Discipline

Discipline

De Paulians have a duty to be honest in their academic and non-academic endeavors to maintain academic integrity. If there is any violation related to academic or non-academic matters, disciplinary action will be taken as per the rules of the institution. College has a Disciplinary Committee consisting of the Principal, Dean/ Academic Coordinator, Student Affairs Officer and other nominated members.

Code of conduct

Academic & Attendance Regulations

  • Official Language: English is the official language of the campus.

  • Mandatory Attendance: Students must maintain 75% attendance per subject to be eligible for University examinations.

  • Punctuality: Students must be present at the commencement of class. Latecomers will not be allowed entry or granted attendance.

  • Assignments: Deadlines for submissions must be respected; violations will result in fines or disciplinary action.

  • Participation: Students must participate in all college activities. Avoidance is viewed seriously.

Behavioral Standards & Ethics

  • Respect for Staff: Use of physical force or foul language against teachers/employees is strictly forbidden and may lead to immediate dismissal.

  • Prohibition of Violence: Physical violence, groupism, and campus politics are strictly prohibited. The police will be notified in cases of violence.

  • Anti-Ragging: Ragging is a serious offence and is dealt with according to the law and UGC/Supreme Court guidelines.

  • Integrity: Stealing is strictly prohibited and results in suspension or dismissal.

  • Substance Abuse: Use of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco is strictly prohibited. Violations will be reported to the Police and the student dismissed.

  • Gifts: Students and parents are forbidden from giving gifts to college employees.

Campus Operations & Property

  • Property Damage: Students must indemnify the college for any damage caused to institution property and face disciplinary action.

  • Belongings: Students are solely responsible for the safety of their own belongings.

  • Fundraising: Collecting funds or organizing events/picnics without written permission from the Principal is prohibited.

  • Library: All books must be returned or paid for at the end of each semester to avoid delays in receiving Transfer Certificates.

  • Fees: Fees are non-refundable. Delays in payment result in fines and the withholding of Hall Tickets or Transfer Certificates.

Dress Code & Identification

  • Dress Code: Students must wear decent, moderate, and formal dress during class hours. Uniforms are mandatory on specified days.

  • Identity Cards: Both students and staff must wear college-issued ID cards at all times.

Mobile Phone Policy

  • Restricted Usage: Mobile phones are prohibited in the college block, library, and dining hall.

  • Penalties: Violations result in seizure of the phone and hefty fines. No justifications will be accepted.

Hostel & Off-Campus Regulations

  • Dismissal Policy: Dismissal from the college results in automatic dismissal from the hostel.

  • Visitors: Boarders cannot have guests in their rooms without permission from the Principal or Hostel Director.

  • Interacting with Outsiders: Students must have explicit permission from the Principal or Warden to interact with outsiders.

  • Interaction with School Students: College students are forbidden from entertaining school-level students or instigating them toward unlawful behavior.

  • Exit Permissions: Written permission is required for entry/exit. Requests to go home must be submitted one day in advance.

  • Activity Consent: It is the student’s responsibility to get parental permission for NSS/NCC or other programs; the college will not seek individual consent.

Final Authority

    • Reputation: Any action (individual or collective) that harms the reputation or functioning of the college will result in suspension or dismissal.

    • Management Decision: The decision of the Management regarding any violation of these codes is final.