Academic Council
The Academic Council is the principal academic authority of Mahakaushal University, responsible for maintaining the highest standards of teaching, research, and academic excellence. It plays a crucial role in shaping the academic vision of the University by recommending and approving policies related to curriculum, pedagogy, research, and evaluation.
Principal academic authority
The Academic Council is constituted under Statute No. 13 of the published Statutes of Mahakaushal University.
Academic Council Composition
Statute No. 13 identifies the Academic Council as the principal academic body of the University and specifies its statutory composition.
Dr R C Mishra
Vice-Chancellor — Chairperson
ChairpersonDr A H Saraswat
Registrar — Member Secretary
Member SecretaryAll Deans of the University
All Deans of the University
MemberPosition to be updated
One Professor & HOD of the University Teaching Department (relevant subject of meeting)
MemberPosition to be updated
Two Professors from State/Central Government Universities nominated by the Chancellor
MemberPosition to be updated
Two representatives from Scholars / Scientists / Educationists / Technologists / Industries nominated by the Vice-Chancellor
MemberPosition to be updated
One Professor nominated by the Chairman, Regulatory Commission
MemberShaping the University's academic direction
These highlights reflect the responsibilities presented on the University's current Academic Council page.
Academic Programmes
Designing and approving new academic programmes and courses.
Curriculum Review
Reviewing and revising curriculum in line with industry and academic advancements.
Academic Regulations
Establishing academic regulations, standards and examination guidelines.
Research & Innovation
Promoting research, innovation and interdisciplinary studies.
Faculty Development
Recommending faculty development programmes and academic collaborations.
Quality Assurance
Supporting academic quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Academic governance with purpose
The Academic Council provides academic direction by considering academic policies, coordinating and exercising general supervision over the academic affairs of the University, promoting research activities, advising on academic standards, and making recommendations within the statutory framework.
Academic Supervision
Coordinating and exercising general supervision over the academic policies of the University.
Research Promotion
Promoting research and related activities across the University.
Academic Standards
Giving directions regarding instruction, teaching and evaluation and academic standards.
Curriculum & Syllabi
Considering academic proposals and approving courses/subjects and syllabus within the statutory framework.
Academic Awards
Making recommendations concerning degrees, honorary degrees and other academic distinctions as provided.
Rules & Committees
Framing or recommending academic rules, committees and related measures within its statutory functions.
Committed to academic excellence
Innovation in Learning
Encouraging interactive, flexible and technology-driven teaching methods.
Research & Development
Supporting impactful research and scholarly publications.
Global Outlook
Incorporating global academic trends into local contexts.
Outcome-Based Education
Ensuring employability, ethics and entrepreneurship through outcome-oriented curriculum.