Sri B. ELANGOVAN, Principal

JSS Polytechnic for the Differently Abled (JSSPDA).

In India, a person born with any kind of disability was believed to be a sin in the society. For decades, opportunities in education, employment and other living status was denied for the differently abled even though efforts are being made to rehabilitate them by the Government and other socially responsible organizations both in terms of education and employment. 

VISION of the Institution

Empowering Differently Abled persons with the state-of-art professional skills, enhancing morality and mental ability for better living.

MISSION of the Institution

M1: Imparting knowledge to the differently abled students with accessible learning environment

M2: Facilitating appropriate co-curricular, extracurricular and extension activities

M3: Providing value-added life skills and knowledge in addition to the regular academic input to make them employment-ready

M4: Instilling the spirit of socialization, equity, ethics and social responsibility

CORE VALUES:

• Transforming minds of the differently abled students with positive attitude and bring them into the main stream of society.
• Providing high quality technical education on par with the other diploma level institutions.
• Creating accessible environment for improvement of teaching-learning process.
• Encouraging students to participate in beyond-the-curriculum activities for facing the society with confidence.
• Bridging-the-Gap between the education and employment needs among the differently abled students.
• Become the Center of Excellence in technical education exclusively for the differently abled.
• Expansion of facilities to accommodate more number of differently abled students through addition of new need based programmes.

JSS Polytechnic for the Differently Abled (JSSPDA) was established by JSS Mahavidyapeetha in the year 1991-92 under the World Bank Assistance Scheme of the Government of Karnataka. This institute is first of its kind in India and only polytechnic in the state of Karnataka offering technical education at diploma level exclusively for the differently abled students. Initially, 3 courses namely Architecture, Computer Science & Engineering and Commercial Practice were started for Orthopedically Handicapped, Hearing Impaired and Visually Impaired (partial). Later 4 more new courses were added namely Jewellery Design & Technology (JD&T), Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Applications (CA) and Apparel Design and Fabrication Technology (ADFT). JD&T and CA courses were started for the first time in India. All the Seven courses are approved by the Board of Technical Education, Government of Karnataka and All India Council for Technical Education, Government of India. The admission to this polytechnic is on all India basis and the minimum entry level qualification is a pass in SSLC or its equivalent with approved level of disability. Significant efforts are made to improve the admission to this polytechnic and the entire infrastructure such as buildings, equipment, library books, hostel facilities and other amenities were created under the World Bank Assistance initially for the 3 courses accommodating 270 students. More than 80% of them are from rural and economically backward groups. The students are given education at an affordable cost with necessary scholarships and grant support from State and Central Govt., JSS Mahavidyapeetha, Social / Industrial organizations and individual philanthropists. In addition, the staff are provided with benefits like provident fund, Group Insurance, Health Insurance and free medical facilities including counseling by psychologist in the institution. The students are also supported with facilities / devices which would help them to overcome their difficulties related to disabilities.

The institute till today has produced more than 3,000 graduates, most of them are employed in industrial establishments, research institutes, Govt. organizations and service establishments. A few of them are also self-employed. Some of the passed out students have also gone in for higher education in their respective disciplines. The institute has academic autonomy in terms of curriculum design to suit the requirement of the employers, conduct exams and declare results. The autonomy has helped the institution to carry on the course to suit the requirement and the pace of disabled students without sacrificing the academic input that the employing organizations look from a prospective employee. The diploma certificate will be issued by Board of Technical Examination, Govt. of Karnataka.

The institute as on today has more than 700 students pursuing their diploma in 7 different disciplines.  There is a need to augment the existing infrastructure in terms of class rooms, laboratories, library, student amenities and hostels.

As per the National Policy of the Govt., there is a provision to earmark 3% of the budget for the welfare of differently abled persons. Further there is also reservation in job placements. Our experience shows that, industries / service establishments are keen to help the differently abled who are competent for suitable jobs. Hence, there is a great need to strengthen this institution which is already well known in the society.

Recognizing the contribution that this institute has made over two decades, the Govt. of India has awarded “Best Institution working for the cause of Persons with Disabilities” (Additional award) in the year 2012 by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt. of India.  The award was presented by His Excellency The President of India.

During the year 2016 The Government of Karnataka has honoured us with a State Award under the category of “Best Institution working for the cause of Persons with Disabilities”.

The following courses are offered at this polytechnic as approved by the Govt. of Karnataka and AICTE, New Delhi.

 

Members of the Governing Council (GC)

Sl. No.	Name of the Member	Designation
1	His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamigalavaru, President, JSS Mahavidyapeetha, Mysuru	Chairman
2	Dr. C G Betsurmath, Executive Secretary, JSSMahavidyapeetha, Mysuru.	Member
3	Prof. M H Dhananjaya, Advisor, Technical Education Division,                          JSS Mahavidyapeetha, Mysuru.	Member
4	Dr. B Suresh, Director, Technical Education Division                                    JSS Mahavidyapeetha, Mysuru.	Member
5	Dr. H R Mahadevaswamy, Joint Director, Technical Education Division              JSS Mahavidyapeetha, Mysuru.	Member
6	The Director, Department of Technical Education, Govt. of Karnataka,               Tantrika Shikshana Bhavan, Palace Road, Bengaluru – 560 001	Member
7	The Regional Officer, SWRO – AICTE, University Campus,                               Bengaluru – 560 001	Member
8	The State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, # 55, Rasildhar Street,  Sheshadripuram, Bengaluru – 560 001	Member
9	Sri N Narendra, Managing Director, M/s Vinyas Innovative Technologies Pvt.     Ltd., Hebbal Industrial Estate, Hebbal, Mysuru – 570 027	Member
10	Sri N M Shivakumaraswamy, Sl. Gr. Lecturer in Science,                                    JSS Polytechnic for the Differently Abled, Mysuru – 570 006	Member
11	Sri B Elangovan, Principal, JSS Polytechnic for the Differently Abled,                   Mysuru – 570 006	Member Secretary
12	Smt. Shanthi Raghavan, Founder, Managing Trustee,                                         M/s EnAable India Pvt. Ltd., #473/B, Adugodi Main Road, 8th Block Koramangala, Bengaluru – 560 095	Invitee
13	Sri Murali Kumar, Programme Director, Centre for Inclusion,                              M/s EnAble India Pvt. Ltd.,# 473/B, Adugodi Main Road, 8th Block,                  Koramangala, Bengaluru – 560 095	Invitee

 

KEY FUNCTIONARIES OF JSSPDA

SL NO.	DEPT/SECTION	NAME	CONTACT NUMBER	E-MAIL ID
1	Architecture	Dr. S Uma	9448957991	jsspdaar@gmail.com
2	Commercial Practice	Mr. K Mahadevaswamy	9886558878	jsspdacp@gmail.com
3	Computer Science & Engineering	Dr. S G Srikantaswamy	9900898748	jsspdacs@gmail.com
4	Jewellery Design & Technology	Mr. N M Shivakumaraswamy	9448826306	jsspda.jdt@gmail.com
5	Electronics & Communication Engineering	Mrs. Komala M	9739319715	jsspdaec@gmail.com
6	Computer Applications for the Visually Impaired	Mrs. V Geetha	9483608707	jsspdacavi@gmail.com
7	Controller of Examinations	Mrs. Sunanda	9844496133	jsspdaexam@gmail.com
8	Librarian	Mrs. B Sunitha	9844079269	jsspdalib@gmail.com
9	Training & Placement Officer	Mr. K Kushal	8050709919	jsspdaplacement@gmail.com
10	Hostel Warden	Mr. N M Shivakumaraswamy	9448826306	nmswarden@gmail.com
11	Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)	Mr. N M Shivakumaraswamy	9448826306	nmswarden@gmail.com
12	AISHE & E-Governance Cell Coordinator	Mr. K S Mahesh	9886067061	ksmmahesh@gmail.com
13	NBA Coordinator	Dr. S G Srikantaswamy	9900898748	jsspdanba@gmail.com
14	Alumni Association Coordinator	Mr. B Srinivasa	8722670778	jsspdaalumni01@gmail.com
15	NSS Coordinator	Mr. Satisha G P	9066868931	jsspdanss@gmail.com
16	ISTE Student Chapter Coordinator	Mrs. D V Nandini	9901591463	jsspdaiste@gmail.com
17	IIP Cell Coordinator	Mr. M B Raghu	9448434270	jsspdaiipc@gmail.com
18	Scholarship Coordinator & Student Counselor	Mrs. M Suchetha	9555356789	suchethapda@gmail.com
19	Sign Language Interpreter	Mrs. Kanchan S Sharma	9611807979	jsspdasl@gmail.com
20	Youth Red Cross Coordinator	Mr. H N Mahadevaswamy	9980049708	jsspdayrc@gmail.com
21	Medical Officer			--
22	Sports coordinator	Mr. H N Mahadevaswamy	9980049708	crazyms.swamy@gmail.com
23	Cultural Coordinator	Ms. Ashwini N	9108144736	prathimadivyap@gmail.com
24	Anti Ragging Committee	Dr. S G Srikantaswamy	9900898748	sgsrikantaswamy@gmail.com
25	SC / ST Committee	Mr. B Srinivasa	8722670778	srinivasmbs22@gmail.com
26	OMBUDSMEN Grievance Redressal Committee	Dr. S G Srikantaswamy	9900898748	jsspdacs@gmail.com
27	Internal Complaint Committee	Dr. S G Srikantaswamy	9900898748	jsspdacs@gmail.com
28	Women’s Security, Welfare & Grievance	Dr. S Uma	9448957991	umasarch53@gmail.com

 

Ministerial Staff of JSSPDA

Sl. No.	Name	Designation	Qualification	Experience	Contact  Details
Grant-in aid Employees
1	Elangovan B	Principal	M.Sc.,	25 Years	9687766236
2	Shivakumar H S	FDA (Examination)	B.Com	24 Years	9481528694
3	Madappa N	F D A	M A	24 Years	9379682613
4	Narendra N	F D A (Admission)	B A., LLB.,	23 Years	9945878036
5	Dr. Palaniswamy	SDA (Est / DVP)	M.A, Ph.D,	24 Years	9342818459
6	Mahadevaswamy R	Typist	B.A	24 Years	9480667772
7	Shashikala S	Typist Account Section	B.Sc. M.Ed.,	24 Years	9611947088
8	Sri S M Mahesha	Attender			94804 75895
9	Sri K Shankar	Lib. Attender			99863 88642
10	Sri M Mahadevaswamy	Group ‘D’			99012 59572
11	Sri Siddalinga Shivayogi	--- ”  ---			98806 55184
12	Sri K B Mallikarjunappa	--- ”  ---			99167 21131
13	Sri G Nagarajappa	--- ”  ---			96326 19603
14	Sri K J Siddaraju	--- ”  ---			94488 72616
15	Mahesh  S M	Attendar	SSLC	24 Years	9480405895
16	Sri C S Nanjappa	Group‘D’			99458 91034
17	Sridhara M	Driver	7th Std	24 Years	7892567069
18	Nijaguna	Driver	7th Std	24 Years	9901241474
19	Mallesha K S	Cook	Literate	24 Years	9901253936
20	Sri S M Swamy	Cook			91413 63193
Management Employees
1	Bhagya M J	Stenographer (Personal Section)	Dip. In CP	23 Years	9620947682
2	Mahadevaswamy B	Stenographer    (Office Correspondence)	Dip. In CP	10 Years	7975293578
3	Basavaraju H R	SDA (Examination)	SSLC	22 Years	9980656767
4	Chaithra S S	SDA	B.Com	02 Years	9036826199
5	Megha B	SDA	M.Com	02 Years	8105558482
6	Pooja G S	SDA	B.Com	4 months	8971499873
7	Ramachandra T	Helper  Office	Literate	24 Years	9743347297
8	Smt. Nagarathna G	Peon	Literate	20 Years	9972567283

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Following are the Committees formed to assist the Polytechnic Administration:

1. Academic Board:

Under Autonomous scheme, the Institute has constituted the Academic Board to review and approve the academic related matters through meetings when and where required. 

Sl. No.	Constitution	Role
1	Principal	Chairman
2	One Representative from the State Board of Technical Examination	Member
3	One nominee from ISTE	Member
4	One member from NITTTR, Chennai	Member
5	Two experts from Industry	Member
6	HOD of Architecture	Member
7	HOD of Commercial Practice	Member
8	HOD of Computer Science  & Engg.	Member
9	HOD of Jewellery Design & Technology	Member
10	HOD of Electronics & Communication Engg.	Member
11	HOD of Computer Applications	Member
12	HOD of  Apparel Design and Fabrication Technology	Member
13	One Senior Faculty of the Institution	Member
14	One Representative of the Alumni of the Institution	Member
15	Controller of the Examination of the Institute	Member Secretary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roles and responsibilities:

• To frame curricula for the courses based on the guidelines of Directorate of Technical Education and get them approved by the Curriculum Development Cell, DTE, Govt. of Karnataka
• To decide the teaching methods and sequence.
• To evolve and adopt suitable practical and project oriented training programmes, educational tours etc.
• To update the course contents according to the changing needs and communicate them to the DTE.
• To device suitable methods of continuous internal evaluation system.
• To device suitable forms of records for entering marks / grades obtained by the students in the various tests and examinations.
• To appoint such other adhoc or standing committees to perform such functions as it may delegate in both Curriculum formation and evaluation.
• To perform such other functions as may be prescribed by the Directorate of Technical Education for maintaining high standard of technician training.

 

2. Awards Committee:

Under Autonomous scheme, the Institute has constituted the Awards Committee to review and approve the examination related matters through meetings at the end of each examination (twice in a year)

Sl. No.	Name & Designation	Role
1	Director, Technical Education Division, JSS Mahavidyapeetha	Chairman
2	Principal	Member
3	One Representative from the State Board of Technical Examination	Member
4	HOD of Architecture	Member
5	HOD of Commercial Practice	Member
6	HOD of Computer Science &Engg.	Member
7	HOD of Jewellery Design & Technology	Member
8	HOD of Electronics & Communication Engg.	Member
9	HOD of Computer Applications	Member
10	HOD of  Apparel Design and Fabrication Technology	Member
11	One Senior Faculty of the Institution	Member
12	Controller of the Examination of the Institute	Member Secretary

Roles and responsibilities:

• To review the working of the internal and external evaluation scheme and to inspect the records thereof.
• To provide statistical analysis of assessment of student’s performance and to suggest norms for grading based on the guidelines of the Directorate of Technical Education.
• To recommend candidates to the Board of Technical Examinations for either promotion to the next higher semester or for the award of Diplomas.
• To device suitable mechanism to hear and dispose of appeals from individual student against evaluation.
• To perform such other functions as may be prescribed by the Directorate in connection with evaluation of student’s performance.
• The Awards Committee shall meet as often as necessary, at least twice in a year.