The Centurion University of Technology and Management, Orissa Act, 2010.
odisha · 2010
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Centurion University of Technology and Management, Orissa Act, 2010
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used throughout the Centurion University of Technology and Management, Orissa Act, 2010.
- S. 3The Sponsoring Body shall have the right to establish the University in accordance with the provisions of this Act
- S. 4(1) The Sponsoring Body shall establish an endowment fund in accordance with the provisions of section 44
- S. 5Section 5 mandates the Sponsoring Body to report compliance to the State Government within two years, with possible extensions.
- S. 6Section 6 establishes the Centurion University of Technology and Management, granting it corporate status and specifying its location and jurisdiction.
- S. 7Section 7 states the University is self-financed and ineligible for state or government-controlled body grants.
- S. 8Section 8 outlines the objectives of the Centurion University, including academic and research dissemination, degree offerings, and collaborations with other institutions.
- S. 9Section 9 grants the University powers to establish off-campus centers, develop schools, carry out activities, confer academic distinctions, and manage property.
- S. 10The University shall be open to all persons irrespective of class, caste, creed, religion, language, domicile and gender
- S. 11Section 11 mandates the University to seek accreditation, obtain recognition for degrees, and adhere to relevant technical education standards.
- S. 12Section 12 lists the officers of the Centurion University of Technology and Management, including the President, Vice-Chancellor, and Registrar.
- S. 13(1) The Governor of Orissa shall be the Visitor of the University
- S. 14(1) The Chairman of the Trust shall be the President of the University
- S. 15Section 15 outlines the appointment, role, and powers of the Vice-Chancellor in managing the university.
- S. 16Section 16 appoints the Pro-Vice-Chancellor by the President under specified terms and conditions.
- S. 17Section 17 appoints deans by the Vice-Chancellor and outlines their powers and duties.
- S. 18(1) The appointment of the Registrar shall be made by the President in such manner as may be prescribed
- S. 19Section 19 appoints the Finance Officer by the Board and the Controller of Examinations by the Vice-Chancellor.
- S. 20Section 20 prescribes the manner of appointment, terms, and conditions for other university officers.
- S. 21Section 21 outlines the authorities of the university, including the Board of Governors, Board of Management, Academic Council, and Finance Committee.
- S. 22Section 22 outlines the composition and powers of the Board of Governors as the principal governing body of the university.
- S. 23Section 23 outlines the composition and term of the Board of Management for Centurion University.
- S. 24Section 24 establishes the Academic Council's composition and its role in overseeing the university's academic policies.
- S. 25Section 25 establishes the Finance Committee as the University's principal financial body to oversee and manage financial matters.
- S. 26The constitution, powers and functions of other authorities of the University shall be such, as may be prescribed
- S. 27Section 27 ensures university actions remain valid despite any authority vacancies or constitutional defects.
- S. 28Section 28 empowers the Centurion University to establish its own statutes covering various operational, administrative, and academic matters.
- S. 29Section 29 outlines the procedure for the Board of Governors to submit and obtain approval for the university's statutes from the State Government.
- S. 30The Board of Governors can create, amend, or repeal statutes with state government approval.
- S. 31Section 31 outlines the rules governing various academic, financial, and disciplinary matters for the university.
- S. 32Section 32 outlines the process for the Board of Governors to create rules, requiring state government approval or deemed approval if no decision is made within two months.
- S. 33The Board of Governors can create, amend, or repeal rules with state government approval.
- S. 34(1) The admission procedure shall be in accordance with the norms and guidelines prescribed by the U
- S. 35Section 35 allows the university to set fees according to UGC norms and provides fee concessions for certain students.
- S. 36Section 36 mandates written contracts for employee appointments and outlines disciplinary procedures for students and employees.
- S. 37Employees and students can appeal University decisions to the Board of Management, which can confirm, modify, or change the decision.
- S. 38Section 38 establishes funds and insurance schemes for the university's employees as deemed fit by the university.
- S. 39Section 39 resolves disputes on University authority membership by referring to the President, whose decision is final.
- S. 40Section 40 empowers university authorities to form committees with specified members and powers.
- S. 41Section 41 fills casual vacancies among University members, other than ex-officio, by appointing someone for the remaining term.
- S. 42Section 42 protects university officers and employees from lawsuits for actions done in good faith under the Act, except for violations.
- S. 43Section 43 appoints the first Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Finance Officer, and initial university bodies by the President for three years.
- S. 44(1) The Sponsoring Body shall establish an Endowment Fund of Rupees three Crores
- S. 45Section 45 establishes a General Fund for the University to receive various income sources and apply it to specific expenses.
- S. 46Section 46 establishes a Development Fund for the University to be funded by various sources for its development.
- S. 47Section 47 regulates and maintains funds under sections 44, 45, and 46 under Board of Governors' supervision.
- S. 48Section 48 mandates the preparation and approval of the University's Annual Report by the Board of Management and Governors, and its submission to the Visitor and State Government.
- S. 49Section 49 mandates the preparation, audit, and submission of the University's annual accounts and balance sheet to the Board of Governors and the State Government.
- S. 50Section 50 establishes that certified University documents or register entries by the Registrar are admissible as prima facie evidence.
- S. 51Section 51 outlines procedures for the dissolution, mismanagement handling, and suspension of the university's board by the State Government.
- S. 52Section 52 allows the University's administration costs during management takeover to be funded by its endowment, general, or development funds, or by selling its assets if needed.
- S. 53Section 53 allows the State Government to issue orders to resolve issues with the Act, but only within two years of its commencement.