1. The Governing Body of every college shall be responsible for the management of the affairs of the college and may exercise all such power and functions as may be necessary for the purpose. In particular, and without prejudice, the Governing Body of the college shall be responsible for ensuring-

1. That review is made of the results of the college and the University examinations and measures are adopted for academic improvement and maintenance of academic standards; and that working hours and actual teaching days of the college, workload and number of classes engaged for each course/subject taught are in conformity with university Acts and Statutes.

2. That steps are taken for creation of posts and appointment of Principal (or, in the absence of a Principal, of a Teacher-in-Charge).

3. To provide instructional and other services necessary for the efficient operation of the college.

4. That the qualifications and the method of recruitment of the teachers and the conditions of their service are in accordance with the provisions of any law, any rules or orders of Government of West Bengal and UGC, for the time being in force.

5. That the laboratory and other institutional facilities available are adequate for the smooth execution of the various courses.

6. That the buildings in which the college is located are suitable for the purpose for which they are intended and are maintained at a satisfactory state of repair and sanitation.

7. That the library is properly equipped and infrastructure is well maintained.

8. That the financial resources of the college are sufficient to ensure efficient and effective operation of the college.

9. That all information, returns, reports and other materials required by the University and the State Government are promptly collected, prepared and made available to the University and the State Government.

10. That all books, registers, records and accounts required to be maintained, are always updated.

11. That due provision is made for the well-being of students, management of their hostels and messes, health, recreation and sports.

12. That students’ discipline is maintained.

13. That proper assistance and facilities are given to the inspector of colleges and other persons appointed by the University for inspection and report.

14. That directions issued by the affiliating University from time to time are meticulously implemented, and are reported to the University without delay.

15. That all properties and funds of the college are properly controlled and administered.

16. All the members of the Governing Body should be unbiased and impartial in their decision-making.

2. The college through its Governing Body may enter into contracts for its students which are not inconsistent with the University statutes and regulations, providing for rights, benefits, and facilities to be enjoyed by students and specifying the terms upon which they are given or made available.

3. The Governing Body may appoint Academic Sub-Committee, Finance Sub-Committee and other Committees as it may deem fit, to advise the Governing Body for the efficient administration of the college. Such Sub-Committees may include teachers and non-teaching employees of the college other than the members of the Governing Body. The Principal shall be the chairperson of all such Sub-Committees.

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