Bare Act
The Shri Guru Teg Bahadur World Class University, Punjab Act, 2026
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This Act establishes the Shri Guru Teg Bahadur World Class University, Punjab as a legal entity with the power to operate independently. It grants the university the authority to provide higher education, conduct research, and award degrees in various fields, with a specific focus on Sikh studies and Punjabi language. The law applies to the university, its affiliated colleges, teachers, and students, outlining their roles and responsibilities. By creating this institution, the State Government aims to promote academic excellence, cultural heritage, and educational opportunities in Punjab, ensuring the university can manage its property, finances, and academic standards effectively.
- 1. Short title and commencement.
- 2. Definitions.
- 3. Incorporation of the University.
- 4. Powers and duties of the University.
- 5. Territorial exercise of powers.
- 6. University open to all irrespective of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth.
- 7. Officers of the University.
- 8. Appointment, duties and powers and conditions of service of officers of the University.
- 9. Chancellor.
- 10. Appointment, powers, duties and conditions of service of Vice-Chancellor.
- 11. Appointment, powers, duties and conditions of service of Registrar.
- 12. Authorities of the University.
- 13. The Senate.
- 14. The Syndicate.
- 15. The Academic Council.
- 16. Powers and duties of the authorities of the University.
- 17. Statutes.
- 18. The making, amendment, repeal and operation of Statutes.
- 19. Ordinances.
- 20. Making of Ordinances, etc.
- 21. Regulations.
- 22. Annual Report.
- 23. Annual Accounts.
- 24. Acts or proceedings of University authorities and bodies not invalidated by vacancies.
- 25. Disputes as to constitution of University authorities and bodies.
- 26. Special temporary powers of State Government.
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