Prospectus

PROSPECTUS OF GOVERNMENT MAMIT COLLEGE

Admission Procedure:

The Semester System in under-graduate level was introduced for the first time in Mizoram from 2011 session. There will be three admissionsonly during the three-year semester course. They are admission into First, Third and Fifth semesters. For the purpose of new admission into First Semester,a formalNotificationshall be issued by the Principal, Government Mamit College tomake it publicthrougheither college Notice Board, Local Newspapers or local TV Channelsas soon as the 10+2 examination results are announced. Subsequent two admissionsfor the Third and Fifth Semesters shall take place after the end of each Second and Fourth semesters.

Students who are willing /seeking to get admission in Government Mamit College shall first obtain a prescribed Admission Form along with Prospectus. It can be had on payment of `100/- from the college Office during office hours.Candidates must read the details of the subject combination given in the Prospectus carefully before filling in the form. The duly filled-in completed Application Form along with the necessary documents as detailed in the Application Form shall be submitted to the college Office on or before the stipulated/specified last date of Form Submission as mentioned in the Notificationby the college.The late-submission of application forms within a month or so shall also be accepted on payment of `200/- as late fee/fine. The college shall receive Application Forms for admission without any discrimination on grounds of caste, creed, colour, religion,sex, etc.

 

The college has an Admission Committee formed under the Authority of the College Principal. All HODs are members of the Committee. The Admission Committee of the college shall be the overall in-charge of the admission matters.The total number of seats for the First Semester (System) shall be fixed by the Admission Committee from time to time.

Admission to First Semester shall be based on the criteria as laid down by the Admission Committee/Mizoram University from time to time.Admission is accepted subject to availability of seats. In case of over-crowding of applications for admission into First Semester; the admission shall be strictly based on the basis of merit of the candidate to be decided by the College/Admission Committee along with otherconsiderations such asmarks secured in the last examination, sports background etc.

 The final decision on admission whether to accept or not the application forms submitted shall rest solely with the college Authority/Admission Committee which may exercise its own terms and conditions. The decision taken by the college Authority/Committeeshall befinal and binding on all concerned.The list of the applicants selected for the admission will be put up on the college Notice Board.

The college also keeps provision to reserve certain seatsfor the physically challenged/ handicapped/disabled persons(applicants under this category should submit necessary documents in support of their claim),educationally backward areas,outstanding sports persons,SC,OBC candidatesas well as college employees,spouse of college employees andchildren of college employees.

Eligibility for Admission:

1. Passed in the Higher Secondary Examination or its equivalent conducted by any recognized Board of the State or Central Government.
2. Candidates passing with Vocational Course, the equivalence may be decided by the College Principals.

Documents to be enclosed:

1. Attested Xeroxed copy of Certificate and Mark sheet of the last examination passed.(The original certificates and mark sheets shall be produced at the time of admission).
2. Two copies of recent passport size photograph.
3. Attested Xeroxed copy of HSLC certificate.
4. Transfer/Migration certificate/Testimonial from the Institution last attended.

Fees structure payable at the time of admission by students:

In the Mizoram College Principals’ Council Meeting held on 26 November 2012 at the Government Aizawl College Principal’s Office Chamber, the existing Fees Structure was revised and brought some changes here and there. Moreover, the Development Fee was  included/added in the existing list of fees. The revised rate of Fees Structure to be collected from the students at the time of admission to the college was placed to the higher Authority for approval. It was approved in Toto by the Government of Mizoram Vide Letter No.C.11011/1/2010-HTE,Dated 4th February 2013 without making any changes. The new fees structure shall be as follows with effect from the Academic Year 2013-2014.

 

Note. (50% each of Admission Fee and Tuition Fee shall be conceded for disabled persons having Identity Card).

Other Collection:

1. College T-Shirt/Form – `. 400/- (For First semester only). Subsequent changes may be made as and when necessary.

Subject Combination:

From the very beginning, the college has beenthe only and purely an Arts college in Mamit Towncatering to the needs of the people.The college imparts instructions in English. Presently, there are six different Departments/Subjects in Government Mamit College.They are English, Economics, Education, History, Mizo and Political science.At present, the college has Core subjects in Economics, Education, History and Political science.The permission for Core in English and Mizo subjects arein the process of obtaining from the Mizoram University.

The Major Indian Language (MIL) taught in the college is only Mizo.In lieu of the Major Indian Language (Mizo),Alternative English is also taught in the college.

The following is the details of subject combination.Students are allowed to choose any Core and combination of the following subjects for the semester system of three year degree course.A student offering Core subject either in Education, Economics, History or Political Science canselect any two subjects from the following groups as seen/mentioned below.

 

 

 

SEMESTER-WISE SUBJECT COMBINATION

(B.A THREE YEARS COURSE SEMESTER SYSTEM)­

 

 

Registration:      

A Student must register his/her name under the Mizoram University at the time of First Semester admission in Government Mamit College.

FEES OF MIZORAM UNIVERSITY FOR THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS.

                       

Migration:                             

A student migrating from other Board/University/Institution and seeking admission (in the Government Mamit College) under Mizoram University shall have to submit Migration Certificate issued by the Board/ University/Institution last studied. However, students who have passed under Mizoram Board of School Education (MBSE) need not submit the same.

Change of Examination Centre:

Under Mizoram University, Examination Centre of a student may be changed from one college to another. But change of Examination Centre may be permitted strictly on the merit of each case subject to approval of the Controller of Examinations, Mizoram University.However, a student shall not be allowed to change the Examination Centre to a College where his/her subjects are not taught.

Examination Form Fill-up:

Matters relating to Examination Form fill-up for appearing end semester examinationfor those students who are below the minimum eligibility of 75% of class attendance as per Mizoram University Ordinanceshall be decided by the meeting of the Moderation Board which may exercise its own terms and conditions. The decision of the meeting shall be final.

 

 

Scholarship:

1. The college shall forfeit the Scholarship of those students who failed to fulfilla minimum eligibility of 75% of class attendance as per Mizoram University Ordinance for appearing in the end semester examination.
2. Co-curricular Activities:

The co-curricular activities can develop leadership quality to the students. Besides academic activities, the College has also excellent and encouraging provision for  co-curricular activities as detailed below. The student has the chance to participate in such activities as inter-college debating competition, essay competition organized at the state level by MZU and other organizations etc.

         1. Students’ Union (SU):

The College has a students’ body/union called “Student Union” (SU) of elected Secretaries. The OBs are elected for every year from amongst the students of the College by secret ballots. The OBs comprised Vice President, Secretary, and other Secretary in-Charges and Assistants. The College Principal is the Ex-Officio President of the Union. The rest of the students are its active members.The Students Unionactively functions and plays a significant/vital role in the College.The elected SU leaders and Principal mostly looks after the common interest as well as affairs of the students’ community in the college at all.The SU works closely with the College Authority and Professor-in-Chargesin organizing various events like College Week, Awareness Campaign,Cultural items, Debating Competitions etc. from time to time. The sole purpose of the Secretaries is to promote the social, literary and cultural objectives and aspirations of the students in the college. It also publishes College Annual Magazine.The SU provides a Forum or aPlatform from where they practicesome sort of domestic self-government amongst themselves.

   2. National Service Scheme (NSS):

The College has also NSS Unit(s). The Programme Officers appointed by the College amongst the Professors in the college look afterall the NSS activities. Under the active supervision of College Principal and Programme Officers, NSS activities are organized from time to time within the College campus and catchment areas. The NSS rendered services to the community and college neighbouring/neighbourhood areas of the college with the active participation of students otherwise called as NSS Volunteers. The NSS activities included tree plantation, construction of public urinals, sanitation, blood donation, observation of important national and international days, social works/services etc. Participation of students in NSS activities and community services enable them to develop their overall personality. The NSS imparts a social sense of responsibility to the students through a variety of social welfare and development activities. The NSS also envisages utilizing free time of students for social work.

 

  3. Students’ Evangelical Union (SEU):

The college has a Students’ Evangelical Union. The Inter-collegiate Students’ Evangelical Union is simply known as Evangelical Union. It is looked after/run by the students and Professor-in-charge. It is a Bible believing Union of Students of like-minded faith who came together and share their testimonies by praying and worshiping and singing spiritual songs.The SEU carry out the vision of the Union Evangelical Students of India (UESI).They train themselves for future leadership and world mission. It is not a Church or a Sect. It is inter-denominational and does not depend on government funds or outside influence, in India or abroad.

   4. Red Ribbon Club (RRC):

The Red Ribbon Club (RRC) is an organization/club organized at various levels under International (UNO), National (NACO), State (MSACS) and Institutional.Red Ribbon carries a variety of meanings and its main objective is to fight against HIV/AIDS by organizingpublic awareness programs,voluntary blood donation, and educating people etc. The vulnerability of the youth towards HIV/AIDS is increasing day by day.The RRC plays a very important role in combating this problem and tries to reduce the rapid spreads of HIV/AIDS among the youths. The RRC includes use of Peer Educators for disseminating awareness among the students through various activities. The Government Mamit College has also a Red Ribbon Club withNODAL OFFICERS appointed by the college andis also taking active part in fighting against HIV/AIDSthrough RED RIBBON CLUB(RRC) with Nodal Officers and Peer Educators with the help of other institutions/organizations at the Institutional level.

 

Other Facilities:

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU):

The College has a Special Centre of IGNOU with a Coordinator appointed by the Regional Centre IGNOU among the teaching faculty members of the College. The IGNOU SpecialStudy Centre offers a number/variety of courses in which students can pursue Under-graduate and Post-graduate studies including Diploma Courses.

Hostel Accommodation:

The College has a Women’s Hostel of its own. The Hostel has a seat capacity of two-bedded-six-rooms to accommodate 16 female students. Soit accommodates students in a twin-sharing basis. However, since thehostel has limited number of seats, it reserves and provides seats to limited number of girl/female studentsof the College coming from outside the Mamit town.

There is a Committee.It will be the in-charge ofadmission and maintenance of the hostel. The hostel is looked after by a Warden and Chowkidar. Intending candidates may apply to the Warden/Principal after completing the process of admission.However admission to the college does not bestow any guarantee or right for hostel accommodation in the college.The hostellers shall pay a minimum of `.1000/- as rent per month.

Library:

The college has a good library. It has over 5000 book volumes and periodicals of different streams. The library also subscribes to a number of local newspapers. There is awell-furnishedand spacious reading roomfor students. Internet connectivity is also provided.Internet and Reprography facilities are provided to the students in the Library Reading Room. E-resources through N-List is also available and Library Automation is being done.

Internet Facility:

The college has now access to internet connectivity through Broad Band.  The facility is available in the Library, Professors’ Common Room and Administration Staff.

Multi-Purpose Hall:

The College has a spacious Assam-typed-tin-roofed Multi-Purpose Hall with more than 100 seating capacity. The hall is being used for conducting examinationand Students’Common Room with various indoor games items/materials where the students can spend their leisure time. The hall is also convenient for organizing conferences, trainings, seminars, cultural programs, etc.

First Aid/Medical Facility:

The first aid/medical facilityis also available in the college at intervals. The collegearrangesmedical help from theDistrict Hospitalas and when necessary. Free medical check-up facility shall be provided to the students and staffs of the college on this day.

 

REGULATIONS ON SEMESTER SYSTEM OF THREE YEARS DEGREE COURSE UNDER MIZORAM UNIVERSITY:

 

1. The Under Graduate Courses shall consist of three academic years with two semesters in each year. Each year shall be divided into two semesters. The first academic year shall comprise of the First and Second semesters, the second academic year - the Third and Fourth semesters and the third academic year - the Fifth and Sixth semesters.

 

1. Each semester shall carry 400 marks and the total marks for the course shall be 2400.

 

1. Each paper in science will carry 100 marks out of which 70 marks are allotted for Theory and 30 marks for Practical. The theory marks (70) will comprise of 55 marks for end semester examination and 15 marks for continuous assessment. The Practical marks (30) shall comprise of 20 marks for end semester examination and 10 marks for continuous assessment. The papers carrying 100 marks without any practical shall comprise of 75 marks for end semester examination and 25 marks for continuous assessment.

 

1. Three class tests, out of which one may be seminar/home assignment, are to be conducted each in Theory and Practical Papers separately for continuous assessment. The average of the best two shall be considered as the marks obtained in the continuous assessment in that paper out of 20 marks. The rest 5 marks may be allocated to the attendance and class room performance of each student.'

 

1. Duration of each theory class shall be one hour whereas for practical it shall be 2 hours.

 

1. The syllabus of each paper shall be divided into five units. Total contact hours for each course paper shall be 50.

 

1. The odd semester shall commence from June till mid-November and the even semester from mid-November till May in each academic year.

 

1. Semester examination shall be conducted twice - October/November for odd semesters and April/ May for even semesters.

 

1. The working days for each semester shall not be less than 90 excluding holidays / sports / exams / semester break/vacation, if any.

 

1. No candidate shall be allowed to appear in any course more than three times (including the regular chance), and no candidate shall be allowed to appear in any course beyond ten semesters of his/her first admission

 

1. A candidate shall register his/her name with the University in the first Semester itself.

 

• A candidate shall be permitted to proceed from the first Semester upto Final Semester irrespective of his/her failure in any of the semester examination subject to the condition that the candidates shall appear for all the arrear papers of each course(s) along with the concerned semester examinations.

 

1. A candidate shall be eligible to appear in the end semester examination only if he/she attends a minimum of 75% of attendance as per University Ordinance.

 

III. Conduct of Examinations

 

1. University shall conduct all End-Semester Examinations.

 

1. All Practical Examinations will be conducted by the concerned college. The concerned colleges will retain 75% of the Practical Examination fee and the rest 25% will be remitted to the University.

 

1. Each College shall have a Moderation Board/Committee to moderate the marks awarded to a candidate through Continuous Internal Assessment and Practical Examinations. The marks awarded in each semester (Continuous Internal Assessment and Practical Examinations) shall be forwarded to the COE, within one month of the completion of each end semester examination.

 

1. The question paper will contain- Very short (Multiple choice), Short answer and Descriptive. The distribution of marks will be as follows:-

 

1. For Full marks 75

1. Section A (Multiple Choice)                10 Questions- 10x1 marks= 10 marks

                                                            (Two Questions from each unit)

 

1. Section B (Very short)                         5 Questions- 5x3 marks = 15 marks

(One Question from each unit)

 

1. Section C (Descriptive)                       5 out of 10 – 5x10 marks = 50 marks

(One out of two Questions from each unit)

 

Total = 75 marks

b) For Full marks 55

a)   Section A (Multiple Choice)                5 Questions- 5x1 marks= 5 marks

                                                            (One Questions from each unit)

 

1. Section B (Very short)                         5 Questions- 5x3 marks = 15 marks

(One Question from each unit)

 

1. Section C (Descriptive)                       5 out of 10 – 5x7 marks = 35 marks

(One out of two Questions from each unit)

 

Total = 55 marks

*** vide Executive Council resolution No. EC:27:5(2) adopted in its 27^th Meeting held on 29^th March, 2011.

 

IV. Classification of Successful candidates

1. A candidate must secure a minimum of 40% of marks (in theory and practical paper separately) in each paper.
2. The marks obtained by a student in all six semesters shall be taken into account while declaring the results.
3. Grades shall be awarded on the basis of marks obtained in each semester.
4. Cumulative grade shall be awarded on the basis of grades obtained in all the semesters.

 

V. Ranking

Subject wise ranking shall be awarded. Top 10 Candidates who pass all the examinations prescribed for each subject in the First Appearance alone in the final results are eligible for ranking / Distinction as per existing Ordinance. Gold medal shall be awarded subject wise only those candidates who secure overall first class first position.

 

 

 

VI. Grading System:

 

 

VIII. ACADEMIC CALENDAR:

• Commencement of 1^st / 3^rd / 5^th Semester Classes:           -              1^st June.
• Examination of 1^st / 3^rd / 5^th Semester:                                    -              17^th October - 4th November.
• Mid-Semester Break:                                                                     -              5^th November – 13^th November.
• Commencement of 2^nd / 4^th / 6^th Semester Classes:          -              14^th November.
• Examination of 2^nd / 4^th / 6^th Semester    :                               -              1^st May – 21^st May.
• Winter Vacation:                                                                              -              17^th December – 16^th January.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IX. B.A Course (2400 Marks)

 

 

• Core subject paper No VIII & XII may be opted out of optional papers.
• Duration of period shall be 1 hour.
• The syllabus of each paper shall be divided into five units.
• Total contact hours for each course paper shall be 50.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

X. Subject Combination:

 

 

Codes of Conduct of the Government Mamit College:

The Government Mamit College maintains the following codes of conduct. All the students and other stakeholders shall abide by it within the college campus.

1. To honor the College Motto “ORA ET LABORA”, meaning “Pray and Work” by all.
2. To attend classes regularly to fulfill minimum eligibility of 75% of attendance as per Mizoram University Ordinance for appearing End Semester Examination. A student shall not be allowed to appear University Examination if he/she fails to satisfy the norms mentioned above.
3. Not to miss the periodic Internal Class Tests and Assignments except on valid reasons.
4. To speak English in the classroom and college campus. Defaulters shall be fined a minimum of Rs. 50/- per day.
5. To wear college Form/T-shirt on stipulated days. Students wearingshort-pants/sports pants/slippers in the collegeshall be treated/viewed seriously with a fine of `.200/- per day. Students should attire themselves Mizo traditional dresses on auspicious days/other special occasions occurred in the college.
6. To switch off the Mobile Phones in the Classroom and Examination Hall.
7. To participate in extra-curricular activities/programmes of the college.
8. To maintain “Good discipline” and “Proper manner” inside the College campus.
9. To avoidrude behavior,brutal actionsand harassment to others inside the Campus.
10. To prohibit “Ragging” in any form.
11. To pay proper respect/regard and obey the Principal, teaching faculty members and other staff members of the college by the students. Disobeying the college Authority shall render the students liable to disciplinary action.
12. To strictly prohibit smoking, smokeless tobacco, chewing pan and other kinds of   intoxicating substances/drinks either with liquor, zawlaidi and grape wine or any kind of drugs within the campus.Offenders will be fined a minimum of Rs 500/-on the notice of the college Authority.
13. To distance from any kind of drugs abuse.
14. To restrict students from taking part in anti-government and anti-national activities.
15. To prohibit strictly practicing “Partisan Politics and its Propagation” inside the campus.
16. To maintain the spirit of integrity in the college.
17. To promote ideas of cooperation, mutual understanding and communal harmony inside the campus. Ideasdeterrent to theintegrity and communalharmony have no room in the Campus.
18. To avoid fundamentalist viewpoints of any kind.
19. To avoid exerting influence over the College Administration for personal benefits and not to jeopardize the interest of othersor all.
20. Outsiders are not allowed within the college administrative area.
21. Prior permission for Leave of absence from the college must be obtained from the Principal.
22. No to refund the fees once paid to the college.
23. Ignorance of vital information put on the College Notice Board is not valid excuse for non-compliance.
24. Not to violate Rules and Regulations of the College/University by the students. Offenders are liable to face penalty/punishment from the College Authority in terms of either expulsion from the college or debars from appearing examination or fined for Rs 500/-.

NAAC Cells:

The College has a Steering Committee of NAACwith a Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator, Principal as the Chairman and all HODs as members. It was formed on 23 June 2006.Besides, the college has 7 Sub - Committees formed in line with the 7 criteria of NAAC. All the Sub-committees are assigned with duties/clear cut activities to be carried out to collect the required information for writing Self Study Report (SSR) for the assessment and accreditation by NAAC.

Nowa Core Committee under the Chairmanship of Principal to look after and supervise the activities of other sub-committees has been added. With this, the college has only eight Cells of NAAC to initiate the activities of NAAC in the college.The various Sub-committees/Cells are as below.

1.  Core Committee.

1. Curricular Aspects Cell.
2. Teaching, Learning and Evaluation Cell.
3. Research, Consultancy and Extension Cell.
4. Infrastructure and Learning Resources.
5. Students Support and Progression.
6. Governance and Leadership:
7. Innovative Practices.

 

Besides; the college has a Beautification Committee.

 

College/UGC Committee:

The college has a Committee known as College Development Committeeunder the chairmanship of the Principal constituted following the instruction from the higher Authority to monitor the overall activities of development of the college so as to maintain transparency. Besides it, the college has also UGC committees. Five different committees are constituted as per Guidelines of the University Grants Commission. They are as follows.

1. Planning Board.
2. Building Committee.
3. Library Committee.
4. Purchase Committee.
5. Advisory Committee and other three more Cells formed underEqual Opportunity Cell/Centre.

Last Working Day of the year:

Every yearon the last working day of the College, before we depart for Christmas, New Year and Winter Vacation, all the college staff members shall assemble with a sumptuous dinner and pray to the almighty God for his mercy and for the best of the college, its staff members and students in the next New Year to come. All the staff members valued it and make it convenient to participate without fail.