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Adequate accommodation for people with disabilities

At O.P. Jindal Global University, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and enabling environment for all students. We provide comprehensive accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with national and international guidelines, including the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (2016), Mental Health Care Act (2017), and UGC recommendations.

View JGU's Reasonable Accommodation Policy

Physical Accessibility

  1. Wheelchair-accessible infrastructure: ramps, lifts, tactile pathways, and designated restrooms
  2. Dedicated spaces and modified housing for students with mobility needs
  3. Accessible signage and digital library services, including the Abhigamya section for visually impaired students
Braille Signage in Elevators
Accessible Washrooms Ramp Access Wheel Chairs on request

Academic Adjustments

  1. Individualized support through the Disability Support Committee (DSC)
  2. Academic modifications: scribes, extra exam time, note-taking support, flexible attendance
  3. Use of assistive technologies such as screen readers and speech-to-text tools
  4. Inclusive and Accessible Library -  The Global Library has an exclusive section, Abhigamya or Accessible Library, for members of the JGU community with special needs. Abhigamya is equipped with devices and software to convert text to digital braille, and audio books and vice versa. The service can be used for online learning as well. Any library material can be converted into digital braille. Students will however be required to arrange their own digital braille reading/writing devices.


Accessible Library

Campus Inclusion Initiatives

  1. Student-led peer networks like Apoyo and the Disability Inclusion Society
  2. Integration of disability rights into JGU’s broader diversity and sustainability strategy
  3. Recognition of alumni working in the field through the annual Social Impact Award

Institutional Commitment

  1. JGU’s accessibility efforts align with SDG 3, 4, 5, and 10, ensuring equitable education and wellbeing
  2. Policies are reviewed regularly to promote universal design in learning and campus life
  3. Sustainability practices and physical planning prioritize inclusive participation

For more detailed guidelines or to request specific support, please visit this page or contact the Disability Support Committee.