The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)
ABOUT IQAC
The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at KHIT
The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at KHIT plays a vital role in developing a quality-driven academic environment through continuous assessment, innovation, and institutional best practices.
The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at KHIT plays an important role in maintaining the quality of academic and administrative practices across the institution. It reviews existing processes, identifies areas that require improvement and supports departments in maintaining consistent academic standards.
IQAC also encourages a culture of continuous improvement by bringing quality practices into institutional planning and day-to-day functioning. Through regular review and coordination, the cell contributes to strengthening the overall academic environment and supporting KHIT’s commitment to quality education.
Continuous Improvement
Regular monitoring and quality enhancement.
Academic Excellence
Improving teaching, learning, and outcomes.
Outcome-Based Education
Supporting NBA and NAAC quality standards.
Stakeholder Participation
Collecting and acting on feedback from students, faculty, alumni.
Objectives
- To develop a system for conscious, consistent and catalytic action to improve the academic and administrative performance of the institution.
- To promote measures for institutional functioning towards quality enhancement through internalization of quality culture and institutionalization of best practices.
Vision
To ensure quality culture as the prime concern for Vellore Institute of Technology through institutionalizing and internalizing all the initiatives taken with internal and external support.
Quality Policy
To establish a system of Quality Enhancement, which would on a continuous basis evaluate and enhance the quality of teaching – learning, research and extension activities of the institution, leading to improvements in all processes, enabling the institution to attain excellence.
Strategies
Shall evolve Mechanisms and procedures for :
- Ensuring timely, efficient and progressive performance of academic, administrative and financial tasks.
- The relevance and quality of academic and research programmes.
- Equitable access to and affordability of academic programmes for various sections of society
- Optimization and integration of modern methods of teaching and learning
- The credibility of assessment and evaluation process
- Ensuring the adequacy, maintenance and proper allocation of support structure and services best
- Sharing of research findings and networking with other institutions in India and abroad
Functions
Some of the functions expected of the IQAC are :
- Development and application of quality benchmarks/parameters for various academic and administrative activities of the institution.
- Facilitating the creation of a learner-centric environment conducive to quality education and faculty maturation.
- Arrangement for feedback response from students, parents and other stakeholders.
- Dissemination of information on various quality parameters of higher education.
- Organization of inter and intra institutional workshops, seminars and quality initiatives.
- Documentation of programs and activities leading to quality improvement.
- Acting as a nodal agency for coordinating quality-related activities and best practices.
- Development and maintenance of institutional database through MIS.
- Preparation and submission of the Annual Quality Assurance Report (AQAR) as per guidelines and parameters of NAAC
Benefits
Will Facilitate / Contribute to :
- Ensure clarity and focus in institutional functioning towards quality enhancement
- Ensure internalization of the quality culture
- Ensure enhancement and coordination among various activities of the institution and institutionalize all good practices
- Provide a sound basis for decision-making to improve institutional functioning
- Act as a dynamic system for quality changes in HEIs
- Build an organised methodology of documentation and internal communication
Outcomes of IQAC Activities
- Accreditation – NAAC, NBA, ICAR, ABET, ACBSP, AACSB, NABL, RSC (M.Sc. Chemistry Accredited)
- National Ranking – NIRF
- International Ranking/Rating – QS, Shanghai Ranking, THE, QS BRICS, QS STAR, US News World University Rank, Stanford University Ranking.
- MHRD All India Survey for Higher Education
- Swachh Bharat Summer Internship Program
- Swachhta Ranking
- Feedback from stakeholders
- Fully Flexible Credit System
- Curriculum for Applied Learning
- Promoting Technology Enhanced Learning - MOOC
- Annual Quality Assurance Report
NAAC ACCREDITATION
NAAC Accreditation & Quality Excellence
KHIT is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic quality through continuous assessment, innovation, institutional best practices, and excellence in higher education.
Our Commitment to Quality Education
The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) recognizes KHIT’s commitment to academic excellence, quality assurance, research, innovation, and holistic student development. Our accreditation reflects continuous improvement in teaching, learning, governance, infrastructure, and institutional performance.
NAAC Grade
A
CYCLE
2nd Cycle
CGPA
3.12 / 4.00
Accredited
May 2024
Validity
5 Years
KHIT strives for academic excellence, industry relevance, social responsibility, and continuous improvement in all its academic and administrative practices……
IQAC Resources
The IQAC Committee consists of experienced academicians, administrators, industry experts, alumni, and student representatives who work together to promote quality assurance and institutional excellence.
IQAC CONSTITUTION
The IQAC is constituted in accordance with NAAC guidelines to promote a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and institutional excellence through collaborative participation of academic, administrative, industry, alumni, and student representatives.
Composition of IQAC
1. Chairperson – Head of the Institution
2. Senior Faculty Members (3–8)
3. Management Representative
4. Administrative Officer
5. Alumni Representative
6. Industry Representative
7. Student Representative
8. IQAC Coordinator
S. No.
Academic Year
Links
AQAR Reports
Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQAR) summarize the quality initiatives, academic achievements, and institutional improvements undertaken by IQAC each year.
S. No.
Academic Year
Links
IQAC Meetings & Minutes
The IQAC conducts regular meetings to review quality initiatives, monitor institutional progress, and plan continuous improvement activities. The minutes and Action Taken Reports (ATR) are published for transparency.
S. No.
Academic Year
Links
1
2025-26
Click here
2
2024-25
Click here
3
2023-24
Click here
4
2022-23
Click here
5
2021-22
Click here
Best Practices
The Internal Quality Assurance Cell identifies, implements, and promotes institutional best practices that contribute to academic quality, innovation, sustainability, stakeholder engagement, and the overall development of the institution.
Best Practice 1
Mentor–Mentee System
A structured mentoring system that provides academic, career, and personal guidance to students, improving their overall learning experience.
- Improve student support
- Enhance academic performance
- Career counseling
- Personal development
Best Practice 2
Green Campus Initiative
Promoting environmental sustainability through tree plantation, waste management, energy conservation, and eco-friendly campus practices.
- Environmental Awareness
- Waste Management
- Tree Plantation
- Energy Conservation
Student Satisfaction Survey (SSS)
The Student Satisfaction Survey (SSS) is an important quality assurance initiative conducted by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC). It gathers valuable feedback from students on various aspects of teaching, learning, infrastructure, student support, and institutional services to facilitate continuous improvement.
Survey Objectives
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the teaching-learning process.
- Measure student satisfaction with academic and support services.
- Identify strengths and areas requiring improvement.
- Encourage student participation in institutional development
- Support evidence-based quality enhancement initiatives.
S. No.
Academic Year
Links
1
2025-26
Click here
2
2024-25
Click here
3
2023-24
Click here
4
2022-23
Click here
IQAC Coordinator
The IQAC Coordinator oversees the planning, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of quality assurance initiatives across the institution. For queries related to IQAC activities, reports, accreditation, or quality processes, please feel free to get in touch.
Mrs. Navya Kallam
Executive Director
IQAC Coordinator
Phone
+91 89777 06101
Office
IQAC Office
Administrative Block
KHIT, Guntur
Office Hours
Monday – Saturday
09:00 AM – 05:00 PM