Jagran Lakecity University (JLU)

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Overview

Jagran Lakecity University (JLU) Bhopal is a state private university established under Section 2(f) of UGC Act 1956 and is based out of Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.

JLU Bhopal is one of the fastest growing and one of the most awarded universities of Central India having practice-based pedagogy at its core. Currently, the university is offering 50+ degree programs under 6 faculties to more than 2500 students and has a strong alumni network of over 3000 graduates from 8 countries and 27 states of India.

JLU Bhopal is the only participating university from Central India to the ERASMUS+ programme under the Tuning India Project, funded by the European Commission and is also currently the country chair for Association of Universities of Asia Pacic (AUAP).

JLU became the rst university in MP & CG to be awarded the DIAMOND rating by QS I-Gauge, an International Rating agency in June 2021. Recently EducationWorld ranked JLU as the No. 1 University in M.P. and No. 15 in India under Multidisciplinary University Category. Furthermore, E-Learning Excellence for Academic Digitization (E-Lead) Certication by QS was bestowed on JLU for its state of the art digital infrastructure in the year 2020.

JLU has been presented with the ‘University of the Year' award by the Government of Madhya Pradesh for ve consecutive years from 2015 to 2019 and has also been recognized as a Global League Institution in 2015 at the House of Commons, London, UK

Jagran Lakecity University has a pristine campus which is spread over a vast area of 232 acres. The campus is surrounded by lush green forest from three sides, making it a beautiful place to stay. The University is only 15 minutes away from the city center and provides students with a safe and secure environment to stay in.

The university campus has 14 ultra-modern academic blocks consisting of classrooms, auditorium and labs established for training students. It has a 28,000 sqft Pyramid shape library giving students access to more than 42,000 books and journals. The campus is completely Wi-Fi enabled and secured with CCTV cameras.

JLU believes in an all-round development of its students and hence offers various sports and recreational facilities on the campus. The facilities range from a modern gym, 25 meters swimming pool, dance studios, drama theatres, football and basketball courts. It also consists of a dedicated student lounge which gives access to indoor games and is a fun area for the students on campus.

Overall the campus is large enough to be exciting, yet somehow small enough to make you feel like you belong on it

Courses Offered

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Admissions

Applicants are required to satisfy the University’s eligibility criteria with respect to:

  • Minimum Percentage of Marks in concerned optional subjects or an aggregate of all subjects, as required
  • Minimum Age completion at the time of admission as stipulated by the concerned University
  • Applicants are advised to verify and ensure the eligibility criteria as per the program specification.

 

Scholarship

Academic Scholarships

Faculty of Journalism & Creative Studies

Tuition Fees Wavier 100% 75% 50%
Eligibility for UG 12th Board 92% and Above 12th Board 87% to 91.99% 12th Board 82% to 86.99%
No. of Scholarships 3 5 10
       
Eligibility for PG 8.5 CGPA and Above NA 7.5 - 8.49 CGPA and Above
No. of Scholarships 5 NA 5

Note :

  • Students have to clear a round of Group Discussion and Personal Interview for being awarded the above scholarships.
  • All students eligible for scholarship under the above-mentioned criteria are supposed to submit a Statement of Purpose for the same.
  • All scholarships are applicable only on first year's tuition fees.

Faculty of Management & Commerce

Tuition Fees Wavier 100% 75% 50%
Eligibility for UG
(except BBA / B.Com)
12th Board 92% and Above 12th Board 87% to 91.99% 12th Board 82% to 86.99%
No. of Scholarships 3 5 10
       
Eligibility for MBA CAT / XAT 85 Percentile and Above CAT / XAT 70-84.99 Percentile Graduation CGPA 7.5 till Final Semester
  CMAT/MAT/ATMA 90 Percentile and Above CMAT/MAT/ATMA 85-89.99 Percentile Scholarship Exam
  GMAT 600 and Above GMAT 500-599  
No. of Scholarships 10 10 10

Note :

  • Students have to clear a round of Group Discussion and Personal Interview for being awarded the above scholarships.
  • All students eligible for scholarship under the above mentioned criteria are supposed to submit a Statement of Purpose for the same.
  • All scholarships are applicable only on first year's tuition fees.

Faculty of Law

Tuition Fees Wavier 100% 75% 50%
Eligibility for UG CLAT AIR upto 3500 NA CLAT AIR 3501 - 4000
NA LSAT 90 Percentile and Above NA

LAST 89.99 - 80 Percentile

No. of Scholarships 10 NA 20
       
Eligibility for PG NA NA CLAT PG AIR Upto 3000
No. of Scholarships NA NA 5

Note :

  • Students have to clear a round of Personal Interview for UG Eligibilty and a Group Discussion and Personal Interview for PG Eligibility of the above scholarships.
  • All students eligible for scholarship under the above mentioned criteria are supposed to submit a Statement of Purpose for the same.
  • All scholarships are applicable only on first year's tuition fees.

The LSAT—India™ 2021 applicant with the highest score enrolled in JLU School of Law shall be awarded a Scholarship for an amount equivalent to the tuition fee for one academic year.
To promote quality, access, and equity in law and education worldwide, LSAC Global will offer two scholarships:

  • The LSAT—India™ 2021 Topper Scholarship
  • The Shamnad Basheer Access to Justice Essay Scholarship

JLU School of Engineering & Technology

Tuition Fees Wavier 100% 75% 50%
Eligibility for UG JEE Score 90 and Above JEE Score 80-89.99 JEE Score 75 - 79.99
  12th Board 92% and Above 12th Board 87% to 91.99% 12th Board 80% to 86.99%
No. of Scholarships 5 10 15

Note :

  • Students have to clear a round of Personl Interview for being awarded the above scholarships.
  • All students eligible for scholarship under the above mentioned criteria are supposed to submit a Statement of Purpose for the same.
  • All scholarships are applicable only on first year's tuition fees.

All Other UG Programs

Tuition Fees Wavier 100% 75% 50%
Eligibility 12th Board 92% and Above 12th Board 87% to 91.99% 12th Board 82% to 86.99%
No. of Scholarships 5 10 15

Note :

  • Students have to clear a round of Personl Interview for being awarded the above scholarships.
  • All students eligible for scholarship under the above mentioned criteria are supposed to submit a Statement of Purpose for the same.
  • All scholarships are applicable only on first year's tuition fees.

All Other PG Programs

Tuition Fees Wavier 100% 75% 50%
Eligibility 8.5 CGPA or Equivalent NA 8.0 - 8.49 CGPA or Equivalent
No. of Scholarships 5   5

Note :

  • Students have to clear a round of Personl Interview for being awarded the above scholarships.
  • All students eligible for scholarship under the above mentioned criteria are supposed to submit a Statement of Purpose for the same.
  • All scholarships are applicable only on first year's tuition fees.

Additional Note :

  • All scholarship will be on Year 1 Tuition Fee only.
  • Scholarship in MBA is only basis of CAT / MAT / GMAT.

Sports Scholarships

Tuition Fees Wavier 100% 75% 50%
Eligibility International Players National Medal Winners* National Participation

*Note: Age should not be more than 23 years as on 01 July 2021
Scholarship is only given in Swimming, Badminton, Cricket, Football and Shooting.

Students applying for Sports Scholarship will have to undergo fitness and skill test.

*Recognized By: Indian Olympic Association / Recognized Associations of respective sport. Continuation of Sports Scholarship for an academic session will be based on the students’ performance in that respective sport in the previous academic year only..

Accomodation

Living on campus is the best way to get the most out of your university experience. Campus accommodation provides the full spectrum of University life all in one safe and friendly place. Our campuses are the perfect place to enhance your studies. They are conveniently situated to essential facilities and amenities and offer plenty of social activities to get involved in.

Student Accommodation

At Jagran Lakecity University, when you are among the many students coming from all across the country to live on campus, a hostel becomes your second home and fellow hostelites become your family. Jagran Lakecity University has made sure that you have cherishing and fun-filled years of your stay at the hostels and it becomes not your home away from home but a home as much as home.

The university offers comprehensive hostel facilities for boys and girls separately within the campus and outside respectively. With dedicated hostel warden and faculty members staying on campus, the university student accommodation is a highly secure environment so that the students stay comfortably and focus on their academics and overall development.The Student Enrichment Hub at Chandanpura has a modern hostel, which has 3 blocks and 14 floors where students can avail single, double or triple occupancy, a/c and non a/c rooms as per their preference. The rooms are fully furnished, properly ventilated and adequately sunlit during the day. The off-campus accommodation of JLU offers double and triple occupancy rooms and can house 70+ students; bus service is available for travelling to and from campuses.

The life in hostels enables students to spend ample time in the university campus, utilize the library and other facilities to ensure they develop academically and acquire the necessary skills that can be obtained only through experience. On every floor of residential blocks, common rooms are available for the hostelites, equipped with Television sets, Sofas and small Pantry, where they can watch sports, movies, play board games or just recharge their social batteries by spending time leisurely.

Highlights of the On-Campus Accommodation

  • - Full secured CCTV campus with fire safety and regular patrolling
  • - 400 Mbps Wi-Fi enabled campus
  • - Gym & Swimming Pool for Students and Staff
  • - Extended access to Library & Labs
  • - Shuttle Bus Service around the city
  • - Celebration of Festivals, Birthdays and National Holidays
  • - Secured ATM
  • - Infirmary for medical emergency
  • - Personalized software based Laundry Service
  • - Pick & Drop service from Airport & Railway Stations

Career Opportunities

Jagran Lakecity University feels extremely proud to state that our Institute has been able to provide generative and skilled human resources to navigate the country's growth engine. The University has placed over 80% of students in various companies across the globe. Jagran Lakecity University has had an inspiring and commendable placement record over the years. Students have been successfully placed across various industrial verticals including the top MNCs and Financial Institutions. The placement record is achieved through a dedicated placements team that strives hard to bring the best companies and offers on campus. Apart from being offered lucrative and strong packages, the students are also given challenging profiles within these well-known and sought-after companies. Several leading companies from all sectors are invited by the Career Development Centre on the campus at regular intervals, where the students are aided to go through the entire selection process. The entire process is governed by the student's ability and performance, as well as the eligibility and norms of the Industry.


Preparation and Training

Placement training plays a major role in shaping up the career goals of students. It is the dream of every student to get placed in a top organization visiting their campus for recruitment. Keeping this key aspect into consideration, it is realized that training is important for students to enhance their employability skills and achieve good placement in various Industries.

At present, the competition for employment is increasing every day and placement has become a challenging task. Training of students and equipping them with life skills has become an important responsibility of the institution. Along with technical expertise, development of a holistic personality is also necessary. To meet out these requirements, a fully fledged training cell is operating in our university to enhance the capabilities of graduates on par with the industry standards.

Student Support

Sports Facilities

JLU believes in an all-round development of its students and hence offers different sports and recreational facilities on the campus. The facilities range from a modern gym, 25 meters swimming pool, cricket practice wickets, futsal arena to football ground and basketball courts. It also has a dedicated student lounge which provides access to indoor games

  • - Gymnasium - Our state-of-the-art Gymnasium has cardiovascular equipment including treadmills and ellipticals. We also have dumbbells, z-rods, leg presses, bench presses and multiple-weight training equipment. In addition to this, we have a free weights section as well as a stretching area for your essential cool-down or foam-rolling session. The gym tactically overlooks the clear blue swimming pool which entices an individual to exercise in this pristine environment.
  • - Recreation Center - Opened in 2019, the Recreation Center is designed to house all the non-athletic games and activities. The center has board games, a pool table, and an indoor multipurpose hall with judo mats and martial arts gear that helps the Jagranites to stay physically fit. University also uses the center to conduct a range of classes, including Yoga, Zumba, Dance classes, and more. The staff and day boarders can access the center at allotted times and hostellers get a subscription to the center and gym as an added benefit for boarding on campus.


Library

The library is unarguably the most important academic facility of any university. Jagran Lakecity University has gone far and beyond to make sure that its library is one of a kind. The primary library at JLU Student Enrichment Hub is an iconic 90 feet tall PYRAMID, which is the only functional pyramid used for academic purposes in India. Spread over28000 sq. ft. the structure houses 35000 books and has a subscription of 30+ monthly and annual journals and magazines. The Pyramid has a quiet reading area for 100 students and also gives access to vast reading resources online. The students and staff at JLU are provided access credentials to ‘McGraw Hill E-Books’ which additionally opens millions of books, journals, research papers, and much more. The Faculty of Law houses a separate ‘Mini-Library’ in Block C, which has around 2000 hardcover books, and students of law, are provided access to thousands of legal resources online.

The library at the main Mugaliyachap campus of JLU houses over 8000 books, magazines, and journals. It also has 25 computer systems that serve the purpose of an E-Library for the learners. The library is at Block A and has a subscription to 8 annual and monthly journals, especially from the Engineering and Hospitality sector.


Auditoriums

Jagran Lakecity University has a student-centric approach at its core. Especially for a practice-based curriculum, the students need to showcase their art in front of a large audience. JLU has 4 ultra-modern auditoriums which fulfill the purpose. These gathering hubs are also a place for the JLU community to get together for events and host celebrities, speakers, and academicians from all around the world. TEDx JLU 2019 was conducted in the Block C auditorium at SEH Chandanpura, which has a seating capacity of 260 and a 3 feet tall stage, the largest on the campus. Apart from it, JLU has an auditorium hall in Block A that can host 110 attendees at once and a theatre in Block E – Shri Gurudev Gupta Media Studios that can host 70 people for a memorable audiovisual experience. At the Mugalia Chhap Campus, Block C has a dedicated auditorium for a gathering of 100+ which is extensively used to host the events and functions of SOET & SOHT.

All the auditoriums at JLU are Wi-Fi enabled with a projector and a white screen for practical purposes. These gathering halls are digitally accustomed to holding video conferences and webinars for all the attendees, with an amazing acoustic experience.


GD Rooms

Jagran Lakecity University establishes itself as a practice-based university, and hence research is at the forefront of our curriculum. Labs and Group Discussion rooms are essential pieces of infrastructure to promote fruitful discussions and intelligent conversations.

JLU has 7 dedicated GD/ conference rooms for students and staff. These rooms, spread between two campuses, have accommodation capacity varying from 12-30. All the rooms are Wi-Fi enabled, with large screens and projectors for display and surround sound-enabled audio. The rooms are equipped with microphones to enhance the speaker’s audio and have high-definition cameras for enabling video conferencing, especially with partner universities abroad.


Mess facility

The University’s dining hall through its modern kitchen and a seating capacity for 180 people is designed to cater for students & staff with hygienically cooked, mouthwatering dishes. The hostelites indulge in nutritious food 4 times a day and the mess will not let you miss your home-cooked meal. The best part about the mess at Jagran Lakecity University is that the student committee along with faculty members decides the menu for every semester. Thus, when students and administrators join hands to improve the food on campus, the mess is no longer a monotonous place with boring food.


Food Courts

For the foodies, our campus has a lively eating space, called ‘APPETITE’. It has 5 food outlets where you can indulge yourself in delightful cuisines from around the globe. Food is an opportunity for a university to define its culture and APPETITE is just that - a melting point for the entire university to come, sit together as one single community and enjoy the food.
 

JLU Student Clubs (JSCs)

JLU Student Clubs (JSCs) are made to address the interests and needs of Students' physical fitness, mental clarity, and emotional stability. JSC is responsible for making sure that students are involved in extracurricular activities after their academic sessions. These clubs are student-led with the support of faculty mentor(s). JSCs are run by the Communications Team at JLU.

The clubs have a monthly activity calendar that is public on the website https://jlu.edu.in/studentclubs At the end of the academic year, university awards the most active club and its members for its innovative and engaging events based on number of events, student engagement level, and overall quality of these events. Also, since it is a student-led initiative, students at JLU will hold three positions within the club i.e. President, Vice President, and Treasurer. The election information for the year can be collected from the respective mentors of the club.

  • - Sport & Adventure Club - The Sport & Adventure Club is an integral part of Jagran Lakecity University’s Campus Recreation. It fills the void between academics, recreation and outdoors.. Sport & Adventure Club gives the university community an opportunity to participate in competitive sports activities, learn new skills, improve skill levels, and enjoy the recreational and social fellowship derived from sports involvement.
  • - Photography Club - Photography Club of Jagran Lakecity University provides club members with a variety of opportunities to explore the many different aspects of photography. You will not need a fancy camera to participate in Photography Club; you can use your phone or any other photo-taking device you may have. You will learn tips and tricks for making the most of your cameras, techniques for taking different kinds of images, and editing methods for creating awesome final products. Many of our club activities will consist of photo-taking excursions; we want you to get out of your room and explore the world using your camera lens to guide you. This club is meant for all skill levels, so whether you’ve been shooting since before you could walk or you just picked up a camera for the first time yesterday, you’ll be a perfect fit here. The club focuses on interactions between professionals and students which inspires learning and creates an ecosystem of highest visual aesthetics.
  • - Music and Dance Club - This club explores and celebrates many different cultures and encourages to learn new skills and share the love of dance & music through the experience and beauty of moving together rhythmically. The members learn about the cultural aspects of music & dances, and the choreography associated with each dance and nuances of music. The members experience the many aspects of these art forms can expand horizons and might help you find new favourites—or maybe even just help you find new people—pals!—with whom you have something in common. Apart from performances, the students talk about the songs and artists they love, and learn together about new genres. They will gain new perspectives on the music & dance and build appreciation for Indian and world music . if you love exploring and talking about music and rhythm of dance and its impact, Music & Dance Club is for you.
  • - Literary Club - The Literary Club is a place where students can meet to read and write. The club promotes creativity skills and what it takes to be a writer and poet. Club members meet to discuss books and the craft of writing. Some members choose to share their writings during the meetings, therefore starting many discussions. At times we critique each other’s work and offer suggestions. The Literary Club is more than just a club for reading and writing; it is also a place where students can come to share their insights on politics, aesthetics, literature and text. From time to time, the community organizes a variety of literary activities such as discussions, lectures, group discussions, poetry writing and reading, short story writing, quiz competitions, interactive / lecture sessions, etc.
  • - Dramatics Club - This is an initiative to promote theatrical arts on campus and encourage expressive performances by the students. Mentored by practitioners & experts, the student members plan, mount and perform various theatrical art forms on and off campus. The membership puts up at least one theatre performance each month for the audiences which could be in the form of stage performances, road plays, mono acts, mime acts, role plays et al. The club works with a vision of “ “Theatre in Unlikely Spaces” where you will listen to theatrical music, write short skits, practice, and of course, play tons of theatre games. No experience or theatrical talent required. The activities carried out by the Club will encourage students to develop a different perception towards theatre and performing arts.
  • - MUN and Debating Society - The Model UN and Debating Society of Jagran Lakecity University aims is to empower university students with the skills of expressing their beliefs clearly and concisely, public speaking and effective communication in a formal setting, and staying aware of current events in the world It aims to develop the skills needed for parliamentary debate and good debate for the Model UN. Various aspects of debating are learnt and practiced, as well as different formats and general strategies for improving discussion skills. In addition to presenting research, model UN process, draft resolution assistance, speech delivery are some of the other activities of this Society.
  • - Community Service Club - The Community Service Club at Jagran Lakecity University is a hub for community outreach, volunteering and social impact that promotes social wellbeing and harmony amongst individuals. We are committed to work in the community and spread awareness about promoting social change within the university and the city. The mentors act as consultants for the club members and guide them on the vision of making a positive social impact.
  • - Startup and Entrepreneurship Club - Start-up & Entrepreneurship Club is a learning-by-doing environment where students can cultivate their entrepreneurship skills. Students in the club will participate in the development of a business, at minimum by learning from attending meetings, but ideally developing a start-up. The club has lectures, bootcamps with resources and experienced entrepreneurs from the business community mentor the teams, along with University faculty advisors. Some business plans from the club enter into the JLU Foundation for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ecosystem to potentially get funding for their start-ups. The club is also a place where students of JLU can incubate a business idea, providing students with learning opportunities as the students help develop the idea through the club. An emphasis is on following through so that the club creates real profitable businesses. Through community-based programs it promotes networking events, peer-to-peer development, learning opportunities and provides an informal platform to discuss your new ideas.


Moot court

Moot court requirements at Faculty of law, Jagran Lakecity University, Bhopal mandates that students participate in moot court arguments before receiving their law degree. Faculty of Law offers right from the rst year a series of moot court opportunities to students of different skill levels and legal interests. The activity is competitive by nature, and students vie for honors within their school and in regional and national moot court competitions featuring teams of students from several law schools. Faculty of Law hosts one of the biggest inter university moot court competitions, annually.

Campus Info

Chandanpura, Madhya Pradesh 462044