NPR College of Engineering & Technology Autonomous

Office of the Controller of Examinations

Autonomous Examination Governance, Centralized Evaluation Standards & Academic Certification under UGC Autonomy & Anna University, Chennai.










Office of the Controller of Examinations

The Office of the Controller of Examinations (CoE) is an autonomous statutory cell responsible for the planning, scheduling, conduct, evaluation, and result publication of all Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA) tests and End Semester Examinations (ESE) for Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) programmes at NPR College of Engineering and Technology.

Consequent to the grant of Autonomous status by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and Anna University, Chennai, the Examination Cell functions under the guidelines approved by the Governing Body and Academic Council. The office functions with absolute confidentiality, transparency, and strict adherence to the institutional academic regulations.

Primary Responsibilities of the CoE Office

S.No. Activity / Function Description
1 Academic & Exam Schedule Preparation and notification of Academic Calendars, CIA schedules, practical examination dates, and End Semester theory examination timetables.
2 Question Paper Setting & Scrutiny Appointment of expert external Question Paper setters from premier autonomous institutions and universities, followed by rigorous scrutiny by subject experts.
3 Conduct of Examinations Centralized hall seating arrangements, invigilation duty management, printing of answer booklets, and coordination of daily examination logistics.
4 Central Valuation & Moderation Barcoding of answer scripts, conduct of Central Valuation with external examiners, and conduct of Result Passing Board (RPB) meetings.
5 Publication of Results & Certification Declaration of semester results on the college portal, issue of Statement of Grades, Consolidated Grade Sheets, Provisional Certificates, and Degrees.
6 Revaluation & Review Processing student applications for answer script photocopy, revaluation, and review as per autonomous guidelines.

Controllers & Administrative Officials

The Office of the Controller of Examinations is headed by the Controller of Examinations and assisted by Deputy Controllers of Examinations:

Dr. K. Kanimozhi

Dr. K. Kanimozhi

Controller of Examinations

Overall in-charge of autonomous examination administration, question paper formulation, evaluation integrity, result publication, and academic governance.

Dr. C. Manivel

Dr. C. Manivel

Deputy Controller of Examinations - I

Management of student autonomous records, statement of grades processing, photocopy / revaluation requests, and provisional degree documentation.

Dr. B. N. Bobinath

Dr. B. N. Bobinath

Deputy Controller of Examinations - II

Coordination of Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA) tests, examination hall allocations, attendance verification, and central valuation supervision.

Academic Schedule

Note: Academic schedules approved by the Academic Council for Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) programmes under Autonomous Regulations:
S.No. Schedule Title Programme / Category Academic Session Document
1 Academic Calendar 2026 – 2027 (ODD) UG & PG Programmes 2026–2027 (Odd Semester) View PDF
2 Academic Calendar All UG & PG I Semester Undergraduate & Postgraduate (I Sem) 2026–2027 Session View PDF
3 UG Academic Schedule 2025 – 2026 Undergraduate (UG) 2025–2026 (Odd Semester) View PDF
4 PG Academic Schedule 2025 – 2026 Postgraduate (PG) 2025–2026 (Odd Semester) View PDF
3 UG Academic Schedule 2024 – 2025 Undergraduate (UG) 2024–2025 (Odd Semester) View PDF
4 PG Academic Schedule 2024 – 2025 Postgraduate (PG) August 2024 – November 2024 View PDF
5 UG Academic Schedule (General) Undergraduate (UG) Autonomous Stream View PDF
6 PG Academic Schedule (General) Postgraduate (PG) Autonomous Stream View PDF

Assessment Schedule

Assessment Timelines: Schedules for Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA) tests and End Semester practical & theory examinations:
S.No. Assessment Schedule Target Programmes Semester / Session Document
1 Assessment Schedule 2025 – 2026 UG & PG All Programmes 2025–2026 (Odd Semester) View PDF
2 UG First Year Assessment Schedule B.E. / B.Tech. I Year Even Semester View PDF
3 PG First Year Assessment Schedule M.E. / MBA / MCA I Year Even Semester View PDF
4 UG Internal Assessment Schedule UG Programmes August 2024 to December 2024 View PDF
5 PG Assessment Schedule (Semester III) PG Programmes August 2024 to November 2024 View PDF
6 UG Assessment Schedule (General) Undergraduate Programmes Autonomous Regulations View PDF
7 PG Assessment Schedule (General) Postgraduate Programmes Autonomous Regulations View PDF

Examination Time Table

End Semester Examinations: Official examination timetables for Autonomous Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) degree programmes – November / December 2026.
S.No. Timetable Notification Programme Regulation Session Download / View
1 UG End Semester Examination Timetable Undergraduate (UG) Regulation 2026 November / December 2026 View PDF
2 UG End Semester Examination Timetable Undergraduate (UG) Regulation 2025 November / December 2026 View PDF
3 UG End Semester Examination Timetable Undergraduate (UG) Regulation 2023 November / December 2026 View PDF
4 UG End Semester Examination Timetable Undergraduate (UG) Regulation 2021 November / December 2026 View PDF
5 PG End Semester Examination Timetable Postgraduate (PG) Regulation 2026 November / December 2026 View PDF
6 PG End Semester Examination Timetable Postgraduate (PG) Regulation 2025 November / December 2026 View PDF
7 PG End Semester Examination Timetable Postgraduate (PG) Regulation 2023 November / December 2026 View PDF

Curriculum & Syllabus

Curriculum and Syllabi for Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes approved by the Academic Council under NPRCET Autonomous Regulations:

S.No. Programme Level Programmes Covered Regulations Download
1 Undergraduate (UG) B.E. (Civil, CSE, CSE-AIML, CSE-Cyber, ECE, EEE, Mech), B.Tech. (IT, AIDS) Autonomous Regulations UG Syllabus (PDF)
2 Postgraduate (PG) M.E. (VLSI Design), MBA (Master of Business Administration), MCA (Master of Computer Applications) Autonomous Regulations PG Syllabus (PDF)

Forms & Applications

Students requiring examination-related permissions or services may download and submit the completed application form to the Office of the Controller of Examinations:

S.No. Application Form Description / Purpose Download Form
1 Exam Instructions to Candidates End-Semester / Supplementary Examination conduct guidelines, rules and dress code regulations. Download PDF
2 Enforcement of Strict Anti-Malpractice Circular Official Circular & Zero-Tolerance Policy against examination malpractice with Annexure – I penalties. Download PDF
3 Condonation Form Application for condonation of lack of attendance on valid medical or extraordinary grounds as per autonomous regulations. Download PDF
4 Examination Withdrawal Form Application for valid withdrawal from appearing in End Semester Examinations prior to the commencement of exams. Download PDF
5 Photocopy & Revaluation Form Application for obtaining evaluated answer script photocopy and applying for revaluation / review of theory courses. Download PDF

Instructions to Candidates

End-Semester / Supplementary Examinations Instructions

NPR COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (AUTONOMOUS), NATHAM — Official Guidelines for Students.

A. General Examination Instructions

  1. 1 The Hall Ticket will be issued to candidates only upon satisfying the attendance requirements and other eligibility conditions prescribed under the Rules, Regulations, and instructions issued by the Institution / University from time to time.
  2. 2 Candidates must keep their Hall Ticket safe until the completion of all End-Semester / Supplementary Examinations. No candidate will be permitted to appear for an examination without a valid Hall Ticket.
  3. 3 Candidates must verify the details printed on the Hall Ticket. Any discrepancy must be brought to the notice of the Controller of Examinations (CoE) Office immediately for necessary correction.
  4. 4 Candidates must affix their signatures in the space provided on the Hall Ticket immediately upon receipt.
  5. 5 Candidates must bring all permitted examination materials, including the Hall Ticket, Identity Card, blue/black pens, pencils, erasers, scales, etc., and keep them properly arranged at their allotted seats.
  6. 6 Candidates must occupy their allotted seats at least 10 minutes before the commencement of the examination.
  7. 7 Candidates will not ordinarily be permitted to enter the examination hall after the commencement of the examination. In exceptional circumstances, entry may be permitted within the first 30 minutes only with the written permission of the CoE / Principal / Chief Superintendent.
  8. 8 Under no circumstances will candidates be permitted to enter the examination hall after the expiry of the first 30 minutes from the commencement of the examination.
  9. 9 Candidates suffering from infectious diseases shall not be admitted to the examination hall, subject to applicable institutional guidelines.
  10. 10 Candidates must write only their Register Number in the space provided on the question paper. Any other writing or markings on the question paper or Hall Ticket are strictly prohibited.
  11. 11 Candidates must not bring any written or printed materials, loose papers, mobile phones, pen drives, iPods, smartwatches, programmable calculators, unauthorised data sheets, or other electronic gadgets into the examination hall. Possession of such materials will invite disciplinary action.
  12. 12 Before commencing the examination, candidates must write their Register Number, Semester, Course Code / Course Name, and Date of Examination in the appropriate spaces provided on the first page of the answer booklet. These details must not be written elsewhere in the answer booklet or on any additional attachments, such as drawing sheets or Smith charts.
  13. 13 Candidates must not reveal their identity in any form in the answer scripts or attempt to canvass, directly or indirectly, for the award of marks. Any such violation will attract disciplinary action.
  14. 14 Candidates must maintain strict silence and must not communicate with or seek assistance from other candidates during the examination. Any clarification required must be sought only from the Hall Invigilator.
  15. 15 Candidates will not be permitted to leave the examination hall during the last 45 minutes of the examination. Candidates who leave the hall during the examination will not be permitted to re-enter.
  16. 16 Candidates may use only approved geometric instruments, non-programmable calculators, data books, and statistical tables, wherever permitted for the respective examinations.
  17. 17 Candidates must hand over their answer booklets to the Hall Invigilator before leaving the examination hall.
  18. 18 Candidates involved in any form of examination malpractice will be dealt with strictly in accordance with the malpractice norms and regulations in force at the Institution / University.
  19. 19 Candidates must produce their Hall Tickets whenever demanded by the Hall Invigilator, Chief Superintendent, Anna University Representative, or Squad Members.

B. General Examination Dress Code Guidelines

Candidates are expected to maintain a neat, formal, and disciplined appearance while attending examinations.

1. Boys / Male Students
Mandatory Attire

Formal shirts and formal trousers. Shirts should be plain or in standard formal designs.

Footwear

Formal shoes with socks.

Prohibited Items
Jeans & Cargo pants T-shirts & Shorts Low-waist trousers Printed, flashy, or jazzy shirts Rolling up full sleeves Earrings & Bracelets Pouches & Smartwatches
Hair & Grooming

Hair must be neatly trimmed and properly maintained.

2. Girls / Female Students
Mandatory Attire

Formal salwar kameez or churidar.

Prohibited Items
Leggings Patiala pants Jeans & Sleeveless tops Transparent or inappropriate attire Unpinned dupattas
Hair & Grooming

Hair must be neatly combed and properly tied.

C. Important Instructions

  • Strict discipline and decorum must be maintained inside the examination hall.
  • Mobile phones, smartwatches, and other unauthorised electronic devices are strictly prohibited.
  • Candidates must strictly adhere to the examination instructions and dress code prescribed by the Institution.
  • Violation of examination rules will result in appropriate disciplinary action.

Enforcement of Strict Anti-Malpractice Measures in Examinations

Anti-Malpractice Official Circular

Office of the Controller of Examinations — Mandatory Zero-Tolerance Regulations & Penalties.

Office of the Controller of Examinations

CIRCULAR

Date: 28.07.2026
Subject: Enforcement of Strict Anti-Malpractice Measures in Examinations

In order to uphold academic integrity, fairness, and discipline in the examination process, the Institute hereby reiterates its strict enforcement of punitive measures against any form of malpractice or unfair means adopted during Continuous Internal Assessment and End Semester Examinations.

The Institute maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward examination malpractice. All students are required to strictly adhere to the prescribed examination rules. Any violation will invite severe penalties, as detailed below:

Nature of Malpractice Punishment
As per Annexure – I (attached) (i) Invalidating the examinations of all the theory & practical subjects of the Continuous Internal Assessment and End Semester Examinations registered by the candidate.

(ii) Imposition of a financial penalty of Rs. 10,000/- (Rupees Ten Thousand Only).
Enforcement: This circular shall come into force with immediate effect and shall apply to all examinations conducted from the Academic Year 2026–27 onwards.
Copy to:
  1. Administrative office for information
  2. The Principal Office
  3. All HoDs
  4. All Mentors
  5. File
Controller of Examinations
(Dr. K. Kanimozhi)

Annexure – I: Nature of Malpractice

S.No. Nature of Malpractice / Infraction Punishment Imposed
1 The candidate communicating with neighbour candidate orally or non-verbally; the candidate causing suspicious movement of his/her body.
Standard Punitive Action:
(i) Invalidating the examinations of all the theory & practical subjects of the Continuous Internal Assessment and End Semester Examinations registered by the candidate.
(ii) Imposition of a mandatory financial penalty of Rs. 10,000/- (Rupees Ten Thousand Only).
(iii) Applicable to all examinations from Academic Year 2026–27 onwards.
2The candidate writing answer on his/her question paper or making use of his/her question paper for rough work.
3The candidate possessing of cell phone / programmable calculator(s) / any other electronic storage device(s) gadgets.
4The candidate facilitating the other candidate(s) to copy from his/her answers script.
5The candidate possessing any incriminating material(s) (whether used or not). For example: Written or printed materials, bits of papers containing written information, writings on scale, calculator, handkerchief, dress, part of the body, hall ticket etc.
6The candidate possessing cell phone(s) / programmable calculator(s) / any other electronic storage device(s) gadgets and containing incriminating materials (whether used or not).
7The candidate possessing the question paper of another candidate with additional writing on it.
8The candidate passing his/her question paper to another candidate with additional writing on it.
9The candidate passing incriminating materials brought into the examination hall in any medium (hard/soft) to other candidate(s).
10The candidate copying from neighbour candidate.
11Appeal by the candidate in the answer script to show mercy by way of awarding more than deserving marks.
12The candidate writing his/her name in the answer script.
13The candidate writing his/her registration number / college name in place other than specified in the answer script.
14Any special marking in the answer script by the candidate.
15Irrelevant writing by the candidate in the answer script.
16The candidate taking out of the examination hall answer booklet(s), used or unused.
17Appeal by the candidate in the answer script coupled with a promise of any form of consideration.
18Vulgar / offensive writings by the candidate in the answer script.
19The candidate possessing the answer script of another candidate.
20The candidate passing his/her answers script to another candidate.
21Candidate destroying evidence relating to an alleged irregularity.
22The candidate substituting an answer booklet prepared outside the examination hall for the one already distributed to the candidate.
23The candidate misbehaving in the examination hall.
24The candidate indulge in any disruptive conduct including, but not limited to, shouting assault of invigilator. Officials or students using abusive and/or threatening language, destruction of property.
25The candidate harass or engage others to harass on his/her behalf an invigilator, official, witnesses or any other person in relation to an irregularity by making telephone calls, visits mails or by any other means.
26Candidate possessing any firearm / weapon inside the examination hall.

Contact Office of the Controller of Examinations

Office Location

  • Office of the Controller of Examinations
    Ground Floor, Administrative Block,
    NPR College of Engineering & Technology,
    NPR Nagar, Natham, Dindigul – 624 401, Tamil Nadu.
  • Working Hours:
    Monday to Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    (Closed on 2nd Saturdays, Sundays & Government Holidays)

Contact Details

  • Phone Helpline:
    04544 – 246500 / 04544 – 246501
  • Email Enquiries:
    coe@nprcet.edu.in
  • Services for Students:
    Hall tickets, statements of marks, duplicate grade sheets, grade verification, and revaluation enquiries.