Office of the Controller of Examinations
Direct leadership steering academic integrity, modern evaluation standards, and transparent assessment across all Autonomous engineering programmes.
Prof. F. D. Anfinston
(An Autonomous Institution)
Excellence, Integrity & Transparency in Autonomous Assessment
With the conferment of Autonomous status by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and Pondicherry University, Achariya College of Engineering Technology has stepped into a new era of academic empowerment under Regulation R-2026. The Office of the Controller of Examinations is committed to upholding the highest benchmarks of confidentiality, credibility, and academic rigor.
Our examination framework is fully aligned with Outcome-Based Education (OBE), the Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy, and Choice Based Credit System (CBCS). From continuous internal assessments (CAT) to double-blind central valuation, computer-generated dummy numbering, and automated result processing, every workflow is backed by statutory committees, transparent governance, and strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
We warmly welcome all students, faculty members, and external evaluators to explore our statutory policy manuals, regulations, and quality standards in our collective pursuit of educational excellence.
Double-Lock Strong Room
Confidential QP custody & securityBloom's Taxonomy & OBE
Higher-order cognitive evaluationDouble-Blind Valuation
Dummy numbering & sample checkDigiLocker & ABC Sync
Instant digital award verificationAutonomous Examination Regulations & Manuals
Formulated under UGC Autonomous guidelines, recommended by the Academic Council (16.09.2026), and approved by the Governing Body (30.09.2026). Click to download or preview directly inside the browser.
Examination Policy 2026
Doc No: ACET/COE/POL/2026/01Comprehensive policy governing evaluation framework, Bloom's question taxonomy, Continuous Assessment (CA), End Semester Examinations (ESE), passing standards, and degree certification for B.Tech., M.Tech., and MBA programmes.
COE Office Manual 2026
Doc No: ACET/COE/MAN/2026/02Detailed operational manual defining statutory examination bodies, double-lock strong room security, register maintenance, confidentiality code of conduct, and 28 standard statutory examination forms (F01 to F28).
Standard Operating Procedures
Doc No: ACET/COE/SOP/2026/0342 standardized operating procedures spanning the complete examination lifecycle: pre-exam scheduling, question paper scrutiny, hall invigilation, central valuation, result declaration, revaluation, and IT data security.
42 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Comprehensive procedure guidelines compliant with ISO 9001 and NAAC standards governing every phase of the autonomous examination process.
Preparation of Examination Calendar
Formulating master exam schedules, Continuous Assessment (CAT) dates, practicals, and ESE timelines aligned with university academic schedules.
Student Master & Course Registration
Verification of candidate identity, elective course selections, CBCS credit mapping, and master database locking.
Conduct of Continuous Assessment Tests (CAT)
Centralized conduct of CAT-I, CAT-II, and Model examinations with Bloom's taxonomy mapped question papers and centralized hall plans.
CA Marks Entry, Display & Freezing
Faculty marks entry in portal, 3-day student grievance verification window, and cryptographic digital freezing of internal scores.
Attendance Verification & Condonation
Evaluating the 75% attendance threshold, processing genuine medical condonation (65%-74%), and generating the Redo course roster.
Examination Registration & Fee Collection
Regular and arrear course registration, digital fee collection on portal, and automated candidate exam eligibility roster generation.
ESE Time-Table Preparation
Scientific conflict-free exam slotting, session allocation (FN/AN), and public notification across departments and website portal.
Hall Ticket Generation & Issue
Automated generation of barcoded admit cards on portal with photograph, registered subjects, and examination code of conduct.
Paper Setters & Confidential QP Custody
Appointment of external subject experts, confidential question paper receipt, and double-lock strong room security under CCTV surveillance.
QP Scrutiny, Printing & Secret Packing
Board of Scrutiny quality review, secret printing in confidential cell, and tamper-evident sealed packing with session color codes.
Seating Arrangement & Invigilation
Zig-zag multi-department seating distribution and automated invigilation duty allotment on portal with strict replacement policies.
Conduct of Theory ESE (Exam Day)
Opening of sealed question packet in presence of faculty witnesses, hall discipline, attendance verification, and script collection.
Scribe & PwD Accommodations
Providing qualified scribes, compensatory examination time (20 mins/hour), and accessible seating per RPwD Act 2016 statutory guidelines.
Handling Malpractice Cases (EDC)
Seizure of unauthorized material, candidate statement, inquiry by Examination Discipline Committee, and standardized penalty award.
End Semester Practical Examinations
Joint laboratory evaluation by Internal and External examiners with instantaneous digital mark upload on portal on the same day.
Projects, Viva-Voce & Internal Courses
Plagiarism similarity verification (< 20%), external viva-voce panels for B.Tech/M.Tech/MBA, and mandatory non-credit course evaluation.
Receipt, Dummy Coding & Script Storage
Tear-off barcode coding and computer-generated dummy numbering masking roll numbers prior to handover to Central Valuation Camp.
Central Valuation Camp Management
Centralized evaluation with official scheme of valuation, chief examiner sample check (10%), and scrutiny of unmarked sub-questions.
Mark Entry, Decoding & Tabulation
Double-blind data entry into portal, automatic decoding against student master, and preparation of Tabulated Result Record (TRR).
Result Passing Board & Publication
Statutory RPB review, statistical grade moderation, official result declaration on portal, and website summary notification.
Grade Sheet Printing & Security
Printing semester grade cards on tamper-proof security paper with holographic foil, micro-text, and digitally verifiable QR codes.
Revaluation & Copy of Answer Script
Online application for scanned copy of valued script, third-party independent revaluation, and score revision policies.
Supplementary & Mitigation Exams
Fast-track supplementary examinations for outgoing final-year students (VIII Semester) and special mitigation sessions for medical cases.
SWAYAM / MOOC Credit & Honours
Equivalence review, credit transfer for NPTEL/MOOC online courses, and tracking B.Tech. with Honours & Minors degree criteria.
Consolidated Grade Sheets & Transcripts
Issuance of Official Transcripts, Provisional Degree Certificates, Rank Certificates, and Genuineness Verification for higher education/WES.
NAD / DigiLocker & Grievance Redressal
Seamless synchronization of awards to the National Academic Depository (NAD / DigiLocker / ABC) and formal student grievance redressal.
Examination IT & Data Security
Role-based access control, cryptographic hash verification, multi-site off-campus automated database backups, and disaster recovery.
Internal Audit & Annual Report
Annual examination audit by IQAC peers, comprehensive pass-percentage analytics, and reporting to the Academic Council and Governing Body.
10-Point Grading System & Governance
Autonomous Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) 10-point scale under Regulation R-2026 and the apex statutory bodies ensuring fair assessment.
| Letter Grade | Grade Points | Marks Range (%) | Description | Academic Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O | 10.0 | 90 – 100 | Outstanding Performance | Passed with Distinction |
| A+ | 9.0 | 80 – 89 | Excellent Performance | Passed with First Class |
| A | 8.0 | 70 – 79 | Very Good Performance | Passed with First Class |
| B+ | 7.0 | 60 – 69 | Good Performance | Passed with First Class |
| B | 6.0 | 55 – 59 | Above Average | Passed with Second Class |
| C | 5.0 | 50 – 54 | Average Performance | Passed with Second Class |
| P | 4.0 | 40 – 49 | Marginal Pass (UG & M.Tech) | Passed |
| F | 0.0 | < 40 (UG) / < 50 (MBA) | Fail / Re-appear Mandatory | Arrear Course |
Board of Examinations (BoE)
Chaired by the Principal with COE as Member Secretary. Formulates overall examination policies, appointment norms for external experts, and systemic evaluation reforms.
Result Passing Board (RPB)
Convenes immediately post central valuation to analyze course performance statistics, approve statistical moderations, and grant statutory authorization for result declaration.
Discipline Committee (EDC)
Conducts independent, time-bound inquiries for reported hall malpractice, reviews evidence, grants fair candidate hearings, and awards standard penalties per SOP-16.
Grievance Committee (EGC)
Addresses student evaluation petitions, revaluation discrepancies, mark sheet corrections, and special mitigation requests for genuine medical emergencies.