Bareilly College faces exam management challenges as Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University's summer vacation order conflicts with ongoing examinations. The university announced its summer vacation begins May 25, but Bareilly College's exams are scheduled to continue until the third week of June.
Exam Schedule Clash Creates Student Concerns
This timing creates difficulties for students, particularly those from outside colleges assigned Bareilly College as their examination center. Teachers are expected to take leave during the vacation period. This situation raises concerns about staff availability and smooth exam administration.
Bareilly College Cites Staff Shortages
Bareilly College Principal Prof. Om Prakash Rai communicated these issues to the Controller of Examinations. Annual university examinations started April 16. Law student semester exams are set to begin May 22, 2026.
Bareilly College serves as an examination center for external colleges. This increases the workload on faculty and staff. While staff are dedicated, vacation leave will reduce manpower. This will impact the college's ability to manage examinations for students from other institutions.
College Offers Limited Exam Capacity During Vacation
Prof. Rai stated Bareilly College can only conduct exams for its regular students during the summer vacation. The college cannot manage exams for outside colleges at the same center during this time. Students from other colleges may experience inconvenience. The college administration has requested the university to reassign these students or adjust arrangements.
University Order Mandates Continued Academic Work
The university administration maintains that academic and examination work will continue during the summer break. An order from the Vice Chancellor specifies that admissions, ongoing exams, and evaluations will proceed as planned. Teachers involved in such duties will receive compensatory leave.
Impact on Students and Examination Integrity
This situation directly affects student convenience and exam fairness. A shortage of staff at an examination center can hinder organized and impartial exam conduct. External students may face stress and travel issues due to potential center changes.
University Policy Versus Practical Realities
The core issue is the disconnect between university policy and on-ground operational capacity. The university permits academic work during vacation. However, Bareilly College highlights practical limitations in staff availability under standard vacation rules. The college is not refusing exam duties but can only manage its own students' exams during the vacation period.
University to Determine Next Steps
The university administration must now decide the course of action. Options include ensuring adequate staffing at Bareilly College or arranging alternative centers for external students. A swift decision is necessary to prevent student confusion and ensure uninterrupted examinations. Coordination is crucial, especially with law semester exams approaching.
