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Academic Programs & Framework

Undergraduate NEP-FYUGP | Postgraduate CBCS | Professional BCA | Research Excellence

Academic Excellence Snapshot

Academic Dimensions & Standards

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Academic Depts

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Degree Courses

NEP 2020

FYUGP Framework

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Learned Faculty
National Education Policy 2020 Framework

Academic Programs & NEP-FYUGP Curriculum

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Chandradhari Mithila Science College provides holistic science education structured under the visionary guidelines of the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) and the Four-Year Undergraduate Program (FYUGP) across all constituent departments of Lalit Narayan Mithila University.

NEP-FYUGP 4-Year B.Sc.
Undergraduate Degree

Major & Minor specializations in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, and Zoology with multiple entry-exit options (Certificate, Diploma, B.Sc. Degree, B.Sc. Honours with Research).

Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Eligibility: 10+2 / Intermediate (Science) with 45%+
Bachelor of Computer Applications
Professional IT Program

Specialized curriculum focusing on Full-Stack Software Development, Database Management, Data Structures, Python, Networking, and Cloud Computing with live project internships.

Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
Eligibility: 10+2 with Mathematics/CS (45%+)
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Postgraduate Research

Advanced theoretical and empirical master degrees under Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) in Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology with mandatory dissertation projects.

Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Eligibility: B.Sc. (Honours) in relevant subject
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Student-Centric Learning Methodologies

Teaching, Learning Process & Pedagogical Framework

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At C. M. Science College, our pedagogical approach balances rigorous empirical laboratory exploration with deep conceptual theoretical foundations, guided by outcome-based education (OBE) principles.

Experiential Laboratory Training

Practical sessions are scheduled in parallel with theory lectures. Students conduct hands-on chemical qualitative and quantitative titrations, optical physics experimentation, botanical taxonomy dissections, and computational data modeling.

Smart Classrooms & Blended Pedagogy

Interactive smart digital boards, multimedia animations of complex molecular and physical phenomena, e-study material repositories, and Swayam/NPTEL MOOC integration provide rich multi-modal learning.

Remedial Circles & Slow Learner Support

Department faculty conduct diagnostic assessments in the first month of each semester. Identified students receive targeted remedial tutorial sessions, bilingual concept clarifications, and personalized mentoring.

Advanced Learner Enrichment

High-achieving students are encouraged to undertake mini-research projects, participate in national science conferences, and receive guidance for national competitive exams (IIT JAM, CSIR-UGC NET, GATE).

Annual Timeline & Working Days

Academic Calendar, Terms & Institutional Schedule

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The academic year at C. M. Science College is organized into two distinct semester cycles (Odd Semester from July to December, and Even Semester from January to June), adhering strictly to the University notification guidelines.

Standard Semester Timeline (180+ Teaching Days)
Academic Event / Phase Odd Semesters (I, III, V, VII) Even Semesters (II, IV, VI, VIII)
Commencement of Classes 1st Week of July 1st Week of January
Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA-I) Last Week of August Last Week of February
Mid-Term Exams & Seminars (CIA-II) Mid-October Mid-March
Laboratory Practical Examinations End of November Mid-April
University End-Semester Exams December May - June
Semester Break / Recess Late December (Winter Recess) June (Summer Recess)
Continuous Assessment & Semester Evaluations

Examination, Evaluation & Grading System

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Under NEP 2020 and CBCS ordinances, evaluation is dual-faceted: combining Continuous Internal Assessment (CIA - 30% weightage) conducted by departmental faculty with End Semester Examinations (ESE - 70% weightage) conducted by Lalit Narayan Mithila University.

Internal Assessment Breakup (30 Marks)
  • Mid-Semester Written Test: 15 Marks
  • Seminars / Presentations / Quizzes: 05 Marks
  • Assignments & Field Project Reports: 05 Marks
  • Classroom Attendance & Discipline: 05 Marks
End-Semester University Exam (70 Marks)
  • Part A (Objective / MCQs): 10 Marks
  • Part B (Short Answer Concepts): 20 Marks
  • Part C (Long Analytical Questions): 40 Marks
  • Passing Minimum: 45% aggregate in theory and practicals separately
10-Point Letter Grading Scale
Letter Grade Grade Description Grade Point Percentage Range
OOutstanding1090% - 100%
A+Excellent980% - 89%
AVery Good870% - 79%
B+Good760% - 69%
BAbove Average655% - 59%
CAverage550% - 54%
PPass445% - 49%
FFail0Below 45%
Statutory Regulations for Students

Academic Rules, Mandatory Attendance & Code of Conduct

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All registered students at C. M. Science College are subject to the disciplinary and academic statutes of Lalit Narayan Mithila University and institutional ordinances.

Essential Academic Regulations
  • Mandatory 75% Biometric / Lecture Attendance: Students must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance in both classroom lectures and practical laboratories. Students falling short of this statutory requirement are non-collegiate and will be barred from appearing in University semester examinations.
  • Timely Submission of Assignments: Internal continuous assessment assignments and laboratory logbooks must be certified by the concerned teacher and submitted before the designated deadline.
  • Laboratory Discipline & Apron Protocol: White laboratory coats (aprons) and safety goggles are strictly mandatory in the Chemistry and Biological sciences laboratories. Willful breakage of glassware or apparatus attracts replacement penalties.
  • Identity Card Protocol: The digital RFID identity card must be visibly worn at all times while on campus and presented during library book checkouts or examination hall entry.
  • Zero Tolerance for Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarism in project reports or malpractice during written/practical examinations attracts immediate debarment and punitive disciplinary action under University statutes.
Scientific Exploration & Faculty Projects

Research Culture, Innovation & DST-FIST Initiatives

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C. M. Science College fosters an active scientific research ecosystem supported by major national funding bodies including the Department of Science and Technology (DST-FIST) and the University Grants Commission (UGC).

DST-FIST Supported Laboratories

High-end analytical instruments including UV-Visible Spectrophotometers, High-Speed Refrigerated Centrifuges, Rotary Evaporators, and Digital Optical Microscopes support postgraduate research and faculty investigative projects.

Publications & High-Impact Journals

Faculty and research scholars have authored over 350 peer-reviewed papers indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, and UGC-CARE lists in condensed matter physics, natural product chemistry, and phytopathology.

Institution's Innovation Council (IIC)

Operating under the Ministry of Education (MoE) Innovation Cell, the IIC organizes hackathons, entrepreneurship bootcamps, and patent awareness seminars to translate student research into viable technological startups.

Inter-Institutional Collaborations

Active academic linkage with central universities, national laboratories (CSIR, ICAR), and premier Bihar medical institutions for student summer training and research internships.