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Self Study Report of MANAV RACHNA UNIVERSITY

SELF STUDY REPORT


FOR

1st CYCLE OF ACCREDITATION

MANAV RACHNA UNIVERSITY


SECTOR-43, ARAVALI HILLS, DELHI-SURAJKUND ROAD, FARIDABAD
121004
www.mru.edu.in

SSR SUBMITTED DATE: 05-04-2023

Submitted To

NATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND ACCREDITATION COUNCIL

BANGALORE

April 2023

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.1 INTRODUCTION

Manav Rachna University is a leading State Private University (established vide Haryana State Legislature
Act No 26 of 2014 & under Section 2(f) of UGC Act 1956), and recognized by UGC, offering globally
relevant education. The University has evolved from Manav Rachna College of Engineering (MRCE), which
was established in the year 2004; a NAAC accredited ‘A’ Grade institution (2011-2016) with a Motto of
Creating Better Human Beings, who are globally competitive and socially responsible. In a span of seven
years with its striving vision and distinctive methodology Manav Rachna University (MRU) registered a
phenomenal growth in academics, student support & progression, research & innovation, community outreach,
leadership, governance and its responsibility towards the environment and sustainability. The QS I Gauge
Overall Diamond rating with Platinum rating in Academic Development & Employability and Diamond rating
in Teaching Learning process, Faculty Quality, Facilities and Social responsibility are a testimonial to a well-
established teaching and learning process guided by the global best practices and a culture of academic
excellence promoting research, innovation & entrepreneurship. MRU’s Institute Innovation Council
established in line with the initiative of the Ministry of Innovation Cell (MIC) of MHRD-AICTE has received
the 4 star rating continuously for the year 2019, 2020 & 2021.

University has 5 faculties (now schools) & 8 departments including Ph.D. which provide higher education in
the area of Engineering, Management & Commerce, Law, Education & Humanities and Sciences. The
Programs offered by these faculties are approved by respective statutory bodies like AICTE, NCTE, BCI, RCI
and other regulatory bodies.

The University believes in collaborative partnerships with industries, research and academic institutions to
augment educational environment and make the learning experience significant and contemporary. University
has collaborations with the leading Universities and Institutions both at the National and International levels for
delivering the best education to its students. It has signed MOUs with many industries for establishing Centre
of Excellence and as an Academic partner in the area of various programmes and courses for delivery.
Recommendations of NEP-2020 are taken into consideration and getting implemented by the university in letter
and spirit.

MRU believes that an institution that values the importance of creating positive impact on society, and
encourages its students to use their knowledge and skills to serve the greater good of mankind. All its processes
are student-centric and it prepares its students not only for a successful career, but also for a fulfilling and
meaningful life as responsible and virtuous citizens.

Vision

To educate students in frontier areas of knowledge enabling them to take up challenges as ethical and
responsible global citizens

Mission

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To impart outcome based holistic education


To disseminate education in frontier areas
To produce globally competitive, ethical and socially responsible human Resource
To produce human resource sensitive to issues of Environment and Sustainable Development
To develop Environment and Sustainable development as a thrust area of research and development.

1.2 Strength, Weakness, Opportunity and Challenges(SWOC)


Institutional Strength

University has evolved its academic, research and administrative processes in consultation with its
stakeholders which has led to transparency and excellence in its teaching-learning and research and
development ecosystem. University is offering multi-disciplinary courses with a focus on skills,
employability & entrepreneurship. The curriculum is thus recent, relevant and choice based with an
option to earn credits through MOOCs and other options like internships, innovation, etc.
Well-qualified, dedicated and experienced faculty with Ph. D. from premier institutions and are
contributing to research in their respective fields of specialization. Some of them have postdoctoral
experience as well.
Good Infrastructural Facilities are available at the Departmental Level. Classrooms are well equipped
with ICT tools like LCD, Video-conferencing etc. Well-equipped laboratories, Library resources with
remote access to e-resources, on-campus hostel facility, sports infrastructure and vibrant campus for the
all-round development of students.
University has collaborated with several Industries, Incubators and Academic Institutions nationally and
internationally for knowledge exchange, collaborative research, incubation, faculty & student trainings,
internships and placement opportunities.
Research & Innovation Clusters established in the area of Computing and Materials for Environmental
Sustainability. Students are encouraged to take part in innovations and supported financially for
research and development work.
Centre of Excellence are established in the area of Product Design and Development, Air Conditioning,
Peace & Sustainability, and Alternative Dispute Resolution.
Faridabad being an industry hub, the strong connect of the university with industries has generated a
good amount of fund through consultancy work.
Career Development Centre, Corporate Resource Centre and Student Facilitation Centre are active in
grooming the students for placement and providing any other assistance in University’s operations.
Campus placement is more than 60% and graduates of MRU are highly ranked by employers across the
country.
University has its commitment to developing socially responsible human resources, sensitive to issues
of Environment and Sustainability. University is thus involved in many extension activities through the
Centre for Peace & Sustainability.
Good work culture and congenial environment in the University provide academic freedom and
opportunities for the professional growth and development of all associates.
Student quality at the input level is improving continuously.

Institutional Weakness

Senior faculty needs to be recruited from academia and industry in many areas to strengthen research

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and innovation activities.


Student interaction with other institutions and industry is insufficient and has a scope of improvement.
Faculty-industry interaction needs some impetus. Industrial/field experience for both faculty and
students to be improved so that number of joint quality projects could be increased.
Limited Government Supported Research Projects are running as of now but there is definitely scope to
improve the outcome of research with funding support.
University Instrumentation Centre needs to be upgraded with more testing facilities
The quality of students needs to be improved further.

University does not have residential facility for faculty and research scholars.
Alumni potential has not been effectively utilized.

Institutional Opportunity

Given the diverse areas of expertise and experience of faculty, there are many opportunities to develop
new courses and research and innovation clusters. This can help attract new faculty and students at
PG/Ph.D. level.
There is a huge opportunity to utilize the expertise and position of our alumni to start collaborative
research and consultancy projects with industry and hence can prove vital for institute-industry linkage.
There is an opportunity to expand beyond traditional boundaries of teaching-learning by starting online
education programmes.
Develop as a Faculty Training Centre for at least North West India. With present resources including
expert faculty, hardware (servers, workstations, video conferencing equipment, and latest audio-visual
aids), software and skilled supporting staff, there is a great opportunity to take on consultancy projects
from various ministries, especially from within Haryana State.
Though students are getting placement still students can be better placed in more reputed MNCs.
Implementation of Student exchange programmes with other national and international
Institutes/Universities.
Enhancement of Institute-Industry interactions to run quality research and academic programmes
jointly. Increasing the quantity and quality of National & International publications.
Development of more interdisciplinary research facilities. More National & International collaborations
for summer training and placements. Establish collaborations with the industry for application-based R
& D work. More stress on Patent filing.
Designing of new course curriculum of PG Programmes based upon industrial need/relevance and
starting of a new industry-based and sponsored PG programmes. Many organizations at the national
/international level are looking for linkages and hence MRU can develop more such ties for mutual
benefit.

Institutional Challenge

The decline in the trend of admissions in engineering disciplines is a great threat and will be affecting
the resources available to the University.
The lack of availability of experienced quality faculty may restrict the expansion of the institute and
affect the quality of teaching-learning process and R&D work.
Unable to expand due to Shortage of Land and its high cost in the vicinity.
Rapidly changing technological needs of the industry require faculty and staff to remain abreast with

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these advancements.
Updation of labs is a challenge due to highly ever-evolving disruptive technologies.
The global economic crisis is putting a lot of pressure on the resources of the University.

1.3 CRITERIA WISE SUMMARY


Curricular Aspects

Manav Rachna University (MRU) offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. programmes in
various fields such as engineering, management, sciences, education, and law. The university follows the
Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) to provide students with flexibility in choosing their courses and
completing their credit requirements.

The university focuses on providing outcome-based education and has designed Programme Educational
Objectives (PEOs), Programme Outcomes (POs), Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs), and Course
Outcomes (COs) to achieve this goal. MRU has collaborated with industry partners such as Xebia, Quick
Heal, trans-Neurons, TrueChip, and ISDC to offer a curriculum that is up-to-date and relevant to the
industry's requirements.

MRU has established Centers of Excellence in collaboration with industry partners to provide students
with exposure to cutting-edge technologies and create a futuristic learning experience. The university is
committed to developing socially responsible and environmentally conscious human resources, and its
curriculum includes courses on human values, ethics, gender equality, environment, and sustainability.

The curriculum also includes courses aligned with life skills, professional skills and entrepreneurial
skills. MRU has a structured feedback mechanism that collects feedback from all stakeholders, including
students, faculty, alumni and employers. Based on the feedback received, the university revisits the
existing courses, introduces new courses in the latest trends and technologies and eliminates obsolete
courses after due deliberation in their respective Boards of Faculties and Studies.

To enhance students' skills and fill any gap further, MRU offers value-added courses during the
academic year. The university also mandates internships for students after every academic year to
provide them with practical exposure to the industry.

Teaching-learning and Evaluation

The University aims to develop its students into well-rounded individuals with 21st century graduate
attributes. By combining a rigorous curriculum with engaging and innovative teaching methods, MRU
helps students develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in whatever path they choose.

Strong emphasis is on experiential, participative and problem-based learning methodologies to create a


more engaging and relevant learning experience, applying theoretical concepts in practical situations,
working collaboratively with peers and solving real-world problems.

The use of agile classrooms, lab components, and mandatory workshops helps to facilitate hands-on
experience and exposure to real-world scenarios. Summer internships, industrial visits and training by

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experts have provided students with valuable industry experience, build industry contacts, and gain
practical skills and knowledge that can help to enhance their employability. MOOCs have provided
students with access to a wider range of courses and perspectives, while also encouraging self-directed
learning and digital literacy.

To cater to the needs of a diverse student body, students' learning needs are assessed to identify slow and
advanced learners. The mentoring system followed at MRU strictly supports identifying the learners'
learning requirements, making the delivery more inclusive, and taking corrective action.

University has shifted towards new horizons of ICT-based learning and is outfitted with cutting-edge
ICT amenities, including state-of-the-art classrooms, auditoriums, seminar halls with audio-visual
capabilities, smart boards and continuous internet connectivity.

The university has subscribed to MS teams for online class delivery, webinars and meetings. The
university has a local chapter of SWAYAM NPTEL, nodal center for Virtual Labs, has partnered with
LinkedIn Learning to help students build their profiles and choose their learning path for career
advancement.

University passionately works for up gradation of examination systems and procedures, following the
ordinances & regulations for transparency and reliability.

Comprehensive Cloud-based EMS provides an integrated solution to automated pre- and post-
examination phases. The University aligns Programme Outcomes (POs), Programme-Specific Outcomes
(PSOs) with Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs) and industry needs and programme scope.

Course Outcomes (COs) mapping, attainment and assessment with Programme Outcomes
(POs)/Programme-Specific Outcomes (PSOs) are computed to ensure that programme objectives and all
the stakeholder expectations are met.

Research, Innovations and Extension

As an emerging university, the university has updated the research policies, and research infrastructure
and has established the University Instrumentation Centre, Research Clusters, Centre of Excellence, E-
cell and IPR Cell. As per University policy, seed money is provided to faculty and students for research.

All the committees related to research activities and monitoring its quality like University Research
Council (URC), Ethical Committee, Departmental Research Committee (DRC), and committee for
evaluating the students' proposal for Credit transfer/ mapping as per NISP policy 2019, are in place and
actively engaged.

Faculty members have received research projects funded by the DST-SERB, Ministry of Environment,
Forest and Climate Change, ICSSR and HSSCS&T. International and National Conferences are
organized for research promotion and establishing collaboration for research activity.

During the last 5 years, University has supported 106 projects of faculties through seed money worth Rs.

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110.39 Lakh. Research Project grants worth Rs. 238.48 lakhs have been received during the last five
years from various funding bodies. University has received consultancy projects worth Rs. 204.40 for
carrying out research and corporate training.

Innovation and Incubation Centre in support of other Clusters and Cells of the University, has been able
to support 15 start-ups with grants of Rs. 2.5 lakhs each. During the last five years 28 patents were
published/granted with many awards and recognition won at various national and international
platforms.

Faculties' recognized at various National and International levels for their contribution to research are
given due credit by honoring them, monetary Incentive schemes, Social Media and university websites.
During the last 5 years, 496 Scopus indexed, 152 WoS and 150 other research papers have been
published. University has an overall Scopus h-index of 32. Currently, 225 scholars are actively engaged
in research, 50 Ph.D. scholars have been awarded the degree or defended their theses and 5 are
supported with a fellowship from the University under Teaching Cum-Research Assistantship (TRA)
scheme.

MRU supports the community through extension activities and programmes. The university has signed
MOUs with NGOs and OP Bhalla Foundation. Under Unnat Bharat Abhiyan and other social initiatives
like Blood Donation Camps, Cleanliness Drives, awareness on the Ban on the Use of Single Use Plastic,
Legal Aid Camps, Health & Wellness drives, Tree plantation, Voter awareness, Ek Mutthi Daan etc. are
organized.

Infrastructure and Learning Resources

The university has excellent facilities for teaching-learning that foster effective learning and help
students achieve their academic goals. University has set systems and procedures for the budget
allocation and utilization, optimum utilization and maintenance of academic, IT, sports and other
physical infrastructure. The university has a solid IT policy to ensure the safety of data and backups for
managing any emergencies that may arise.

There are eight teaching and administrative blocks (under CCTV surveillance) housing commodious and
air-conditioned 77 classrooms and seminar halls promoting a safe and collaborative learning
environment. The smart boards, LCD projectors, and Wi-Fi in all classrooms allow for easy access to
online resources to enhance student engagement. The well-equipped laboratories/workshops in
Engineering & Sciences, state-of-the-art Computer Labs, Centre of Excellence (CoEs), Research Clusters
and the University Instrumentation Centre provide ample opportunities for students to engage in
practical, hands-on learning and experimentation. All the necessary software and applications, cloud-
based EMS and high-speed internet connection ensure that students can access online resources without
interruption. For students to participate in co-curricular, and extra-curricular activities there is ample
infrastructure including spacious auditoriums, common rooms equipped with indoor games and
recreational facilities, a performing arts studio, ample spaces within and between adjacent blocks for
recreational activities, playing grounds and numerous sports equipment to aid a wide variety of games.
The university has gone beyond academics and has provided a range of facilities to support the well-
being and convenience of its students like multiple food courts and cafes, well-furnished hostels with a
multi-cuisine mess, clinic, transport facility, obstacle-free Divyangjan-friendly environment, daycare
facility, an accessible bank branch & ATM, access to bicycles for easy internal mobility and battery-

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operated vehicles etc. The university has a cutting-edge Library System network including three
Libraries and the Dr. O.P. Bhalla Learning Lounge for Ph.D. Scholars with access to e-journals and
other databases. The libraries are fully automated using cloud-based Koha Library Management
Software, digital library sections, access to Shodhgangotri and Shodhganga for uploading theses,
plagiarism software, provisions for people with disabilities like Sugamya Pustakalaya and Kibo Scanning
Device.

Student Support and Progression

The university believes in holistic education and developing well-rounded personnel. University has,
therefore, created the Manav Rachna Life Skills Programme for students to develop leadership skills,
work in teams through their participation in co- & extra-curricular activities.

Enough support is provided to meritorious and economically weaker students in terms of scholarships
and free ships under various schemes. Through its Career Development Center & Corporate Resource
Center, university facilitates students training on soft skills, and career guidance, preparing them for
higher studies and their readiness for placements.

The office of the DSW motivates the students to participate in various activities and provides all kinds of
assistance required. During the assessment period 43 events focusing on life skills have been organized
for the capacity enhancement of students.

Structured mechanisms are in place for Grievance Redressal, there are department-level and university-
level committees to look after any such matter. Grievance can be received in online or offline mode and
resolved in a time-bound manner. The Internal Complaint Committee and Sexual Harassment
Committees are active and work as per the norms of regulatory bodies.

University has its ordinance related to discipline, proctorial board, antiragging committees are in place
for “Zero Tolerance and Ragging Free” campus. Students' participation in cultural and sports activities
is promoted through its various clubs and societies that work closely under the Student Council.
University has organized more than 160 cultural & sports events during the last 5 years, with more
students participation during Covid-19 in the events organized in Virtual mode. There are more than 50
awards and recognition in inter-university cultural and sports events.

The alumni network is associated with the University through its alumni association and contributes to
the growth of the university not only through monetary contribution but also through its participation in
the Board of Studies, Career Counseling Sessions, mentoring and training etc.

University initiated its global alumni network in 2020 with 5 global chapters in London (UK), Dubai
(UAE), San Francisco (USA), Philadelphia (USA) and Toronto (Canada). The Alumni network of the
university has contributed the amount of 100.56 Lakh during this period for the organization's
development.

Governance, Leadership and Management

Effective leadership is reflected in various institutional practices such as decentralization and

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participative management. All the academic and administrative committees are constituted as per their
well-defined functions. All these officers consult with the Vice-Chancellor whenever necessary to discuss
academic, administrative, and developmental issues.

Governing body, Board of Management, Academic Council, Finance Committee, and Board of Studies
are in place and regular meetings are held. In addition to these bodies, other committees/cells like
grievance redressal committee, Internal Complaint Committee, Sexual Harassment Committee and other
committees about academic, research and student support are in place for smooth functioning of the
university.

The university has a Strategic Plan to provide a clear direction and framework for decision-making
while aligning its resources and efforts to achieve the strategic goals. University strives hard to achieve
these goals efficiently through departmental objectives.

University has adopted various welfare schemes for rewarding the faculty and staff for their contribution
to the organization like appreciation awards for the best performers, on campus daycare facility for their
kids, free ship for wards taking admission at Manav Rachna educational institutions, study leave,
financial assistance for memberships of professional bodies, attending conferences etc.. There is a
transparent appraisal system and promotion criteria defined for their career progression.

Faculty members regularly attend FDPs, refresher courses and register for NPTEL MOOC
certifications.

University has implemented E-governance in its administrative, academic, finance, admission and
examination processes through various platforms like I-Cloud EMS, Koha, Tally, Superset, Starlink.

University established its IQAC in 2017 to monitor the quality of academic delivery. Being a young
university, IQAC regularly conducts interdepartmental audits through its internal audit teams followed
by review meetings in the presence of external experts for continuous quality improvement. Library,
examination cell and accounts are being audited on a regular basis by a team of experts. All the efforts
have resulted in continuous quality improvement and is reflected through the QS I Gauge rating of the
University which has improved from Gold to Diamond with Platinum in Academic Development &
Employability and Diamond in Teaching Learning, Facilities, Faculty Quality & Social Responsibility.

Institutional Values and Best Practices

The university is committed to creating a safe and secure environment for women on campus, as well as
promoting sustainability and inclusivity. The fact that 60% of female employees hold prominent
academic and administrative positions is a positive indication that the university is committed to
promoting gender equality. The university has adopted alternate sources of energy including the
installation of solar panels on the rooftop, a biogas plant utilizing organic waste and motion sensors as a
measure of energy conservation, to name a few. The Institution has a comprehensive waste management
system in place that addresses the disposal of various types of waste, including solid, liquid, recyclable
and e-waste. The university has a solid waste management system for waste collection and segregation
and has signed MoUs with the relevant agencies for their disposal. The university's campus has a sewage

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treatment plant (STP) with a capacity of 200 KLD that treats the wastewater generated here. Sanitary
waste is managed with the help of sanitary waste incinerators located at various points. Various water
conservation measures employed include rainwater harvesting systems, construction of tanks and bunds,
borewell and wastewater recycling. The wastewater generated at the campus is treated at the STP. The
treated water is used for watering the plants resulting in zero discharge. Some of the other major
environmental initiatives adopted include the use of bicycles, pedestrian-friendly pathways, maintaining
green spaces, a ban on plastic use, community plantation and awareness drives.

By creating a barrier-free environment at MRU, it is ensured that everyone has equal access to all
facilities and services, which promotes inclusivity and by creating a divyang jan friendly campus.

The University has been implementing many best practices such as innovative and interactive teaching-
learning practices and customizing the curriculum that is unique to learners' needs. Many students have
benefited from these practices, resulting in their tremendous professional growth. The university is
distinct in terms of adopting sustainability and is therefore working consistently since its inception to
create action, awareness and research in this through its various courses, activities and Center for Peace
and Sustainability.

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2. PROFILE
2.1 BASIC INFORMATION
Name and Address of the University

Name MANAV RACHNA UNIVERSITY

Address Sector-43, Aravali Hills, Delhi-Surajkund Road,


Faridabad

City Faridabad

State Haryana

Pin 121004

Website www.mru.edu.in

Contacts for Communication

Designation Name Telephone with Mobile Fax Email


STD Code

Vice I.k. Bhat 0129-4268587 9811115064 - vc@mru.edu.in


Chancellor

IQAC / CIQA Meena 0129-4268628 9810101328 - director.iqac@mru.


coordinator Kapahi edu.in

Nature of University

Nature of University State Private University

Type of University

Type of University Unitary

Establishment Details

Establishment Date of the University 06-08-2014

Status Prior to Establishment,If applicable Affiliated College

Establishment Date 10-12-2003

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Recognition Details

Date of Recognition as a University by UGC or Any Other National Agency :

Under Section Date View Document

2f of UGC 06-08-2014 View Document

12B of UGC

University with Potential for Excellence

Is the University Recognised as a University with No


Potential for Excellence (UPE) by the UGC?

Location, Area and Activity of Campus

Campus Address Location* Campus Built up Program Date of Date of


Type Area in Area in mes Establishment Recognition
Acres sq.mts. Offered by
UGC/MHRD

Main Sector-4 Urban 10.43 37495 UG, PG


campus 3, and PhD
Aravali
Hills, D
elhi-Sur
ajkund
Road, F
aridabad

2.2 ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Furnish the Details of Colleges of University

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Type Of Colleges Numbers

Constituent Colleges 0

Affiliated Colleges 0

Colleges Under 2(f) 0

Colleges Under 2(f) and 12B 0

NAAC Accredited Colleges 0

Colleges with Potential for Excellence(UGC) 0

Autonomous Colleges 0

Colleges with Postgraduate Departments 0

Colleges with Research Departments 0

University Recognized Research Institutes/Centers 0

Is the University Offering any Programmes Recognised by any Statutory : Yes


Regulatory Authority (SRA)

SRA program Document

AICTE 113280_10566_1_1675162898.p
df

NCTE 113280_10566_4_1675162921.p
df

BCI 113280_10566_8_1674191968.p
df

RCI 113280_10566_19_1674192104.
pdf

Details Of Teaching & Non-Teaching Staff Of University

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Teaching Faculty

Professor Associate Professor Assistant Professor


Male Female Others Total Male Female Others Total Male Female Others Total

Sanctioned 23 42 97

Recruited 9 14 0 23 15 27 0 42 36 54 0 90

Yet to Recruit 0 0 7

On Contract 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Non-Teaching Staff

Male Female Others Total

Sanctioned 39

Recruited 15 21 0 36

Yet to Recruit 3

On Contract 0 0 0 0

Technical Staff

Male Female Others Total

Sanctioned 17

Recruited 12 1 0 13

Yet to Recruit 4

On Contract 0 0 0 0

Qualification Details of the Teaching Staff

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Permanent Teachers

Highest Professor Associate Professor Assistant Professor


Qualificatio
n

Male Female Others Male Female Others Male Female Others Total

D.sc/D.Litt/ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
LLD/DM/M
CH

Ph.D. 9 14 0 13 27 0 13 25 0 101

M.Phil. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 3

PG 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 22 28 52

UG 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Temporary Teachers

Highest Professor Associate Professor Assistant Professor


Qualificatio
n

Male Female Others Male Female Others Male Female Others Total

D.sc/D.Litt/ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
LLD/DM/M
CH

Ph.D. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

M.Phil. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

PG 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

UG 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

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Part Time Teachers

Highest Professor Associate Professor Assistant Professor


Qualificatio
n

Male Female Others Male Female Others Male Female Others Total

D.sc/D.Litt/ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
LLD/DM/M
CH

Ph.D. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

M.Phil. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

PG 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

UG 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Distinguished Academicians Appointed As

Male Female Others Total

Emeritus Professor 0 0 0 0

Adjunct Professor 0 0 0 0

Visiting Professor 0 1 0 1

Chairs Instituted by the University

Sl.No Name of the Name of the Chair Name of the Sponsor


Department Organisation/Agency

1 Mechanical Engineering Air Conditioning Inderjit Mehta


Constructions Pvt. Ltd.

2 Law Legislative studies FFV Services Pvt. Ltd.


Research

Provide the Following Details of Students Enrolled in the University During the Current Academic Year

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Programme From the State From Other NRI Students Foreign Total
Where States of India Students
University is
Located

UG Male 770 605 0 6 1381


Female 382 303 0 0 685
Others 0 0 0 0 0

PG Male 23 12 0 0 35
Female 39 14 0 0 53
Others 0 0 0 0 0

Doctoral (Ph.D) Male 36 40 0 0 76


Female 73 85 0 0 158
Others 0 0 0 0 0

Does the University offer any Integrated Programmes? No

Details of UGC Human Resource Development Centre, If applicable

Year of Establishment Nill

Number of UGC Orientation Programmes 0

Number of UGC Refresher Course 0

Number of University's own Programmes 0

Total Number of Programmes Conducted (last five 0


years)

2.3 EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENTS

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Department Name Upload Report

Computer Science And Technology View Document

Doctoral Program View Document

Education And Humanities View Document

Electronics And Communication Engineering View Document

Law View Document

Management And Commerce View Document

Mechanical Engineering View Document

Sciences View Document

Institutional preparedness for NEP

1. Multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary: MRU is Multidisciplinary University since its


inception and recognizes the importance of
multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary in providing
students with a comprehensive education that
prepares them for the challenges of the 21st century.
The university offers curriculum across all
programmes that integrates subjects across the arts,
humanities, science and technology in a way that
fosters creativity, critical thinking and problem
solving skills. It also encourages the development of
interdisciplinary programs that address the complex
and interconnected challenges facing society. Aiming
for the highest global standards in quality education,
Most of the programmes offered under the schools
offer courses not from their own domain but from
other domains as well. All the UG programmes are
offered with multidisciplinary approach by offering
courses from engineering, sciences and social science
domain in Applied Psychology, Sociology, Cyber
Law, IPR, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management,
Gender Equality etc. University has adopted Choice
based credit system and students have flexibility to
register for higher or lower number of credits in a
semester. The students have the option to earn
30-40% of their credits by registering for the courses
offered by other departments and completer their
credit requirement for the award of degree. Students
are motivated to take courses through MOOCs and
earn credit. Students can go for Major specialisations
& minor specialisations by earning 18-20 extra

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credits in their respective domain or allied areas as


per guidelines of regulatory body. Students get ample
opportunities to participate in various
activities/competitions/workshops that are organized
by different departments and enrich their learning
experience. It’s not just the curriculum; university
encourages multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary
research by setting up different centers to bring
together experts from different disciplines to work on
complex problems. For example Manav Rachna
Center for Peace and Sustainability provides a
platform for interdisciplinary work in the area of
sustainability. Similarly Entrepreneurship Cell and
Innovation and Incubation Center of the University
also aim to bring together innovators from different
domains and innovate to solve the complex problem.

2. Academic bank of credits (ABC): The Academic Bank of Credit (ABC) and the concept
of Multiple Entry Multiple Exit (MEME) being
introduced in NEP 2020 aim to create a system where
students can earn credits for their education at
different levels, which they can use to transfer or
continue their education in different program or
Institutions. University has registered for Academic
Bank of Credit and has getting its students also
registered for the same to open their account for
having the option for entering and leaving the
university at any stage and resuming back whenever
interested. The MEME system allows students to
enter and exit a program at multiple points, based on
their individual needs and circumstances, rather than
adhering to a traditional linear structure. University is
ready with the draft curriculum of the programmes as
per the requirement of MEME and waiting for the
guidelines for its implementation. For the
implementation of NEP, universities/ Institutes have
been asked to maintain a digital repository of credits
earned by the students. MRU has therefore registered
for National Academic Depository – Digital Locker
(NAD) System and NAD is in place since 16th
October, 2020 and 588 records have already been
processed and published on National Academic
Depository-Digital Locker (NAD-
https://nad.digilocker.gov.in/) till 16th February
2023. University keeps on organizing awareness
sessions with the students about Digi-Lockers during
the orientation program and also shares information
through display of posters and emails. University

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already has the well-established system and


procedures for accepting and admitting students from
other universities in the later semesters with credit
transfer for the courses already studied at other
universities.

3. Skill development: The NEP 2020 focuses on the integration of


education and industry and the integration of
vocational education into the mainstream education
system. In line with this, universities are expected to
play a key role in skilling and upskilling students and
preparing them for the workforce. Some of the
initiatives that MRU has taken to implement the
NEP’s skilling provisions are: Across all
programmes offered by the university, courses are
aligned with industry’s demand focusing on
employability, skill development & entrepreneurship.
Inputs from industry expert are taken into account
while designing the curriculum. University offers
specialized courses in emerging fields such as
artificial intelligence & machine Learning, Cyber
Security, Business Analytics, Smart manufacturing,
Robotics & Artificial Intelligence, Health Care
Management, to equip the students with skills that are
in high demand. There are many programmes being
offered in collaboration with Industry as one of the
Knowledge Partner. Industry supports in Faculty &
student trainings on cutting edge technologies,
internships support, live industry projects with
Industry Mentor. University has incorporated
internships into the curriculum of all the programmes
including Management programmes to provide
students with practical, hands-on experience in their
chosen field. University also offers many skill-based
value added courses in addition to regular courses to
up-skill the students with latest trends and
technologies. Skill development workshops and
training programs are also organized for students in
areas such as entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and
financial management. University has established
Innovation & Incubation Cell, Research Clusters,
Center of Excellences and Entrepreneurship cell for
students to innovate, participate in national &
International Level project competitions and
Hackathons.

4. Appropriate integration of Indian Knowledge The NEP 2020 envisions the integration of Indian
system (teaching in Indian Language, culture, using Knowledge system into the education system of
online course): India. The policy calls for the promotion of the study

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of indian languages, philosophy, art, culture and


history as well as integration of Indian knowledge
systems into the curriculum of various disciplines.
Universities play a crucial role in achieving this
objective being the primary institution responsible for
developing and disseminating knowledge. To
integrate Indian knowledge systems into the
curriculum, several steps have been taken by the
university. Indian Knowledge system totally reflects
in the name of the University “ Manav Rachna”
means “Creating Better Human beings”. University
has established Manav Rachna Center for Peace and
Sustainability (MRCPS) with an objective of
Education, Training, value inculcation, attitude
formation, research, policy making, collaboration and
networking in different aspects of Peace and
Sustainable Development. Under MRCPS, Peace and
sustainability students Club exists as University has a
strong faith in youth power and their conviction in
making a better world. Through this club Students
work for five verticals namely PARASHAKTI,
PRAKARSH, SAHRITA SAMRIDDHA AND
SADBHAV focusing on different SDGs. University
is also committed to promote Indian Traditional
Sports like Kho-Kho. University hosted the National
Kho-Kho coach Development Program, organised by
the Kho-Kho Federation of India in 2021. University
is in the process of developing few courses around
Indian Traditional Knowledge System.

5. Focus on Outcome based education (OBE): The New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizes
on Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and promotes a
student-centered and skills-based learning approach.
This shift in focus aims to prepare students for the
21st century and equip them with practical and
employable skills. Following are some of the ways by
which MRU is trying to do so: Competency-Based
Assessment: University is trying to move away from
traditional rote based learning towards the
assessments that test students’ practical skills and
abilities in real world scenario through project based
learning and case based learning methodologies. Skill
Development: University offers specialized courses
in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence &
machine Learning, Cyber Security, Business
Analytics, Smart manufacturing, Robotics &
Artificial Intelligence, Health Care Management, to
equip the students with skills that are in high demand

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and developing specific skills in students, such as


critical thinking, communication, problem-solving,
and digital literacy. Industry-Academia
Collaboration: University has collaborated with
industry partner to design programs that meet the
needs of the job market and help students gain
practical experience. Experiential Learning:
University is promoting hands-on, experiential
learning opportunities, such as internships, projects
and co-op programs, to help students apply their
knowledge in real-world situations. Multi-
Disciplinary Approaches: University has embraced a
multi-disciplinary approach to education, encourages
students to explore multiple subjects and develop a
well-rounded skill set. For all the programmes, the
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs), Program
Outcomes (POs), Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)
are well defined. For every course, Course Outcomes
(COs) as per levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy are
articulated and mapped with POs & PSOs. There is
well defined process for the computation of CO-
PO/PSO assessment and attainment. University is
making all possible efforts for the implementation of
Outcome Based Education.

6. Distance education/online education: The recent rise in epidemics and pandemics


necessitates that we are ready with alternative modes
of quality education whenever and wherever
traditional and in-person modes of education are not
possible. In this regard, the National Education
Policy 2020 recognizes the importance of leveraging
the advantages of technology. Manav Rachna being a
state private university established in 2015 is going
for the First Cycle of NAAC Accreditation and
applied for NIRF Ranking for the first time in 2022.
Therefore, University is not yet eligible to deliver
programmes through Distance Education or Online
Education. Faculty of the University is involved in
developing E Content for various platforms like e PG
Pathshalla, MOOC IT of IIT Kanpur, OERs for
UNESCO, Swayam, IGNOU etc.

Institutional Initiatives for Electoral Literacy

1. Whether Electoral Literacy Club (ELC) has been Yes, University has the club since 2017 and is
set up in the College? actively involved in creating awareness on the same.

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2. Whether students’ co-ordinator and co-ordinating Yes, University has appointed the student co-
faculty members are appointed by the College and ordinators & Coordinating Faculty members and
whether the ELCs are functional? Whether the ELCs ELC is functional and ELC’s are the representatives
are representative in character? in character.

3. What innovative programmes and initiatives There are many innovative programs and initiatives
undertaken by the ELCs? These may include that university Electoral literacy club has taken to
voluntary contribution by the students in electoral make students aware of voting and promote ethical
processes-participation in voter registration of voting practices. Few of the initiatives are shared
students and communities where they come from, below • Voter registration and educational drives:
assisting district election administration in conduct of Voter registration drives were initiated and organized
poll, voter awareness campaigns, promotion of in campus keeping local election commission as
ethical voting, enhancing participation of the under partner to provide information on the registration
privileged sections of society especially transgender, process and help students register to vote. Voter
commercial sex workers, disabled persons, senior education campaigns were organized to inform voters
citizens, etc. about the electoral process, candidates, and issues. •
Polling place volunteers: Generally, faculty members
volunteer as poll workers on Election Day to assist
district election administration in the conduct of
polls. This can include tasks such as setting up voting
booths, checking voter IDs, and handing out ballots.
• Outreach to underprivileged communities: The
students connected with Electoral literacy club work
with organizations that serve underprivileged
communities, such as transgender individuals,
commercial sex workers, disabled persons, and senior
citizens, and help them register to vote and provide
them with information on the electoral process.
Students conducted various awareness workshops
tailored to the specific needs of these communities. •
The students play a vital role in promoting voter
awareness and participation by engaging in these
types of initiatives and partnering with local election
commissions and other organizations to ensure that
everyone has the opportunity to exercise their right to
vote.

4. Any socially relevant projects/initiatives taken by The Electoral Literacy Club of the university is
College in electoral related issues especially research committed for promoting awareness and
projects, surveys, awareness drives, creating content, understanding of electoral processes and democratic
publications highlighting their contribution to values among their peers and the broader community.
advancing democratic values and participation in To achieve this goal, the club has planned out various
electoral processes, etc. student activities, including song competitions,
quizzes, speeches, and meme challenges, which are
designed to engage students in a fun and interactive
way. In addition to these activities, the club also
undertakes several socially relevant projects and
initiatives related to electoral issues. These include

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research projects and surveys, which aim to gather


data and insights on various aspects of the electoral
process, such as voter behaviour, preferences, and
attitudes towards political parties and candidates. The
club also organizes awareness drives to inform
students about their rights and responsibilities as
voters, as well as the importance of participating in
the electoral process. They create content and
publications, such as flyers, posters, and social media
posts, to disseminate this information to a wider
audience and to encourage greater civic engagement
among young people. Overall, the activities and
projects of the Electoral Literacy Club are aimed at
advancing democratic values and promoting greater
participation in electoral processes. By engaging
students in these activities and initiatives, the club
helps to build a more informed and engaged
citizenry, which is essential for the functioning of a
healthy democracy.

5. Extent of students above 18 years who are yet to be University makes all the possible efforts for the
enrolled as voters in the electoral roll and efforts by enrollment of eligible students as voters in the
ELCs as well as efforts by the College to electoral poll by organizing Camps and awareness
institutionalize mechanisms to register eligible drives. About 20 % students above 18 years are yet to
students as voters. be enrolled as voters in the electoral poll. University
has institutionalized the mechanism to register
eligible students as voters and therefore for any
election that is scheduled in the near future,
university organizes special awareness drive and
camp for student registration as voters.

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Extended Profile
1 Program
1.1

Number of programs offered year-wise for last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

23 23 22 20 19

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1.2

Number of departments offering academic programmes

Response: 8

2 Students
2.1

Number of students year-wise during last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

1859 1759 1891 1616 1103

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2.2

Number of outgoing / final year students year-wise during last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

427 404 457 268 32

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2.3

Number of students appeared in the University examination year-wise during the last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

1859 1759 1891 1616 1103

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2.4

Number of revaluation applications year-wise during the last 5 years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

7 9 11 12 10

3 Teachers
3.1

Number of courses in all programs year-wise during last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

992 950 851 764 585

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3.2

Number of full time teachers year-wise during the last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

139 127 124 107 106

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Number of sanctioned posts year-wise during last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

150 144 147 136 121

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4 Institution
4.1

Number of eligible applications received for admissions to all the programs year-wise during last five
years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

11238 9446 12055 9460 9501

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4.2

Number of seats earmarked for reserved category as per GOI/State Govt rule year-wise during last five
years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

216 206 214 223 209

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4.3

Total number of classrooms and seminar halls

Response: 77

4.4

Total number of computers in the campus for academic purpose

Response: 502

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4.5

Total Expenditure excluding salary year-wise during last five years ( INR in Lakhs)

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

2252.81 1927.62 2933.62 2250.81 2463.83

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4. Quality Indicator Framework(QIF)


Criterion 1 - Curricular Aspects

1.1 Curriculum Design and Development


1.1.1 Curricula developed and implemented have relevance to the local, national, regional and
global developmental needs which is reflected in Programme outcomes (POs), Programme Specific
Outcomes(PSOs) and Course Outcomes(COs) of the Programmes offered by the Institution.

Response:

Manav Rachna University has the right set of processes, systems, and structures in place to enable the
University to design and develop curriculum that sustains academic excellence. Each program has a well-
defined process for developing Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs), Programme Outcomes (POs),
Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs), and Course Outcomes (COs) that are in line with the university's
vision and mission and are relevant to local, regional, national, and global development needs.

The university solicits feedback from all stakeholders in order to improve curriculum design on a
continuous basis. The primary goal is to collect stakeholders' perceptions of the curriculum's effectiveness
in light of changes in society, industry, technology, and required skills. The LMS Portal is used to collect
feedback from all the stakeholders and is then discussed and deliberated in the department's academic
committee before being further analyzed using various methods such as content analysis, thematic analysis,
or statistical analysis to identify patterns and themes, and revisions are then proposed before the Board of
Studies (BoS). BoS develops a set of recommendations for revising the curriculum by the Board of
Faculty. Based on the discussions, the revisions are then presented to the Academic Council for
consideration of feasibility, impact, and alignment with institutional policies, before being approved for
implementation.The cycle of curriculum revision continues to ensure that the curriculum remains relevant
and effective over time.

The assessment of program outcomes is carried out in accordance with the University Outcome Based
Education (OBE) manual. The OBE manual allows to assess the efficacy of the programs and identify
areas for improvement. Proper program outcomes assessment implementation ensures that students achieve
the desired learning outcomes and acquire the necessary skills, knowledge, and competencies. PO/PSO/CO
achievement is calculated and discussed in Department Academic Committee meeting in order to take the
necessary action in accordance with the targets.

The addition of value-added courses can improve students' overall learning experience and help them
develop a well-rounded set of skills and prepare them for success in the workforce. Best teaching methods
and technologies are used to engage students and facilitate learning.

The curricula are designed with statutory bodies such as NCTE, BCI, and AICTE in mind. All program
curricula are flexible, with the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) offering a large selection of electives
and interdisciplinary courses from other departments. Offerings of industry-relevant specializations are
designed and developed with the needs of national and international industry ecosystems in mind.

To carry out the university's mission of producing human resources sensitive to environmental and
sustainable development issues, as well as developing environmental and sustainable development as a

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thrust area of research and development, a new approach to curriculum development has been adopted by
mapping SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). This can help students understand and engage with the
world's most pressing challenges, foster global citizenship, and promote sustainability. The Teacher
Education Programs are designed to meet the emerging needs articulated by UNESCO SDG 4, which aims
to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education as well as promote lifelong learning opportunities for
all.

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1.1.2 Percentage of Programmes where syllabus revision was carried out during the last five years.

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Response: 91.3

1.1.2.1 How many Programmes were revised out of total number of Programmes offered during the
last five years

Response: 21

1.1.2.2 Number of all Programmes offered by the institution during the last five years.

Response: 23

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1.1.3 Average percentage of courses having focus on employability/ entrepreneurship/ skill


development offered by the institution during the last five years

Response: 95.45

1.1.3.1 Number of courses having focus on employability/ entrepreneurship/ skill development year-wise
during the last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

958 913 819 748 529

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Programme/ Curriculum/ Syllabus of the courses View Document

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if any

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1.2 Academic Flexibility


1.2.1 Percentage of new courses introduced of the total number of courses across all programs
offered during the last five years.

Response: 80.04

1.2.1.1 How many new courses were introduced within the last five years.

Response: 1163

1.2.1.2 Number of courses offered by the institution across all programmes during the last five years.

Response: 1453

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1.2.2 Percentage of Programmes in which Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) / elective course
system has been implemented (Data for the latest completed academic year).

Response: 100

1.2.2.1 Number of Programmes in which CBCS / Elective course system implemented.

Response: 23

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meetings

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1.3 Curriculum Enrichment


1.3.1 Institution integrates crosscutting issues relevant to Professional Ethics ,Gender, Human
Values ,Environment and Sustainability into the Curriculum

Response:

Manav Rachna University's objective is to provide outcome-based holistic education in a range of subjects
to frontier areas and generate human resources sensitive to professional ethics, gender, human values, the
environment, and sustainability in the curriculum. The University's Manav Rachna Centre for Peace and
Sustainability (MRCPS) promotes the six Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of quality education,
climate action, peace, gender, health and hygiene, and affordable and clean energy through its activities
and research. The institution offers undergraduate and graduate courses in professional ethics, gender
studies, human values, environmental science, and sustainable development.The institution researches in
biodiversity, climate change, energy efficiency and waste, renewable energy, and sustainable development
in addition to its academic offerings. Students are helping increase environmental awareness in the
community. The university's courses and main issues-related activities are listed below:

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University also provides resources and support for women, including counselling services and workshops
on various topics related to women's rights and empowerment.

University has partnerships with various organizations and community groups to promote social
justice, equity, and inclusion. There are community engagement courses and programs that allow
students to work collaboratively with community partners to address real-world issues. MRU also
offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for students to get involved in community service and
give back to their communities.
MRU is committed to sustainability and reducing its environmental footprint through various
initiatives, such as recycling programs, energy-efficient buildings, and sustainable transportation

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options.

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Human Values and Professional Ethics into the
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1.3.2 Number of value-added courses for imparting transferable and life skills offered during last
five years.

Response: 104

1.3.2.1 How many new value-added courses are added within the last five years.

Response: 104

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1.3.3 Average Percentage of students enrolled in the courses under 1.3.2 above.

Response: 72.72

1.3.3.1 Number of students enrolled in value-added courses imparting transferable and life skills
offered year-wise during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

1317 995 1441 1325 860

1.3.4 Percentage of students undertaking field projects / research projects / internships (Data for
the latest completed academic year).

Response: 43.84

1.3.4.1 Number of students undertaking field projects or research projects or internships.

Response: 815

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1.4 Feedback System


1.4.1 Structured feedback for design and review of syllabus – semester-wise / year-wise is received
from 1) Students, 2) Teachers, 3) Employers, 4) Alumni

Response: A. All 4 of the above

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report as stated in the minutes of the Governing
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1.4.2 Feedback processes of the institution may be classified as follows:

Response: A. Feedback collected, analysed and action taken and feedback available on website

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Criterion 2 - Teaching-learning and Evaluation

2.1 Student Enrollment and Profile


2.1.1 Demand Ratio (Average of last five years)

Response: 12.1

2.1.1.1 Number of seats available year wise during the last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

863 823 858 892 837

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2.1.2 Average percentage of seats filled against reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, Divyangjan, etc.)
as per applicable reservation policy during the last five years (Excluding Supernumerary Seats)

Response: 92.95

2.1.2.1 Number of actual students admitted from the reserved categories year wise during last five
years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

204 190 198 210 191

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2.2 Catering to Student Diversity


2.2.1 The institution assesses the learning levels of the students and organises
special Programmes for advanced learners and slow learners

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Response:

For all programs, Manav Rachna University accepts applications via JEE, CLAT, GATE, or its own
MRNAT test. University students can be found in nearly every state. Because of the university's diverse
student body, the following safeguards are required:

Induction programs for new university students last three weeks. Throughout this time, students learn
about a variety of university academic policies. Students can participate in a variety of co-curricular and
extracurricular activities. By increasing their interaction with instructors and staff, they improve their
social skills and adjust to their new environment.

To ensure success, the university assesses students' learning needs at entry and throughout subsequent
semesters.

Slow and advanced learners are identified based on their class performances and any previous semester's
results.

Initiatives for Slow Learners:

Slow learners are given extra support and resources to overcome challenges and improve their
learning experience, and after continuous evaluation in the first semester, interventions are tailored
to their needs and class performance. Faculty also tutor and support them individually or in small
groups.
Slow learners receive one-on-one remedial workshops and problem-solving sessions.
The university's learning management system, I-Cloud EMS, stores presentations, notes, and e-
books for easy access (LMS).
Classes and leisure time stimulate peer-group learning.
Mentors actively monitor performance, and students can re-register in a course to request a grade
improvement. University academic regulations allow students to work at their own speed and earn
fewer or more credits.

Initiatives for Advance Learners:

The University invites students to attend courses from a foreign university or an institute of
academic/research reputation with whom it has worked and earn few credits.
Independent study, advanced coursework, research projects, and mentorship from teachers or
specialists in their field push students to attain their full potential and thrive.
Students can enroll in MOOCs for elective credit or to earn more credits toward an honors or
specialized degree.
Honors students can complete final year projects in industry.
Promoting student clubs/chapters and competitive activities
The university incubator center allows students to develop and compete.
Policy encourages student participation in prototyping, innovation, and businesses.
Career Development Center and Corporate Resource Center help university connect with industry
for placement drives and interview training.
Research clusters engage students in transdisciplinary initiatives and research.

The aggregated report on advanced and slow learner initiatives is evaluated and analysed for further action.

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2.2.2 Student - Full time teacher ratio (Data for the latest completed academic year)

Response: 13:1

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2.3 Teaching- Learning Process


2.3.1 Student centric methods, such as experiential learning, participative learning and problem
solving methodologies are used for enhancing learning experiences

Response:

MRU's curricula ensure that students are well-rounded, ready to apply concepts in practice and examine
the results. The updated curriculum meets industry needs. Teaching and learning methods should
complement the curriculum to give students a well-rounded education. Collaborative, cooperative, role-
play, and project-based learning improve student engagement and learning outcomes.

Participative learning:

MRU's unique Agile Classrooms improve these pedagogies. Visual boards allow faculty to track
student progress and provide real-time feedback. This keeps students motivated and encourages
continued development.
Flipped classrooms, where students watch pre-recorded videos, books, or other multimedia content
before class, work well in Agile classrooms. Hence, class activities, group discussions, and problem-
solving exercises replace passive listening.
Webinars/Seminars/Colloquium presentations/Symposia are regularly held so students can interact
with experts.
Group projects develop critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, and interpersonal
skills.
Students receive real-world case studies. This encourages active participation, critical thinking,
decision-making, empathy, and perspective-taking.
Experimental learning
Workshop classes each semester enhance hands-on skills in lab-focused programs. Industry
professionals collaborate on some programs.
Project-Based Learning allows students to apply their knowledge and abilities to real-world
problems. Students cooperate, think critically, and solve problems using this method.
Students learn and apply course principles through community service projects.
Simulation and role-playing allow students to practice their knowledge and skills in a hypothetical
environment. This method is for legal, management, and education students.
All programs need industry training/internship and employability-focused courses.
Industrial visits are regularly organised.
Engineering Exploration for first-year B. Tech students, skill-based value added courses, Minor
projects, Major projects on social issues, and live industry projects provide them exposure to
multidisciplinary projects from the start.
Tutorials help technical students solve problems. Innovation & Incubation Center lets students
experiment and innovate.

Problem-solving learning

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Brainstorming is being promoted to generate creative solutions to a problem. Students work


together in small groups, sharing ideas and building on each other's suggestions.
The challenges are given in the form of quizzes, puzzles, or riddles that require critical thinking.
Student’s participation in hackathons promotes teamwork, collaboration, and problem solving and
communication skills.
Students are exposed to latest trends in the industry through Centre of excellences established in
collaboration with industry, expert lecture/workshop/ Alumni interaction industrial visits etc.
Continuous assessment through weekly quizzes, tests, extemporary, discussions, offering courses
through project-based learning enhances the students learning experience.
Mentoring students for research at UG level and guiding them to write review papers, articles and
publish/present their work in conferences & journals is a regular practice. A credit-based course on
research is thus made part of the curriculum.

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2.3.2 Teachers use ICT enabled tools including online resources for effective teaching and learning
process.

Response:

University has shifted towards new horizons of ICT-based learning, where a spectrum of teachers as
mentors, co-learners, and facilitators has emerged, while students are becoming more self-driven and
knowledge centric in order to be true 21st century learners. The campus is outfitted with cutting-edge ICT
amenities, including state-of-the-art classrooms, auditoriums, seminar halls with audio visual capabilities,
and continuous internet connectivity.

The I-Cloud ERP Portal is used for the campus management system. It is a comprehensive yet flexible
Education Management System that is compatible with a variety of devices and digitizes the teaching and
learning process via web and mobile applications.

From uploading timetables to attendance marking, course content uploading, conducting assessments,
student feedback, scheduling examinations, admit card generation, and result preparation by uploading
marks for all internal and end-term assessments and calculating CO-PO attainment for outcome-based
education, EMS supports all activities.

An institutional email account is given to each member of the Faculty, staff, and students. For the
smooth conduct of online classes, faculty members are provided with desktop/laptop computers and a real-
time document scanner.

As part of the MS Office 365 adoption program, the university has subscribed to MS teams for online class
delivery, webinars, meetings, and assessments. MS Teams integrates with a number of other Microsoft
Office tools, including Microsoft Stream, Microsoft Wiki, Microsoft OneNote, and Microsoft Form.

The university has a local chapter of SWAYAM NPTEL and is a node center for Virtual Labs in
collaboration with IIT Delhi. The university has partnered with Linked-In Learning to help students build
their profiles and choose their learning path for career advancement.

Faculty are given academic freedom and encouragement to use innovative methods. Faculty use various e
resources from NPTEL, e PG pathshala, NITTTR, MOOCS, Coursera, and others to provide students with
an enhanced learning experience.

As flexibility and dynamism take over in Covid-19, flipped classrooms have become a reality and second
nature to online teaching-learning. Faculty use wikis and discussion boards to help students learn
collaboratively. Google Docs sharing and Microsoft 365 Word provide numerous options for collaborative
work.

Faculty, scholars, and students can use software like Urkund and Turnitin to check for plagiarism.

Wifi enabled library; interactive library portal; single window search solution provides 24X7 access to the
library's electronic resources via web-based library software.

Although live sessions are effective at engaging students, synchronous learning is a byproduct of the same
technique. Live session events such as webinars and expert talks are designed to encourage students to

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actively post and respond to one another within a set time frame.

Following Covid-19, ICT-based evaluation has become the new norm, with continuous comprehensive
evaluation conducted using Google Forms, Microsoft Forms, and the Assignment management tool of MS
Team, among other tools.

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Academic management system"

2.3.3 Ratio of students to mentor for academic and other related issues (Data for the latest completed
academic year )

Response: 17:1

2.3.3.1 Number of mentors ?????????????? ???????

Response: 112

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2.4 Teacher Profile and Quality


2.4.1 Average percentage of full time teachers against sanctioned posts during the last five years

Response: 86.3

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Head of HEI

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2.4.2 Average percentage of full time teachers with Ph.D./D.M/M.Ch./D.N.B


Superspeciality/D.Sc./D’Lit. year-wise during the last five years

Response: 53.56

2.4.2.1 Number of full time teachers with Ph. D. / D.M. / M.Ch. / D.N.B Superspeciality / D.Sc. /
D.Litt. year wise during the last five years

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2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

92 72 61 54 48

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M/M Ch/D N B Superspeciality/DSc/D Lit and
number of full time teachers for 5 years

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2.4.3 Average teaching experience of full time teachers in the same institution (Data for the latest
completed academic year in number of years)

Response: 5.44

2.4.3.1 Total experience of full-time teachers

Response: 756.16

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2.4.4 Average percentage of full time teachers who received awards, recognition, fellowships at State,
National, International level from Government/Govt. recognised bodies during the last five years

Response: 81.26

2.4.4.1 Number of full time teachers receiving awards from state /national /international level from
Government/Govt. recognized bodies year wise during the last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

41 13 10 16 18

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e-copies of award letters (scanned or soft copy) View Document

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2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms


2.5.1 Average number of days from the date of last semester-end/ year- end examination till the
declaration of results year-wise during the last five years

Response: 9.38

2.5.1.1 Number of days from the date of last semester-end/ year- end examination till the declaration
of results year wise during the last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

12.34 9.96 9.03 8.09 7.50

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2.5.2 Average percentage of student complaints/grievances about evaluation against total number
appeared in the examinations during the last five years

Response: 0.62

2.5.2.1 Number of complaints/grievances about evaluation year wise during the last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

7 9 11 12 10

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appeared year wise

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2.5.3 IT integration and reforms in the examination procedures and processes (continuous internal
assessment and end-semester assessment) have brought in considerable improvement in examination
management system of the institution

Response:

A transparent examination system at MRU that is characterized by precision, punctuality, and robustness is
a necessary condition for individual student academic growth as well as institutional integrity.

Continuous Internal Assessment

MRU's examination system has changed significantly. The weighting of exam components has changed.
Before, continuous evaluation, mid-term examination with two sessional examinations, and end-term
examinations were weighted 20%, 30%, and 50%, respectively. The new examination system boosted
continuous assessment weightage to 30%, cut mid-term examination weightage to 20%, and kept end-term
examination weightage at 50%. This change is meant to foster semester-long learning and assessment. This
improves academic achievement and reduces the stress of semester-end tests. The midterm exam is still
significant, but with less weightage, it should be less stressful for students.

Examination Procedure & IT Integration

University passionately works for up gradation of examination systems and procedures, following the
ordinances & regulations for transparency and its reliability. Important components of examination
procedure are:

Course Registration and eligibility to appear for exam (based on Attendance norms of the
University)
Setting up of Question Paper
Creating Date Sheet & Seating Plan
Conduct of Examination
Evaluation of Answer Sheets
Showing Answer Sheets/Open House
Result declaration
Grievances, if any

Exam answer sheets are graded within three days. Question-wise evaluation ensures consistency in multi-
faculty courses. Open house shows students answer sheets.

Integration of IT in the Examination Process

University has subscribed to a comprehensive cloud-based EMS which provides integrated solution

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to automated pre-examination and post examination phases.


A week before the start of semester, students register for the courses of them on ERP and can
register for higher or lower number of credits as desired. Head of the department gives the final
course approval.
Depending upon the attendance monitored through ERP, students admit card is automatically
generated with details of the subject he/she is eligible to appear for. Course wise list of students
eligible for the exam is made available to examination cell superintendents and list of detainees is
withdrawn from the ERP system.
Marks for all the formal and informal assessments are submitted on ERP through a standard
template for the compilation & declaration of result and calculation of direct attainment of Course
Outcomes.
Students have also access to their marks and internal assessment performance which helps to
maintain the transparency.
Open House after the evaluation lets students check for disparities in the total and unchecked
answers. Students benefit from ERP system Open Houses because they may voice their problems
and lodge grievances. ERP generates grade cards and uses absolute/relative grading algorithms
without operator intervention.

During Covid-19 period all the examinations were conducted online in a proctored manner through MS
teams & Google Meet Platforms.

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2.5.4 Status of automation of Examination division along with approved Examination Manual

Response: 100% automation of entire division & implementation of Examination Management System
(EMS)

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and Annual reports of examination including the
present status of automation

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2.6 Student Performance and Learning Outcomes


2.6.1 The institution has stated learning outcomes (generic and programme specific)/graduate
attributes which are integrated into the assessment process and widely publicized through the
website and other documents

Response:

In accordance with its vision and mission, MRU offers a wide range of academic programs with a focus on
outcome-based education. MRU foster critical thinking, creativity, and innovation for students to receive a
well-rounded education.

The vision, mission, and stakeholder interests guide the PEO design process. Every program has a Plan that
outlines its aims and student outcomes. These PEOs guide curriculum development and assure relevance
and stakeholder satisfaction.

The University aligns Program Outcomes (POs) or Program-Specific Outcomes (PSOs) with Program
Educational Objectives (PEOs) and industry needs and program scope. For Engineering programs,
POs/PSOs are established using NBA recommendations to ensure they are current and suit the needs of
students, faculty, industry, and society. PSOs also represent program goals and features. For Law
programs, BCI guidelines form POs, and NCTE act as reference for Education programs. UGC provided
draft POs for undergraduate and postgraduate in science and management are the reference for programs
offered by these departments. After careful consideration, departments have built POs to reflect their
desired graduate traits.

Course Outcomes (COs) should be mapped to Program Outcomes (POs)/Program-Specific Outcomes


(PSOs) to ensure that an institution's courses meet program objectives and stakeholder expectations,
including employers and society. Course coordinators collaborate with professors to provide measurable
Course-Outcome (CO) statements. Bloom's Taxonomy, which organizes learning outcomes, is used to
create CO statements. CO statements designed should be specific, quantifiable, achievable, relevant, and
time-bound by the course coordinators. COs mapping versus POs/PSOs highlights the correlation strength
(low-1, medium-2, high-3) of each PO/PSO with COs. This procedure determines how well COs match
POs/PSOs.

Assignments, mid-term and end-semester question papers, and tutorial sheets are designed to map to
Blooms Taxonomy and program COs. Considering COs and POs/PSOs' attainment levels, lab reports,
projects, training, internships, and other semester presentations are assessed.

Course, Program, and Program-Specific Outcomes are calculated using direct (80%) and indirect (20%)
assessment methodologies. Faculty pre-defines CO-PO attainment targets and generates an analysis report
based on consolidated findings from continuous internal assessment and end-semester outcomes to
determine next steps.

The Department Academic Committee consolidates COs-POs/PSOs attainment, analyzes reports, and
proposes improvement actions under the Head of Department. To encourage the holistic development of
students, MRU offer Manav Rachna life skill points that are reflected in their transcripts. The awarding
of life skill points promotes the holistic development of students. By encouraging students to engage in a
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both personal and professional life.

The manner in which communication is carried out with each of the stakeholders is explained in the table
below:

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2.6.2 Attainment of Programme outcomes, Programme specific outcomes and course outcomes are
evaluated by the institution

Response:

The MRU OBE manual details the procedures to be followed, and the action taken report method is
elaborated in detail.

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The University's grading system previously weighted different forms of examinations. This approach
assigned 20% to continuous evaluations, 30% to midterms, and 50% to finals. Recently, the university
altered this weightage method and the continuous assessments now count 30% of the final grade, Midterm
assessments 20% of the total mark, while end-term assessments are still 50%. This weightages change
means continuous assessments will now count more toward students' final grades. So, students must
consistently engage and perform throughout the course rather than depending exclusively on Mid-term and
End-term examinations. The change emphasizes upon regular course engagement and a more holistic
learning approach.

As per OBE, there are two levels of computing the outcomes and assessments. First is course-level COs
assessment and accomplishment. Second level is on the degree completion, where POs/PSOs are assessed
and achievement is analysed. Direct (80% weightage) and indirect (20% weightage) assessment tools are
utilized to collect data for COs and POs/PSOs attainment computation.

Direct assessment tools, which make up 80% of the weightage, are used to evaluate a student's
performance through assessment and after attainment of COs. Indirect assessment tools, which make up
20%, are gathered through feedback from students or stakeholders about their experiences or perceptions
of the educational program to determine its effectiveness and areas for improvement.

The institution examines data to establish PO compliance after reviewing COs and POs/PSOs. If program
outcomes are accomplished, upcoming students are given equal or slightly higher standards to keep
learning. If POs are not reached, the University analyzes areas for improvement and determines what
activities are needed to improve Program quality. This may require changing the curriculum, teaching
methodologies, student support programs, or assessment systems.

The formal and informal assessment weights for each CO are shared by all course coordinators. For all the
lab courses, projects, industrial training, etc. Course Rubrics are used to evaluate student performance for
COs and POs/PSOs attainment analysis.

Students' score for every question and its subpart are used to calculate direct accomplishment. All the
questions mapping a given CO are clubbed together and threshold targets are defined for each CO
statement. Direct CO attainment is computed against these set of questions by counting students scoring
above threshold and dividing by total number of students.

Average CO is then computed for the course by taking average of all the course outcomes for that
particular course. Course exit surveys determine indirect attainment. COs attainment is 0.8*Direct
attainment + 0.2*Indirect attainment. Course outcome attainment targets are based on three-year average
performance levels. COs achievement are compared to set goals for further actions.

For any course Ci, the course-wise direct attainment of mapped PO/PSO is computed by multiplying the
attainment value of mapped course result by the affinity-level (1 for substantial mapping, 0.66 for
moderately mapped and 0.33 for slightly mapped).

More details are provided in OBE manual of MRU.

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2.6.3 Pass Percentage of students(Data for the latest completed academic year)

Response: 90.85

2.6.3.1 Total number of final year students who passed the examination conducted by Institution.

Response: 427

2.6.3.2 Total number of final year students who appeared for the examination conducted by the
Institution.

Response: 470

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2.7 Student Satisfaction Survey


2.7.1 Online student satisfaction survey regarding teaching learning process

Response: 3.81

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Criterion 3 - Research, Innovations and Extension

3.1 Promotion of Research and Facilities


3.1.1 The institution's Research facilities are frequently updated and there is a well defined policy
for promotion of research which is uploaded on the institutional website and implemented

Response:

The University Research Facilities and Policies are updated time to time and notified to all stakeholders for
implementation and details are uploaded on University website.

As an emerging university, MRU has undergone certain changes in research policies over a period of last
five years for the promotion of research by faculty members and students, incorporating ethical aspects,
patenting, and intramural grant as Seed Money etc.

MRU has made consistent efforts to upgrade its research infrastructure during last FIVE years with the
establishment of University Instrumentation Centre (UIC), Cluster, Centres of Excellence, and Cells in the
University. The university has a research promotion policy since 2014. Over time, it supported faculty and
student research, IPR, seed money etc and updated policy in 2022.

The University has established 05 Centers of Excellence namely Air Conditioning in support of Daikin
India Pvt. Ltd. (2017), Product Design and Development in support of Altair Engineering & Design Tech
(2019), Alternate Dispute Resolution (2019), Peace & Sustainability in support of IPRA (2019), and
Legislative Studies & Research (2020) to train students on the latest technologies. Research Computing
Cluster (RCC), E-Cell, IPR Cell and IIC are also created to support innovation incubation to solve inter-
disciplinary problems.

The University Instrumentation Centre (UIC) is being regularly upgraded to serve University and outside
researchers with sophisticated instrumentation facilities like GC-MS, DC-RF sputtering unit, FTIR with
ATR, UV-visible spectroscopy, Solar-simulator, Mini-Potentiostat, etc.

The following are the key achievements of implementing the research Policies over the last 05 years:-

The quality of research publication improved and evident from increase in h-index of University to
32 (2022) from 18 (2017).
Increased number of research publications in Scopus, Web of science, UGC Care & other indexed
databases are being testified from the rising citation indexed of the university.
15 startups are ongoing in the campus that are being mentored by the faculty members and have
received the grant of minimum 2.5 Lakh from the Incubators.
Research based courses introduced in the curriculum like Introduction to Research (ITR), Research
& Innovation-I, II, III in engineering disciplines and Scientific Research-I and II in Sciences
disciplines, the publication count by students has also seen an upward trend.
Faculty & students together have 28 patents published/granted to their credit.
50 Ph.D. scholars are either awarded the degree or defended their thesis. 225 scholars are active.
University teams have been the winner of Smart India Hackathon and represented India in
Singapore India Hackathon as well.
Research incentives and other recognitions are given to faculty members.

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Faculty Research project proposals are now getting approved for grants and in the last one year
three such proposals worth 75 Lakh have got the approval.

MRU has made incremental improvement in terms of h-index, research papers count, patents, and citations
are an impressive feat. University will continue to upgrade their existing facilities to cater the need of
students as per future skills for producing globally competitive, ethically and socially responsible human
resource.

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of Management related to research promotion policy
adoption

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research uploaded on website

3.1.2 The institution provides seed money to its teachers for research (average per year, INR in
Lakhs)

Response: 22.08

3.1.2.1 The amount of seed money provided by institution to its faculty year-wise during the last five
years (INR in lakhs).

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

12.96 17.20 23.21 20.58 36.44

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Finance Officer indicating seed money provided and
utilized

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3.1.3 Percentage of teachers receiving national / international fellowship / financial support by


various agencies for advanced studies / research during the last five years.

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Response: 25.37

3.1.3.1 The number of teachers who received national / international fellowship / financial support
by various agencies for advanced studies / research year-wise during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

88 35 2 12 16

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3.1.4 Number of JRFs, SRFs, Post Doctoral Fellows, Research Associates and other research fellows
enrolled in the institution during the last five years.

Response: 13

3.1.4.1 The Number of JRFs, SRFs, Post Doctoral Fellows, Research Associates and other research
fellows enrolled in the institution year-wise during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

8 0 1 2 2

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3.1.5 Institution has the following facilities to support research

1.Central Instrumentation Centre


2.Animal House/Green House
3. Museum
4.Media laboratory/Studios
5.Business Lab
6.Research/Statistical Databases
7.Mootcourt
8.Theatre

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9.Art Gallery
10.Any other facility to support research

Response: A. 4 or more of the above

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3.1.6 Percentage of departments with UGC-SAP, CAS, DST-FIST, DBT, ICSSR and other
recognitions by national and international agencies (Data for the latest completed academic year)

Response: 0

3.1.6.1 The Number of departments with UGC-SAP, CAS, DST-FIST , DBT, ICSSR and other
similar recognitions by national and international agencies.

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3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research


3.2.1 Extramural funding for Research (Grants sponsored by the non-government sources such as
industry, corporate houses, international bodies for research projects) endowments, Chairs in the
University during the last five years (INR in Lakhs).

Response: 238.48

3.2.1.1 Total Grants for research projects sponsored by the non-government sources such as
industry, corporate houses, international bodies, endowments, Chairs in the institution year-wise
during the last five years (INR in Lakhs).

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

150.00 44.33 0 19.15 25.00

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projects sponsored by non-government

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3.2.2 Grants for research projects sponsored by the government agencies during the last five years
(INR in Lakhs).

Response: 131.48

3.2.2.1 Total Grants for research projects sponsored by the government agencies year-wise during
the last five years (INR in Lakhs).

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

129 0 0 2.482 0

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projects sponsored by government

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3.2.3 Number of research projects per teacher funded by government and non-government agencies
during the last five years

Response: 9.96

3.2.3.1 Number of research projects funded by government and non-government agencies during
the last five years.

Response: 239

3.2.3.2 Number of full time teachers worked in the institution year-wise during the last five years..

Response: 120

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3.3 Innovation Ecosystem


3.3.1 Institution has created an eco system for innovations including Incubation centre and other
initiatives for creation and transfer of knowledge.

Response:

The University's Research and Innovation Ecosystem allows young minds to thrive in an academic setting.
This initiative aims to solve many social and industrial issues sustainably.

The University has dedicated labs and centers for experimental research and product development. These
labs support cutting-edge research and development with industry and knowledge partners. Students can
apply their theoretical knowledge and gain practical experience in the labs, which have the latest
technology and equipment for research and development.

On November 21, 2018, the Institution's Innovation Council (IIC) was established to promote University
entrepreneurship and innovation. The IIC has helped students compete in hackathons, pitch decks, and
industry projects. These events allow students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world problems,
innovate, and demonstrate creativity. IIC helps students access cutting-edge facilities and resources to
realize their ideas.

The Ministry of Education, Government of India, rated Manav Rachna University's Institution's Innovation
Council (IIC) 4-star for three years (2018–2021) and 3-star for 2022. The rating recognizes the university's
efforts to foster student and faculty innovation and entrepreneurship.

Student-run University's Entrepreneurship Cell helps aspiring entrepreneurs realize their goals and improve
society. The Entrepreneurship Cell helps enthusiastic students become successful entrepreneurs. The
Entrepreneurship Cell offers mentorship, training, and networking with industry experts and successful
entrepreneurs who can help students navigate the entrepreneurial journey. The Cell connects students with
investors, increasing their chances of success.

MRU Pre-Incubator works with AIC-IIT Delhi, BIMTECH, NSIC, NIESBUD, IID, and New Gen IEDC-
MRIIRS to improve student entrepreneurship. Collaborations help students commercialize their
innovations. As directed, the National Innovation and Startup Policy (NISP)-2019 has promoted
innovation. The University also allows students to earn credits for their innovative ideas. The policy
encourages students to become entrepreneurs and helps them launch successful startups.

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student and faculty research and innovation to solve computing science and inter-disciplinary problems.
Through live industry projects, the cluster gives students hands-on experience in advanced technologies
like Cyber Security, Machine Learning and Deep Learning, Block Chain Technology, Internet of Things
(IoT), Artificial Intelligence, Web and Mobile Application Development, and Game Development.

The University Intellectual Property Rights Policy governs Manav Rachna University's July 2018 IPR cell.
The cell educates university students and faculty about intellectual property rights (IPR).

The University promotes research and innovation through partnerships. The university has strong industry-
institute relationships with Altair and DesignTech Pvt. Ltd. for design software training, Daikin India Pvt.
Ltd. for air conditioning technology training, and MENTORx and Yung Minds for startup mentorship.

The University has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ICT Academy, a
Government of India initiative, to bridge the gap between academia and industry, promote faculty
development, skill development, joint research and publications, entrepreneurship development, and digital
empowerment.

Manav Rachna University students can learn from industry experts and practice new digital technologies
through the ICT Academy partnership. Training, workshops, and certification courses will improve
students' employability and prepare them for digital challenges.

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3.3.2 Number of workshops/seminars conducted on Research methodology, Intellectual Property


Rights (IPR),entrepreneurship, skill development during the last five years.

Response: 126

3.3.2.1 Total number of workshops/seminars conducted on Research methodology, Intellectual


Property Rights (IPR),entrepreneurship, skill development year-wise during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

35 26 27 22 16

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3.3.3 Number of awards / recognitions received for research/innovations by the institution / teachers
/ research scholars / students during the last five years.

Response: 128

3.3.3.1 Total number of awards / recognitions received for research / innovations won by institution /
teachers / research scholars / students year-wise during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

58 21 19 20 10

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3.4 Research Publications and Awards


3.4.1 The Institution ensures implementation of its stated Code of Ethics for research through the
following: 1. Inclusion of research ethics in the research methodology course work 2. Presence of
Ethics committee 3. Plagiarism check through software 4. Research Advisory Committee

Response: A. All of the above

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3.4.2 The institution provides incentives to teachers who receive state, national and international
recognitions/awards 1.Commendation and monetary incentive at a University function
2.Commendation and medal at a University function 3. Certificate of honor 4.Announcement in the
Newsletter / website

Response: A.. All of the above

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3.4.3 Number of Patents published / awarded during the last five years.

Response: 21

3.4.3.1 Total number of Patents published / awarded year-wise during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

18 3 0 0 0

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3.4.4 Number of Ph.D’s awarded per teacher during the last five years.

Response: 1.45

3.4.4.1 How many Ph.D’s are awarded within last five years.

Response: 29

3.4.4.2 Number of teachers recognized as guides during the last five years

Response: 20

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3.4.5 Number of research papers per teachers in the Journals notified on UGC website during the
last five years

Response: 3.16

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3.4.5.1 Number of research papers in the Journals notified on UGC website during the last five
years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

118 93 58 60 52

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3.4.6 Number of books and chapters in edited volumes/books published and papers published in
national/ international conference proceedings per teacher during last five years

Response: 0.9

3.4.6.1 Total number of books and chapters in edited volumes/books published and papers in
national/ international conference proceedings year-wise during last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

34 25 23 14 12

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3.4.7 E-content is developed by teachers :

1.For e-PG-Pathshala
2.For CEC (Under Graduate)
3.For SWAYAM
4.For other MOOCs platform
5.Any other Government Initiatives
6.For Institutional LMS

Response: A. Any 5 of the above

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3.4.8 Bibliometrics of the publications during the last five years based on average citation index in
Scopus/ Web of Science or PubMed

Response: 4.6

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3.5 Consultancy
3.5.1 Institution has a policy on consultancy including revenue sharing between the institution and
the individual and encourages its faculty to undertake consultancy.

Response:

MRU has expertise in various research and development areas to provide knowledge, trainings and
intellectual inputs which are of interest to the industry and other organisations. University thus notified its
consultancy policy in 2017 and amended in 2019.

University encourages its faculties to undertake personal consultancy testing projects and corporate
training. Rules regarding consultancy have been framed and revenue sharing general consultancy rules,
scope of consultancy offered and standard terms and conditions are included in Consultancy policy.

Consultancy services are offered to industries, service sector, Government department and other national

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and international areas in the expertise available in the University. The services are offered along the lines
of professional services. Consultancy Services cover varieties of activities such as Feasibility Studies,
Technological Assessment; Assessment of Design and Current manufacturing process; Material energy,
Environmental and manpower Audits, Product design and process Development, Software Development,
General Troubleshooting, Retrofitting exercises ,Intensive efforts for transfer of highly focused skill and
expertise to select groups in specific organizations, Vision and strategy statement so on. Testing and
evaluation services are offered in selected specialized areas. All types of consultancy services offered on
the basis of facilities available in the institute.

Following guidelines will be used for engaging in any consultancy job:

The total consultancy money earned by the Principal Investigator / individual or a team of faculty
members / staff will be distributed with the prior approval of the Vice Chancellor as per following
%age sharing criteria after deducting taxes from total amount of consultancy received:-

30% share of total consultancy amount without utilization of University resources and 40% share
with utilization of University resources as Overhead expenses to University.
70%/ 60% share of total consultancy money (as applicable) will be distributed among the faculty
members / staff as per the recommendation of Principal Investigator after deducting recurring
expenses including testing of samples, traveling allowances / daily allowances(TA/DA).
It’s not just the monetary benefit that faculty earns through consultancy, there is a provision to train
more faculty for consultancy work through capacity building workshops being organized in specific
domains.
All these efforts are being reviewed on regular basis in meetings chaired by Vice Chancellor and
senior functionaries.

Dean Research, which coordinates with various university units on occasion (VC office, Registrar Office,
Clusters, Research Groups, Labs, Dean Office, IPR cell etc.). Facilities set up in collaboration with
Industry, sophisticated instruments, regular up gradation of Lab infrastructure and equipment’s,
manufacturing workshops, and computing facilities, have made the journey easier. These recent measures
have increased confidence among university consultants and researchers. All these measures taken by the
university has resulted in delivering the consulting work in more organized and valued manner. Prestigious
industrial consultancies assignments are now getting credited to faculty members' account.

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3.5.2 Revenue generated from consultancy and corporate training during the last five years (INR in
Lakhs).

Response: 204.16

3.5.2.1 Total amount generated from consultancy and corporate training year-wise during the last
five years (INR in lakhs).

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

193.24 4.05 1.37 5.50 0

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3.6 Extension Activities


3.6.1 Extension activities in the neighbourhood community in terms of impact and sensitising
students to social issues and holistic development during the last five years.

Response:

MRU promotes social, cultural, and intellectual development in the neighborhood community through
extension activities and programs. CSR initiatives promote social responsibility, environmental
sustainability, and ethical behavior. MRU students work with Dr. O P Bhalla Foundation to promote
gender equality, reproductive justice, zero hunger, and healthcare by supporting initiatives that give women
and girls access to quality healthcare, education, and employment. The university has an MoU with the OP
Bhalla Foundation to collaborate on its initiatives.

Initiatives:

Unnat Bharat Abhiyan: MRU university's adoption of five villages under the MHRD's initiative is a
commendable effort to educate rural India. Students and faculty from the University teach these adopted
villages. Students visit these villages with Clan Chiefs to assess their needs and provide assistance. By
providing resources and knowledge, the initiative hopes to improve villages. Mega Plantation Drives,
Donation of Old Books, Notebooks, and School Uniforms for Government School Students, Legal Aid
Camps, Skill Development Workshops, and Expert Talks on Important Issues are organized by University
students. After growth and development, the University adopted five villages. It shows how education can
improve society.

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Blood Donation Camps: With Lions Club of Faridabad and Dr. O.P Bhalla Foundation, University hosts
annual blood donation camps. Manav Rachna Leo Club students under Lions Club of Faridabad organize
blood camps. Leo Club members are role models for their peers and the community by organizing blood
camps.

Collaborating with NGO’s: University students are increasingly working with NGOs like Prakashdeep
and Earth Saviors Foundation to help underprivileged students and elderly people. These organizations
have tirelessly provided food, clothing, and emotional support to those in need.

Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan: Local sanitation has been improved. The University has prioritized Old
Faridabad Railway Station and Shiv Mandir in Sainik Colony. University students and faculty visit these
communities and adopted villages to teach residents about basic cleaning. The university organizes rallies
and competitions to raise awareness of the dangers of single-use plastic and the need to reduce plastic use.

Legal Aid Camps: The District Legal Service Authority (DLSA) and Haryana Legal Service Authority
(HLSA) organize legal aid camps, including the Suraj Kund Mela (HLSA). Legal Aid Camps help people
from diverse backgrounds, including those without legal representation. Lawyers, law students, and legal
volunteers organize the camps to provide legal assistance to the needy.

Health & Wellness: Social awareness and aid programs are implemented. Marathon races and other
sporting events raise awareness of drug abuse, menstrual hygiene, and health at the university and beyond.
The university works with Datri to promote stem cell donation. University volunteers help Datri promote
stem cell donation and register donors. These efforts aid blood cancer patients who need stem cell
transplantation. To help rural women get sanitary napkins, the university distributes them.

Working for Humanity: The University hosts "Ek Muthi Daan" year-round. The event encourages faculty
and students to regularly donate a handful of rice or wheat to the needy. This encourages giving and helps
those in need of food.

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3.6.2 Number of awards received by the Institution, its teachers and students from Government
/Government recognised bodies in recognition of the extension activities carried out during the last
five years

Response: 155

3.6.2.1 Total number of awards and recognition received for extension activities from Government/
Government recognised bodies year-wise during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

78 18 51 5 3

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3.6.3 Number of extension and outreach programs conducted by the institution through NSS/NCC,
Government and Government recognised bodies during the last five years

Response: 123

3.6.3.1 Number of extension and outreach programs conducted by the institution those through
NSS/NCC, Government and Government recognised bodies during the last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

40 15 25 23 20

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3.6.4 Average percentage of students participating in extension activities listed at 3.6.3 above during
the last five years

Response: 88.06

3.6.4.1 Total number of students participating in extension activities listed at 3.6.3 above year-wise
during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

1801 1195 1678 1509 1030

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3.7 Collaboration
3.7.1 Number of Collaborative activities for research, Faculty exchange, Student exchange/
internship per year

Response: 95.8

3.7.1.1 Total number of Collaborative activities with other institutions / research establishment /
industry for research and academic development of faculty and students year-wise during the last
five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

300 67 45 46 21

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3.7.2 Number of functional MoUs with institutions/ industries in India and abroad for internship, on-
the-job training, project work, student / faculty exchange and collaborative research during the last
five years.

Response: 30

3.7.2.1 Number of functional MoUs with institutions/ industries in India and abroad for internship,
on-the-job training, project work, student / faculty exchange and collaborative research year-wise
during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

11 5 5 5 4

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Criterion 4 - Infrastructure and Learning Resources

4.1 Physical Facilities


4.1.1 The institution has adequate facilities for teaching - learning. viz., classrooms, laboratories,
computing equipment, etc.

Response:

Both the physical and the information technology infrastructures of MRU are of the highest quality. The
university has constantly pursued excellence in student development beyond academics.

Eight academic and administrative blocks have bathrooms and water coolers. The university's
infrastructure is perfect for teaching and studying. Commodious and air-conditioned 74 classrooms and
tutorial rooms allow more students to participate in each session, encouraging cooperation and discussion
while maintaining a comfortable temperature regardless of the weather, and supporting a healthy and
productive learning environment.

Three smart boards, and Wi-Fi & LCD projectors in all the classrooms allow for easy access to online
and multimedia resources to be used during lectures, enhancing the students' engagement and
understanding of the subject matter.

The university has 15+ laboratories/workshops in Engineering & Sciences to accommodate the lab
component in various courses.

The computing facilities in the university are as per the norms of statutory bodies. The system software
includes Windows Education Along with Upgrade, Win Svr CAL, Win SvrStd Core; and application
software includes Office 365 Suite, Quick Heal, SQL Server Standard Edition MATLAB, Adobe Creative
Cloud, and Altair Hyper Works to name a few.

There are 13 computer labs (including the Business Lab and Language Lab) equipped with a network of
computers connected to uninterrupted and secured internet with a bandwidth of 1 Gbps. The labs are
equipped with state-of-the-art technology - software and hardware, enabling students to learn and develop
their digital skills and apply their learning to real-world projects.

A centralized monitoring system enables the IT team to proactively detect, diagnose issues and resolve
issues. The institution has subscribed to a cloud-based Education Management System (EMS) from
iCloud EMS which provides an integrated solution to enhance and digitize the academic and administrative
processes.

The AV room in the Swami Vivekananda Library is equipped with audio-visual equipment often used
for presentations by students. The Swami Vivekananda Library and separate libraries for the School of
Law & School of Education (as per the requirements of BCI & NCTE) are a part of the university’s lavish
infrastructure. Separate spaces have been created as discussion rooms in the university designed to allow
students to collaborate and work together in a quiet and focused environment. The Centers of Excellence
(CoEs) in the university provide a hub for collaborative research, teaching and outreach activities. The
Center for Product Design and Development (CPDD) in the field of Smart Manufacturing and
Automation in collaboration with Altair Engineering Inc. and DesignTech System Ltd. has Altair Hyper

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Works with modules including HyperMesh Radioss, OptiStruct, Inspire and AcuSolve. The Centre of
Excellence in Air Conditioning in collaboration with Daikin strives to improve training in air
conditioning as per international standards. The CoE is equipped with vapor-compressor refrigeration test
rigs, auto-defrosting refrigerators, split air conditioner test rigs, window air conditioners including other
state-of-the-art equipment. Researchers, students, and staff can use DC and RF-magnetron Sputtering
System, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectroscopy, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer and FTIR at the University
Instrumentation Center (UIC) to characterize and analyze research samples.

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4.1.2 The institution has adequate facilities for cultural activities, yoga, games and sports (indoor &
outdoor); (gymnasium, yoga centre, auditorium, etc.,)

Response:

Manav Rachna University's unwavering commitment to the holistic development of its students has
enabled it to maintain outstanding facilities for athletic and cultural events in addition to its academic
infrastructure.

The university has separate common rooms for both boys (K block) and girls (K and N blocks) where
students from different academic programmes and cultures come together to socialize, study and
participate in various activities in a stress-free environment in an informal setting. Common rooms are
well-equipped with indoor games, and recreational facilities allowing students to unwind and relax after
a long day of studying. The dedicated Performing Art Studio (J Block) with a mirror on the wall provides
visual feedback to the students during their Yoga, dance practice and rehearsals for fests & competitions.
Apart from this, the architecture of the buildings allows ample spaces within and between adjacent blocks
for recreational activities.

MRU has capacious, splendid, centrally air-conditioned auditoriums (Mandala G Block and I Block)
equipped with requisite audio-visual facilities for organizing mega events and cultural programmes. The
Mandala auditorium has a capacity of accommodating nearly 400 persons which provides ample space to
organize various events on a mega scale.

The university has a high-class infrastructure for steering physical activities and competitions. It is
furnished with playing grounds and numerous sports equipment to aid a wide variety of games such as
cricket, football, basketball, volleyball and handball. The cricket ground is armed with floodlights and
has two well-maintained turf pitches of international standard. The university has a volleyball ground,
a well-built soccer ground and a basketball court located in front of boy’s hostel.

MRU expedites indoor sports activities in the indoor sports arena with the amenities of one badminton
court, billiards and three pool tables, and table tennis tables. A world-class shooting range (near girl’s
hostel) and centrally air-conditioned two shooting ranges of 10m each aid the shooting knack among

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students.

The outdoor and indoor gym facilities on the campus are designed to promote physical fitness and
wellness among the students, staff and faculty members. The special facility of an open gym is available
for all girls’ hostellers. The gym is equipped with all the necessary training gadgets and provides an
opportunity to exercise in the fresh air and natural surroundings. For the comfort of those who want to
work out in a controlled environment, the indoor facility equipped with a wide range of equipment, free
weights, treadmills such as cardio machines, functional training and exercise balls is available.

To motivate students to participate in co-curricular, technical, sports, cultural and outreach activities,
a provision of two dedicated clan periods every Thursday in a week is ensured. Under the guidance &
support of the Dean of Student Welfare (DSW), students are motivated to join the cultural and technical
societies as per their interest to hone their skills and participate in competitions during their first semester.

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4.1.3 Availability of general campus facilities and overall ambience

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Manav Rachna University's campus blends aesthetically with the lust green surroundings of the Aravalli
Hills. The contours have been used systematically and aesthetically to make the entire campus a well-
connected educational and recreational ground, as well as to allow students to breathe freely to relieve the
stress of work and academics. The modern interior design of the rooms, combined with appropriate
lighting and comfortable seating, creates a relaxing environment for the teaching-learning process. The
inclusion of windows in classrooms allows for plenty of natural light and scenic beauty, which inspires
creativity, reduces stress and promotes a productive learning environment.

The classrooms, tutorial rooms, seminar halls, discussion rooms, conference room and labs have AC
facilities to maintain a healthy and comfortable temperature, which is essential for the health and well-
being of students and faculty members.

The blocks departments are well-furnished with cabins for faculty members. The blocks have a pantry
facility with an office boy to assist them with tasks or errands.

The spaces outside the gates and along the sides of the blocks have been earmarked for green spaces and
parking lots.

Multiple food courts/cafes like Chai Garam near the blocks make it convenient for the students and faculty

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members to enjoy their favorite snacks and meals and socialize during special occasions. There are
separate hostels for boys and girls located on and off the campus. The hostellers get a furnished room with
an easy-to-access mess offering a variety of cuisines from different cultures that will give a homely
fondness while keeping hygiene in mind. A well-protected wall surrounds the campus to maintain
security. The security guards are available at all the university gates around the clock. The entire campus is
under CCTV surveillance which provides the campus with unquestionable security.

For students to work on projects, the Innovation Incubation Center (IIC), Research Clusters and Center of
Excellence in collaboration with industry have been set up. These initiatives help students develop their
ideas into viable projects, gain valuable experience and prepare for successful careers in their field.

A clinic and sick room facility has been created at the MR campus to treat health issues. For critical cases,
there is a tie-up with the Multispecialty Sarvodaya Hospital. An ambulance stays on the campus 24×7 to
ensure quick response in case of critical emergencies.

Designed utilizing the natural landscape, the campus has incorporated an obstacle-free Divyangjan-friendly
environment with a systematic facility of tactile paths, lifts, ramps and accessible washrooms.

The Bloomz, the free daycare facility, has been created for the children of the faculty and staff. The
university is well-connected; the students have an access to a reliable transport facility including public
transport as a convenient way to reach the university. Over and above, the facilities like a stationery shop
with a photocopying facility, PNB branch and bank ATM, access to bicycles and battery-operated vehicles
for easy internal mobility, dental and physiotherapy OPD and MR Community Radio Station RMR 107.8
have been created at the MR campus for all.

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4.1.4 Average percentage of expenditure for infrastructure augmentation excluding salary during
the last five years (INR in Lakhs)

Response: 21.85

4.1.4.1 Expenditure for infrastructure augmentation, excluding salary during the last five years (INR
in lakhs)

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

148.65 359.53 1089.22 421.39 694.02

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4.2 Library as a Learning Resource


4.2.1 Library is automated using Integrated Library Management System (ILMS) and has
digitisation facility

Response:

The university has a cutting-edge Library System network that includes the Swami Vivekananda
Library, as well as the Shri Ratan Lal Lahoti Memorial Law Library (School of Law), the Faculty of
Education Library (School of Education & Humanities), and the Dr. O.P. Bhalla Learning Lounge for
Ph.D. Scholars. The library has an air-conditioned user-friendly environment with a fully computerized
open-access system and a touchscreen kiosk for easy access and self-service options. As a new-age library,
it offers unrestricted access to information in a variety of formats and from a variety of sources, both in
print and digital formats. It has a rich knowledge base of over 1.6 lakh resources in digital formats
including ACM, McGrow-Hill, Knimbus eBooks Collection, National Digital Library, EBSCO Education
Full Text, J-Gate (J-Gate Engineering & Technology and Management & Social Sciences, SCC Online,
Lexis-Nexis, and DELNET Membership), Institutional Membership of DELNET (Developing Library
Network), and Sugamya Pustakalaya, as well as approximately 50 thousand print media.

AV room in the Swami Vivekananda Library is equipped with audio-visual equipment like a projector,
screen, light board and sound system, often used for lectures or presentations by students. The discussion
room in the library is often used for group study sessions, team meetings, or group projects.

All the libraries’ operations are fully automated using cloud-based Koha Open-Source Integrated Library
Management Software for its entire range of operations covering Acquisitions, Cataloguing, Circulation,
Serials Management, Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC), Administration, Flexible Reporting, and
Patron Management.

The digital library sections in all the libraries enable users to access the e-resources. The digital libraries
are accessible 24x7 within the campus through IP authentication. Beyond campus, the library facility is
accessible by remote access login facilitated by remote login software authenticated via official email IDs.

The library has the latest application of ICT tools like the web-based user interactive dynamic library portal
that provides user guides, my account, insta-alert service, Professional Research and Reference Services,
question banks, and an institutional repository. The library website is a single platform to access all library
resources both within the campus on Intranet and even from outside the campus on the Internet using the
dynamic library portal https://mru.edu.in/university/swami-vivekananda-library-and-resource-centre/.

Library has also signed MoU with Infilibnet to access Shodhgangotri and Shodhganga for uploading
short synopsis and theses. The availability of plagiarism software like Turnitin and Urkund helps in the

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easy detection and checking of plagiarism content in the synopsis, theses, reports and research
publications.

Accessible and inclusive Library: The library is inclusive and welcoming to people with disabilities, and
ensures that they have access to the resources and opportunities as other users. The library has
a subscription to Sugamya Pustakalaya. Sugamya Pustakalaya provides more than 6,53,234 e-books
catering to the needs of persons with visual impairments, learning and other print disabilities

Kibo Scanning Device, for students with special needs, helps to read & translate
printed/handwritten/digital text across 15+ languages in real-time via audio.

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4.2.2 Institution has access to the following: 1. e-journals 2. e-ShodhSindhu 3. Shodhganga


Membership 4. e-books 5. Databases 6. Remote access to e-resources

Response: A. Any 4 or more of the above

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4.2.3 Average annual expenditure for purchase of books/ e-books and subscription to journals/e-
journals during the last five years (INR in Lakhs)

Response: 25.68

4.2.3.1 Annual expenditure for the purchase of books and journals including e-journals year-wise during
last five years (INR in Lakhs)

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

27.74 17.48 32.63 24.65 25.88

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4.2.4 Percentage per day usage of library by teachers and students ( foot falls and login data for
online access) during the latest completed academic year

Response: 40.54

4.2.4.1 Number of teachers and students using library per day over last one year

Response: 810

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4.3 IT Infrastructure
4.3.1 Percentage of classrooms and seminar halls with ICT - enabled facilities such as LCD, smart
board, Wi-Fi/LAN, audio video recording facilities. (Data for the latest completed academic year)

Response: 100

4.3.1.1 Number of classrooms and seminar halls with ICT facilities

Response: 77

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4.3.2 Institution has an IT policy, makes appropriate budgetary provision and updates its IT
facilities including Wi-Fi facility

Response:

The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) unit at MRU has a dedicated team of tech experts.

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This team ensures that there are no server issues and that all faculty, administrative staff, and students can
easily access servers. The university has a solid IT policy in place to ensure the safety and security of data
generated, as well as backups for managing any emergencies that may arise. There are budgetary
provisions in place to update the university's IT infrastructure, including the Wi-Fi facility.

The IT policy includes the process of determining all IT software and hardware requirements from all
stakeholders, including administrative staff, libraries, Deans and Heads, followed by approval from
competent authorities for immediate procurement.

Any IT requirement raised by the department is discussed with the IT team for guidance and opinion so
that a product that is futuristic and useful in the long run can be finalized. Because the university has
different types of users, the network, devices, databases, and files created by users are all vulnerable to the
risk of losing data, damaging devices, stealing important information, and so on, and these threats come
from a variety of places. Data security is critical; so all software and applications that ensure data security
are deployed. MRU is a firm believer in anti-piracy, so all software and applications are obtained from
legitimate and OEM-approved vendors. Licenses are renewed on a regular basis in accordance with the
Environment Policy. MRU's agreement and collaboration with Microsoft to use only its licenses and avoid
piracy is an important component of this IT framework. Some of the software used are MATLAB, Adobe
Creative Cloud, Altair Hyper Works with modules including HyperMesh Radioss, OptiStruct, Inspire and
AcuSolve.

The IT branch's working format consists of zone-based IT Units reporting to the central unit led by the
Manager of IT and his associates. Where applicable, these units provide real-time maintenance support in
conjunction with outsourced AMC. Adequate funds are kept in the university budget to cover expenses
such as IT infrastructure, bandwidth costs, and so on. All teaching and administrative departments work on
hardware and software requirements well before the start of an academic year to consolidate the budgetary
estimate based on previous records and current market conditions for approval from the Vice Chancellor.
CCTV cameras monitor the physical security of the devices, computers, computing devices, and network
devices. For any technological-legal requirements, all CCTV-generated data is stored for 30 days.

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4.3.3 Student - Computer ratio (Data for the latest completed academic year)

Response: 4:1

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4.3.4 Available bandwidth of internet connection in the Institution (Leased line)

Response: A. ?1 GBPS

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4.3.5 Institution has the following Facilities for e-content development

1.Media centre
2.Audio visual centre
3.Lecture Capturing System(LCS)
4.Mixing equipments and softwares for editing

Response: A. All of the above

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4.4 Maintenance of Campus Infrastructure


4.4.1 Average percentage expenditure incurred on maintenance of physical facilities and academic
support facilities excluding salary component during the last five years

Response: 20.01

4.4.1.1 Expenditure incurred on maintenance of infrastructure (physical facilities and academic


support facilities) excluding salary component year-wise during the last five years (INR in lakhs)

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

396.09 334.62 512.24 571.71 548.60

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4.4.2 There are established systems and procedures for maintaining and utilizing physical, academic
and support facilities - laboratory, library, sports complex, computers, classrooms etc.

Response:

University has set systems and procedures for the optimum utilization and maintenance of academic, IT,
sports and other physical infrastructure.

Utilization and maintenance of academic infrastructure

1.Optimum utilization of all academic facilities, including classrooms, laboratories and workshops is
ensured through a well-designed timetable so that all courses are distributed evenly across the
available facilities. The time table coordinators from all the department work in collaboration
before the commencement of the academic session. The laboratory staff and technical assistants
look after the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of lab equipments and maintain stock registers.
The HoDs report to the administration periodically for all the maintenance works. Maintenance of
the equipment is conducted inhouse as per SOP or through Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC)
or outsourced to ensure that lab equipment is functional, safe, and optimally utilized.
2.Maintenance of IT infrastructure is mediated by a dedicated IT team under the purview of GM IT.
The office of GM IT has a separate IT policy to support the same. IT team ensures that all the
computer systems, projectors, Wi-Fi connectivity, DTH, CCTV and other IT infra of the campus
are functioning smoothly without any interruption in academic delivery.
3.Swami Vivekananda Library and Resource Centre along with (School of Law), Faculty of
Education Library (School of Education & Humanities) and Dr. O.P. Bhalla Learning
Lounge provide a wide range of resources for students and faculty to support their academic and
research needs. Library team upgrades and maintains the library resources. All the digital
resources, e-books, e-journals and databases are available 24X7 through the login credentials of all
students, faculty & staff. Library is open from 8 AM to 6 PM from Monday to Saturday for
physical access. The students have access to Dr. O.P. Bhalla Central library located at T Block
during the week from 8 AM to 8 PM and Sundays from 9 AM to 2 PM. Regular maintenance and
weeding of the books is done during vacations and lean period. Well-equipped AV room in the
Swami Vivekananda Library Swami Vivekananda Library, with AV facility and a light board is
often used for lectures or presentations by students. Discussion room in the library is used for team
meetings, group study sessions. All the libraries’ operations are fully automated using cloud-based
Koha Library Management Software for its entire range of operations covering Acquisitions,
Cataloguing, Circulation, Serials Management, Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC),
Administration, flexible reporting, Patron Management in KOHA (Cloud Based) Library
Management Software.

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Utilization and maintenance of other common facilities & sports infrastructure

1.Auditoriums and seminar halls are important facilities that serve multiple purposes and are
utilized for organizing conducting conferences and workshops, cultural events and lectures and
presentations providing a space for learning, sharing, and celebrating. These spaces are booked
through central team of Director Admin office for optimal utilization. To use these facilities, the
interested units send a formal request to the Estate Officer in the prescribed form. The
maintenance of hygiene and cleanliness of the entire campus including these facilities is managed
through the outsourced team of housekeeping under the guidance of Director Admin & Estate
Officer.
2.Under the guidance of Director Sports, Sports Officer ensures that all the sports related facilities
are regularly maintained and made available to students.
3.The Horticulture team ensures the maintenance and upkeep of greenery inside and outside all the
blocks. This team makes efforts to maintain the lawns, landscaping, plantation and sufficient tree
cover within the campus and prepares the gardens for seasonal flowers.
4.The Chief Hostel Warden is responsible for overseeing the operation of the hostels and ensuring
that they are well-maintained, equipped with all the essential modern facilities and safe for the
students. The Chief Warden coordinates with the food service provider/mess with the help of hostel
committee to ensure that the nutritional needs of the students are taken care of.
5.Well-trained staff under the guidance of AGM project looks after the operations and maintenance
of Gen-Sets, Tube wells, AC Plant, RO Plant, STP, Rain Harvesting, Transformers, maintenance of
other civil infrastructure, plumbing, furniture and fixtures, solar units, redevelopment of the offices
and instructional areas and help the other departments/offices in the regular maintenance and repair
works.

Online ticketing system has been developed for regular maintenance of physical resources as the need
arises. All the issues related to infrastructure are monitored and fixed in a time-bound manner.

Systematic disposal of the wastes of all types is done in the proper manner.

The entire campus is monitored through CCTVs and outsourced security staff deputed in each building.

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Criterion 5 - Student Support and Progression

5.1 Student Support


5.1.1 Average percentage of students benefited by scholarships and freeships provided by the
institution, Government and non-government agencies (NGOs) during the last five years (other than
the students receiving scholarships under the government schemes for reserved categories).

Response: 30.6

5.1.1.1 Number of students benefited by scholarships and free ships provided by the institution,
Government and non-government bodies, industries, individuals, philanthropists during the last five
years (other than students receiving scholarships under the government schemes for reserved
categories)

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

757 583 471 380 339

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5.1.2 Average percentage of students benefited by career counseling and guidance for competitive
examinations as offered by the Institution during the last five years.

Response: 85.42

5.1.2.1 Number of students benefitted by guidance for competitive examinations and career
counselling offered by the institution year wise during last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

1556 1581 1535 1387 954

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5.1.3 Following Capacity development and skills enhancement activities are organised for improving
students capability 1. Soft skills 2. Language and communication skills 3. Life skills (Yoga, physical
fitness, health and hygiene) 4. Awareness of trends in technology

Response: A. All of the above

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5.1.4 The institution adopts the following for redressal of student grievances including sexual
harassment and ragging cases 1. Implementation of guidelines of statutory/regulatory bodies
2. Organisation wide awareness and undertakings on policies with zero tolerance
3. Mechanisms for submission of online/offline students’ grievances
4. Timely redressal of the grievances through appropriate committees

Response: A. All of the above

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5.2 Student Progression


5.2.1 Average percentage of students qualifying in state/national/ international level examinations
during the last five years (eg: IIT-JAM/CLAT/ NET/SLET/GATE/ GMAT/CAT/GRE/ TOEFL/
Civil Services/State government examinations, etc.)

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Response: 94.95

5.2.1.1 Number of students qualifying in state/ national/ international level examinations (eg:
IIT/JAM/ NET/ SLET/ GATE/ GMAT/CAT/GRE/ TOEFL/ Civil Services/ State government
examinations, etc.)) year-wise during last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

54 36 9 5 1

5.2.1.2 Number of students appearing in state/ national/ international level examinations (eg:
IIT/JAM/ NET / SLET/ GATE/ GMAT/CAT,GRE/ TOEFL/ Civil Services/ State government
examinations) year-wise during last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

57 40 10 5 1

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5.2.2 Average percentage of placement of outgoing students during the last five years

Response: 61.36

5.2.2.1 Number of outgoing students placed year - wise during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

242 249 295 173 19

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5.2.3 Percentage of student progression to higher education (previous graduating batch).

Response: 20.37

5.2.3.1 Number of outgoing student progressing to higher education.

Response: 87

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5.3 Student Participation and Activities


5.3.1 Number of awards / medals won by students for outstanding performance in sports / cultural
activities at inter-university / state / national / international events (award for a team event should be
counted as one) during the last five years.

Response: 50

5.3.1.1 Number of awards/medals won by students for outstanding performance in sports / cultural
activities at inter-university / state / national / international events (award for a team event should be
counted as one) year - wise during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

8 10 13 11 8

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5.3.2 Presence of Student Council and its activities for institutional development and student welfare.

Response:

With our founder vision Dr O.P.Bhalla's in mind, Manav Rachna University has always focused on the
overall development and knowledge attained by its students.

An active Student Council exists, as does a strong representation of students in academic and
administrative bodies/committees, with the goal of instilling qualities of leadership and responsibility in
students.

The procedure for selecting student council members and assigning various roles and responsibilities is
predetermined. Based on their keen interest and leadership qualities, these selected members are assigned
roles in cultural, literary, sports, dramatic, and fashion societies. The Vice Chancellor grants final approval
to the student council after receiving proper notification from the registrar's office. Committees such as
IQAC, Student Grievance Redressal, Antiragging, and Academic Council, as well as student council, have
representation with the goal of increasing student involvement in various university activities.

Students can improve their leadership skills by participating in Council. Manav Rachna life skills
programme (MRLSP) is introduced to allow every student to earn points by participating in or organizing
extracurricular and co-curricular activities, developing projects, publishing research papers, or incubating a
startup and becoming a job provider rather than a job seeker. All MRLSP activities are organized by the
student council for the benefit of the student body.

Mentors and department heads meet with student council members from their respective departments to
ensure the system's efficiency and effectiveness in assessing teaching, learning, and supporting the
administrative services provided by the institution to students.

With the assistance of coordinators, the student council organizes and conducts events under its various
clubs in the categories of technical, CSR, and cultural (Dance, Music, Theater, Fine Arts, sports).
Clubs/Committees are platforms that provide students with numerous opportunities to express themselves
and shed their inhibitions through an enriching and engaging experience. The Student Council is involved
in organizing National International Days of Importance, Swachta Pakhwara, keeping the campus green,
annual cultural and technical fest, participation in Inter University Competitions/ Activities, Extension and
outreach activities, organizing workshops, competitions, sports activities, organizing Alumni meets under
the Alumni Association, Blood Donation Camps, Awareness drives, Legal Aid Camps, Plantation drives,

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and so on.

Student Facilitation Center holds regular meetings with these students to understand their concerns and to
involve them in University systems and processes.

Students are members of their respective department's Grievance Redressal Committee, where they can
share their concerns, make suggestions, and have their concerns addressed in a timely manner, if any.

Every semester, students participate in curriculum revision through the feedback mechanism.

Best practices from each institution are shared across the university to strengthen student platforms for
holistic development of all students.

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5.3.3 Average number of sports and cultural events / competitions organised by the institution per
year

Response: 32

5.3.3.1 Number of sports and cultural events / competitions organised by the institution year - wise
during the last five years.

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

24 71 25 28 12

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5.4 Alumni Engagement


5.4.1 The Alumni Association / Chapters (registered and functional) contributes significantly to the
development of the institution through financial and other support services.

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Response:

Manav Rachna University evolved from Manav Rachna College of Engineering (MRCE), an NAAC
accredited 'A' grade institution founded in 2004. Manav Rachna College of Engineering Alumni
Association (MRCEAA) was established in 2010 and is actively involved. A fresh application is filed with
the registry's office for Manav Rachna University Alumni Association.

The existing Alumni Association has an Alumni Base of 2500+ members including alumni of MRCE &
MRU. Every School has an alumni chapter to facilitate administrative contact.

1. Engineering School Chapter

2. Chapter of the School of Sciences

3. Chapter of the School of Management

4. Chapter of the School of Education

The school of law chapter was recently established, as the first batch of law students graduated in 2022.
Each Chapter has a Faculty Coordinator who helps to support and improve the alumni connection. These
chapters collaborate with the Central Alumni Coordinator to establish personal connections with alumni.

Meetings of the MRCEAA Executive Council are held on a regular basis, depending on the quorum, to
carry out initiatives for the benefit of the Alumni Network. The Executive Council is made up of members
of the Student Welfare Department, Faculty Coordinators, Department Heads, and Alumni. In accordance
with the Bye Laws of MRCEAA, all Executive Council meetings are coordinated by the Secretary of
Alumni Association under the chairmanship of the President, and Treasurer of Alumni Association.

Alumni chapters always strive to improve alumni connections by creating a networking platform for
alumni, organizing various events such as alumni meetups and expert talks, inviting alumni to Convocation
and Orientation programs, and other activities.

MRU Alumni provide financial support as well as expert guidance to the university by mentoring and
guiding students in their respective fields. Alumni who have started their own businesses or who hold
senior positions in their current organizations also help with student recruitment. All important events,
such as conferences, workshops, and public lectures, are shared with the alumni network in order for them
to participate. Alumni can also use campus facilities such as the library and sports facilities. They are also
invited to serve as jury members for various technical and non-technical competitions, to judge
Hackathons, and so on. Alumni are invited to lead the Academic Procession during university convocation
and to induct the graduating class into the alumni association. In the event that an alumni enrolls in higher
education, the university offers a scholarship/free ship program. Furthermore, alumni are frequently invited
to a variety of events such as:

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1) Alumni Discussions

2) Annual Alumni Gatherings

3) Alumni Meeting

4) Cultural Celebrations

5) Recruitment Drives

6) Freshman Orientation

7) Inauguration

8) Workshops for Skill Development

Alumni are a valuable resource to the university, serving on the Board of Studies of the department for
their contributions in curriculum revision and suggestions on the futuristic courses etc. They are critical in
closing the gap between academia and industry. The non-financial contribution of our Alumni is more
important than the financial contribution in achieving institutional goals.

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Criterion 6 - Governance, Leadership and Management

6.1 Institutional Vision and Leadership


6.1.1 The institution has a clearly stated vision and mission which are reflected in its academic and
administrative governance.

Response:

Vision:

To educate students in frontier areas of knowledge enabling them to take up challenges as ethical and
responsible global citizens

Mission:

•To impart outcome based holistic education

•To disseminate education in frontier areas

•To produce globally competitive, ethical and socially responsible human resources

•To produce human resources sensitive to issues of Environment and Sustainable Development

•To develop Environment and Sustainable development as a thrust area of research and development.

University governance demonstrates effective leadership in accordance with its vision and mission.
According to the University's Act and Statutes, the Vice Chancellor is the university's principal executive
and academic officer, who is assisted by the Pro Vice Chancellor, Deans of Schools, Deans of Students'
Welfare, Controller of Examination, Heads and other coordinators, and other support and technical staff.

As prescribed by the Act & Statutes, there are different authorities of the university such as Governing
Body, Board of Management and Academic Council. All authorities and officers have been appointed, and
their powers and duties are strictly defined by the statutes.

All authorities/statutory bodies meet on a regular basis to define development targets, provide direction,
and guidelines by integrating the academic and administrative components with the university's vision.

En-route for Vision:

• The diversity of courses offered by the university in CBCS mode in various domains, the pedagogy, the
option to register courses through MOOCs, and other related activities that can aid in the holistic
development of students and address the various needs of society all contribute to the achievement of the
University vision.

•The university places high importance on moral and ethical values. Tradition and value orientation are
also instilled in the institute's course on Universal Human Values and Life Skills. The university observes
special days such as Environment Day, International Yoga Day, and Constitution Day by organizing blood

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camps, visits to NGOs, legal aid camps, and numerous awareness drives as well as skill development
trainings in rural areas. The University welcomes freshmen to all UG, PG, and Doctoral programs with a
Hawan Ceremony to wish them a prosperous future. Through MoUs with industries, academia, and
research organizations, the university has created the right environment to provide students with a strong
foundation in the frontier areas of technology, managerial skills, and entrepreneurial acumen.

• University has an ecosystem for the promotion of research, innovation, and entrepreneurship through
various centers of excellence, Research Clusters, Institute Innovation Council, E-Cell, IPR Cell, and
delivery of specially designed courses that promote research and other related activities to produce human
resource sensitive to issues of Environment and Sustainable Development.

All of these efforts have resulted in the University receiving a prestigious QS I Gauge Diamond rating in
2022, with Platinum ratings in two categories: employability and academic development, and Diamond
ratings in four categories: teaching-learning, faculty quality, facilities, and social responsibility.

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6.1.2 The effective leadership is reflected in various institutional practices such as decentralization
and participative management.

Response:

Decentralization and participative management are two institutional practices that demonstrate effective
leadership. MRU empowers stakeholders to improve the quality of university services and the overall
effectiveness of the university system through decentralized and participatory management. The
organizational structure demonstrates how decentralized administrative processes have evolved at the
university. All academic and administrative committees are organized according to their specific functions.
This enables academic and administrative leadership to plan, monitor, and execute various activities at the
department and university levels. When necessary, these academics and officers meet with the Vice-
Chancellor to discuss academic, administrative, and developmental issues.

Decentralization and participatory management are two strong pillars of good governance that promote
healthy collaboration among various units. This mode of operation promotes leadership development at all
levels.

According to the Acts and Statutes, a Governing Body, Board of Management, Academic Council, Finance
Committee, Internal Quality Assurance Cell, and Board of Studies are in place, with faculty from all cadres
represented. Other committees/cells such as the grievance redressal committee (Faculty & Student), the
Internal Complaint Committee, the Women Cell and other committees pertaining to academic, research,
and student support are in place in addition to these bodies. The committee's composition is rotated on a
regular basis, and each committee has a fair representation of internal and external stakeholders( if there is
any statutory requirement) for their involvement in governance.

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In a brief case study on curriculum design and delivery as well as university budget preparation, a sample
case study of decentralization and participative management practice is presented.

University practices decentralization and participation of faculty, students, and other stakeholders such as
alumni and industry in curriculum design and delivery. New electives and value-added courses are
introduced, as well as course revisions, based on feedback from all stakeholders (students, alumni, faculty,
and employers). Because alumni and industry are members of the Board of Studies, they are involved in all
such discussions. Faculty members have the ability to create their own rubrics for course evaluation. These
course assessment plans prepared by courses coordinators are discussed in board of studies for its approval.
Such collaborative efforts by all stakeholders ensure that the curriculum delivered is up to date and
globally relevant.

The university prepares its budget with the participation of all departments and units. The office of
Registrar consults with departments about their funding needs for the upcoming fiscal year. These
requirements are compiled at each school and unit, while the overall budget is created centrally at the
university level. This budget is discussed in the Finance Committee meeting before being approved by the
Board of Management. The approved budget for the fiscal year is then communicated to all departments,
faculties, and sections to begin purchasing lab equipment/consumables/software/academic infra/library
resources, etc.

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6.2 Strategy Development and Deployment


6.2.1 The institutional Strategic plan is effectively deployed.

Response:

The university has a Strategic Plan in place to provide a clear direction and framework for decision making
while aligning its resources and efforts to achieve the strategic goals. Strategic Plan is deployed on
university website for effective implementation, participation of all stakeholders, and transparency.

Being a newly born institution, University initially prepared the four year Plan (2016-20) in Year August
2016 and set few targets for itself. By December 2019, as most of the targets were achieved, a ten-year
strategic plan (2020-2030) was submitted for the approval of Board. This Plan was created with the set of
Core Values in mind. The following principles guide the University:

1.Excellence, in teaching, learning, research and service


2.Innovation, through new research directions, programs and partnerships
3.Creativity, in exploring new ways to add to the body of knowledge
4.Collaborative and Experiential Learning, by sharing knowledge across traditional boundaries
5.Entrepreneurship

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6.Ethical Conduct
7.Social Responsibility
8.Diversity and Inclusion
9.Global Citizenship

The plan is to be reviewed every two years, and currently university is revisiting its set targets in order to
accelerate its future growth while also meeting the requirements of NEP 2020 and the National Curriculum
Credit framework.

The Example

University since its inception has envisioned strengthening its Research and Innovation culture. Thus
University targeted on improving its research & Innovation Infrastructure, having policies and procedures
in place for facilitating the same. University religiously worked in this direction and therefore established
an advanced Instrumentation Lab to boost the research work, Collaborated with various organizations and
Incubators for the promotion of entrepreneurship. Startup Policy as per NISP has been implemented for
the credit exchange against the startup initiative. All these efforts have resulted:

h-index of the University raised from 23 to 31


Increased number of publications in Scopus, Web of science & other indexed databases every Year
Till Jan 2020, university had only 13 Patents either published or granted whereas in last two years
20 more patents have got published and granted to the faculty members with more number of filing.
Innovation & Incubation cell has 14 ongoing startups that are being mentored by the faculty
members and have received the grant of minimum 2.5 Lakh from the Incubators University has
collaborated with.
Number of research scholars I Doctoral program have increased two folds in the span of two years
and many have graduated.
There is good number of UG & PG student participation in national and international conferences.
Many PG Students have been able to get into doctoral programs of Universities abroad due to their
good research exposure at MRU.
Students at UG Level have been winning the Hackathones and other competitions for their
innovations.
MRU Institute Innovation Council established in support of Ministry of Innovation Cell (MIC) of
MHRD-AICTE has been receiving 4 star rating for the last three years
More number of research project proposals are being submitted to various Government and other
organizations and in the last one year three such proposals worth 75 Lakh have got the approval.

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6.2.2 The functioning of the institutional bodies is effective and efficient as visible from policies,
administrative setup, appointment, service rules and procedures, etc.

Response:

For its effective and efficient operation, the University, which is governed by the University Act and
Statutes, has a clearly defined organizational hierarchy and structure. The Acts and Statutes detail the
composition of various statutory bodies, directions for the operation of various administrative bodies, and
policy frameworks required to achieve the university's goal of serving society..

The Governing Body (GB): The Governing Body is the supreme authority and apex decision making
body of the University for all the matters related to academic, administrative, financial and other
developments. This body also has the Government of Higher Education, Haryana nominee as one of the
member.

The Board of Management (BoM): The Board of Management is the chief executive body of the
university and work under the guidance of Governing Body and has the nominee from Government of
Higher Education, Haryana as one of the member. Vice Chancellor is the Chairperson of BoM.

The Academic Council (AC): The Academic Council being the principal academic body of the university
coordinates and exercise general supervision over the academic policies of the university as per the
provisions of Act, Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations or Rules of the University. This body is chaired by
Vice Chancellor and has faculty members from all the cadre as well as external experts from academia and
industry.

In addition to above committees, University has the Finance Committee responsible for the overall
financial planning. For every department there is Board of Studies to review and update the curriculum,
appointment of examiners/paper setters and deliberate on other academic issues of the department. Board
of Studies is routed through Board of Faculty for approval from The Academic Council.

All the policies, regulations, guidelines and procedure for the functioning of various committees like
Admission Committee, Anti-Ragging Committee, Research Advisory Committee etc. exists for the
implementation of quality initiatives.

All the efforts are made for the participation of faculty and administration at various levels and support in
the development of the university. Each School of the University is headed by the Dean. The department(s)
under School is headed by respective Head of the Department(s) and a self-governing,
participatory approach to decision- making is followed.

Appointments, Service Rules and Procedures

University has its Faculty appointments and promotion norms in place. There is a selection committee for
making recommendations to the BoM for appointment to the various positions as per the formally laid
down selection process like assessment of requirements, calling applications, screening the applications
and shortlisting candidates, scheduling interview, declaration of result to Issue of Appointment letter.

All the employees are made aware of the various rules like TA/DA Rules, Purchase Rules, Service Rules

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(roles and responsibilities, promotion policy, leave rules etc.), Issue of salary slips, salary deposit directly
in banks and upkeep of service record.

An online grievance redressal mechanism (Faculty & students) is operational on institution’s Education
Management System portal to raise their grievance. This automatically gets allocated to the set competent
authority for its timely redressal depending upon the nature of grievance.

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6.2.3 Institution Implements e-governance covering following areas of operation

1.Administration
2.Finance and Accounts
3.Student Admission and Support
4.Examination

Response: A. All of the above

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6.3 Faculty Empowerment Strategies


6.3.1 The institution has a performance appraisal system, promotional avenues and effective welfare
measures for teaching and non-teaching staff .

Response:

The Performance Based Appraisal Policy developed for employees is followed by the University and is
implemented in a transparent manner. The system is designed and implemented in such a way that it
provides valuable feedback and support for employee development while also aligning individual
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can lead to increased motivation and improved performance in all aspects of Teaching and Learning,
Research and Development, and other Administrative responsibilities in the future.

At the end of each academic year, faculty are asked to submit the Self-Performance Appraisal Proforma, in
which each faculty member fills out the self-appraisal form and submits it to their respective reporting
officer/ Head of the department/ Dean/ Director. All of the details are validated, and scores are calculated
to determine the incentive / increments. This also serves as a foundation for faculty members' advancement
and promotion to higher-level positions.

All original documents are forwarded to the Human Resources Office and placed in the faculty members'
personal files. The system is also reviewed in light of regulatory requirements and best practices from other
institutions.

A separate proforma is designed for non-teaching staff, taking into account their roles and responsibilities.
Non-teaching personnel are also evaluated on an annual basis. In the case of non-teaching staff, the
reporting officers' assessments are forwarded to the Registrar for final approval. For performance-based
promotions, the university uses the Career Advancement System (CAS).

MRU recognizes employees' contributions to the organization's development and progress and, as a result,
has established and offers numerous rewarding welfare schemes to faculty and staff members in order to
protect them and increase their work efficiency.

• Financial assistance is provided to faculty in the form of registration fees, on-duty leave, and travel
expenses for participation and paper publication in conferences, workshops, seminars, and symposia held
both in India and abroad.

• A policy exists and is being implemented to incentivize faculty for their contributions to research,
innovation, and incubation.

• Annual evaluation based on teaching, research and development performance, and student feedback.

• All employees are entitled to casual leave, paid maternity leave, earned leaves, and vacations in
accordance with the university's leave policies.

• Fee concessions are available for faculty/staff wards attending MREI schools.

• The university has an in-house Bloomz Day Care facility to care for the children of both teaching and
non-teaching faculty members.

• Every year on January 1st, faculty and staff who have served the organization for at least ten years are
recognized.

• Sabbatical leave is granted to faculty members in order for them to further their education.

• The university organizes FDPs and Skill Development courses on a regular basis for the benefit of both
teaching and non-teaching faculty members.

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• During Covid-19, employees and their extended family members received extensive support. Vaccination
drives for all employees were also organized.

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6.3.2 Average percentage of teachers provided with financial support to attend conferences /
workshops and towards membership fee of professional bodies during the last five years.

Response: 42.94

6.3.2.1 Number of teachers provided with financial support to attend conferences/workshops and
towards membership fee of professional bodies year wise during the last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

78 12 51 57 58

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6.3.3 Average number of professional development / administrative training Programmes organized


by the institution for teaching and non-teaching staff during the last five years.

Response: 54

6.3.3.1 Total number of professional development /administrative training Programmes organized


by the institution for teaching and non teaching staff year-wise during the last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

74 56 65 37 38

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6.3.4 Average percentage of teachers undergoing online/ face-to-face Faculty Development


Programmes (FDP)during the last five years (Professional Development Programmes, Orientation /
Induction Programmes, Refresher Course, Short Term Course ).

Response: 55.67

6.3.4.1 Total number of teachers attending professional development Programmes, viz., Orientation
Programme, Refresher Course, Short Term Course, Faculty Development Programmes year wise
during last five years

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

115 56 117 43 18

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6.4 Financial Management and Resource Mobilization


6.4.1 Institutional strategies for mobilisation of funds and the optimal utilisation of resources

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Response:

The University has developed strategies for effective resource utilization and fund mobilization. As a self-
financed university, having properly deployed systems for optimal resource utilization and efficient use of
funds not only results in improved productivity, competitiveness, and quality assurance, but also leads to
savings, investment capital, and the generation of more funds.

• Because it is a self-financing university, it relies heavily on student fees for the majority of its operations.

• The university receives donations from various organizations and philanthropists through their CSR fund,
which adds to the source of funds.

• University income is supplemented by interest on FDs and other savings.

• Government and non-government funding for research projects, as well as consulting assignments taken
on by faculty, contribute to the financial resources and development of research facilities on campus.

• The use of campus facilities for conducting examinations by outside agencies, as well as grants from
funding agencies for organizing conferences, workshops, and seminars, all contribute to the institution's
fund.

• The university has rented cafeterias, canteens, and a stationary shop.

Optimal financial utilization

The university ensures that funds are used wisely, so any expenditure is governed by a budget established
by the finance committee.

• The university prepares the budget based on the income generated by student fees, taking previous years'
expenditures and current environmental conditions into account.

• The fee for each program is reviewed and revised after taking into account all departmental expenses and
faculty requirements based on the faculty-student ratio.

•In the month of January, all department heads and administrative heads submit their budgets for the fiscal
year, taking into account the following:

-New equipment and software are required for the existing lab. -A new lab must be established.

-Funding for faculty research and academic development -Student training and workshops

-Infrastructure Repair and Maintenance -Examination -Printing & Stationery - Knowledge Partners
Accreditation & Regulatory Bodies Fee, Meetings of Statutory Bodies

- Student Activities, Orientation, Convocation Ceremony, Community Outreach

• The Finance team creates the budget based on the above-mentioned inputs and discusses it with the Dean-

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Academics/Registrar/Pro-VC/VC.

• The approved budget is communicated to all departments for strict adherence and utilization at the
Finance-Committee meeting, where it is presented and approved with or without suggested changes.

Optimal Resource Utilization:

• Various agencies use infrastructure such as computer centers to conduct exams. Exhibitions, corporate
matches, and other activities are held in auditoriums, cricket grounds, and outside premises. All of these
initiatives increase university revenue.

• During vacations, the university organizes skill trainings for outsiders on best lab practices and new
technologies.

• The central transportation department is in charge of optimizing vehicle usage, operating and
maintenance costs.

The University conducts semi-annual budget reviews in order to re-appropriate approved budget. The
revised budget is then presented to the BOM for approval. University accounts are audited on a regular
basis by a professional accounting firm to ensure compliance.

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6.4.2 Funds / Grants received from government bodies during the last five years for development
and maintenance of infrastructure (not covered under Criteria III and V ) (INR in Lakhs).

Response: 0

6.4.2.1 Total Funds / Grants received from government bodies for development and maintenance of
infrastructure (not covered under Criteria III and V) year wise during the last five years (INR in
Lakhs).

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

0 0 0 0 0

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6.4.3 Funds / Grants received from non-government bodies, individuals, philanthropists during the
last five years (not covered in Criterion III and V) (INR in Lakhs)

Response: 158.67

6.4.3.1 Total Grants received from non-government bodies, individuals, Philanthropers year wise during
the last five years (INR in Lakhs)

2021-22 2020-21 2019-20 2018-19 2017-18

68 39.67 0 0 51

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6.4.4 Institution conducts internal and external financial audits regularly

Response:

The University has appropriate provisions for the conduct of Internal and External Financial Audit for
ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial statements and records. University ensures to make all the
transactions online to make the system fair, transparent and efficient.

Internal Audit

Internal audit is an integral component of the organization’s risk management and governance process. It
also ensures that organization is in compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies and procedures.

University has appointed an independent Internal Auditor team to audit books of accounts and each aspect
of control from appropriateness of documentation, requisition, validation and sanction at each stage of
transaction to certify propriety of the disbursements. University conducts Internal Audits to identify
inefficiencies in the operations and making recommendations for improvement. This also gives assurance
that any substantial risk is being managed properly.

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At University’s Accounts department, the processed documents are verified and approved by higher
authorities of the university/ its constituent institutes for better control over all the transactions. University
follows the pre-audit to payments procedure for eliminating the risk related to internal audit post payment.
All the transactions are processed by the accountant followed by document verification and validation by
higher authorities of the institution. The auditors also investigate into any suspected or unethical behavior
and communicate findings and recommendations to management. Till date no major irregularities are
reported by the auditors except minor clerical mistakes. Such issues as and when reported have been
rectified with the accounts and the concerned departments.

Statutory Audit

Statutory audits performed by auditors who are not affiliated with the University provides an objective
opinion on the accuracy and fairness of the financial statements and also ensure that the system comply
with relevant financial reporting standards. There are Standard Auditing Practices to conduct Statutory
Audit as per Accounting Standards prescribed by the Institute of Chartered Accountant of India.

Statutory Audit is conducted by the auditors from the firm appointed by BOM, who independently audit
the financial statements. Once a year auditor critically scrutinizes the Ledgers, Payments, Receipts,
Vouchers, Cheque issued or received, Physical Cash on the date of Audit and Books of accounts etc. of all
the units of the university and clarifies doubts in respect of transactions noted if any. Auditors submit their
observations and suggestions in their audit report in the set format on the financial statements like Balance
Sheet and Income Expenditure statement of the institution. Till date they have not shared any such
comments/observations in the report that are adverse. Based on the auditor’s approval, examined accounts
are signed off. The Audit report provides assurance that the financial statements are reliable and that the
university is operating in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

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6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System


6.5.1 Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) has contributed significantly for institutionalizing the
quality assurance strategies and processes by constantly reviewing the teaching learning process,
structures & methodologies of operations and learning outcomes at periodic intervals.

Response:

At MRU, the IQAC is in charge of promoting and enhancing quality assurance and quality improvement
practices in all aspects of the university's operations, including academic programs, research,
administration, and student services, which entails continuous monitoring, evaluation, revision, and
implementation of various procedures. The IQAC's ultimate goal is to ensure that the institution meets
national and international quality and excellence standards while remaining competitive in the global
education landscape. IQAC has made the following significant contributions:

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Curriculum design and development: IQAC takes an active role in developing and revising the
curriculum by collecting well-designed feedback from all stakeholders, including employers and alumni,
which is then carefully analyzed and corrective measures for curriculum quality improvement are
implemented. The feedback addresses issues such as the program's suitability of the current curriculum, the
relevance of courses taught in terms of future technologies, and the balance of theory and lab-based
courses. Suggestions from the IQAC that have resulted in significant improvements:

Employability, value-added, and skill development courses to be highlighted in programme


structures
Innovative pedagogy to be incorporated during planning stages like Cooperative learning, Project-
based learning, and other student-centric methods
Conducting various activities like expert talks, and workshops for quality enhancement in relevance
to teaching-learning, online content development, usage of ICT resources and others after training
need assessment

Monitoring and evaluation of OBE: IQAC monitors the quality through periodic academic and
administrative audits as per the SOP with the help of interdepartmental audit teams. The audit system has
been developed for

Course Plan Review (once a semester) to review course plans, teaching pedagogies and CO-PO
articulation matrix. The Internal Academic Audit (twice a year) to review the progress of
departments in various areas of quality assurance. External Audit in the Central IQAC meeting by
the external auditors to review the reports for quality improvement. The departments are asked to
propose action plans after every audit.
Examining the achievement of COs, POs, and PSOs calculated using a well-structured approach to
accomplish goals and objectives that are specified through the use of student-centered, interactive,
and outcome-oriented curricula (ref: MRU –OBE manual).

Few contributions of IQAC:

Academics, curricular and extracurricular activities, feedback, administration, welfare facilities, and
our vision are used to improve quality at the institutional level.
Stakeholder participation in the course designing and development aligned with the latest trends in
the industry.
Implementation of the Student Satisfaction Survey
Introduction of MOOC courses across departments
National bodies like UGC, AICTE, NAAC, NIRF, NBA, BCI, NCTE, etc. assess and accredit.
Participation in various ratings/rankings/accreditations/certifications like ISO certifications, QS I-
GAUGE, and Times i3c Engineering Institutions ranking polls, to name a few.

The university promotes faculty-student research collaborations and exchanges. International relationships
with reputable organizations promote worldwide exposure and capability.

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6.5.2 Institution has adopted the following for Quality assurance 1. Academic Administrative Audit
(AAA) and follow up action taken 2.Confernces, Seminars, Workshops on quality conducted 3.
Collaborative quality initiatives with other institution(s) 4.Orientation programme on quality issues
for teachers and students 5. Participation in NIRF 6.Any other quality audit recognized by state,
national or international agencies (ISO Certification, NBA).

Response: A. Any 5 or more of the above

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6.5.3 Incremental improvements made for the preceding five years with regard to quality (in case of
first cycle), Post accreditation quality initiatives (second and subsequent cycles).

Response:

Since its inception, the university has made incremental improvements to improve the quality of its
education and services to provide students with the best possible learning experience.

The journey from QS I?GAUGE Gold rating in 2018 to QS I?GAUGE overall Diamond Rating (QS I-
GAUGE Platinum Rating for Employability and Academic Development and QS I-GAUGE Diamond
Rating for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Faculty Quality, Facilities and Social Responsibility)
symbolizes the collaborative efforts of all the stakeholders.

The ‘Institutions of Happiness’ award for fostering happiness in the academic environment at the QS I-
Gauge Academic Excellence Conclave (New Delhi) signifies quality and excellence in imparting
education.

MRU is among the Top 2 Emerging Engineering Institutions of India and has been ranked the No. 1
Engineering Institution in India for Research Capability & Placements in the Times Engineering
Survey 2022 consecutively for the 3rd time.

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MRU has received ISO 9001:2015, 50001:2018, and 14001:2015 certifications, which demonstrates its
commitment to continuous improvement, quality education and sustainable development and ensures
consistent delivery of high-quality education and research services.

The Environment, Green and Energy audits represent its compliance with the environmental regulations
and an inherent system for identifying areas of improvement and setting targets to achieve these
improvements as a sustainable institution.

ICT integration has resulted in a significant improvement in the effectiveness of education delivery,
especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the necessary technology and e-learning platforms in
place, MRU could deliver education to students despite the challenges and has been awarded ‘Certified E-
Lead Institution’ by QS I?GAUGE for its effective online engagement.

MRU received the WCDM DRR Award from the Hon’ble Shri G Kishan Reddy Union Minister of
Tourism, Culture and Development, GoI, for the work during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Initiatives adopted that have led to an incremental improvement in the quality of a university:

Industry-integrated programmes involving industry partners like Xebia, Quick Heal, Altair and
TrueChip in the curriculum design, development and delivery to keep the curricula aligned with
the industry needs and provide new opportunities for learning and research, and developing
connections with the wider community.

Technical support and seed funding for interdisciplinary research, patents and startups help in
developing the entrepreneurial and employability skills of the students.

Involving all the stakeholders for feedback on curriculum design and delivery and monitoring
student progress to identify areas for improvement are interwoven in the academic environment to
keep in tune with the current trends in the industry.

MRU has been investing in the professional development of faculty and students to keep them up-
to-date with the latest research and trends. This has resulted in an increase in the H-index of the
university from 17 to 32 over the past six years.

Interactive pedagogy, and student engagement through group projects and extra- and co-
curricular activities, student chapters of professional bodies, E-cell and Centre of
Excellence have led to students’ achievements in projects competitions, patents and an
improvement in average salary every year.

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Criterion 7 - Institutional Values and Best Practices

7.1 Institutional Values and Social Responsibilities


7.1.1 Measures initiated by the Institution for the promotion of gender equity during the last five
years.

Response:

Gender equity and gender sensitization are critical components of Manav Rachna University's overall
philosophy and societal approach. The university takes great care to ensure the safety and security of all
women on campus, as well as equal economic and social-cultural opportunities. A sizable proportion of the
university's student body is made up of around 35% of girls enrolled in various programmes. Because of
the university's distinct work culture and fair and healthy environment, 60% of its female employees
currently hold prominent academic and administrative positions.

Safety and Security

The university organizes a variety of activities on a regular basis to promote gender equality and
sensitization programmes, such as expert lectures, workshops and street plays. Female faculty members
always accompany female students on outdoor activities or tours.

Before the beginning of each academic year, the Women Cell (WC) develops an annual gender
sensitization action plan and executes the same throughout the year. The university has several
committees, including the Internal Complaint Committee (ICC), Anti-Ragging Committee, the
Students Grievance Committee and the Discipline Committee, which work diligently to increase
awareness of sexual harassment issues, prevent any misconduct, quickly resolve student grievances
and ensure a secure, inclusive and respectable climate on campus.
The university places the highest focus on discipline, safety and security in the campus and hostels,
and it assures a robust 24-hour surveillance system.
The Close Circuit (CC) cameras have been installed at various strategic locations in the entire
campus including hostels to maintain constant observation.
Through a committed team of trained security guards including female guards, the institute
offers a wide range of security amenities specifically for girls on the campus. All campus entrances
and exits have security checks.
The female hostel warden resides within the campus and only female supervisors work at girls'
hostels to maintain close supervision throughout. Additionally, in every girl hostel, there are female
sweepers for housekeeping and other tasks. Without proper permission, no males are permitted on
the hostel premises.
The campus has adequate lighting for the events conducted during the extended hours.

Common Rooms

There are separate common rooms for Girls & Boys with all the required facilities.

Day Care Centre for Young Children

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and staff members, MR has established Bloomz - the well-equipped Day Care as a free service for the kids
of the staff.

Counselling

Counsellors provide assistance to students in all aspects of their lives. Expert lectures and sessions are
organized to address students' stress or gender-related issues and provide the necessary guidance.

The grievance redressal committee and the online grievance portal are platforms for addressing student and
staff grievances. Sessions with alumni can help female students learn more about their future career goals.

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7.1.2 The Institution has facilities for alternate sources of energy and energy conservation
measures

1.Solar energy
2.Biogas plant
3.Wheeling to the Grid
4.Sensor-based energy conservation
5.Use of LED bulbs/ power efficient equipment

Response: A. 4 or All of the above

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7.1.3 Describe the facilities in the Institution for the management of the following types of
degradable and non-degradable waste (within 500 words)

Solid waste management


Liquid waste management
Biomedical waste management
E-waste management
Waste recycling system
Hazardous chemicals and radioactive waste management

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Response:

The Institution has a comprehensive waste management system in place that addresses the disposal of
various types of waste, including solid, liquid, recyclable, and e-waste.

Management of solid waste: The University has a solid waste management system that collects and
categorizes waste into biodegradable, non-biodegradable, and plastic waste. Biodegradable waste is sent to
a composter on campus with a daily capacity of 75 kg of solid waste, while non-biodegradable waste, such
as plastic waste, is recycled. The hazardous waste is treated and disposed of in accordance with the
regulations. Manav Rachna University and M/S EcoGreen Energy, Gurugram (a Haryana State
Government-licensed waste collector). The Municipal Corporations of Gurugram and Faridabad have a
contract for the recycling of stationary and non-biodegradable waste. The campus has an agreement for
integrated solid waste management, which includes collection, transportation, processing, and disposal.

The students organize regular collection drives to collect used clothing as well as unused notebooks and
registers, which are then donated to needy and non-profit organizations.

Liquid waste management: The university's campus has a sewage treatment plant (STP) with a capacity
of 200 KLD that treats the wastewater generated here. The STP is cleaned and maintained on a regular
basis, and the quality of the treated water is tested on a regular basis for physicochemical parameters. The
cleaned water is then reused to irrigate university gardens and for washing purposes, resulting in almost no
discharge.

Sanitary waste disposal: Sanitary waste, such as used sanitary pads and tampons, is disposed of using
incinerators installed in the university and the girls' hostel to handle sanitary waste disposal safely and
efficiently.

E-waste management: The university has an e-waste management system in place. The university has a
contract with Delhi-based BRP Infotech Pvt. Ltd., which is licensed by the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control
Board and the Delhi Pollution Control Committee to manage e-waste for collection, transportation, storage,
disassembly, segregation, and recycling. Before issuing the e-waste destruction certificate, the registered
vendor provides the necessary documentation.

Waste recycling system: Various types of waste (biodegradable/non-biodegradable/e-wastes) are


recycled. Waste paper that has been printed on one side is reused before it is discarded. The waste papers
are delivered to the Dr. O.P. Bhalla Foundation and recycled. The returned notebooks are distributed to
government schools in the adopted villages. Plastic waste generated on campus is stored separately for
recycling units. Desktop computers are repaired for resale whenever possible. To reuse them, used printer
cartridges are also filled. Biodegradable waste is used in a bio-composter to make compost. Wastewater is
partially purified in a sewage treatment plant before being recycled and used on campus.

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File Description Document

Relevant documents like agreements/MoUs with View Document


Government and other approved agencies

Geotagged photographs of the facilities View Document

Any other relevant information View Document

7.1.4 Water conservation facilities available in the Institution:

1.Rain water harvesting


2.Borewell /Open well recharge
3.Construction of tanks and bunds
4.Waste water recycling
5.Maintenance of water bodies and distribution system in the campus

Response: A. Any 4 or all of the above

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7.1.5 Green campus initiatives include:

1.Restricted entry of automobiles


2.Use of Bicycles/ Battery powered vehicles
3.Pedestrian Friendly pathways
4.Ban on use of Plastic
5.landscaping with trees and plants

Response: A. Any 4 or All of the above

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Various policy documents / decisions circulated for View Document


implementation

Geotagged photos / videos of the facilities View Document

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7.1.6 Quality audits on environment and energy are regularly undertaken by the Institution and any
awards received for such green campus initiatives:

1.Green audit
2.Energy audit

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3.Environment audit
4.Clean and green campus recognitions / awards
5.Beyond the campus environmental promotion activities

Response: A. Any 4 or all of the above

File Description Document

Reports on environment and energy audits View Document


submitted by the auditing agency

Certification by the auditing agency View Document

Certificates of the awards received View Document

Any other relevant information View Document

7.1.7 The Institution has disabled-friendly, barrier free environment

1.Built environment with ramps/lifts for easy access to classrooms.


2.Divyangjan friendly washrooms
3.Signage including tactile path, lights, display boards and signposts
4.Assistive technology and facilities for Divyangjan accessible website, screen-reading software,
mechanized equipment
5.Provision for enquiry and information : Human assistance, reader, scribe, soft copies of
reading material, screen reading

Response: A. Any 4 or all of the above

File Description Document

Policy documents and information brochures on the View Document


support to be provided

Geotagged photographs / videos of the facilities View Document

Details of the Software procured for providing the View Document


assistance

Any other relevant information View Document

7.1.8 Describe the Institutional efforts/initiatives in providing an inclusive environment i.e., tolerance
and harmony towards cultural, regional, linguistic, communal socioeconomic and other diversities
(within 500 words).

Response:

By welcoming students and staff from different cultural backgrounds and recognizing their talents, Manav
Rachna University creates a diverse and dynamic community that fosters creativity, innovation, and
collaboration. This approach can also promote cultural understanding and empathy among students and

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staff, which are important values in today's globalized world. The university boasts of providing an
inclusive environment regardless of cultural background and talent.

Celebrating cultural festivals and events: The university offers a wide range of cultural events that
encourages interaction among students from diverse backgrounds. The university places significant
emphasis on commemorating several regional festivals like Diwali, Onam, Eid, Guruparb, Christmas,
Vaisakhi, and Ganesh Chaturthi with great passion and zeal to provide an inclusive atmosphere.

A multicultural fashion show is held to highlight cultural fusion and variety. This offers a fantastic chance
for cultural convergence and serves as a training ground for teamwork and participatory involvement. The
nationwide online events organized by MRU for solid and plastic waste awareness witnessed
representation from various states and Union territories including Haryana, Punjab, Delhi, Goa,
Maharashtra, and UP.

To bring everyone together for a single showcase event while also promoting costumes and dressing styles
from other places, the annual Festival Resurrection, multicultural Hostel Eve and Clan period
events introduce students to one another's traditions, languages and cultures.

Multicultural cuisine: The menu at the mess and canteens offer meals from several states so that the
students can experience a range of gastronomic customs.

Catering to linguistic diversity: The students are encouraged to become acquainted with various
languages, cultures, and mannerisms. Offering foreign languages at the Manav Rachna Centre of Foreign
Languages (MRCFL) gives students more opportunities in keeping up with globalization. Every year, the
day known as Matrabhasha Diwas (International Mother Language Day) is observed to honor the
value of multilingual cultural heritage among students, faculty, and staff. The university celebrates every
year National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas) wherein students, faculty and staff take a pledge on
Unity, Integration and security of the nation.

Bridging the gap through sports: MRU places a strong focus on organizing and encouraging students to
participate in sports events where students from various groups can interact with one another and emerge
as a cohesive unit.

Towards an inclusive environment: University facilitates student centric inclusive teaching learning
practices by incorporating need based assessments for students with any kind of disability ( Learning
disability, Tunnelled vision etc.). The university encourages students and faculty members to participate in
various events like group assignments, competitions, and conferences where they get to meet people from
different cultures, religions, geographies and socio-economic environments. This leads to exposure to
alternative ways of teaching-learning, establishing life-long bonds, personal development, and preparation
for the global economy. Cultural exchange programmes with overseas academic partners are also
organized. The International summer school at Lahti University Finland, the cultural extravaganza for the
Carleton students, and the online International Exchange between the students of Manav Rachna
University and SEIKEI University Japan are some of the initiatives in this direction.

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File Description Document

Supporting documents on the information provided View Document


(as reflected in the administrative and academic
activities of the Institution)

Any other relevant information View Document

7.1.9 Sensitization of students and employees of the Institution to the constitutional obligations:
values, rights, duties and responsibilities of citizens (within 500 words).

Response:

Response:

MRU believes students, instructors, and staff must understand the Indian Constitution's core duties,
directive principles of state policy, and fundamental rights. Spreading awareness of the Indian Constitution
includes:

Curriculum: The "Constitution of India" is required as a fundamental course. The Constitution, its
provisions, essential rights, and duties are taught in full. Every year, Universal Human Values courses
emphasize that human values shape everyone's life, including education and career, and define their
personality.

Constitution Day: November 26th is celebrated enthusiastically. Many activities will highlight the Indian
Constitution.

Celebrating National Days: January 26th, Republic Day, August 15th, and Independence Day are
honored with events. On January 25, universities celebrate National Voter Day to encourage faculty, staff,
and students to vote. To promote youth democracy and emphasize the right to vote.

Moot Court, Legal Aid and Awareness Camps: By connecting the courses to real-world governance,
and societal and legal challenges, it is ensured that the students have a thorough understanding of our
constitution through moot courts. The students provide legal aid to the masses by organizing legal aid
camps in collaboration with District Legal Services Authority. Law students sensitize the staff, faculty and
students of other departments about their Rights and duties under various statutes including the
Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007; Consumer Rights, and the Right to
information by organizing awareness camps.

Training Workshops like Legal Rush and Mooting Competitions are organized for law students.

Lectures, Panel Discussions: Conducting workshops and seminars on the Indian Constitution is an
effective way to create awareness among faculty and students.

Throughout the academic year, various sessions for promoting a healthy mind, body, and soul, as Yoga
workshops for holistic wellness are organized. The fundraising and donation drives (rice and other food
items – EK Muthhi Daan, clothes, stationery) are organized in association with the NGOs like Jagriti Sewa
Trust, Prakash Deep, Earth Saviours addressing the issues such as hunger and poverty, which are closely

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linked to constitutional values such as social justice and equality. The university also organizes blood-
related disorders awareness drives, and blood and stem cell donation camps/registries in association with
agencies like Lion’s Club, Jeevandayini and Datri in the campus every year. These camps sensitize
students about the importance of donating blood and stem cells for the cause of saving valuable human
lives and inculcate good human values and a sense of empathy strengthening the values of community and
social responsibility. It is an act of citizenship and social responsibility towards the community and society.
Student and faculty can exercise their rights to healthcare and contribute to the welfare of others.

MRU promotes biodiversity conservation and environmental protection in accordance with the
Fundamental Duties and Fundamental Rights of the Indian Constitution by organizing visits, lectures,
competitions, workshops, street plays, and publishing awareness material, Initiatives like Say No Plastics
for students, faculty, staff, and community in association with agencies like IUCN and MOEFCC and
participating in BNHS butterfly and dragonfly counts.

7.1.10 The Institution has a prescribed code of conduct for students, teachers, administrators and
other staff and conducts periodic programmes in this regard.

1.The Code of Conduct is displayed on the website


2.There is a committee to monitor adherence to the Code of Conduct
3.Institution organizes professional ethics programmes for students, teachers, administrators
and other staff
4.Annual awareness programmes on Code of Conduct are organized

Response: A. All of the above

File Description Document

Details of the monitoring committee composition View Document


and minutes of the committee meeting, number of
programmes organized, reports on the various
programs etc., in support of the claims

Code of ethics policy document View Document

Any other relevant information View Document

7.1.11 Institution celebrates / organizes national and international commemorative days, events and
festivals (within 500 words).

Response:

MRU values instilling patriotism, love, and pride in its stakeholders. When materialism and glamour
replace traditional values, celebrating national holidays with passion and grandeur restores student and
staff ideals and legacy.

MRU has enthusiastically commemorated Independence Day and Republic Day annually. On both historic
days, hundreds of students, faculty, senior bureaucrats, and top management attend the national flag

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hoisting ceremony and cultural event. The university invites distinguished Army leaders and troops to
swear the students to defend civil society standards and serve the nation. Many MRU executives are Army
veterans.

Every year, International Women's Day is celebrated to empower and celebrate the female population
both on and off campus by holding special lectures, workshops and other events on Gender
Equity. National Youth Day is observed to recognize the anniversary of Swami Vivekananda's birth every
year on the campus. Teachers' Day, celebrated on 5th September, is a special day dedicated to honoring
and appreciating the hard work and dedication of educators. Various cultural events both by students and
faculty members including the much-awaited Fashion Show by teachers are organized every year. On the
celebration of Mahatma Gandhi ji’s birthday, numerous events are held as part of the "SwachhBharath
- Swasth Bharat" or "Clean India Campaign" to commemorate Swacchata Pakhwada around the
year. Voters Day (25th January) and Constitution Day so known as Samvidhan Divas, is celebrated in
India on November 26th every year to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India to raise
students' understanding of their fundamental rights and responsibilities. The day of international yoga
“SAATHI SANG YOG”, and “POSE AND LOSE” is enthusiastically observed by organizing
offline/online sessions and competitions to raise awareness about the benefits of practicing yoga and to
promote improved physical mental emotional and spiritual health. Similarly, the days of environmental
importance like Water Conservation Day, World Environment Day and World Earth Day are
celebrated by encouraging sustainable practices by organizing various awareness sessions, workshops,
competitions and cleanliness drives. The MRU also observes other significant holidays, such as Swami
Vivekanand Jayanti, and World Kindness Day by hosting seminars with eminent individuals, famous
people, and other influential figures to inspire and encourage students to excel in their careers.

World Cancer Awareness Day and World Marrow Donor Day are celebrated every year in association
with various renowned agencies and NGOs to raise awareness about cancer and bone marrow donation by
organizing awareness sessions and donation drives encouraging students, staff, and faculty to take action
toward a healthier and more compassionate world.

Diwali is commemorated with a No Crackers drive, student competitions, and a staff cultural program in
the evening. Lohri bonfires are enthusiastically celebrated. The institution enthusiastically celebrates
regional festivals including Onam, Eid, Guruparb, Christmas, Vaisakhi, and Ganesh Chaturthi to promote
cultural diversity and build community among students and staff.

File Description Document

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Annual report of the celebrations and View Document


commemorative events for the last five years

7.2 Best Practices


7.2.1 Describe two best practices successfully implemented by the Institution as per NAAC format

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provided in the Manual.

Response:

Best Practices-I

Title of the Practice: Teaching Learning Practice: Creating an Ecosystem of Higher Education Par
Excellence at MRU

Objectives of the Practice

In a highly competitive era of science and technology, students ought to be far more intellectually alert and
capable than their predecessors. This is possible only when they are mentored and guided by the teachers
who can inspire and ignite their imagination and instill a love of learning. Education is not to reform
students or amuse them or to make them expert technicians. It is to unsettle their minds, widen their
horizons, inflame their intellects, and teach them to think creatively. Therefore, in the academic pursuits,
effective teaching to bring excellence and creating a learning ecosystem holds the key. MRU is committed
to unlock the potential of every learner for creating a better world, by offering opportunities for self-
development and acquire skills to be useful in the workplace.

The Context

At present, the higher education systems in India have understood the rising trend and become a
powerhouse of digital initiatives, universities are constantly tweaking their curriculum and teaching
pedagogies in order to fulfill the needs of the learners who demand flexible as well as innovative
pedagogies. Keeping their needs and aspirations in mind, innovative pedagogies like blended
learning, collaborative learning, project based learning, in the teaching learning process, are being
followed. Besides technology is being used for combining traditional classroom teaching with
technology-based learning, such as online videos, virtual reality simulations, and interactive games
have become extremely imperative in the context of present education system.
Giving emphasis to the use of game-based mechanics, such as points, leader boards, and rewards, to
engage students in the learning process and motivate them to achieve their goals. Project-based
learning triggers enormous involvement of students to take ownership of their learning by working
on real societal projects and helps them to acquire a skill set required in the industry.

The Practice

The quality of education imparted to students at Manav Rachna University is directly related to not only
the faculty cohort of the education system but also the teaching learning process. Despite drastic
technological development in the teaching process, learning from teachers is still the primary source of
knowledge for many students. Therefore, it is essential to create an assemblage of committed teachers with
scientific temperament and attitudes to experiment who can bring dynamism as well as innovations to the
teaching table. Inquiry-based learning which encourages students to ask questions, seek answers, and
explore their own interest by providing opportunities for independent research and investigation is one of
the best teaching practices which our teachers at MRU invariably follow. Agility in terms of designing the
curriculum in collaboration with its Industry experts and collaboratively delivery of the same makes it
recent and relevant as per industry requirement.

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MRU is focused on collaborative learning that promotes group work, peer-to-peer teaching, and student-
led discussions to foster a sense of community and encourage students to learn from each other. University
has successfully implemented the concept of Agile Classrooms with the support of knowledge partner,
Xebia, for the delivery through these approaches. MRU was the first campus in India to have agile
classrooms. Agile practices followed in industry have been mapped with respect to the classroom
environment. These specially designed classrooms enable students to work in team and faculty to develop
a better evaluation technique, improve performance of students both in soft skills and technical skills
through continuous monitoring of their progress on the visual boards. This has helped them to acquire the
skills useful in the workplace.

Faculty often use personalized learning pedagogy which puts focus on adapting the teaching and learning
process to the individual needs, interests, and abilities of each student, using data and technology to
personalize content and assessment. MRU teachers also use problem-based learning methodology in which
we encourage students to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world problems and challenges. Like
project-based learning, flipped classroom is another teaching methodology wherein reversing the
traditional classroom model by having students watch recorded lectures and read materials outside of class
and then using class time for interactive discussions, group activities, and hands-on projects brings novelty
to the teaching learning practice as a result of which students find the entire process quite
enterprising. Students have early exposure to research through modules on research paper writing, Policies
are in place for students to earn credits for their involvement in innovations and start-ups.

Close monitoring, intimate mentoring of students by faculty, real-time interaction with the parents ensure a
smooth progression for students and a readily available counseling to address to their emerging problems.

Evidence of Success

Success of the efforts are evident from the students achievements in terms of their certifications
from NPTEL and other MOOC courses. Professional accretion, general awareness, communication skills
and placements of a large cross-section of students have shown a marked improvement. Experts from
industry have throughout been instrumental in guiding the university continuously on the implementation
of delivery through Agile methodology and its result is getting reflected not just in terms of number of
placements but salary packages of the students and their level of satisfaction at the workplace.

University also conducts one semester course on Engineering Exploration. This course focuses on
Engineering Design, Mechanisms, Platform Based Development, Data Acquisition and Analysis, Project
Management, Sustainability and Ethics. For the entire semester, students undergo an intensive training on
various aspects of project development like problem solving, software and hardware interface, report
writing etc. and finally develop a multidisciplinary project in teams. Offering this module orients the
student to work on projects using latest technologies, participate in various competitions and remain
technologically equipped. Some departments, Law Department in particular, practices service learning
pedagogy which allows teachers to integrating community service and volunteering into the curriculum to
provide students with opportunities to apply their knowledge and skills to benefit their communities. Our
students often visit to the nearby villages, Surajkund Mela, and other community gatherings to spread
awareness among people of various social evils like dowry system, domestic violence, child marriage, and
female foeticide etc. and render legal aid services.

Problems Encountered and Resources Required

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Implementation of new pedagogies is one of the problems arises in absence of ongoing support and
lack of professional development. Providing continuous support and encouraging active learning
instead of over-relying on conventional lecture style certainly helps the consistent implementation
of new pedagogies.
Inflexibility and rigidity of traditional teaching methods is another problem which has been
encountered by many. Adopting a growth mindset and be open to trying new pedagogies and
incorporating student feedback is being used and seen as a possible solution.
Conventional evaluation practices are often seen as a stumbling block for effective implementation
of new teaching practices. To overcome this, variety of formative and summative assessments are
being used to get a holistic understanding of student learning.
Time constraints and demands on teachers are also some unavoidable problems that can be solved
using additional resources, support, and opportunities for collaboration to help teachers balance the
demands of teaching and implementing new pedagogies. During last four years several FDPs have
been organize to train faculty on interactive pedagogies.
Industry expert guidance and mentoring is required for student teams so as to provide
them concrete and feasible solutions to real world problems which demand strong industry
academia collaboration.

Notes (Optional):

MRU has adopted Academic Bank of Credit, Multiple Entry Multiple Exit, earning credits through
internships in Industry / Research & Development Organization, working on projects and startups
etc.
Best teacher awards have also been established and good teachers are honoured publically.
Manav Rachna Life Skills points have been introduced for the holistic development of students.
Students can earn these points through participation/ organization of Extracurricular, co-curricular,
research & innovation activities.

Best Practices- II

Title of the Practice: Flexible Curriculum Design Unique to Learners

Objectives of the Practice

Curriculum of a university is the key to shaping the academic journey of students. Curriculum design plays
vital role in setting the right approach for the learners to pursue their higher education .With the changing
needs of the industry and society, University has understood the flexible course options that students
require to balance studies, career and other life commitments which is why university adopts the flexible
curriculum designs to meet the demands of the learners. This flexibility enables students to tailor their
academic pursuits to achieve their career goals. This approach not only recognizes the fact that students
have different abilities, interests and learning styles but also encourages them to choose courses of their
interest in order to give impetus to their dream career.

The Context

Higher education institutions are increasingly faced with student diversity which calls for a

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curriculum that adapts to and is accessible for students with different needs and capabilities. In this
flexible curriculum, learners are provided ample opportunities to create a potential learning
ecosystem.
Curriculum flexibility that has been mustering popularity in recent times is the design of blended
curriculum which is a mix of digital and face-to-face education to stimulate and support learning. It
brings a great amount of variety to the teaching learning process as the digital component offers
flexibility without losing human richness of face-to-face contacts, can present the content in
different ways and on different levels, can offer choices in learning activities and material, thus
realizing programmatic and pedagogical responsiveness to students’ learning needs. Apart from
this, the digital component can bring parts of education to distant locations and provide students the
opportunity to study at any time they prefer.

The Practice

Manav Rachna has the policy that promotes inclusive education and greater degree of learning flexibility.
Its ordinance encapsulates a curriculum which is both responsive and blend able. Students not only enjoy
greater flexibility in selecting courses through additional internship policy and policy to earn credits
through start ups, students can earn credits in exchange of Internships and their start up journey without
any impact on their academic progression. Students have flexibility to earn 30-40/% credit towards their
degree by taking MOOCs from Coursera, Swayam, NPTEL or any other platforms which are approved by
the department.

The Additional Internship Program is an unique practice followed by MRU. Keeping in mind the growing
trend of the industries/ companies to hire skilled professionals, University puts emphasis on creating
industry ready human resource. This policy allows students to go for internship opportunity available to
them during the semesters when no Core Courses are being offered by the department, which is after
5th semester for engineering programmes and earn upto 70% of credits in exchange of this internship.
Remaining credits cab be earned by registering for the elective courses through MOOCs. In case a student
wants to extend his/her internship for one more semester for which there has to be request from the
organization where he/she was previously working, he/she will be allowed to do so.

Overall, Manav Rachna University is dedicated to providing quality education, assessment, and flexibility
in academic credit requirements to help students achieve their full potential. University truly believes in the
ethos that every learner is unique. It constantly endeavours to recognize the learning abilities along with
strengths and weakness of students and devises teaching pedagogies and assessment rubrics accordingly.

Students who wants to initiate their Startup Journey at any stage or want to works on any innovative idea is
free to do so and can earn credit for the same. Student is regularly monitored for his progress, mentored for
not to loose the sight. Such students are expected to either represent the University at National or
International level competition or Incubate their idea. This approach gives a new dimension and technique
to teaching strategies and techniques that aim to create a more inclusive and supportive learning
environment for students of all abilities and backgrounds. This has been practiced at MRU in view of the
fact that each student has their unique interests, and learning styles, and desires to be provided with variety
of instructional methods and assessments that cater to their diverse needs.

Evidences of Success

Karan Aditya Ghoshal, student of B.Tech CSE 2019-23 has been able to avail this opportunity to

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the maximum. Being Advanced Learner, massively benefited from the internship that he
experienced, took classes for Cyber Security in RCC, educating students on Cyber Security, since
June 2020.
At the end of his 3rd Semester in December 2020, he got the opportunity to work as an intern
with KPMG-Egyde Cyber security, Canada as a Junior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst with a
package of Rs 12 LPA. After 8 months of Internship he got promoted to Cyber Threat Intelligence
Analyst as an intern only & his package was revised to Rs 24 LPA in August 2021.
He managed his academics along with the remote internship as classes were running in online mode
due to COVID-19.
He was granted a Canadian work visa and a compensation of Rs 45 LPA w.e.f 18th April 2022. For
this internship requirement, in his 7th semester, he had to move to Canada.

Recognizing learner’s unique strengths, abilities and learning styles, the university adopts variety of
instructional methods and assessment mechanisms which help teachers to evaluate the performances of
students’ objectively. This approach yields better outcomes as well as brings a tinge of novelty.

Rudra from ECE who had difficulties in writing and could not express his thoughts and ideas in
writing though he possessed exceptional skills in technical project work. Showcasing a natural
inclination towards VLSI design and chip development, choose to pursue a career in VLSI and
design verification.
Rudra has closely been observed by faculty during his first year, faculty members recognized his
strength in technical project work and his struggle with reproducing answers on paper. Therefore,
they implemented differentiated approach in his evaluations by giving him more project workin the
field of VLSI and communication, aligning the project assigned with the courses of that semester
and assessments based on project implementation.
Rudra has developed some of the projects like:
Smart Security System
Voice-Controlled Home Automation
Autonomous Robot
FPGA-based Image Processing and Speech Recognition

Problems Encountered and Resources Required

With students being able to choose their courses and study paths, at times, it can be difficult to
ensure that they are all meeting the same level of academic rigor.
Offering a flexible curriculum often means more faculty requirement and have better faculty to
student ration which some time is difficult to meet in certain streams.
The university also faces some sort of inconveniences with regard to resource allocation especially
if there is limitation of resources.
At times, faculty and staff have resistant to change due to lack of awareness and therefore it gets
difficult to implement such flexibility.

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7.3 Institutional Distinctiveness


7.3.1 Portray the performance of the Institution in one area distinctive to its priority and thrust
within 1000 words

Response:

Manav Rachna University has established an enviable reputation for excellent teaching practices coupled
with high student satisfaction and employability. It has a vision that predominantly focuses on grooming
responsible global citizens which is why it meticulously designs some of its courses, strongly mapped with
the Sustainable Development Goals. Aligning with two of its mission to produce human resources
sensitive to issues of environment and sustainable development and to make environment and
sustainable development as a thrust area of research and development, Elective Courses like E-Waste
Management, Environment and Sustainable Development, Green Computing, Environment Management
and Natural Resources are being offered to students across all disciplines. This testifies the uniqueness of
Manav Rachna not only to create an ecosystem of responsible citizens but also cater to non-conventional
courses which are skill based to solve real life problems and impart them the credibility to be fit for certain
types of employment.

To provide students a life-changing experience giving them practical knowledge, skills and core values like
peace, compassion and forbearing is one of the prime missions of MRU. It is committed to developing high
performing human capital that could drive the global economy. Education is fundamental to attaining full
human potential, developing an equitable and just society, thus ensuring national development.

In line with this, Manav Rachna University established Manav Rachna Centre for Peace and
Sustainability (MRCPS) in Oct 2019. With a vision to bring peace and sustainability to humanity, the
centre is marching in its mission to educate, conduct training and promote research in all spheres of peace
and sustainability. The centre, with the objectives to provide education & training in different aspects of
peace and sustainable development, inculcate values of peace and sustainability along with promoting
research among youth focusing on creation of sustainable communities with an attitude of health and
wellbeing of all, inculcate the core value of peace and sustainability in the entire value chain of academia
through its curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular activities route.

MRCPS, in collaboration with other organizations conducts research on relevant issues. MRCPS has
the Advisory Board which boasts of Padma Vibhushan Dr Karan Singh as a Chairman and other
luminaries like former Chairman, UGC, former member NDMA, Chairman Terre Policy Centre, UNEP,
Founder of WISCOMP, Head, Department of Psychology, Delhi University, Chairperson of Bharat Soka
Gakkai (BSG), Chairperson, IPRA, Retired Officer in Chief- Indian Army as its eminent members.

In a short span of over 3 years, the centre has developed several structured and practice oriented extra-
curricular programmes for youth to inculcate values and promote indulgence in art and culture related
pursuits to develop peaceful mind. The centre emphasizes on peace and sustainability, develops life skills
of students, provides awareness and trainings for many SDGs including environmental consciousness,
culture of peace and harmony and conducted yoga sessions during the pandemic.

MRCPS after long deliberations and discussions with the departments has identified the SDGs
University is actively involved in and has therefore established five verticals PRAKARSH,

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PARASHAKTI, SAHRITA, SAMRUDDH, SADBHAV to support in their attainment.

The entire curriculum is mapped with 17 SDGs which is one of the distinctive features. It follows
innovative teaching pedagogies, tweaks the curriculum as the situation demands.

University follow Project based learning approach through which students undertake a project
related to any of the SDGs to solve local problems. Rubrics designed for the evaluation of projects
also has a weightage for its correlation with the SDGs.

A course on Essentials of Peace and Sustainability based on experiential learning and project
based learning approach is offered as an. This course is also offered online by Fakir Mohan State
University, Orissa as a part of OER4W initiative of UNESCO.

MRU has collaborated with IPRA for joint delivery of research and developmental projects,
Conferences / Seminars.

MRCPS in collaboration with Centre for Value Based Education, DTU and Heartfulness Education
Trust organised FDP on “Leadership Mastery through Self-Management”.

MRCPS also organized an International conference on Sustainability of Food-A Global Perspective in collaboration with MRIIRS.

The university has partnered with UNESCO-MGIEP to offer the online course SEEK (Self directed Emotional Learning for Empathy and
Kindness) developed by UNESCO-MGIEP in collaboration with Life University, USA. 1800 students of MRU from various disciplines have
successfully completed the course.

A number of initiatives have been taken by various departments within the university to create sustainable
human development.

Green Chemistry Network is an initiative by the Chemistry Department which organizes


conferences on sustainable development every year while Peace Club is another feather in MRU’s
cap which undertakes various activities relating to peace and sustainability.

Manav Rachna University became the member of Smart Campus Cloud Network and took a
voluntary pledge to develop the roadmap towards making University carbon neutral on December
12 2020 in virtual event NOT Zero Net Zero organized by TERRE.

Faculty and students committees have been formed to make the campus Carbon neutral. The
university Art Gallery provides students hands-on learning experiences in visual arts, exposing
them to a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums thus enabling them to grow creatively. This
also helps the university to attain some of the SDGs.

The university received WCDM DRR Awards for the work carried out by the MRCPS during COVID 19
pandemic for mitigating its impact which was given by the Hon’ble Shri G Kishan Reddy Union Minister
of Tourism, Culture and Development, Government of India.

It has also recieved the ‘Institutions of Happiness’ award for fostering happiness in the academic

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environment at the QS I-Gauge Academic Excellence Conclave held at the India Habitat Centre, New
Delhi.

We always remember that an educational institution is a place of learning and growth, where the pursuit of
knowledge and understanding takes center stage. Beyond the classrooms and lecture halls, the university is
deeply engaged with its local and global communities to address real world problems and make a
difference. We are committed to look beyond the surface and consider the diverse and dynamic
characteristics that make it truly unique.

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5. CONCLUSION
Additional Information :
MRU has always endevoured to cater to the diverse learning needs of its students and provide them ample
opportunities to explore and nurture their potential. The impact of the same is getting reflected in their
achievements in various National and International competitions, winning Smart India Hackathons,
representing the country at Singapore India Hackathon, Students publications in high-impact journals, getting
internships right from 2nd year with companies like KPMG and placements with packages of 54 LPA for the
year 2023.

Various active learning pedagogies including project-based learning, agile methodology and flipped classrooms
have been adopted by the University. These pedagogies have resulted in higher learning performance compared
to earlier conventional face-to-face learning practices. These new pedagogies have led to publications, thus
raising the overall H-index of the University to 32 which is the highest among all the state Private Universities
of Haryana that was established before the establishment of MRU.

The university is living up to its name of making responsible and respectable citizens and has also made its
mark in the area of sustainability, creating awareness and action around peace and sustainability through its
Center for Peace and Sustainability. More than 1200 students got registered for UNESCO MGIEP’s SEEK
programme and completed their certification which is the highest among all the institutions to date. University
received WCDM DRR Awards for the work carried out by the Centre for Peace and Sustainability during
COVID-19 pandemic for mitigating its impact. University received the ‘Institutions of Happiness’ award for
fostering an academic environment that leads to the feeling of happiness. The award was presented to MRU at
the QS I-Gauge Academic Excellence Conclave and was among the 33 institutions qualified for receiving the
honour.

University believes in the autonomy of all its stakeholders, keeping focus on quality and continuous
improvement. The flexibility in education system that is being discussed with respect to National Education
Policy 2020 has already been embedded in the University's Academic and Assessment Processes and our
presently part in parcel of its character. Faculty are having the freedom to design their assessments and students
have the flexibility to choose their learning path through electives, studying at their own pace, registering for
higher or lower credits, earning credits through MOOCs, additional internships, or start-up projects etc.

Concluding Remarks :
With its vision to create ethical and responsible global citizens, the University is working in the direction for its
students to be creative, innovative and think not just differently but from the futuristic and realistic perspective.
The process of preparing this self-study report, enabled us to have a critical look at our own strengths,
weaknesses and challenges. This entire process was a great learning experience. MRU is submitting
the application for an assessment by NAAC for its first cycle of assessment and is submitting this Self Study
Report (SSR). We are grateful to NAAC for providing us an opportunity to look at all the processes in a
comprehensive manner and make a humble attempt to align all processes such that it helps us in serving the
student community and society at large in the best possible manner.

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