Perspective Plan (2025-2030)

perspective plan has been prepared for a period of five years commencing from 2025 to 2030. The perspective plan is outlined on the basic recommendations of National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the key indicators of seven criteria envisaged by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of the college along with the inputs from all stakeholders, bodies and cells, sets out specific targets in every sphere of activity of the college. The draft of Perspective Plan has been discussed, reviewed and approved in the Governing Body meeting of the college. The Perspective Plan will serve the purpose of aligning all the stakeholders of the college towards a set of common targets to put their efforts together in actualising envisioned dreams. The targets of the Perspective Plan are presented in the following sections.

Curricular Aspects
• To provide a holistic and multidisciplinary education in alignment with NEP 2020.
• To introduce undergraduate programs in Science and Commerce streams, expanding academic options for students.
• To introduce undergraduate programs in Sociology, Home Science, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), and Library and Information Science to cater to a wider range of academic interests.
• To introduce postgraduate programs in Assamese, Education, and English, offering advanced academic opportunities for students.
• To introduce career-oriented courses, along with soft and hard skill development courses, to equip students with essential competencies for the job market.
• To encourage faculty members to participate in the curriculum development and design processes carried out by the affiliating university.
• To regularly collect feedback from different stakeholders (students, faculty, alumni, and industry experts) on the effectiveness of the curriculum and its delivery.
• To promote academic activities through collaborative modes, fostering partnerships with other institutions and organizations.
• To ensure effective curriculum delivery by incorporating ICT tools in teaching and learning processes, enhancing engagement and accessibility.
• To propose the enhancement of the number of teaching and non-teaching staff, ensuring a supportive and efficient academic environment.
• To conduct student and faculty exchange programs to encourage learning through cross-institutional collaboration and exposure to diverse academic cultures.
• To conduct analytical discussions on the academic performance of students to identify areas for improvement and ensure continuous learning.
• To motivate faculty members to develop e-content for available online platforms, including SWAYAM, to facilitate accessible and flexible learning opportunities for students.

Teaching, Learning and Evaluation
• To maintain a fair and transparent admission process based on merit, in accordance with the Government of India’s reservation policy, ensuring equitable access to higher education.
• To increase student intake capacity in existing courses and enhance overall student enrolment, addressing the demand for higher education.
• To adopt student-centric teaching-learning methodologies, including Experiential, Participative, and Problem-Solving approaches, promoting active student engagement and deeper learning.
• To conduct professional development programs aimed at upgrading the quality of teaching staff, ensuring that they remain updated with the latest pedagogical techniques and academic advancements.
• To organize capacity-building programs on the use of ICT in teaching and learning, question paper setting, and student performance evaluation, empowering faculty to integrate technology effectively into their teaching methods.
• To devise an effective mechanism to address the needs of exceptional children, with a focus on slow and fast learners, ensuring personalized support for academic development.
• To improve the pass percentage of students by adopting a robust mentoring system, providing guidance and academic support to ensure student success.
• To implement strategies aimed at maximizing student retention and minimizing dropout rates, ensuring that students persist and complete their education.

Research, Innovations and Extension
• To promote a strong research culture among teachers and students, encouraging critical thinking, inquiry, and innovation in academic pursuits.
• To develop adequate research infrastructure to support and encourage research activities, providing necessary resources and facilities for faculty and students.
• To encourage faculty members to undertake research projects under various government and non-government research schemes, facilitating funding and support for their research.
• To encourage departments to publish departmental-level newsletters, magazines, and other publications, fostering a sense of academic engagement within departments.
• To motivate faculty to regularly publish research articles, books, chapters, etc., contributing to academic growth and recognition.
• To conduct capacity-building programs on academic writing, publication ethics, research methodology, and other research-related skills, enhancing faculty and student capabilities in academic research.
• To organize national and international seminars and conferences, sponsored by government and non-government agencies, to provide exposure and facilitate knowledge exchange.
• To constitute IPR (Intellectual Property Rights) cell, Incubation cell, and Extension cell to promote innovative and creative ideas among faculty and students, supporting entrepreneurial initiatives.
• To promote start-ups and entrepreneurship among students in various fields, encouraging the development of practical business ideas and solutions.
• To organize outreach programs to sensitize students on emerging socio-economic issues, fostering awareness and social responsibility.
• To initiate industry-academia linkages for apprenticeship, internships, employment, and collaborative projects, bridging the gap between academic learning and industry requirements.
• To create a robust mechanism to promote Indian Knowledge System among faculty and students, fostering pride and knowledge in India's cultural and intellectual heritage.
• To establish Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with industries, agencies, institutes, and organizations to promote collaborative quality initiatives, fostering partnerships for academic growth and innovation.

Infrastructure and Learning Resources
• To place a proposal for the construction of new administrative and academic buildings to accommodate growing student numbers and provide improved facilities for both administrative and academic purposes.
• To increase and upgrade IT facilities, ensuring the campus is equipped with the latest technology for effective teaching, learning, and administrative processes.
• To extend and upgrade the existing CCTV surveillance system, enhancing campus security and monitoring systems to ensure a safe environment for students, staff, and faculty.
• To establish a gymnasium for students and staff, promoting physical fitness and wellness as part of the college's commitment to holistic development.
• To renovate the existing physical and academic infrastructure, ensuring that all buildings and facilities are well-maintained and conducive to an effective learning environment.
• To upgrade the college library with the latest available IT facilities and software, improving access to digital resources and enhancing the library’s overall functionality.
• To enhance the sports infrastructure, providing better facilities and equipment to promote physical education and student involvement in sports.
• To accelerate the access of e-learning resources, ensuring that students and faculty have easy access to a wide range of digital learning materials.
• To increase the number of journal subscriptions to provide students and faculty with access to the latest research, trends, and academic resources.
• To increase the number of textbooks and reference books in the library to cater to the academic needs of students and support their learning and research activities.
• To conduct hands-on programs on the development of e-content, enabling faculty to create and share digital learning materials that enhance the learning experience.
• To hold capacity-building programs on the use and access of e-learning resources for both teachers and students, promoting effective integration of technology in teaching and learning.

Student Support and Progression

• To devise an appropriate and efficient student support mechanism that ensures the holistic development and actualization of students' potential, addressing their academic, personal, and professional needs.
• To revive the Group Insurance Policy for students, providing them with financial protection in case of unforeseen events, thereby ensuring their well-being during their academic journey.
• To introduce scholarship facilities for students to promote academic excellence and foster their progression by reducing financial barriers.
• To continue and maintain a student-friendly atmosphere with a robust grievance and redressal mechanism, ensuring that students' concerns are addressed promptly and effectively.
• To organize capacity development and skill enhancement programs that focus on improving students' capabilities, preparing them for the demands of the workforce and higher education.
• To strengthen the career guidance and counselling cell, offering tailored guidance for competitive examinations and career counselling, helping students make informed career choices.
• To improve the rate of students' progression to higher studies by providing necessary resources, guidance, and encouragement for those pursuing postgraduate education.
• To enhance the rate of students' success in state/national level examinations by providing preparatory support and creating a conducive environment for academic excellence.
• To encourage and motivate students to actively participate in co-curricular activities at the university, state, and national levels, fostering personal development and building a competitive edge.
• To form a placement cell that will investigate placement opportunities, facilitate career readiness programs, and arrange placement camps for students.
• To initiate consultancy services involving students as volunteers, providing them with practical experience while offering professional services to external organizations.
• To ensure continuous alumni engagement in the overall performance and development of the college, strengthening the relationship between the institution and its alumni for mutual growth and support.

Governance, Leadership and Management
• To maintain democratic governance for the smooth functioning of the college, ensuring transparency, accountability, and active participation from all stakeholders in decision-making processes.
• To ensure decentralization and participative management in both administrative and academic affairs through the active involvement of all stakeholders, fostering a sense of ownership and collective responsibility.
• To formulate short-term and long-term strategic plans by integrating inputs from various bodies and cells of the college, aligning these efforts with the vision and mission of the institution for holistic growth and development.
• To devise mechanisms for implementing the recommendations of NEP 2020, aligning them with the curriculum and processes of the affiliating university to enhance educational outcomes.
• To strengthen e-governance policies across administrative, financial, admission, examination, and evaluation processes through the use of ERP software, improving efficiency, transparency, and accessibility.
• To reform and improve faculty empowerment strategies by implementing a well defined performance appraisal system and providing professional development programs to enhance teaching quality and faculty growth.
• To provide financial support to faculty members to attend various professional development programs, workshops, and conferences, ensuring continuous skill enhancement.
• To conduct regular financial and quality audits, identifying areas of improvement and addressing shortcomings in operations to ensure the efficient functioning of the institution.
• To explore and ensure resource mobilization from self-financing courses, farming, and other innovative initiatives, engaging students in activities that promote "earn while learn" opportunities.
• To periodically review the contributions of the IQAC in creating a quality culture within the college through SWOC analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Challenges) to ensure continuous improvement.
• To ensure regular submission of data to the IQAC every year within the stipulated time frame, maintaining up-to-date records of institutional performance and activities.
• To prepare for the NAAC accreditation by 2028, ensuring continuous quality improvement and adherence to academic and administrative standards that meet national accreditation criteria.

Institutional Values and Best Practices
• To initiate a gender audit within the college to assess and promote gender equity, ensuring equal opportunities and rights for all students and staff members regardless of gender.
• To renovate and upgrade the solar energy plant in the college, further promoting sustainability and reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources.
• To manage degradable waste through vermi-composting, turning organic waste into useful compost while promoting an eco-friendly approach to waste management.
• To manage non-degradable waste by establishing a direct linkage with a Government certified crushing unit, ensuring proper disposal and recycling of non-biodegradable materials.
• To initiate a rainwater harvesting project within the college campus in collaboration with the Soil Conservation Department, Government of Assam, aiming to conserve water and promote sustainable water usage.
• To plant and grow valuable trees within the college campus, contributing to biodiversity, enhancing the campus environment, and promoting environmental sustainability.
• To maintain a disability-friendly and barrier-free environment on campus, ensuring that all students and staff, regardless of physical ability, have equal access to facilities and opportunities.
• To conduct an annual green and energy audit to assess and improve the eco-friendly environment within the campus, focusing on sustainability, energy conservation, and resource efficiency.
• To strengthen the Campus Beautification and Cleanliness Cell, ensuring that the college remains a clean and green space, fostering a positive and healthy environment for students and staff.
• To organize environmental promotion activities beyond the college campus, engaging the local community and spreading awareness about environmental conservation, sustainability, and eco-friendly practices.
• To take initiatives that foster an inclusive environment promoting cultural, regional, linguistic, and communal tolerance and harmony, creating a space where diversity is celebrated and respected.
• To constitute an Electoral Literacy Club to sensitize students about their constitutional obligations and rights, promoting awareness about democratic processes, electoral systems, and active citizenship.
• To introduce Best Practice Awards annually for departments, teaching staff, and nonteaching staff, recognizing and celebrating their contributions to excellence, innovation, and institutional growth.
• To promote energy conservation practices through the usage of LED lights/fans and awareness campaigns to encourage the efficient use of energy and reduce the carbon footprint of the campus.
• To ensure a tobacco-free and plastic-free campus through a strict enforcement mechanism, including the imposition and collection of fines from offenders, reinforcing a healthy, eco-friendly environment for students and staff.