LPCPS is known for delivering knowledge, developing skills plus focusing on the current research and providing opportunities for industry experience which is the requirement of present time. At the commencement of the Academic year the Academic calendar is prepared by the Academic Council. At the beginning of the Academic year the teachers prepare the lecture plan of their respective subjects. The lecture plan is verified by the Head of the Department. There is sufficient flexibility in the lecture plan, so as to adopt the changes if any. The evaluation of the students is carried out periodically as per the norms of the University. The college has also taken initiative to establish ERP portal for the smooth functioning of the different academic work. Effective Curriculum Delivery is to be performed in a systematic way:

1. The syllabus of each course is spread over the total hours in which the teacher engages in the class.

2. The internal examinations are conducted and results are reviewed. The weaker students are given an opportunity to attend remedial classes and subsequent feedback is taken to assess the outcome.

3. The college teachers use wide variety of teaching methods like presentation, case study etc. for elaborating concepts in their discussions with the students.

4. Compliance of the lecture plan is reviewed and verified by the Head of the Department.

5. The level of understanding of students is measured through practical, theoretical & oral examinations.

 

1.1.2 THE INSTITUTION ADHERES TO THE ACADEMIC CALENDAR INCLUDING FOR THE CONDUCT OF CIE

Lucknow Public College of Professional Studies is established with a mission of imparting quality education for students. The College strongly follows a transparent method and has a well-defined standard operating procedure for conducting the academic and allied activities. The college prepares Academic Calendar by considering the prescribed guidelines. Academic Calendar is a strong foundation of academic activities and propagates to the vision and mission of the college. Preparation of Academic Calendar begins before the commencement of academic session. It is placed to the Governing Body through IQAC Cell for final approval. The Academic Calendar is displayed on college notice board and website. Effectiveness of the entire process is maintained by the Office of the Principal with the objective of incorporating inquisitiveness and scientific temper among the students through diverse activities. The Academic Calendar contains information regarding, working Days, Curricular Activities, Co-curricular Activities, Extracurricular Activities, Internal Examinations, University Exams, and Amendments etc.

1.3.1 - Institution integrates crosscutting issues relevant to Professional Ethics, Gender, Human Values, Environment and Sustainability into the Curriculum

 

Lucknow Public College of Professional Studies, affiliated with the University of Lucknow, follows the University’s curriculum with commitment and integrity. The University has taken a proactive step by embedding crucial cross-cutting themes such as Gender, Environment, Sustainability, Human Values, and Professional Ethics across various academic disciplines. Highlighting this approach, the University’s 2015 ordinance stipulates that students enrolled under non NEP programme must successfully complete a course titled “Environmental Science & Rashtra Gaurav” as a requirement for earning a Bachelor’s degree. Beyond the structured curriculum, the College embraces its role in societal, community, and national development, undertaking a range of initiatives to address pressing social, environmental, and ethical issues. With a strong sense of responsibility, the College has implemented activities that extend beyond academics to encourage awareness and action on topics such as gender equality, human rights and social empowerment. Through an array of guest lectures, workshops, panel discussions, and outreach initiatives—often organized with the National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of the College to help students develop a conscientious understanding of sustainability and human values rooted in Indian heritage. These initiatives reflect the College’s commitment to fostering a socially aware and culturally grounded student body.

The college assesses the learning of the students and categorizes them in slow, medicore and advance learner on the basis of organizing assessment examination through which they are offered bridge course, remedial classes and values added courses. Bride course is served for all all category viz. slow learners, medicore and advanced learner.

 

SLOW LEARNERS

Slow learners are identified on the basis of Introvert attitude to participate in class activities and poor communication skills

 

MEDIOCRE AND ADVANCED LEARNERS

They are identified on the basis of active participation in class activities, taking Initiatives in various activities and having good communication skills

 

ACTIVITIES PROVIDED TO MEDIOCRE AND ADVANCED LEARNERS

1. Preparation of Competitive Exams through Experts

2. Promote advanced learners to enroll in professional courses like CA, CS, ICWA, CAT, CMA, JAM etc.

3. Opt for various certification courses in Artificial intelligence, Cyber security, Income tax return filing and assessment, Introduction to GST, Introduction of Stock Market, NISM, Programming in Python, Short term course for effective communication skill, Tally accounting, Theory of basic photography and videography, Spoken tutorials project by IIT Bombay etc.

4. Internship and Placement Programmes

5. Highly Performing Students are selected as the council members of college and are known as LPCPS Task Force

Faculty members at LPCPS are well-versed in the use of ICT in the classroom, with most lecturers delivering power point presentations using projectors. E-contents are also offered to students. Eminent speakers provide guest lectures and motivating discussions to help students strengthen their fundamental understanding of the topic. The college guarantees that student centered approaches such as experiential, participatory learning, and problem-solving are used in the teaching-learning process. The college conducts the following initiatives to make the teaching and learning process more student-centric.

TRADITIONAL METHODS: It allows teachers to interpret, explain, and alter text material to improve learners' grasp of the topic.

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING: Faculty members promote learning environments by participating in rich experiential content of teaching via: Teaching by demonstration, PPTs, Experimental/Laboratory technique (BCA & BSc M), Periodical industry visits, Organizing exhibits, Summer Internship Project, Simulations (BA-JMC).

PARTICIPATIVE LEARNING: College employs Participatory Learning to encourage students to actively participate in the learning process: group discussions, small group exercises, assignments, debate, quiz, role play, video conference, projects, Q/A sessions, news analysis, report writing, editing, etc. (by BJMC students). More information is provided in the accompanying papers.

 

2.3.3 ROLE OF MENTOR MENTEE POLICY FOR STUDENTS (AN IQAC INITIATIVE)

In a college setting, the concept of a mentor and mentee relationship typically involves an experienced individual (mentor) guiding and supporting a less experienced individual (mentee) in their personal and academic development. In LPCPS, the mentor is the faculty member who has already navigated through the college experience successfully. The mentor-mentee relationship is voluntary and aims to provide guidance, encouragement, and resources to the mentee.

Here are some key aspects that LPCPS focuses in the mentor-mentee relationship for our students:

1. Academic Support: Mentors offer guidance on study strategies, time management, and help the mentee navigate academic challenges. They provide tips on effective note-taking, and exam preparation.

2. Career Guidance: Mentors help mentees explore potential career paths and offer insights into different industries or professions. They provide advice on internships, job search strategies, resume building, and interview preparation. Mentors also share their own experiences and networks to connect mentees with relevant opportunities.

3. Personal Development: Mentors assist mentees in developing skills such as communication, leadership, and networking. They provide guidance on setting personal goals, managing stress, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Mentors also help mentees build confidence and develop a sense of self-awareness.

4. Networking and Connections: Mentors introduce mentees to professional networks, alumni groups, or other individuals who can offer valuable insights and opportunities. They facilitate introductions, provide recommendations, or guide mentees in building their own networks.

5. Emotional Support: Mentors act as a source of emotional support, providing a safe and confidential space for mentees to discuss their concerns, challenges, and personal issues. Mentors offer encouragement, empathy, and help mentees develop resilience in the face of difficulties.

The mentor-mentee relationship is typically structured with regular meetings or check-ins, but the exact nature and frequency of interactions can vary based on the preferences of both parties. The ultimate goal is to foster a positive and mutually beneficial relationship that supports the mentee's growth and success during their college journey.

The college management plays a key role in ensuring quality education by encouraging teachers to use modern tools and technology. They provide facilities and support for teachers and students to use ICT methods, making teaching and learning more effective and tech-savvy.

The academic committee works with IQAC, faculty, administration, lab staff, and students to plan the academic year. Faculty members are encouraged to use ICT tools like projectors, smart boards, and Power Point presentations to impart quality education.

The college's ERP software supports teaching and learning by allowing teachers to share notes, assignments, and exam details. This enables efficient and effective learning.

Overall, the college fosters a tech-enabled learning environment, promoting active student participation and quality education.

Mechanism of Internal Assessment – Transparent and Robust
Lucknow Public College of Professional Studies (LPCPS) follows a transparent, well-structured and university-compliant mechanism for internal assessment. The entire process is aligned with the Ordinances and Guidelines of the University of Lucknow and is implemented uniformly across all programmes.

Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA) – Structure and Weightage
As an affiliated institution, LPCPS adopts the Continuous Internal Assessment system prescribed by the University of Lucknow for each programme:

1.    BBA, B.Com and BA-JMC Programmes
For these programmes, the internal assessment carries a total weightage of 25 marks, distributed as follows:

• Presentation / Sessional work (tests, case studies, etc.): 10 marks
• Assignment: 10 marks
• Attendance: 5 marks  

This bifurcation is strictly in accordance with the University of Lucknow guidelines and is communicated to students at the beginning of each semester.

2.    BCA, B.Com (Hons.) and M.Com Programmes
For these programmes, the internal assessment carries a total weightage of 30 marks, distributed as:
o    Class Test: 20 marks
o    Teacher’s Assessment (based on participation, regularity, class performance, etc.): 10 marks
This structure also fully conforms to the University of Lucknow norms.
The internal assessment scheme, including components and weightage, is reflected in the institutional academic calendar and communicated to students through orientation sessions, notices and classroom briefing, thereby ensuring clarity and transparency.
 

Grievance Redressal Mechanism for Internal Assessment
LPCPS has an active and responsive grievance redressal mechanism specifically for internal examinations and assessment-related issues. If a student has any concern regarding internal assessment—such as marks awarded, attendance considered or any examination-related difficulty—they may submit their grievance by:
•    Writing an application addressed to the Controller of Examination, or
•    Sending an e-mail to internalexams.lpcps@gmail.com
All such grievances are placed before the concerned authority, examined on priority, and resolved within three working days. This time-bound, documented mechanism further reinforces the transparency, fairness and reliability of the internal assessment process at LPCPS.

The College has transparent mechanism to deal the grievance. The college conducts internal examination well within the time frame of the college calendar. Proper conduct of internal examination is ensured by the Principal, Controller of Examination and all the members of Examination Committee.

Grievance related to Internal Examination:

In case of any grievance, the student is advised to seek the Controller of Examinations by writing an application or by sending his/her grievance on the email id:infolpcps@gmail.com or internalexams.lpcps@gmail.com. The Controller of Examination discusses it with the Principal and Examination Committee members.  The maximum time to resolve any grievance related to internal examination is three days from the date of grievance and inform the same to students.

Internal Examination Grievance Redressal Procedure:

For any grievance related to examination, students may send their grievance(s) by filling e-form available on institutional web portal also. The maximum time to resolve any internal examination

grievance is 3 days. After taking necessary steps, student is informed about the redressal of his/her grievance.

 
Grievance related to External University Examinations:

In case of grievance related to external examination, students may file RTI or fill the scrutiny form available on concern University portal. Link is given below.

www.lkouniv.ac.in/en/page/download-forms

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.6.1 - Teachers and students are aware of the stated Programme and course outcomes of the Programmes offered by the institution.

The programme outcomes, programme specific outcomes and course outcomes are formed Strictly in compliance with the University of Lucknow. After the completion of consensus, these are widely propagated through different ways like display, communication by faculty, through ERP and website, Laboratories etc. Some other methods also employed by the university to aware the students about programme outcome, programme specific outcome and course outcome like student faculty meeting, meeting of HOD’s with faculty, student induction programs, professional body meeting and library. University also has few more methods for awareness of these outcomes like mentor-mentee concept, class teachers and course coordinators. In our college it is put on College Website, notice board of each Department as well as in each class. POs include many areas of inter related knowledge, skills and personality character that are to be acquired by the students during their graduation. Program specific outcomes (PSOs) are the precise skill requirements and happenings to be fulfilled by the students at micro level and by the end of the program. The head of department monitors the proper implementation of PSOs on regular basis by inspecting time to time the Lesson Plans of Subjects given by subject teachers department wise.

2.6.2 - Attainment of Programme outcomes and course outcomes are evaluated by the institution. 

Each course has a defined set of course outcomes and consequent evaluation criteria. The course outcomes are matched to the program outcomes which are being used to provide the quantitative depth that how well the program outcomes are achieved. The performance of the students in the examinations during the semester in each course is used to calculate the level of attainment of the POs and PSOs through the mapping of questions to COs and COs to POs and PSOs. CO PO & PSO mapping for all the courses in the program. Assessment methods include different methods. This method includes mainly two methods (Direct method and indirect method). Direct Method: This method involves mid semester examinations, semester examinations, annual examinations, assignments, presentations and quiz. Indirect method: This method has a wide range like feedback of students and alumni, internship of students, placement of students and students proceeding for higher studies.

The extension activities of Lucknow Public College of Professional Studies (LPCPS) are carried out in accordance with the vision and mission of the college. The Lucknow Public College of Professional Studies prides itself on its community connect. This college has a strong belief on its values and has always given back and continues to give back to the society in general and neighbourhood community in particular. The college executed a comprehensive schedule of community-centric initiatives throughout the session 2024-25, strategically designed to provide experiential learning outside the classroom. Core activities included conducting Nukkad Natak (Street Plays) to raise awareness about pressing social challenges like domestic violence and elder care, organizing Health and Welfare Drives (including medical camps and financial awareness campaigns), and executing Social Service Programs such as cloth donation drives, plantation drives and women empowerment programmes. The program's primary impact was the successful enhancement of students' social conscience, empathy, and practical skills in communication and teamwork. These efforts bridged the gap between theoretical knowledge and ground realities, fostering the development of responsible, ethically-driven citizens while delivering measurable benefits to the neighbourhood community through public awareness, health promotion, and civic engagement.

Lucknow Public College of Professional Studies is located in a well-connected reputed area of the city at the bank of Kathauta Lake, providing a lush green vast playground for sports activities, swimming pool, well maintained infrastructure, state-of-the-art auditorium and a conference room for seminars and conferences at national and international level, class rooms and well-equipped laboratories.

The College is spread over 2.471 acres (10,000sq.m.) of land. There are two academic blocks-Block A and B having 3697.47sq.m. and 2839.51sq.m construction area respectively.

Classrooms: Classrooms are spacious, well-ventilated and equipped with LCD projectors screens and podium. The seating capacity of a class room is of 60 students.

Conference Room: There is a well-equipped conference room with AC, LCD projector and Internet facility. Conference room has sitting facility of more than 150 people.

Computer Labs: There are three well equipped computer labs with latest configuration of hardware and software’s.

Library: LPCPS library is known as Swami Vivekanand Library. The library has a collection of Textbooks, Reference and Rare-books, Journals, magazines, e-journal and e-book. The library is using fully automating Integrated Library Management System-KOHA software. The circulation of books is based on Bar- Code. The library has a collection of 20,438 books as a book bank facility for the students. The library has e-journal: J-Gate, IBI (Shogdhsindhu), Taxman’s etc. Library has also plagiarism software Turnitin.

Media Lab- We have BAJMC lab with separate audio, visual and editing rooms for the overall learning and development in media field.

LPCPS Internet Radio- LPCPS has a well-established radio room which is used for the oral and aural grooming of the students.

Incubation Room: LPCPS has a well-furnished and well-designed incubation room. All the group activities and discussions take place here.

Counseling Room- The College counseling sessions are being held time to time for student proper grooming and guidance. The specialists’ teachers listen to the students, try to find a way together to solve their problems and give them some advice.

Placement Cell- LPCPS’ placement cell assists students in grooming and providing job opportunities for the students.

 

4.1.2 The Institution has adequate facilities for cultural activities, sports, games (indoor, outdoor), gymnasium, yoga centre etc.

 

The college focuses on overall student development through co-curricular and extracurricular activities. We encourage participation in sports and games to groom leadership, team spirit, and competitiveness. Our facilities include indoor sports like Table-Tennis, Carrom, and Chess, and outdoor sports like Badminton, Basketball, Volleyball, Cricket, Football, Kabaddi, and Athletics. We also support individual sports like Wushu and Swimming, helping students develop essential skills like teamwork and leadership.

Auditorium: The College has a State-of-the-art auditorium, Shri Ram Lal Memorial Auditorium with an area of 796sq.m. This wellfurnished fully equipped and air-conditioned auditorium has a seating capacity of 1500.

Gymnasium: The College has an in-house open gym facility which the faculty and students can avail. The gymnasium has facilities like cycle, abdominal bench, Weights and Dumbbells. Regular Yoga and Meditation sessions are also held in the college.

Cultural activities: Cultural activities are conducted on different occasions like induction, orientation day, farewell, teacher’s day, annual festivals at the end of the academic year.

Clubs-The College has 10 clubs where students have the opportunity to join any of these clubs in pursuit of their interest.

College annual fest ‘XENIUM’ : The College has also successfully conducted international edition of annual fest XENIUM INTERNATIONAL in 2024-2025, where participants of 14 countries who are studying in different colleges in India were invited over here.

LUCKNOW PUBLIC COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

Swami Vivekananda Library

4.2.1 Library is automated using Integrated Library Management System (ILMS)

The Swami Vivekananda Library is located in the basement of A Block building. The library area is 2407.89 Sqf (223.70 Sqm). This library has a seating capacity of approximately 100 students. There are 23580 bar-coded books (maximum), 14 computers with Wi-Fi facilities using and one projector with screen in this library. This library is automated using Integrated Library Management System (ILMS). KOHA, based on cloud service which gives a user-friendly interface for searching resources in the library, along with its positions and availability status. The library has Web – OPAC for providing remote access to its students, faculties and other staff members.

Name of the ILMS Software	KOHA
Nature of automation	Fully
Version	19.11.03.000
Year of automation	2020

 

NO.	KOHA DESCRIPTION
1-	Students Teachers &Staff Membership Entries
2-	Books Entries
3-	Books Issue & Return
4-	OPAC
5-	View the Reports

 

Nature of Automation: Fully Automated:-

Version: 19.11

Academic Year	Name of ILMS	Nature of automation (Fully/Partially)	Version
July-2020-June-2021	KOHA	Partially	19.11.03.000
July-2021-June-2022	KOHA	Fully	19.11.03.000
July-2022-June-2023	KOHA	Fully	19.11.03.000
July-2023-June-2024	KOHA	Fully	19.11.03.000
July-2024-June-2025	KOHA	Fully	19.11.03.000

 

LUCKNOW PUBLIC COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

Swami Vivekananda Library

4.2.1 Library is automated using Integrated Library Management System (ILMS)

The Swami Vivekananda Library is located in the basement of A Block building. The library area is 2407.89 Sqf (223.70 Sqm). This library has a seating capacity of approximately 100 students. There are 23580 bar-coded books (maximum), 14 computers with Wi-Fi facilities using and one projector with screen in this library. This library is automated using Integrated Library Management System (ILMS). KOHA, based on cloud service which gives a user-friendly interface for searching resources in the library, along with its positions and availability status. The library has Web – OPAC for providing remote access to its students, faculties and other staff members.

Name of the ILMS Software	KOHA
Nature of automation	Fully
Version	19.11.03.000
Year of automation	2020

 

NO.	KOHA DESCRIPTION
1-	Students Teachers &Staff Membership Entries
2-	Books Entries
3-	Books Issue & Return
4-	OPAC
5-	View the Reports

 

Nature of Automation: Fully Automated:-

Version: 19.11

Academic Year	Name of ILMS	Nature of automation (Fully/Partially)	Version
July-2020-June-2021	KOHA	Partially	19.11.03.000
July-2021-June-2022	KOHA	Fully	19.11.03.000
July-2022-June-2023	KOHA	Fully	19.11.03.000
July-2023-June-2024	KOHA	Fully	19.11.03.000
July-2024-June-2025	KOHA	Fully	19.11.03.000

 

The college has always given priority for up-gradation of IT facilities. The college provides continuous and regular Internet access throughout the campus and is Wi-Fi enabled. The college regularly updates the internet connection every year and as of now we have five multiple connections. Computers are installed at different places within the College campus (like computer labs, incubation cell, accounts office, administration office, principal office, library, examination cell, faculty rooms etc.).

• We have a leased line connection of 50 mbps in our college.
• We have multiple connections of Wi-Fi separately for students and teachers.
• Since the entire campus is Wi-Fi enabled; all the computers including desktops as well as laptops can access internet facility.

The plans for infrastructural development and up-gradation are given top priority as the College realizes the correlation between adequate infrastructure and effective teaching – learning. The strategies adopted for ensuring adequate infrastructure are as follows:

 

• At the beginning of the academic year, the college administration works for the up-gradation of existing infrastructure after assessment based on the suggestions from Heads of the departments, IT initiative and Website Committee report and lab technicians after reviewing course requirements, computer – student ratio, budget constraints , and also students grievances.

The college provides its students well-furnished computer labs, with 222 computers exclusively for students.

4.3.2 Student – Computer ratio

(Data for the academic year 2024-2025)

 

No. of Computers (for students)	Total no. of students
222	1376

 

 

                                   Student – Computer ratio is   6 : 1

4.3.3 Bandwidth of Internet connection in the Institution

Options:

1. ≥ 50 MBPS
2. 30 – 50 MBPS
3. 10 – 30 MBPS
4. 10 – 5 MBPS
5. < 5 MBPS

 

There are 5 Internet connections (broadband) in our college to provide internet facility. Four of these have a connection of 100 MBPS. And one is 50 MBPS leased line connection (2024-2025).

 

(4.4.2) The college has various committees to maintain the infrastructure of the college: the Maintenance Committee, the Library Committee, the Sports Committee, IT Initiative, and the Website Committee oversee the maintenance of buildings, classrooms, laboratories, etc. The Maintenance Committee is headed by the Office Superintendent, who in turn monitors the work of the Supervisor at the next level. The supervisor is accountable to the office superintendent and functions as the coordinator who efficiently organizes the workforce, maintaining duty files containing details about their individual floor-wise responsibilities, timings, leave, etc. The maintenance officer conducts periodic checks to ensure the efficiency/working condition of the infrastructure.

Feedback

Feedback is collected from the faculty members, students, and staff once in a semester while visiting the library. The librarian reviews the feedback every semester, and based on the feedback, the librarian takes steps to improve the library procedure in consultation with the principal.

 Suggestion Register

 A complaints/suggestions register is kept along with the gate register to record the complaints and suggestions. The I/C reviews the register every semester and necessary corrective action is being taken in consultation with the principal.

The Student Council (LTF) has been formed since 2016-17 which together with faculty heads work for the holistic development of students. Starting from college discipline to conducting co curricular and extra curricular activities, the LTF plays a major role in cultural events, placement drives and various other events.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPRESENTATION

The Student Council hierarchy comprises of three main heads at the college level-

The Discipline head

The Management head

The Academic head

PARTICIPATION OF STUDENT COUNCIL IN COMMITTEES

Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)

Academic Council

Internal Complaints Committee

Student’s Grievances Redressal Committee

Hostel and Mess Committee

Co-curricular Committee

CONDUCTING CO-CURRICULAR AND EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Conferences

Seminars

XeniuM

Rashtriya Job fair

Workshops and other important activities.

CONDUCTING EVENTS

Orientation Day

Freshers Day

Farewell Day

Arpan (Clothes Donation camp)

Blood donation camp

CULTURAL AND TECHNICAL CLUBS

Drama Club

Art and Craft Club

Music Club

Dance Club

Anchor’s Club

Sports Club

Communicators

Artificial Intelligence Club (AI club)

Entrepreneurship Cell (E-cell)

Happening Souls Club, Media and Publishing

The Lucknow Public College of Professional Studies Alumni Association is more than just a registry of past students—it's a vibrant, essential bridge connecting our college's legacy with its future. This vibrant community comprises former students who have graduated from the college and are now making their mark in various fields. The alumni association of Lucknow public college of professional studies was formed on 13^th August 2021 under the title “Lucknow Public College of Professional Studies Alumni Association” with the Reg. No: LUC/05684/2021-22, with the objective of maintaining healthy relationships between the alumni and all the members of the college. Maintaining a strong connection with our alumni is paramount to the continued growth and success of the institution and its current students.

Through the association, our alumni actively contribute to the college in several key areas:

• Career Development and Placement: Alumni often participate in campus recruitment drives, host workshops, conduct mock interviews, and act as liaisons to introduce students to placement opportunities within their organizations and industry networks.
• Knowledge Sharing and Curriculum Enhancement: They bring their up-to-date industry knowledge back to the campus by conducting guest lectures, participating in panel discussions, and providing feedback on the curriculum to ensure it remains relevant and aligned with current market needs.
• Entrepreneurship Awareness: Alumni have established start-ups in different sectors, many of them are first generation entrepreneurs.
• Financial and Resource Support: Our alumni contribute financially through donations, helping to fund student welfare programs.
• Ambassadorship: Alumni serve as the college's most credible ambassadors, promoting the institution's excellence and achievements within their professional and social circles, which ultimately helps attract high-calibre students.

By actively participating in the Alumni Association, our graduates help shape the next generation of professionals and ensure that the college remains a leading institution of excellence.

 

 

Vision

Excellence for all, Excellence from all is the epitome of our academic eco-system. In a caring and positive environment, The College provides education to enrich its students to manifest their

full potential, to achieve high standards of excellence in academic society, research and hands on projects as well as in supportive areas of physical, cultural and social development, inculcating civic and human values.

Mission

To nurture individual talent to optimize their full potential and to inculcate professional, social and cultural values through holistic approach by providing world class education

Nature of Governance

The college has governance of power which ultimately contributes in achieving vision and mission of the college. Organizational structure is as follows.

Governing Body: An apex body to approve new programmes,  recruitment of teaching faculty, and annual budget before submitting the same to The General Manager and guide the college within the framework of self-financing college rules as per University of Lucknow.

General Manager: Signing Authority to approve new programmes, recruitment of teaching faculty, and annual budget on the recommendations of The Governing Body.

Principal: The Head of College provides leadership for the College in a collegial manner, and shall work in collaboration with other Departments of College.

Academic Council: Committee deal with making regulations regarding the admission of students, curricular, Co-curricular, extracurricular, extension activities, Introduction of new certification programs, freeships, and other issues relating to academics.

Various Committees: The Principal of the college constitutes committees involving staff and students to decentralize administration.

6.1.2 EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP IS REFLECTED IN VARIOUS INSTITUTIONAL PRACTICES SUCH AS DECENTRALIZATION AND PARTICIPATIVE MANAGEMENT

Lucknow Public College of Professional Studies, Student Council along with Academic Council is a good example of decentralization and participative management.

Believing in decentralization the management discusses the ideas related to academic goals, organizational progression and better campus with Principal. The Principal is assisted by the members of Academic Council, various committees and students council which is managed by student council faculty head under the guidance of Dean Academics. Student council at LPCPS has nearly 150 students which consist of LTF (LPCPS Task Force) and College Clubs. LPCPS Task Force (LTF) is further sub- divided into:

1. LTF Management
2. LTF Discipline
3. LTF Academics
4. CR Male
5. CR Female

LTF head and Club student heads position is occupied by a student from final year programme supporting them are members from each class. CR male and CR female are also part of LTF for overall coordination. To be member of LPCPS Task Force and distinctive clubs students need to present themself before panel of judges and have to qualify judgment round. These positions under student council are especially aimed at helping students to get involved and find their own niche on their college campus.

So each committee member including student council actively participate in planning and executing all activities.

6.2.1 - The institutional Strategic/ perspective plan is effectively deployed

Under its strategic plan, LPCPS has steadily expanded its academic portfolio. Various degree programs viz BBA and BCA were introduced in the year 2009 and followed by B.Com and B.Com (Hons) in 2014, BAJMC in 2016 were introduced and the perspective plan led to the launch of certification courses. In 2016 the college debuted six certificate programs, covering video & photography, Tally, French, and IIT Bombay certifications and has added a variety of programs each subsequent year. The goal is to deliver employability‑focused education, with curricula regularly updated to industry standards and taught by expert faculty. Today, 26 courses are successfully running under this initiative.

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES OFFERED

S.No	Name of Add on/ Certificate Program Offered	Year of Introduction
1	IIT Bombay Libre Office	2016-17
2	IIT Bombay Specialized Course	2016-17
3	Personality Development	2016-17
4	French	2016-17
5	Videography & Photography	2016-17
6	Cyber Security	2016-17
7	Tally Accounting	2016-17
8	Programming in Python (Advance)	2017-18
9	Programming in Python (Fundamentals)	2017-18
10	ST Course in Effective Communication	2018-19
11	Income Tax and Assessment Filling	2018-19
12	GST	2018-19
13	Artificial Intelligence	2018-19
14	Wu-Shu	2018-19
15	Yoga and Meditation	2019-20
16	NISM (Capital Market)	2020-21
17	NISM (Derivatives Market)	2020-21
18	Health and Nutrition	2021-22
19	Hindi Language	2021-22
20	MS- Excel Certification	2021-22
21	MS- Power point Certification Course	2021-22
22	Public Health	2021-22
23	Bio diversity and its Conservation	2021-22
24	Dance 2	2021-22
25	Kalakriti 2	2021-22
26	Animation	2021-22

 

6.2.2 - The functioning of the institutional bodies is effective and efficient as visible from policies, administrative setup, appointment and service rules, procedures, etc.

The efficacy and efficiency of the institution’s constituent bodies are manifest in their clearly articulated policies, streamlined administrative architecture, and robust appointment and service regulations. These foundational elements collectively ensure the seamless operation of the institution.

The policies function as guiding principles, delineating organizational objectives and strategic direction, while the meticulously crafted policy framework guarantees clarity and consistency in decision making, thereby fostering an environment conducive to the attainment of institutional goals. Moreover, these policies embody a commitment to transparency and accountability, thereby enhancing the institution’s credibility.

The administrative apparatus is pivotal in executing policies and managing day to day operations; an efficient organizational structure promotes coordination, communication, and optimal resource utilization. Well-defined lines of authority and clearly delineated roles engender a smoother workflow, mitigating the risk of bottlenecks and inefficiencies.

Operational procedures serve as manuals, prescribing step by step processes for task execution; when thoughtfully designed, they ensure consistency, reduce errors, and augment overall efficiency.

6.3.1 - The institution has effective welfare measures for teaching and non- teaching staff.

Our institution is steadfast in its dedication to the welfare of both teaching and non-teaching personnel, as evidenced by a comprehensive suite of efficacious welfare provisions. Acknowledging that a contented and motivated workforce is integral to institutional excellence, these measures address myriad aspects of professional and personal life.

The institution ensures competitive and equitable remuneration for all staff, thereby affirming its commitment to recognizing individual contributions. In addition to monetary benefits, opportunities for professional advancement are provided through tailored training programmes, workshops, and access to scholarly resources, fostering continuous learning and skill enhancement.

A salutary work environment is cultivated via supportive policies, robust grievance redressal mechanisms, and open channels of communication, which collectively nurture a culture of trust and collaboration. Moreover, health and wellness initiatives—including wellness programmes, and stress management resources—are accorded high priority, reflecting the institution’s holistic approach to employee well-being.

6.3.5. Institutions Performance Appraisal System for teaching and nonteaching staff (5)

LPCPS adheres to UGC regulations for teacher appointments, incorporating all amendments. Annual performance assessments evaluate employee performance against established norms, identify areas for improvement, and foster growth and progress.

The Institution regularly assesses the performances of its staff by the following methods:

1. Performance appraisal by the Management.
2. Submission of self appraisal report by the faculty,based on following criteria:

• Teaching, Learning and Evaluation related activity
• Record Keeping
• Examination Contribution
• HR Policies: Employee Behaviour & Miscellaneous
• NAAC Contribution
• Research Contribution

Performance Appraisal for Teaching Staff :

The faculty appraisal is undertaken with the following objectives:

1. To assist teachers in their professional development and career planning.
2. To assist teachers to reflect about their potential and to carry out their duties more effectively.
3. To provide judgment to support promotion, demotion, transfer, confirmation, or termination.
4. To provide feedback to staff about their behaviour, attitude, skill or subject expertise.
5. To recognize the achievement of teachers and help them to identify ways of improving their knowledge, skill, attitude and ultimately performance.
6. To improve the quality of education for students.

For Non Teaching Staff: 

All Non- teaching staff is also assessed through annual confidential performance appraisal and verified by reviewing officer. In that Appraisal various parameters are assessed under different categories i.e. 

• Professional Competence 
• Performance 
• Attendance, Punctuality, Integrity and Behaviour; which is graded on a five-point scale. 

 

 

Lucknow Public Educational Society is operational in the state of Uttar Pradesh & Delhi. The society has been set up to establish educational institutions to provide quality education and to work towards global development of the students. Internal Audit Internal Audit is planned and performed by the Management of Lucknow Public College of Professional Studies. The Financial Statements are prepared on the historical cost convention and the proper books of account are kept by the college. These statements are prepared as per the Generally Accepted Accounting Principle(GAAP) and the applicable mandatory Accounting Standards. External Audit R. P. Verma & Co, Chartered Accountants, have beenour Statutory Auditors for the last 5 years. They are independent auditors appointed by the Society to conduct the audit of the financial statements of the Society. They have not pointed outany weakness in the internal control system. The reports of the statutory auditors are available for the last 5 years. They have stated in their report that proper books of accounts have beenkept by the Society and expressed opinion that the financial statements give a true and fair view in conformity with the accounting principles on the Balance Sheet and Income & Expenditure Account.

LPCPS is committed towards the overall growth and development of the students and for ensuring these institutional strategies are decided to work upon them by making proper implementation on all the decisions on time with full efficiency and effectiveness. Strategies for mobilization of funds:

1. Different departments, committees and individual staff members has to submit the proposals for the events to the college principal which will monitor the need, sanction and execution of such proposals.

2. The college encourages each section of the institution to find]sponsors towards meeting the expenses for organization of events and activities.

3. Active involvement of Alumni Association is ensured, while organizing any event, activity or outreach program.

4. The principal is expected to study and recommend various ways to channelize funds for the development of the institution.

5. The new construction and maintenance works are to be sanctioned only after conducting a feasibility study under the

Guidance of principal.

6. Disaster relief and social outreach programs are being planned by the college on humanitarian grounds.

7. For meritorious students free ships are provided by the college.

8. College also focus on the co-curricular activities for the students and distribute funds for the sports and cultural activities.

9. Tuition fee is used mainly for the college infrastructure as well as academic activities.

6.5.1 - Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) has contributed significantly for institutionalizing the quality assurance strategies and processes

 

1. Mentor–Mentee role for students

Objective:

As part of college's commitment to holistic student development, we have a mentorship program where each student is assigned a faculty mentor. This mentor-mentee relationship fosters a supportive environment, enabling students to thrive academically, personally, and professionally.

Functions: To ensure personalized attention and guidance, the college implements a mentorship program. Faculty members are assigned students to foster a supportive and inclusive environment.

Role of the Mentor: Each mentor is responsible for providing comprehensive guidance, focusing on:

- Academic support and counselling

- Career objective setting and goal achievement

Outcome: The mentorship program enables students to:

- Identify their strengths and weaknesses

- Convert weaknesses into opportunities for growth and strength

 

2. Organizing regular seminar, conference and workshop for students and faculty to strengthen Research culture in the Institution

The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) fosters a research oriented environment, encouraging faculty members and students to engage in innovative research activities within and beyond the college.

Faculty Support: The college offers guidance and expertise to faculty members to publish research papers in esteemed journals, including:

- UGC CARE listed journals

- Scopus listed journals

- Web of Science (WOS) listed journals

Student Empowerment: To nurture research skills among students, the college organizes:

- Workshops on research paper writing

6.5.2 - The institution reviews its teaching learning process, structures & methodologies of operations and learning outcomes at periodic intervals through IQAC set up as per norms and recorded the incremental improvement in various activities

 

Preparation of Lesson Plan: The institution continually reviews and refines its teaching learning process to ensure academic excellence. In alignment with the University of Lucknow's guidelines, the teaching plan for each semester is meticulously implemented.

Faculty members are required to prepare and submit comprehensive lesson plans at the beginning of each semester, outlining their strategy for delivering course content.

Mapping the Students according to their performance: As recommended by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), students are categorized into three proficiency levels:

Level 1: Advanced Learners

Level 2: Mediocre Learners

Level 3: Slow Learners

To facilitate this mapping, the college conducts subject-wise exams for first-semester students in the beginning of each academic session.

Level 1: Advanced Learners (>/= 75%) To further challenge and nurture High Performers (Level 1: Advanced Learners), the college provides:

- Advanced-level problems to stimulate intellectual curiosity and exploration

- Specialized classes, including:

• JAM (Joint Admission Test for Masters) preparation
• CAT (Common Admission Test) coaching by Catapult
• Other competitive exam preparation classes

Level 2: Mediocre Learners (<75% but >50%) Students who meet the minimum passing criteria are identified as Mediocre Learners. To support their growth, the college provides personalized counselling by class mentors to address specific challenges

Level 3: Slow Learners (<50%) Students requiring extra support are identified as Slow Learners. To facilitate their success, the college offers:

- Bridge courses taught by subject experts during the 1st semester, focusing on foundational concepts

- Remedial classes at the end of the semester, providing targeted reinforcement and review.

Lucknow Public College of Professional Studies organizes various programmes for equipping and empowering women. The college regularly conducts awareness programmes to sensitize female students of their rights through sessions and seminars on women safety and women empowerment and ensures measures for a safe working environment through the following ways:

 a. Safety and security: Night Vision CCTV camera is also installed in the common area of the hostel.

 b. Counseling: Faculty members motivate the students to improve their overall personality by participating in various activities organized by the college like debate etc.

 c. Common Room facility-This facility is provided to female students can relax, study and have informal discussions in free time.

d. Day Care Center-: College has a day care center (crèche with microwave, induction, toys etc. facility for kids of staff members.

 Any other relevant information:

e. Sanitary Vending Machine: Sanitary Napkin Vending Machine is installed in every female washroom

f. Honour of Females on International Women’s Day allows celebrating the achievements, to honour and recognizing the hardworking and sincere women

g. The confidence building is done by organizing workshops, lectures, conferences seminars and webinars by eminent personalities to create legal awareness, health and hygiene among the students.

These initiatives showcase LPCPS's dedication to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for women.

 

GUIDELINES: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT

• Turning waste into wonder: Craft developed from waste (like cardboard, dry leafs, rope etc.) by the students of art and Craft Club of college for the purposeful gifts.
• The waste that is generated by all sorts of routine activities carried out in the college that includes plastic, paper, glass, metal, food, etc. are segregated. 
• We have set up color coded bins for different kinds of waste and making efforts to make sure that the right bins are being used.
• We use clearly labeled bins for dry and wet waste.

GUIDELINES: LIQUID WASTE MANAGEMENT

• All waste water lines from toilets, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. are connected to the septic tank.
• The College is educating our staff and students about using other ways of waste disposal, such as recycling and reusing. 

GUIDELINES: E- WASTE MANAGEMENT

• Instead of frequently buying new computers, the computers exceeding their lifetime will be upgraded to meet the current needs.
• In a phased-out manner, batteries that don’t need refilling of distilled water will be used.
• All the computer systems of LPCPS are further used by our sister concern branch.

GUIDELINES: WASTE RECYCLING SYSTEM

• College has taken initiative for immersion of eco friendly Lord Ganesha idol during ‘Ganesh Chaturthi’

GUIDELINES: HAZARDOUS & CHEMICALS AND RADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT

• College is using Waste Water Treatment Process (WWTP) for treating the waste of chemistry lab.

7.1.9 Sensitization of students and employees of the Institution to the constitutional obligations: values, rights, duties and responsibilities of citizens.

Lucknow Public College of Professional studies sensitizes its students and employees to the constitutional obligations about values, rights, duties, and responsibilities of citizens which enables them to conduct as a responsible citizen. The college promotes students to participate in the activities that enrich and empower students to inculcate values, rights, duties and responsibilities towards the Nation and encourage them to be a responsible citizen of the nation.

The college organized the following activities for the Session 2024-25.

Cultural Celebrations –

Ganesh Chaturthi

Dussehra

Christmas

Lohri

Holi

Krishna Janmashtami

Vasant Panchami

Important Days –

Independence Day

Republic day

Constitution Day

Matribhasha Diwas

Sessions on –

Hindi Diwas

World Literacy Day

Workshop on Vigilance Awareness

World Meditation Day

Session on Women empowerment

Workshop on Happiness and Mental health

International Yoga Day

Programs on Social issues –

Traffic Awareness Program

Blood Donation Camp

Special Initiatives  –

Mandala Art Competition

Plantation Drive on Founder’s Day

Arpan

Youth Synergy Meet

Fostering awareness of constitutional values, rights, duties, and responsibilities among students and staff cultivates responsible citizenship. This sensitization nurtures ethical decision making, promotes social harmony, and strengthens democratic institutions. By internalizing these principles, the institution prepares individuals to contribute positively to society, upholding justice, liberty, and equality for all.

The college celebrates commemorative days enthusiastically every year. All staff members and students gather in the college to celebrate these days. Every culture has number of festivals and celebration has become a vital activity. Celebration of cultural and constitutional festivals is integral part of college's co-curricular activities. Throughout session different days are celebrated by students with guidance of teachers which help them to know about different cultures and to cognitively imagine India as a nation. The college celebrates various commemorative days such as12th January as National Youth Day, 26th January as Republic Day, 28th February as National Science Day, 8th March as International Women’s Day, 14th April as Ambedkar Jayanti, 21st June as International Day of Yoga,15th August as Independence Day, 5th September as Teacher’s Day, 2nd October as Gandhi & Shastri Jayanti,31st October as Rashtriya Ekata Divas, 11th November as National Education Day, 19th November as Rani Laxmibai Jayanti, 26th November as National Constitution Day, 1st December as International AIDS Day and many more.

BEST PRACTICE – 1

1. Title of the Practice

Village Adoption

2. Objectives

• Fostering village development
• Educating college students regarding their social responsibility

3. Context

• College aligns with 'UBP', adopting a village for holistic growth.
• Student involvement requires strategic planning and collaboration.

4. Practice

During 2024–25, sustained village engagement was strengthened through environmental, social, health, education, and nutrition initiatives with faculty–student collaboration.

5. Success Evidence

• Activity reports
• Appreciation letter by Pradhan
• Geo-Tagged photos

Attachment is in the additional file.

6. Problems and Resources

• Sustaining participation
• Managing logistics and funds

 

BEST PRACTICE – 2

1. Title

Higher Education Awareness Program (HEAP)

2. Objectives

• Elevate awareness about higher education
• Increase lower Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) in UP.

3. Context

Approved by the Academic Council, the program targeted outreach to 10+2 schools requiring approvals, coordination, and financial planning.

4. Practice

In 2024–25, awareness sessions were conducted in 42 schools, guiding students and guardians on higher education opportunities, career pathways, and financial support. Freeship support addressed economic constraints.

5. Success Evidence

• List of engaged 42 schools
• Principal Approval Form
• Feedback Forms
• Photos

Attachment is in the additional file.

6. Problems and Resources

• School approvals
• Expense management
• Guardian financial constraints

LPCPS remained firmly committed during 2024–25 to nurturing individual talents through a student-centric and learner-focused educational approach. The institution emphasizes holistic development by placing students’ interests, choices, and learning preferences at the center of academic and co-curricular planning. This philosophy empowers students to actively shape their learning journeys while developing confidence, responsibility, and social awareness.

A major strength of this approach is the LPCPS Task Force (LTF) and a vibrant ecosystem of student-led clubs. Throughout the year, clubs related to sports, drama, dance, arts and crafts (Kalakriti), music, artificial intelligence, anchoring, communication, media, entrepreneurship, and software development provided platforms for leadership, creativity, teamwork, and skill enhancement. These initiatives enabled a 360-degree appraisal of students’ personalities, ensuring balanced academic, cultural, and professional growth.

Career development remained a key priority through the Rashtriya Job Festival (RJF). RJF 2025 witnessed participation from 52 reputed national and multinational companies, with over 2500 registrations and 550+ final selections, reinforcing LPCPS’s strong industry linkage and commitment to student employability.

International exposure was further strengthened through XeniuM International 7.0, which hosted participants from 15+ countries, promoting cultural exchange, global awareness, and inclusivity, and preparing students to thrive in a globally interconnected environment.

 

7.3.2 - Plan of action for the next academic year

 

1. Organize workshops, seminars, and conferences to promote research, innovation, and development among students and staff.

2. Offer value-added courses for holistic development and value-based education.

3. Encourage students to participate in community development programs to foster social responsibility and community engagement.

4. Establish strategic partnerships with:

a. Academic institutions and research organizations

b. Corporate and industry partners

5. Provide a nurturing and inclusive environment for holistic development of:

a. Students (academic, personal, and professional)

b. Faculty (teaching, research, and professional growth)

c. Supporting staff (skill development and well-being)

6. Deliver holistic, value-based education that promotes:

a. Academic excellence

b. Moral and ethical values

7. Foster innovation and entrepreneurship by:

a. Enhancing creative thinking and problem-solving skills

b. Encouraging startup ideas and ventures

8. Provide experiential learning opportunities through:

a. Hands-on projects

b. Field studies and immersive experiences

9. Create a supportive environment by:

a. Promoting well-being initiatives

b. Offering counseling and mental health services

c. Fostering inclusivity and diversity

10. Enhance the Teaching-Learning-Evaluation process through:

a. Innovative teaching methodologies

b. Technology-supported learning

c. Continuous feedback and improvement