The University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya Act, 2008

The University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya Act, 2008

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This Act regulates the establishment, administration, and academic operations of the University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya, a private institution sponsored by the Education, Research, and Development Foundation. It applies directly to the university leaders, teachers, administrative employees, and students, alongside state officials like the Governor of Meghalaya. This law matters because it establishes a dedicated framework for higher education in science and technology within northeastern India. By requiring compliance with national standards while receiving no government funds, it ensures high academic quality and offers special admission pathways to uplift tribal, minority, and economically backward communities throughout the entire region.

Chapter 1 PRELIMINARY →

  1. 1Short title extent and commencement
  2. 2Definitions

Chapter 2 The University and its Object →

  1. 3Proposal for the establishment of the University
  2. 4Establishment of University
  3. 5University not to be entitled to financial assistance
  4. 6Constituent Colleges and Affiliated Colleges
  5. 7Objectives of the University
  6. 8Powers and Functions of the University
  7. 9University Category and Special Provisions
  8. 10National Accredition

Chapter 3 Officers of the University →

  1. 11Officers of the University
  2. 12The Visitor
  3. 13The Chancellor
  4. 14The ViceChancellor
  5. 15Deans of Schools/Directors
  6. 16The Registrar
  7. 17The Finance Officer
  8. 18The Controller of Examinations and Admissions
  9. 19Other Officers

Chapter 4 Authorities of the University →

  1. 20Authorities of the University
  2. 21The Board of Governors and its powers.
  3. 22The Board of Management
  4. 23The Academic Council
  5. 24The Finance Committee
  6. 25Other Authorities
  7. 26Proceedings not invalidated on account of vacancy

Chapter 5 Statutes and Rules →

  1. 27Statutes
  2. 28Statutes how made
  3. 29Power to amend the Statutes
  4. 30Rules
  5. 31Rules how made
  6. 32Power to amend Rules

Chapter 6 Miscellaneous →

  1. 33Conditions of Service of employees
  2. 34Right to appeal
  3. 35Provident fund and pension
  4. 36Disputes as to constitution of University authorities and bodies
  5. 37Constitution of committees
  6. 38Filling of casual vacancies
  7. 39Protection of action taken in . good faith
  8. 40Transitional provisions
  9. 41Endowment Fund
  10. 42General Fund
  11. 43Development fund
  12. 44Maintenance of fund
  13. 45Annual Report
  14. 46Account and Audit
  15. 47Mode of proof of University record
  16. 48Dissolution of University
  17. 49Expenditure of the University during dissolution
  18. 50Laying of Statutes and Rules
  19. 51Removal of Difficulties
  20. 52University to be subject to Standards of UGC
  21. 53University Review Committee
  22. 54Honorary Degrees
  23. 55Withdrawal of Degree or Diploma
  24. 56Discipline

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