JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research : Ranking, Admissions 2026-27, Courses, Fees, Placements, Scholarship

Ranked among the top universities in India and considered a cerebral destination for students across the world and Bangalore in particular, for its illustrious history of developing talent, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) is a hub for learning in every sense of the word.

The University which is based in Bangalore – the Silicon Valley of India, offers a conducive environment for learning, be it academically or in extracurricular activities. Known for its emphasis on education, entrepreneurship, research and sports, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) has some of the best minds in the educational and research fields, and centers that inspire entrepreneurship and groundbreaking work to simplify and manage life better.
What makes JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) different is its outlook toward life, its values and beliefs. Its ever-evolving and open-minded system and quest for continued success and resilience, has made it one of the top universities in India.

JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysore – Key Highlights

• Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreswara Academy for Higher Education and Research university, formerly known as JSS University, in short popularly known as and hereinafter, referred to as JSS AHER is a deemed to be University, located at Mysuru of Karnataka State.

• JSS AHER Mysuru was initially established in 2008 had significantly strengthened itself by focusing on teaching, research, and service to realize its vision and mission and now expanded its wings with 3 Schools, 7 University Departments and offering 152 Programmes with more than 650 faculty members to teach approximately 3,500 undergraduates, 2500 graduates and around 700 research scholars.

• JSS AHER Mysuru has been acclaimed for its great progress made in grooming graduates, Postgraduates, and Research Scholars into prodigious insight by providing them effective, value-based education by focussing on the overall development of an individual through state-of-the-art facilities to make the student a useful citizen to the country.

• The Constituent Medical College of JSS AHR Deemed University is JSS Medical College. This College is recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI) and aims to impart excellent quality medical education and cater to all medical needs of the Society.

JSS AHER MYSURU – Departments/Courses

Following is the list of Departments/Colleges under JSS AHER deemed to be Universities, Mysuru:

• Faculty of Medicine – JSS Medical College
• Faculty of Dentistry – JSS Dental College and Hospital
• Faculty of Pharmacy
• Faculty of Biomedical Sciences – Department of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Life Sciences –          
• School of Life Sciences, Mysuru and Ooty
• Department of Nutrition & Dietetics
• Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics
• Department of Microbiology
• Faculty of Management Studies – Department of Health systems Management Studies
• Faculty of Yoga – Department of Yoga

JSS AHER Mysuru– Popular Programmes/Courses

 Various Medical and Pharmacy programmes offered by JSS AHER Mysuru/Ooty are popular.

JSS AHER Deemed University, Mysuru – Infrastructure Facilities

JSS AHR Deemed University campus is located on the Mysuru-Bengaluru High Way and easily accessible to all with public transport facility.  Following are the key infrastructure facilities available in the campus of JSS AHER deemed University.

• All buildings are accessible within the campus with a bicycle facility.
• All classrooms have wi-fi connectivity ICT enabled services.
• Hi-Tech teaching Hospitals
• Physically Handicapped friendly campus
• Eco-friendly campus
• Transport facility with 11 buses, 2 mobile vans/ambulance and 4-wheelers
• Round the clock security
• Ragging-free campus (Anti Ragging Cell in place)
• Student Activity Centre
• Banking and ATM facility
• International Student Cell
• A Library with all facilities
• An Auditorium
• A cafeteria
• Primary Health Centre
• Pharmacy Centre
• Food Courts
• Gymnasium
• Indoor and Outdoor sports
• NRI Apartment
• Placement

In addition to the above facilities, the campus of JSS AHR has the following Centres for Excellence:

• Centre for Excellence in Molecular Biology and Regenerative Medicine (CEMR)
• Centre for Clinical Research Excellence
• Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring and Regional Training Centre
• Centre for Training on Pharmacovigilance
• TIAFC Centre for Relevance and Excellence (CORE)
• Centre for Nanoengineering Science and Technology (CNEST)
• Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory for Infectious Diseases
• Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS Medicine.

JSS AHER Deemed University – Centre for Distance Education

• The Centre for Distance Education /Open Distance Learning (ODL) of JSS AHER is intended to cater to the educational needs of candidates oriented towards environment and health care.

• The ODL Courses offered by JSS AHER uses various modes of technology for effective transfer of curriculum and professional learning of the Candidates.

• JSS AHER ODL has established two Study Centres, one each in Bengaluru and Ooty to impart improved education by providing additional sustenance to the students.

• JSS AHER is equipped with a Media Centre with all facilities to make pre-recorded videos as additional learning materials to facilitate the ODL students. Online Interactive Classes, Webinars are conducted in the Media Centre for students.  Videos and Notes are uploaded into the Student Portal of JSS to enable the students to benefit from them.  This portal is used to communicate to students through e-mail and SMS about the admission notifications, exam notifications, contact programmes and other academic activities.

• The following table provides the details of the Courses offered, Eligibility Criteria and fee structure:

Candidates interested to pursue the above ODL Programmes are required to apply online at the official website of JSS AHER University, register and fill in the application form, upload all the relevant documents.  Selected candidates shall be informed via email, and they can join the course after making the fee.

JSS AHER Deemed University – Centre for Online Education

• With the advent of online education due to many advantages, various Programmes offered under Online education are attracting many students to pursue. Students pursuing online education can save expenditure on lodging and boarding and they can learn at their convenient time, except for live sessions.

• The Online Programmes offered by JSS AHER are designed to meet the growing demand for Healthcare and Hospital Management Professionals. These online Programmes provide excellent opportunity to graduates and working professionals to upgrade their qualifications and skills by sitting and learning at their comfort.

• The following table provides the details of various Programmes offered in Centre for Online Education by JSS AHER Deemed University.

Candidates interested to pursue the above Online Education Programmes are required to apply online at the official website of JSS AHER University, register and fill in the application form, upload all the relevant documents.  Selected candidates shall be informed via email, and they can join the course after making the fee.

JSS AHER Deemed University, Mysuru – FAQs

Q. How to obtain application for admission in JSS AHR Deemed University, Mysuru?

A. As and when admissions are open, candidates need to apply on line and submit all relevant details of the candidates, upload documents, photo and pay the requisite fee. Before submission, it is essential to check the eligibility of the candidate.  Based on the suitability and availability of seats, the candidate shall be informed.  He/she should comply with the pre-admission formalities and join the College as per the schedule to be announced.

Q. Which school is in JSS AHER University in the Off campus at Ooty and what are the courses offered there?

A. School of Life Sciences is located at JSS AHER University in the off campus at Ooty, where the following UG/PG courses are offered to students:

 Undergraduate courses in Bachelor of Science (B.Sc):

• Microbiology
• Psychology
• Biotechnology
• Biochemistry
• Food Nutrition & Dietetics
• Environmental Sciences

Under Postgraduate courses in Master of Science (M.Sc):

• Biochemistry
• Environmental Science
• Geoinformatics
• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Microbiology
• Bioinformatics

Q. Please provide me the contact details of JSS AHER Deemed to be University

A. Following are the contact details of JSS AHER Deemed to be University

JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research and Medical Institutions

JSS Medical Institutions Campus

Sri Shivarathreeswhwara Nagara,

MYSURU 570 015, Karnataka State, India