Government of India Initiative

PM-USHA

Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan

Transforming Higher Education through Excellence

Strengthening higher education infrastructure, research, digital learning, governance and student employability.

PM-USHA: Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan

PM-USHA is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India, designed to strengthen State Higher Educational Institutions in line with the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

It focuses on improving infrastructure, quality of education, research, innovation, digital learning, governance, and student employability.

About PM-USHA

PM-USHA is the revamped version of the Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA). The scheme supports colleges and universities by providing financial assistance for infrastructure development, academic excellence, research facilities, skill development, digital transformation, and institutional reforms.

Objectives

🎓 Improve quality in higher education
🏛 Strengthen institutional infrastructure
🔬 Promote research and innovation
💼 Enhance employability and skill development
💻 Encourage digital education
📘 Support implementation of NEP 2020
🤝 Promote equity, inclusion and accessibility
Improve accreditation and governance standards

PM-USHA Grant at ACS College, Palus

The Arts, Commerce and Science College, Palus has been selected under the PM-USHA Scheme for strengthening institutional infrastructure and academic excellence.

The grant will be utilized for creating modern educational facilities that enhance teaching-learning processes, research activities, innovation, and overall student development.

Proposed Development Activities

Infrastructure Development

  • Modern Smart Classrooms
  • ICT-enabled Teaching Facilities
  • Digital Learning Resources
  • Seminar Hall Upgradation
  • Student Learning Spaces

Laboratory Development

  • Science Laboratory Modernization
  • Computer Laboratories
  • Language Laboratory
  • Research Equipment

Library Development

  • Digital Library
  • E-Resources
  • Online Journals
  • Reading Hall Enhancement

Student Development

  • Skill Development Programmes
  • Career Guidance
  • Competitive Examination Cell
  • Innovation & Entrepreneurship Activities
  • Soft Skills Training

Faculty Development

  • Faculty Development Programmes
  • Workshops
  • Research Methodology Training
  • Academic Conferences
  • Outcome-Based Education Training

Campus Development

  • Green Campus Initiatives
  • Energy Efficient Infrastructure
  • Accessibility Improvements
  • Campus Beautification

Expected Outcomes

  • Enhanced quality of teaching and learning
  • Improved research ecosystem
  • Better employability of students
  • Modern academic infrastructure
  • Digital transformation of the institution
  • Increased NAAC preparedness
  • Promotion of innovation and entrepreneurship
  • Sustainable campus development

PM-USHA Committee

Designation Name
Chairman Principal
Nodal Officer To be Updated
IQAC Coordinator To be Updated
Faculty Members To be Updated
Administrative Officer To be Updated

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Contact

PM-USHA Cell
Arts, Commerce and Science College, Palus