⚙️ About HEI: AICTE Approval

Introduction

The Master of Computer Applications (MCA) department at NGM College is formally approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi. This approval is a testament to the institution’s commitment to providing high-quality technical education that aligns with the requirements of the global IT industry.

Description

Each year, the AICTE conducts a rigorous “Extension of Approval” (EoA) process. NGM College consistently meets the norms and standards prescribed by the Council regarding the faculty-to-student ratio, laboratory equipment, digital library resources, and built-up area for technical programs.

📜 Key AICTE Compliance Pillars

1. Extension of Approval (EoA)

The college receives an official Extension of Approval every academic year. This document validates the sanctioned intake for the MCA program and ensures that the institution is authorized to admit students for that cycle.

2. Faculty Standards

As per AICTE norms, the department maintains:

  • Cadre Ratio: A balanced mix of Professors, Associate Professors, and Assistant Professors.

  • Qualifications: Faculty members are recruited based on the latest AICTE Pay Scales and qualification mandates (Ph.D./NET/SET).

3. Technical Infrastructure

The AICTE approval mandates specific requirements that NGM College fulfills:

  • Computing Facilities: High-end computer labs with a 1:1 student-to-computer ratio during practical sessions.

  • Smart Classrooms: ICT-enabled learning environments for interactive technical teaching.

  • Digital Library: Subscription to international journals and databases (e.g., IEEE, Elsevier) as required by the Council.

4. Student Development & Welfare

The AICTE framework also monitors:

  • Innovation & Startups: NGM College encourages student participation in Smart India Hackathons and promotes the Institutional Innovation Council (IIC).

  • Anti-Ragging & Internal Complaints: Strict adherence to AICTE’s “Prevention and Prohibition of Ragging” and “Gender Sensitization” regulations.

📂 Public Disclosure of AICTE Documents

In the interest of transparency and as per AICTE’s mandatory disclosure guidelines, the following documents are available for download:

Document Name Academic Year Status
Current EoA Letter 2025 – 2026 [Download PDF]
Previous EoA Letter 2024 – 2025 [Download PDF]
AICTE Mandatory Disclosure 2025 Update [Download PDF]

✅ Principal’s Declaration

“The Department of Computer Applications (MCA) at NGM College is fully compliant with the norms and standards set by AICTE. We ensure that our infrastructure and pedagogy evolve in line with the AICTE ‘Process Handbook’ to provide our students with a competitive edge in the technical landscape.”