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NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council)

Understanding NAAC in Higher Education

NAAC is an autonomous body in India responsible for assessing and accrediting higher education institutions based on quality benchmarks in teaching, research, and institutional functioning.

Glossary Terms
Term
Description
NAAC

National Assessment and Accreditation Council that evaluates the quality of Indian higher education institutions.

Assessment Criteria

Key standards like curricular aspects, teaching-learning, research, and governance.

Grade Accreditation

Institutions receive grades (e.g., A++, A+) based on their performance in NAAC’s evaluation process.

Institutional Self-Study Report (SSR)

A detailed report submitted by institutions outlining quality initiatives and outcomes.

Why It Matters

NAAC accreditation enhances credibility, promotes continuous improvement, and is often required for funding and recognition.