Competency-Based
Assessment is based on defined professional competencies, evidence of contribution and demonstrated academic impact.
Great Institution Begins with
Great Educators.
The DRONĀ Certification Scheme certifies the demonstrated professional competence of Teaching Professionals in Higher Education Institutions to effectively perform teaching, learning facilitation, research, academic development, and other associated professional functions within the higher education ecosystem. DRONĀ is designed for Teaching Professionals across all designations and higher education institutions.
Evidence-Based
Independent Review
Transparent Pathway
Professional Recognition
DRONĀ Faculty Excellence
A clear professional pathway built around evidence, assessment and recognition.
5Core Assessment Domains
2Independent Assessors
100%Evidence-Centred Approach
5Certification Levels
About DRONĀ
Recognising the people who shape future.
DRONĀ is designed to make faculty contribution visible, verifiable and professionally recognised across teaching, research, academic contribution, professionalism and digital readiness.
Evidence Verified
Relevant, traceable evidence supports professional claims rather than relying only on self-attestation.
Independent Review
Qualified assessors review submitted evidence using a defined and structured assessment pathway.
Five-Domain Framework
A complete view of faculty excellence.
DRONĀ recognises complementary dimensions of academic and professional practice.
Teaching
Teaching effectiveness, student engagement, curriculum contribution and learning impact.
Research
Research productivity, publications, innovation and scholarly impact.
Academic Contribution
Leadership, institutional contribution, mentoring and professional responsibility.
Professionalism
Ethics, continuous development, collaboration and sustained contribution.
Digital Readiness
Digital teaching capability, technology adoption, innovation and future-ready practice.
Assessment Pathway
Clear, structured and professionally assessed.
01
Eligibility
Complete initial eligibility and profile requirements.
02
Evidence Submission
Submit relevant documents and supporting evidence.
03
Independent Assessment
Qualified assessors review the submitted evidence.
04
Certification Decision
Assessment outcomes are reviewed and completed.