SEDG

SOCIO-ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED GROUPS (SEDG) CELL

Achievers College of Commerce & Management, Kalyan

About the SEDG Cell

The SEDG Cell at Achievers College of Commerce & Management, Kalyan is a dedicated institutional body established to ensure that every student, regardless of their background, has an equal opportunity to excel. In alignment with NEP 2020 and University of Mumbai regulations, the Cell works to bridge the gap for students from marginalized and underprivileged communities.

Core Objectives

1. Holistic Support & Empowerment

  • Academic: Remedial coaching and bridge courses.
  • Financial: Guidance on scholarships and the Maha DBT portal.
  • Psychological: Personal counselling to boost confidence and mental well-being.

2. Promoting Equity and Inclusion

Ensuring that students from disadvantaged backgrounds have fair access to all college resources including laboratories, libraries, leadership positions, and extracurricular clubs.

3. Awareness and Sensitization

  • Workshops for faculty and staff on inclusive pedagogy.
  • Seminars to educate students about diversity and social inclusion.

4. Policy Implementation & Monitoring

  • Strict implementation of Government of Maharashtra reservation policies.
  • Transparent execution of Book Bank and EBC concessions.
  • Compliance with University of Mumbai and UGC directives.

5. Grievance Redressal & Anti-Discrimination

The Cell provides a safe, confidential, and time-bound platform to report discrimination. The college follows a Zero Tolerance Policy toward caste-based or socio-economic discrimination.

Vision & Mission

To ensure equitable access to quality education for students from Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups by providing a supportive environment and streamlining government welfare schemes.

Target Groups

  • SC / ST / VJNT / SBC / OBC
  • Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
  • Religious Minorities
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
  • First-Generation Learners & Rural Students

Scholarship Guide – MahaDBT Portal

Visit the portal:

https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in

Mandatory Documents

  • Aadhaar Card (Must be linked to Bank Account/NPCI)
  • Caste Certificate & Validity (where applicable)
  • Income Certificate (Current Financial Year)
  • Domicile Certificate of Maharashtra
  • SSC & HSC Marksheets
  • Previous Year Marksheet
  • Fee Receipt
  • Ration Card

Institutional Support Programs

  • Book Bank Scheme: Free textbooks for the semester.
  • Remedial Coaching: Extra classes for difficult subjects and English communication.
  • Career Counselling: UPSC/MPSC/Banking and placement guidance.
  • Earn-While-Learn: Part-time campus work opportunities.

Important Dates & Help Desk

  • Portal Opening: 30th June 2025
  • Last Date: 31st March 2026
  • College SEDG Help Desk: General Office, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

SEDG Cell Committee (A.Y. 2025-2026)

RoleNameDepartment
ChairpersonDr. CA Mahesh BhiwandikarPrincipal
Vice PrincipalMs. Sophia A D’souzaAdministration
IQAC Co-ordinatorAsst. Prof. Sana KhanAcademic
Scholarship ClerkMs. Gayatri YashwantaroAdmin Office