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The Punjab State Higher Education Council Act, 2018

The Punjab State Higher Education Council Act, 2018

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This legislation establishes the Punjab State Higher Education Council to plan, coordinate, and improve post-secondary education across Punjab. It applies to general universities and colleges, both public and private, while excluding specialized institutions focused on medical, technical, agricultural, veterinary, or management fields. Led by state leadership and educational experts, the Council oversees institutional performance, manages state education planning, and ensures effective distribution of government funds, including central grants under the Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan. By monitoring academic standards and governance, the Act aims to enhance quality, equity, and access in higher education throughout the state.

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  1. 1. Short title and commencement.
  2. 2. Definitions.
  3. 3. Constitution, incorporation and headquarter of Council.
  4. 4. Meetings of the Council.
  5. 5. Functions and powers of Council.
  6. 6. Powers and functions of the Chairman and Vice-Chairman.
  7. 7. Composition of the Search Committee for selection of non-official members.
  8. 8. Removal of non-official members of the Council.
  9. 9. Powers and functions of the Member-Secretary.
  10. 10. Staff of the Council.
  11. 11. Fund of the Council.
  12. 12. Accounts and audit.
  13. 13. Budget of Council.
  14. 14. Power to make rules.

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