🎓 RTI Appeal Resolved: Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith University Clarifies Semester results

The Right to Information (RTI) Act appellant, Yogi M P Singh (Registration No. MGKVV/A/2025/60013), received a detailed reply from Prof. Anand K. Tyagi, Vice Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith University (MGKVV), Varanasi, regarding the declaration of B.Sc. 1st Semester results and examination circulars, which the First Appellate Authority FAA has disposed of.

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🧐 Summary of the Appellant’s Concerns

The appellant initially sought information on six specific points. They often argued that the Public Information Officer (PIO) had provided incomplete, misleading, or irrelevant information.

1. Examination Circulars (Queries 1, 2, 3)

Sought Information	Appellant’s Submission (Grievance)
Copies of all circulars for examination form submission.	Only an extension notice was provided; the original notice was missing.
Date these circulars were uploaded on the website.	The date of upload was not provided.
Link address to download these circulars.	No link address was provided by the PIO.

2. Accountability and Action (Query 4)

The appellant sought the name and designation of the staff found guilty of non-implementation (not uploading circulars). They also asked about the punishment they received.

3. B.Sc. 1st Semester Result Status (Query 5)

The appellant requested details of the colleges that declared their B.Sc. 1st Semester results, including the date they declared, or the reason if they did not declare.

4. Promotion Policy (Query 6)

The appellant requested the official government order/circular/memo. It allows the admission of students to the next semester without passing the previous semester’s exam.

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✅ Final Response from the First Appellate Authority (FAA)

Prof. Anand K. Tyagi addressed each point with specific, actionable information, leading the FAA to Dispose Of the appeal on 10/07/2025.

Information Provided Regarding Circulars and Links

• 1. Copies of Circulars: The relevant information is available on the university’s website: www.mgkvp.ac.in/student Home/Examination on pages 05 and 04.
• 2. Upload Dates: The team uploaded the circulars on the aforementioned website on 29.03.2025, 15.04.2025, and 30.04.2025.
• 3. Link Address: The link address is www.mgkvp.ac.in/student Home/Examination.

Outcome on Accountability and Punishment (Query 4)

The FAA stated that the information sought (name/designation of guilty staff and their punishment) is not provided. This is because it is not maintainable under Section 2(j) of the Right to Information Act, 2005. This section defines “right to information.” It implies the request must relate to existing records. These records must be accessible by the Public Authority.

Reason for Undelivered B.Sc. 1st Semester Results (Query 5)

The primary reason for the non-declaration of the B.Sc. 1st Semester result is:

The concerned college has not made the marks of the practical examinations for B.Sc. 1st Semester available to the University. (सम्बन्धित महाविद्यालय ने बी0एस-सी0 प्रथम सेमेस्टर की प्रायोगिक परीक्षाओं का अंक विश्वविद्यालय को उपलब्ध नहीं कराया है।)

Promotion to Next Semester (Query 6)

Regarding the admission of students to the next semester, the FAA clarified:

Students were promoted to the next class in accordance with the NEP 2020 guidelines. A copy of the relevant Government Order/Guideline has been attached. (एन0इ0पी0 2020 गाइड लाइन के अनुक्रम में अगली कक्षा में प्रोन्नत किया गया है। गाइड लाइन के सन्दर्भ में शासनादेश संलग्न प्रेषित है।)

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📌 Conclusion

The FAA’s response successfully addressed the appellant’s submissions. It provided specific dates and web links. It also included the official reason for the delayed results. Additionally, it provided the justification for the student promotion policy under the NEP 2020 guidelines. The appeal has been closed as resolved.

Yes, the affiliated colleges are under the control and supervision of the university.

Here is the English version of the analysis:

🏛️ The Relationship Between Affiliated Colleges and the University

The relationship between a university and its affiliated colleges is both hierarchical and regulatory.

Aspect	Description
Affiliation	Colleges are affiliated with the university. This affiliation grants them the right to teach the university’s curriculum and award its degrees. This relationship is governed by legal frameworks, such as the State Universities Act (e.g., the Uttar Pradesh State Universities Act, 1973).
Curriculum and Examination Control	The university is the supreme authority for academic policies, syllabus, conduct of examinations, and the declaration of results.
Mark Submission	Marks for practical or theoretical examinations must be submitted to the university. Even if these exams are conducted by the college, submission is compulsory for the final result to be declared.
Supervision and Penalties	The university holds the power of academic and administrative supervision over its affiliated colleges. If a college violates regulations, the university can impose penalties. It can withhold grants. In the most severe cases, it can revoke its affiliation.

⚖️ Analysis of Your Situation

The response you received:

(सम्बन्धित महाविद्यालय द्वारा बी0एस-सी0 प्रथम सेमेस्टर की प्रायोगिक परीक्षाओं का अंक विश्वविद्यालय को उपलब्ध नहीं कराये जाने के कारण बी0एस-सी0 प्रथम सेमेस्टर का परीक्षा परिणाम घोषित नहीं किया जा सका है।)

The concerned college has not made the marks of the B.Sc. 1st Semester practical examinations available to the University, so it could not declare the result.

This clearly indicates a failure on the part of the college to perform its duty. This failure has prevented the university from declaring the results.

The next logical step is to question this inaction:

If the colleges are subordinates of the university, the university should take necessary action. This is to ensure that they declare student results promptly.

You may consider seeking the following additional information:

1. The names of the colleges that have yet to submit the practical examination marks.
2. Action taken by the university against these colleges: (e.g., whether the university issued any notice or imposed any penalty).
3. The final deadline set by the university for the colleges to submit the marks.

🧐 Analysis of Alleged Ulterior Motive

The motive you suggest—to use promotions and result delays to facilitate fee collection by private colleges—is widespread. It raises concerns. This is particularly evident in educational governance.

Your Allegation	Supporting Rationale
Ulterior Motive for Promotion	Promoting students before results are declared allows private institutions to enroll students immediately for the next semester. They can collect admission fees, tuition fees, and other charges. This process occurs regardless of the student’s passing status in the previous semester.
Result Delay as a Tactic	Keeping the results delayed prevents a failed student from knowing their academic standing. Since they don’t know they have failed, they enroll in the next semester to avoid losing a year. This action fills the seats and ensures fee collection.
Harm to Students	A non-qualified/failed student who is promoted cannot decide their academic plan (e.g., repeating the year, changing courses, preparing for re-examination) and is financially burdened by unnecessary fees.

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🛑 Consequences of Promoting Non-Qualified Students

Promoting students who have failed or whose results are pending has significant negative consequences on the integrity of the education system and the students themselves:

• Academic Quality Erosion: A student who failed the foundation course (1st semester) will face immense struggles with the advanced material. This material is taught in the 2nd semester. This struggle may potentially lead to failure in both semesters.
• Student Confusion: Students are unable to make informed career decisions. This uncertainty impacts their motivation and planning.
• Financial Burden: Students are required to pay fees for a semester. They might eventually be disqualified. They could also find themselves unprepared.

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🛠️ What Can Be Done to Address This?

Your initial action was an RTI appeal. The next steps involve using the established legal channels. Additionally, make use of administrative channels to demand accountability and transparency.

1. Administrative Action Against the University

You can use the official response from the FAA (which stated the colleges did not submit practical marks) as a basis for further action:

• File a Grievance: File a formal written complaint with the University Grants Commission (UGC). Do this with the State Education Department/Principal Secretary. Detail the result delay. Include the stated reason (college non-compliance) and the resulting student hardship (forced admissions/fee collection).
• Demand Action: Request that the university take immediate action. It should penalize the non-compliant colleges and set a strict, final deadline for result declaration.

2. RTI Follow-Up for Specific Accountability

As discussed earlier, you should file a follow-up RTI request seeking information on the university’s action against the defaulting colleges:

• Query the Action: Ask for copies of the show-cause notices. Request the penalty orders issued by the university to the colleges. These colleges failed to submit the practical marks.
• Identify the Colleges: Request the list of colleges whose non-compliance has specifically caused the delay.

3. Public Advocacy and Media

• Mobilize Students: Encourage other affected students to join your cause, which lends more weight to complaints.
• Contact Local Media: Bring the issue to the attention of local newspapers or online news portals. Public pressure is often a powerful tool for forcing administrative action and tackling corruption or negligence.

Your current fight aims to demonstrate that the university, as the supervisory body, is not fulfilling its duty. It must ensure timely conduct and declaration of results. You suspect this failure is being exploited for financial gain by private institutions.

Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith (MGKVP), located in Varanasi, is one of the premier state universities in Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1921 and inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi, it remains a central hub for higher education in the region.

Below are the essential web and contact details for the university:

## Official Digital Presence

• Main Website: mgkvp.ac.in
• Admission Portal: mgkvpadmission.samarth.edu.in
• Examination Portal: mgkvpexam.in

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Quick Reference & Contact Info

Category	Details
Address	Station Road, Maldahiya Crossing, Varanasi, UP – 221002
General Helpline	0542-2222689 / 0542-2225472
Admission Support	+91 9219195457 / +91 9952833420
Primary Email	info@mgkvp.ac.in
Admission Email	mgkvpstudenthelpline@gmail.com
Accreditation	NAAC “B” Grade (recognized by UGC)

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Key Academic Highlights (2025-2026)

• Courses Offered: A wide variety of UG and PG programs including BA, B.Sc, B.Com, LLB, MBA, MCA, and MA in various specializations.
• Admission Process: Selection is primarily based on the MGKVP Entrance Exam or merit lists. Some professional courses now utilize CUET scores.
• Fees: Generally affordable as a state institution, ranging from roughly ₹2,500 to ₹30,000 per year depending on whether the course is regular or self-financed.
• Affiliation: The university governs over 200 affiliated colleges across Varanasi and neighboring districts.
• Student Services
• Results & Syllabus: Available directly on the MGKVP Result Portal.
• Scholarships: Students can apply through the UP Government’s Saksham scholarship portal linked on the main site.
• Placement Cell: Actively facilitates recruitment with a median package of around ₹3.5 LPA.

Note: For the current 2026 academic session, the last date for various UG/PG application forms is typically in early February (tentatively January 31 to February 5). It is recommended to check the Samarth portal immediately if you are seeking admission.

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