The metamorphosis of this college in Kolkata, from its being a hesitant entry into the vocation of Home Science to its now being a professionally oriented multi-departmental centre of excellence in education is inspiring.
The late Sushila Devi Birla, wife of the late L N Birla, the industrialist, had a vision to establish the Smt. Jawahari Devi Birla Institute of Home Science in June 1962. The department of commerce was formed in 1997. The department of business administration was established in 2002 and the institute was renamed JD Birla Institute.
It is a full-fledged institution providing graduate, postgraduate and doctoral degrees, with affiliation to Jadavpur University.
Both the Home Science and Commerce departments cater to girls but the latest BBA (Hons) and the Management course is co-educational.
The campus is buzzing with energy. The discussions vary from the latest fashion to inter-department debates over a round of delicious Pucchka at the canteen.
There is usually an intense game of table tennis on at the common room and badminton matches are popular over winters. It is a college where extra-curricular activities are just as important as academics.
The college does not believe in fests but it puts up an annual show for teachers, family and fellow batchmates. The theme of the annual show is always culture. The costumes of the annual show are tailored by the very own Textile Department of the College. The college regularly organizes trips to various places in India as well as abroad. The students organize in-house fates once a year, just to relax and take a break from the stressful semesters, which take place every six months.
Inter-department sports competition is held annually, with students from Commerce, BBA, MBA, Home Science departments take active participation.
Claim to fame
JD Birla Institute was awarded the College to Look Out For by the Lions Club of Calcutta, Mother Teresa Sarani in 2007.
For effective learning JDBI has provided the students with modern infrastructural facilities based on scientific principles which address the basic physical as well as academic requirements of it students.
The college has a well-equipped library with over 9000 books. Computers are available where students can search the net for academic purpose. For practical aspects of the course of study there are 16 laboratories.
The college boasts of two auditoriums for various programs and seminars and Audio-Visual Room for presentations. The college also recruits trained educational as we as psychological counsellors for rendering help to the students. A health centre with trained personals and doctor is always at the service of the students and the faculty members for any kind of medical emergency.
Saheli Dhol, an ex-student says, " It was one of the best years which I have spent in my life. I have spent wonderful time here among my batch mates and a caring faculty. This college not only has taken care of my academic needs but also has given me imperative environment for effective learning."
· Final B Sc in Home Science (Hons)(Composite Home Science Section)
· Final B Sc in Home Science (Hons)(Food and Nutrition)
· Final B Sc In Home Science (Hons) (Human Development Section)
· Final B Sc in Home Science (Hons)(Resource Management Section)
· Final BSc in Home Science (Hons)(Textile Science and Clothing)
· Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics and Applied Nutrition
· MSc in Home Science with specialization in Composite Home Science
· MSc in Home Science with specialization in Resource Management
· MSc in Home Science with specialization in Human Development
Students seeking admission should have an aggregate of 50 per cent. They should have passed mathematics and science in their board examination. This exam can be from any boards or council recognised by Jadavpur University.
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