1. Introduction

Shri Shivaji Mofat Education Society, Kandhar, Tal. Kandhar, Dist., Nanded was established in 1948 on Shiv Jayanti (the birth anniversary of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj). This is the parent institute of our college Shri Shivaji College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Kandhar, Dist. Nanded. The college was established in June 1959.

Marathwada region of Maharashtra State was enduring injustice and ill-treatment under the reign of Nizam of Hyderabad. Kandhar Tahsil in Nanded district of Marathwada Region of Maharashtra State is known as economically, socially, culturally, and educationally backward. During the rule of Nizam educational facilities were inaccessible and insufficient. Students had to move to a city or district place for matriculation and higher education. At taluka level, only primary education was provided and that too was in Urdu medium, which led to cultural & linguistic slavery. In such an extremely difficult situation the Founder and Administrator of our institute Hon. Dr. Keshavraoji Dhondge, Ex-M. P., Ex-M.L.A., Veteran Freedom Fighter, had faced innumerable difficulties in his educational career. He was brought up by his mother Matoshri Muktai because of the sad demise of his father Shri Shankarraoji Dhondge in his natal age. Hon. Dr. Keshavraoji was very much interested and keen about his own higher education. While pursuing his higher studies he faced many difficulties and obstacles. He had many bitter experiences. Through these experiences he built up his career and nurtured his personality. Then he resolved to contribute his share in the historical, epoch making and constructive enterprise of social, cultural and education prosperity of the under privileged and downtrodden. He was greatly inspired and guided by his mother for this constructive work. He received emotional, financial, social strength and co-operation from his friends and colleagues. He has patriotic sense in this educational enterprise

To achieve the goal of, “the betterment and prosperity of the deprived”, he with the help of his colleagues established Shri Shivaji Mofat Education Society at Gaul, a small village in Kandhar Tahshil, which was well known for its social tendency to fight against injustice. The motto of this Sanstha is “Knowledge is Life! Ignorance is Death!!” (Vidhya hech Jiwan!! Awidya hech Maran!!)

Hon. Dr. Keshavraoji Dhondge resolved to impart education and knowledge to the wards of the down-trodden, poverty-stricken people, unfortunate farmers and laymen of this region. He believed in the power of knowledge. In his task his colleagues, Hon. Shri Gurnathrao Kurude (EX M.L.A., Veteran Freedom Fighter), and many others co-operated him constantly. All the poor people in the vicinity of Kandhar extended to him all possible help in this mission.

Hon. Dr. Keshavraoji Dhondge Saheb gave a significant contribution in establishing Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University at Nanded. He took a very strong stand in the State Assembly to establish a separate university for Nanded region.

Hon. Dr. Keshavraoji Dhondge Saheb was honoured on the occasion of his birth centenary year in both the houses of Maharashtra State in Vidhansabha (State Assembly) and Vidhanparishad (Legislative Council) by Hon. Chief Minister Shri Eknath Shinde, Hon. Deputy Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnvis and Vidhansabha Speaker Hon. Dr. Rahulji Narvekar for his extraordinary parliamentary, social and educational work.

For the last 64 years the existing governing body of the institution has been striving hard to achieve its goals and aims and continuously enterprising to provide quality higher education to the socially, economically, cultural and geographically backward students.

During the initial stages, the college provided free education and hostel facility to the students and hence the name of our college was “Shri Shivaji Mofat College” but because of the state governments directives, we had to change the name as Shri Shivaji College. Most of the students who come for admission are from economically weaker section of the society. Our college is run “Not-for-profit” which is special character liked by the community

2. Vision & Mission

2.1 Vision:

Vidya hech jiwan! Avidya hech maran !!

“Knowledge is life ! Ignorance is death”

2.2 Mission:

The mission statement of our institution is:

• To make the students aware of the career opportunities available through the programmes offered to them.
• Refine the personality of the students with positive approach and purposeful skills.
• To mould the character of students through value based education.
• To identify the eligible students in the area deprived of taking higher education.
• To inculcate the values of labor and education through self help.
• To create environmental and social awareness by exposing students to various activities.

2.3 Goals:

The goals of our institution are

• To provide quality education in rural area.
• To mould the character of rural students for their all round development according to the demands of local, state, and national level to inculcate self confidence in them.
• To inculcate patriotism and the realization of their responsibilities towards environmental and social issues.

2.4 Aims and Objectives of the Institute:

1. Eradication of illiteracy
2. To inculcate scientific temperament through a strong academic foundation
3. All sided spread and publicity of education
4. To impart education irrespective of caste, religion, race and sex to the rural public
5. To inculcate the socialistic inspiration among the people
6. To undertake the mission of conducting cultural and sports activities
7. To impart higher education to the downtrodden, backward, landless, farmers, peasants and laymen.
8. To promote quality education to the students belonging to educationally, economically, socially and culturally backward communities
9. To promote and encourage research activities to introduce applied and career oriented innovative programs
10. To inculcate self-confidence and social awareness by organizing various, Co-curricular, and extension activities

2.5 Core Values

• Transparency
• Accountability
• Inclusiveness
• Gender Equity
• Environmental Responsibility
• Continuous Improvement

3. Services Offered to Citizens (Students & Stakeholders)
3.1 Academic Services

• Undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Arts/Science/Commerce (as applicable).
• CBCS/Evaluation system as per SRTM University norms.
• Academic calendar, syllabus, and exam scheme made publicly available.
• Qualified and trained faculty with regular teaching hours.
• ICT-enabled classrooms, library access, laboratories, and research facilities.

3.2 Administrative Services

• Admission through transparent, merit-based procedures.
• Issue of certificates: Bona-fide, TC, Migration, Mark sheets (as per norms).
• Maintenance of student records and prompt response to queries.
• Scholarships and concession processing through government portals.

3.3 Student Support Services

• Career Guidance and Placement Cell.
• Counselling and Mentoring support.
• NSS, NCC, Sports, Cultural activities.
• Anti-Ragging Cell, Women’s Cell, Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).
• Grievance Redressal Cell with defined timelines.

3.4 Infrastructure & Facilities

• Library with reading room, book bank facility, and e-resources.
• Laboratories and computer centre.
• Drinking water, restrooms, CCTV & campus security.
• Ramp and accessible infrastructure for Divyangjan.
• Wi-Fi-enabled campus.

3.5 Community Outreach

• Extension activities under NSS/NCC.
• Environmental awareness, blood donation camps, cleanliness drives.
• MoUs with local institutions for skill development.

4. Service Delivery Standards

5. Responsibilities of the Institution

• Ensure timely academic delivery and student-centric learning.
• Provide safe, inclusive, and discrimination-free campus.
• Maintain transparency in admissions, examinations, and evaluations.
• Offer equal opportunities to all students.
• Publish information through website/notice boards.
• Ensure discipline, punctuality, and ethical conduct.

6. Responsibilities of Students

Students are expected to:

• Attend at least 75% classes (as per University norms).
• Maintain discipline and follow code of conduct.
• Respect faculty, staff, and peers.
• Avoid ragging (Zero-Tolerance).
• Take care of college property and environment.
• Participate actively in academic and co-curricular activities.
• Use grievance mechanisms responsibly.

8. Fee Structure & Financial Transparency

• All fees are charged strictly as per Government and University guidelines.
• Fee details displayed on the website, prospectus, and notice board.
• Receipts issued for every payment.
• Scholarships/fee concessions processed promptly.

9. Grievance Redressal Mechanisms

Committees Available

• College Grievance Redressal Cell
• Anti-Ragging Committee & Squad
• Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) for harassment
• Scholarship Committee
• Student Development Cell
• Discipline Committee

Process

1. Submit written or online grievance.
2. Acknowledgement within 48 hours.
3. Hearing/Inquiry conducted by concerned committee.
4. Disposal within 15 working days.
5. Appeals allowed to the Principal/University as applicable.

10. Information Dissemination

Information will be publicly available through:

• Official College Website
• Notice Boards
• Prospectus and Handbook
• Social Media (if applicable)
• Student Induction Program
• Meetings with Parents & Stakeholders

11. Public Interaction and Feedback

• Annual IQAC feedback from students, alumni, parents, and teachers.
• Suggestion boxes placed at key locations.
• Open-door policy for students to meet HoDs/Principal.
• Regular Parent-Teacher Meetings.

12. Monitoring and Review of the Charter

• Annual review by IQAC.
• Updated versions displayed on the college website and notice boards.
• Suggestions from stakeholders are welcomed and incorporated.

13. Contact Information

Mr. H. N. Ingle Office Superintendent Shri Shivaji College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Nagnapura, Kandhar, Ta. Kandhar, Dist. Nanded Contact No.: 9168900252 Email ID: ssckandhar108@gmail.com Website: http://www.ssckandhar.org/index.php

Dr. S. M. Jogdand I/C Principal Shri Shivaji College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Nagnapura, Kandhar, Ta. Kandhar, Dist. Nanded Email ID: ssckandhar108@gmail.com Website: http://www.ssckandhar.org/index.php