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Minimum Qualifications for Appointment on Teaching and other Academic Posts:

16.2. The self-appraisal or linked Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS) methodology
shall form part of the service agreement/Record.
16.3. Inter-se seniority between the direct recruited and teachers promoted under CAS
The inter-se seniority of a direct recruit shall be determined with reference to the date of
joining and for the teachers promoted under CAS with reference to the date of eligibility
as indicated in the recommendations of the selection committee of the respective
candidates. The rules and regulations of the respective Central/State Government shall
apply, for all other matters of seniority.

17.0. CODE OF PROFESSIONAL ETHICS
I. TEACHERS AND THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Whoever adopts teaching as a profession assumes the obligation to conduct himself /
herself in accordance with the ideal of the profession. A teacher is constantly under the
scrutiny of his students and the society at large. Therefore, every teacher should see
that there is no incompatibility between his precepts and practice. The national ideals of
education which have already been set forth and which he/she should seek to inculcate
among students must be his/her own ideals. The profession further requires that the
teachers should be calm, patient and communicative by temperament and amiable in
disposition.
Teachers should:
(i) Adhere to a responsible pattern of conduct and demeanour expected of them by
the community;
(ii) Manage their private affairs in a manner consistent with the dignity of the
profession;
(iii) Seek to make professional growth continuous through study and research;

(iv) Express free and frank opinion by participation at professional meetings, seminars,
conferences etc. towards the contribution of knowledge;

(v) Maintain active membership of professional organizations and strive to improve
education and profession through them;
(vi) Perform their duties in the form of teaching, tutorial, practical, seminar and
research work conscientiously and with dedication;
(vii) Co-operate and assist in carrying out functions relating to the educational
responsibilities of the college and the university such as: assisting in appraising
applications for admission, advising and counseling students as well as assisting
the conduct of university and college examinations, including supervision,
invigilation and evaluation; and
(viii) Participate in extension, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities including
community service.
II. TEACHERS AND THE STUDENTS

Teachers should:
(i) Respect the right and dignity of the student in expressing his/her opinion;
(ii) Deal justly and impartially with students regardless of their religion,
caste, political, economic, social and physical characteristics;
(ii) Recognize the difference in aptitude and capabilities among students and strive to
meet their individual needs;

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