Organogram
Maharaja Srischandra College in Kolkata operates under a structured organizational framework to ensure effective governance and administration. Below is an overview of its organizational structure:
- Governing Body: The Governing Body is the apex authority responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the college. Its members include:
- President: Dr. Shashi Panja
- Principal/Secretary: Dr. Shyamal Kumar Chakraborty
- Faculty Members: Prof. Krishnapada Dash, Dr. Sujatra Bhattacharyya, Prof. Kaushik Ghosh
- Non-Teaching Staff Representative: Mr. Sujash Das
- Government Nominees: Dr. Ramapada Bera, Dr. Sajal Kumar Maity
- Nominee of West Bengal State Council of Higher Education: Dr. Abhijit Chakraborty
- University of Calcutta Nominees: Prof. Pijush Kumar Basu, Smt. Maumita De
- Principal: The Principal, Dr. Shyamal Kumar Chakraborty, serves as the chief executive officer of the college, overseeing academic and administrative functions.
- Teachers’ Council: In most colleges, including Maharaja Srischandra College, the Teachers’ Council plays a vital role in academic and administrative decision-making. Here’s an overview of its structure and functions:
- Structure of the Teachers' Council:
- President/Chairperson – The Principal of the college.
- Secretary – Elected from among the teachers.
- General Members – All permanent teachers of the college.
- Functions of the Teachers' Council:
- Academic Planning & Development: Discussing and recommending improvements in teaching methods, syllabus implementation, and academic policies.
- Student Support & Discipline: Providing mentorship, handling student grievances, and ensuring discipline.
- Examination & Evaluation: Overseeing internal assessments, university exams, and evaluation procedures.
- Administrative Consultation: Advising the college administration on academic and faculty-related matters.
- Research & Faculty Development: Encouraging research, faculty development programs, and participation in conferences.
- Cultural & Extracurricular Activities: Organizing seminars, cultural events, and sports activities for students.
- Liaison with Governing Body & University: Acting as a bridge between faculty, the college administration, and the university.
- Finance Sub-Committee: the Finance Subcommittee plays a crucial role in managing financial matters. It ensures proper budgeting, allocation, and utilization of funds while maintaining financial transparency.
- Composition of the Finance Subcommittee: The subcommittee is usually constituted by the Governing Body (GB) of the college and typically includes:
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- Chairperson – The Principal (Ex-officio)
- Convener/Secretary – A senior faculty member or a Bursar (if appointed)
- Finance Officer/Accountant – Responsible for financial record-keeping
- Teacher Representatives – Selected/elected faculty members
- Non-teaching Staff Representative – Typically from the Accounts section
- Governing Body Nominees – Members nominated by the Governing Body
- Government Nominee (if applicable) – In government-aided colleges
- Functions & Responsibilities of the Finance Subcommittee:
- Budget Preparation & Approval:
- Prepares the annual budget for the college.
- Ensures budget alignment with academic and infrastructural needs.
- Fund Management & Allocation:
- Supervises government grants, UGC funds, and college development funds.
- Allocates resources for salaries, scholarships, maintenance, and infrastructure.
- Monitoring Income & Expenditure:
- Reviews fee collections, donations, and other sources of income.
- Ensures that expenses are made within approved budgets.
- Audit & Financial Transparency:
- Facilitates internal and external audits.
- Ensures compliance with West Bengal Government & University guidelines.
- Infrastructure & Development Planning:
- Approves financial proposals for new buildings, labs, and equipment.
- Allocates funds for library, IT infrastructure, and student welfare.
- Salary & Staff Benefits Management:
- Manages disbursement of salaries, provident funds, and other benefits.
- Ensures timely payment of contractual and guest faculty salaries.
- Scholarships & Student Welfare Funds:
- Disburses government-sponsored scholarships (such as Kanyashree, Aikyashree, SC/ST/OBC scholarships, etc.).
- Manages college-funded student aid and merit scholarships.
- Office: These departments manage the day-to-day operations of the college. Office staffs are responsible for administrative tasks, student services, and record maintenance. Administrative staff comprises Head Clerk, Accountant, Cashier, Upper Division Clerk, Lower Division Clerk & Group D staff.
- Student Union: The College Student Union plays a vital role in student representation, welfare, and participation in academic and extracurricular activities in the college. The student union works as a bridge between students and college administration. The structure varies but usually includes:
- President – The chief representative of the students.
- General Secretary (GS) – The main coordinator and spokesperson.
- Assistant General Secretary (AGS) – Supports the GS and acts in their absence.
- Treasurer – Manages student funds, subscriptions, and budgets.
- Cultural Secretary – Organizes cultural events and festivals.
- Sports Secretary – Manages sports activities and student participation in tournaments.
- Magazine Secretary – Oversees college magazine and publications.
- Class Representatives (CRs) – Representatives from different years or departments.
- Sub-Committees: The College operates through various subcommittees to manage different administrative, academic, and extracurricular functions. These subcommittees work under the Governing Body (GB) and assist the Principal in ensuring smooth operations.
- Academic Subcommittee:
- Oversees teaching schedules, syllabus implementation, and curriculum development.
- Recommends new courses and faculty recruitment.
- Manages departmental academic activities.
- Admission Subcommittee:
- Formulates admission criteria and seat allocation.
- Ensures merit-based selection and compliance with reservation policies.
- Manages the online/offline admission process.
- Examination Subcommittee:
- Conducts internal assessments and university examinations.
- Coordinates with Calcutta University, Kalyani University, or respective affiliating universities.
- Ensures fair evaluation and timely results.
- Library Subcommittee:
- Manages library resources, book procurement, and digital access.
- Plans library modernization and student accessibility.
- Research & Development (R&D) Subcommittee:
- Promotes faculty research, projects, and collaborations.
- Encourages students to participate in research activities.
- Facilitates funding applications (UGC, DST, DBT, etc.).
- Students’ Welfare Subcommittee:
- Oversees scholarships (Kanyashree, Aikyashree, SC/ST/OBC benefits, etc.).
- Addresses student grievances and welfare issues.
- Ensures anti-ragging policies and mental health support.
- Discipline Subcommittee:
- Enforces college rules, regulations, and code of conduct.
- Handles disciplinary actions for misconduct.
- Cultural Subcommittee:
- Organizes festivals, cultural programs, and student activities.
- Promotes music, dance, drama, and fine arts.
- Sports Subcommittee:
- Manages sports facilities and inter-college tournaments.
- Encourages student participation in athletics and physical fitness.
- Anti-Ragging Committee:
- Implements UGC guidelines against ragging.
- Provides a help for student complaints.
- Sexual Harassment Committee:
- Implements Bishakha guidelines against ragging.
- Provides a help for student complaints
- Purchase Committee:
- Vendor Selection & Tender Process
- Purchase Approval & Documentation
- Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC): he IQAC is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the quality of education and institutional performance comprises members from various departments and stakeholders. Following works are done by IQAC -
- Implements NAAC accreditation requirements.
- Enhances teaching-learning processes and faculty development.
- Maintains institutional quality benchmarks.
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