Ratings

Rating of Nursing and Paramedical Institutes in Uttar Pradesh

‘Reforming Nursing and Paramedical Institutions through a Standardized Rating System’

Introduction :

The Government of Uttar Pradesh (GoUP) is committed to strengthening the nursing ecosystem by enhancing the quality of education and training through key reforms, including the systematic rating of nursing and paramedical institutes to ensure consistent standards across the state. Central to this initiative is the Uttar Pradesh State Medical Faculty (UPSMF), the regulatory authority for these institutes, which has introduced a data-driven rating framework to evaluate institutions based on infrastructure, faculty, teaching processes, and student outcomes. This transparent system highlights institutional strengths and areas for improvement, promotes continuous quality enhancement, and provides students and parents with reliable information for informed decision-making, thereby contributing to a stronger and more accountable healthcare education system in the state.

Scoring and Grading Methodology :

Nursing and Paramedical institutes in Uttar Pradesh were evaluated through self-assessments validated by certified national accreditation body, covering infrastructure, faculty, teaching processes, and outcomes. The collected data was analyzed and normalized using standard deviation to ensure fairness and comparability across institutions. Aggregate scores were calculated based on all applicable course ratings, and standardized scores were used to assign performance grades on a defined scale:

Grade A (1.50 to 3.00), B (0.75 to 1.50), C (-0.75 to 0.75), D (-1.50 to -0.75), and E (-3.00 to -1.50). This transparent grading framework enables consistent evaluation and highlights areas for improvement.

Impact of Rating :

The introduction of ratings has positively impacted quality and accountability in education. In 2023, 383 nursing and 294 paramedical institutes were assessed, enhancing transparency and promoting continuous improvement. Personalized reports, grievance redressal, and counselling integration empower institutes to reform and excel, helping students make informed choices. This structured approach strengthens the education foundation in Uttar Pradesh.