A

RESEARCH PROJECT REPORT

ON
A Study of
Performance Management System in N.H.P.C
OF
Baira Suil Power Station Chamba (H.P)

SUBMITTED TO MAHARISHI DAYANAND UNIVERSITY, ROHTAK

IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT FOR THE AWARD OF THE DEGREE
OF
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
(2015-2018)

SUBMITTED TO : SUBMITTED BY :
MR. ISHANT KHURANA SONIA KUMARI
ASST. PROFESSOR OF ROLL NO – 15 BBA 031
MGMT. DEPARTMENT REG. NO. –
BBA 6th SEM

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

A UNIT OF GANGA TECHNICAL CAMPUS, SOLDHA ,BAHADURGARH
APPROVED BY AICTE NEW DELHI, AFFILIATED TO MAHARSHI DAYANAND UNIVERSITY

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 PREFACE

This project is based on the study of “Performance Management System in

N.H.P.C.” An insight view of the project will encompass – what it is all about,

what it aims to achieve, what is its purpose and scope, the various methods

used for collecting data and their sources, including literature survey done,

further specifying the limitations of our study and in the last, drawing

inferences from the learning so far.

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 DECLARATION

I, SONIA KUMARI , hereby declare that the Project Report, entitled

“STUDY OF PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN N.H.P.C.” ,
submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of
the Degree of Bachelor of Business Administration is a record of
original training undergone by me under the supervision and
guidance of MR. ISHANT KHURANA, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR,
Department of Management Studies, GANGA TECHNICAL CAMPUS,
BAHADURGARH and it has not formed the basis for the award of
any Degree/Fellowship or other similar title to any candidate of any
University.

DATE :
PLACE :

(Sonia Kumari)

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Words are indeed inadequate to convey my deep sense of gratitude my guide

MR. ISHANT KHURANA, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, Department of
Management Studies, GANGA TECHNICAL CAMPUS, BAHADURGARH who
helped me in completing this project to the best of my ability. Being a part of
this project has certainly been a unique and a very productive experience on
my part.
I am really thankful to my faculties for making all kinds of arrangements to
carry the project successfully and for guiding and helping me to solve all kinds
of quarries regarding the project work. her systematic way of working and
incomparable guidance has inspired the pace of the project to a great extent.
I would also like to thank my mentor and faculty members for assigning me a
project of such a great learning experience and acquainting me with real life
project financing and appraisal.
Last but not least I would like to thank all my friends who have directly or
indirectly helped me with their moral support for the completion of my
project.

(Sonia Kumari)

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONTENTS PAGE NO.

(I) PREFACE
(II) DECLARATION
(III) ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CHAPTER – 1
INTRODUCTION OF COMPANY 6
CHAPTER – 2 12
INTRODUCTION OF BSPS
VISION & MISSION 14
CHAPTER – 3 15
LITERATURE REVIEW
CHAPTER – 4 17
PERFORMANCE MGT. SYSTEM IN NHPC
MAP PERFORMANCE CYCLE 21

Part B - SKILL/ COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT 34

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 42

OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY 44

CHAPTER – 5 45
DATA ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION
RESEARCH FINDINGS 54

CONCLUSION 55
SUGGESTIONS 56
LIMITATIONS 57
BIBLIOGRAPHY 58

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 1. INTRODUCTION OF COMPANY

NHPC LIMITED
NHPC Limited (Formerly National Hydroelectric Power Corporation), A Govt. of India
Enterprise, was incorporated in the year 1975 with an authorised capital of Rs. 2000 million and
with an objective to plan, promote and organize an integrated and efficient development of
hydroelectric power in all aspects. Later on NHPC expanded its objects to include other sources
of energy like Geothermal, Tidal, Wind etc

Market Value
At present, NHPC is a schedule 'A' Enterprise of the Govt. of India with an authorized share
capital of Rs. 1,50,000 Million . With an investment base of over Rs. 2,20,000 million Approx.
In 2009-2010 NHPC made a profit after tax of Rs2090 crores . A increase of 94% than the
previous year profit of 1050 crores. NHPC is among the top ten companies in India in terms of
investment. Department of Public Enterprise, Govt. of India recently conferred prestigious
Miniratna status to NHPC.

Initially, on incorporation, NHPC took over the execution of Salal Stage-I, Bairasiul and Loktak
Hydro-electric Projects from Central Hydroelectric Projects Control Board. Since then, it has
executed 14 projects with an installed capacity of 5295 MW on ownership basis including
projects taken up in joint venture. NHPC has also executed 5 projects with an installed capacity
of 89.35 MW on turnkey basis. Two of these projects have been commissioned in neighbouring
countries i.e. Nepal and Bhutan at a capacity of 14.1 &60 MW.

On-going work

Presently NHPC is engaged in the construction of 10 projects aggregating to a total installed

capacity of 4502 MW . NHPC has planned to add 5322 MW during 11th Plan period. 12 projects
of 9651 MW are awaiting clearances/Govt. approval for their implementation. Detailed Projects
report or Feasibility Report are being prepared for 7 projects of 5755 MW.

Since its inception in 1975, NHPC has grown to become one of the largest organizations in the
field of hydro power development in the country. With its present capabilities, NHPC can
undertake all activities from concept to commissioning of hydroelectric projects.

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Hydro Power Stations
Total - 5295 MW

S.no. Power Plant State Commissioned year of commission

Capacity
(MW)

1 Baira siul Himachal Pradesh 180 1981

2 Loktak Manipur 105 1983

3 Salal-I Jammu & Kashmir 345 1987
4 Tanakpur Uttarakhand 120 1992
5 Chamera-I Himachal Pradesh 540 1994

6 Salal-II Jammu & Kashmir 345 1996

7 Uri-I Jammu & Kashmir 480 1997

8 Rangit Sikkim 60 1999
9 Chamera-II Himachal Pradesh 300 2004
10 Indira Sagar Madhya Pradesh 1000 2005
11 Dhauliganga-I Uttarakhand 280 2005
12 Dul Hasti Jammu & Kashmir 390 2007
13 Omkareshwar Madhya Pradesh 520 2007
14 Teesta-V Sikkim 510 2008
15 Sewa-II Jammu & Kashmir 120 2010

Hydro Power Stations Under construction

Total - 4502 MW

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 Total Capacity Completion
S.no. Power Plant State
(MW) Schedule

1 Kishenganga Jammu & Kashmir 330 2016

Teesta Low
2 West Bengal 1320 2011
Dam-III

3 Parbati-II Himachal Pradesh 800 2013

Subansiri
4 Assam 2000 2012
(Lower)

5 Chamera-III Himachal Pradesh 231 2010

Teesta Low
6 West Bengal 160 2011
Dam-IV

7 Parbati-III Himachal Pradesh 520 2010

8 Nimmo-Bazgo Jammu & Kashmir 45 2010

9 Chutak Jammu & Kashmir 44 2011

10 Uri-II Jammu & Kashmir 240 2011

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Hydro Power Stations constructed on Deposit/Turnkey Basis
Total - 89.3 MW

S.no Power Total Capacity Year of

. Country/State
Plant (MW) Commissioning

1 Devighat Nepal 14.1 1984

2 Kurichu Bhutan 60 2002

Andaman and Nicobar

3 Kalpong 5.25 2001
Islands

4 Sippi Arunachal Pradesh 4 2007

5 Kambang Arunachal Pradesh 6 2008

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During the financial year 2010-2011 , NHPC Power Stations achieved the highest
ever generation of 18604 MU.

GENERATION

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During the period 2010-2011 , NHPC had a sales turnover of 4046.59 crore with a Net
Profit of 2166.67 crore.

SALES Vs PROFIT

Presently NHPC is engaged in the construction of 10 projects aggregating to a total installed

capacity of 4502 MW. NHPC has added 1970 MW during the 10th Plan period and planned to
add 2230 MW during 11th Plan period. 12 projects of 9651 MW are awaiting
clearances/Govt. approval for their implementation. Detailed Projects report are being prepared
for 7 projects of 2485 MW.

Since its inception in 1975, NHPC has grown to become one of the largest organisation in the
field of hydro power development in the country. With its present capabilities, NHPC can
undertake all activities from concept to commissioning of Hydroelectric Projects.

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 2. INTRODUCTION OF BAIRA SIUL POWER STATION

It is located in the Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh at a distance of 135 kms from
Pathankot, which is the nearest broad-gauge railhead. It utilizes the combined flow of three
tributaries of River Ravi, viz. Baira, Siul and Bhaledh rives. It has been designed to generate 750
Million Units of energy in a 90% dependable year. Beneficiary States are Himachal Pradesh,
Punjab, Haryana and Delhi.

The scheme consists of a 53m high earth and rockfill dam across the Baira River. The dam
diverts the water of the Baira and Bhaledh rivers through the intake structure to the main
headrace tunnel. The water flows through a 7.63 km long horse-shoe shaped Head Race Tunnel
and a 100 m deep, 3.0 m dia drop shaft to the 3 penstocks, each 2.75 m in diameter, a surface
power house with three Francis type generating units of 60 MW each. The Power Station was
commissioned in the year 1981. The power generated is evacuated through a 96 km long, 220
KV double circuit transmission line in to Northern Grid

Baira Siul Power Station is a major step towards harnessing hydroelectric potential in Himachal
Pradesh. It envisages utilization of the combined inflow of three tributaries of the Ravi river,
namely Baira, Siul and Bhaledh for generation of power on run-of-the-river basis. The installed
capacity is 180 MW (3 x 60 MW). The annual designed energy from the project is 779.28 MU‟s
in a 90% dependable year with 95% availability of installed capacity.

The project headquarter is at Surangani.The construction of the project was undertaken by the
Central Government under the erstwhile Ministry of Irrigation and Power in 1970-71. The
project was taken over by the National Hydroelectic Power Corporation on 20/01/1978. Units I,
II and III were commissioned on 18/05/1980, 19/05/1980 and 13/09/1981 respectively. The
commercial production started on 01/04/1982.

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Salient Feature

Distt. Chamba,
Location
Himachal Pradesh
Nearest Rail Head
Approach
- Pathankot

Capacity 180 MW (3 x 60 MW)

779.28 million
Annual Generation
units (90% dependable year)
Rs. 142.5 Crore
Project Cost
(Jan‟81 price level)
H.P., Punjab,
Beneficiary States
Haryana & Delhi

Year of Commissioning/Completion Schedule 1981

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VISION & MISSION

VISION

A world class, diversified & transnational organization for sustainable development

of hydro power and water resources with strong environment conscience.

MISSION

To achieve international standards of excellence in all aspects of hydro power and
diversified business.
 To execute and operate projects in a cost effective, environment friendly and
socio-economically responsive manner.
 To foster competent trained and multi-disciplinary human capital.
To continually develop state-of-the-art technologies through innovative R&D and adopt
best practices.
To adopt the best practices of corporate governance and institutionalize value based
management for a strong corporate identity.
To maximize creation of wealth through generation of internal funds and effective
management of resources.

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 3. LITERATURE REVIEW ON PERFORMANCE
APPRAISAL

Bendick, M., Egan, M. & Lofhjelm, S. (2001). HR performance appraisal system, Vol. 24 No.
2, pp. 10-25.

This article‟s focus on the US workplace. Organizations can benefit from performance
appraisal offering diversity training to employees. That is, training employees to respect others
and not to act in a discriminatory manner towards fellow employees.

McGregor, L. (2000). Career Development International. Vol. 5 No. 4/5, pp. 244-249.
This article presents two models of mentoring. The traditional view of mentoring is facilitated
mentoring where the more experienced person (mentor) acts as a role model for the less
experienced person (mentee). Another approach is also offered – guided learning. A more
experienced co-worker uses guided learning to teach a less experienced worker new skills.

Taylor, W. (2005). The Age, My Career Section, p. 11, 26/11/2005.

This paper outlines the experiences of two executive women in developing an internal mentoring
program. The experiences demonstrate that the mentoring relationship not only benefits the
mentees but also the mentor

While the increased demand for executive coaching in the marketplace has opened up, the
increasing number of coaches of every type, training, and perspective has also grown (Brotman
et al., 1998; Joo, 2005; Kampa-Kokesh, & Anderson, 2001; Wasylyshyn, 2003). It is surprising
that with the increased use of executive coaching and the rising number of coaches, there has not
been a professional association formed to develop and monitor the standards, requirements, and
competency validation solely for executive coaches (Brotman et al., 1998; ICF, 2006;
Wasylyshyn, 2003). This need has brought reactions from executives, coaches, and clients who
suggest standardized methods.

Executives have recognized the significance of executive coaching in their professional

performance, both personally and organizationally (Effron et al., 2005; Joo, 2005; Kampa-
Kokesh, & Anderson, 2001; Turner, 2006; Wasylyshyn, 2003). During the beginning years of
executive coaching, it was seen as an executive crutch to assist non-performers. Today, executive
coaching is looked upon as a necessary tool and in some cases reserved only for senior
executives (Joo, 2005; Kampa-Kokesh, & Anderson, 2001; Stevens, 2005; Turner, 2006;
Wasylyshyn, 2003). One reason for the about face attitude could be the value executive coaching
brings as a "time-out" break, from the unyielding demands of the corporate world, for inner-
thought, assessment, positive criticism, and a co-development of strategies (Bacon & Spear,

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2003; Brotman et al., 1998; Joo, 2005; Kampa-Kokesh & Anderson, 2001; Kilburg, 1996a;
Orenstein, 2002; Stevens, 2005; Turner, 2006; Wasylyshyn, 2003).

One of the premier uses of executive coaching is to deliver "just-in-time" strategies for
increasing one's personal performance and effectiveness by transforming weaknesses into
strengths (Bacon & Spear, 2003; Kampa-Kokesh, & Anderson, 2001; Kilburg, 1996a; Orenstein,
2002; Wasylyshyn, 2003). Due to this increase in personal ROI, corporate America is enamored
with executive coaching and the benefits it has brought in recent years (Bacon & Spear, 2003).

With many corporate incomes decreasing over the past few years, corporations have reevaluated
their training and development practices, to include the use of external sources (Joo, 2005;
Kampa-Kokesh, & Anderson, 2001; Turner, 2006; Wasylyshyn, 2003). As a result, executive
coaching focuses on ensuring alignment with corporate strategy (Bluckert, 2005b; Brotman et
al., 1998; Edwards, 2003; Levinson, 1996; Joo, 2005; Orenstein, 2006; Peterson, 1996; Saporito,
1996; Turner, 2006). In this changing corporate setting, executive coaching must be used in a
laser-focused manner, rather than a liberally used improvised solution (Orenstein, 2006). Those
corporations who have identified the need and usefulness of executive coaching have created an
inner coaching environment to facilitate coaching through internal coaches (Turner, 2006).

It is in the new corporate coaching culture of companies employing their own coaches (internal)
where the chemistry of the coaching relationship takes a back seat to replicable measures in the
coaching protocol (Joo, 2005; Kampa-Kokesh & Anderson, 2001; Stevens, 2005; Turner, 2006;
Wasylyshyn, 2003). The internal coach, unfortunately, finds him or herself in a dilemma of
possibly losing one of his most prized outcomes, which is, assisting clients to become masters of
change management (Wasylyshyn, 2003). Another downturn of this "commoditization" of
executive coaching is to put a limit on the use of coaching, and to what extent, documenting the
benchmarks, stages, and action steps. Doing so, realistically, diminishes the coaching process to
a cookie cutter approach including a preset number of sessions and strategies rather than a co-
developed strategic plan developed over the course of an ongoing relationship. (Joo, 2005;
Kampa-Kokesh & Anderson, 2001; Turner, 2006; Wasylyshyn, 2003).

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 PERFORMANCE
MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM IN NHPC

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 4. PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN NHPC

E-MAP (Moving Ahead through Performance) is the Performance Management System which
is followed in NHPC. This system was introduced in the year 2007-08.

E-MAP aims at creating alignment of your goals with those of the company and enables you to
effectively manage performance- for yourself and your team.

This system covers Frontline Executives and Middle level Executives of NHPC. Frontline
Executives fall in the category from Engineer to Manager (E1-E4) and Middle level Executive
starts from Senior Manager to Additional General Manager (E5-E7).

As a trial measure, in the year 2006-07 MAP was filled manually, i.e. it was not e-Enabled. From
year 2007-08 it was switched over to e-Enabled. Upto year 2005, performance appraisal of an
individual was filled in the form of Annual Confidential Report (ACR).

The features of MAP have been designed to reduce subjectivity and individual biasness that may
impact the effectiveness of a performance management system.

The system is divided into two parts:

Part A: Key Result Area (KRA’s)

Part B: Skill/ Competency Assessment

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THE MAP LOGO

The Map logo represents:

• Excellence

• Focus on people at the center of the system

• Sharp growth through performance

• Alignment

• Measurement

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 Definition of Performance

• Definition of Performance in MAP is based upon Key Result Areas or KRAs and
Routine Responsibilities.

• ~ KRAs are "critical outcomes towards which effort is directed to achieve

desired business results."

• ~ Routine Responsibilities are “significant on-going tasks or outcomes that are

undertaken or delivered on a day-to-day basis.”

• Unique Role and Responsibility (URR) templates provide the KRAs, relative weight of
KRAs and Routine Responsibilities, the Competencies and their required Proficiency
Levels for a role. The URR Template in MAP helps deliver consistency and clarity on
expected performance measures to Appraisees and Appraisers alike.

• MAP allows the Appraisee to define the performance measures applicable to the
Appraisee's situation using a combination of KRAs and Routine Responsibilities.

• The achievement against targets set for each of these will together constitute the
Appraisee‟s Performance Plan in the Performance Cycle or Period.

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 A. MAP PERFORMANCE CYCLE

Performance Cycle at a Glance

A Performance Cycle refers to the year for which your performance is being evaluated. The
Performance Cycle of MAP is one year coinciding with NHPC financial year.

MAP follows an April to March cycle and consists of three key phases:

1. Performance and Development Planning

2. Mid Year Review

3. Final Review

The figure below provides an overview of the Performance Cycle with key dates for each phase.

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PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

Performance Planning Phase of MAP is initiated in the month of March upon the
finalization of the draft budget for NHPC. The targets finalized for the Unit, Product
Group, Department and consequently the Section will serve as the starting point for an
individual to do his Performance Planning.

BALANCED SCORE CARD (BSC)

The Balanced Score Card of the company is prepared at the company level at the
beginning of the year based on the Strategic Plan as well as the MOU and Budget targets
decided for the year.

Based on this, the Balanced Scorecards are also prepared for the following levels:

Unit Head Level

Product Group / Function Head Level
Department Head Level
Section Head Level

The Strategic Objectives of the Company / Unit / Product Group (PG) / Deptt. / Section
for a given financial year is outlined in the Balanced Scorecard prepared for that Level.
Although the Balanced Scorecard is prepared outside MAP, it is critical for the success of
the system. The individual Performance Plans are derived from the Section Level BSC
which will derive its strategic objectives and targets from the Department/ NC/ Unit and
Company level BSCs through a process of cascading, thus ensuring proper alignment
between the objectives /targets flowing from top to bottom.

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Workflow of Performance Planning Phase:

Planning Appraisee Accepts

Accepts Plan
Mapping of by
Appraisee by Appraiser Reviewe Approved
Appraisee
Appraiser or
Sub
Edits after
Edits after
Discussion with
Discussion with
Appraisee 22 | P a g e

Appraisee &

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 Discussion with Appraisee
Creating the Performance & Development Plan (P&DP)

The Performance Plan of an individual essentially consists of one section – KRAs. This is the
essential component of any Performance Plan and the individual is expected to fill in this
section adhering to all guidelines in order to be able to submit his plan to his Appraiser.

1. Selecting the KRAs

The Appraisee will select relevant KRAs from the KRA Master of his function (i.e. the function
to which he has been mapped). A minimum of six and a maximum of fifteen KRAs can be
selected. (max. 15 from own KRA Master; 5 optional which can be taken from KRA Masters of
other functions so as to ensure that the total no. of KRAs per plan does not exceed 15).

2. Target Setting and Action Plans for KRAs

For each KRA, 5 levels of performance must be defined by the Appraisee that quantify the
extent of achievement in a given timeframe (L5 being the best and L1 being the lowest level of
performance)
Along with these, the Appraisee will develop an Action Plan consisting of specific steps
required to achieve the target for each KRA.

3. Assigning Weightage

The Appraisee will propose weightages between 5% and 25% for each KRA. The total
weightage for KRA (C) should be equal to or more than the Minimum Weightage for KRA(C)
prescribed for the relevant URR to which the individual has been mapped. The total of all KRA
weightages should add up to 100%. Maximum limit of weightages have been suggested for all
KRAs across all functions for all the categories of URRs. Executives while assigning
weightages to the KRAs selected by them in their plan cannot exceed the maximum permissible
weightages specified against each KRA. This is ensured through inbuilt system checks.

The P&DP is now ready for submission.

Obtain Appraiser’s and Reviewer’s Sign-off

After creating his P&DP, the Appraisee will submit his plan to his Appraiser. If the Appraiser
wishes to modify the plan, he will discuss the same with the Appraisee and make the necessary
modifications. Thereafter, the Appraiser will forward the Performance Plan to the Reviewer for
final sign-off. In case the Reviewer wishes to modify the plan, he can make the required
modifications in the Plan after discussing with the Appraisee and Reviewee and then grant final
approval.

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MID YEAR REVIEW

Mid Year Review is an interactive feedback session between the Appraisee and Appraiser, conducted during
the month of October for the half-year ended September 30. It is a mid-cycle process for reviewing and
tracking achievements thus reducing the scope for year-end surprises.

The Mid Year Review does not result in a performance score and will be treated as a 'course correction
mechanism" wherein the Appraiser guides the Appraisee on whether the Appraisee is on track to achieve the
Performance and Development Plan finalised in April. The Appraisee is able to incorporate these inputs to
ensure achievement.

Mid Year Review begins with the Appraisees‟ Self-Appraisal. In his self-appraisal, the Appraisee will
comment on his/ her current level of achievement on KRAs, which will then be discussed with the
Appraiser for his feedback and inputs. During this phase, the Appraisee also identifies both behavioral and
functional competencies for his Development.

Mid Year Review Process

Appraise does self Submits

Appraiser gives Mid Year
review of KRAs &
his comments & Review
identifies
feedback Completed
Competencies for
Development

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Creating the Development Plan using ”Competencies and Development Plan Section”

Development Planning in MAP focuses on building Individual Capability using Competencies.

From the list of Functional & Behavioral Competencies identified for the function, the Appraisee will
identify a minimum of one and maximum of three competencies during this Phase. These will be taken as
training requirement which will be met in the following year. The urgent functional competencies will be
arranged internally by the department.
Documentation of the Performance Discussion & completing the Competency Section concludes the Mid-
Year Review Phase of MAP.

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 FINAL REVIEW

The Final Review Phase will begin with the Appraisees‟ self-appraisal wherein he/she gives the
assessment of Target Achievement on each KRA defined in the Performance Plan (Part-A).
The Appraiser will review the outcomes of self-appraisal and give his own assessment of the
achievement of the targets in the performance plan for each KRA. In addition, he will also give
his assessment on the Skills/ Competencies defined in Part B.

Final Review Process

Appraiser Appraisee Reviewer

Submits Sends Accepts
Appraisee back gets to see
gives his Appraiser’s Gives Final
Does Self OR
assessment of Assessment Assessment
on KRAs &
AssessmentOR KRAs & Part B of KRAs
of KRAs Rejects Part-B after

Rejects After discussion

Discussion
Requests Discussion

Final Score of MAP Final Composite Score Accepting Authority

Part-A is gets calculated in the (PG/Function Head or
communicated to system after allotting Unit Head, as the case
Appraisee along with weightages to Part-A may be) does Final
skill/competencies for and Part B, also taking Assessment of Part B
development. into account Deduction
of Marks for Late
Submission of Part-A, if
any

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After appraisal by Appraiser, the plan will come back to the Appraisee for his acceptance of the
assessment done for KRAs (the assessment of Part B will not be visible to the Appraisee). If the
Appraisee feels that his Appraisers' Assessment is correct, he can „Accept‟ and forward it to
his Reviewer. However, in case of any issues regarding the assessment, the Appraisee can
request for a "Discussion" with his Appraiser. After the discussion, the Appraiser will finalize
his assessment and send it back to the Appraisee. The Appraisee at this stage can either
‟Accept‟ the assessment or „Reject‟ it. In either case the plan will go to the Reviewer with the
appropriate message for his final assessment.
The Reviewer will then give his assessment on the KRAs which will form the basis for
calculation of the Consolidated Score of MAP for the individual. He will also give his
assessment on the Skills/Competencies specified in Part B.
Thereafter, Part-B alone will travel forward to the Accepting Authority for his final assessment.
Once this stage is complete, the Composite Score will get calculated in the system.
The Final Performance Score of MAP (Part-A) will be visible to the Appraisee on his
dashboard under the link „Final Review‟. Also visible will be those Competencies of Part B in
which he has been given a final score of „2‟ or less on a five point scale.
The feedback during Mid Year Review will be taken into account to significantly add value to
the Final Review. The Appraisee‟s self-appraisal will not directly contribute to the
Performance Score but will be viewed as the Appraisee‟s opportunity to share his/her
perspective on his performance.
Feedback and Coaching by Appraiser will be a key component of the Final Review as this
serves as an important input into the next cycle‟s Plan.

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 TOOLS OF MAP

The following tools are used in the MAP:

1. Rating Scales.

2. Competencies and development plan.

1. RATING SCALES

Performance defined in MAP will be evaluated using 5-point Rating Scales. These Rating Scales
will be used to assess the extent of accomplishment on KRA Targets, Routine Responsibilities
and Competencies.

One common scale will be used for assessing accomplishment on KRAs and Routine
Responsibilities, while another scale will be used for assessing accomplishment on
Competencies.

Rating KRAs and Routine Responsibilities

KRAs and Routine Responsibilities have a 5-point scale where each rating has been articulated
and explained.

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Rating Competencies

The 5-point Rating Scale for Competencies is different from the one used for KRAs and Routine
Responsibilities.

The Appraisee will be evaluated on all Competencies in the URR using the Competency Scale.

Each Rating on the scale has been articulated to describe the extent to which an Appraisee has
displayed the behaviors described in the required Proficiency Level of the Competency.

Based upon the behaviors observed, the Rating that best describes the set of displayed behaviors
is chosen as the Rating on that Competency.

2. COMPETENCIES AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN

Competencies

Competencies are skills and abilities described in terms of behaviors that are coachable,
observable, measurable and critical to individual performance skills.
Competencies form the foundation of “what” capabilities are required for the successful
execution of roles and responsibilities, thereby driving functional, unit and organization
performance.
Competencies have been classified into two:
a. Behavioral – Are Competencies that define behaviors or attitudes required for
performing certain jobs.
b. Functional / Technical – Competencies which relate to knowledge and skill required
for performing the job are called technical /functional competencies.

Accordingly, there are two sets of Competency Masters in MAP:

a. Behavioral Competency Master
b. Functional Competency Master

The „Behavioral‟ Competency Master comprises a list of 18 competencies which are common
for all Functions.

The „Functional‟ Competency Master comprises Function-wise list of Competencies pertaining

to each function.

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Development Plan

The Development Plan Module has been provided with the Mid Year Review Phase when the
individuals will identify their development needs for the next year from the two sets of
Competency Masters. The unit HRDC/HRDI will take inputs from this module to organize
group training programmes in the subsequent year. Training needs which need to be fulfilled
immediately can be arranged for by the concerned departments.
The Appraisee will be required to select a minimum of one Competency from each of the two
Masters, and a maximum of three Competencies from both Masters put together. These would be
competencies which the individual would like to develop/ improve upon for better performance
on the job.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES OF MAP

1. Planning and Organizing

2. Initiative
3. Commitment to Quality
4. Creativity and Innovation
5. Interpersonal Relations
6. Cost Consciousness
7. Strategic Thinking
8. Customer Focus
9. Decision Making
10. Risk Taking
11. People Capability
12. Analytical Ability
13. Communication Skills
14. Teamwork
15. Achievement Orientation
16. Negotiation Skills
17. Problem Solving
18. Knowledge of Business Environment

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FEEDBACK AND COACHING

The process of continuous Feedback and Coaching is an inherent and critical part of MAP.

The Mid Year and Final Reviews are specifically focused on Feedback and Coaching and hence
require the Appraisee and the Appraiser to have a formal feedback session.

For Feedback and Coaching to be truly effective, it should be provided and received on an on-
going basis. When used effectively, Feedback & Coaching is a powerful means of positively
impacting performance.

Feedback and Coaching helps an Appraiser in both obtaining information and providing inputs
on how an Appraisee is performing and whether or not he / she is headed in the right direction. It
is also an opportunity for the Appraisee to solicit resources and help that may be required for
enhancing his/ her own performance.

Most people are comfortable in providing positive feedback. However, they are hesitant to
initiate a conversation that involves sharing of negative or unpleasant performance-related
information. Such hesitation needs to be overcome, considering the importance of feedback in
correcting the performance level of the Appraisee, and the consequent benefit to the Appraisee's
career.

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 Coaching Impacts Performance

Feedback is of various types:

Positive feedback
Corrective feedback
Feedback focused on identifying obstacles to performance
Feedback for the purpose of sharing information etc.

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Part B- SKILL/ COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT

The Objective of Part B is to assess the Skills/ Competencies possessed by individuals and factor in this
assessment for the purpose of Promotion decisions.

There are two sets of Skills/ Competencies mapped to different levels of executives as follows:

E1A to E5 Skill/ Competency Set-1

E6 & E7 Skill/ Competency Set- 2

The weighted average score of Part-A and Part-B will give the Composite Score of the individual for that
year which will be reckoned for promotion purposes only. The following weightages operate between Part-A
(kRAs) and Part-B (Skills and Competencies) while calculating the Composite Score:

EXECUTIVE WEIGHTAGE OF PART-A WEIGHTAGE OF PART-B

BAND (KRAs of e-MAP) (Skills/ Competencies)

E1A to E3 80% 20%

E4 & E5 70% 30%

E6 & E7 50% 50%

The following formula is used to arrive at the Composite Score:

(Score of Part-A * Weightage of Part-A) + (Score of Part-B * Weightage of Part-B)

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The Score of ‘Part-A’ will constitute the ‘Performance Score’ of the individual for the year whereas
the weighted average Score of ‘Part-A’ and ‘Part-B’ will constitute ‘Composite Score’ of the
individual for the year.

The Authorities for Assessment of Part-B for various levels of executives are:

For E6 & E7

Appraiser Reviewer Unit Head

For E1A to E5

Appraiser Reviewer PG/Function Head

Unlike Part- A, there is NO „Self Assessment‟ of Part-B by the Appraisee and the score of Part-B as also the
Composite Performance Score of Part-A and Part-B will not be shared with the Appraisee. The ratings will be
given on a scale of 1-5. 5 being the best and 1 being the worst. Any Competency getting a rating of 1 or 2
will be displayed to the Appraisee as an area for development.

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 LIST OF SKILLS/COMPETENCIES TO BE ASSESSED FOR EXECUTIVES

IN GRADES E1A TO E5

(On a scale of 1 to 5 – 5 being the best and 1 the lowest)

SN SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES

1 Functional / Technical Knowledge: Possesses knowledge related to function, understands and

appropriately applies technical ability related to functional / technical expertise.

2 Leadership: Motivates & develops individuals. Encourages team members in decision making.

3 Interpersonal Relations & Team playing: Sensitive to the needs and problems of others.
Collaborates with colleagues to seek solutions that are beneficial to the team. Supports others‟
contribution and helps in achievement of teams‟ goals.

4 Analytical ability: Displays the ability to analyse information and draw logical conclusions.

5 Openness to continuous learning: Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues
self-development.

6 Communication: Displays skill to give and receive instructions accurately; has ability to present
issues lucidly and share information with all concerned.

7 Initiative & Resourcefulness: Able to act effectively / imaginatively to accomplish mission ; takes
initiative to solve problems/ improve processes.

8 Achievement / Result orientation: Displays zeal to achieve by aggressively and passionately

pursuing targets which have a standard of excellence.

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9 Sense of Responsibility / Tenacity: Meets targets; shoulders responsibility; minimal follow-up
required.

10 Quality of work: Displays thoroughness, accuracy and general excellence of output ; produces work
free from errors; shows consistency of output under varying conditions.

11 Customer Focus & Service Orientation: Displays ability to strive for success of both internal &
external customers through high responsiveness and delivering value.

12 Administrative / Executive ability: Displays ability to objectively view administrative situations

and demonstrates courage in enforcing financial and personal discipline; has ability to appraise
subordinates objectively.

SN SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES

1 Functional / Technical Knowledge: Possesses knowledge related to function, understands and

appropriately applies technical ability related to functional / technical expertise.

2 Leadership: Motivates & develops individuals. Encourages team members in decision making.

3 Interpersonal Relations & Team playing: Sensitive to the needs and problems of others.
Collaborates with colleagues to seek solutions that are beneficial to the team. Supports others‟
contribution and helps in achievement of teams‟ goals.

4 Analytical ability: Displays the ability to analyse information and draw logical conclusions.

5 Openness to continuous learning: Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues
self-development.

6 Communication: Displays skill to give and receive instructions accurately; has ability to present
issues lucidly and share information with all concerned.

7 Initiative & Resourcefulness: Able to act effectively / imaginatively to accomplish mission ; takes
initiative to solve problems/ improve processes.

8 Achievement / Result orientation: Displays zeal to achieve by aggressively and passionately

pursuing targets which have a standard of excellence.

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9 Sense of Responsibility / Tenacity: Meets targets; shoulders responsibility; minimal follow-up
required.

10 Quality of work: Displays thoroughness, accuracy and general excellence of output ; produces
work free from errors; shows consistency of output under varying conditions.

11 Customer Focus & Service Orientation: Displays ability to strive for success of both internal &
external customers through high responsiveness and delivering value.

12 Administrative / Executive ability: Displays ability to objectively view administrative situations

and demonstrates courage in enforcing financial and personal discipline; has ability to appraise
subordinates objectively.

13 Decision Making & Flexibility: Displays ability to diagnose and analyse problems and generate
effective solutions by taking practical and calculated decisions; is open and flexible when required.

14 Planning & Organising: Displays ability to plan dynamically and implement the same for
achieving desired goals.

15 Creativity & Innovation: Develops new insights into situations; encourage new ideas and
innovations; solves problems creatively.

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 LIST OF SKILLS/COMPETENCIES TO BE ASSESSED FOR EXECUTIVES
IN GRADES E6 &E7

SN COMPETENCIES

1 Business Environment Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of economic, legal, socio-

political trends.

2 Profession Specific Knowledge: Knowledge related to profession as a whole. Knowledge which

is determined by authority & responsibility of other positions, knowledge of mission, values and
standard operating procedures, policies.

3 Making Business Decisions: Use business related data to sport effective and timely business
decisions by *Systematically gathering relevant business information *Identifying the strengths
and weaknesses of a particular business line *Recognizing opportunities or threats and acting on
them rapidly *Using business facts collected in daily decision making.

4 Vision: Develop a vision for the future of the organization by : *Grasping the meaning of trends &
interrelationships between the organization and its environment at the local, national and
international level *Identifying fundamental values and beliefs to guide the organization into the
future.

5 Systematic Thinking: Identifying connections between situations that are not obviously related
*using common sense, past experience and basic rules to identify key underlying issues
*Generating and testing hunches which may explain complex situations or problems.

6 Networking: To cultivate an informal network which may help to get things done through
*Developing contacts with people outside of the immediate work Unit *Using networks as a
source of information & support.

7 Organizing Resources: Ensure that all financial, personnel and/or other resources are in place to
meet needs by *Identifying and acquiring the resources. *Allocating and utilizing the resources in
a timely and cost effective way *Monitoring and controlling all resources required to maintain the
efficiency of operations.

8 Inspire People: To generate a sense of purpose for the work done by the organization instilling
enthusiasm, loyalty and commitment among team members at all levels of the organization
*Inspiring, motivating and guiding others towards organizational goals and objectives *Setting an
example for others by behaving in ways that are consistent with espoused beliefs and values and
the organization‟s vision and direction.

9 Team Player: To contribute to group objectives in a team environment through *Cooperating and

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 interacting well with others *Contributing actively and fully to team projects *Working
collaboratively as opposed to competitively with others *Acknowledging diverse opinions,
addressing relevant concerns and working towards consensual solutions that enhance the output of
the team.

LIST OF VALUES TO BE ASSESSED FOR EXECUTIVES IN

GRADES E1 TO E7

SN. VALUES

1 Fairness: Decisions are made objectively, free from patronage and reflect the just treatment of
employees and applicants.

2 Transparency: There is open communication about every aspect of managerial decisions which
concern people.

3 Trust: Trustworthiness leading to confidence *Allow staff the freedom to grow and develop
*Relate to others on the basis of mutual respect * Courage to stand by ones convictions.

4 Candour: Frank and forthright *Give and receive constructive criticism/suggestions *openly
discuss performance deficiencies and take corrective action *Appreciate good performance *Be
consistent in words and deeds *Face up to ones mistakes.

5 Collaboration: Working in tandem * Open in sharing information and in seeking suggestions /

opinion * Sensitive to concerns of others * Honouring commitments *Encourage team work
across departments / functions.

6 Involvement: Total commitment *Be dedicated and committed to work. *Build commitment by
encouraging wide participation in decision making process to the maximum extent possible.

7 Flexibility: Ability to participate and adapt to changing circumstances using sound judgement
*Open to accepting new ideas * Willing to learn from anyone and to do things differently
*Prepared to operate and adapt to different environments.

8 Willingness to accept challenge:*Be willing to experiment*Allow for freedom to fail, but learn
from it too.

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 9 Discipline: Adherence to accepted norms *Honour promises and adhere to agreed system
*Respect for others time and space * Exercise self control.

10 Ethical Behaviour : Demonstrate honesty and sincerity in every action *Apply sound business
and professional ethics *Show consistency with principles, values and behaviors.

S.N GENERIC ATTRIBUTES

1 Leadership Abilities: Demonstrates ability *For guiding collective decision making *For
succession planning *Crisis management and *Ability to take risks.

2 Team Building: Demonstrates effectiveness in re-organizing his/her own department *Manage

diverse and divergent views and group processes without losing sight of objectives.

3 Ability to build a strategic Vision: *Demonstrates ability to manage change *Focus on long term
issues *strategic thinking *Translate vision into goals.

4 Business Sense: *Commitment to bottom line results by enhancing revenue generation by

addressing interest of customers and stakeholders *Balancing need for viable short and long term
performance *Optimizing unit/organization‟s contribution while supporting corporate objectives
*Spotting and pursuing new business opportunities wherever possible.

5 Communication skills : Communicate ideas and information effectively and market key points
effectively through public speaking and presentation * Ability to convert ideas through action
plans and ensure acceptability within the organization and performance at Board meetings

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RESEARCH
METHODOLOGY

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 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

The research design in my case was exploratory research design, which is also known
Formulative Research Design.

The main purpose of my study was getting the opinion of people regarding the performance
appraisal system and what are the problems which are faced by the appraisees and the appraisers.

The research design in my study was flexible to provide opportunities for considering different
aspects of the problem under study.

Types of Data collected:

•Primary: First hand information was received from the employees through questionnaires
and personal interviews.

•Secondary: The data from internet was collected to get a better insight and the company‟s
manual.

SIMPLE RANDOM SAMPLING:

Simple random sampling refers to the sampling technique in which each and every item of the
population is given equal chance of being included in the sample.

Random sampling is sometimes referred to as REPRESENTATIVE SAMPLING. If the sample

is chosen at random and if the sample is sufficiently large, it will represent all groups in the
population. A random sample is also known as PROBABILITY SAMPLE because every item of
the population has equal opportunity of being selected in the sample.

Sample size:

The sample size of my project is 50.

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 OBJECTIVE OF THE PROJECT

To study the process and to understand the importance of Performance Management System in
NHPC that synchronizes the performance of the employees so as to make the work effective.

To analyze the Performance Management System of NHPC in detail and its

effectiveness.

To analyze the problems faced by the appraisee and the appraiser in this system.

To analyze the steps taken by the appraisers for the improvement of the performances of
the appraisees.

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DATA ANALYSIS
AND
INTERPRETATION

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 5- DATA ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION

1. Are you satisfied with the present performance appraisal system (E-map)?
(a) Yes [ ] (b) No [ ]

If No, then why …………………………..

40%
YES
NO
60%

Interpretation: More than half of the employees are satisfied with the present performance
appraisal system. The employees who are not satisfied are mainly from E-1 to E-3 level.

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2. Do you think the present system is effective / better than the previous appraisal system?
(a) Yes [ ] (b) No [ ]

30%

YES

NO

70%

Interpretation: 70% of employees think that the current system (e-Map) is better than the
previous system (ACR) because earlier their result was totally confidential and was not known to
them.

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3. Do you think the e-map system reduces biasness?
(a) Yes [ ] (b) No [ ]

40%
YES
NO
60%

Interpretation: 60% of the employees think that this system reduces biasness because the KRA
evaluation is transparent to each appraisee.

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4. As an appraisee do you face any problem while selecting the KRAs?
(a) Yes [ ] (b) No [ ]

20%

YES

NO

80%

Interpretation: 80% executives have no problem in selecting the KRA‟s because everything is
completely elaborated and they are given choices to choose among many of their caliber.

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5. Does your appraiser help you in selecting the KRAs?
(a) Yes [ ] (b) No [ ]

15%

YES

NO

85%

Interpretation: 85% executives are helped by their appraisers in selecting KRA‟s. This
shows the good inter personal relationship between the appraisee and the appraiser.

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6. Do you think the present list of KRAs cover all aspect of your job?
(a) Yes [ ] (b) No [ ]

25%

YES

NO

75%

Interpretation: Only 25% executives feel that the present list of KRA‟s doesn‟t cover
all aspects of their job. The Executives which are under grade E1- E3 are unsatisfied.

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7. Do you get any formal feedback regarding your performance?
(a) Yes [ ] (b) No [ ]

30%

YES

NO

70%

Interpretation: 70% executive says that they get the formal feedback regarding their
performance by their superiors regularly while carrying out their work.

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8. Do you find these steps effective / useful in your job?
(a) Yes [ ] (b) No [ ]

35%
YES

NO

65%

Interpretation: 65% executive feels that these steps are useful as they develop their skills and
competencies.

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 RESEARCH FINDINGS

Most of the appraisees find problem in selecting their KRA‟s.

Some appraisers don‟t help their appraisees in selecting the KRA‟s as they think its not
their work.

Formal feedback is given by the appraisers on day- to- day basis.

Job related training is given to the executives and they think it really helps them in their
further growth.

Most of the executives are satisfied with the current scenario of performance appraisal
as compared to older one.

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 CONCLUSION

From the research it has been concluded that most of the executives who are not satisfied with
the present performance appraisal system are the executives from E1 to E3 level as they think it
is quiet complicated. They find problems in selecting their KRA‟s from the KRA master as there
are so many KRA‟s and they have to select the KRA‟s which are related to their work.
Appraises also want that the score of Part- B of E- Map should be known to them and the basis
on which their score is given. But appraisers feel that the score of Part B should not be known to
appraises as the think it is the only way by which some how they can control the behavior of the
executive. Appraisers don‟t have any problem with this system as they are quite experienced.

Appraisers give proper feedback to their appraises on day today basis and proper training or
challenging tasks are given to improve their performance. mainly the formal training is given at
the time of joining the organization but if the employees face any problem later at the time of
their job, their superiors help them in resolving their problems at the same time.

But some appraises feel that they are not given proper feedback and even they don‟t want any
feedback as they think that they know their work very well.

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 SUGGESTIONS

a. Proper training program should be conducted about the E-Map system for the new
trainees.

b. Whenever there are any changes in the KRA‟s the executives should be informed
about it in advance.

c. Executives should be know that on what basis they performance is being measured in
Part-B as this plays an important role at the time of their promotion.

Some personality development trainings should also be provided apart from mere job oriented
training

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 LIMITATIONS

Little co-operations of some person due to conservative mind.

Some people have no time to give answer.

Sometimes people do not tell truth and fill it just for fun sake.

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