Research & Development Cell (RDC)
Saraswati College of Education
The Research & Development Cell (RDC) at Saraswati College of Education is established to foster a robust research culture among faculty and students. The RDC promotes innovation, scholarly inquiry, and community-oriented projects while strengthening academic excellence. All research initiatives are aligned with the institutional development objectives and regulatory standards set by the UGC, NCTE, and Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hissar.
The RDC serves as a central platform for research planning, monitoring, and capacity building across the college.
To cultivate a culture of inquiry, innovation, and social impact that empowers students and faculty through research and scholarly activities.
- To promote high-quality, ethical research among faculty and students.
- To develop research capacity through workshops, training, and collaborative projects.
- To align research activities with institutional goals, societal needs, and national development priorities.
Encourage faculty and students to undertake research projects, surveys, and case studies.
Focus research priorities on areas like women empowerment, education innovation, sustainability, and community development.
Promote scholarly publications, conference participation, and dissemination of knowledge.
Organize capacity-building activities, workshops, and training in research methodology.
Facilitate collaborations with academic institutions, industry partners, and community organizations.
Ensure transparency, integrity, and compliance in all research activities.
| Name | Designation | Role in RDC | Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal | Patron | Provides overall vision and strategic direction | Approves policies, allocates resources, oversees initiatives |
| Coordinator, RDC | Chairperson | Leads RDC activities | Plans events, monitors research projects, ensures execution of initiatives |
| Senior Faculty Member | Member | Mentors faculty and student research | Guides project work, publications, and skill development workshops |
| Faculty Member | Member | Supports capacity-building | Conducts training sessions and workshops on research methods |
| Student Representative | Member | Represents student perspective | Encourages student participation and supports research activities |
- Patron (Principal): Provides strategic oversight, resource allocation, and policy approval.
- Coordinator: Plans, monitors, and coordinates research activities, including collaborations and events.
- Faculty Members: Mentor students, support research skill development, and promote academic publications.
- Student Representative: Encourages peer participation, represents student needs, and assists in research events.
| Paper ID | Title of Paper | Authors & Department | Journal / Conference | Year | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -------------- | -------------- | -------------- | -------------- | -------------- | -------------- |
| Metric | Annual Count / Details |
|---|---|
| Students undertaking mini-projects/research | Work in Progress |
| Research papers published by students | Work in Progress |
| Participation in conferences/seminars/workshops | Work in Progress |
The RDC supports research funding through.
University-Funded Projects: Work in Progress
Government / UGC Grants: Work in Progress
CSR or NGO-Supported Projects: Work in Progress
- All research involving human participants, surveys, or fieldwork follows ethical guidelines.
- Prior approval is obtained from RDC or the Institutional Ethics Committee as required.
- Research integrity and statutory compliance are strictly maintained.
Mini research projects, surveys, and action research assignments.
Research poster presentations and inter-departmental competitions.
Guidance for student publications in journals or newsletters.
| Type | Partner / Institution | Purpose / Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Academic | -------- | Joint seminars, workshops, and research projects |
| Industry | -------- | Guest lectures, internships, and research training |
| Community | -------- | Social development and outreach projects |
| Month | Activity |
|---|---|
| Jan | Workshop on Research Methodology |
| Mar | Mini Project Submission |
| Jun | Faculty FDP / Publication Guidance |
| Sep | Student Research Competition |
| Dec | Annual Research Report Submission |
All RDC activities comply with
- Institutional Research Policy Manual
- UGC Academic Integrity & Plagiarism Regulations, 2018
- AICTE Innovation & IIC Guidelines, 2018
- NCTE Recognition Norms & Procedure Regulations, 2014 (Amended 2021)
- Guru Jambheshwar University Ordinances for Research Projects
| Regulatory Body | Requirement | RDC Implementation / Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| NCTE | Teacher education research & ethical guidelines | Research projects, faculty/student mentoring, ethics declarations |
| UGC 2018 | Academic integrity, plagiarism checks | Plagiarism verification for all submissions, Research Policy Manual |
| GJUST | Research & publication standards | Approval of research topics, adherence to project ordinances |
| IIC / Innovation | Entrepreneurship & innovation integration | Incubation support, workshops, prototype guidance |
RDC submits annual activity and outcome reports to the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) for continuous review, monitoring, and improvement.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: ************
Office: Saraswati College of Education, Hisar