Not linked with any private agencies, NAAC clarifies to state's higher educational institutes

The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has advised the higher education institutions in Karnataka not to fall prey to the assistance extended by any organisation or individual in applying to NAAC’s assessment and accreditation process.

Following information about some private agencies and individuals posting on their websites about extending assistance in applying for NAAC process, the NAAC has issued a public notice and has warned the higher education institutions to be careful about such claims and also clarified that the NAAC is neither associated with any such agencies nor does it encourage association with the same.

The public notice issued by the NAAC reads: “It has come to the notice that many private companies/agencies and individuals have posted on websites and are contacting institutions offering their assistance for applying to NAAC’s assessment and accreditation process. It is also learnt that they are trying to lure such institutions with claims that they will secure better grades if they approach such agencies or individuals for assistance. It is also learnt that some of these agencies/individuals also claim to be well-versed and knowledgeable about the internal working of NAAC. In this regard, NAAC would like to inform all higher education institutions that it is neither associated with such agencies/individuals nor does it encourage association with the same.”

A senior official of NAAC said, “The entire process of NAAC is ICT-driven and completely transparent. In case of any queries, the institutions concerned can contact NAAC directly through the help desk.”