- Overview
- Vision and Mission
- Constitution - Exam Committee
- Eligibility Criteria and Guidelines
- Evaluation Scheme
- Links
- Notifications
- Downloads
- Online Exam Fee Payment
- Credit/Grade Evaluation
- Grievances Redressal
- Best Practices and Green Practices
- Capacity Building Program
- Graduation Ceremony
- Guidelines (Scribe, Sports, NSS, NCC)
- Contact
Examinations
Examinations
Overview
Vaagdevi Degree and PG College is an autonomous college affiliated to Kakatiya University. The College has the freedom to prepare its own syllabi and conduct internal and end-semester examinations. This enables the College to maintain an effective and student-friendly examination system. Degrees are awarded by Kakatiya University, with the name of Vaagdevi Degree and PG College mentioned on the degree certificates.
The Autonomous Examination Branch was established in 2024 to manage and coordinate all examination and evaluation activities of the College. The Branch functions under the guidance of the Principal (CCOE) and in coordination with the Controller of Examinations, Additional Controller of Examinations, Examination Committee, Academic Administration (BOS) and Examination Branch Staff.
The Branch ensures that examinations and evaluation processes are conducted smoothly, fairly, securely, and on time. Since its establishment, the Examination Branch has continuously improved its systems and adopted technology to make examination-related activities more efficient.
Major Responsibilities
The Examination Branch is responsible for:
- Preparing and publishing the examinations calendar.
- Planning and conducting internal and end-semester examinations.
- Ensuring the secure and fair conduct of examinations.
- Addressing grievances related to malpractice and other examination matters.
- Processing and publishing accurate results on time.
- Issue of degree certificates and other examination-related documents.
- Reviewing and analysing the examination results and sharing the reports with the concerned departments.
- Conducting regular meetings to plan and review the examination related activities.
- Providing online verification of student documents.
- Orienting newly recruited faculty members on examination rules and procedures.
The Examination Branch is committed to maintain fairness, transparency, accuracy, efficiency, and integrity in all examination-related activities.
Vision & Mission
Vision
To provide excellent assessment through honesty, accuracy, innovation, and transparency.
Mission
- To use a safe and automated examination system that makes the examination process secure, fair, and efficient.
- To conduct fair and accurate examinations and provide results in time.
- To support outcome-based education and help improve the quality of the curriculum.
- To follow all academic and government rules and regulations and maintain high standards in the examination process.
Constitution - Exam Committee
Exam Committee
| S.No | Name of the Member | Designation | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Dr A. Sheshachalam | Principal | Chief Controller of Examinations |
| 02 | Dr P Harender Reddy | Vice-Principal | Member |
| 03 | Dr C Dattatreyulu | Controller of Examination | Member |
| 04 | Dr G Raja Prasad | Co-ordinator IQAC | Member |
| 05 | Sri S. Suresh Kumar | Faculty | Member |
| 06 | Smt S Sravani | Faculty | Member |
Exam Branch
| S.No | Name of the Member | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Sri K Shiva Kumar | Office Assistant |
| 02 | Sri S Sunil | Office Assistant |
| 03 | Sri S Suman | Office Assistant |
| 04 | Sri Sadanandam | Record Assistant |
| 05 | Sri Prasad | Record Assistant |
| 06 | Sri Mogili | Record Assistant |
| 07 | Smt Saritha | Record Assistant |
| 08 | Sri Sridhar | Record Assistant |
| 09 | Smt Padma | Record Assistant |
| 10 | Sri Naresh | Record Assistant |
| 11 | Smt Vijayalaxmi | Record Assistant |
Eligibility Criteria & Guidelines
Attendance
Attendance is marked every hour by the concerned faculty. A student is eligible to write the semester-end exam if He/she has 75% attendance in each subject (Theory and Practicals separately).
- Those students having below 75% of attendance will be allowed to take the semester-end exams on payment of a prescribed condonation fee.
- Students having less than 50% attendance will not be allowed to take the semester end examination, and representation in this matter will not be entertained.
- Attendance status can be checked on the students’ app. Message alerts regarding absence from College are sent to registered parent mobile numbers.
Minimum Passing Marks for UG/PG
- 40% marks in the Semester-end Examination
- 40% of marks in the Aggregate of Continuous Internal Assessment and Semester End Examination
Rules for Promotion
From Odd Semester to Even Semester: A student should have a minimum of 50% attendance in all subjects to be eligible for promotion to the next semester.
From One Academic Year to Another:
- A student must earn a minimum of 25% credits (in academics) in one academic year to be eligible for promotion to the next year and 25% credits for PG.
- A student will be eligible for the award of a degree if he/she has passed in all the subjects and secured the minimum credits specified for the course over six semesters of UG / four semesters of PG.
Maximum Time for Completion of Degree Program
UG degree programme has to be completed within 3 years from the date of admission. If the syllabus is revised, 2 more years are allowed for writing backlogs, with the old syllabus.
PG degree programme has to be completed within 2 years from the date of admission. If syllabus is revised, 2 more years are allowed for writing backlogs, with the old syllabus.
Evaluation Scheme
Continuous Internal Assessments and External End Semester Examinations are conducted as per the norms prescribed in Academic Regulations of concerned UG and PG programs offered by the College.
The evaluation system comprises two components: Continuous Assessments (30 marks) and Semester-end Examination (70 marks).
Continuous assessments include a written test (20 marks, 1-hour duration) conducted on the scheduled dates as given in the Almanac. No retest is conducted except for those deputed by the college to participate in State/National sports events and NCC/NSS activities.
The remaining 10 marks of CIA are based on skill tests in the form of assignments, seminars, group discussions, mini-projects, laboratory work.
Semester-end examinations are conducted by the Examination Branch of the College. Paper setting and evaluation are done by external subject experts. Model papers are made available to the students.
Reporting to the examinations on time is important. A grace period of 10 minutes is allowed to enter the examination hall after which the doors are closed.
Credits Scheme
| Credits | Continuous Internal Assessment (Marks) | Sem End Examination (Marks) | Duration (Hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UG Courses (3/4/5) | 30 | 70 | 3 Hours |
| PG Courses (3/4/5) | 20 | 80 | 3 Hours |
| MBA | 40 | 60 | 3 Hours |
| MCA | 20 | 80 | 3 Hours |
Practical Courses
| Evaluation by Internal Examiners | Evaluation by External Examiners | Semester-End Examination |
|---|---|---|
| Semester I, III & V (UG) | Semester II, IV & VI (UG) | 3 Hours |
| - | Semester I, II, III & IV (PG/MBA/MCA) | 3 Hours |
Semester Backlog Examinations
UG & PG theory and practical backlog examinations are held in the even semester only.
Semester backlog examinations can be taken only three times for a subject under the same syllabus. Thereafter, the student must appear under the revised syllabus, if applicable.
Non-CBCS: To be awarded I/II division for an undergraduate programme, a student must pass all papers within the stipulated 6 semesters. The year and month of passing are indicated in the consolidated memo of marks. Students with backlogs will not be awarded any division.
Malpractice
A student is guilty of Malpractice if found copying, attempting to copy, or possessing incriminating material. Cases of Malpractice are investigated by a committee comprising the Principal, Controller of Examinations, and the concerned Invigilator.
If found guilty during internal assessments, the student will receive zero marks in that paper. In case of malpractice during semester-end exams, all papers mentioned in the hall ticket stand cancelled.
Note: No Internal / Continuous Assessment for Practical Courses (UG & PG).
Revaluation
Revaluation applies to all theory subjects except practical’s and Internal Examination / one-hour SEC paper.
Notification for revaluation is released by the Examination Branch on the day of result declaration. Applications for revaluation after the last date will not be entertained.
If the average marks differ by ≤10% from original marks, the original marks are retained. If the difference exceeds 10%, the average of the revaluation marks replaces the original score, and revised results are declared.
Important Links
- For Apaar ID Creation: https://www.digilocker.gov.in/
- For Kakatiya University: https://kakatiya.ac.in/
Notifications
Latest exam notifications will be listed here...
Downloads
Downloadable exam forms and applications will be listed here...
Online Exam Fee Payment
Pay your examination fee online through the link below:
Credit / Grade Evaluation
Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) R24
AWARD OF GRADE
| Range of Marks | Grade | Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| ≥85 TO 100 | O | 8.5–10.0 |
| ≥70 TO <85 | A | 7.0–8.49 |
| ≥60 TO <70 | B | 6.0–6.99 |
| ≥55 TO <60 | C | 5.5–5.99 |
| ≥50 TO <55 | D | 5.0–5.49 |
| ≥40 TO <50 | E | 4.0–4.49 |
| <40 | F | 0.0 |
| ABSENT | AB | - |
Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) R25
| Percentage of Marks | Grade Point | Letter Grade | Grade Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90-100 | 10 | O | Outstanding |
| 75–89.99 | 9 | A+ | Excellent |
| 60–74.99 | 8 | A | Very Good |
| 55–59.99 | 7 | B+ | Good |
| 50–54.99 | 6 | B | Above Average |
| 45–49.99 | 5 | C | Average |
| 40–44.99 | 4 | P | Pass |
| 0-39.99 | 0 | F | Fail |
| ABSENT | - | AB | Absent |
Formula: SGPA = (C1×G1 + C2×G2 + ... + Cn×Gn) / (C1 + C2 + ... + Cn)
Where C¬1 = Credits of individual Theory / Practical
G¬1 = Corresponding Grade Point obtained in the Respective Theory/Practical
- 1. SGPA is computed only if the candidate passes in all the Theory/Practical papers with a minimum of “P” Grade.
- 2. If a candidate secures “F” grade in Theory/Practical, he/she is considered to have failed in that paper.
- A student is entitled to acquire credits in a subject only on passing the course.
- Any discrepancy in the memorandum of marks should be brought to the notice of the Examination Branch within 10 days from the date of issue.
Grievance – Redressal
The Exam Grievance Committee is headed by the Principal. The Controller for Examination is the coordinator and conducts meetings every month to discuss exam-related issues of students. The committee consists of the Vice Principal, IQAC Coordinator, and senior faculty members. The Grievance Committee discusses and resolves issues as speedily as possible and mails the decision to the concerned students.
Best Practices & Green Practices
Best Practices
- Implementation of secured exam automation system.
- Scheduling a student-friendly exam timetable.
- Facilities for differently-abled students to take their exams.
- Orientation for newly recruited faculty about conduct of various examinations systematically.
- Post Receival of the Apaar Id from the students after the release of the semester end results all grade reports will be updated in the National Academic Depository (NAD) timely, enabling students to access their records via Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) accounts.
Green Practices
- As a green initiative, a paper shredder is used to destroy confidential documents.
- All exam-related notices are sent online, reducing paper usage.
- Proposed onscreen valuation helps reduce paper usage and facilitates quick recycling of answer scripts.
Capacity Building Programme
The Examination Branch Department organized a Capacity Building Program that featured an engaging Outbound for the Administrative Office Staff, IQAC Office Assistant, Examination Branch Members, and IT Team. The sessions were facilitated by Controller of the Examinations in association with IQAC.
The sessions fostered a spirit of teamwork, energy, and rejuvenation, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and well-being in the workplace.
Graduation Ceremony
- Graduation Day is one among the most prestigious events at Vaagdevi Degree & PG College (A), Hanamkonda, marking the successful culmination of the academic journey of our Undergraduate and Postgraduate students. It is a day of pride and celebration, reflecting the College’s commitment to academic excellence, holistic development, and the empowerment of Students.
- The ceremony begins with an invocation and a solemn academic procession, creating an atmosphere of dignity and inspiration. The College Management, and the Principal, along with distinguished guests and dignitaries, addresses the gathering, sharing words of encouragement and vision for the future.
- The highlight of the event is the formal awarding of degrees to the graduates — a moment cherished by Students and Faculty alike. Exceptional achievers are also recognized for their academic distinction.
- Graduation Day is not only a celebration of academic milestones but also a moment of reflection and new beginnings. As our graduates step out into the world, they carry with them the Franciscan spirit of integrity, service, and excellence, ready to make a meaningful impact on the society.
Guidelines (SCRIBE, NCC, NSS & SPORTS)
Guidelines for Benchmark Disability (SCRIBE)
Guidelines for conducting written examinations for Students with Benchmark Disability (RPWD Act 2016) as per the O.M. No.3402/2015-DD-III dated 29.8.2018 of Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.
- Students with benchmark disability should submit the Appendix I (Application for Scribe) available under the Download Section.
- Visually Challenged students should arrange for the scribe by filling Appendix I (Application for Scribe) available under the Download Section.
- Extra time of 30 minutes for 3-hour exam will be given.
- Examination fee is waived for students with benchmark disabilities.
- Eligible scribe will be appointed on request of physically challenged students.
Guidelines for NCC, NSS & Sports Students
Continuous Internal Assessment:
- NCC, NSS & Sports students representing college in National Level events must write CIA-1 (30 Marks).
- If assessment is missed on the scheduled date, a re-exam will be conducted.
- NCC students participating in RD Parade & international sport students are exempted from CIA. Proportionate marks from the external exam will be awarded.
End Semester Examination:
- Registration for End Semester Examination is compulsory for NCC, NSS & Sports students.
- Students missing the scheduled Examination must apply for Supplementary.
Contact
Exam Branch General Enquiry
Landline No: 0870-2455188
Email: vdpgc@vaagdevicolleges.com