A three days Faculty Development Program was successfully conducted on 6th June & 7th June 2024, Dr. Rekha Sethi Principal, IQAC Co-ordinator Dr. L Jayapandian, Heads of all the departments were present. The Faculty Development Program received an overwhelming response with 65 participants.
Date: 6th June & 7th June 2024, Venue: Auditorium Resource Person: Dr Kasturi L Head, Department of Commerce SBMJFGC, KGF
The Internal Quality Assurance Cell organized a Faculty Development Programme on Research methodology and Academic writing.
To acquaint Faculty Members with Research Methodology and Academic Writing. Required for their overall development to all the teaching Faculty members to upgrade their knowledge in research.
Faculty Development Program where various related sub-topics were discussed in detail by eminent educationists and a very beneficial academic environment was experienced by the participants.
Institutional Practice of Faculty Self-Appraisal for Quality Enhancement
Introduction
The institution has established a structured Self-Appraisal System as an Internal Quality Assurance Cell to evaluate and enhance the performance of faculty members. The Self-Appraisal process is coordinated by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and is conducted at the end of every academic year.
A committee consisting of the Principal, IQAC Coordinator, and Heads of the Departments oversees the entire process. The IQAC issues a Self-Appraisal Booklet to all faculty members, which captures academic, research, administrative, and professional contributions during the academic year. The completed self-appraisal forms are submitted to the IQAC Coordinator, consolidated, and forwarded to the Head of the Institution for review.
The Principal, as the Head of the Institution, provides comments, feedback, and suggestions based on the appraisal, which helps faculty members improve teaching effectiveness and overall quality of education.
Objectives of Self-Appraisal
To collect structured feedback on the performance of individual faculty members.
To encourage self-reflection and bring positive changes in teaching–learning behaviour.
To provide reliable performance data to the Head of the Institution for academic planning.
To support the professional growth and development of faculty members.
To facilitate career advancement and promotional goals of faculty members.
Description of the Practice
Self-Appraisal is considered a vital tool to measure the performance of faculty members and to optimally utilize their academic and professional potential within the institution. The appraisal system evaluates faculty performance systematically with respect to subject delivery, research contributions, student mentoring, and institutional responsibilities.
The process focuses not only on assessing current performance but also on identifying future potential for individual and collective development. In recent years, the appraisal process has been referred to by various terms such as performance appraisal, performance review, and performance evaluation, which is been done by Head of the Institution, emphasizing its role in continuous quality improvement.
Through this mechanism, faculty members gain clarity on their strengths, areas for improvement, and merit-based performance, thereby fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
Institutional Policy on Self-Appraisal
The IQAC conducts Faculty Development Programs (FDPs) on relevant academic and pedagogical topics by inviting subject experts.
Faculty members are motivated and encouraged to present and publish research papers in reputed journals.
Financial support is provided to faculty members for research publication and academic participation.
Student feedback is collected subject-wise for every academic year to assess teaching effectiveness.
Faculty members are encouraged to utilize real-world examples and experiential learning methods in classroom teaching.
Composition of the Self-Appraisal Committee
Sl. No.
Name
Designation
1
Dr. Rekha Sethi
Principal
2
Dr. Jayapandian L.
IQAC Coordinator
3
Dr. B. K. Manjula
Teacher Member
4
Dr. Kasturi L.
Teacher Member
5
Mr. Tony Lazarus Prem Kumar J
Teacher Member
6
Ms. Roselin K
Teacher Member
7
Ms. Louisena Vinoth Priya L
Teacher Member
8
Mr. Kalaichalvan A
Teacher Member
Outcome of the Practice
Improved teaching quality through structured feedback and reflection.
Enhanced faculty participation in research, publications, and FDPs.
Better alignment of individual goals with institutional objectives.
Strengthened academic planning and decision-making by the management.
Promotion of a quality-oriented and performance-driven academic culture.
Conclusion
The Self-Appraisal system implemented by the institution serves as an effective quality assurance practice under the guidance of IQAC. It promotes transparency, accountability, and continuous professional development among faculty members, thereby contributing significantly to the enhancement of academic standards and institutional excellence.
The Post Graduate Department of Commerce at Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain First Grade College, Robertsonpet, KGF, organized a two-day workshop titled “SPSS, Excel, and R-Programming” on 22nd and 23rd May 2025.
The event was approved by AICTE, affiliated to Bengaluru North University, and accredited by NAAC. This skill-based training program ran from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM each day, offering hands-on learning in data analysis tools. It was conducted in collaboration with Central Depository Service Indian Ltd., with sponsorship from the One Day Young Investor’s Programme. Srikanth Reddy, Associate Manager, was the designated resource support for the event. The workshop focused on practical applications in statistical data analysis using SPSS, Excel, and R. Key areas included collection and tabulation of data, measures of central tendency, dispersion, and frequency distribution.
It also covered types of statistical techniques, scales of measurement, and data visualization. Advanced topics like inferential statistics, factor analysis, and reliability analysis were also discussed. The two main resource persons were Dr. G. Kumarapandiyan from VIT, Chennai, and C. Arun Kumar, an analytics expert from Chennai. Sri Mahender Kumar Munoth, Managing Trustee, and Dr. Rekha Sethi, Principal of SBMJC KGF, served as patrons for the program.
The workshop was convened by Dr. J. Anthony Gruze Thangaraj, Head of the PG Department of Commerce. The organizing team included Ms. Shamala S, Assistant Professor, and Mr. Mayur Wedeyar. The workshop was open to only 80 participants, ensuring personalized attention and interaction. The registration fee was ₹250, which covered food, refreshments, and training materials.
Participants engaged in live data exercises and real-time problem-solving using the three tools. The workshop enhanced the analytical skills of faculty, researchers, and students in applied
statistics. It was an excellent platform for building expertise in statistical software essential for research and business. The program was well received and praised for its structured curriculum and expert-led sessions. Participants received e-certificates upon completion, marking their successful upskilling journey.
The Department of Computer Science BCA Students Presented and published paper in Kristu Jayanthi College Bengaluru
Title of the Conference : Vikas Bharath 2047:Neo-Human Intelligence & Next Gen technologies
Date: 11-02-2026
Faculty In-charge : Mr. Dileep D , Assistant professor- SBMJFGC-KGF
Total Number Of Students Attended:07
outcome of the Conference:
Human–AI Collaboration Development of Neo-Human Intelligence where humans and Artificial Intelligence work together to improve productivity and decision-making.
Advanced Digital Infrastructure Strong nationwide digital connectivity through initiatives like Digital India to support innovation and smart services.
Smart Governance Use of AI, blockchain, and data analytics for transparent, efficient, and corruption-free government systems.
Next-Generation Education Integration of AI, robotics, and skill-based learning in schools and universities to prepare youth for future careers.
Healthcare Transformation AI-based diagnostics, telemedicine, and precision medicine to improve healthcare access across rural and urban India.
Innovation & Startup Growth Promotion of startups and research under programs like Startup India to build global technology leaders.
Smart Cities & Sustainable Development Development of smart cities using IoT, renewable energy, and green technologies for a sustainable future.
Cybersecurity Strengthening Advanced cyber defense systems to protect national data and digital infrastructure.
Economic Growth through Emerging Technologies Expansion in sectors like AI, quantum computing, space tech, and biotechnology to make India a global technology hub.
Inclusive Development Technology-driven growth ensuring opportunities for all sections of society, including rural communities and women empowerment.
The Department of Computer Science faculties Mr. Siddarama S Head, Department of computer science andMr. Teekshith Kumar M ,Assistant Professor presented and Published paper in 7th International Conference
Place : Vijaya College ,Jayanagar 11th main, 4th Block Bengaluru
on : 24th January 2026
Theme Of Conference : The Relevance of Vedic Science in the Modern Artificial Intelligence world
Title of the paper :Artificial Intelligence in Health, Culture and Medicine With Vedic Science
Mr. Teekshith Kumar received Best Paper and best Presentation Award
ISBN Number : 9-788199-795525
Outcome of the Conference:
Ethical AI Framework Development Principles from Vedic texts such as the Bhagavad Gita promote dharma (righteous conduct), helping design AI systems aligned with moral responsibility and human welfare.
Holistic Problem-Solving Models Vedic philosophy emphasizes interconnectedness (Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam concept), encouraging AI systems that consider social, environmental, and human impact rather than isolated optimization.
Knowledge Representation and Logic Ancient logical systems from Nyaya Sutras contribute to structured reasoning approaches similar to rule-based AI and symbolic logic models.
Consciousness Studies and Cognitive AI Insights from Upanishads about mind and consciousness inspire advanced research in Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and cognitive computing.
Algorithmic Thinking Roots Structured mathematical reasoning found in Vedic mathematics supports optimization algorithms, rapid calculations, and computational efficiency in AI systems.
Natural Language Processing (NLP) Advancement The grammatical precision of Sanskrit, formalized by Panini in the Ashtadhyayi, provides a rule-based linguistic structure useful for computational linguistics and NLP design.
Human-Centered AI Development Vedic emphasis on balance between intellect and ethics encourages development of AI technologies that prioritize human well-being over pure automation.
Sustainable Technological Innovation Vedic ecological perspectives promote sustainable AI infrastructure and responsible data center management to reduce environmental impact.
Interdisciplinary Research Expansion Integrating Vedic philosophy with AI fosters collaboration between computer science, psychology, philosophy, and cognitive neuroscience.
Cultural Preservation through AI AI technologies can digitize, analyze, and preserve Vedic manuscripts, ensuring long-term cultural continuity and scholarly accessibility.
