JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, formerly known as JSS University, is a Deemed to be University located in Mysuru, Karnataka. It was established in 2008 under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956 and is part of JSS Mahavidyapeetha, which runs a variety of educational institutions. This deemed-to-be university is recognized by Ministry of Education and accredited by NAAC with A+ Grade (3.48 CGPA). JSS AHER has been graded as Category-I Deemed-to-be University by UGC

The Deemed to be University has been focusing on teaching, research and health services since its inception. Under the leadership and gracious Patronage and Blessings of His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji, the Chancellor of JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Pro Chancellor, Dr. B.Suresh, a noted multifaceted leader of repute and Vice Chancellor, Dr. Surinder Singh , an acclaimed Administrator, the Deemed to be University has made great progress in grooming graduates, postgraduates, and Ph.D. researchers by providing effective value based education across our institutions by focusing on overall development of an individual through state-of-art facilities to make the learner a useful citizen to the society

National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Ministry of Education ranked JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research 37th rank among 957 Universities in India in 2018

JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research was ranked in the Rankband of 401 - 500 in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Ranking 2019

JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research has been awarded QS 4-Stars rating in excellence by QS - Quacquarelli Symonds from the UK in 2018.

It is also the first institution in the state of Karnataka to receive this recognition and first to receive 4 Star among the Health Science based Institution in India.

Department of Higher Education, Government of Karnataka rated JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysuru as a four-star institution with a Score of 711 out of 1000 and was first among Young Universities in Karnataka in 2017.

JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research (JSS AHER) is focused on medical and health-related studies, and comprises JSS Medical College, JSS Dental College & Hospital and JSS College of Pharmacy at the main campus in Mysuru as well as another pharmacy college in Ootacamund, Tamil Nadu. With a view to extend the horizons in the field of Health Sciences, the Department of Water and Health (Faculty of Life Sciences) and Department of Health System Management Studies have been integrated as Deemed-to-be University Departments.

Today, more than 600 faculty members instruct approximately 2000 undergraduate and graduate students and around 300 research scholars. JSS AHER generous financial aid program ensures that talented students from all economic backgrounds can afford quality education. A vast range of educational, cultural, social and extra-curricular activities are available to students, faculty and staff. Campus life activities are built around the concepts of encouraging each member to express his or her talents and to respect all members of our pluralistic culture.

JSS AHER has also played a pivotal role in ensuring that the students and faculty benefit through wide-ranging international tie-ups. The institutions have collaborations with reputed universities, industrial and research organizations. These include International collaboration with La Trobe University- Australia, Khon Kaen University -Thailand, University of Southern Nevada and Long Island University - USA, AIMST University – Malaysia, Howard University - Washington DC, University of Illinois at Chicago - USA, AlfaGene Biosciences Inc – USA, National Institutes of Health - USA, Oman Medical College – Oman, etc.

A wide range of international study and research opportunities are available to both undergraduate and graduate students, including the chance to conduct research abroad. JSS AHER also supports the students interested in individual or group curricular projects abroad. International alumni groups help the JSS AHER to build global networks. Multidimensional partnerships with faculty and institutions around the world help foster the flow of ideas. Faculty members collaborate with colleagues throughout the world to carry out important, cutting-edge research under various scholarships.

The research outputs have supported high impact publication in premier scientific journals and have contributed new knowledge to the understanding of newer drugs, therapy and treatment through innovations and patent. There is a wealth of knowledge that is being generated every single day in the field of molecular biology through the centre of excellence of Molecular Biology and Natural Product Research to address important societal problems. JSS AHER combines leading medical research and compassionate patient care to face the world’s most pressing medical challenges. Major Research Grants from National Funding Agencies reveal the quality of the programs offered.

Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), USA certification for our Pharm D programme and accreditation from National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and ISO-9001:2015 certification reflects on the quality education system both nationally and internationally. TIFAC-CORE in herbal drugs approved by DST, BA/BE centre approved by DCGI, Drug Testing Laboratory approved by State Government, Faculty Training Centre, Industry Institution Interaction Cell, Entrepreneurship Cell approved by AICTE are the active centres of research. Centre for Advanced Drug Research and Testing (CADRAT) of the pharmacy college is recognized for its expertise in industrial/academic consultancy that provides opportunity for problem-based learning.

JSS AHER has a sharp focus on attracting the best researchers and research scholars by providing them with comprehensive support and motivation. Internationally renowned academicians, management experts, corporate consultants and entrepreneurs have always been associated with us helping us make great strides in research as well as enhancing the employability of our students. Industry interaction at JSS AHER is of a high degree, thanks to its world-class Advisory Board consisting of top-notch leaders in academics and research from across the world. Our alumni as CEOs, Entrepreneurs, and leading academicians/researchers are our brand ambassadors both nationally and globally.

Outreach programs inculcate the social and professional responsibilities while personality development programs, sports, cultural and literary activities facilitate holistic development of students.

Thus, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research cater to Medical, Dental, Pharmacy, Life sciences and Health system management professionals with knowledge, skills and competencies at global standards with imbibed core values of respect, professionalism, leadership and social responsibilities to meet the health care needs of mankind. The JSS institutions have had a long-standing legacy in advancing education with both the preparation of educators and the advancement of research and scholarship. Renowned as a destination of learning, research and service the reputation of JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research has become synonymous with quality education in India and abroad.

JSS AHER has also broadened its physical boundaries through overseas campuses and centres. Spanning 3 international locations, these venues enhance opportunities for collaboration with universities, research institutes, and cultural organizations abroad; meet the needs of a growing number of faculty and students for research support and other opportunities; and engage alumni throughout each region.

Today, the JSS AHER’s interdisciplinary approach to world-changing research and insatiable commitment to rigorous inquiry remain core values and help lead the country in scientific and technological innovation. The Institution is also sparking change that will impact the future generations to come by working in partnership with policymakers and practitioners worldwide, bringing improvements to people’s lives in real time.

JSS AHER embraces the challenges of the 21st Century by building new bridges across old boundaries. These bridges include new educational programs and interdisciplinary studies, strategic partnerships with private and public R&D centres that pool resources and promote innovative research and new international relationships.

Core Values, Vision and Mission

Core Values
JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research will continue to be guided by the legacy and sustaining principles of Sri Suttur Math and the JSS Mahavidyapeetha through:

Ethical Standards - Meeting the highest ethical standards of professionalism to achieve excellence in academic and research activities supporting health and environment, thus benefiting society.

Mutual Respect - Affirming and protecting the rights, dignity and integrity of each member of diverse community by embracing the social ecological and economic impact.

Student Centric - Fostering a student-centric environment and providing student centred, interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary, collaborative, innovative program leading to professional excellence.

Responsiveness - Serving the needs of the society and "Touching the lives of millions" through community care and outreach programs.

Vision
To provide education that helps transformation of individuals and society.

Mission
The Mission of JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research is to expand the boundaries of education and to make the most amazing learning possible by:

Providing superior undergraduate, graduate and professional education to its students.
Developing and advancing the talents of students to create applicable knowledge.
Nurturing translational and transformational research that benefit the society.
Inspiring to excel in health sciences delivery and care.

MBBS and MD-MS courses, Candidates are selected on the basis of NEET score card. Selections to UG and PG Pharmacy courses are done on the basis of Entrance Examination conducted by the institute itself. For other PG courses selection is done on the basis of qualifying examination NEET PG.

Placement Cell

JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research ( JSS AHER ) with its training and placement cell have facilitated sighting of fresh and promising human resources for the life sciences industry. Around 75 per cent of the students opt for enrollment into the training and placement and are suitably employed in leading pharma, Ayurveda, biotech companies, Hospitals across the country.

The key advantage for the life sciences industry is that JSS AHER Constituent colleges are ISO certified institutions and are part of the NAAC accredited JSS AHER. The office of the training and placement is to impart the hands on training and provide opportunities to the students of Pharmacy, Management, Life Science, Medical, Dental and Biomedical Sciences.

There are several collaborations with the industry not just to hire students but for industry-academia exchange programs also. The office of the Training and Placement is headed by Deputy Director – Academic since 2014. The office coordinates the meetings with constituent colleges thrice annually in order to understand the requirements of the students for the employment and the projects. The training and Placement office reports into the Vice Chancellor – JSS AHER. Each coordinator from the constituent college will be responsible to collate data of the students who are interested to pursue the career in life sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Hospital Administration.

Student Scholarship Portal
Karnataka Labour Welfare Board Scholarship
The Karnataka Labour Welfare Fund is constituted for financing and conducting activities to promote welfare of contributing employees covered under the Karnataka Labour Welfare Act, 1965. The employees working in various industries, their dependents and children are eligible for the welfare schemes.

SSP Post Matric Scholarship
An Integrated State Scholarship Portal (SSP) is developed by Center for e-Governance, GoK for sanctioning of Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship under various Schemes of Government of Karnataka. SSP does Direct Benefit Transfer into Aadhaar seeded account of the student.

National Scholarship Portal
National Scholarships Portal is one-stop solution through which various services starting from student application, application receipt, processing, sanction and disbursal of various scholarships to Students are enabled. National Scholarships Portal is taken as Mission Mode Project under National e-Governance Plan (NeGP)

Study In India
The Indian education system began with ancient scriptures thousands of years ago. It has now transformed into modern-day education imparted in the finest of institutions. The network of 42,000+ colleges and 1000+ universities have aided India to become an attractive education hub for international students. The same richness of Indian higher education needed due focus and led to the birth of the idea of the Study in India programme.

Tata Trusts
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Campus Facilities

Virutal Tour & Physical Facilities

We have ensured that Students get many of the Campus Facilities required by them for making their stay memorable and productive.

The Campus has Internet browsing facilities at Digital Libraries, Meeting Rooms, Reception areas of the Hostels and other suitable locations to enable access the digitized Curricula.
The Campus has a Bank Branch and an ATM to help in financial transactions needed.
Canteens & Restaurants are located ideally to help students and their parents.
Each College in the Campus is well equipped with Laboratories required for the Practicals
Students and Faculty have been provided with exclusive Parking lots for their vehicles
The Campus has a 24 Hours Security Service
The Campus has a well equipped gymnasium to cater to the needs of the Students and Staff

Sports:
The college has many facilities like enough space for playing the games viz., Outdoor: Cricket, Football, Kabaddi,Volley ball, Basket Ball, Throw Ball, Tennikoit, Ball Badminton and Athletic track, Indoor: Table tennis, Chess, Carrom, Shuttle Badminton and recreation Hall, multistation Gym hall. . A permanent multipurpose sports ground on par with National standards is there in the campus.

Athletic TrackMultipurpose Gym Table Tennis Court Volley Ball Court

Disabled Access
Facilities Provided for Physically Challenged
For the physically challenged personal the following facilities are made available in the college campus.

Wheel Chairs
Stretches
Ramps provided in all the floors of the college and hostel
Suitable toilets provided in college and hostels
Lift facilities available

Hostels for Men & Women
Students have exclusive hostels for men and women with spacious, comfortable, well-furnished rooms with all modern amenities, hygienic kitchens, nutritious food, and a 24-hour security system at any/all JSSU colleges. Students wishing to stay in these hostels are advised to apply in the prescribed forms. The campus has a bank and an ATM kiosk, plus a post office and a healthcare clinic. Leisure time spaces such as reading and television lounges are also available.

Hostel Facilities

JSS Medical College, Mysuru
Hostel / Accommodation for Under Graduate & Postgraduate Students
Students have exclusive hostels for Boys and Girls with spacious, comfortable, well-furnished rooms with all modern amenities, hygienic kitchens, nutritious food, and portable RO water source is provided for drinking. Each hostel block has a separate pantry and laundry facility. Students wishing to stay in these hostels are advised to apply in the prescribed forms. The boarders are having Indoor and outdoor sports facilities and ample reading room facility. Round the clock security guards (Male & Female for respective hostels) as well as CCTV cameras are placed for continuous monitoring and vigilance for the safety of students.

We have separate hostel facilities for Postgraduate students and residents outside the campus with good accommodation and catering facilities. Solar emergency source is utilized for heating and cooking purpose in the hostel.

TRANSPORT
JSS Academy of Technical Education is situated in serene location at about 12 KM from main city center. It takes about an hour to reach the college in normal traffic condition.

At present, the institute is operating buses in three routes to provide transportation services for both students and staff from different parts of the city. Buses are hired on annual contract basis from M/s. Sathyasai Tourists. The institute is located on Banashakari - Kengeri main road. Plenty of BMTC buses are plying via college to important places like Banashankari, Konanakunte Metro station, Electronics City, Kengeri, Majestic, Jayanagar, etc. Some of the major BMTC transit lines have routes that pass near our college are 375 (from Banashankari to Kengeri), 375D (from Banashankari to Kengeri), 378 (from Electronics city to Kengeri).