Convocation (Section 32 (n))

(1) Convocation for conferring degrees, diplomas and other academic distinction may be held by the University annually. The date and time for convocation shall be fixed by the Board of Management with the prior approval of the Chancellor. (2) A special convocation may be held by the University with approval of the Chancellor. (3) The procedures and protocols of the convocation shall be as laid down in the Ordinance. (4) In absence of the Visitor, the Chancellor shall preside over the convocation of the University. In absence of both the Visitor and the Chancellor, the Pro Chancellor, if any, shall preside over the convocation. In the absence of all three (the Visitor, the Chancellor and the Pro Chancellor) the Vice Chancellor shall preside over the Convocation. (5) If the University is unable to hold the convocation, the degrees, diplomas, and other academic distinctions may be handed over personally or dispatched to the candidates concerned by registered post.