The University of Engineering and Technology Roorkee Act, 2020
uttarakhand · 2021
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the University of Engineering and Technology Roorkee Act, 2020
- S. 2Section defines key terms used throughout the University of Engineering and Technology Roorkee Act, 2020.
- S. 3Section 3 grants the Sponsor Trust the right to establish the University of Engineering and Technology Roorkee.
- S. 4Section 4 establishes the University of Engineering and Technology Roorkee as a corporate body with specific governance and operational guidelines.
- S. 5Section 5 mandates the Sponsor Trust to own 10 acres of land, construct 20,000 sqm building with 50% for academic use, equip it worth ₹4 crore, and establish a permanent endowment fund.
- S. 6Section 6 mandates the State Government to issue an authority letter to the Sponsor Trust after verifying conditions, and the Trust must obtain this letter to start university operations.
- S. 7Section 7 prohibits the University from receiving any financial aid from the State Government or affiliated bodies and denies it the power to affiliate institutions.
- S. 8The University of Engineering and Technology Roorkee Act, 2020 prohibits the university from affiliating any colleges or institutions.
- S. 9Section 9 outlines the University's objectives to provide education, conduct courses, promote research, and contribute to societal development.
- S. 10Section 10 grants the University powers to conduct education, research, examinations, and administrative functions.
- S. 11Section 11 ensures equal access to the university for all, with special provisions for Uttarakhand students and limits on enrollment set by UGC.
- S. 12The University shall seek accreditation from the various national University accreditation bodies as per rules
- S. 13Section 13 lists the officers of the University of Engineering and Technology Roorkee, including the Visitor, Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, and others.
- S. 14(1) The Governor of Uttarakhand shall be the Visitor of the University
- S. 15(1) Chairman of Sponsor Trust shall be the first Chancellor of the University, whose tenure shall be of three years
- S. 16Section 16 outlines the appointment process for the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Engineering and Technology Roorkee, specifying terms and committee composition.
- S. 17Section 17 allows the Vice-Chancellor to appoint a Pro Vice-Chancellor with Chancellor's approval, outlining their powers and duties in the Statutes.
- S. 18Section 18 mandates the Vice-Chancellor to appoint deans of faculties as per prescribed status and duties outlined in the statutes.
- S. 19Section 19 appoints the Registrar, authorizes contract signing, record authentication, and custody of University records.
- S. 20Section 20 appoints the Finance Officer by the Chancellor and outlines their powers and duties.
- S. 21Section 21 prescribes the appointment, terms, conditions, powers, and duties of University officers.
- S. 22Section 22 outlines the authorities of the University, including the Board of Governors, Board of Management, Academic Council, and Finance Committee.
- S. 23Section 23 establishes the Board of Governors as the chief governing body of the University, outlining its composition and powers including policy determination and budget approval.
- S. 24Section 24 outlines the composition and roles of the Board of Management for the University of Engineering and Technology Roorkee.
- S. 25Section 25 establishes the Academic Council as the principal academic body to oversee and coordinate the university's academic policies.
- S. 26Section 26 establishes the Finance Committee as the university's principal financial body to oversee and manage financial matters.
- S. 27Section 27 states that the constitution, powers, and functions of the University's other authorities are prescribed in statutes or rules.
- S. 28Section ensures no university actions are invalid due to authority vacancies.
- S. 29The fee of the courses run by the university shall be determinated by the Admission and Fee Regulatory Committee
- S. 30Section 30 outlines the scope for the University's statutes to regulate various operational, administrative, and academic matters.
- S. 31Section 31 mandates the Board of Governors to submit initial statutes to the State Government for approval within three months.
- S. 32The Board of Governors can create, amend, or repeal statutes with state government approval.
- S. 33Section 33 outlines the authority to create rules for various academic, administrative, and disciplinary matters at the University of Engineering and Technology Roorkee.
- S. 34Section 34 mandates the Board of Governors to submit initial rules to the State Government for approval within three months.
- S. 35Section 35 allows the Board of Governors to create, amend, or repeal rules with state government approval.
- S. 36Section 36 mandates written contracts for employees, outlines disciplinary procedures, and establishes arbitration for contract disputes.
- S. 37Section 37 reserves 40% seats for Uttarakhand residents, offers fee rebates, and mandates Group C/D posts for state residents.
- S. 39Section 39 establishes the University's authority to create employee pension, provident, and insurance funds as deemed necessary.
- S. 40Section 40 resolves disputes on membership eligibility by referring to the Chancellor for a final decision.
- S. 42Section 42 fills any casual vacancy in the University's authorities with a member chosen in the same way, serving the remaining term.
- S. 43Section 43 protects university officers and employees from lawsuits for actions done in good faith under the Act.
- S. 44Section 44 establishes initial appointments and terms for key university officials and bodies for three years.
- S. 45The University shall establish a permanent endowment fund of Rs
- S. 46Section 46 establishes a general fund for the University to receive fees, contributions, and donations to cover its expenses.
- S. 47Section 47 establishes a development fund for the University of Engineering and Technology Roorkee, to be funded by various sources for its development.
- S. 48Section 48 regulates the management and maintenance of funds under sections 45, 46, and 47 under the Board of Governors' supervision.
- S. 49Section 49 mandates the University's Board of Management to prepare and submit an annual report to the Board of Governors for approval and onward transmission to the Visitor and State Government.
- S. 50Section 50 mandates the University's financial accounts and balance sheet preparation, annual audit by a ICAI member, and submission to the Board of Governors and State Government.
- S. 51Section certifies university documents certified by Registrar as prima facie evidence.
- S. 52Section 52 outlines procedures for dissolution and management intervention if the university faces issues like mismanagement.
- S. 53Section 53 allows the University's administration costs during management transition to be funded by its endowment, general, or development funds, or by selling university assets if needed.