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National Level Workshop on Establishing a Deemed-to-be University: Distinct Deemed-to-be University Regulatory Pathways, Institutional Readiness and Strategic Planning

Workshop Overview

The International Institute of Quality Accreditation & Rankings (IIQA) presents a practical and strategic workshop on Establishing a Deemed-to-be University: Distinct Deemed-to-be University Regulatory Pathways, Institutional Readiness and Strategic Planning.

The workshop helps higher education institutions understand the regulatory framework, applicable pathways, institutional eligibility, academic and research readiness, governance structures, infrastructure, financial sustainability, documentation and strategic planning involved in pursuing Institution Deemed to be University status.

It also provides focused understanding of the Distinct Category pathway for institutions centred on unique disciplines, strategic national needs, Indian cultural heritage, environment, skill development, sports, languages and other areas identified under the regulatory framework.

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Dr. T. Ravinder Reddy
Dr. T. Ravinder ReddyCEO, IIQA
Keynote Speaker

Dr. T. Ravinder Reddy

CEO, International Institute of Quality Accreditation & Rankings (IIQA)

L.L.B. (O.U)L.L.M. – Constitutional Law (O.U)Ph.D. (K.U)Alumnus – I.I.M. Ahmedabad
President of India Medal Awardee
Accreditation, Rankings and Institutional Establishment Expert

Dr. T. Ravinder Reddy is an expert in Accreditation, Rankings and Institutional Establishment, with professional expertise supporting Universities, Engineering, Medical and other Higher Educational Institutions.

Participants will gain practical perspectives on institutional establishment, regulatory preparedness, academic planning, governance, infrastructure, documentation, accreditation and strategic institutional development.

Areas of Expertise: Accreditation · Institutional Establishment · Higher Education Regulations · Institutional Planning · Quality Assurance · Rankings · Governance · Strategic Development

Why Attend the Deemed University Workshop?

Establishing an Institution Deemed to be University requires regulatory understanding, demonstrable readiness, a clear academic vision and organised evidence.

Regulatory FrameworkUnderstand Section 3 of the UGC Act and the applicable UGC regulatory framework.
Pathway SelectionExamine the general, Distinct Category and De Novo regulatory routes.
Institutional ReadinessAssess academic, research, faculty, infrastructure, governance and financial preparedness.
Academic VisionPlan programmes, research priorities, innovation and specialised institutional identity.
DocumentationOrganise strategic, academic, governance, faculty, infrastructure, research and financial evidence.
Strategic RoadmapDevelop milestones, resource plans, responsibilities, monitoring and institutional development priorities.
REGULATION → READINESS → STRATEGY → DOCUMENTATION → APPLICATION → INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENTMove from institutional vision to structured regulatory preparedness.

Regulatory Framework

The workshop addresses the UGC framework governing Institutions Deemed to be Universities, with attention to the UGC Regulations of 2023.

Core Areas

  • Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956
  • UGC regulatory framework
  • Institutional eligibility
  • Sponsoring body requirements
  • Academic programmes
  • Research ecosystem
  • Governance framework
  • Faculty and infrastructure
  • Financial sustainability
  • Quality assurance
  • Institutional autonomy
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Documentation and evidence
  • Strategic planning

Declaration Route

An Institution Deemed to be University is declared by the Central Government under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, on the advice of the UGC, distinguishing this route from universities created through Central or State legislation.

Regulatory Pathways

01 — Regular Institutional PathwayRequirements applicable under the general provisions of the UGC framework.
02 — Distinct CategoryInstitutions focused on unique disciplines, strategic needs, Indian cultural heritage, environment, skills, sports, languages and other identified areas.
03 — De Novo DevelopmentInstitutions established around unique and emerging areas of knowledge, requiring purpose-led institutional planning.

Institutional Readiness

Academic ReadinessProgramme architecture, curriculum, student systems and interdisciplinary education.
Research ReadinessResearch priorities, centres, R&D systems, innovation and knowledge creation.
Faculty ReadinessSpecialised faculty expertise, recruitment, development and academic leadership.
Governance ReadinessStatutory bodies, leadership, decision-making, administration and quality systems.
Infrastructure ReadinessAcademic, laboratory, research, library, digital, student and specialised facilities.
Financial ReadinessResource mobilisation, investment, operational sustainability and risk management.

What Will the Workshop Cover?

01

Regulatory Framework

  • Section 3 of the UGC Act
  • UGC framework and 2023 Regulations
  • Declaration process and authorities
  • Compliance and documentation
02

Regulatory Pathways

  • General institutional pathway
  • Distinct Category
  • De Novo pathway
  • Applicability and model selection
03

Eligibility & Readiness

  • Institutional profile assessment
  • Academic, research and faculty readiness
  • Infrastructure and governance readiness
  • Financial, quality and compliance readiness
04

Distinct Category Planning

  • Distinct academic focus and purpose
  • Unique discipline or strategic area
  • Programmes and specialised infrastructure
  • Faculty expertise, research and identity
05

Academic & Research Ecosystem

  • UG, PG and research programmes
  • Interdisciplinary curriculum
  • Research centres and R&D Cell
  • Innovation, industry and society
06

Governance & Institutional Structure

  • Governance and statutory bodies
  • Leadership and administration
  • Academic and financial governance
  • Internal quality mechanisms
07

Infrastructure & Resources

  • Academic, research and digital infrastructure
  • Laboratories and library
  • Student, faculty and administrative facilities
  • Specialised distinct-discipline infrastructure
08

Financial & Operational Sustainability

  • Financial and resource planning
  • Infrastructure investment
  • Human-resource planning
  • Long-term sustainability and risk
09

Documentation & Application

  • Institutional and strategic documents
  • Academic, governance and faculty records
  • Infrastructure, research and financial evidence
  • Compliance and evidence organisation
10

Strategic Plan & Roadmap

  • Vision, mission and objectives
  • Academic, research and infrastructure roadmaps
  • Faculty, financial and quality plans
  • Milestones and monitoring
11

Compliance & Quality Assurance

  • Continuing obligations
  • Academic and research monitoring
  • Student support and governance compliance
  • Data, periodic review and improvement
12

Institutional Action Plan

  • Gap and readiness mapping
  • Pathway identification
  • Responsibilities, documentation and timelines
  • Resources and implementation monitoring

What Will You Gain?

1Section 3 and the UGC Deemed-to-be University framework
2Distinct Category and De Novo pathway understanding
3Institutional eligibility and readiness assessment
4Academic, research, faculty and infrastructure planning
5Governance and financial preparedness
6Documentation and application-readiness planning
7Quality assurance and continuing compliance
8A strategic institutional development roadmap
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Who Can Participate?

Institutional Leadership

  • Chairpersons, Chancellors and Presidents
  • Vice-Chancellors and Pro-Vice-Chancellors
  • Directors, Principals, Registrars and Deans

Establishment & Regulatory Teams

  • Institutional Establishment and Regulatory Affairs
  • Legal and Accreditation Teams
  • Quality Assurance and Strategic Planning

Academic & Research Teams

  • Deans, HODs and Faculty
  • Research Directors and Coordinators
  • Innovation Teams and Academic Administrators

Functional Teams

  • Finance, HR and Administration
  • Infrastructure, IT and International Relations
  • Student Affairs, Planning and Development

Designed for: Universities · Deemed-to-be University Aspirants · Higher Education Institutions · Autonomous Institutions · Colleges · Research Institutions · Educational Trusts and Societies · Institutions Planning Transformation

Workshop Details

DateTo Be Announced
Time10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
ModeOnline

For Indian Higher Education Institutions

Workshop Focus: UGC Regulations · Section 3 · Distinct Category · De Novo Pathway · Institutional Readiness · Academic Planning · Research · Governance · Infrastructure · Financial Planning · Strategic Development

Certificate of Participation

All registered participants will receive an IIQA E-Certificate of Participation upon successful completion of the workshop.

The certificate will recognise participation in Establishing a Deemed-to-be University: Regulatory Pathways, Institutional Readiness and Strategic Planning.

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INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF QUALITY
ACCREDITATION & RANKINGS

E-Certificate of Participation

Establishing a Deemed-to-be University

Important Note

Participation in the workshop does not constitute regulatory approval or guarantee declaration as an Institution Deemed to be University. Declaration is subject to the applicable statutory and regulatory process.

Participation Fee

Institutional Registration
1 Institutional Coordinator + 3 Participants
Workshop participation and certificates included
₹12,000/-
Additional Participant
₹3,000/-

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Dr. Toodi Ravinder Reddy, CEO., IIQA.

Dr. Toodi Ravinder Reddy , CEO ., IIQA.

CEO, International Institute of Quality Accreditation & Rankings (IIQA)
L.L.B. (O.U.) | L.L.M. – Constitutional Law (O.U.) | Ph.D. (K.U.) | Alumnus – IIM Ahmedabad | President of India Medal Awardee Accreditation & Ranking Expert

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