Srinagar: The Higher Education Department has issued a fresh directive to all universities and autonomous colleges in Jammu and Kashmir, instructing them to strictly follow the Uniform Academic Calendar and avoid conducting any examinations during notified vacation periods.
The department said the instructions apply to all academic institutions, including the University of Kashmir, University of Jammu, the Cluster Universities of Srinagar and Jammu, and autonomous colleges across the region.
In a communiqué issued by Dr Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, Director Colleges, the department reiterated that the Uniform Academic Calendar notified in May 2022 must be adhered to without deviation.
It reminded institutions that vacations serve a crucial purpose by providing relief to students and staff during harsh winters, foggy conditions or peak summer temperatures, and also allow space for internships, industrial visits and other academic enrichment activities.
The department stated that conducting term-end, supplementary or special examinations during vacations undermines the purpose of these breaks and impacts the well-being of both students and faculty.
“In continuation of the earlier communication, institutions are directed not to schedule any form of examinations during the notified vacation period. All examination-related activities must strictly follow the Uniform Academic Calendar in force,” the communiqué reads.
The Higher Education Department has sought full cooperation from universities and colleges to ensure complete compliance with the instructions. (KNT)
