Equal Opportunities Cell (EOC)

In pursuance of the provisions contained in the UGC (Promotion of Equity in Higher Educational Institutions) Regulations, 2012, and in compliance with UGC D.O. No. 1-2/2024 (SCT/Circular) dated 10th January 2025, regarding establishment of Equal Opportunity and SC/ST Cells in Higher Educational Institutions, we are pleased to constitute the Equal Opportunities Cell (EOC) at Rayat Bahra Professional University, Hoshiarpur. The Equal Opportunities Cell shall function as a statutory facilitation and grievance redressal mechanism to ensure equity, inclusion, and non-discrimination in all academic and administrative processes of the University.

Composition of the Committee

Sr.no.	Member Details	Designation
1	Dr. Jarnail Singh, Director & HOD, University School of Computer Application	Chairman
2	Mr. Mohit Chander, Faculty Representative	Member
3	Student Representative (1st year students preferably from disadvantaged group) to be nominated by the Chairman	Member
4	Ms. Rashmi Sharma	Educationist / Advocate / NGO Representative
5	Dr. Priyanka Puri, Nodal Officer	Member Secretary

Functions

A. Grievance Redressal

Address complaints relating to discrimination, harassment and denial of equal opportunity.
Recommend corrective and disciplinary measures to competent authorities.
Ensure confidentiality and time-bound resolution.

B. Student Support & Inclusion

Provide academic support, mentoring, and counselling to disadvantaged students.
Facilitate access to scholarships, fellowships, and welfare schemes.
Promote inclusive teaching-learning practices.

C. Policy Implementation & Monitoring

Ensure effective implementation of policies in admissions, scholarships, and recruitment as per norms.
Monitor compliance with UGC directions issued from time to time.
Maintain database of students and staff belonging to disadvantaged groups.

D. Compliance of PwD Act, 2016

Ensure barrier-free access to infrastructure (ramps, lifts, accessible toilets, signage).
Provide assistive technologies, scribes, and examination accommodations.
Implement various provisions under the Act.

E. Coordination

Coordinate with different committees like SC/ST Cell, PwD Cell, Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), Anti-Ragging Committee etc.
Submit periodic compliance reports to university authorities and UGC (as required).

F. Awareness & Capacity Building

Organize sensitization programmes, workshops, and outreach activities.
Promote awareness about constitutional values, equality, and diversity.

Scope and Applicability

The provisions of the Equal Opportunities Cell shall apply to all students, faculty members, and staff of the University.

Tenure / Duration

The Equal Opportunities Cell / Committee shall remain in force for a period of three (03) years from the date of issuance of this notification or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

Sd/-
Vice Chancellor
Rayat and Bahra Professional University
Hoshiarpur

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