NIIBS Committees

The Nāgānanda International Institute for Buddhist Studies (NIIBS) maintains a range of committees to support the effective administration, academic development, student welfare, quality assurance, and overall institutional activities of the Institute. Each committee is responsible for specific areas of operation and contributes to maintaining academic standards, promoting good governance, and creating a supportive environment for students and staff.

These committees address areas including quality assurance, finance, research, library services, student welfare, procurement, information and web services, hostel administration, security and other academic and administrative matters. Through the coordinated work of these committees, NIIBS continues to strengthen its institutional processes and support the achievement of its academic and organizational objectives.

Supporting Committees at NIIBS

01.Course Coordination Committee

Coordinates academic programmes and course delivery across faculties, ensuring effective communication, proper scheduling and the smooth implementation of curricula.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Head – Dept. of Pali & Buddhist Studies
  • Head – Dept. of Practical Buddhism
  • Head – Counselling Psychotherapy Unit
  • Head – Dept. of Communication & Media Studies
  • Academic Coordinators
  • Assistant Registrar – Exam Division (Secretary)

02.Reservation Committee

Oversees the allocation and reservation of institutional facilities and resources, ensuring their efficient and appropriate use.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Engineering Assistant (CW & MD)
  • Management Assistant (Secretary)

03.Hostel Committee

This committee has meted-out criteria for allocation of rooms for students. It is prepared to policy.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Assistant Registrars – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Management Assistant (Secretary)

04.Study Leave Committee

Study leave for academics is monitored at this committee.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Head – Dept. of Pali & Buddhist Studies
  • Head – Dept. of Practical Buddhism
  • Assistant Registrar (Secretary)

05.Audit Committee

Reviews financial activities, internal controls and institutional procedures to promote transparency, accountability and compliance with applicable regulations.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Council Member (Mr. Sisira Hapangama)
  • Appointed Members
  • Auditor (Secretary)

06.Library Committee

This committee will look into books and other academic matters.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Head – Dept. of Pali & Buddhist Studies
  • Head – Dept. of Practical Buddhism
  • Head – Dept. of Communication & Media Studies
  • Librarian – NIE (Externel Member)
  • Assistant Librarian – USJ (Externel Member)
  • Bursar
  • Assistant Registrar – Exam Division
  • Assistant Registrars – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Assistant Librarian
  • Library Information Assistant (Secretary)

07.Building Review Committee

Reviews building facilities, infrastructure, maintenance requirements and proposed development projects to ensure safety, functionality and suitability for institutional needs.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Vice-Chancellor’s Coordinator
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Engineering Assistant (CW & MD)
  • Management Assistant (Secretary)

08.Procurement Committee

To purchase items for NIIBS through the procurement committee.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Dean – FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Account Executive (Secretary)

09.Cleaning Committee

Cleaning progress are discussed at this committee.

  • Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Management Assistant (Secretary)

10.Security Committee

Oversees campus security arrangements and safety measures to protect students, staff, visitors and institutional property.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Engineering Assistant (CW & MD)
  • Management Assistant (Secretary)

11.Finance Committee

All financial matters & financial disciplines are discussed at this committee.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Director – Media
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Account Executive (Secretary)

12.Web Committee

This committee is scrutinized on the current situation on our website of NIIBS. All information are included to the web regularly.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Director – CIQA
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Coordinators – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Assistant Librarian
  • Assistant Registrar – Exam Division
  • Assistant Registrars – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Management Assistant (Secretary)

13.Canteen Committee

Cleanliness and food availability in the canteen are checked regularly for the students & staff.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Officer in Charge

14.Examination Committee

Oversees examination planning, coordination and administration to ensure fairness, confidentiality, academic standards and compliance with examination regulations.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Assistant Registrar – Exam Division

15.Investment Committee

Reviews investment opportunities and advises on the responsible management of institutional funds and financial resources to support long-term financial sustainability.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Registrar
  • Bursar (Secretary)

16.Quality Assurance Committee

This is functioned to scrutinize all quality matters of academic activities as per the UGC circulars.

  • Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Director – CIQA
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Assistant Registrar – Exam Division
  • Assistant Registrars – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Assistant Librarian

17.Management Committee

Reviews administrative and operational matters, coordinates institutional activities and supports effective decision-making in line with the objectives and policies of NIIBS.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Vice-Chancellor’s Coordinator
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Head – Dept. of Pali & Buddhist Studies
  • Head – Dept. of Practical Buddhism
  • Head – Counselling Psychotherapy Unit
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Assistant Registrar – Exam Division
  • Assistant Registrars – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT

18.Marketing and Media Committee

Plans and coordinates marketing, media and public relations activities to strengthen the institutional image, promote academic programmes and improve communication with stakeholders.

  • Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Management Assistants – Media
  • Management Assistant – Marketing Service
  • External Member
  • Management Assistant (Secretary)

19.Student Welfare Committee

This committee will look into all welfare matters for students.

  • Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Dean – FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Engineering Assistant (CW & MD)
  • Assistant Registrars – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • External Member

20.Research Committee

This committee considers the research done by all academics.

  • Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Scientific Assistant
  • Registrar
  • Bursar
  • Lecturer Probationary – FBS
  • Head of Department
  • Assistant Registrars – FGS

21.Drug Prevention Committee

Develops and supports initiatives to prevent drug use and substance abuse within the campus community through awareness programmes, education and appropriate support services.

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Chairman)
  • Directors – NIIBS
  • Deans – FBS, FGS, FHSS & FCIT
  • Registrar
  • Assistant Registrars – FBS