The Andhra Pradesh Energy University Act, 2017.
andhra-pradesh · 2017
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- S. 1The Chancellor The Governor of Andhra Pradesh shall be the Chancellor of the University
- S. 2Section 2 details the appointment, term, and conditions of service for the Vice-Chancellor of the Andhra Pradesh Energy University.
- S. 3Section 3 outlines the powers, duties, and responsibilities of the Vice-Chancellor in managing the university's affairs.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the appointment, term, retirement, and duties of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor at the Andhra Pradesh Energy University.
- S. 5Section 5 of the Andhra Pradesh Energy University Act, 2017, grants the university powers to conduct education, research, and industry-aligned training programs.
- S. 6Section 6 appoints and details the role, terms, and duties of the Finance Officer for the Andhra Pradesh Energy University.
- S. 7Section 7 outlines the appointment and duties of Department Heads at the Andhra Pradesh Energy University.
- S. 8Section 8 lists the key officers of the Andhra Pradesh Energy University, including the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, and others.
- S. 9Section 9 appoints the Librarian by the Executive Council on a Selection Committee's recommendation.
- S. 10Section 10 outlines the appointment, duties, and powers of the Vice-Chancellor of the Andhra Pradesh Energy University.
- S. 11Section 11 outlines the Executive Council's powers to manage university revenue, create academic posts, and appoint staff.
- S. 12Section 12 outlines the composition and quorum requirements for the Academic Council of the Andhra Pradesh Energy University.
- S. 13Section 13 outlines the Academic Council's authority over academic affairs, including advising on academic matters and managing teaching, research, and student admissions.
- S. 14Section 14 establishes faculties, departments, and their governance structure within the Andhra Pradesh Energy University.
- S. 15Section 15 establishes the Planning Board as the main planning body for the University, responsible for its development.
- S. 16Section 16 establishes the Finance Committee to oversee the university's financial matters, including budget proposals and annual accounts.
- S. 17Section 17 establishes Selection Committees to recommend appointments for various academic and administrative posts at the university.
- S. 18Section 18 allows the Executive Council to appoint distinguished individuals to academic posts on special terms.
- S. 19Section 19 allows the Executive Council to appoint individuals for a fixed term based on Statute 17's procedure.
- S. 20Section 20 allows the University to form standing or special committees and delegate subjects to them, pending confirmation by the appointing authority.
- S. 21Terms and conditions of service and code of conduct of the teachers, etc
- S. 22Section 22 specifies terms and conditions of service for non-academic staff at the University.
- S. 23Section 23 outlines the statutes that govern various aspects of the Andhra Pradesh Energy University, including authorities, appointments, and employee conditions.
- S. 24Statutes how to be made - (1) The first Statutes are those set out in the Schedule
- S. 25Section 25 outlines the procedures for suspending and removing University employees for misconduct.
- S. 26Section 26 allows the Executive Council to propose and withdraw honorary degrees with Chancellor's sanction.
- S. 27Withdrawal of Degrees etc
- S. 28Section 28 vests disciplinary powers over university students in the Vice-Chancellor, who can delegate and enforce penalties.
- S. 29Section 29 establishes the General Fund for the University and outlines its financial management and investment procedures.
- S. 30The University can borrow money from various sources but needs government approval for loans exceeding 50,000 rupees.
- S. 31Section 31 establishes arbitration for employee contract disputes at the University, with a final decision.
- S. 32Section 32 outlines the appeal and arbitration process for students facing disciplinary actions or debarment from the Andhra Pradesh Energy University.
- S. 33Section 33 allows university employees and students to appeal to the Executive Council against university decisions.
- S. 34Membership of authorities by virtue of membership of other bodies
- S. 35Section 35 outlines the process for making, amending, and rejecting ordinances by the Executive Council, with input from the Academic Council and final approval by the Vice-Chancellor.
- S. 36Section 36 allows the University authorities to create regulations for internal procedures, meeting quorum, and other unspecified matters.
- S. 37Delegation of powers
- S. 38Section 38 establishes the specific departments, offices, and centers within the Andhra Pradesh Energy University.
- S. 39Section 39 protects university officers and employees from legal action for good faith actions under the Act.
- S. 40Certified copies of University records certified by the Registrar are admissible as evidence.
- S. 41The section allows the State Government to address difficulties in implementing the Act by making necessary provisions for three years.
- S. 42Section 42 establishes transitional provisions for initial appointments and terms for key university officials.
- S. 43Section 43 mandates publication and legislative review of statutes, ordinances, and regulations made under the Andhra Pradesh Energy University Act in the Andhra Pradesh Gazette and the State Legislature.