About Jagat Narain Lal College
Jagat Narain Lal College operates as a constituent unit of Patliputra University, serving the suburban student population of Khagaul and the western outskirts of Patna. Because of its location near the Danapur railway transit hub, the campus primarily attracts students seeking affordable, traditional degree pathways without commuting into central Patna. The institution offers standard undergraduate instruction in science, humanities, and select vocational streams.
Institutional Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Constituent College of Patliputra University |
| Campus | Semi-urban (Khagaul, Patna) |
| Mode of Study | Full-time |
| Gender Intake | Co-educational |
| Total Intake / Seats | Approx. 1,800 across all streams |
What You Can Study Here
| Degree | Specializations | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) | History, Political Science, Hindi, English, Economics, Philosophy | Passed Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized board. |
| BSc (Hons) | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology | Passed Intermediate (10+2) in the Science stream with minimum qualifying marks. |
| BCA (Vocational) | Computer Applications | Passed 12th standard with Mathematics as a compulsory subject. |
Admission Process
Admission to undergraduate courses relies on the merit list generated from Intermediate (10+2) board exam scores. Candidates register through the centralized admission portal of Patliputra University, designating this college as one of their preferred choices.
- Selection depends entirely on the cutoff lists published by Patliputra University for respective subjects.
- Verification of original intermediate marksheets, school leaving certificates, and caste certificates (if applicable) takes place physically on the Khagaul campus prior to final registration.
On-Campus Amenities
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Gym / Fitness Center | A basic fitness room with free weights and manual exercise machines, utilized mainly by students training for local sports events. |
| Cafeteria / Canteen | A functional dining space serving local Bihar snacks, tea, and daily lunch items to day scholars and staff. |
| Transport | Accessible via local shared auto-rickshaws running frequently from the nearby Danapur Railway Station. |
| Auditorium / Seminar Hall | A simple hall used for student union meetings, guest lectures by visiting faculty, and university-mandated academic presentations. |
| Sports / Playground | An open outdoor ground used for local cricket practice, volleyball matches, and physical training. |
| Placement Cell / Career Guidance | A cell run by resident faculty members to share notifications regarding state government exams, banking tests, and railway recruitment drives. |
What stands out: Students looking for high-end corporate campus recruitments or advanced laboratory infrastructure may find the facilities here limited. However, it functions as a low-cost, accessible option for students preparing for competitive civil service or railway exams on their own.
