Code of Conduct

 a) Institutional Excellence: The Management encourages all staff members to collaborate as a cohesive team, focusing on institution-building and elevating the university to a center of excellence in higher education.

b) Vision and Values: Establish and uphold the institution's vision, core values, and strategic objectives, ensuring alignment with long-term goals.

c) Strategic Improvement: Formulate and agree on strategies for institutional improvement by setting clear priorities and achievable targets.

d) Stakeholder Engagement: Actively engage with key stakeholders, including parents, students, alumni, and employers, fostering strong and productive relationships.

e) Ethos and Reputation: Preserve and enhance the university's ethos and reputation by upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

f) Inclusivity and Respect: Promote tolerance, inclusivity, and respect for individuals of different faiths, beliefs, races, genders, ages, abilities, and sexual orientations, creating a diverse and equitable environment.

g) Community Advancement: Encourage and support research, extension activities, and health care initiatives, contributing positively to societal development.

h) Accountability for Rule Violations: Address violations of service rules with appropriate disciplinary actions, which may include withholding increments, suspension, or termination, following a thorough inquiry at the discretion of the Management.

i) Commitment to Purpose: Demonstrate a strong understanding of the university’s mission and commitments by taking purposeful and impactful actions to fulfill its objectives.

 a) Leadership and Coordination: Provide visionary leadership, strategic direction, and effective coordination within the constituent college or faculty to ensure alignment with institutional goals.

b) Student-Centric Decision-Making: Make decisions prioritizing the best interests of students, ensuring fairness and equity in all disciplinary actions involving both staff and students.

c) Authority and Discipline: Exercise authority to take necessary actions for maintaining discipline and fostering a positive and conducive environment within the institution.

d) Committee Formation: Establish and oversee committees within their respective colleges or faculties, aimed at fostering academic and institutional growth.

e) Administrative Oversight: Monitor and supervise the administration of academic programs and general operations, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and adherence to institutional standards.

f) Academic Program Development: Drive the creation, enhancement, and implementation of academic programs, ensuring they align with evolving educational and industry needs.

g) Empowerment and Freedom: Empower staff members and students to realize their full potential by fostering an environment of trust and support. Allow educators the freedom to exercise reasonable academic independence for innovative teaching and research.

h) Encouraging Creativity: Inspire students to pursue creativity and excellence in their academic endeavors, while respecting and honoring their cultural heritage and individual commitments.

a) Commitment and Integrity: Demonstrate loyalty to the institution by being punctual, reliable, and upholding integrity through honesty in words and actions across all duties.

b) Professional Relationships: Foster and maintain positive relationships with students and colleagues, ensuring a supportive and cooperative environment.

c) Boundaries and Respect: Maintain professional boundaries with students and staff, treating everyone with dignity, care, and kindness.

d) Mutual Respect: Practice mutual respect, trust, confidentiality, and fairness, contributing to the well-being of individuals and the broader community.

e) Adherence to Hierarchy: Respect and uphold the institutional hierarchy in office, academics, and administrative matters.

f) Professional Attire and Timeliness: Strictly adhere to official working hours and maintain a professional appearance by dressing appropriately.

g) Authorized Actions Only: Avoid involving unauthorized individuals in performing official duties.

h) Efficient Academic Duties: Perform academic responsibilities and examination-related tasks with efficiency and dedication.

i) Non-Discrimination: Refrain from discriminating against students based on political views, race, religion, caste, language, gender, or personal biases. Avoid inciting conflicts among students, staff, or administration.

j) Freedom with Responsibility: Exercise freedom of thought and expression responsibly, avoiding misuse of institutional facilities or platforms.

k) Adherence to Decisions: Comply with academic and administrative decisions taken by the university.

l) Proper Use of Resources: Avoid using university resources or facilities for personal, commercial, political, or religious purposes.

m) Fair Assessment: Maintain impartiality in student assessments, avoiding over-marking, under-marking, or victimization under any circumstances.

n) Prohibition of Private Tutoring: Abstain from engaging in private tuition, conducting or participating in private coaching classes, or indulging in malpractices in teaching, examinations, or administration.

o) Accuracy in Credentials: Provide accurate information regarding qualifications, experience, and other credentials during appointments or promotions.

 a) Commitment and Integrity: Demonstrate loyalty to the institution by being punctual, reliable, and honest in all words and actions related to assigned duties.

b) Professional Relationships: Build and maintain positive relationships with students and staff to foster a supportive and harmonious work environment.

c) Professional Boundaries: Interact appropriately with students while maintaining professional boundaries with both students and colleagues.

d) Respect and Support: Treat students with dignity, care, and kindness, while offering support and cooperation to fellow staff members.

e) Task Fulfillment: Perform all assigned responsibilities to meet the required standards of the role and contribute effectively to institutional goals.

f) Mutual Respect: Practice mutual respect, trust, confidentiality, and fairness, remaining committed to the well-being of individuals and the broader community.

g) Adherence to Hierarchy: Respect and maintain the institutional hierarchy in matters of office, academics, and administration.

h) Professional Appearance and Timeliness: Comply strictly with official working hours and dress appropriately to reflect professionalism.

i) Role-Specific Duties: Execute academic and administrative responsibilities diligently, as aligned with the assigned post and position.

j) Responsible Expression: Exercise freedom of thought and expression responsibly, avoiding misuse of institutional facilities or forums.

k) Non-Discrimination: Refrain from discriminating against any student or staff member on grounds of race, religion, caste, language, gender, or personal biases. Avoid inciting conflicts among students, staff, or administration.

l) Compliance with Decisions: Adhere to the academic and administrative decisions made by the university.

m) Proper Use of Resources: Avoid using institutional resources or facilities for personal, commercial, political, or religious purposes.

n) Accuracy in Credentials: Provide accurate information regarding qualifications, experience, and other credentials during appointments or promotions.

 a) Productive Use of Work Hours: Utilize work hours effectively, ensuring that activities within the workplace contribute to the smooth and efficient functioning of the department.

b) Supportive Work Environment: Foster a positive and supportive environment while diligently performing assigned responsibilities.

c) Role Clarity and Competence: Understand the scope, practices, and procedures relevant to their roles, ensuring alignment with institutional objectives.

d) Accuracy and Thoroughness: Perform assigned duties with precision and attention to detail, maintaining high standards of quality and reliability.

e) Target Achievement: Strive to meet or exceed established targets, delivering work that reflects their best efforts and abilities.

f) Time Management: Plan and manage time effectively to ensure timely and efficient completion of tasks and responsibilities.

g) Problem-Solving and Independence: Demonstrate problem-solving skills within the scope of their role and exercise independent judgment when appropriate, ensuring accountability and sound decision-making.

a) Office Maintenance and Cleanliness: Ensure the office environment is clean and well-maintained, attending to the basic needs of the office space and infrastructure.

b) Guest Hospitality: Provide excellent hospitality services to visitors, ensuring they are welcomed and comfortable.

c) Punctuality and Availability: Demonstrate willingness to arrive early and stay late as required, ensuring all office duties are completed before leaving.

d) Document Handling: Responsible for transporting official documents, files, and papers between departments in a timely and secure manner.

e) Infrastructure Maintenance: Ensure the upkeep of office infrastructure, including arranging for servicing or maintenance when needed, and coordinating with technicians for repairs.

f) Stationery Management: Keep office stationery items stocked and readily available for all employees, ensuring smooth workflow.

g) Photocopying Services: Assist with photocopying or xeroxing of documents as needed for office tasks and administrative duties.

h) Energy Conservation: Turn off electrical appliances and water taps when not in use to contribute to energy conservation and ensure the office is operated efficiently.

a) Dress Code: Students are required to wear proper identity cards at all times and adhere to the dress code established by the university.

b) Honesty: Any form of malpractices, cheating during tests or examinations, or knowingly providing false information is strictly prohibited. Violators will face strict disciplinary measures.

c) Disciplined Conduct: Students must refrain from obstructing teaching, research, administration, or any other campus activities. Disruptive behavior will result in disciplinary action.

d) Respect for Women: Students are expected to maintain impeccable conduct toward the opposite gender. Any form of unwelcome behavior—whether verbal, written, gestural, or physical—toward female students or employees will be subject to disciplinary action according to university norms. The Grievance Redressal Cell, Committee Against Sexual Harassment, and Internal Complaints Committee will address such incidents.

e) Prohibition of Ragging: Ragging, including physical or mental abuse, verbal or written mistreatment, or any act of teasing or handling a fresher or any other student with rudeness, will be considered ragging and will be met with disciplinary action through the Anti-Ragging Cell.

f) Class Attendance: Students are expected to attend classes regularly and comply with the attendance requirements as set by their respective constituent colleges or faculties.

g) Examinations: Students must appear for all internal and university examinations. They should be present in the examination hall at least ten minutes before the start and follow all instructions given by the supervisor during the examination.

h) Academic Progress: Students are expected to show satisfactory academic progress by attending all tests and examinations.

i) University Property: Students must take proper care of the university’s property. Any damage, such as defacing walls, breaking furniture, or damaging infrastructure, will be considered a breach of discipline.

j) Parking Regulations: All vehicles should be parked only in the designated parking areas provided by the constituent colleges or faculties.