Institutional Governance & Grading Norms
Academic regulations at Khwaja Yunus Ali University are formulated by the Academic Council and ratified by the University Syndicate in compliance with the Private University Act 2010 and UGC directives. These policies govern course registration, continuous assessment, grading benchmarks, attendance decorum, and degree requirements.
UGC Standard Uniform 4.00 Grading Scale
| Numerical Marks Range | Letter Grade | Grade Point (GPA) | Performance Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80% and above | A+ | 4.00 | Outstanding |
| 75% to less than 80% | A | 3.75 | Excellent |
| 70% to less than 75% | A- | 3.50 | Very Good |
| 65% to less than 70% | B+ | 3.25 | Good |
| 60% to less than 65% | B | 3.00 | Satisfactory |
| 55% to less than 60% | B- | 2.75 | Above Average |
| 50% to less than 55% | C+ | 2.50 | Average |
| 45% to less than 50% | C | 2.25 | Below Average |
| 40% to less than 45% | D | 2.00 | Pass (Minimum passing benchmark) |
| Less than 40% | F | 0.00 | Fail (Course must be retaken) |
| Incomplete Assessment | I | 0.00 | Incomplete (Must resolve within 4 weeks of next term) |
| Official Course Withdrawal | W | 0.00 | Withdrawn with Dean's approval before final week |
Core Academic Policies
1. Class Attendance Criterion
Regular class attendance is strictly mandatory across all departments:
- • 75% or Above: Collegiate (Eligible for Final Examinations).
- • 60% to 74%: Non-Collegiate (Permitted with statutory fee on medical grounds).
- • Below 60%: Discollegiate (Debarred from examination; course retake required).
2. Academic Standing & Probation
Minimum cumulative GPA threshold required to remain in good standing:
- • Undergraduate students must maintain a minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00.
- • Falling below 2.00 places the student on Academic Probation 1 with 9 credit cap.
- • Three consecutive terms on probation results in review for academic dismissal.
3. Add/Drop & Course Retakes
Course adjustment protocol managed through the student portal:
- • Courses may be added or dropped within the first two weeks of semester start.
- • Any course with grade 'B-' or below may be retaken for grade improvement.
- • The higher grade replaces the previous attempt in cumulative GPA calculation.
4. Degree Completion Requirements
Conditions for undergraduate and postgraduate degree conferral:
- • Completion of all curriculum credit requirements (130-160 credits for Bachelor's).
- • Minimum graduation CGPA of 2.50 for Bachelor's and 3.00 for Master's programs.
- • Complete clearance from library, labs, residential halls, and accounts.