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Vill+P.O.-Kultikri, P.S-Sankrail, Dist-Jhargram, Pin-721135

Academic Calendar

(As per Vidyasagar University Guidelines)

The Academic Calendar at Sankrail Anil Biswas Smriti Mahavidyalaya outlines the schedule of academic, administrative, and co-curricular activities for the academic year, ensuring a structured and efficient learning environment.

Academic Year 2025: General Framework

The college follows a semester-based system under the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS) and NEP 2020 for its undergraduate programs (B.A. and B.Sc., 3-Year Multidisciplinary and 4-Year Honours Degrees). The academic year is divided into two semesters: Odd Semesters (July–December) and Even Semesters (January–June). The following is a tentative calendar for 2025, subject to updates based on Vidyasagar University notifications and lunar-based holiday adjustments (e.g., Eid-Ul-Fitr, Durga Puja). Students are advised to check the college website (https://sabsmkultikri.org) for the latest updates.

VU Academic Calendar:

UG COURSES UNDER CBCS (3-YEAR B.A./B.SC./B.COM. – HONS./GENERAL/MAJOR)

Semester V (Odd Semester)
Activity Date
Commencement of Classes 16th November, 2024
Period of Academic Activity 16th November, 2024 – 22nd February, 2025
Preparatory Break 23rd – 26th February, 2025
End Semester Exam (ESE) Tentatively from 27th February, 2025
End of Semester Break 13th March, 2025
Result Publication Within 45 days from last exam date
Semester VI (Even Semester)
Activity Date
Commencement of Classes 17th March, 2025
Period of Academic Activity 17th March – 21st June, 2025
Preparatory Break 22nd – 26th June, 2025
End Semester Exam (ESE) Tentatively from 27th June, 2025
End of Curriculum 15th July, 2025
Result Publication Within 30 days from last exam date

UG COURSES UNDER NEP-CCFUP (4-YEAR HONS.) & 3-YEAR MULTIDISCIPLINARY UG

Semester I (Odd Semester)
Activity Date
Commencement of Classes 7th August, 2024
Period of Academic Activity 7th August, 2024 – 1st March, 2025
Preparatory Break 3rd – 16th March, 2025
End Semester Exam (ESE) Tentatively from 3rd week of March, 2025
End of Semester Break 31st March, 2025
Result Publication Within 45 days from last exam date
Semester III (Odd Semester)
Activity Date
Commencement of Classes 20th January, 2025
Period of Academic Activity 20th January – 3rd May, 2025
Preparatory Break 4th – 6th May, 2025
End Semester Exam (ESE) Tentatively from 7th May, 2025
End of Semester Break 18th May, 2025
Result Publication Within 45 days from last exam date

General Monthly Academic & Co-Curricular Framework (2025)

Odd Semesters (1st, 3rd, 5th Semesters: July–December 2025)

Month Activity
July 2025
  • Commencement of Odd Semester classes for continuing students (3rd, 5th Semesters).
  • Orientation for newly admitted 1st Semester students.
  • Online admission process for 1st Semester (tentative, based on H.S. results).
  • Faculty development workshops (organized by IQAC).
August 2025
  • Regular classes and add-on courses (If any).
  • Independence Day celebrations (August 15).
  • NSS community outreach programs (e.g., environmental awareness campaigns).
  • Internal assessments (assignments, projects).
September 2025
  • Janmashtami (August 27, tentative holiday).
  • Field surveys for students.
  • Mid-semester reviews by Academic Committee.
  • Career counseling workshops.
October 2025
  • Gandhi Jayanti (October 2, holiday).
  • Durga Puja holidays (Sept 26–October 28, tentative).
November 2025
  • Internal examinations for Odd Semesters.
  • Submission of project reports for Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC).
  • Preparatory classes for semester-end examinations.
  • NSS Special Camp (e.g., community development projects).
December 2025
  • Semester-end examinations (Odd Semesters, conducted by Vidyasagar University).
  • Christmas Day (December 25, holiday).
  • Evaluation and result preparation.
  • Winter break (late December, tentative).

Even Semesters (2nd, 4th, 6th Semesters: January–June 2025)

Month Activity
January 2025
  • Commencement of Even Semester classes.
  • New Year’s Day (January 1, holiday).
  • Swami Vivekananda’s Birthday (January 12, holiday).
  • Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s Birthday (January 23, holiday).
  • Republic Day celebrations (January 26).
February 2025
  • Saraswati Puja (February 2, holiday).
  • Youth Parliament Competition (tentative).
  • Internal assessments (assignments, projects, quizzes, presentations).
  • Add-on course evaluations.(if any)
March 2025
  • Eid-Ul-Fitr (March 31, tentative holiday).
  • Fieldwork and practical sessions for eligible courses.
  • Sports and cultural events (e.g., Annual Sports Meet).
  • Mid-semester reviews.
April 2025
  • Mahavir Jayanti (April 10, holiday).
  • Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti (April 14, holiday).
  • Good Friday (April 18, holiday).
  • Internal examinations for Even Semesters.
  • Submission of Value-Added Course assignments.
May 2025
  • May Day (May 1, holiday).
  • Buddha Purnima (May 12, holiday).
  • Preparatory classes for semester-end examinations.
  • Career guidance and placement workshops.
June 2025
  • Id-Ud-Zoha (June 6, tentative holiday).
  • Semester-end examinations (Even Semesters, conducted by Vidyasagar University).
  • Evaluation and result declaration.
  • Summer break (late June, tentative).

Key Features

  • Semester Structure: Each semester includes 15–18 weeks of teaching, internal assessments, and preparatory periods, followed by university examinations.
  • Internal Assessments: Conducted through assignments, quizzes, projects, and presentations, contributing to final grades as per CBCS guidelines.
  • Co-Curricular Activities: Integrated into the calendar, including NSS camps, cultural festivals, sports events, and educational tours, to promote holistic development.
  • Add-On Courses: Communicative English, Basic Computer Application, and Gender Awareness are scheduled alongside regular classes to enhance employability.
  • Holidays: The calendar incorporates national, state, and regional holidays (e.g., Durga Puja, Republic Day) as per the college’s holiday list, ensuring cultural and religious inclusivity.
  • Flexibility: Adjustments may be made for unforeseen events (e.g., university schedule changes, lunar-based holidays like Eid-Ul-Fitr) and will be communicated via the college website or notice board.

Additional Notes

  • Examination Schedule: Semester-end examinations are conducted by Vidyasagar University, with dates finalized closer to the exam period. Internal exams are managed by the college’s Examination Committee.
  • Academic Support: Remedial classes and mentoring sessions are scheduled for students to ensure academic success.
  • IQAC Oversight: The IQAC monitors the implementation of the academic calendar, ensuring alignment with NAAC quality standards and Vidyasagar University regulations.
  • Student Engagement: Students are encouraged to participate in NSS activities (e.g., village adoption programs) and sustainability initiatives (e.g., “One Student, One Plant”) during breaks or designated periods, reflecting the NSS motto “Not Me But You”.
Note: This academic calendar is provisional and subject to modification in accordance with university notifications or government directives. Students and staff are advised to stay updated via the college website:
https://sabsmkultikri.org/index.aspx