LG congratulates; VC attributes success to collective efforts

JU Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai briefing media persons on Saturday. -Excelsior/Rakesh
JU Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai briefing media persons on Saturday. -Excelsior/Rakesh

*JU scripts history; gets A++ NAAC grading

Excelsior Correspondent

JAMMU, Dec 21: The University of Jammu has scripted history by reaching a milestone of achieving the coveted A++ grade in the NAAC accreditation (Cycle IV) with an outstanding CGPA score of 3.72 on a 4-point scale.

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“This is a marked improvement over the last accreditation Cycle (Cycle III), wherein it had attained an A+ grade with CGPA of 3.51, thereby exhibiting its commitment to quality sustenance and quality enhancement,” said Vice Chancellor, Prof Umesh Rai said, while addressing a media conference, here today.
Flanked by senior functionaries of the university, Prof Rai attributed this success to the collective efforts of the entire University fraternity. “The A++ grade reflects the unwavering commitment of our faculty, officers, staff, scholars, students, and alumni. It is a testament to our shared vision of transforming the University of Jammu into a global hub for academic and research excellence,” he said.
“This recognition by NAAC is not just a milestone but a motivation to further our commitment to quality, innovation, inclusivity, and enhancing societal impact,” he emphasized.
Prof. Rai acknowledged the support of the Lieutenant Governor and Chancellor, Manoj Sinha; Chief Minister and Pro Vice Chancellor, Omar Abdullah and Higher Education Minister, Sakina Itoo. “Their visionary guidance has been instrumental in enabling the University to achieve this remarkable feat,” he added.
Pertinent to mention that Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has also extended his heartiest congratulations to the Vice Chancellor, faculty, staff, scholars and students of University of Jammu for attaining the coveted A++ Grade from NAAC. In a social media post, the Lieutenant Governor said the outstanding accomplishment of the University of Jammu has made J&K proud.
“……Jammu University’s reform-driven futuristic vision underscores its commitment to fostering academic excellence, goal oriented research, innovative capacity & holistic development of students to make them enlightened citizens. My best wishes to all for success in your mission,” he posted on X.
During media briefing by the Vice-Chancellor, Dr Ginny Dogra, Director DIQA, gave a detailed overview of the parameters assessed by NAAC. The seven-member NAAC Peer Team evaluated the University across various Key Performance Areas i.e Curricular Aspects, Teaching-Learning & Evaluation, Research, Innovations & Extension, Infrastructure & Learning Resources, Student Support & Progression, Governance, Leadership & Management and Institutional Values & Best Practices. She informed that the University has achieved full scores under the parameters: Infrastructure & Learning Resources, Governance, Leadership and Management & Institutional Values & Best Practice.
Prof Neelu Rohmetra, Dean Research Studies, shared the recent research initiatives undertaken by the University with thrust on translational and transdisciplinary research.
Prof Anju Basin, Dean Academic Affairs; Prof Meena Sharma, Dean Planning and Development, Prof Naresh Padha, Dr Neeraj Sharma, Registrar, Prof Pankaj Kumar Srivastava, Director CD&OE, Prof. Prakash Antahal Dean Students Welfare and others accompanied the Vice-Chancellor.