Ms. Kavitha G Nair
The IQAC at KMCT IETM operates with a clear mandate: to move the institution from intent to institution. In Academic Year 2025–26, the IQAC developed a structured academic audit framework — including a Master SOP, a two-cycle internal audit system, and a centralised Document Control System. A year-long quality enrichment initiative brought in external voices from the academic and industry ecosystem. KMCT IETM conducted its first formal cross-departmental internal audits in 2025–26, achieving an institutional compliance score of 83–84% in its inaugural cycle.
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The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of KMCT Institute of Emerging Technology and Management was constituted in accordance with the Academic Audit Policy of APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU) and aligned with the quality criteria of the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). The IQAC functions as the institution’s primary quality governance body, overseeing academic audits, faculty development, documentation standards, and institutional readiness for accreditation.
“Quality is not a destination. It is the discipline of asking, every single day — are we doing this better than we did it yesterday?”
The IQAC is constituted as per NBA/AICTE norms with representation from management, administration, faculty, students, alumni, industry, and technical staff.
| Role | Name | Designation / Affiliation |
|---|---|---|
| Chairperson | Dr. Abdul Gafur M | Principal, KMCT IETM |
| IQAC Coordinator | Ms. Kavitha G Nair | IQAC Coordinator |
| Executive Trustee & Director | Dr. Aysha Nazreen | Executive Trustee & Director, KMCT Group of Institutions |
| Senior Administrative Representative | Mr. Manu Jose | Administrative Officer, KMCT IETM |
| Alumni Representative | Mr. Ahmed Rishan | Distinguished Alumnus, KMCT IETM |
| Student Representative | Mr. Abraham Jolly | Student Representative, KMCT IETM |
| Technical Staff Representative | Mr. Anwar | System Administrator, KMCT IETM |
| Faculty Representatives | Six nominated faculty members | One representative each from CSE, CSE (Cyber Security), AI&DS, ECE, Computer Applications, and Business Administration |
KMCT IETM follows a Cross-Departmental Internal Audit Model as mandated by KTU. IQAC-appointed faculty auditors from one department assess another, ensuring objectivity and inter-departmental learning. Two complete audit cycles were conducted in 2025–26.
- Strong and consistent course file documentation across departments
- Verified internal assessments with complete supporting documentation
- Active mentoring and student advisory systems with documented records
- Functional IQAC with regular meetings and documented Minutes of Meeting
- Proactive cross-departmental audit model ensuring objectivity
- Institutional momentum: IIT Madras MoU, MCA and MBA launch, NSS establishment
- ICT-enabled teaching documentation requires standardised evidence formats
- Innovative teaching practices are implemented but not consistently documented
- Course file completeness gaps in some departments at time of Cycle 1 audit
- MOOC/NPTEL course completion records need systematic maintenance
- Result analysis requires deeper linkage to teaching interventions
Identifying areas for improvement is only the first step. The IQAC at KMCT IETM has developed a structured Gap Closure Framework for each improvement area — with defined root causes, concrete strategies, timelines, and verifiable outcome indicators.
The IQAC organised a curated series of faculty development and engagement programmes throughout 2025–26, rooted in the conviction that a quality institution begins with a quality teacher.
New Faculty Orientation & Meet Up
Welcomed new faculty into the institution’s culture and quality framework.
Session on Innovative Pedagogy
Internal engagement session on creative and outcome-based teaching strategies.
A Mindful Reset for Today’s Educators
Wellbeing and reflective practice session for faculty on mindful teaching.
Faculty Orientation & Year-Begin Connect
Re-energised the faculty community at the start of the new semester.
Expert Talk on Start Ups
Industry insights on the startup ecosystem and technology entrepreneurship.
Faculty Mentoring Session
On empathy, inclusive thinking, and the deeper purpose of mentorship in education.
Story Telling: How Start Ups Claim Mental Space
On narrative, innovation, and keeping teaching in dialogue with professional reality.
Industry Exposure Initiative — BRIDGE
MCA students visited GetLead Analytics, Govt. CyberPark — the first edition of BRIDGE, KMCT IETM’s Industry Readiness Visit programme.
Quality Assurance Report — AY 2025–26
Full internal audit report including findings, ATR, gap closure framework, and future roadmap. Prepared for Principal review and KTU external audit preparedness.