RUSA
Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan — Transforming higher education infrastructure at AK (PG) College with ₹1.75 Crore in funding
About RUSA
Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) is a centrally sponsored scheme launched by the Ministry of Education, Government of India to provide strategic funding to eligible state higher educational institutions.
AK (PG) College, established in 1916 and affiliated with Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra, has been selected as a beneficiary institution under RUSA. The funding has been utilized for:
- Infrastructure development and modernization
- Smart classrooms and ICT integration
- Laboratory upgradation for practical learning
- Digital library and e-resources
- Faculty development and capacity building
- Preparation for NEP 2020 implementation
Funding Summary
Major Initiatives
Implementation Period
Smart Classrooms
Upgraded Labs
Infrastructure Highlights
Key Initiatives Under RUSA
Smart Classrooms & ICT Infrastructure
Modern smart classrooms equipped with digital projectors, interactive whiteboards, audio-visual systems, and high-speed internet connectivity. These technology-enabled classrooms support hybrid learning and improve student engagement as per NEP 2020 guidelines.
- 25+ technology-enabled smart classrooms
- Audio-visual systems with digital projectors
- Interactive whiteboards for enhanced learning
- High-speed internet connectivity
- Support for hybrid and blended learning models
- Recording facility for lecture archives
Laboratory Upgradation
State-of-the-art science and computer laboratories equipped with modern instruments and software. The upgraded labs support practical learning in Geography, Military Science, Science disciplines, and Computer Applications.
- 15+ laboratories upgraded with modern equipment
- Advanced instruments for research and experimentation
- Computer labs with latest hardware and software
- Dedicated lab technicians for each department
- Practical training support for B.Sc. Agriculture and Science programs
- Geography lab with modern cartography equipment
Digital Library & E-Resources
A fully digital library with e-resources, online journals, OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog), and digital reading rooms. Students have access to 50,000+ books and e-journals through UGC-INFLIBNET and other consortiums.
- 50,000+ books with digital catalog system
- Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC)
- Access to e-journals through UGC-INFLIBNET
- Digital reading rooms with Wi-Fi
- Book Bank Scheme for economically weaker students
- IGNOU study centre resources integration (Code: 27104)
Faculty Development & Capacity Building
Comprehensive training programs for teaching excellence including workshops on modern pedagogical methods, ICT integration, research methodology, and NEP 2020 implementation strategies for the new FYUGP framework.
- Workshops on modern teaching methods
- ICT integration and digital pedagogy training
- Research methodology and publication support
- NEP 2020 and FYUGP implementation training
- Continuous professional development programs
- Training on Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE) methods
Campus Infrastructure & Hostel Development
Comprehensive campus infrastructure development including renovation of academic buildings, construction of seminar halls, improved sanitation facilities, and enhanced hostel amenities with modern conveniences.
- Renovation of academic buildings
- Construction of seminar and conference halls
- Improved sanitation and drinking water facilities
- Enhanced hostel facilities for boys and girls
- CCTV surveillance across campus
- Solar power installation for sustainable energy
ICT & Digital Infrastructure
Robust ICT infrastructure including campus-wide Wi-Fi, server room upgradation, digital attendance system, and integration with Samarth Portal and SWAYAM platform for online learning resources.
- Campus-wide high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity
- Integration with Samarth Admission Portal
- Digital attendance and examination management
- Server room with 24/7 power backup
- Integration with SWAYAM online courses
- Support for ICT-enabled teaching-learning
NEP 2020 & FYUGP Alignment
The college has implemented the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 framework with FYUGP (Four Year Undergraduate Programme) from the academic session 2026-27. All RUSA-funded infrastructure supports this transformative initiative.
Impact of RUSA Initiatives
Experience Our Modern Infrastructure
Visit our campus to see the RUSA-funded facilities that are transforming education at AK (PG) College — established 1916, now NEP 2020 ready.