The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) is an autonomous body that assesses and accredits higher educational institutions in India to ensure quality in teaching, learning, research, infrastructure, governance, and student support.

Purpose of NAAC Accreditation:

To evaluate the overall performance of institutions against nationally accepted quality standards.
To promote continuous improvement, accountability, and academic excellence.
To provide stakeholders—students, parents, and society—with reliable information about institutional quality.
Assessment Criteria:
NAAC evaluates institutions based on key areas such as:

Curricular Aspects

Teaching–Learning and Evaluation
Research, Innovations and Extension
Infrastructure and Learning Resources
Student Support and Progression
Governance, Leadership and Management
Institutional Values and Best Practices