STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (SoP) for General Proficiency
1. Title
Standard Operating Procedure (SoP) for implementation of General Proficiency
2. Objective
- To promote holistic development of students beyond academic learning
- To inculcate discipline, ethical values, and social responsibility
- To enhance communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
- To align student development with the vision of NEP 2020
- To prepare students for professional and societal challenges
3. Scope
This SoP shall be applicable to:
- All undergraduate (B.Tech) students
- All affiliated and constituent institutions of the University
- All semesters (or as notified by the University)
4. Course Structure
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | General Proficiency |
| Marks | 50 |
| Credits | Non-Credit |
| Nature | Mandatory |
| Type | Internal Assessment (Non-Theory) |
5. Components of Assessment
| Category | Marks | Key Evaluation Parameters |
|---|---|---|
| Discipline & Ethics | 10 | Attendance, punctuality, adherence to rules, respect for faculty and peers, ethical behavior |
| Communication & Leadership Skills | 10 | Language proficiency, confidence, presentation skills, leadership, problem-solving |
| Co-curricular Activities | 10 | Participation in debates, seminars, sports, cultural events, social service |
| Teamwork & Collaboration | 10 | Group participation, coordination, cooperation, helping attitude |
| Professional & Technical Skills | 10 | Practical knowledge, digital literacy, innovation, creativity |
6. Evaluation Process
- Evaluation shall be conducted semester-wise
- Assessment shall be based on:
- Continuous observation by faculty
- Participation in activities
- Performance in institutional and external events
- Students may be given opportunity for:
- Self-assessment
- Faculty assessment
7. Implementation Mechanism
- Each department shall nominate a Faculty Coordinator
- A Proficiency Assessment Committee may be constituted at institute level
- Records shall be maintained in:
- Digital format
- Activity log / portfolio of students
8. Documentation & Record Keeping
- Students shall maintain:
- Participation certificates
- Activity reports
- Portfolio of achievements
- Institutes shall maintain:
- Attendance and evaluation records
- Consolidated marks sheet
9. Grading & Reporting
- Marks shall be awarded out of 50
- The score shall be:
- Reflected in Grade Card
- Considered for overall student evaluation (non-SGPA component, if applicable)
10. Alignment with NEP 2020
The course aligns with:
- Holistic Development (Para 4.4)
- Co-curricular Integration (Para 4.8)
- Ethics & Value-based Education (Para 4.27)
- Life Skills & Multidisciplinary Learning (Para 11.5)
- Student Well-being (Para 4.42)
11. Expected Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- Demonstrate discipline and ethical behavior
- Exhibit effective communication and leadership skills
- Participate actively in co-curricular and social activities
- Work effectively in teams
- Apply technical and professional skills in real-life situations
12. Review and Monitoring
- Periodic review shall be conducted by:
- Departmental Committee
- Academic Council (if required)
- Feedback from students and faculty shall be considered for improvement
Official AKTU syllabus
This subject is on page 93, 94, 95 of the original AKTU PDF.