St. Xavier's College

ST. XAVIER'S COLLEGE

THUMBA, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Faculty and students reviewing academic work at St. Xavier's College, Thumba

Academic Year 2026-2027

Administrative Committees

Governance & Institutional Oversight

The administrative structure of St. Xavier's College, Thumba, for the 2026-2027 academic year is designed to ensure excellence in governance, academic quality, and student welfare.

Core Administrative Leadership

Portrait of Dr. (Fr.) Sunny Jose SJ, Rector & Manager

Rector & Manager

Dr. (Fr.) Sunny Jose SJ

Portrait of Prof. Dr. Thomas Scaria, Principal

Principal

Prof. Dr. Thomas Scaria

Portrait of Dr. (Fr.) Biju Joy SJ, Bursar

Bursar

Dr. (Fr.) Biju Joy SJ

Portrait of Dr. (Fr.) Shibu Joseph, Academic Coordinator

Academic Coordinator

Dr. (Fr.) Shibu Joseph

Portrait of Mr. Rajesh M, Vice Principal

Vice Principal

Mr. Rajesh M

Portrait of Dr. Renuka O, Vice Principal

Vice Principal

Dr. Renuka O

Governing and Advisory Bodies

Governing Body

Led by President Fr. Henry Pattarumadathil SJ, Vice President Fr. Deepak Edattu SJ, and Secretary/Treasurer Fr. Jose Pittapallil SJ.

Managing Committee

Convened by Dr. (Fr.) Sunny Jose SJ, with members including Dr. (Fr.) Robin SJ, Dr. (Fr.) Shibu Joseph SJ, and others.

Advisory Board

Composed of the Principal and distinguished external members, including Dr. Shashi Tharoor (MP), Mr. V. Sasi (MLA), and Justice C.N. Ramachandran (Rtd).

College Council

A vital deliberative body consisting of the Principal (Convenor), Vice Principals, Heads of Departments, the Office Superintendent, and representatives from the staff, PTA, and students.

Key Administrative Committees

Planning Board

Convened by the Principal and Bursar, focusing on the long-term strategic growth of the institution.

Finance Committee

Oversees institutional budgeting and fiscal management, including the Principal, Bursar, Vice Principals, and the RUSA Coordinator.

  • Prof. Thomas ScariaPrincipal & Convenor
  • Dr (Fr) Biju JoyBursar
  • S/Lt Rajesh MVice Principal
  • Dr Renuka OVice Principal
  • Dr Divya ThomasRUSA Coordinator
  • Sri Sheen Jose TOffice Superintendent

Admission Committee

Manages student intake processes in alignment with University and UGC norms; chaired by the Principal and coordinated by Dr. (Fr.) Shibu Joseph.

  • Prof. Dr. Thomas Scaria (Principal)Chairman
  • Dr. (Fr.) Shibu JosephAdmission Officer
  • Dr. (Fr.) Biju Joy (Bursar)Member
  • S/Lt Rajesh M (Vice Principal)Member
  • Dr. Renuka O (Vice Principal)Member
  • All Heads of DepartmentsMember
  • Dr. Shijumon K J (PG Coordinator)Member
  • Sri Sheen Jose T (Office Superintendent)Member
  • Mr. Reuben S. L. (Administrative Staff)Member

Purchase Committee

Responsible for the procurement of resources and infrastructure maintenance, convened by the Principal and Bursar.

IT Cell Committee

Dedicated to the college's digital infrastructure and technology integration, led by the Bursar.

  • Dr (Fr) Biju JoyBursar & Convenor
  • Dr (Fr) Dominic Joseph PMember
  • Mr Anoop P KMember
  • Mr Renjith R TMember
  • Ms UnnimayaMember
  • Mr Reuben S LMember
  • Mr Abhilash JMember

Scholarship Committee

Oversees the application and distribution of scholarships and financial aid.

  • Dr. Edna RichardConvenor
  • S/Lt Rajesh MMember
  • Dr. Varghese JMember
  • Mrs. Sherine FredyMember
  • Dr. Ajith M ThomasMember
  • Mr. Prasanth M RMember

Statutory Compliance Committees

Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)

Presided over by Dr. Manju L to address grievances related to workplace or campus harassment.

Anti-Ragging Committee & Squad

Chaired by the Principal and coordinated by Dr. Mahesh N.R., ensuring a zero-tolerance environment for ragging.

Grievance Redressal Committees

Separate bodies are established for students (convened by Sri Muthappan M) and staff (convened by Dr. Divya Thomas) to handle institutional concerns transparently.

SC/ST/OBC/Minority Committee

Led by Dr. Shijumon K.J. to ensure equity and support for marginalized groups.

Academic and Quality Oversight

Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)

Chaired by the Principal and coordinated by Dr. Renju R. Krishnan, this cell is tasked with institutionalizing academic best practices and quality culture.

College Level Monitoring Committee (CLMC)

Coordinated by Ms Reshmi Poulose to track attendance, internal assessments, and academic progress, with the Principal, Vice Principals, FYUGP Co-ordinator, HoDs, Chief Examination Superintendent, and Office Superintendent.

  • Prof Thomas ScariaPrincipal
  • Vice PrincipalsMember
  • Ms Reshmi PouloseCo-ordinator
  • FYUGP Co-ordinatorMember
  • Heads of Departments (HoDs)Member
  • Chief Examination SuperintendentMember
  • Mr Sheen Jose TOffice Superintendent

Examination Committee

Internal and university-level examinations are overseen by the Examination Committee, with Dr. Gifty Elza Varghese serving as the Chief Superintendent.

  • Dr Gifty Elza VargheseChief Superintendent
  • Dr (Fr) Shibu JosephMember
  • Dr Ansi RahilaMember
  • Dr Lisba YesudasMember
  • Dr Anilkumar DMember
  • Ms Bhagyasree MenonMember
  • Ms Sheeba JohnsonMember
  • Mr Renjith RMember
  • Ms Asmy GMember