In case the Syndicate endorses its earlier decision by a two-thirds majority, such decision shall be deemed to be final.

Academic Council. - The Academic Council of the Cluster University shall consist of the following persons, all of whom shall be ex-officio members :-

1. (i) The Vice-Chancellor of the Cluster University ;
2. (ii) Principals of the Constituent Colleges or Autonomous Colleges or Affiliated Colleges of the Cluster University nominated by the Vice-Chancellor ;
3. (iii) The Deans of Faculties of the Cluster University ;
4. (iv) The Heads of Departments of the Cluster University ha ving the status of Professors or Associate Professors ;
5. (v) Four Professors/Associate Professors from constituent/ autonomous/affiliated colleges of the Cluster University representing subjects other than those represented by the Principals, nominated by the Vice-Chancellor ;
6. (vi) Deans of the faculties of the other Cluster Universities established in the State ; and
7. (vii) Two Professors of the other Cluster Universities established in the State.