K J Somaiya Junior College of Arts and Commerce

Know your College……Come grow with us

Re-accredited by NAAC with ‘Grade A’ and CGPA 3.33

Campus Prayer

Founder’s Message

Shri Samir Somaiya(President)

Smt .Leelaben Kotak(Founder Trustee)

At the helm of Vidyavihar

Prof. RajasekharanPillai

(Provost)

Lt. Gen. Jagbir Singh(Secretary)

Guiding Principles

Vision: To empower a cross-section of the society through excellent education based on

a sound value system.

Mission: To Impart qualitative and valuable service to all those who need it the most. To attain community and social development through Education. To aim at overall personality development of the students through curricular,

co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.

Dear students,

I am proud to be the alumni of K J Somaiya College of Arts and Commerce and I have witnessed its emergence and growth from being pioneering institute in languages, humanities and commerce in Mumbai to one of the most coveted and trusted institutes across IndiaWhile academic excellence is of course encouraged and rewarded, a variety of extra- curricular activities conducted by the institution enable the students to explore and bring out their talents and potential. This in turn, will help them to develop a forward looking and confident personality.In this campus is a winning combination. Epoch making ideas are combined with good class rooms, libraries, IT labs, excellent sports, research facilities and a sound academic environment. Young minds will be able to travel easily through the vast ocean of knowledge.Our students will not only embark towards becoming successful graduates but also become good human beings and wise citizens of our nation.

Dr. (Smt.) Veena Sanekar(I/C Principal)

Principal’s Message

Our Accomplishments

Re-accredited by NAAC with ‘Grade A’ and CGPA 3.33 Selected by the University Grants Commission under the ‘College with

Potential for Excellence’ scheme Ranked 3rd in the stream of Commerce in Mumbai and 14th at an All India

level* Ranked 2nd in the Stream of Arts in Mumbai and 17th at an All India level* Ranked 5th in Mumbai and 22nd at an All India level by India Private

Higher Education Rankings 2019-20, by Education World

*India Today Rankings 2019

Vice-Principal’s Special Words

My dear young buddies,At the outset, let me extend a warm welcome to you to the campus and to ourcollege!The modern era is the era of knowledge. People with excellent knowledge and

credentials are doing so well in the world arena.My advice to my young students is “Dream BIG, study well and performbrilliantly”. Let me quote our former president Shri.A.P.J.Abdul Kalam whosaid “Dreams are not what you see in sleep. They are things that do not let you sleep”.Hard work and commitment are important traits that you should cultivate.Our college is equipped with well trained and qualified teachers who will guideyou in acquiring knowledge and performing well in exams.The campus offers you a variety of facilities. Our sports infrastructure is worldclass. Use it to obtain a fit mind in a super fit body.Our library too is world class. You can access all books personally and onlinetoo. Use it “Read, understand and update”!I hope your stint in the campus enriches you and the campus is enriched byyour presence.Let me bless you and wish you all the best..

Ms. Kanchana Rajgopal

Supervisor’s Words

Dear Students,

Education is a key to SUCCESS .Education not only gives us a platform to succeed but also the knowledge of social conduct, strength, character and self-respect.

“Knowledge is power…It is a personalized asset. No thief, however skillful, can rob one of knowledge, and that is why knowledge is the best and safest treasure to acquire”.

You have now arrived at a world class institution where you can acquire cutting edge knowledge. It is our commitment to provide you with best possible education and enrich your knowledge. Our mission here is to create a lively learning community where you can thrive, belong and grow to become a successful individual in your field and interest.

Your academic success is our top priority.

Be Blessed.

Mrs. Pramila Shettigar

The KJ Somaiya College Campus

> 55 acres of sylvan surroundings> 39,000 students

> 1,450 faculty members> 35 institutes

Courses offered in Junior College

The college has two streams:Arts

Subjects taught: English Sanskrit Hindi Marathi Gujarati Japanese Economics Political Science History Sociology Information Technology EVS Geeta /Ethics Physical Education

Commerce

Subjects taught: English Sanskrit Hindi Marathi Gujarati Japanese Economics Book-keeping and Accountancy Organization of Commerce Secretarial Practice Mathematics Information Technology EVS Geeta/ Ethics Physical Education*French and German are offered only in Unaided section.

Our HSC Examination Results

Month & Year No. of Students Distinction First Class Second Class Pass 6Class Total Pass College

PercentageBoard

Percentage

March 2019 232 63 122 39 04 228 98.27 76.45

March 2018 223 58 127 36 0 221 99.10 80.12

Month & Year No. of Students Distinction First Class Second Class Pass Class Total Pass College

PercentageBoard

Percentage

March 2019 952 729 197 23 0 949 99.68 88.28

March 2018 942 642 264 30 2 938 99.57 86.04

Arts Stream:

Commerce Stream:

2 students scored 100% in Book Keeping & Accountancy March 2019 HSC Examinations. 2 students scored 100% in Mathematics in the March 2019 HSC Examinations.

The future is shaped one day at a time It is never as far away as we think It is not time which needs to be managed, it is ‘ourselves’ College class rooms are where you ought to be A minimum of 75% attendance in each subject is compulsory

Convener: Mrs.Mugdha Risbud

Attendance Policy

The mode by which the inevitable comes to pass is effort Wisdom is knowing what to do next; Virtue is doing it Please check:

Examinations Marks Duration

I Unit Test 25 1 hour

Terminal Exam 50 1½ hours

II Unit Test 25 1 hour

Final Exam 80

(+20 : Project / Oral / Practical)

3 hours

Examination

Examinations Marks Duration

Terminal Exam 80 3 hours

Preliminary Exam 80 (+20 : Project / Oral / Practical)

3 hours

Board Exam 80 (+20 : Project / Oral / Practical)

3 hours

11th Standard 12th Standard

Examination datesSeating arrangementPortionPaper patternEvaluation methodSubmission dates of projects

Grades will be awarded in Health and Physical Education Attendance in Theory Examination and Practicals in Physical

Education is compulsory for passing Failure to submit EVS Project/ Assignments implies loss of a

full academic year All subjects will be for 100 marks except EVS and PE which

will have grades

Desire a fabulous performance at the Board Examinations?

Avail of Special tips Time saving techniques Expert views

Don’t miss these sessions!

Expert Guidance Sessions

Mind at unrest? Unanswered questions? Unable to cope?

Avail of counselling sessions with our experienced psychiatrist Dr. Shrirang Joshi…Contact: Ms. Kanchana Rajagopal

Mr. Shreerang Kashikar

College Counselling

Feeling low?Stressed and confused?Seeking answers?

Books – 86264Titles – 63890Encyclopedia – 629Periodicals / Journals – 124, E-books -758E - Resources –

1. Inflibnet Nlist - It includes 6000+ E-Journals & 31,35,000+E-books

2. Discovery Service of Somaiya Vidyavihar - It includes 4000+ E-Journals & 100000+E-books

Back Volumes - 825Rare Books - 427Braille Books - 8CDs - 1684Audio Cassettes - 31VCD - 59Maps 136Newspapers - 16

Library – Your Bank of Knowledge

“Minds alive on shelves; Not heaps of printed paper

Read, Research and Ponder; You have to go Yonder!!”

Language & IT Labs

“Keep yourself ahead of the times”

Well-equipped Language Laboratory to enable learning of the English language 51 computers

High-speed internet connectivity Training for online exams

“Make your personality sportive and develop the champion in you.”

Enjoy indoor games like Chess, Carrom, Table tennis, Squash or Badminton or outdoor games like Cricket, Foot ball, Basketball, Volleyball, Handball and outdoor Chess

Take advantage of our facilities and expert coaching:

Pulley

Bench press

Dumbbells and bar bells

Treadmills

Wooden flooring badminton court, squash court

Athletic track-400 meters State of the Art Olympic Track

Jumping Pit

Basket ball court

Gymkhana and Sports

Canteens

“When your stomach growls, the aroma can lead you”

From morning seven until late,

Yummy food on your plate!

Tasty treats

Affordable prices

Multi-cuisine options

Choice of Five venues

Environmental Education

“Action of today becomes destiny of tomorrow.

Let’s save Mother Earth.”

Project and Assignment / Workshop Strictly adhere to submission dates Mandatory for class XI and XII Board examinations

Motto: ”Not me but you”

National Service Scheme

A stage to ventilate one’s empathy towards society Foster a culture of community service Visualize problems and offer solutions

Projects on:Literacy, slum and rural development, AIDS awareness, child labour, gender equality, communal harmony, saving natural resources…..Convener: Mrs. Meera Kulkarni & Mrs. Rosily Poulose

Language Fora

“Talent is the key to success, but you still have to find the door…

A Forum where budding talent is tenderly nurtured.”

Language Fora

Hindi Parisabha

Marathi Prabodhan

Sanskrit Sabha

Gujarati Sahitya Mandal

English Athenaeum

Gujarati Sahitya Mandal

Hindi Parisabha

Marathi Prabodhan

English Athenaeum

Sanskrit Sabha

Do something today that your future self will thank you for…

Showcase to the world what you are capable of…

A gamut of events you can participate in…

Contact: Convener Mr. Ravindra Ughade

Cultural Forum

“The umbrella unit that hosts celebrations and competitions of the cultural kind”

Code of Conduct

Wear your identity card Attend classes regularly: 75% attendance is compulsory for eligibility for examinations Be well-groomed: No sleeveless shirts, shorts or short dresses Maintain silence in the classrooms, corridors and in the library No mobile phones in the classroom• Be personally present at the time of admission and results each year with your Identity Card and

Fee Receipt Keep yourself updated by checking notice boards, SMS alerts and visiting our website

(www.somaiya.edu/kjsac) everyday. To access services to SVV AD Portal ,For Example :To apply for Railway Travel concession ,

Internet access both Wired & Wi-Fi, maintain your Somaiya E-mail ID.

List of Teachers

ENGLISHSMT. CYNTHIA MENDES SMT. PRAJAKTA NALAWADESMT. SHILPA KULKARNISMT. FARZEEN SHROFF MS. AMEERA SHAIKH

MARATHISMT. SUCHETA NALAWADESMT. MEERA KULKARNI

HINDIDR. (SMT.) ANITA THAKKER SMT. RENUKA MISHRASMT. KRISHNA SINGH

GUJARATIDR. (SMT.)PREETI DAVE

SANSKRITSMT. MUGDHA RISBUD

JAPANESESMT. MAMATA ATHALYE

I/C PRINCIPAL - DR (SMT) VEENA SANEKAR

COMMERCEMS. R. KANCHANSMT. JESSICA SHAHSHRI. SHREERANG KASHIKAR SHRI. PARESH DANISHRI. ANAND BANSODESHRI. ARVIND SHIRKESMT. MANNUDEVI SINGHSMT. SAMIDHA BHOSALESHRI. SAGAR SHINDESMT. SATYABHAMA NADAR

ECONOMICSSMT. PRAMILA SHETTIGAR SMT. SUNILA MOHIKARDR. SANDEEP BHALERAO MS. PRIYANKA TRIPATHIMS. SONI YADAV

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION SHRI RAVINDRA UGHADE

HISTORYSHRI . SACHIN PAWAR

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SMT. DEEPA NARAYANAN

KUTTYSMT. VASUMATHI PAULRAJ

MATHSSMT. ROSILY POULOSESMT. JAYASREE NARAYANANSMT. TANISHA UGALMUGLESHRI. DEEPAKKUMAR GUPTA

PHYSICAL EDUCATION SHRI. SANJAY CHOUGULE

POLITICAL SCIENCESMT. VIJAYALAXMI NAIR

SOCIOLOGYSMT. PRASANNA SUVARNA

REGISTRARSMT. MEENA POPTANI

Vice Principal – MS. R. KANCHANA Supervisor – SMT PRAMILA SHETTIGAR

Academic Calendar 2019 -2020

17th June Reopening of the Junior College

First week of August XIth Std Orientation/ XIth Std classes begin

12th August Bakri- Eid

15th August Independence Day

Second week of August Projects/Assignments – XIIth Std.*

17th August Parsi New Year

2nd September Ganesh Chaturthi

First/Second week of September XI Std First Unit Test *

10th September2nd October8th October

MuharramMahatma Gandhi JayantiDussera

Last week of October I Semester exams – XII Std /XI Projects/Assignment XI *

21st October – 9th November Diwali Vacations

First Term: June 2019 to November 2019Second Term: November 2019 to May 2020

12th November Guru Nanak Jayanti

Last week of November I semester Exams - XI Std Projects/Assignments *

2nd week of December Expert Guidance Lectures3rd week of December Sports Day

25th December 2018 – 1st January 2019 Christmas Vacation 1st week of January Preliminary Examination XII Std *26th January Republic Day – Flag HoistingLast week of January XI Std Second Unit Test *

First week of February XIIth Std Board exam – Orals *19th February Chhatrapati Shivaji Jayanti

21st February Mahashivaratri10th March Holi - Dhoolivandan25th March Gudhi Padwa

2nd pril Ram Navami

6th April Mahavir Jayanti

10th April Good Friday

14th April Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar JayantiLast week of March Annual Examination XIth Std *

Last week of April Result & Admission to XIIth Std

* Subject to change

Wishing you the very best !