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Legal Framework & Governance

At MITS School of Biotechnology (MSB), we adhere strictly to the legal and regulatory requirements set forth by the State of Odisha and our founding charitable trust. Our governance rests on two pillars:

1. AFFILIATING UNIVERSITY

MITS School of Biotechnology is affiliated with Utkal University, Bhubaneswar – Odisha’s oldest and India’s 17th-oldest public university, established in 1943.

Act and Statues of the University MSB’s affiliation is governed by THE ORISSA UNIVERSITIES ACT, 1989 (available at https://utkaluniversity.ac.in/act/) and its statutes, which outline legal and regulatory framework of the university, including the procedures for granting affiliation to colleges and institutions.

2. MEMORANDUM OF ASSOCIATION (MOA)

MITS School of Biotechnology (MSB) is established under the Basantdevi Charitable Trust. The Trust’s Memorandum of Association now encompasses the following core objectives and provisions:

1. Objectives

  • Promotion of Higher Education
    Advance teaching and learning in biotechnology, information technology, computer applications, and applied microbiology at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Accessibility & Inclusivity
    Ensure that students from diverse socioeconomic, linguistic, and geographic backgrounds have the opportunity to pursue cutting-edge bioscience and IT education.
  • Research & Innovation
    Foster a culture of inquiry, interdisciplinary collaboration, and knowledge translation through partnerships with industry, research institutions, and government bodies.
  • Skill Development & Career Readiness
    Provide structured pre-placement training—including soft skills, technical certifications, mock interviews, and industrial interactions—to equip graduates for immediate contribution in professional settings.

2. Academic Programs

  • Undergraduate
    • B.Sc. in Biotechnology
    • B.Sc. in Information Technology & Management (ITM)
    • B.C.A. (Bachelor of Computer Applications)
  • Postgraduate
    • M.Sc. in Biotechnology
    • M.Sc. in Applied Microbiology

3. Governance & Management

  • Board of Trustees & Executive Committee
    Define roles, appointment processes, and tenure for trustees and office-bearers governing policy, finance, and academic affairs.
  • Funding Models & Endowment Utilization
    Establish transparent mechanisms for mobilizing, investing, and deploying funds to support infrastructure, scholarships, research grants, and outreach programs.
  • Transparency & Accountability
    Mandate regular statutory audits, annual reports to stakeholders, and publicly accessible disclosures to maintain the highest standards of financial and operational integrity.

3. MANAGEMENT BY BASANTDEVI CHARITABLE TRUST

Under the aegis of the Basantdevi Charitable Trust, MSB benefits from:

  • Strategic Oversight – ensuring alignment with our founding vision and the regulatory framework of Utkal University.
  • Resource Mobilization – facilitating infrastructure development, scholarships, and research grants.
  • Governance Best Practices – implementation of robust policies for academic excellence, ethical standards, and financial probity.

MSB remains committed to upholding these statutes and our MOA principles, delivering a world-class biotechnology education that is both academically rigorous and socially responsible.

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