Committees & Councils

Student life and administrative governance at IISER Kolkata are supported by various statutory committees, student representation bodies, and specialized cells. These bodies ensure transparency, student welfare, discipline, equity, and smooth institutional functioning.

Students participate actively in decision-making processes through elected representatives and appointed committee members.

The Students’ Affairs Council (SAC) of IISER Kolkata is a democratically elected student body representing and serving the IISER Kolkata community. The essence of the success of any educational institute lies in the success of its students, and an enthusiastic student fraternity coupled with an able student administration forms the foundation for achieving greater heights. The SAC seeks to channelize the energy and vigour of the student community and give voice to their opinions. Its mission is to ensure student welfare, promote holistic development, and create a vibrant campus environment. The SAC works by listening to students’ needs, discussing and prioritizing issues, taking initiatives and implementing them, and representing student concerns through communication with the administration. It represents student voices, manages clubs and activities, organizes events and fests, contributes towards improving campus life, and supports student well-being. Its key strengths include democratic representation, inclusive decision-making, active student participation, and strong student–administration collaboration. Through these efforts, the SAC strives to build a better and more inclusive campus for everyone. Be a part of SAC—Lead, Contribute, Make a Difference.

• Structure: General Secretaries for Hostels and Transport, Games and Sports, Culture, Academics, Food, health and hygiene.
• Elections: Annual student elections held in accordance with democratic guidelines.
• Responsibilities: Managing student budget allocation, coordinating fests, addressing student grievances, and liaising with the Students' Affairs Office.

IISER Kolkata’s Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), constituted under the POSH Act, 2013, works to prevent and address sexual harassment and foster a safe, gender-sensitive environment. It hears eligible complaints, raises awareness, protects complainants and witnesses from retaliation, and recommends appropriate action to the Director.

• The ICC considers complaints from women employees, students and residents concerning workplace, academic or residential settings, as well as from transgender persons who identify as women. Other complaints are outside its remit. The Committee follows applicable laws and government directives, may establish an enquiry committee, and submits its findings and recommendations to the Director. Relevant department heads may participate as invitees.

In compliance with UGC Regulations and Supreme Court mandates, IISER Kolkata strictly enforces a Zero Tolerance Policy towards Ragging.

• Anti-Ragging Committee: Headed by the Dean of Students' Affairs and comprising faculty, administrative officers, student representatives, and civil authorities.
• Anti-Ragging Squad: Conducts surprise inspections of hostels, canteens, and campus zones between 9:30 PM and 11:00 PM.
• Mid Night Anti- Ragging Squad- It comprises of Hostel Wardens, Chief Wardens, DoSA, ADoSA, Resident Faculty Members, SAC and Student Representatives and they conduct inspection during late nights as per Anti-Ragging guidelines.
• National Helpline: 1800-180-5522 | Email: antiragging@iiserkol.ac.in

For More details you may kindly visit the Institute's Website.

The SC/ST/OBC and Equal Opportunity Cell ensures implementation of reservation policies and safeguards the rights, facilities, security, health, inclusion, and empowerment of SC/ST/OBC/PwD students and employees.

Contact Person / Convener- Prof. Sumit Khanra

Email Address: csspc@iiserkol.ac.in

Students may also contact any other member of the Cell for assistance.

The Students' Mess Committee (SMC) manages the non-profit dining facilities across campus. It comprises of Warden Mess, SAC GS-Food Health and Hygiene and some other nominated students Sub Committee members.

• Monitors meal quality, hygiene, menu planning, and pricing.
• Coordinates the prepaid ID card dining system.
• Holds monthly review meetings with food vendors and mess staff.

Student representatives sit on various academic bodies to provide feedback on curriculum, course scheduling, and academic facilities:

• Senate Student Representatives: Participate in Senate discussions on academic policies.
• Departmental Academic Committees (DAC): Address department-level student academic feedback.
• Library Committee: Advises on book acquisitions, digital subscriptions, and reading room hours.

The institute provides multi-tiered grievance redressal for students:

1. Level 1: Hostel Warden / Academic Advisor / Head of Department
2. Level 2: Associate Dean of Students / Chief Warden
3. Level 3: Dean of Students / Student Grievance Redressal Committee (SGRC)

Administrative oversight for student affairs is led by:

• Dean of Students' Affairs (DOSA): Overall leadership of student welfare and campus life.
• Associate Deans: Specialized oversight for Hostels, Sports, Culture, and Discipline.
• Chief Warden & Wardens: Residential management across all hostel halls.