Job Description

Designation:

Section Officer - Admissions & Eligibility

Department:

Admissions & Eligibility Section, Symbiosis International (Deemed University)

Work Experience Required:

9-13 years

Role Overview

The Section Officer - Admissions & Eligibility at

Symbiosis International (Deemed University)

will be responsible for managing the critical processes of document verification, eligibility approvals, and merit listing during the admission cycle. This role ensures compliance with University policies, statutory guidelines, and quality standards while supporting seamless execution of admissions for SNAP, Non-SNAP, SET, and Non-SET programmes across all Symbiosis institutes.

Key ResponsibilitiesAdmissions & Eligibility Verification

Oversee

Academic Profile Verification (APV)

, caste/category document checks, and eligibility verification for all programmes. Supervise the preparation and validation of

merit lists

for SNAP/Non-SNAP/SET/Non-SET admissions. Ensure fair, transparent, and accurate evaluation of eligibility as per SIU and statutory norms. Liaise with admission offices of Symbiosis institutes to address programme-specific requirements.

Operational Management

Manage day-to-day operations of the

Eligibility Section

during admission cycles. Ensure timely resolution of urgent or escalated cases related to admissions and eligibility. Maintain accurate digital and physical records of applicant data, verification reports, and approvals. Coordinate with IT/ERP teams for smooth functioning of admission-related systems.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

Ensure strict adherence to

SIU regulations, UGC, AICTE, and government policies

on eligibility and reservation. Support audits, inspections, and internal reviews related to admissions. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and candidate experience.

Team Supervision & Stakeholder Coordination

Lead, mentor, and monitor staff in the Admissions & Eligibility team. Delegate responsibilities effectively and provide training where required. Collaborate with faculty, institute heads, admissions coordinators, and administrative units across SIU.

Reporting & Communication

Prepare periodic reports and dashboards on admissions progress, verification status, and merit listings. Draft official communication, guidelines, and FAQs for applicants, parents, and internal stakeholders. Handle candidate/parent queries in a professional, timely, and empathetic manner.

Skills & Competencies

In-depth knowledge of

university admission processes, eligibility norms, and reservation policies

. Strong understanding of SIU's admission structure (SNAP/SET/Direct/International admissions). Proficiency in

ERP/Admission software

and MS Office tools. Excellent leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills. Strong organizational and analytical ability to manage high-volume admission seasons. Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional coordination.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹65,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid sick time Provident Fund
Work Location: In person