The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) is a key body in educational institutions, particularly in colleges and universities that aims to promote and ensure quality enhancement in all aspects of institutional functioning. The establishment of the IQAC is the first step towards institutionalization and internalization of quality enhancement initiatives. Its success depends on its sense of belongingness and participation in all the activities of the institution. It will not be yet another hierarchical structure or a record-keeping unit of the institution but will be a facilitative and participative unit of the institution. It has the potential to become a vehicle for ushering in quality enhancement through its planned and interventionist strategies to remove deficiencies and enhance quality, as in Quality Circles in industries.
The prime task of the IQAC is to act as a catalyst and develop a system for conscious and consistent improvement in the overall performance of its institution. The IQAC plays a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing the standards of the institution, ensuring it remains competitive and responsive to changing educational demands.
