This checklist is a list of items, documents and information that is to be covered/captured on a
website run by HEI for provision of ODL or Online Learning.
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1 | Display the UGC Online/ODL Application as a self-disclosure document | Regulatory & Application |
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2 | Showcase compliance with Eligibility Criteria: NAAC grade (3.01+), NIRF rank, Establishment information | Regulatory & Application |
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3 | Display a joint declaration by authorised signatories, including the Registrar and Director of CIQA, confirming compliance with UGC guidelines and documentation | Regulatory & Application |
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4 | Display the Act/Statutes/Memorandum of Association that empower the HEI to offer ODL/OL programmes | Regulatory & Application |
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5 | Display copies of letters of recognition from UGC and other statutory/regulatory authorities | Regulatory & Application |
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6 | Publish approvals from HEI's statutory/regulatory/management bodies for running Online programmes | Regulatory & Application |
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7 | Document and display a detailed strategy for Online programme delivery | QC |
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8 | Showcase adherence to Quality Assurance Guidelines for learning materials | Regulatory & Application |
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9 | Display information regarding the appointment of CIQA Node and Committee at HEI | QC |
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10 | Showcase the annual CIQA Report | QC |
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11 | Upload a complete third-party audit report (every 5 years) | QC |
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12 | Publish information regarding the appointment of staff and mentors as specified by the UGC | Staff & Admin |
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13 | Regularly showcase the completion of ODL/OL training by administrative staff, counselors, coordinators, and mentors | Staff & Admin |
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14 | List HEI entitled Online/ODL programs, including expected enrolment and learning outcomes, as well as details on student eligibility, curriculum, teaching methods, examinations, and course fee structure | Program Details & Operations |
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15 | Display information on the syllabus and readings, counselling/mentoring contact points, faculty details, supporting staff, learner support centres, including addresses, contact details, working hours, and schedule | Program Details & Operations |
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16 | Upload program brochures/guides containing information such as the name of the programme, duration, program structure and credits, eligibility, fees, and course structure | Program Details & Operations |
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17 | Mention 'Self Learning Material' details including faculty name, preparation date, and last update for ODL Programmes. For Online programmes, mention details about 'E-Learning Materials' in the 4 Quadrants format | Program Details & Operations |
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18 | Display the course fees for each approved Online/ODL program on websites and brochures, broken down by semester or year | Program Details & Operations |
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19 | Mention date-sheets for admissions, registration, re-registration, counselling/mentoring, assignments, feedback, examinations, and result declarations, etc. | Program Details & Operations |
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20 | Provide details of the conduction of proctored examinations for students | Program Details & Operations |
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21 | Provide information on Technology facilities (for ODL) to conduct fair and transparent examinations | Program Details & Operations |
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22 | Clearly showcase the Online Application Portal/Form and Admission Process | Technology |
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23 | Display the HEI's addresses for operations and admin, support centres, exam centres, etc. | Support & Feedback |
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24 | Prominently display information/system related to the Complaint Handling Mechanism on the homepage | Support & Feedback |
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25 | Clearly mention the process for feedback mechanisms on the design, development, delivery, and evaluation of learner performance, including contact points | Support & Feedback |
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26 | Publish Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | Support & Feedback |
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27 | Share information about the Learner Support Systems (LSS) implemented at the HEI | Support & Feedback |
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28 | Mention the forms of fee acceptance, including online transfer, bank draft, or pay order, etc. | Support & Feedback |
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29 | Mention and implement fee waiver and scholarship schemes as per government orders | Fee Payment |
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30 | Publish year-wise and programme-wise learner enrolment data for degrees or diplomas awarded | Fee Payment |
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31 | Preserve complete records and produce them when required by statutory authorities or the government | Record Keeping |
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32 | Add information about the university, including information about leadership | Record Keeping |
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33 | Add blogs and organic content to generate website traffic | Record Keeping |
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34 | Provide a subject-wise split of faculty (if available) | Good to have |
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35 | Showcase awards and recognitions received by the HEI | Good to have |
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36 | Capture the number of total students, departments, partnerships, etc., including offline learning, to showcase university prowess | Good to have |
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37 | Create a student corner for broadcasting information and provide student login if the LMS system is connected to the main website | Good to have |
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38 | Showcase student and recruiter testimonials for credibility | Good to have |
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39 | Capture learning outcomes/highlights, skills covered, or tool proficiency gained | Good to have |
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40 | Explain the OL/ODL mode of learning and its benefits | Good to have |
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