Institutional Performance Evaluation (IPE) Review Visits

Introduction to Review of Institutional Performance and Enhancement (RIPE) Under HEC’s PSG-2023 Quality Assurance Framework

As part of its ongoing commitment to institutional excellence and continuous improvement, the GIK Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology in 2025 has successfully initiated and conducted the Self-Review of Institutional Performance and Enhancement (RIPE) in accordance with the Quality Assurance Framework (PSG-2023) introduced by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.

This comprehensive internal quality assurance process is overseen by the QEC Office and the Institutional Quality Circle (IQC), with the overarching goal of cultivating a culture of quality and accountability across all academic and administrative functions of the Institute.

What is RIPE?

RIPE is a formal Institutional Self-Assessment (SA) process designed to evaluate the university’s overall performance for the previous academic year. It is conducted against the RIPE Standards specified in HEC’s PSG-2023 framework. The process considers inputs from:

• Program-level self-assessments

• Departmental and administrative evaluations

• Feedback from students, faculty, and other stakeholders

• Institutional arrangements with affiliated or partner institutions

RIPE ensures that all areas of institutional operations are continuously reviewed, enhanced, and aligned with national and global standards.

Self-RIPE Process at GIKI

The RIPE process at GIKI is carried out in three main phases: Pre-Visit, On-Site Review, and Post-Visit Activities, with detailed coordination by the QEC Office and oversight by the IQC.

🔹 Pre-Visit Activities

• IQC Initiation: The Institutional Quality Circle initiates the RIPE cycle and constitutes two committees:

  • The Institutional Performance Report (IPR) Committee

  • The Follow-up Committee for previous recommendations

• Compilation of Reports: These committees prepare the IPR and Follow-up Reports covering current progress, action items, and supporting evidence.

• Review by IQAE/QEC: The IQAE/QEC Office verifies the reports for completeness, documentary support, and compliance with RIPE Standards.

• Formation of RIPE Committee/Review Panel: A diverse RIPE Review Committee (5–7 members) is constituted, including at least one external expert and internal senior academics and administrators.

• Final Scheduling: After report circulation, the RIPE visit is scheduled in consultation with the committee and Institute leadership.

🔹 On-Site Review Activities

During the visit, the RIPE Committee:

• Validates documentary evidence

• Conducts detailed stakeholder meetings with:

1. Students (Undergraduate to PhD)
2. Faculty (junior and senior)
3. Deans, HoDs, and administrative heads
4. Directors of administrative departments

• Visits physical facilities including classrooms, labs, libraries, hostels, cafeterias, and recreational spaces

• Consolidates findings in a private meeting before concluding the visit

🔹 Post-Visit Activities

• Report Preparation: The RIPE Committee prepares a detailed report outlining findings, strengths, gaps, and recommendations.

• Submission and Moderation: The report is submitted to QEC, signed by all members, and moderated for any conflicts.

• IQC Sign-Off: The final report is reviewed and approved by the Institutional Quality Circle.

• Implementation & Monitoring: QEC disseminates the report to relevant departments, and implementation progress is now being tracked as per QEC’s Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process.

By conducting RIPE under PSG-2023, GIKI has taken a significant step toward aligning its internal systems with HEC’s vision for evidence-based governance, inclusive feedback mechanisms, and sustainable academic excellence.

This process reinforces our institutional commitment to:

• Transparent governance

• Stakeholder engagement

• Quality enhancement across all domains

• Preparing for external accreditations and global benchmarks

📄 For more information on the PSG-2023 Framework and RIPE Standards, visit:
HEC Quality Assurance Framework (PSG-2023): Draft Policy-03 Institutional level IQAEQA Guidance

GIKI Conducts Self-RIPE Under PSG-2023 QA Framework

Institutional Performance Reviewed on 27–28 May 2025

The GIK Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology successfully conducted its Self-Review of Institutional Performance and Enhancement (RIPE) on 27th and 28th May 2025 as part of its commitment to continuous quality improvement and alignment with the Quality Assurance Framework (PSG-2023) introduced by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.

This formal internal quality assurance exercise was held to assess the Institute’s performance against the 16 institutional standards outlined in HEC’s RIPE Manual. These standards cover all critical domains of institutional functioning, including governance, teaching and learning, research, student support, infrastructure, and quality assurance mechanisms.

During the two-day on-site visit, the RIPE Review Panel:

1. Examined institutional infrastructure and resources, including classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and student facilities

2. Reviewed key processes related to governance, curriculum delivery, student support, and administrative operations

3. Held focused discussions with a wide range of stakeholders including:

• Students (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD levels)
• Faculty across various departments
• Deans/HoDs of all faculties and departments
• Senior administrative officers, including directors

The Institute provided full cooperation and ensured the panel was facilitated at every stage of the visit. The panel appreciated the transparency and openness of the discussions, and the evidence-based approach taken in presenting institutional data and practices.

Self-RIPE Review Panel

The Self-RIPE assessment was conducted by the following panel of esteemed academics and quality assurance experts:

• Prof. Dr. Junaid Mughal
  Campus Director, COMSATS University Attock Campus
  External Reviewer / Panel Convener

• Prof. Dr. Javaid Rabbani Khan
  Professor & Head of Department, Chemical Engineering (DChE), GIK Institute
  Internal Member

• Prof. Dr. Zia-ul Haq Abbass
  Professor, Faculty of Electrical Engineering (FEE), GIK Institute
  Internal Member

The Rector of GIK Institute, accompanied by members of the senior management, held a dedicated meeting with the RIPE panel. During this session, the Rector offered valuable insights into the Institute’s governance priorities, strategic goals, and the vision for institutional development under the new QA framework.

The RIPE panel acknowledged the leadership’s proactive role in institutional quality assurance and their willingness to embrace continuous improvement. The RIPE Self-Review Panel Report 2025 is available here.