Jawaharlal Nehru University faculty slams delays in admissions, PhD process
According to JNUTA, the irregular scheduling would see continuing students beginning classes on 9 July, while first-year students may not complete admissions until late July, with PhD admissions extending into September.The association criticised the exclusion of June 2025 NET candidates from the PhD process, despite many having recently completed their master's degrees. This exclusion exacerbates uncertainty about semester alignment and course durations. JNUTA also accuses the administration of bypassing faculty input on reverting to the university's entrance exams.ADMINISTRATIVE INDIFFERENCEFurther allegations by JNUTA include misuse of the APAR (Annual Performance Assessment Report) mechanism to over-regulate faculty and unresolved promotion cases.The teachers' body expressed dissatisfaction with the administration's inaction, noting that "The VC's avoidance of a scheduled meeting with the JNUTA, despite an earlier commitment, shows the administration's indifference." A mass-faculty delegation is set to approach the vice chancellor's office on 4 July to protest and demand immediate redressal of these issues.EFFORTS TO PRESERVE ACADEMIC STANDARDSadvertisementJNUTA has reiterated its commitment to "saving the university from complete destruction," amid a deteriorating academic climate. The association's concerns reflect broader apprehensions about institutional accountability and transparency, as well as the need for effective administrative practices to support academic and research excellence at JNU. They urge the administration to address these concerns to ensure the university's academic integrity and uphold its standards.(With PTI inputs)- EndsMust Watch
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