Board of Management
The Board of Management (BoM) is the apex executive body of Mahakaushal University responsible for the strategic oversight and governance of the institution. The Board ensures that the University operates in alignment with its mission to provide quality education, promote innovation, and uphold academic integrity.
Constitution of Board of Management (BoM) is as under-
Board membership, roles and constitution details are presented below as published by the University.
Board of Management
Official constitution details, including name, profession/role, postal address and date of constitution.
| S.No. | Name | Profession / Role | Full Postal Address | Date of Constitution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. R C Mishra | Vice Chancellor | F-4 Sukhrawati Apartment, 65 Tagore Town, Prayagraj (U.P.) | 10/20/2023 |
| 2 | Mr. Alok Pathak | Nominated by the sponsoring body | Hardaypur, Annapurana Colony, Damoh (M.P.) | 10/20/2023 |
| 3 | Mr. Puneet Sharma | Nominated by the sponsoring body | — | 10/20/2023 |
| 4 | Prof. Raguraj Kishor Tiwari | Representative Nominated by the State Government | — | 10/20/2023 |
| 5 | Dr. Dhurv Dixit | Representative Nominated by the State Government | — | 10/20/2023 |
| 6 | Prof. Alok Kumar Mishra | Professor of the University | MKU, Jabalpur | 10/20/2023 |
| 7 | Prof. Arvind Kumar | Professor of the University | MKU, Jabalpur | 10/20/2023 |
| 8 | Dr. Atul Panday | Teacher of the University other than the clause (d) | MKU, Jabalpur | 10/20/2023 |
| 9 | Mr. Shiv Kumar | Teacher of the University other than the clause (d) | MKU, Jabalpur | 10/20/2023 |
| 10 | Dr. A H Saraswat | Registrar | MKU, Jabalpur | 10/20/2023 |
Statutory Framework — Statute No. 12
The Board of Management is constituted under Statute No. 12. The Vice-Chancellor is the ex-officio Chairperson. The statute also specifies the Board composition, tenure of nominated members, meeting frequency and quorum.
Vice-Chancellor; two representatives nominated by the sponsoring body; two representatives nominated by the State Government; two Professors of the University; and two senior-most teachers other than the Professors.
The Vice-Chancellor is the ex-officio Chairperson of the Board of Management.
The term of nominated members of the Board of Management is three years.
The Board shall meet once in every two months.
The quorum for a meeting of the Board of Management is at least five members.
Strategic oversight for institutional growth
The Board's published key responsibilities focus on strategic goals, oversight of academic/financial/administrative functions, approvals, regulatory compliance and a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.
Strategic Goals & Policies
Formulating long-term strategic goals and policies for the development of the University.
Academic, Financial & Administrative Oversight
Overseeing academic, financial, and administrative functions of the University.
Budgets & New Initiatives
Approving annual budgets, infrastructure development, and new academic programs.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensuring regulatory compliance with UGC, State Government, and other statutory bodies.
Transparency & Continuous Improvement
Promoting a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Governance rooted in shared values
The Board of Management provides strategic oversight across the University’s academic, financial and administrative functions while fostering institutional growth, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
Academic Excellence
Prioritizing high-quality teaching, learning, and research.
Inclusivity
Encouraging diverse perspectives and equal opportunities for all.
Sustainability
Ensuring responsible use of resources for long-term growth.
Student-Centric Policies
Creating policies that enhance student welfare and outcomes.
What Statute No. 12 entrusts to the Board
The published Statutes assign the Board of Management a broad governance role covering budgets, expenditure, finance, property, appointments, student support, discipline, grievances and delegated institutional functions.
Budget, Audit & Annual Reports
Consider budget, audit report and annual report for recommendation/approval through the prescribed University process; prepare/consider the annual or supplementary budget.
Finance, Accounts & Property
Manage revenue, finance, accounts, investments and University property, including prescribed investment of unexpended income and management of institutional affairs.
Academic & Institutional Development
Approve or support new initiatives, teaching/administrative/academic posts, infrastructure-related decisions and other functions assigned under the governing framework.
Appointments & Staff Governance
Supervise appointment processes and exercise functions concerning staff in accordance with the Act, Statutes, Ordinances and Regulations.
Student Welfare & Support
Consider fellowships, scholarships and studentships and make provisions for welfare of students, including assistance such as free books or equipment where prescribed.
Discipline & Grievance Redressal
Regulate discipline among employees and entertain appeals or grievances of employees and students as provided by the applicable statutory framework.
Delegation of Powers
Delegate powers to the Vice-Chancellor, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Chief Finance and Accounts Officer, Registrar, teachers or committees where permitted.
Other Statutory Functions
Exercise powers and functions assigned by the Act, Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations or directions of the Chancellor, including functions the Board is otherwise authorized to perform.
Strategic governance. Responsible decisions. Institutional progress.
The Board of Management remains central to the University's governance architecture and its continuing commitment to quality, integrity and sustainable development.