JD Birla Institute, Kolkata

J.D. Birla Institute (JDBI), Kolkata was established in the year 1962 by late Sushila Devi Birla, wife of eminent industrialist late L. N. Birla named after Smt. Jawahari Devi. The institute has completed more than 50 years and has been providing academic excellence and practical skill-set to the future generation to face global challenges and lead the country into the world of the future.

JDBI places a high value on providing girl students with fulfilling their educational experience in their chosen discipline and achieve their individual goals. JD Birla Institute, Kolkata ensures quality education with integrity, consistency and due diligence. The college witnessed the top recruiters that hired JDBI students.

For the exemplary standards that it has set over the years, it was awarded the highest grade 'A' by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The institute has grown with the needs and demands of the changing times. JDBI is a private unaided educational institution that has been sponsored by the ‘Vidya Mandir Society’, an educational trust managed by the S.K. Birla Group. The society has been headed by Birla Mr.SK Birla [Chairman],  Mrs.Sumangala Birla [President], and Mr V.N. Chaturvedi [Secretary General].

JDBI encourages female education and has been filling the gap of scientific education of women. J.D. Birla Institute courses offer various specializations in UG, PG and diploma programs through its courses. The college is affiliated to Jadavpur University, a world-renowned Center of Excellence and is recognized by UGC. The college provides a well-maintained infrastructure for enabling effective learning.

J.D. Birla Institute Quick links:

• Highlights
• Awards and Rankings
• Departments
• Courses 
• Infrastructure
• Facilities
• Scholarships
• Placements
• JDBI FAQs
• Eligibility Criteria
• Admissions

JDBI Highlights:

The highlights of JD Birla college like address, affiliations, accreditations, programs offered and many more are mentioned below:

J.D. Birla Institute Awards and Rankings:

JD Birla Institute has received many awards and rankings in and around the country for its excellence in providing education to students of the country. The list of awards and rankings are mentioned below: 

• JDBI has been ranked high amongst Institutes of higher learning in the country by several rating agencies including India Today, Career 360 and Times Magazine.
• The institute is ranked 15th among the top colleges in India offering a Fashion course.
• JD Birla college, Kolkata is ranked 6th among the Top colleges in Eastern India offering Science courses.
• JDBI has been awarded the 'India's outstanding and Innovative High-Quality Educational Institute' award.
• The college received the Gurukul award for the ‘College to Look For’ by Lions Club of Kolkata in 2007
• The Institute awarded the Gurukul award for Best Maintained College by Lions Club of Kolkata in 2008.
• JDBI received the Gurukul award for Best Upcoming College by Lions Club of Kolkata in 2010.
• JDBI, Kolkata received Best Discipline College award by The Bengal Rowing Club during the Inter College Rowing Championship 2017.
• The institute awarded Best Dressed College by Bengal Rowing Club in 2018.

J.D. Birla Institute Departments:

The Institute has two departments namely, the Department of Science and Commerce that provides various programs. A detailed introduction of the departments is mentioned below:

Department of Science:

All the B.Sc. courses offered by JDBI are based on applied sciences and are geared to meet the emerging needs and challenges of contemporary society as they respond well to the evolving global standards. With a change in attitude towards women’s education and with increasing importance placed on job-oriented education, the field of applied sciences is considered essential today. The department syllabi and curricula are updated under the University Grant Commission [UGC] guidelines. The courses offered by department enable each student with ample opportunities to assess their abilities, aptitudes, and interest and introduces them to a world of jobs and careers. JDBI's Department of Science offers various B.Sc and M.Sc courses.

Department of Commerce:

JDBI built a department of commerce to provide basic training to students in all major subjects, such as Finance, Marketing, Human Resource, Entrepreneurship and Accounting Practices along with training in computer and soft skills. Further, the course also prepares students for professional courses such as MBA, CA, CS, and other courses. Recently the department has been upgraded to include specializations in the final year.  A student can thus opt for any one of the following specializations– ‘Accounting & Finance’, ‘Marketing’ or ‘Banking & Insurance’. 

JDBI Courses:

JD Birla Institute, Kolkata offers various undergraduate, postgraduate and diploma programs. Few major courses like B.Sc, M.Sc, M.Com, and other courses.

J.D. Birla College Infrastructure:

The Conductive teaching and learning environment is provided through a well-secured, neat and clean campus, air-conditioned lecture rooms equipped with LCD projectors, state-of-the-art laboratories and required supporting systems. JDBI facilities are impressive ensures student-focus. JD Birla Institute, Kolkata West Bengal provides a dedicated and well-qualified faculty for effective course delivery to students. The teaching is based on the lectures and seminar and project work that provides practical hands-on experiences and prepares students to face the challenges of a rapidly-changing world.

J.D. Birla Institute Facilities:

Library:

The JDBI library is automated and has an impressive collection of learning resources including books, journals, periodicals magazines, newspapers and reference materials covering all the fields of applied science and commerce for all the undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The library also provides good audio-video resources. JDBI Library is known as the Learning Resource Center [LRC]. The LRC is fully automated through KOHA with OPAC facility. JD Birla college provides 8 computers terminals for students to search for the resources available at the internet-annexed room where they can also freely browse on the internet and prepare presentations. LRC offers a separate Research journal section creating an appropriate environment for a literature survey and research centre.

Laboratories:

JD Birla Institute, Kolkata West Bengal offers various laboratories for practical learning of students. These laboratories will enable the effective learning of students. JDBI hired well qualified and dedicated faculties for lab guidance. The laboratories of JDBI are as follows:

1. Bio-Chemistry Lab
2. Physiology Lab
3. Microbiology Lab 
4. Computer Lab
5. Diet Clinic
6. Nutrition Lab
7. Sewing and Pattern Making Lab
8. Dyeing, Printing and Processing Lab
9. Draping Studio
10. Weaving Studio
11. CAD Studio
12. Instrumentation Lab
13. Chemistry Lab
14. Drawing Studio
15. Design Studio
16. Garden for Recycled Waste

Accidental Insurance:

JDBI offers accidental insurance to students during the period of their studentship for any accident that may occur in course of and out of their studentship. Students can register for this facility on the college campus by submitting valid information.

Cells:

JDBI is a Women's college which means that the safety and other requirements are necessary for the betterment of students. The college offers several such cells working on the college campus to hear from them and provide a helping hand. The cell-like Sexual Harassment Cell, Student's Grievance Cell, Anti-Ragging Cell are working for the betterment of girl's education.

Other Facilities:

1. WiFi campus
2. 250 seater Convention Centre for seminars and special lectures
3. Common student's recreational area 
4. Cafeteria
5. Infirmary
6. Playground
7. Workshops
8. Industrial Visit
9. Career Councilling
10. Special Lectures
11. Field Visit
12. Educational Excursion.

JDBI Scholarships:

JDBI, Kolkata offers various scholarship facilities. Freeship [waiver of tuition fees] is granted by the Management based on the merit and financial status of the students. JD Birla scholarship can be in the form of freeship may also be granted to students with a proven record of representing the State/Country in any co-curricular or extra-curricular activities. To avail of this facility, students should fill the prescribed form available at the college office and submit the same to the Principal’s office at least two months before the commencement of the next semester along with the required documents. The scholarship is also offered for the topper in higher semesters of all the courses. Students can apply for the scholarship by downloading the application form on the college website.

J.D. Birla Institute Placements:

The Placement Cell of JDBI assists students for placement opportunities and counselling. JD Birla Institute Placement officers liaisons with various organizations for the placement of students. Also, various institutes visit the college for recruitment. Campus interviews are conducted for the students. JDBI students also get recruited in the organization that they visit for internships. 

Top Recruiters:

1. Phoenix
2. Godrej
3. Pepperfry
4. Design Studio
5. Fbb
6. AARTEG
7. Ensoie

J.D. Birla Institute FAQs:

• What is the address of J.D. Birla Institute?
  -The address of J.D. Birla Institute is 11, Lower Rawdon Street, Kolkata - 700020.

• What is the admission procedure for B.Sc in Interior Designing in J.D. Birla Institute?
  -Only female candidates are eligible for taking admission in B.Sc courses and the admission process includes, visit the institute to get the application form or apply online>submit the form with all necessary details.

• What are the facilities provided to students at J.D. Birla Institute?
  -There is a wide array of facilities for the students of this Institute. There are laboratories, a library, 250 seater Convention Centre, playground, cafeteria, infirmary, and many more.

• What are the other courses offered by J.D. Birla Institute?
  -The other courses offered by the Institute are B.Sc in Food Science & Nutrition Management, Human Development, Interior Designing, Textile Science Clothing & Fashion Studies, M.Sc in Food & Nutrition, PGD in Dietetics & Applied Nutrition, B.Com and M.Com.

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