of the concerned Course Instructor.
12.4.2. Students may use their laptops in the Classrooms/Seminar Halls for assignment/seminar/
paper presentation purposes, or any other academic activity as required/approved by the
concerned Course Instructor.
12.4.3. In case a student wants to use her/his laptop during a class/lecture for academic purpose, that
student must seek prior permission from the concerned Course Instructor to use the laptop in
the classroom. Students are not permitted to use personal laptops in the classroom during a
lecture without prior permission of the Course Instructor. Violation of this rule will result in
disciplinary action on the student, and the errant student’s laptop/tablet will be confiscated by
the Course Instructor.
12.4.4. Students are not permitted to use/take their personal laptops to the Computer Labs during a
practical/laboratory period/class. Violation of this rule will result in disciplinary action on the
student, and the errant student’s laptop/tablet will be confiscated by the Course Instructor.
12.4.5. Students may use their laptops in the Computer/Project Laboratories to carry out
assignments/project work with prior permission of the concerned Course Instructor.
12.4.6. Use of personal laptops in the University Laboratories/Classrooms for any non-
academic/curricular work or activity is strictly prohibited. Violation of this rule will result in
stringent disciplinary action on the student, and the errant student’s laptop/tablet will be
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12.5. Student Discipline in the University Campus (Includes Hostel and Transport Facility)
A student shall not indulge in any act of indiscipline which includes:
12.5.1. Any violation of Regulations, Policies and Code of Conduct for Students of Presidency
University as may be prescribed and be prevalent from time to time;
12.5.2. Breach of an Undertaking or Declaration and/or refusal to obey the directions/instructions of
the HOD/Dean, Registrar and/or Vice Chancellor;
12.5.3. Leaving University premises without proper outpass and Failure to provide proof of identity
when requested to do and /or not producing Identity Card;
12.5.4. Misbehavior with a fellow student, faculty or staff or any person in the University;
12.5.5. Violent, indecent, disorderly, threatening, intimidating or offensive behavior or language
(whether expressed orally, in writing or electronically, including blogs, social networking
websites and other electronic means);
12.5.6. Shouting, whistling, use of verbal/written abuses, derogatory or un-parliamentary language/
terms against any officer, academic staff, administrative staff, other employee or student of
the University;
12.5.7. Distribution or publication of a poster, notice, sign or any publication including audio-visual
material, blog or webpage, which is offensive, intimidating, threatening or illegal;
12.5.8. Any kind of betting/gambling;
12.5.9. Any act of malpractice related to any examination/test/evaluation process/ conducted by the
University;
12.5.10. Littering in the University Campus including classrooms;
12.5.11. Mass Bunking of classes and other University activities. Causing disruption in any manner in
the functioning of the University;
12.5.12. Possession and/or use of banned/prohibited substances such as tobacco products, alcohol,
narcotics, etc., within the premises of the University, including hostels of the University;
12.5.13. Physical assault or threat to use physical force against any officer, academic staff,
administrative staff, other employee or student of the University, and /or causing injury to any
person within or outside the University Campus, including Hostels and Transport facility, for
any reason whatsoever;
12.5.14. Carrying, or use of, or threat to use, any weapons, prohibited items or chemicals;
12.5.15. Violation of status, dignity and honor of students belonging to Scheduled Castes and
Scheduled Tribes and/or using abusive language against them and/or indulging in any activity
that tends to deride them or tarnish their reputation;
12.5.16. Any violation of provisions of the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955;
12.5.17. Creating ill-will or intolerance on religious or communal grounds. Distribution of
literature/propaganda material, in print or electronic form, pertaining to his/her religion,
political views and group views (based on caste, creed & place of residence) within the
University Campus;
12.5.18. Accessing banned sites and/or pornographic sites and/or material in the University Campus,
including Hostels.
12.5.19. Any behavior which could constitute or be construed as discrimination or harassment on the
grounds of sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender re-assignment, race, religion, disability or
age of any student or member of staff of the University, or any visitor to the University;
12.5.20. Fraud or deception in relation to the University or its staff, students or visitors;

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 12.5.21. Bribery or attempted bribery including but not limited to offering or giving money, gifts or
any other advantage to any student or employee of the University, or any visitor to the
University with the intention of inducing that person to perform his/her role improperly or of
rewarding that person for performing his/her role improperly;
12.5.22. Theft, misappropriation, unauthorized use or misuse of University property, or the property of
its students, staff or visitors;
12.5.23. Failure to comply with any punishment imposed as a result of the University’s disciplinary
procedures or contempt of those procedures;
12.5.24. Ragging is strictly prohibited. Indulging in any activity that amounts to ragging or any similar
act shall result in the student being summarily suspended from the University;
12.5.25. Any act that tends to or brings the university and/or its Officials, staff or other students into
disrepute and/or adversely affects its reputation and good name;
12.5.26. Indulging in any act either singly or with others that creates disturbance within any part of the
Campus/class rooms or indulging in any activity that obstructs the smooth conduct of classes
and/or academic work within the campus;
12.5.27. Indulging or promoting any business or trading activity within the University Campus,
including Hostels and Transport Facility;
12.5.28. Raising any slogans or indulging in any violent activity in pursuance of any demands or
issues; and,
12.5.29. Any other act of commission or omission, which constitutes indiscipline in the view of the
Disciplinary Committee.

12.6. Defacement/Damage/Theft of University Property

The students shall not indulge in any willful breakage, defacement, damage or theft of University
property (which includes any University infrastructure, equipment, furniture, sports goods, canteen
facilities, hostel facilities, furniture, University buses, and such other facilities and equipment of any
kind belonging to the University).
Any student or group of students guilty of stealing, defacing, breaking or damaging any property,
equipment, facility and/or infrastructure of the University shall be subject to stringent disciplinary
action and penalties which include:
12.6.1. Penalty to recover the cost of the damaged/defaced property of the University from the guilty
student(s).
12.6.2. Forfeiture of the Security Deposit, if any, deposited by the student at the time of Admission.
12.6.3. Debarment from Placement Assistance of the University and from representing the University
and/or participating in any Competition/Event.
12.6.4. Penalty and suspension from the University.
12.6.5. Expulsion from the University.

The decision of the Vice Chancellor, based on the recommendations of the Disciplinary Committee, in
such cases shall be final and binding.
12.7. Banned Substances/Material in University Campus (Tobacco / Narcotics / Alcohol Products /
Weapons / Firearms and Pornographic Material)
The following articles/substances are strictly banned in the University Campus, University Hostels and
University Transport/Buses:

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 12.7.1. Tobacco Products;
12.7.2. Alcoholic Beverages, Spirits and Wines;
12.7.3. Narcotics, Drugs or Solvents;
12.7.4. Fire arms, Weapons or replica of a weapon or any instrument which is considered dangerous
and/or destructive;
12.7.5. Pornographic material in any form;
12.7.6. Unauthorized tranquilizer medicines other than prescribed by the examining physician; or,
12.7.7. Any other objectionable material as decided by the University.

CAUTION: Possession of any of the articles/substances listed above in the Sub-Clauses 12.7.1 to
12.7.7, anywhere in the University Campus including the Hostels and in the University Buses, is a
serious violation and stringent disciplinary action will be taken against the errant student which
includes immediate suspension from the University till the completion of enquiry by the Disciplinary
Committee. The guilty student(s) may be expelled from the University on the recommendations of the
Disciplinary Committee.

13.0 DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE

13.1. Any act of indiscipline pertaining to the Code of Conduct for Students listed above in Section 12.0 and
its Clauses/Sub-Clauses, will be investigated by the Disciplinary Committee of the University. Based on
the seriousness of the act of indiscipline, disciplinary action against the guilty student shall be imposed,
which may range from a penalty fee/fine and/or recovery of costs/expenses incurred by the University
to restore or replace or repair any property destroyed or damaged or defaced by the student, suspension
or expulsion from the University.
13.2. All powers relating to discipline and disciplinary action shall vest with the Vice Chancellor who may
delegate all or such powers, as she/he deems fit, to such other Person/Committee as she/he may specify
in this regard.
13.3. The Vice Chancellor may, on the recommendation of a Committee constituted in this regard or on
her/his own, order or direct that any student found guilty of indiscipline:
13.3.1. Be kept under disciplinary probation with or without supervision for a stated period; or
13.3.2. Be suspended for a stated period; and/or
13.3.3. Be fined monetarily with a specified amount; and/or
13.3.4. That the result of the concerned student in the examination in which he has appeared be
withheld for a stated period or cancelled; and/or
13.3.5. Be debarred from one or more examinations conducted by the University; and/or
13.3.6. Be debarred from the Professional/Industry Practice provisions/facility of the University;
and/or
13.3.7. Be debarred from the Placement Assistance of the University; and/or
13.3.8. Be debarred from Registering for a concerned Academic Term of the University; or
13.3.9. Be expelled from the University; or
13.3.10. Any other punishment which the Vice Chancellor may deem fit.
13.4. In case a student is found guilty of indiscipline and is punished as stated above, his/her scholarship (if
awarded) under the University Scholarship Policy shall be withdrawn with immediate effect. He/she
shall be liable to refund all amount received as Scholarship from the University from the date of
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 13.5. The University shall be entitled to issue public notice with or without the photograph of the student
concerned to intimate the general public of the misconduct or the punishment imposed upon the student.
13.6. The decision of the Vice Chancellor regarding punishment shall be final and not open to question.
13.7. Nothing stated herein shall prevent the University from initiating or instituting appropriate action in
accordance with prevalent law, both civil and/or criminal in addition to the actions defined above.

14.0 CO-CURRICULAR AND EXTRA – CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

14.1. The University is committed to the overall development and transformation of each student by
providing different mandatory co-curricular activities and extra-curricular activities such as Sports,
Cultural, Hobby Clubs, etc. Some Programs include mandatory National Study Tour, Internships and
other Training Programs.
14.2. NSS and NCC: Students are encouraged to become members in NSS and NCC, and actively participate
in the NSS/NCC programs of the University.
14.3. Students must attend and participate in the special programs and activities organized by the University.

15.0 LIBRARY POLICY AND RULES

The University Library promotes a welcoming environment that is conducive for study, research and
learning. It has got a good stock of all textbooks, reference books and general reading materials apart
from important e-resources. Library Rules are framed for effective utilization of the Library by the
students and will be reviewed periodically in tune with the changing needs. Students are advised to visit
the library regularly and utilize the resources available.
15.1. Classification Scheme
All the books in the Library are classified according to Dewey Decimal Classification scheme. Users are
requested to use OPAC computers and follow the instructions given there for easy location of books.
15.2. Internet Browsing
15.2.1. Internet browsing facility is available in the Library only to make subject related searches and
for accessing the electronic databases subscribed by the university.
15.2.2. Online chatting and playing games are strictly prohibited inside the Library.
15.2.3. Do not download and install any software program without the knowledge of the Library staff.
15.2.4. Use of computers is limited to thirty minutes when others are waiting for access.
15.3. Use of Electronic Equipment
Use of Electronic Equipment such as Mobile phones, Audio players and similar gadgets are strictly
prohibited inside the Library. However, students may use their personal laptop/tablet in the Library for
academic work only with prior permission of the Librarian. A student bringing a laptop inside the Library
will have to enter the details of the Laptop in the Register kept for this purpose. Any misuse of the Laptop
in the Library will result in the confiscation of the Laptop by the Librarian and the errant student will be
debarred from bringing the Laptop to the Library.
15.4. Rules for Borrowing Books
Lending of Library books will be done only upon producing the University Identity card as per the
rules/procedure listed below:
15.4.1. Identity cards are not transferable. Library staff may refuse to issue books to anyone who uses
others’ cards. Books should not be sub-lent to others.
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 15.4.3. Books borrowed should be returned on or before the date mentioned in the due date slip.
Overdue charges will be collected as mentioned in Clause 15.9 below.
15.4.4. Books have to be returned to the Library as and when they are recalled by the Librarian.
15.4.5. Check the condition of the books before borrowing and any book found in a damaged
condition will not be issued. Please bring to the notice of the Library staff immediately if any
damage or defect is noticed while borrowing.
15.4.6. The Borrower is fully responsible for the books issued upon his/her card. Any damage to the
book or marking during the borrowed period will attract penalty or total replacement of the
book.
15.4.7. If books borrowed are damaged or lost by the borrower, he/she should replace the book or pay
the value thereof as mentioned in Clause 15.9 below.
15.5. Rules of Borrowing Non-Book (CD-ROMs)
Two CD-ROMs will be issued to all categories of students for a period of 2 days. Overdue charges will
be collected as mentioned in Clause 15.9.
15.6. Rules for Renewal of Books
15.6.1. Renewal of books is done for those books that are not in demand by others.
15.6.2. Books must be brought to the library for renewal.
15.6.3. Books can be renewed twice for 15 days period each time if there is no demand from others.
15.6.4. In case the book is reserved by others, then its renewal is not possible and it has to be returned
to the library.
15.6.5. Books will not be renewed more than two times at a stretch irrespective of the demand. Such
books have to be returned on or before the due date and kept in the library for two working
days before issuing to the same member.
15.7. Rules for Reservation of Books
15.7.1. Reservation of books can only be done for those books that are on circulation. Books which
are on the shelves cannot be reserved.
15.7.2. Online reservation, using the Library Software, is possible from within the University
Campus.
15.7.3. If a book is reserved by more than one person, each one gets a priority number automatically
based on first come first basis. Such books cannot be renewed to the borrower or issued to
anyone other than those reserved.
15.7.4. Whenever a reserved book is returned to the Library, each member by order of priority in the
reservation list, will be intimated and given two working days to borrow the books. If he/she
fails to borrow then the next person in the list is allowed to borrow the book.
15.8. Reference Books
Dictionaries, Encyclopedia, Handbooks, Manuals, Year Books, Periodicals, Back volumes of
periodicals, Reports, Text Books, Newspapers and all those books bearing the stamp “Reference”
will not be lent out. These resources are meant for reference within the Library premises only.
15.9. Overdue Charges, Loss of Books and Identity Card
For late returns of books, the following overdue charges will be levied:
15.9.1. First 10 days after due date: Rs 5.00 per book day
15.9.2. From 11th day after due date: Rs 10.00 per book per day
15.9.3. Any book that is lost by the borrower must be brought to the notice of the Librarian
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 15.9.4. The Borrower is liable to replace the book that is lost or damaged. If unable to replace the lost
book, recovery of cost of the book will be made on the following basis:
a) Three times the current price of the book if the loss of book is reported before the due
date;
b) Three times the current price of the book with overdue charges, if the borrower has
reported the loss after the due date;
c) If the lost book is rare in nature (i.e. not available in the market or is out of print) than
five times of the book cost will be recovered from the borrower;
d) Absence from the University will not be allowed as an excuse for delay in return of
books;
e) No reminders will be issued to individual defaulters; and,
f) All books borrowed from the library have to be returned, and all outstanding dues be
cleared before getting No-Dues Certificate.
15.10. Digital Library
The Library subscribes to the following online databases which are available to students and faculty
within the campus as well as on remote access by User ID and Password. These online databases are
copyrighted and hence the users are required to use the content for the academic reference only.
Passwords may be collected from the Librarian.
15.10.1. Manupatra
15.10.2. IEEE Digital Library
15.10.3. ASTM Digital Library
15.10.4. ProQuest ABI Global
15.10.5. J-Gate (Engineering)
15.10.6. J-Gate (Social Science and Management)
15.10.7. NTPEL Lectures
15.11. Printing and Photocopying Facility
15.11.1. Photocopying of the Library materials can be obtained from the library at nominal charges as
fixed by the Library from time to time. Photocopy charges may be paid at the Issue Desk.
15.11.2. Print Journals
15.11.3. The Library subscribes to 171 print journals and 20 general magazines & newspapers. List of
these journals has been displayed in the Library. These periodicals are only for reference and
are not for circulation.
15.12. Working Hours
Monday through Saturday: 9.00 AM to 6.00 PM.
During End Term Final Examinations: 9.00 AM to 9.00 PM.
Circulation (Issue & Return): 9.00 AM to 6.00 PM.
The Library will be closed on Sundays and other holidays of the University.
15.13. General Instructions
15.13.1. Access to the Library is restricted to Faculty, Staff and Students of Presidency University
only. Always bring your identification card for all Library transactions, without which the
Library staff will not issue books/ other resources.
15.13.2. Always use the Call Number for locating the books; the call number is printed on the spine of
the book for easy identification. Approach the subject rack with the help of the Call Number.
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 15.13.3. Use the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) for identifying the books you require and to
know the availability.
15.13.4. After consulting the books, please leave them on the tables. Library staff will replace them.
15.13.5. Personal belongings must be left in the property rack before entering the Library. However, no
valuables should be left in the racks and the Library will not be responsible for any loss of
users’ belongings left in its premises.
15.13.6. “A book misplaced is a book lost forever” – Replacing books in different locations on the
stacks should be avoided. Since the Library follows open access system, books taken out of
the racks should be left on the tables. Library staff will replace them.
15.13.7. Observe strict silence inside the Library. If conversation becomes necessary, it should be in
low tones only.
15.13.8. Food and Beverages are not allowed inside the Library.
15.13.9. If any books are defaced, such as marking / underlining / folding of pages etc., double the cost
of the latest edition of the book will be charged from the student. If a student is found guilty of
theft, tearing part of the books, and/or causing damage to the library / laboratory property,
disciplinary action will be taken against the students with penalties ranging from forfeiture of
the Security Deposit to expulsion from the University.

16.0 POLICY AGAINST PLAGIARISM

16.1. The University is committed to ensure the authenticity as well as accuracy of documentation of the
research record, whether in a pre-registration research proposal, research progress report, pre-
submission synopsis, final thesis, publications, or any other form of claims made to the academia,
government, industry, media, or public at large.
16.2. For this purpose, the guidelines followed widely across the world shall be adopted, such as those issued
by the Committee of Publication Ethics (COPE) [publicationethics.org], or, The Singapore Statement
on Research Integrity [www.singaporestatement.org/statement.html].
16.3. The Research and Innovation Council of the University shall provide guidelines and training, as
required, to ensure that all students, in particular Undergraduate students of higher Semesters,
Postgraduate students, Research Scholars and Faculty members are trained in the best practices of
research documentation/publishing/communication, including how to avoid unethical publishing
practices, and, in the usage of anti-plagiarism software Turnitin®, iThenticate®, or other approved
software as frequently as needed.
16.4. All written submissions for publication such as Project Reports/Dissertation/Papers/Theses and other
publications under the name of the University must adhere to the anti-plagiarism guidelines provided by
the Course Instructor(s), Research Supervisors, Ph.D. Regulations or other University Notification to
this effect from time to time. If required, the electronic file (text) shall be scanned using anti-plagiarism
software (Turnitin®, or iThenticate®, or other approved software). Also, non-text contents such as
tables, figures, images, drawings, schema, etc., shall be critically examined to ensure that the
submission is free from any unethical content/practice, prior to final submission/publication.
16.5. Research Scholars, in particular, shall submit the anti-plagiarism scanning report of the complete Thesis
at the time of submission of the Thesis for evaluation, as specified in the Ph.D. Regulations, 2017 of the
University.
16.6. The students, Research Scholar(s), Supervisor(s) and Author(s) shall be held responsible for any such
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 falsification and fabrication of results/data/ claims. Such Project Reports/Dissertations/Publications/
Theses shall be withdrawn by the University, regardless of their consequences to their authors,
including cancellation of Registration for the Course(s) concerned and/or withdrawal of their Ph.D.
degrees, if awarded. Such research scholars may also be debarred from admission to the same or any
other program in the University.

17.0 MEDICAL CARE POLICY

17.1. The University takes due care for the general health and wellbeing of each student. However, the
University shall not take responsibility of serious medical conditions arising out of ailments, sickness,
injuries, accidents, etc. Treatment for minor ailments and first aid is given in the University Primary
Medical Center. In case a student requires further medical attention, he/she will be immediately
transferred to the nearest local hospital and the same shall be informed to the parents who will take full
responsibility.
17.2. The University will take all precautions in providing minor first aid medical care within the University
Campus, and if deemed necessary inform the parent/legal guardian of the concerned student. The
University shall not be held responsible for any incident during the provision of this service. Further,
the University shall not be held responsible in cases of any medical exigencies such as accidents, which
may occur inside the campus, in sport's fields or in any other outdoor sports/ activities and journeys to
and from the University, including University Transport facility The University shall not be liable in
torts or any other Law for any accident injury or damage caused to a student due to any act or omission
or commission by the concerned student and/or if such injury or damage arises due to the concerned
student failing to adhere to prescribed safety norms or directions or instructions or failure to adhere to
the code of conduct prescribed.
17.3. The University has trained Nursing staff and an Ambulance facility.

18.0 PARKING FACILITY

18.1. The University provides limited parking space for the two-wheeler and four-wheeler vehicles of
students for which each student shall be issued a vehicle identity sticker from Administration Office of
the University. Any vehicle without the sticker shall not be permitted to enter the University campus.
18.2. The student must park their vehicles in the allocated parking zones. Every student using the parking
facility must comply with the parking and traffic rules that are displayed in the University Campus.
18.3. Students using two-wheelers must wear helmets while riding the vehicle. Students without helmets will
not be allowed to park their two-wheeler vehicles inside the campus.
18.4. Exceeding speed limits within the campus is strictly prohibited.
18.5. Any violation of these rules will result in the parking facility being withdrawn from the student.

19.0 UNIVERSITY TRANSPORT POLICY

The University has its own transport facilities and provides pick up and drop facilities on certain pre-
fixed routes to the students, faculty members and staff.
19.1. Students desirous of availing the University transport facility may apply for the Transport Facility of the
University and pay the prescribed University Transport Fee. The Transport Fee is paid as an annual fee
for the concerned Academic Year. A student who has not paid the Transport fee in full, shall not be

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 permitted to use the University Transport Facility.
19.2. Transport fees are neither refundable nor adjustable under any circumstances.
19.3. The student has to opt for the available pickup/drop point on the available pre-fixed route at the time of
applying for the transport facility.
19.4. The transport route and pick/drop points are planned considering the best benefit for the entire
community using the University Transport system. However, the final route and schedule are entirely at
the discretion of the University.
19.5. The Transport timings pick up and departure from University Campus are fixed and announced at the
beginning of each Academic Term.
19.6. Transportation routes and timings may be altered keeping in view its requirements during examination
and other special activities of the University.
19.7. Students will be issued Transport ID cards at the time of allocation of transport facility and must carry
the Transport ID card with them to prove identity, whenever required. Only authorized students are
permitted to travel with ID cards.
19.8. The Transport ID Cards are not transferable. Any student misusing the ID card shall be subject to
disciplinary action, which may include withdrawal of the transport facility for the errant student.
19.9. Intoxicants, Liquor, Tobacco, Explosive and/or weapons (knife etc.) cannot be kept /used by the
student. Any violation will result in disciplinary action including expulsion from the University.
19.10. Instructions and Rules for students using the University Transport/Bus:
a) All students using the University transport must be respectful to other commuters – faculty
and students, the bus driver and conductor/manager.
b) Only students with valid Transport ID Cards are permitted to use the University Transport. No
student shall invite friends and others to board the University Bus.
c) The students must be ready at the assigned bus stop at least five minutes before the bus is
scheduled to depart. The bus will not wait for students who are not present at the bus stop at
the assigned time.
d) A student must occupy the allotted / available seat only.
e) A student is not permitted to get down from the bus other than at the opted bus stops.
f) A student must follow the instructions of the bus driver, conductor and manager, if the
manager is inspecting the bus.
g) Students must not drop litter in the bus, or play loud music, or shout in the bus, or cause any
damage to any part of the bus.
19.11. A student indulging in any act of misbehavior with fellow passengers, faculty, staff or any transport
staff, and/or causing damage to the University Bus, shall be subject to stringent disciplinary action,
including forfeiture of the University Transport facility for the rest of the Academic Year.

20.0 UNIVERSITY HOSTEL POLICY

The University provides safe, convenient and comfortable Hostel facilities with a Hostel Mess at a very
affordable fee. Separate Hostels are provided for Boys and Girls. All hostellers must abide by the Hostel
Policy, Rules and Code of Conduct for Hostellers that will be given to all students admitted to the
University Hostels. The student (hosteller) and parent/legal guardian of the student shall give an
undertaking as prescribed by the Hostel Policy, Rules and Code of Conduct for Hostellers.

20.1. Admission to the Hostel is done on a first come first serve basis at the time of Admission to the

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 University. Hostel seat is normally allotted only for the Odd and Even Semesters. Students who need to
Hostel facility for the Summer Term must apply for the same and pay the prescribed Hostel Fee
applicable for the Summer Term as stipulated by the University.
20.2. Nomination of a local guardian is imperative for admission to the Hostel, and he/she should be
accessible to the Hostel Authorities for contact in times of emergency.
20.3. In case a student (hosteller) fails to maintain a minimum 75% attendance in all Courses registered, at
the end of the concerned Semester, the Hostel facility shall be withdrawn for the student. The concerned
student will not be provided the University Hostel facility for the next Semester/Academic Term.
20.4. The hostel facility shall be co terminus with the student pursuing a course of study at the University.

21.0 SPORTS POLICY

The University strongly encourages sports activities both indoor and outdoor games, to create a vibrant
sporting culture and provide competitive and friendly recreation for students to bring out the best among
the students in terms of physical fitness, “sportsman spirit” and camaraderie. The University has
sprawling facilities for several sports activities. To promote Sports, the University has a constituted a
Sports Council.
Sports Council:
The Sports Council is constituted as follows:

Chairperson – Vice Chancellor

Member Secretary – Director of Physical Education
Members – Deans of all Schools, Physical Education Instructors and a minimum of two students
representing each School

Several sporting events are organized throughout the Academic Year, which include the University
Sports Meet. Other special events and coaching programs may be conducted for interested students from
time to time.

22.0 THE COUNSELLING SERVICE

The Counselling Service is an initiative by Presidency University wherein a qualified and experienced
Counsellor/Psychologist will facilitate the student in a completely confidential setting:

a. To understand the difficulties she/he is experiencing;

b. Identify the cause for her/his current feelings;
c. Put into action SMART change;
d. Achieve her/his academic and personal potential.

The Objective is to provide a neutral base for students to speak about issues faced by them and realize
possible solutions to become emotionally resilient.

23.0 INTERNSHIP, PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE

The University has a dedicated Industry Interface and Placement Cell to provide assistance for Internship,
Professional Practice (as applicable) and career Placements to all the eligible students. The students shall

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 strictly follow the rules and guidelines issued by the University from time to time to be eligible to avail
such facilities.

23.1. Every student must have a minimum of 75% or above attendance in all Courses in every
Semester/Academic Term to be eligible to avail the facilities offered by the Industry Interface and
Placement Cell.
23.2. The University shall not extend any Professional Practice or Placement support to students penalized in
Disciplinary cases.
23.3. The students are advised to refer the Program Regulations and Curriculum, 2017 pertaining to the
concerned Program of study for more details on the regulations governing Internship and Professional
Practice as applicable to the concerned Program of study.
23.4. The relevant Placement Rules and Guidelines will be issued to the pre-final year students of a Program
of study by the Placement Cell at the appropriate time.

24.0 ANTI RAGGING POLICY

Ragging is a cognizable offence and Presidency University will take strict action against offenders

24.1. Anti-Ragging Measures

Pursuant to the directives of the Honorable Supreme Court of India and in accordance with the
UGC Regulations, on curbing the Menace of Ragging in Higher Educational Institutions, 2009,
the University has constituted the Anti-Ragging Committee and Anti-Ragging Squads for
overseeing the strict and meticulous implementation of all the directives. The members of the
anti-ragging committee and anti-ragging squads along with their mobile numbers are being
displayed for the benefit of the students, especially the newly admitted students.

24.2. Definition of Ragging

"Any conduct by any student or students, whether by word spoken or written or by an act, which
has the effect of teasing, treating or handling with rudeness a fresher or any other student.
Exploiting the students from completing academic tasks and financial extortion. Any act of
physical abuse, including all its variants – sexual abuse, homosexual assaults, and stripping,
forcing obscene and lewd acts, gestures, causing bodily harm or any other danger to health of a
person. Any act that prevents disrupts or disturbs the regular academic activity of other students".

The University educates the students enrolled in various programs at the beginning of each
academic year about the Anti-Ragging Policy and zero tolerance for ragging at the University.

Each student, as well as his/her parents/ guardian, are mandatorily required to submit separate
undertakings in the form of an affidavit at the time of admission to the effect that they are aware
of the prohibition of ragging and the punishment prescribed both under penal laws as well as
under these regulations.

Anti-ragging hoardings, banners, billboards are displayed at prominent places in the University
campus, including hostels, canteens, messes, cafeterias, buses, playgrounds, lawns, labs, etc.

Surprise checks of hostels/canteens/cafeteria/bus stop are carried out regularly.

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 A close and regular liaison is maintained with the local police to guard against the incident of
ragging. FIR will be lodged in police station on all reported ragging cases.

Daily briefing of fresher's is carried out by counselors and coordinators.

An anti-ragging committee of the students is also formed.

In case any student encounters ragging by any of the senior students, he/she is immediately
required to contact the members of the anti-ragging committee, who will take an immediate
corrective action and necessary proceedings will be initiated against the culprits engaged in
ragging activities.

The constitution of the University Anti Ragging Committee is placed in Annexure – 1

24.3. Punishment for Ragging

a. Lodging FIR against offender.
b. Rigorous Imprisonment for up to 3 years (under court of law).
c. Fine up to Rs. 2, 50,000/-.
d. Expulsion from Presidency University and consequent debarring from admission to any
other institution.

25.0 POLICY FOR PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Presidency University is committed to creating and maintaining a community in which students and
employees can work together in an environment free of violence, harassment, exploitation, intimidation
and stress. This includes all forms of gender violence, sexual harassment and discrimination on the basis
of sex/gender or amongst the same sex members.

The University Policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment has been framed keeping the following
objectives in view:

25.1. To comply with the directives of the Honorable Supreme Court of India.
25.2. To establish an effective mechanism for the Prevention and Redressal of Sexual Harassment cases and
other acts of gender based violence at the University.
25.3. To create and foster an environment at the University that is completely free of sexual harassment in its
various forms and to generate public opinion against all forms of gender-based violence.
25.4. For the purpose of this policy, "Sexual Harassment" shall include, but will not be confined to the
following:
25.5. Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and/or verbal or physical conduct of a sexual
nature made, either explicitly or implicitly, in return for a term or condition of teaching/guidance,
employment, participation or evaluation of a person's engagement in any University activity;
25.6. When unwelcome sexual advances and/or verbal, non-verbal, or physical conduct such as loaded
comments, remarks or jokes, letters, phone calls or through e-mail or any other communication
mediums, gestures, showing of pornography, lurid stares, physical contact or molestation, stalking,
sounds or display of a derogatory nature, have the purpose or effect of interfering with an individual's
performance or of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment;
25.7. Forcible physical touch or molestation; Eve teasing, innuendos and taunts, physical confinement against
one's will and any other act to impinge upon one's privacy;

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 25.8. Any act or conduct of a person in authority and belonging to one sex which denies or would deny equal
opportunity in pursuit of education or career development, or otherwise making the environment at the
University hostile or intimidating to a person belonging to the other/same sex.
25.9. This Policy is applicable to all allegations of Sexual Harassment made by a student, against a student,
employee or third party, irrespective of whether Sexual Harassment is alleged to have taken place
within or outside the University premises.
25.10. The University has constituted a Committee for Prevention of Sexual Harassment to take cognizance of
complaints about sexual harassment, conduct enquiries, provide assistance and redressal to the victims,
recommend penalties and take action against the harasser, if necessary.
25.11. The disciplinary action shall be commensurate with the nature of the violation and could be in the form
of warning, suspension or even expulsion from the University.

The Constitution of the University Committee for Prevention of Sexual Harassment, its responsibilities and
procedures are placed in Annexure – 2.

26.0 PERMANENT FORM OF PERMISSION AND INDEMNITY

Explanatory Note to the Parents/Legal Guardian of the Student:

As part of the Program curriculum, your son/daughter/ward may have to travel on industrial internship,
tours and participate in similar curricular and extra-curricular programs which may involve activities,
industrial tours and other expeditions/tournaments organized by the University. The purpose and
necessity of this undertaking is to obtain permission from you to enable your son/daughter/ward to
participate in such activities stated above, and also, to indemnify the University in the event of
unforeseen loss of personal property, injury and accident to limb or life, that may befall your
son/daughter/ward. This, undertaking by the Parent(s)/Legal Guardian of the Student (PART E of the
Joint Affidavit described in Annexure – 4), is a one-time exercise and once the student and parent/legal
guardian have signed this form, the student will follow the instructions issued by the University from
time to time.

27.0 JOINT AFFIDAVIT BY THE STUDENT AND PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN

A notarized affidavit on a Rs. 50/- stamp paper, as per the PRO FORMA placed in Annexure – 4 is to be
submitted jointly by the Student and Parent/Legal Guardian to the Registrar, Presidency University.
This affidavit stands as an acknowledgment and a guarantee by the student and the parent that they have
read, understood and will adhere to all the University Regulations and the Student Handbook: Rules,
Policies and Code of Conduct for Students, and any amendment thereto and/or University Notifications
from time to time.

The Joint Affidavit consists of the following mandatory undertakings as required by the MHRD/UGC
and the University:

PART A: STUDENT’S INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTS

PART B: UNIVERSITY REGULATIONS AND STUDENT HANDBOOK: RULES, POLICIES AND
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS

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 PART C: UGC REGULATIONS ON CURBING THE MENACE OF RAGGING IN HIGHER
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS, 2009

PART D: PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT

PART E: PERMANENT FORM OF PERMISSION AND INDEMNITY

28.0 THE RIGHT TO INTERPRET, REVISE, MODIFY OR CHANGE

The University reserves the sole right to interpret, revise, modify or change all provisions contained in
this Student Handbook: Rules, Policies and Code and Conduct for Students. All Rules and Policies are
subject to review and periodic revision.

The Vice Chancellor is responsible for the final interpretation and will decide necessity for reviews,
interpretations or possible revisions of the Rules and Policies. All such changes, amendments and/or
additions shall be binding on all students during the total duration of the Program of study.

29.0 JURISDICTION

All disputes in matters related to the Student Handbook: Rules, Policies and Code and Conduct for
Students shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Bengaluru only.

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 ANNEXURE – 1

CONSTITUTION OF ANTI-RAGGING COMMITTEE

The committee shall comprise of:
1. Chairperson – Vice Chancellor,
2. Vice Chairperson – Pro Vice Chancellor,
3. Members – Deans of All Schools
4. Faculty Members – Six Members (Three Male Faculty and Three Female
Faculty)
5. Student Members – Eight Members (Four Male Students and Four Female
Students)
6. Secretary – Deputy Registrar

ANTI-RAGGING SQUAD

Anti-Ragging Squad (faculty) has the following composition:

1. Chairperson – Chief Warden

2. Members – Administrative Officer
Facility Manager
Nurse
Physical Instructor
Facility In-charge
Security In-charge
All Wardens

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 ANNEXURE – 2

CONSTITUTION OF THE UNIVERSITY COMMITTEE FOR PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT,

ITS RESPONSIBILITIES AND PROCEDURES.

The Constitution of the University Committee for Prevention of Sexual Harassment:

The committee shall comprise of:
1. Chairperson – Senior Lady Official Professor of the University.
2. Members – Two Lady Faculty Members.
3. External Member – One Lady Official from NGO.
4. Legal Expert – Faculty Member, School of Law.
5. Secretary – Senior Professor.

Responsibilities of the Committee:

The Committee members shall have the following functions, powers and responsibilities:

1. To create an academic and work environment that is free of sexual harassment or

gender-based discrimination;
2. Receive complaints received from any member of the University (including students, research scholars,
staff, hostel residents and outsiders in university premises) alleging sexual harassment by any other
member(s) of the University;
3. Take suo-moto cognizance of any act of sexual harassment or gender-based discrimination on the
University campus and/or facilities and to take further action in this regard;
4. Conduct formal inquiry and investigate and take decisions upon each complaint and recommend
appropriate action to be taken, by the appropriate authority, in each instance;
5. Ensure that all information pertaining either to complaints registered and the proceedings and findings of
any inquiries and/or investigations are kept strictly confidential;
6. Member Secretary of the Committee will maintain all records and minutes of all the meeting;
7. The university authorities and members of the committee shall maintain full confidentiality in respect of
the matters pertaining to the complaint.

Procedures:
1. The victim may make formal complaint in writing in the form of a letter / email /oral, preferably at the
earliest possible time about occurrence of the alleged incident.
2. The investigation shall at the earliest possible time upon receipt of the enquiry report in the university
authorities shall promptly act on the enquiry report.
3. In the event of any conflict the matter shall be referred to the Vice Chancellor whose decision on the
matter shall be final.

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 ANNEXURE – 3
(Refer Clause 9.6 of the Student Handbook)
PRO FORMA

Presidency University, Bengaluru

OUTPASS FOR STUDENTS

OUTPASS RULES:
a) Outpass is issued to the student to leave the University Campus during the University working hours to attend
to a medical or family exigency ONLY.
b) Outpass will be issued ONLY if the student is wearing the University Identity Card.
c) Outpass is approved on the condition that the student takes responsibility for the minimum requirement of
75% attendance in each course, to be eligible to appear in the final examination.
PART – I (To be retained by the Approving Officer)

Name of the Student: Program/Section:

Register Number:
Date: Time period for Outpass: FROM ______ am/pm TO ________ am/pm
Reason for Outpass: _______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
Parent’s Registered Mobile Number: ________________________________
Parent’s email id: _______________________________________________________
Signature of the Student:
For Medical Exigency Case: Signature of Staff Nurse
APPROVED / REJECTED Signature of Approving Officer and Name of Officer:

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Presidency University, Bengaluru

OUTPASS FOR STUDENTS

PART – II (To be submitted by the student to the Security Officer)

Name of the Student: Program/Section:
Register Number:
Date: Time period for Outpass: FROM ______ am/pm TO ________ am/pm
Signature of the Student:
Signature (with Seal) of Approving Officer and Name of Officer:

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 ANNEXURE – 4

(Refer Section 27.0 of the Student Handbook)

PRO FORMA

JOINT AFFIDAVIT BY STUDENT AND PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN

(To be undertaken jointly by the Student and Parent(s)/Legal Guardian of every student admitted to Presidency
University on a Rs. 50/- Stamp paper duly notarized and must be submitted to the Registrar, Presidency
University before DD/MM/YYYY)

I, Mr./Ms. …………………………………………………………………………………, son/daughter/ward of

<Name of Father / Mother /Legal Guardian, if both parents are not alive) …………………………………………
… ………… …………………………..........., and enrolled as a student at Presidency University, Bengaluru
with Identification Number ……………………………….; hereinafter referred to as STUDENT;
AND,
I, Mr./Ms. <…….…………………………………………………...Name of Father/Mother/Legal Guardian, if
both parents are not alive)>, father/mother/legal guardian of Mr./Ms.<Name of the Student
……………………………………………………….. >; hereinafter referred to as PARENT; do hereby jointly
affirm on this the ………. (day), of ……. (month), …… (year), the following:
PART A:
STUDENT INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTS
1. We, STUDENT and PARENT, hereby, declare that the information and mandatory documents provided
by me to the Presidency University at the time of Admission are accurate and true to the best of my
knowledge and belief, and based on records. We, further acknowledge that, the admission of the
STUDENT may be cancelled, at any stage, if the information provided by us are found to be incorrect
and/or fabricated, and/or eligibility conditions for admission to the Program of study are not substantiated
and proved by authentic documents.
2. We, STUDENT and PARENT, hereby undertake, to inform the University about any changes in
information regarding the communication address, mobile numbers of the STUDENT and PARENT
submitted by us to the University at the time of Admission or in any other University documents.

PART B:
UNIVERSITY REGULATIONS AND STUDENT HANDBOOK: RULES, POLICIES AND CODE OF
CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS

3. I, STUDENT, hereby declare that I have carefully read and fully understood the Academic Regulations,
Program Regulations and Curriculum Policies and Student Handbook: Rules, Polices and Code of
Conduct for Students. I hereby promise to abide by, and, adhere to all the University Regulations, Rules,
Policies and Code of Conduct prescribed therein.

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4. I, STUDENT will adhere to all University Notifications, Circulars and Rules issued by the University
from time to time.
5. I, STUDENT, hereby declare that, I shall be solely responsible for any kind of violation of the
undertakings and declarations that I have given herewith, and shall be liable for the penalties to the extent
of expulsion from the University.

PART C:
UGC REGULATIONS ON CURBING THE MENACE OF RAGGING IN HIGHER EDUCATIONAL
INSTITUTIONS, 2009
6. I, STUDENT, have accessed the copy of the UGC Regulations on Curbing the Menace of Ragging in
Higher Educational Institutions, 2009, posted on the website (www.presidencyuniversity.in) of Presidency
University, and have carefully read it and fully understood the law prohibiting ragging and the directions
of the Supreme Court and the Central/State Government in this regard.
7. I, STUDENT, hereby undertake that
(a.) I will not indulge in any behavior or act that may come under the definition of ragging.
(b.) I will not participate in or abet or propagate ragging in any form.
(c.) I will not hurt anyone physically or psychologically or cause any other harm.

8. I, STUDENT, hereby agree that if found guilty of any aspect of ragging, I may be punished as per the
provision of the UGC Regulations mentioned above and/or as per the law in force.
9. I, STUDENT, hereby affirm that I have not been expelled or debarred from admission by any institution.

PART D:
PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT

10. I, STUDENT have carefully read and fully understood the Policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment
(Section 24.0 of Student Handbook: Rules, Policies and Code of Conduct for Students)
11. I, STUDENT hereby undertake that I will not indulge in any behavior or act that may come under the
definition of Sexual Harassment.
12. I, STUDENT hereby agree that if found guilty of any aspect of Sexual Harassment, I may be punished as
per the provision of the Policy mentioned above and/or as per the law in force.

PART E:
PERMANENT FORM OF PERMISSION AND INDEMNITY

13. I, STUDENT, hereby declare that my participation in all the University activities such as travel on
industrial internship, tours and participation in similar curricular and extra-curricular programs which
may involve activities, industrial tours and other expeditions/tournaments organized by the University is
fully on my own will and in full agreement with the Permanent Form of Permission and Indemnity.

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 14. I, PARENT, hereby give my consent to my son/daughter/ward as named above, for participating in the co-
curricular and extra-curricular activities organized by the University and for joining/going on University
industrial tours, training, internship and placement related travel, excursions, expeditions, tournaments
and other outstation tours organized/approved by the University.
15. I, PARENT, hereby
(a.) agree to pay the University charges specified for the participation in such activities/tours and/or
as determined and demanded by the University;
(b.) agree to reimburse the cost of any equipment issued to my son/daughter/ward on such
tours/expeditions, if lost or damaged, as may be determined by the University;
(c.) indemnify Presidency University, Bengaluru and its Authorities and Officers, against any
accident to life or limb that may occur to my son/daughter/ward on such tours/expeditions and to
reimburse the cost of any medical expense arising out of such accident and/or my
son/daughter/ward’s sickness during such expeditions and tours; and,
(d.) undertake to absolve Presidency University, Bengaluru and its Authorities and Officers, from all
liabilities in case of any accident/mishap occurring to my son/daughter/ward in any such
expeditions and tours.

Signature of PARENT (Father/Mother/Legal Guardian) Signature of STUDENT

Name of Father/Mother/Legal Guardian Name of Student

Identification Number

Place:
Date:

Signature of witness 1.
Name of Witness 1.

Signature of witness 2.
Name of witness 2.

<NOTARIZED>

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