Accreditation is to be used to assure the quality of computing degree programs in higher education institutions. It would require an educational institution or program to meet certain defined standards or criteria. The accreditation will be for specific degree programs and not institutions. Moreover, accreditation is not to be confused with a certification. In general, institutions and programs are accredited, and individuals are certified.
Accreditation Visits:
- NCEAC secretariat will constitute AIC (Accreditation Inspection Committee).
- NCEAC Chairperson will head AIC or member nominated by chairperson.
- The inspection process shall be carried on in a manner to evaluate programs preferably alternatively one from public sector and one from private sector.
Zero Visit
Zero Visit is required for those Institutes who are launching a new computing program.
Accreditation Visit
Accreditation Visit will be conducted in the final year of those batches, which are going to be graduated.
Confirmatory Visit
If an institute has reservations on the NCEAC General Council’s decision regarding the outcome of their accreditation, the institute can apply for a confirmatory visit.
Change of Scope Visit
If an institute desires to change the number of intake of a specific program that was accredited by NCEAC then the institute can apply for a Change of scope visit.
Accreditation Fee (The following visits fee implemented from 01 Jan, 2023 onwards)
| Visit Type | In-words | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Zero Visit | One Hundred & Fifty Thousand Only | Rs. 150,000/- |
| Accreditation Visit | Three Hundred Thousand Only | Rs. 300,000/- |
| Confirmatory Visit | Two Hundred Thousand Only | Rs. 200,000/- |
| Change of Scope Visit | Two Hundred Thousand Only | Rs. 200,000/- |