Administration
Registrar Office
The Registrar's Office is the heart of the University's administration, managing everything from legal compliance to student admissions.
Dr. M. S. Shejul
Registrar
Its responsibilities encompass everything right from overseeing legal affairs and ensuring compliance with regulations to managing staff, maintaining effective communication channels and maintaining the University's reputation through rankings and accreditations. Additionally, the office develops policies and guidelines that shape the University's practices and culture.
Academics Department
The formation of the Academics Department of Symbiosis International University (SIU) dates back to 2002, when Symbiosis was granted the status of a deemed-to-be university.
Over the last 20+ years, the Academics department has evolved from performing a single function - that of ensuring statutory compliance with the requirements of SIU and external regulatory bodies—to a department playing a more active role in the pursuit of academic excellence across all Programmes offered at SIU. The department started with one staff member and expanded to a team of 10 trained and qualified professionals from the field of education.
Dr. Asmita Dani
Director, Academics
The academic department always keeps pace with external changes, e.g. it richly contributes to formulating the policy for implementing NEP at SIU. The policy focused on ensuring that all Programmes are multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary, embedding graduate attributes in all Programmes, and suggesting pedagogical tools for effective implementation and tracking attainment.
The Department continues to innovate and evolve, keeping pace with the changing academic landscape and technological advancements.
Finance Department
The Finance Department oversees the institution's financial management, safeguarding its fiscal stability while aiding in strategic decision-making.
Their responsibilities encompass budgeting, accounting, fund allocation, risk management, and financial analysis, all aimed at ensuring the University runs efficiently and remains sustainable.
Miss. Aakanksha Deshpande (CA)
Finance Officer
This department's work is critical to the University's success, as it underpins the financial structure necessary for academic programs, research, and other key initiatives. Through effective resource management, the Finance Department plays a pivotal role in advancing the University's mission and objectives.
Examination Department
Symbiosis International (Deemed University) promotes fair and transparent examination and assessment for assessing the extent of learning that happens in various programmes.
The University ensures the quality of learning through continuous assessment and also continues with the tradition of term-end summative assessment. It has kept abreast with the global practices of assessment by adopting credit system based on relative grading /absolute grading as appropriate.
Mrs. Shradha Chitale
Controller of Examinations
The University has a well-developed examination software system with fully automated pre, conduct and post examination processes, including examination related student services viz., issue of transcript, duplicate documents, verification and attestation of documents.
Improvements in the system are made as per requirements to refine the quality of processes and response time.
Board of Constituents and University Development Department
The BCUD reviews and approves new academic programs at the University.
It ensures that these programs align with the University's goals, are supported by necessary resources, and meet the highest academic standards.
Prof. (Dr.) Abhijit P Deshpande
Director, Board of Constituents and University Development Department
The process involves input from various stakeholders, including faculty, experts, alumni, students, and industry professionals. Once approved, the new programs are added to the University's curriculum and implemented through a collaborative effort of various statutory bodies.
Symbiosis Test Secretariat
The University offers a variety of programmes at Graduate, Post Graduate, Doctoral and Diploma levels.
The Symbiosis Test Secretariat (STS) is the gateway to getting admissions to the programmes offered at the University. STS conducts all India-level entrance examinations for students who wish to pursue Doctoral, Post Graduate, and Under Graduate programmes offered by the University.
Dr. Pranav Vyas
Director, Admissions & Head, Symbiosis Test Secretariat
Candidates aspiring to join the Post graduate programmes must appear for the common Symbiosis National Aptitude (SNAP) test, candidates aspiring to join the Under graduate programmes have to appear for the Symbiosis Entrance Examination (SET), and to pursue a doctoral programme candidates have to appear for the Ph.D. Entrance test (PET) examinations.
These tests are conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT) across various cities of India.
Quality Assurance / Quality Management and Benchmarking
The Quality Management & Benchmarking (QMB) Department serves as a cornerstone of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), spearheading initiatives to transcend the benchmarks of educational excellence.
At QMB, we embody the university's commitment to not only meet but exceed the standards of quality education, research, and community engagement. By integrating rigorous quality assurance mechanisms with our strategic vision and mission, we strive to cultivate an environment of continuous improvement and innovation.
Dr. Hardik Vachharajani
Director, Quality Management & Benchmarking (QMB)
To uphold our commitment to excellence and accountability, the university has instituted the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at its core, complemented by Quality Improvement Cells (QICs) across our constituent units. These structures play a pivotal role in our continuous quality enhancement journey, aligning our operations with both the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) mandates and our aspirational goals.
Department of Sports, Recreation and Wellness (DSRW) Department
Sports and Games are essential components of human resource development.
Helping to promote good health, comradeship and spirit of healthy competition which in turn has positive impact on holistic development of personality of the Youth who is potential source of energy, enthusiasm and inspiration for development, progress and prosperity of a Nation. Symbiosis International (Deemed University) established its University Sports Board in 2010 and the Department of Sports, Recreation & Wellness was established in 2019.
Dr. Nayana Nimkar
Director, DSRW
The DSRW particularly is responsible for the development of sports infrastructure, participation in sports at grass-root level, fitness testing for staff and students as well as excelling at National Sports Tournaments. Our emphasis is on Physical Literacy for our students, faculty and staff for lifelong improvement in their quality of life. The Department provides access to state of art playfields and Gymnasiums at all campuses, fitness and wellness programs, multiple group classes, sports competitions and counselling.
Student Welfare Department
Department of Student Welfare acts as a bridge between the University and the students. With an intention to create a home away from home.
The DSW works with a holistic approach towards students’ concerns. The Department of Student Welfare provides services and support to students. It extends all possible help to students in order to create a conducive environment, imbibing values, ethics and morals. It goes beyond academic achievement to address the physical, mental, emotional, and social aspects of student life. In today's fast-paced and demanding academic environments, prioritizing student welfare is essential for fostering a conducive learning environment and ensuring students' overall success and satisfaction.
Dr. Abhijit Deshpande
Head, Student Welfare
At its core, student welfare aims to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where students feel supported, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. It recognizes that students may face various challenges during their academic journey, including academic stress, mental health issues, financial struggles, social isolation, and more. Therefore, institutions must provide comprehensive support systems and resources to address these challenges proactively.
