To
The Director,
National Institute of Technology, Warangal
Subject: Urgent Concerns of the Student Body – Request for Immediate
Attention and Resolution
Respected Sir,
We, the students of NIT Warangal, write this letter to bring to your kind attention a few
pressing issues that are causing growing concern and distress among the student
community. These points have been repeatedly discussed among students and are now
being formally presented in the hope that immediate action will be initiated and appropriate
steps taken to resolve them.
1. Rapid Decline in Campus Culture:
Over the years, the entire culture of NIT Warangal has changed drastically – and not
for the better. The vibrant, inclusive, and energetic college life that we all imagined
during our +2 years is nowhere to be seen. Instead, we see unnecessary restrictions,
power centralization, lack of student involvement, and constant discouragement for
taking initiative. This has deeply affected student motivation and morale across
batches.
2. CGPA-Based Discrimination:
There is a noticeable trend of CGPA being made a barrier even for entry-level and
extracurricular activities such as joining clubs, participating in inter-NIT sports events,
student council and even for class representation. This is creating undue pressure
and excluding many capable students from holistic development opportunities.
Due to the high CGPA eligibility bar for elections, the past two years have seen 7 out
of 8 secretary getting elected unanimously without any real competition. This
defeats the very idea of free and fair elections and makes student leadership
positions inaccessible to many deserving individuals. It discourages participation,
silences diversity of opinion, and concentrates representation in the hands of a very
narrow group.(Student council should be an independent body and there should be
no criteria for student representatives).
We propose that instead of relying only on CGPA, a Semester Grade (SG)–based
eligibility criteria should also be considered. This will allow students who are
showing recent academic improvement to participate and contribute, encouraging
growth and inclusivity rather than punishing students for past performance.
3. Centralization of Decision-Making and Dilution of Student Power:
Over time, the process for organizing events has become unnecessarily bureaucratic
and difficult for students. Earlier, student clubs could directly approach their faculty
advisors for event approvals. Now, we are required to go through the faculty advisor,
the Vice SAC President of the respective society, the SAC President, and finally the
Dean SW. Even after following this lengthy chain, students often wait 2–3 days to
meet the Dean .
This centralization of authority has significantly diluted student autonomy and
slowed down event execution. Furthermore, for major festivals like Spring Spree and
Technozion, there used to be dedicated faculty coordinators. This year, even that
system has been dissolved. The SAC Vice President has only been present for around
four meetings, and the Dean SW has been making most of the final decisions without
adequate student consultation.
This shift has made students feel powerless, discouraged from planning or organizing
initiatives, and alienated from their own campus activities. We request that student
power be reinstated, decentralized, and respected in the spirit of healthy campus life
and leadership development.
4. Inclusion of Student Secretaries in Senate Meetings:
Student Secretaries currently have no representation in Senate meetings where key
academic and administrative decisions are made. We strongly urge the
administration to include elected Student Secretaries in these meetings to ensure
that student perspectives are genuinely considered in institutional policymaking.
5. Student Voices are Ignored:
There is a growing sentiment that student feedback and concerns are routinely
overlooked. We request the administration to institutionalize a regular, structured
feedback mechanism where students can express concerns safely and constructively.
6. Fear of Consequences for Voicing Concerns:
A worrying trend has emerged where students are facing disciplinary action or being
scolded for simply raising issues via email. For instance, in a recent case (names
withheld out of respect for privacy), some students emailed the Dean SW regarding
food street concerns and were later called in and scolded. This creates an
environment of fear, discouraging students from voicing valid concerns or
approaching the administration freely. We believe constructive feedback and student
expression should be encouraged, not penalized.
7. Bi-Monthly Open Interaction Sessions with Administration:
There should be a formal session held in the auditorium every two months where
students can directly interact with the Director, Dean (SW), and other key authorities.
This will allow students to ask questions, express concerns, and receive clarity on
institute-related matters. Such open sessions will promote transparency,
accountability, and a healthier communication channel between students and
administration.
8. Lack of Transparency in Budget Allocation:
There is no transparency regarding how the funds allocated for fests, clubs, and
societies are being spent. Whenever students ask about the budget, the Dean SW
has refused to share any clear breakdown or figures. For clubs and societies, students
are never informed about their annual budgets. Instead, we are asked to first come
with a “proper proposal,” and even after preparing and submitting detailed plans,
these are often rejected outright without clear reasons or feedback. Events are
frequently dismissed arbitrarily, making students feel powerless and disheartened.
9. Student Involvement in Fund Allocation and Spending:
Students should have an active role in decisions related to the allocation and
spending of student funds. Since these funds are meant for student activities, clubs,
and events, it's only fair that elected student representatives are part of the
committee that decides how the budget is distributed and used. This will ensure
transparency, responsible spending, and alignment with the actual needs and
interests of the student body.
10.Unfair Fee Burden on Economically Weaker Students:
Students with annual family income below ₹1 lakh are being asked to pay full fees,
including hostel, mess, and academic components. This goes against the spirit of
inclusivity and government support policies meant to ease financial burden on
underprivileged students.
11.Summer Courses to Clear Backlogs and Improve CGPA:
The institute should offer summer courses for students who have backlogs or wish to
improve their grades. Many current 3rd-year students have lower average CGPAs
due to academic challenges faced in previous semesters. These students should be
given a fair opportunity to improve their CGPA before placements.
In addition to backlog clearance, students should be allowed to take 2–3 extra
courses during summer to improve their academic performance and overall CGPA.
This would help them become eligible for placement opportunities and higher
education applications without waiting for an entire semester or year.
12.Revision of CGPA to Percentage Conversion Formula:
The current formula used by the institute to convert CGPA to percentage significantly
lowers the final score, which negatively affects students when applying for
competitive exams like CAT, where graduation percentage carries weightage. We
request the administration to consider revising the conversion formula to ensure it
fairly reflects student performance and does not put NITW students at a
disadvantage compared to peers from other institutes.
13.Attendance-Based Marks in First Year Affecting Grades Unfairly:
In the first year, attendance carries weightage in the final marks. However, this
system is unfair to students who may have genuine reasons for missing classes—such
as health issues or personal emergencies. Since grading is done on an absolute scale,
even a small deduction in marks due to attendance can significantly reduce the final
grade. We request the administration to reconsider this policy and either reduce the
weightage or adopt a more flexible and empathetic approach while evaluating
attendance marks.
14.Poor Mess Facilities and Lack of Alternatives:
Students are being charged the full mess fee regardless of whether they are availing
the facility or not. The quality of food remains a consistent complaint, and there are
no reasonable alternative meal options on campus. Additionally, the closure of the
food street without any prior notice or arrangement has further worsened the
situation. No proper replacement or alternative food facility has been arranged till
now, leaving students with extremely limited and inadequate options for meals. Even
NIT Trichy, NIT Delhi, NIT Srinagar doesn’t have mess compulsion.
15.Active Participation of a Mental Wellness Committee:
There is a need for a fully functional and actively involved Mental Wellness
Committee on campus. With increasing academic pressure and emotional stress
among students, it is essential to have regular mental health support, awareness
sessions, and access to trained counselors. The committee should include both
students and faculty, and it must consistently engage with the student body through
activities, feedback, and open communication.
16. Bi-Weekly Central Events to Engage Students:
There should be centrally organized events every two weeks to keep students
engaged, promote campus involvement, and help them relax from academic
pressure. These events can be cultural, recreational, technical, or sports-related—
encouraging participation from all departments. Regular events will help create a
vibrant college atmosphere, improve mental well-being, and strengthen the sense of
community among students.
17. Stronger Alumni-Student Connection:
One of the key expectations students have from an institute like NIT Warangal is the
opportunity to build strong connections with alumni. These connections can provide
valuable guidance, mentorship, and career insights. We request the administration to
establish a structured platform or regular interaction sessions where students can
connect with alumni from different fields. This will help students learn from their
experiences, seek mentorship, and build a network that can support their
professional growth.
We hope these concerns are treated with the seriousness they deserve and expect a
transparent response from the administration at the earliest.
18. F grade is being converted into R grade
The courses in which we received F grades have been carried forward as R grades,
and we have been asked to repeat these courses instead of being allowed to write
makeup exams. This makes attaining our degree very difficult. Repeating courses
alongside our current semester courses is also very challenging, creating a burden on
both ends. There is a clash between the timetables of the courses.
Why were our F grades converted to R grades when we were unable to write the
makeup exams during the earliest possible time when they were held? If we are
allowed to write the makeup exams that we missed during the first makeup exams,
there would be no need to repeat the courses. We have been asked to repeat
courses despite having no shortage of attendance. Although we didn't attempt the
makeup exams, having F grades meant we were eligible to write them at least once.
However, when we reached out to the authorities, they harshly stated that the rules
must be followed regardless of the circumstances.
It seems counterintuitive to have a rule that appears unfair and benefits no one.
