The Punjab Institute of Oriental & Indian Languages (PIOIL) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence and institutional integrity. Our programs and degrees are officially recognized by esteemed statutory and regulatory bodies, ensuring that our qualifications hold value both nationally and internationally.

Statutory Affiliation

PIOIL operates under the jurisdiction and guidelines of the following major governmental and academic institutions:

1. University Grants Commission (UGC) – India

• Status: The Institute is recognized under Section 2(f) and Section 12(B) of the UGC Act, 1956. This recognition permits PIOIL to:
  • Offer programs leading to the award of degrees (M.A., Ph.D.) and diplomas.
  • Receive financial assistance from the Central Government through the UGC for research and development projects.
• Significance: This is the primary mark of legitimacy for a higher education institution in India, confirming the quality and validity of all courses offered.

2. Ministry of Education, Government of India

• Recognition: PIOIL is acknowledged as a Center of Excellence in Oriental Studies by the Ministry of Education.
• Role: The Ministry provides oversight and funding for our specialized research projects, particularly those concerning the preservation of rare linguistic and literary manuscripts.

3. State Government Affiliation (Department of Higher Education)

• Status: The Institute is established and financially aided by the Government of Punjab under a specific legislative act.
• Oversight: The Department of Higher Education provides administrative and policy oversight, ensuring adherence to state educational norms and regulations.

Accreditation & Quality Assurance

1. National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

• Accreditation Status: PIOIL has been accredited by NAAC, an autonomous body established by the UGC to assess and accredit Institutions of Higher Education in India.
• Current Grade: We were recently awarded a Grade ‘A’ (Cycle II), reflecting our strong performance across key criteria, including curriculum design, teaching-learning, research, infrastructure, and governance.
• Significance: NAAC accreditation affirms the overall quality of education and research environment at PIOIL.

2. Association of Indian Universities (AIU)

• Membership: PIOIL is a proud member of the Association of Indian Universities.
• Benefit: AIU membership facilitates the mutual recognition of degrees and diplomas with other universities and institutions across India and internationally, aiding student mobility and collaboration.

Research & Institutional Linkages

PIOIL maintains formal Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and working partnerships with various national and international bodies for collaborative research, faculty exchange, and joint publications:

• National Archives of India: Partnership for manuscript digitization and archival training.
• The Royal Asiatic Society (UK): Collaboration on Oriental manuscript studies and annual seminar series.
• Centre for Asian Languages (USA): Student exchange and joint research projects on comparative linguistics.

Legal Status

The Institute is a non-profit autonomous body registered under the [Specify the relevant Act, e.g., Societies Registration Act, 1860, or a specific State Act]. Our operations are governed by our own comprehensive Memorandum of Association and Institutional By-laws, which are compliant with all national laws.