Checklist for HEI Website


Compliant to UGC ODL & Online Regulations 2020

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.

Sr. No Specific Task / Requirement   Domain / Topic Completion
1 Display the UGC Online/ODL Application as a self-disclosure document
Upload a copy of the UGC Online/ODL Application on the website to show that you've applied for UGC approval.
Regulatory & Application
2 Showcase compliance with Eligibility Criteria: NAAC grade (3.01+), NIRF rank, Establishment information
Prominently display the HEI's NAAC grade (3.01+), NIRF rank, and establishment information to demonstrate eligibility criteria compliance.
Regulatory & Application
3 Display a joint declaration by authorised signatories, including the Registrar and Director of CIQA, confirming compliance with UGC guidelines and documentation
Ensure the display of the joint declaration by authorized signatories, Registrar, and Director of CIQA, confirming adherence to UGC guidelines.
Regulatory & Application
4 Display the Act/Statutes/Memorandum of Association that empower the HEI to offer ODL/OL programmes
Display the university's legal documents (Act/Statutes/Memorandum of Association) that authorize the HEI to offer ODL/OL programs.
Regulatory & Application
5 Display copies of letters of recognition from UGC and other statutory/regulatory authorities
Showcase copies of letters of recognition for HEI approved programs received from UGC and other authorities.
Regulatory & Application
6 Publish approvals from HEI's statutory/regulatory/management bodies for running Online programmes
Publish the approvals from the university's statutory/regulatory/management bodies for running Online programs on the website.
Regulatory & Application
7 Document and display a detailed strategy for Online programme delivery
Share a detailed strategy/plan for delivering online programs on your website. This document can be a PDF/PPT document.
QC
8 Showcase adherence to Quality Assurance Guidelines for learning materials
Provide a declaration of adherence to the UGC-mandated Quality Assurance Guidelines for learning materials of all programs offered.
Regulatory & Application
9 Display information regarding the appointment of CIQA Node and Committee at HEI
Create a dedicated CIQA page on your website, including information about the CIQA Node and Committee established at the university/HEI.
QC
10 Showcase the annual CIQA Report
Implement annual CIQA Reporting and display it on your website.
QC
11 Upload a complete third-party audit report (every 5 years)
Conduct and display a third-party complete audit report every 5 years to ensure quality, possibly through your auditors.
QC
12 Publish information regarding the appointment of staff and mentors as specified by the UGC
Share information about the appointment of staff and mentors, as per qualifications and numbers specified by UGC, for running programs.
Staff & Admin
13 Regularly showcase the completion of ODL/OL training by administrative staff, counselors, coordinators, and mentors
Showcase the completion of ODL/OL training by staff/admin, which may include training on Regulations, Tech Platforms, Pedagogy, Online Examinations, etc.
Staff & Admin
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
List details of Online/ODL programs on the website, including expected batch sizes, learning outcomes, student eligibility, curriculum, teaching methods, exams, and fees for each program.
Program Details & Operations
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
Provide details of the syllabus, readings, counseling/mentoring contacts, faculty, supporting staff, and Learner Support Centers on the website.
Program Details & Operations
16 Upload program brochures/guides containing information such as the name of the programme, duration, program structure and credits, eligibility, fees, and course structure
Upload program brochures with complete program information on the site for prospective students to download.
Program Details & Operations
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
Mention 'Self Learning Material' details, including faculty name, preparation date, and last update for ODL Programs. Similarly, mention 'E-Learning Materials' details for Online programs, including faculty names for each course.
Program Details & Operations
18 Display the course fees for each approved Online/ODL program on websites and brochures, broken down by semester or year
Display course fees clearly for each approved Online/ODL program on your website and course pages.
Program Details & Operations
19 Mention date-sheets for admissions, registration, re-registration, counselling/mentoring, assignments, feedback, examinations, and result declarations, etc.
Mention important dates for various student-related activities on your website.
Program Details & Operations
20 Provide details of the conduction of proctored examinations for students
Provide details of proctored examinations, including timings and usage instructions, on your website.
Program Details & Operations
21 Provide information on Technology facilities (for ODL) to conduct fair and transparent examinations
Share information on the website about all technology deployed for ODL.
Program Details & Operations
22 Clearly showcase the Online Application Portal/Form and Admission Process
Provide a link to the application form on your website.
Technology
23 Display the HEI's addresses for operations and admin, support centres, exam centres, etc.
Display the addresses of your university's operations, admin, support centers, and exam centers.
Support & Feedback
24 Prominently display information/system related to the Complaint Handling Mechanism on the homepage
Clearly demonstrate the complaint handling process on your homepage.
Support & Feedback
25 Clearly mention the process for feedback mechanisms on the design, development, delivery, and evaluation of learner performance, including contact points
Clearly outline the process for learners to provide feedback on delivery and evaluation on your website.
Support & Feedback
26 Publish Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Support & Feedback
27 Share information about the Learner Support Systems (LSS) implemented at the HEI
Share information about and provide access to the Learner Support Systems (LSS) implemented at your university.
Support & Feedback
28 Mention the forms of fee acceptance, including online transfer, bank draft, or pay order, etc.
Clearly state the forms or channels of fee acceptance on your website.
Support & Feedback
29 Mention and implement fee waiver and scholarship schemes as per government orders
Clearly state and implement fee waiver and scholarship schemes as per government orders.
Fee Payment
30 Publish year-wise and programme-wise learner enrolment data for degrees or diplomas awarded
Publish year-wise and program-wise learner enrollment data for degrees or diplomas awarded on your website.
Fee Payment
31 Preserve complete records and produce them when required by statutory authorities or the government
Preserve complete records, from learner applications to program operations, and produce them upon request by statutory authorities or the government.
Record Keeping
32 Add information about the university, including information about leadership
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Record Keeping
33 Add blogs and organic content to generate website traffic
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Record Keeping
34 Provide a subject-wise split of faculty (if available)
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Good to have
35 Showcase awards and recognitions received by the HEI
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Good to have
36 Capture the number of total students, departments, partnerships, etc., including offline learning, to showcase university prowess
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Good to have
37 Create a student corner for broadcasting information and provide student login if the LMS system is connected to the main website
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Good to have
38 Showcase student and recruiter testimonials for credibility
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Good to have
39 Capture learning outcomes/highlights, skills covered, or tool proficiency gained
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Good to have
40 Explain the OL/ODL mode of learning and its benefits
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Good to have