JAIN VISHVA BHARATI UNIVERSITY

Stipend and Scholarships (Under graduate Level (B.A.)/ Post graduate Level)

Stipend & Scholarships: A limited number of merit cum need-based scholarships are available for deserving students. The students belong to SC/ST/OBC are provided scholarship from Social Welfare Department as per State Govt. norms.

1. At the Under graduate Level (B.A.)
(A) Need-based scholarship in BA Ist Year
Scholarships are given to needy students who will be required to furnish the following details alongwith supporting documents on having secured admission to the desired course :
(i) Proof of Income of family
(ii) Minimum 45% marks in 10 + 2 final examination

The above scholarship is only for the first year. The number of scholarships are limited.

(B) Need-cum-merit-based scholarship in BA II & III Year
Scholarships are renewable each year. The candidate’s performance is assessed every year and if she fulfills the following conditions, the scholarships will be continued.
(i) Secured a minimum of 60% marks in the previous year exams.
(ii) Proof of family income.
(iii) Good conduct certified by teachers concerned.
(iv) Has full attendance.

All these scholarships will contribute only towards the waiver of tuition fees and no cash rewards. The student will have to bear other expenses. A committee will decide students and the decision of the University will be final.

2. At the Post graduate Level
(a) For study of Post graduate courses (non-conventional subjects excluding SOL) stipends are offered to 5 students per year per course for Rs. 1000/- p.m. for 10 months.
(b) For study of M.Phil. Courses stipends are offered to 5 students on merit basis only to those students who have their masters degree either in Jainology and Comparative Religion and Philosophy or in Prakrit for Rs. 1500/- p.m. for 10 months.

The award of stipend will be made on the recommendations of HOD and approval of Vice-Chancellor.

Conditions :
Every student who gets the stipend should have
(i) good conduct certified by HOD and concerned Administrative Officers including hostel wardens.
(ii) have regular attendance, which means :
(a) A student must have minimum of 75% attendance every month.
(b) If a student is admitted upto the 15th of the month he/she will be entitled for the stipend for that month fulfilling the condition of a minimum of 75% attendance proportionately. But if he/she is admitted after the 15th, the stipend for that month will not be granted to him/her.

Note :
1. Vice-Chancellor is the competent authority to change, add or delete any of the above rules.
2. The decision of the Vice-Chancellor shall be final in respect of interpretation of any of the rules and regulations mentioned above.
3. Non-fulfillment of any of these conditions will result in the discontinuation of the stipend.

Jain Vishva Bharati University

Understanding Jainism Programme

July 23 to Aug. 13, 2008


Understanding Jainism Programme (July 23 to August 13, 2008)

Jain Vishva Bharati University (JVBU): A Profile
Jain Vishva Bharati University as an University of higher learning and research blended with spirituality, which came into existence in 1991. JVBU’s avowed aim is to integrate academic knowledge and its application for evolving a new social pattern based on non-violence and peace.
“Nanassa Saram Ayaro — Right conduct is the essence of knowledge.” This spiritual voice of Lord Mahaviara is the motto of the University. Every programme and every activity is directed towards the realisation of this motto. The goal of the JVBU has been clearly spelt out in the preamble of JVBU constitution (Memorandum and Articles of Association) which reads as under:
The Jain Vishva Bharati University is an endeavour in the direction of putting into practice, to promote and propagate the high ideals of Anekant (Non-absolutist outlook), Ahimsa (Non-violence), tolerance and peaceful co-existence for the well being of mankind.
The mission is to integrate modern science with ancient wisdom given to us by great spiritual practitioners and visionary seers. The Institution seeks to interweave moral & spiritual norms and values with the materialistic and economic fibers of mankind to foster and develop universal human relationships for the peaceful co-existence of individuals, groups, communities, sects, races, sexes, religions, nations and peoples.
The University provides reverential study courses in Jainology; in Comparative Philosophy & Religion, Non-violence and Peace Science of Living, Preksha Meditation and Yoga, Prakrit and Jain Agamas and Social Work for development of a more balanced human being and humanity. And also on line courses for students residing abroard/ India on Jainology & Comparative studies.
The Understanding Jainism Programme (UJP) of the JVBU emphasizes Jain Philosophy, Ethics, Meditation, Art & Architecture and life-style in India. It is interdisciplinary in nature, with participating faculty of the Humanities, Social Sciences and Linguistics.

Objectives
i. To understand the concept and ideas of Jainism.
ii. To develop understanding and attitude of nonviolence.
iii. To familiarize the participants with the philosophy of creative nonviolence in India.
iv. To impart training of Preksha Meditation for emotionally balanced life-style.
v. To establish the importance and relevance of amity for the survival of living being.

Why join UJP at JVBU
There are many reasons why someone would want to join UJP at JVBU. Salient features and some of the distinct advantages of the programme are —
􀁺 Well renowned faculties & experts
􀁺 Economical & viable tuition fee
􀁺 A modular academic/training programme structured on the basis of semester system
􀁺 Facility of meditation & yoga training centre.
􀁺 Well-equipped computer centre
􀁺 E-mail, internet facilities
􀁺 A pollution free, nature endowed and spiritual campus.
􀁺 A location that is easily accessible to the four cities - Jaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer & Bikaner.
􀁺 Indigenous set up of the township. .

Who can apply?
The program is aimed for foreign students provided they meet the general prerequisite of proficiency in English. The following could be possible applicants:
􀁺 Universities and their international study divisions or study abroad programmes.
􀁺 Departments of Universities
􀁺 Institutions with South Asian Studies programme
􀁺 Higher education Universitys or Council of International Education
􀁺 NRI groups or associations
􀁺 Trade & Business Delegations or groups
􀁺 Individual students.

Course Credits
The programme has three credits in a 3-week duration. The number of credits a student can take in this programme depends on the agreements with individual students or agreement reached with the University or participating institution.

Other highlights of the Programme
i. Visit to historical places in and around Ladnun.
ii. Interaction with spiritual leaders, Jain monks and nuns, journalists, intellectuals, scientists and Gandhian activists.

Qualifying Conditions:
􀁺 The course will be held in smoke free campus. Only those who can abstain from smoking should apply.
􀁺 No alcoholic drinks, tobacco are permitted in the campus.
􀁺 Only vegetarian food is served and allowed in the campus.

Facilities Provided
Boarding and Lodging arrangements for students joining the UJP will be made in the campus.

Fee Structure
Fee for 3-week course including boarding and lodging is of US $ 500, concession is also available on special request.

Location
The University is located in Ladnun, a small township in the Nagaur District of Rajasthan (India), representing the ancient Indian Gurukul tradition. Its smoke, drug and pollution-free campus provides an excellent environment for studies and research. Surrounded by sand dunes, it has a green leafy setting and peaceful atmosphere, which can make a person forget the hustle and bustle of cities and tensions of a busy industrial life.
Ladnun is 380 kms. west of Delhi, the Capital city of India, and 215 kms. North West of Jaipur, which is known as the Pink City and the Capital of the State of Rajasthan. It is well served by deluxe and express bus services from Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Udaipur, Delhi and other cities. The nearest airports are Jaipur and Jodhpur.


Session will Start on July 23 to August 13, 2008.

JAIN VISHVA BHARATI UNIVERSITY

ADMISSION OPEN : 2008-2009 (M.A./M.Phil. Jainology, Prakrit, M.Sc/MA, MSW, PGDCA, BA/BCom)

AN ISO 9001-2000 CERTIFIED UNIVERSITY & ACCREDITED BY NAAC B+
(Declared as Deemed -to-be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956)
LADNUN-341306, RAJASTHAN

ADMISSION OPEN : 2008-2009

FOR DETAILS VISIT www.jvbi.ac.in
Ph: 01581-224332 , 222110

1. M.A./M.Phil. Jainology
2. M.A./M.Phil. Prakrit
3. M.A. Sanskrit
4. M.A./M.Sc. Science of Living, Preksha Meditation & Yoga
5. M.A. Non-violence and Peace
6. M.S.W.
7. M.A./M.Phil. Education
8. M.A. in Communication in English (Innovative and Job Oriented)
9. PGDCA
10. B.A. and B.Com. (Only for Girls)


Application Form
General Prospectus

HOW TO OBTAIN APPLICATION FORMS
􀁦 Candidates seeking admission to any course at JVBU during the academic session 2008-2009 may obtain the prescribed Application Form along with the Prospectus from the University Counter at JVBU on cash payment or download form their website: www.jvbi.ac.in.
􀁦 The cost of Prospectus along with the Application Form for each course includes the Entrance Test/Admission Procedure Fee. No any other fee is required to be submitted at the time of submission of the Application Form accept applications fees.
􀁦 The Application Form and Prospectus may also be obtained through post by sending crossed Demand Draft of an amount as shown in Table (under the column Application Fees) drawn in favour of “Registrar, JVBU” payable at Ladnun along with a self-addressed envelop of 30x25 c.m. size affixing postage stamps worth Rs. 50 /- clearly indicating the name of the course for which the Application Form is required. The request for sending a set of Application Form and prospectus should be addressed to the Registrar, JVBU, Ladnun.

RESEARVATION OF SEATS
􀁦 Women 25%
􀁦 SC 15%
􀁦 ST/OBC 7.5%
􀁦 Disabled Persons 03%
depending upon their availability and fulfilling minimum eligibility
􀁦 Kashmiri migrants one seat in each professional course
􀁦 5% seats to be earmarked for children of Indian workers in the Gulf and South East Asia out of the
15% supernumerary seats for admission to foreign students in universities deptts.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
1. M.A. in Jainology (02 Years; 15 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent with 50% marks in aggregate
Application Form Fee: 200/-

2. M.Phil. in Jainology (01 Year; 15 seats)
Eligibility: 50% marks in M.A. or Acharya of the following subjects :
Jainology, Comparative Religion, Comparative Philosophy, Sanskrit, Prakrit, Pali and Manuscriptology Science.
Application Form Fee: 500/-

3. M.A. in Prakrit (02 Years; 15 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent with 50% marks in aggregate
Application Form Fee: 200/-

4. M.Phil. in Prakrit (01 Year; 15 seats)
Eligibility: 50% marks in M.A. or Acharya of the following subjects :
Prakrit and Jain Agam, Pali, Sanskrit, Apabharamsa literature, Jainology (Jain Philosophy), Linguistics, Hindi literature, Rajasthani language and literature, Philosophy, Manuscriptology etc.
Application Form Fee: 500/-

5. M.A. in Non-violence (02 Years; 15 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent with 50% marks in aggregate
Application Form Fee: 200/-

6. M.A./M.Sc. SOL (02 Years; 15 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent with 50% marks in aggregate
Application Form Fee: 200/-

7. MSW (02 Years; 60 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent with 50% marks in aggregate
Application Form Fee: 500/-

8. M.A. in Sanskrit (02 Years; 30 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent with 50% marks in aggregate
Application Form Fee: 200/-

9. M.A. in Education (02 Years; 30 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent with 50% marks in aggregate
Application Form Fee: 500/-

10. M.Ed. (01 Year; 25 seats)
Eligibility: B.Ed. As per NCTE norms.
Application Form Fee: 500/-

11. M. Phil. in Education (01 year; 30 seats)
Evening Programme
Eligibility: 55% marks in M.Ed. / M.A. Education Direct admission will be given those students who are NET/SLET qualified.
Application Form Fee: 500/-

12. M.A. in English (02 Years; 30 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent with 50% marks in aggregate.
Application Form Fee: 500/-

13. PGDCA (01 year; 30 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent with 50% marks in aggregate.
Application Form Fee: 200/-

Last Date for submitting Application Form: 25-06-2008
Last Date with Late Fee Rs.200/-: 30-06-2008

U.G. COURSES
14. B.A. (3 years; 50 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2 or its Equivalent with 50% marks in aggregate
Application Form Fee: 200/-

15. B.Com. (3 years; 50 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2 or its Equivalent with 50% marks in aggregate
Application Form Fee: 200/-

Last Date for submitting Application Form: 30-06-2008
Last Date with Late Fee Rs.200/-: 07-07-2008

16. B.Ed. (01 year; 100 seats)
Eligibility: As per NCTE norms.
Last Date as per the State Govt. Norms.
Application Form Fee: 500/-

17. OBEP (200 seats)
Eligibility: As per NOIS norms.
Application Form Fee: FREE

CERTIFICATE COURSES
18. Prakrit (06 Months; 100 seats)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent
Application Form Fee: 200/-

19. Comm. Skills in Eng. (06 Months; 100 seats)
Eligibility: 10+2 with English as one of the subjects or its Equivalent
Application Form Fee: 200/-

20. SOL, PM & Yoga (03 Months; 100 seats)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent

21. FITCS (03 Months; 100 seats)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent
Application Form Fee: 200/-

22. Jainology (03 Months; 100 seats)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent
Application Form Fee: 200/-

23. Non-violence (03 Months; 100 seats)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent
Application Form Fee: 200/-

24. Social Work (03 Months; 100 seats)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent
Application Form Fee: 200/-

Last Date for submitting Application Form: 25-06-2008
Last Date with Late Fee Rs.200/-: 30-06-2008

CORRESPONDENCE COURSES
1. M.A. in Jainology (02 Years)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent

2. M.A./M.Sc. (02 Years)
Eligibility: SOL 10+2+3 or its Equivalent

3. M.A. in Education (02 Years)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent

4. M.A. in Hindi (02 Years)
Eligibility: 10+2+3 or its Equivalent

5. Bridge Course (01 Year)
Eligibility: 10+2+2 or its Equivalent

6. B.A. (03 Year)
Eligibility: 10+2 or its Equivalent

Last Date for submitting Application Form: 31-10-2008
Last Date with Late Fee Rs.200/-: 30-11-2008; Rs.500: 31-12-2008

7. BPP (01 Year)
Eligibility: Age 18 Years
Last Date for submitting Application Form: 30-04-2008
Last Date with Late Fee Rs.200/-: 30-05-2008

8. B.A. in Additional (01 Year)
Eligibility: B.A.
Last Date for submitting Application Form: 31-10-2008
Last Date with Late Fee Rs.200/-: 30-11-2008; Rs.500: 31-12-2008

CERTIFICATE COURSES
9. Training in NV (03 Months)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent

10. Jainology (06 Months)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent

11. Prakrit (06 Months)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent

12. Astrology (06 Months)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent

13. Jain Aesth. and Art (06 Months)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent

14. Human Rights (06 Months)
Eligibility: 10th or its Equivalent

Last Date for submitting Application Form: 31-07-2008


IMPORTANT DATES
Last Date of Receipt of Application Form: 25 June 2008
with Late Fee of Rs. 200: June 30, 2008
Written Test (11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.): 2 July 2008
Group Discussion (After Written Test) (30 Minitutes per group): 2-3 July 2008
Personal Interview (After Group Discussion): 3 July 2008
Declaration of List of Selected Students: 3 July 2008
Last Date for Depositing Admission Fees (Through DD): 5 July 2008
Commencement of Academic Session for Previous Year 08: July 2008
Orientation Program for Previous Year: 8-12 July 2008
Preksha Meditation & Personality Development Camp: 14-16 July 2008
Regular Classes & Concurrent Field Work begins: 8 July 2008

Note:
1. All eligible applicants are allowed to appear at the test/interviews and group discussion whereever prescribed. No separate information will be sent.
2. The candidates arriving for admission will have to make their own arrangemetns for board & lodging. Arrangement for stay may be made in the hostels, provided accommodation is available and provided that the applicant informs the office in writing beforehand, The candidates will have to bring their beddings with them and bear the traveling and food expenses.