Equal Opportunity Cell & SC/ ST Cell
Committed to Fostering an Inclusive and Equitable Academic Environment.
In accordance with the University Grants Commission (UGC) (Promotion of Equity in HEIs) Regulations, 2012, and the Hon’ble Supreme Court’s directives, the university has established the Equal Opportunity Cell (EOC) and SC/ST Cell to address disparities, support marginalized communities, and promote inclusivity in higher education.
These cells aim to create awareness, address grievances, and ensure equitable access to educational opportunities for Disadvantaged Groups, including Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC– non-creamy layer), Women, Minorities, and Differently Abled Persons.
Objectives of
EOC & SC/ ST Cell
01. To ensure non-discriminatory practices in academic and administrative matters.
02. To provide support and guidance to students from marginalized and disadvantaged communities.
03. To create awareness and sensitize students and faculty on equity-related issues.
04. To monitor and resolve grievances related to discrimination.
05. To implement policies as per UGC and Supreme Court guidelines.
Composition of the
Equal Opportunity Cell (EOC)
| Designation | Role | Name |
|---|---|---|
| Chairperson (Nodal Officer) | Senior Faculty Member | Dr. P Harish Kumar, Dean of SOPR |
| Member Secretary | Faculty Representative | Dr. Tahera Begum, Asstt Professor, Mathematics |
| Faculty Representatives | Representative from CSE | Dr. N Jashwant |
| Representative from Physiotherapy | Ms. P Sai Dharani | |
| Student Representatives | B.Tech (AIML) I Year | N Divya Naga Varsishta |
| BPT I Year | Rathod Praveen | |
| Student Member | N. Baby Sai Poojitha | |
| Student Member | Tahniyath Sadiya | |
| Student Member | K. Akhilesh Goud | |
| Non-Teaching Staff Representative | Administrative Staff | Mr. R Seetha Ramanjaneyulu, Assistant Registrar |
| External Member | Social Worker / Legal Expert on Equity Laws | Dr. D V Naga Pradeep, AD, School of Law |
Composition of the
SC/ST Cell
| Designation | Role | Name |
|---|---|---|
| Chairperson | Senior Faculty Member from SC/ST category | Dr. G Ravi, Associate Dean |
| Faculty Representatives | Representative from Humanities | Dr. Maheswaran |
| Representative from Physiotherapy | Mr. S Balaji | |
| Student Representatives | B.Tech (Hons), CSE I Year | M Karunakar |
| B.Sc. / B.Sc. (Hons) RIT, I Year | Mr. Jai Singh Nenavath | |
| BPT I Year | Ashwini Bandamidi | |
| Non-Teaching Staff Representative | Member from admin staff | Mr. A Veeranna, Asstt Controller of Examinations |
Contact Information
Equal Opportunity Cell (EOC): eoc@mnruniversity.edu.in
SC/ST Cell: scstcell@mnruniversity.edu.in
MNR University is dedicated to upholding the principles of equality and ensuring a discrimination-free academic environment for all students and staff members.