Author(s):
Prakash Mishra, Vishal Gupta
Email(s):
spmishrabedmlk@gmail.com , vishalgupta@mlkcollege.ac.in
DOI:
10.52711/2321-5828.2026.00028 
Address:
Prakash Mishra1, Vishal Gupta2
1Ex-Dean, Faculty of Education, Siddharth University Kapilvastu, Siddharth Nagar, U.P. and Chairman, IQAC- M.L.K.P.G. College Balrampur (271201)
2Dept. of Education, M.L.K.P.G. College Balrampur (271201) U. P.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 17,
Issue - 2,
Year - 2026
ABSTRACT:
Quality assurance has become a central concern for higher education institutions in the era of globalization, knowledge economy, and increasing accountability. In India, maintaining quality in higher education is strongly emphasized through accreditation and assessment frameworks introduced by organizations such as the National Assessment and Accreditation Council and the University Grants Commission. The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) has emerged as a key institutional mechanism to ensure continuous improvement in academic and administrative performance. This review article examines the concept of quality mandate in higher education institutions and analyzes the role, objectives, functions, and challenges of IQAC in promoting quality culture within institutions. Quality assurance has become a fundamental requirement for higher education institutions in the contemporary academic landscape. The Internal Quality Assurance Cell plays a crucial role in institutionalizing quality culture and ensuring continuous improvement in academic and administrative processes. Through systematic planning, monitoring, and evaluation, IQAC contributes significantly to enhancing institutional performance and achieving excellence in higher education. Strengthening IQAC mechanisms and promoting stakeholder participation will be essential for sustaining quality standards and addressing future challenges in higher education.
Cite this article:
Prakash Mishra, Vishal Gupta. A Quality Mandate in Higher Education Institutions: With Special Reference to Establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC). Research Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences. 2026;17(2):135-9. doi: 10.52711/2321-5828.2026.00028
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Prakash Mishra, Vishal Gupta. A Quality Mandate in Higher Education Institutions: With Special Reference to Establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC). Research Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences. 2026;17(2):135-9. doi: 10.52711/2321-5828.2026.00028 Available on: https://rjhssonline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-17-2-11
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