Vision

“We, the management, administration, teaching and non-teaching staff solemnly resolve to make our institution a seat of learning and tread together in pursuit of educational excellence, where women shall flourish, become intellectually strong, socially responsible and contribute to building an advanced, united and strong nation.”

Mission

“Transforming women through development of various skills along with curriculum; developing their potential for further studies, research, employment and entrepreneurship; nurturing them to meet future challenges; and making them sensitive towards fellow human beings and the development of the nation.”

Women’s education has been a core concern of Agricultural Development Trust, Baramati since its inception. The college has been consistently providing quality education to girls.

The current decade is marked by rapid changes and upheavals in economy, industry, employment, education and society. To provide intellectual leadership in this context, the institution must focus on quality improvement in all areas.

Strategic priorities highlighted by the Chairman include:

• Starting new academic programmes in Science, Arts and Commerce.
• Strengthening staff training to improve teaching–learning.
• Revitalising research, extension and extracurricular activities.

– Shri Rajendra Pawar
Chairman, Agricultural Development Trust, Baramati

The institution is dedicated to bringing out the best in women and enabling them to stand with dignity in all fields of society. The aim is that women contribute to national development alongside men and enjoy equal opportunities and status.

Students are exposed to a wide range of extracurricular programmes and are inspired by personalities of high achievement so that they can emulate them. The human resources of the institute play a remarkable role in helping students achieve the mission and objectives of the college.

– Mrs. Sunanda Pawar
Trustee & Secretary, Agricultural Development Trust, Baramati

The Gross Enrolment Ratio in higher education in the state is below 25%, and women’s enrolment is still a matter of concern. The institution, dedicated to women’s education for over two decades, is recognised among the best women’s colleges in the state.

Key areas identified for improvement include:

• Enhancing teaching–learning and integrating ICT in classrooms.
• Upgrading laboratories to provide better experiential learning.
• Supplementing university curriculum with skill-based, career-oriented and modular courses for employability.
• Strengthening student development programmes such as orientation, finishing courses, soft skills, computer courses, cultural and communication skills programmes.
• Improving hostel and mess facilities for boarders.
• Initiating new academic programmes at UG and PG levels to enable students to continue their studies on campus.
• Initiating staff training, research projects and funding proposals; organising seminars, conferences and workshops; and inviting expert resource persons.

– Principal

Shardabai Pawar Mahila Mahavidyalaya is a leading institution under Savitribai Phule Pune University, dedicated to women’s education. It provides a unique academic ambience for learners and their all-round development.

Students from about eight districts seek admission to the college due to:

• Strong infrastructural facilities (classrooms, laboratories, hostels, sports complex, auditorium, library).
• Wide range of academic programmes and options.
• Dedicated faculty, office staff and support services.

The campus functions as a second home for students, offering academic, residential and extracurricular support.

The Departments of Arts and Commerce focus on holistic development of students and nation-building through:

• Strengthening subject knowledge and skills as per global requirements.
• Developing research aptitude to understand and address social and economic problems.
• Implementing the Human Rights Education Programme to make students aware of their rights.
• Promoting language learning to help students understand literature and culture, with emphasis on the study of languages.

The Science and Home-Science faculties are committed to excellence in teaching and learning in line with the institutional vision. Major intentions include:

• Delivering an excellent educational experience with strong work-integrated learning and personal development.
• Integrating curriculum and co-curriculum, linking classroom learning with enrichment practices.
• Ongoing innovation in teaching–learning methods and delivery options.
• Expanding opportunities for faculty and students to engage in applied learning and defining the scientific and academic identity of the institution.
• Living institutional values, embracing continuous improvement and engaging students, parents and stakeholders in dialogue on long-term strategic directions.

Teaching

• Further improve quality of teaching in classrooms and laboratories.
• Strengthen the teaching environment and integrate it with ICT.
• Provide a range of skill-based programmes to students.

Infrastructure

• Improve and renovate laboratories, classrooms, offices and existing infrastructure.
• Enhance sports facilities and residential facilities on campus.
• Improve library and general campus facilities.

Student Development

• Provide student-centric programmes for overall development.
• Mobilise funds from various sources for student development activities.
• Enhance learning through culture, travel, visits and training.
• Establish facilities for career counselling and psychological counselling.
• Improve communication skills through well-designed courses.

Responsibility for delivering strategic priorities rests with academic staff, administrative staff and management . Key objectives over the plan period:

1. Achieve effective, accountable and people-friendly governance.
2. Maintain robust financial support to attain strategic priorities.
3. Encourage staff and office to submit proposals to funding agencies.
4. Maintain existing buildings in their best possible condition.
5. Commit to environmental sustainability.
6. Strengthen extension services to support the community.
7. Expand institutional best practices.
8. Ensure a better working environment for staff.
9. Improve quality of services for students, parents and alumni.
10. Continue to implement governance policies.
11. Assist universities and other bodies in implementing their policies and programmes.
12. Promote spirit of nationalism and patriotism among students.
13. Promote spirit of equality, democracy and mutual respect.
14. Implement recommendations of various bodies and authorities of state and central government.

• Student development through NSS, NCC and extension activities.
• Organisation of excursion tours, field visits and community engagement programmes.
• Provision of add-on course training to students of all faculties.
• Organisation of sports camps, NSS camps and NCC camps.
• Offering a variety of value-added and certificate courses.
• Conducting entrepreneurship development camps.
• Mobilising funds for student-centric programmes and enhancing learning through culture, travel and training.
• Providing structured career counselling and psychological counselling.
• Improving communication skills through targeted courses.

Beyond the formal curriculum, student development through extracurricular and co-curricular activities is a key strategic area. Planned actions include:

1. Organising various competitions and training programmes for students.
2. Conducting entrepreneurship workshops and training sessions.
3. Inculcating reading habits through a Readers’ Club, sustained with vigour.
4. Establishing a Film Club to screen selected films to help students understand art and culture.
5. Enhancing students’ taste in art, culture, drama and music by providing facilities within the institute.
6. Organising NSS / NCC camps and sports camps at regular intervals.

Research is recognised as the foundation for advancement of knowledge. First-hand research exposure creates interest and encourages learners to pursue higher studies and research careers. Planned actions:

1. Renovate laboratories to create more space for practical work.
2. Procure advanced scientific instruments in laboratories.
3. Allocate sufficient funds for laboratory materials and consumables.
4. Provide internet connections to departments.
5. Allocate small projects to students and support participation in scientific project competitions at University and State levels.
6. Arrange visits to science institutes and industries for exposure to research and application.
7. Submit research proposals to various funding agencies.
8. Organise workshops, seminars and conferences at the institute.
9. Support staff and students in attending seminars, conferences and workshops in other institutions.
10. Encourage staff to publish their research findings.

Teaching and non-teaching staff are the main pillars of the institution. To help them meet emerging challenges, the college plans to:

1. Organise training programmes for teaching and non-teaching staff.
2. Assist staff to conduct research in their respective subjects.
3. Organise visits of staff to leading institutions across the country.
4. Enable select faculty to visit institutions of excellence overseas.
5. Conduct in-house discussions on innovative methods adopted by various faculties.
6. Organise trainings on computer processes and digital skills.

The right ambience for learning is a priority. Over the span of the Strategic Plan, the college will:

1. Renovate the library and construct / expand the reading hall.
2. Create better sports facilities, sports fields and procure sports equipment.
3. Renovate existing laboratories and construct new laboratories where needed.
4. Create additional residential facilities for girls.
5. Renovate classrooms and existing buildings.
6. Expand overall infrastructural facilities to support growth.

Teaching–learning remains at the heart of the institution. Students from several districts join the college with high aspirations. Key actions over the planning period include:

• Improving teaching–learning practices by cultivating and rewarding excellence and increasing contact hours between staff and students.
• Enhancing ICT facilities in classrooms and departments.
• Upgrading laboratories for advanced experimentation.
• Inviting expert guest faculty to interact with students and provide specialised inputs.
• Procuring high-quality reference books and expanding reading hall capacity.
• Conducting intermittent tests, tutorials and mid-term exams to monitor understanding.
• Providing support to slow learners and offering enrichment to advanced learners.
• Offering add-on courses for career development and courses to enhance communication and language skills.

Planned initiatives to strengthen Institutional Social Responsibility:

• Inculcate social attitude in students through NSS / NCC and social programmes.
• Create environmental awareness among students.
• Develop empathy towards persons with disabilities.
• Promote respect for physical labour and dignity of work.
• Work actively for women empowerment.
• Organise training programmes for dropout students for various recruitments and livelihood opportunities.

The college follows a comprehensive Code of Professional Ethics for the Principal, teachers, non-teaching staff and students. A detailed PDF version is available separately; key highlights are summarised below.

1) College Principal

• Provide inspirational, value-based academic and executive leadership.
• Act with transparency, fairness, honesty and high ethical standards.
• Serve as steward of institutional resources and environment.
• Promote collaborative, consultative and innovative work culture.
• Uphold professionalism, quality and service to nation and society.
• Discourage plagiarism and non-ethical behaviour in teaching and research.
• Participate in extension, co-curricular and community service activities.
• Refrain from discrimination on the basis of caste, creed, religion, race or gender.

2) Teachers & Their Responsibilities

• Perform teaching, tutorials, practicals, seminars and research with dedication.
• Contribute to knowledge through professional meetings and conferences.
• Maintain conduct befitting the dignity of the profession.
• Engage in continuous professional growth through study and research.
• Maintain active membership of professional organisations.
• Discourage plagiarism and uphold research ethics.
• Abide by University Acts, Statutes and Ordinances and respect institutional vision and traditions.
• Assist in admissions, examinations, counselling and other academic responsibilities.
• Participate in extension and community service activities.

Teachers & Students

• Respect rights and dignity of students and deal justly with all.
• Recognise differences in aptitude and capabilities and address individual needs.
• Encourage students to improve attainments and contribute to community welfare.
• Inculcate scientific temper, democratic values, patriotism, social justice and environmental consciousness.
• Make themselves available beyond class hours without expectation of reward.
• Refrain from inciting students against others or the administration.

3) Non-teaching Staff

• Report to duty on time and remain available during college hours.
• Adhere strictly to institutional rules and regulations.
• Maintain honesty, integrity, fairness and self-discipline.
• Maintain confidentiality and not tamper with official records or documents.
• Not misappropriate college funds or property.
• Avoid social media during working hours for non-official use.
• Not remain absent without proper approval or sanctioned leave.

4) Students – Conduct & Discipline

Part I: General Conduct

• Maintain high standards of discipline and dignified behaviour on and off campus.
• Abide by college rules and uphold its esteem.
• Be punctual and attend all classes, seminars and presentations.
• Follow dress code / uniform and wear identity cards.
• Refrain from using mobile phones within campus as per rules.

Part II: Indiscipline & Misconduct (Illustrative)

Acts considered misconduct include (illustrative, not exhaustive):

• Disruption of teaching, examinations or administrative work.
• Use of unfair means or malpractice in examinations.
• Damage or defacement of college property.
• Wrongful confinement or harassment of staff or students.
• Use of abusive language, incitement of hatred or violence.
• Cybercrime and misuse of digital resources.
• Ragging in any form and sexual harassment.
• Assault, intimidation or insulting behaviour.
• Forgery or misuse of college documents and ID cards.
• Possession or consumption of tobacco, alcohol or narcotic drugs on campus (with specified penalties and possible expulsion).
• Carrying weapons or dangerous materials.
• Gambling, unauthorised occupation of hostel rooms or premises.
• Pasting objectionable posters or defacing buildings.

Detailed procedures, penalties and legal provisions are provided in the full Code of Conduct document (PDF) available with the college.