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f. ensure that the students’ access requirements are identified and made known to
relevant faculty well ahead of commencement of classes;

g. advise students with disabilities before the commencement of each semester or
academic year on their course selection and learning activities entailed; and

h. seek and record information on access requirements of individual student with
disability enrolled at the HEI.

4. ADMISSIONS-RELATED MATTERS

4.1. Application Process: Before applying for admission, students with disabilities should be
encouraged to visit the HEI and the HEI’s website to assess the suitability of the premises and
its surroundings. The HEI shall ensure that applicants have full information about the support
available and can request additional accommodations as needed. The following are the details
of the process that must be followed with respect to HEI admissions:

a. Admission application forms will include a section where students can convey
information on their disability. In certain circumstances, such as to avail the
accommodations under Section 4.2 of this policy, applicants shall be required to
provide attested copies of a Disability Certificate (as defined in Section 2.3 of this
policy). The admission application form shall also include a questionnaire for
students with disabilities to explain their need for accommodations related to any
entrance exams. Moreover, the universities shall take steps to improve accessibility
of the admission forms / prospectus and all other additional details that might be
required or useful for students with disabilities in the manner that accommodate the
needs of the different disabilities.

b. It is important to note that there shall not be any adverse impact on the application
of a prospective student based on his or her disclosure of a disability. The application
will be processed in the same manner as other applications, without any
discrimination on the basis of the disclosed disability.

c. Applicants will be made aware that if they disclose their disability, the information
provided on their application will, subject to applicable legislation, be retained on
the HEI’s confidential records and made available to relevant individuals involved in
the admissions process and the members of the Accessibility Committee, which will
provide necessary support during the application, interview, and entrance test
process for students with disabilities.

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