Registrar

Registrar – Gurugram (International Branch Campus)

The campus will deliver globally benchmarked academic programmes with strong industry integration and research-driven pedagogy, maintaining full academic alignment with its home campus.

Role Overview

The Registrar will serve as a senior institutional leader responsible for academic administration, governance, and regulatory compliance for the India campus. This is a foundational leadership role in a greenfield setup, responsible for building robust academic systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining global academic standards in coordination with the parent university.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Administration & Governance

Lead enrolment, academic calendar, scheduling, examinations, and certification. Maintain secure and compliant academic records. Serve as Secretary to statutory bodies (Academic Council, Boards of Studies, Examination Boards). Establish governance frameworks appropriate for an international branch campus.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

Ensure compliance with UGC, AICTE, NAAC, NIRF, and other applicable authorities. Lead accreditation documentation, statutory filings, and audit readiness. Drive academic quality assurance and programme review processes. Maintain alignment with the parent university’s academic standards.

Student Policy & Academic Conduct

Develop policies for progression, credit transfer, attendance, and academic integrity. Oversee graduation eligibility, appeals, grievances, and disciplinary processes.

Institutional Oversight

Draft academic policies, statutes, and SOPs. Manage regulatory risk and inspections. Contribute to strategic planning and institutional development. Represent the institution in regulatory and academic forums.

Qualifications

Experience 10–12 years in higher education administration Minimum 5+ years in a senior role (Registrar / Deputy Registrar or equivalent) Strong knowledge of the Indian higher education regulatory ecosystem Experience in international or transnational education models preferred Prior experience in setting up new institutions/campuses desirable

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree Certifications in higher education governance/quality assurance preferred

Key Competencies

Expertise in UGC, AICTE, NAAC, NIRF frameworks Familiarity with academic ERP / SIS platforms High documentation accuracy and compliance orientation Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills Ability to operate within a multi-regulatory, international environment