The Cochin University of Science and Technology Act, 1986

The Cochin University of Science and Technology Act, 1986

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This Act establishes and governs the Cochin University of Science and Technology in Kerala, defining its organizational structure, administrative powers, and academic goals. It regulates the university’s internal bodies, staff appointments, student admissions, and its power to grant degrees and diplomas. The legislation applies directly to the university's administrators, teachers, employees, institutions, and students across the entire state. This law matters because it creates a robust, inclusive framework for advanced research and education in science, technology, and management. By fostering collaboration between academia and industry, it drives societal progress and equips students with specialized skills to meet changing economic needs.

Chapter III THE CHANCELLOR, PRO-CHANCELLOR AND →

  1. 8The Chancellor.- (1) The Governor of Kerala shall, by
  2. 9The Pro-Chancellor-(1) The Minister for the time being
  3. 10Officers of the University
  4. 11The Vice-Chancellor- (1) The Vice-Chancellor shall
  5. 12Chancellor who is appointed under the provisions of this Act, assumes office.
  6. 13Ordinances and Regulations the powers and functions of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor shall be determined by the Vice-Chancellor.
  7. 15Appointments to be notified.- The appointments of the Vice

Chapter IV AUTHORITIES OF THE UNIVERSITY, STAFF COUNCIL →

  1. 16Authorities of the University - The following shall be
  2. 17The Syndicate
  3. 18Assembly, unless in the meanwhile, he again becomes a member of the Legistlative Assembly.
  4. 20Reconstitution of the Senate
  5. 21Powers and functions of the Senate
  6. 22Meetings of the Senate (1) The Senate shall meet at
  7. 23The Academic Council. (1) The Academic Council
  8. 24Powers and duties of the Academic Council
  9. 25Faculties.{1) (a) The University shall have such faculties
  10. 26Boards of Studies. -(1) There shall be a Board of
  11. 27Planning Committe.-(1) There shall be a Planning
  12. 28Finance Committee.-(1) There shall be a Finance
  13. 29Staff Council
  14. 30University Appellate Tribunal
  15. 31Constitution of Selection Committees.-

Chapter VI FINANCE AND ACCOUNTS →

  1. 32The University Fund
  2. 33Registrar authorised in this behalf by the Vice-Chancellor.
  3. 34Bank or Sheduled Bank or any other incorporated body.
  4. 35Government.
  5. 36Budget is found to be necessary, for reasons to be recorded in writing, incur such expenditure.
  6. 37Annual Report

Chapter VII STATUTES, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS AND →

  1. 38The Statutes.- Subject to the provisions of this Act,
  2. 39Procedure formaking Statutes
  3. 40Ordinances
  4. 41Prodedure for making Ordinances
  5. 42Syndicate may direct.
  6. 43Syndicate may direct.

Chapter VIII FILLING OF VACANCIES-RESIGNATIONS,REMOVAL ETC; →

  1. 44Protection of acts and Proceeding of the Syndicate,
  2. 45Academic Council within two months of such meeting.
  3. 46Resignation or removal of members of any Authority or Body

Chapter IX MISCELLANEOUS →

  1. 47Protection of acts and orders- All acts and orders
  2. 48Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations, Rules, Bye-laws and Orders made thereunder.
  3. 49Provided however that the decision of the Chancellor shall not be binding on the University Appellate Tribunal.
  4. 50Power of Government to cause inspection of the
  5. 51Syndicate shall comply with such directions.
  6. 52Conditions of Service.-{1) Save as otherwise provided
  7. 54The nomination of the First Senate of the University.-
  8. 55Transitory Provisions.(1) any Officer or Authority of
  9. 56Removal of difficulties
  10. 57Inconsistency with other laws
  11. 58Repeal and Saving.-(1) The Cochin University of
  12. CSREEDHARAN PILLAI

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