For the assessment of a unit, the NAAC follows a three-stage process which is a combination of self-study and peer review. The three stages are:

• The preparation and submission of a self-study report by the unit of assessment.
• The on-site visit of the peer team for validation of the self-study report and for recommending the assessment outcome to the NAAC.
• The final decision by the Executive Committee of the NAAC.