What is MBGL and how it helps institutions to achieve global excellence

MBGL uses a mix of technology-enabled verification, stakeholder validation, and selective expert review. Most assessments are online, with minimal physical visits, to ensure transparency, speed, and reduced subjectivity.

MBGL Level Structure:

Level 1 – Foundational Maturity

Focus: Meeting minimum statutory compliance, essential infrastructure, and basic academic processes.

Core Areas

• UGC/AICTE/other statutory body approvals in place.

• Compliance with minimum faculty–student ratios.

• Foundational infrastructure: classrooms, labs, library, internet connectivity.

• Basic student support systems (guidance, remedial support).

Assessment Mode: Fully online, based on verified documents uploaded to the accreditation portal. No routine physical visits.

Level 2 – Institutional Strengthening

Focus: Moving beyond compliance into structured, quality-driven processes.

Core Areas

• Active Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) with Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQARs).

• Initial research and innovation initiatives (student projects, small grants, hackathons).

• Institutional ERP/LMS adoption for record-keeping and administration.

• Regular stakeholder feedback systems (students, alumni, industry).

Assessment Mode: Online review + stakeholder feedback validation (may include surveys/interviews).

Level 3 – Excellence in Core Functions

Focus: Demonstrating strong performance in teaching–learning and governance.

Core Areas

• Strong academic flexibility; CBCS and multidisciplinary electives in place.

• Outcome-based education mapped to Programme Outcomes (POs) and Course Outcomes (COs).

• Consistent research output: quality publications, patents, industry collaborations.

• Evidence of graduate success (placements, higher studies, start-ups).

• Robust governance practices and transparent administration.

Assessment Mode: Hybrid: online review + selective physical verification through peer experts (minimal, targeted visits or remote audits).

Level 4 – National Excellence

Focus: Serving as a benchmark institution within India.

Core Areas

• High research impact (Scopus/Web of Science-indexed publications).

• Significant funded projects from national agencies (UGC, DST, DBT, etc.).

• Recognized community outreach and extension programs.

• Leadership in curriculum design and pedagogical innovation; mentoring other institutions.

• Recognition in national rankings or awards.

Assessment Mode: Hybrid: online review + expert peer review visit where required.

Level 5 – Global Excellence

Focus: Meeting world-class academic and research standards.

Core Areas

• Presence in global university rankings (QS, THE, ARWU).

• International collaborations, exchange programs, and joint degrees.

• High proportion of international students and faculty.

• Breakthrough research and patents of global significance.

• Contributions to global academic initiatives and policy.

Assessment Mode: Hybrid: online review + international benchmarking and peer validation (may involve global experts).

Validity & Progression:

Validity: Each MBGL accreditation level is valid for 3 years.

Progression: Institutions can attempt to move to the next higher level during any renewal cycle by meeting the higher-level criteria.

Fallback: If standards are not maintained, the institution may be downgraded to a lower MBGL level in the next cycle.

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