Framework is a methodology adopted by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to rank institutions of higher education in India. What is the purpose of NIRF? • The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) was launched in 2016 to rank higher educational institutions in the country based on objective criteria to promote competitive excellence in the higher educational institutions. Is NIRF ranking important? • NIRF ranking is one of the key decision criteria for taking admission in the institute. Education institute or university having higher NIRF Ranking can get more student admission interest. Who decides NIRF ranking? • The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) is a methodology adopted by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to rank institutions of higher education in India. The Framework was approved by the MHRD and launched by Minister of Human Resource Development on 29 September 2015. How are colleges ranked in India? • NIRF provide ranking to various colleges and universities based on different parameters like their overall Performance, Teaching, Learning and Resources (TLR), Research, Professional Practice (RP), Outreach and Inclusivity (OI), Graduation Outcome (GO), and Perception (PR). Is NIRF approved by Aicte? • Yes, it is recognized by UGC and AICTE both. University is well known in the field of research and innovation that it get considerable funds from MHRD through Department of Science and Technology for research and innovations. National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) • The National Assessment and Accreditation Council is a government organisation in India that assesses and accredits Higher Education Institutions. It is an autonomous body funded by the University Grants Commission and headquartered in Bangalore. What is the purpose of NAAC? • About NAAC. The NATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND ACCREDITATION COUNCIL (NAAC) conducts assessment and accreditation of Higher Educational Institutions (HEI) such as colleges, universities or other recognised institutions to derive an understanding of the 'Quality Status' of the institution. What is NAAC accredited means? • Assessment is a performance evaluation of an institution and /or its units and is accomplished through a process based on self-study and peer review using defined criteria. Accreditation refers to the certification given by NAAC which is valid for a period of five years. What are the 7 criteria of NAAC? • NAAC Criteria: What are NAAC Accreditation Criteria? # Curricular Aspects. # Teaching, Learning, and Evaluation. # Research, Innovation, and Extensions. # Infrastructure and Learning Resources. # Student Support and Progression. # Governance, Leadership, and Management. # Institutional Values & Best Practices. www.upGradDisha.com