The Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006 (32 of 2006)
haryana · 2006
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006
- S. 2Section 2 adds Om Sterling Global University to the list of recognized private universities in Haryana.
- S. 3Section amends the Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006 by updating the list of private universities to include Rishihood University and remove Sushant University.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the application process and requirements for establishing a private university in Haryana.
- S. 5Section 5 outlines conditions for establishing a private university in Haryana, including endowment fund, infrastructure, program details, and library investments.
- S. 6For-sub-section (l) of section l7 of the principal Act, the following sub-section shall be substituted, namely
- S. 7Section 7 establishes the university as a corporate entity with perpetual succession, property rights, and contractual powers.
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- S. 9Section 9 prohibits private universities in Haryana from affiliating colleges, opening off-campus centers, and requires land possession for establishment.
- S. 11Section 11 mandates a sponsoring body to establish a minimum five crore endowment fund for a private university, to be used as a compliance security and investment in government securities.
- S. 12Section 12 mandates private universities to create a general fund for various income sources.
- S. 13Section 13 outlines the permissible uses of the general fund for a private university in Haryana, including debt repayment, asset upkeep, audit costs, legal expenses, salaries, allowances, and student awards.
- S. 14Section 14 lists the officers of the university, including the Visitor, Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, and others as defined by the Statutes.
- S. 15(1) The Governor of Haryana shall be the Visitor of the university
- S. 16Section 16 details the appointment, role, and powers of the Chancellor as the head of the university.
- S. 17Section 17 of the Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006 outlines the appointment, role, and powers of the Vice-Chancellor as the principal executive and academic officer.
- S. 18Section 18 of the Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006 outlines the appointment, roles, and duties of the Registrar and Controller of Examinations in private universities.
- S. 19Section 19 specifies the Chancellor's appointment and duties of the Chief Finance and Accounts Officer in private universities.
- S. 20(1) The university may appoint such other officers as may be necessary for its functioning
- S. 21Section 21 outlines the authorities of the university, including the Governing Body, Board of Management, and Academic Council.
- S. 22(1) The Governing Body of the university shall consist of the following powers of Governing Body
- S. 23Section 23 outlines the composition and functions of the Board of Management for private universities in Haryana.
- S. 24(1) The Academic Council shall consist of the Vice-Chancellor and such other members as may be specified by the Statu
- S. 25Section 25 specifies that university authorities' composition, constitution, powers, and functions are defined by the Statutes, with disqualifications for membership.
- S. 26Section 26 disqualifies individuals from university authorities if they are mentally unsound, insolvent, convicted of moral offenses, private tutors, or guilty of exam malpractice.
- S. 27Section 27 ensures university actions remain valid despite constitutional vacancies or defects.
- S. 28Section 28 fills vacancies in university authorities or bodies promptly by the appointing body, with temporary members serving only the remaining term.
- S. 29Section 29 allows university authorities to form committees with specific tasks as per the Statutes.
- S. 30Section 30 outlines the powers of the university's First Statute to define the constitution, roles, and conditions of various university officials and employees.
- S. 31Section 31 allows the university to create new authorities, departments, and posts, revise fees, and make other specified changes through its statutes, subject to government approval.
- S. 32Section 32 empowers the university's First Ordinance to regulate various academic and administrative aspects, including student admission, course offerings, and examination conduct.
- S. 33Section 33 outlines the process for the Academic Council to create and submit ordinances to the Government for approval in Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006.
- S. 34Section 34 allows university authorities to create regulations with Board of Management approval.
- S. 34ASection 34A mandates universities to notify the government for new courses, with government authorization required for enrollment.
- S. 34BPower to cancel a course
- S. 34CCompulsory disclosure of information
- S. 35Section 35 outlines the merit-based admission process and reservation for Haryana students in private universities.
- S. 36Fee structure
- S. 37Section 37 mandates the university to publish examination schedules and declare results within specified timeframes, with exceptions for delays needing government approval.
- S. 39Section 39 mandates the university to hold an annual convocation as per its statutes for degree and diploma conferrals.
- S. 40Section mandates the university to obtain and renew accreditation from specified bodies every five years.
- S. 41Section 41 mandates the university to follow all rules from regulating bodies and assist them in fulfilling their duties.
- S. 42The university's Board of Management prepares and submits an annual report to the Governing Body, sponsoring body, Visitor, and Government.
- S. 43Section 43 mandates annual financial audits and reporting of university accounts to various authorities.
- S. 44Section 44 mandates government-led annual audits to ensure university compliance with the Act and can impose penalties for deficiencies.
- S. 44ASection 44A imposes penalties on universities for maladministration, including stopping admissions, financial penalties, and phased dissolution.
- S. 46(1) If it appears to the Government that the university has contravened any certain circumstances
- S. 47(1) The Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make rules for carrying out the purposes of this Act
- S. 48The section allows the Haryana government to issue orders to resolve issues under the Act and requires these orders to be presented to the state legislature.
- S. 49Section 49 of the Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006 overrides conflicting state laws regarding private universities' statutes and regulations.
- S. 2006BIMLESH TANWAR, ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY TO GOVERNMENT, HARYANA, LAW AND LEGISLATIVE DEPARTMENT