The SIKKIM SKILL UNIVERSITY ACT, 2021
sikkim · 2021
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Sikkim Skill University Act, 2021
- S. 2Section defines key terms used in the Sikkim Skill University Act, 2021, including "Academic Council," "Affiliated College," and "Distance Education System."
- S. 3Section 3 outlines the objectives of the Sikkim Skill University to become a leading institution in skill education, offering various training and research programs.
- S. 4(1) (2) (3) There shall be established and incorporated a University by the name of the Sikkim Skill University at Sikki
- S. 5Section 5 states the University is self-financing and cannot receive state grants.
- S. 6The University shall have no power to affiliate or othenruise admit to its privileges any other institution
- S. 7Section 7 grants the University powers to establish rules, conduct activities, confer academic distinctions, award scholarships, and provide online education.
- S. 8Section 8 outlines the University's powers to make special provisions for Sikkim students, arrange for women, create various degrees, prepare instructional materials, recognize other institutions, and establish industry partnerships.
- S. 10Section 10 establishes the University's campus in Namthang, Rateypani, Sikkim, and allows regional centers in India per UGC regulations.
- S. 1210 pre-university or online diplomas, degrees or other academic distinctions
- S. 13Section 13 details the appointment, term, and duties of the Vice-Chancellor of Sikkim Skill University.
- S. 14(1) The Registrar shall be a wholetime officer of the University
- S. 15(1) The Finance Officer shall be a whole time officer of the University
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- S. 19(A) Grade lV employees (B) Grade lll employees (C) Grade ll employees
- S. 20The Governing Body approves the university's budget, regulates examinations, sets policies, and can recommend voluntary liquidation.
- S. 21Section 21 outlines the composition and meeting requirements for the Board of Management of the Sikkim Skill University.
- S. 22(1) The Academic Council shall consist of the Vice-Chancellor and such other members as may be specified by the Statutes
- S. 25(1) There shall be such Faculties in the University as may be prescribed by the Statutes
- S. 26Section 26 specifies that the University's authorities' composition, constitution, powers, and functions are defined by its Statutes.
- S. 28Section 28 disqualifies individuals from University positions if they are mentally unsound, insolvent, convicted of moral offenses, involved in private coaching, or guilty of exam malpractice.
- S. 29Section 29 fills temporary vacancies in university authorities by appointing replacements for the remaining term.
- S. 30Section 30 allows the University to form committees for specific tasks as needed.
- S. 31Section 31 outlines the University's authority to create statutes governing its structure, appointments, employee terms, dispute resolution, scholarships, admissions, fees, and convocation.
- S. 32(1) Statutes how made The Ordinances 33
- S. 35Statutes and the Ordinances made thereunder, own business and of the committees appointed for the conduct of their by th
- S. 36(1) Admission in the University shall be merit
- S. 37Section 37 of the Sikkim Skill University Act, 2021, recognizes university degrees and certificates for employment and further education, and outlines fee structure approval processes.
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- S. 4122 Annual Report 42
- S. 45Section 45 mandates the University's Board of Management to prepare and submit an annual report to the Government and sponsoring body, and outlines employee benefits and governance terms.
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- S. 48Section 48 mandates the university to create a General Fund to receive various income sources including fees, contributions, consultancy income, and donations.
- S. 49Section 49 outlines the permissible uses of the General Fund for the Sikkim Skill University, including salaries, expenses, debt payments, and student awards.
- S. 50The funds established under Section 47 and 48 shall be regulated and maintained in such manner as may be prescribed by S
- S. 51Section 51 mandates the University's financial accounts and balance sheet to be audited by a Chartered Accountant and submitted to the State Government with observations.
- S. 52Section 52 establishes evidence standards and compliance oversight for the Sikkim Skill University, including dissolution notice requirements.
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- S. 54(1) (2) (3) (2) 5s
- S. 56Section 56 outlines the process for the State Government to investigate and potentially de-recognize the University if it fails to comply with the Act.
- S. 57Section 57 mandates the Sikkim Government to notify and investigate potential University violations or mismanagement before considering liquidation.
- S. 59Section 59 allows the university to make necessary orders for resolving difficulties, subject to legislative review and a three-year limit.
- S. 60Section 60 empowers the State Government to issue notifications or orders to resolve any difficulties in implementing the Act's provisions.