Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research - An Autonomous Institution

visitor information

Visitors to JNCASR

Visitors to JNCASR may fall into one of the following categories:

  • Guests
  • Visiting Researchers/Students within the country on collaborative work & under JNCASR Programmes
  • Visiting Researchers/Students from abroad on collaborative work
  • School/College Students for Lectures, Workshops, Exhibitions, and Study of Architecture
  • Parents of Students/Staff
  • Vendors, Contractors, and Company Representatives
  • Any Other Visitors

General Guidelines

All visitors shall follow the prescribed security and general guidelines and abide by campus rules and regulations.

Guest Accommodation

The JNCASR has guest rooms at Jawahar Visitor's House (JVH) and JNC Guest Rooms located in the Indian Institute of Science campus, managed by the Administrative Officer. The guest house in Jakkur, dedicated for parents/guests of students, is managed by the Wardens. The Director/In-Charge of ICMS approves accommodation for the I-House. All bookings follow standard norms.

Guest Visit Procedure

Guests visit the Centre by invitation, and their visit details are shared with Security. The Administration Officers or concerned faculty manage entry permits, necessary formalities, and follow-ups. The Administrative Officer issues approvals for campus stays or guest house accommodations.

Visiting Researchers/Students (Within India)

Researchers and students under JNCASR programmes must enter with their ID cards and carry a copy of the invitation letter. Concerned faculty members will facilitate entry and take responsibility for visitors in this category. Accommodation arrangements must be coordinated with the Associate Director, ICMS, or the Administrative Officer.

Visiting Researchers/Students (From Abroad)

International researchers and students must have an official invitation, ID cards, passport, and related documents. They must comply with statutory guidelines and security clearances from local and central governments. Compliance with visa conditions and Ministry of Human Resource (MHA) norms is mandatory. Administrative Officer approval is required for guest house or hostel stays.

School/College Student Visits

School and college students visiting for lectures, workshops, exhibitions, or architectural studies are permitted for specific hours with permission from the Fellowship & Extension Section (F&E). They must strictly adhere to instructions and ensure minimal disturbance to campus activities. If accommodation is needed, approval from Competent Authorities is required.

Parents of Students/Staff

Parents may visit the Centre with prior approval from the Wardens for specific days. They are required to stay within the residential area, and their activities will be the responsibility of the concerned student or staff member. Access to campus facilities is limited.

Vendors, Contractors, and Company Representatives

Concerned Officers or Faculty members must inform Security in advance. Based on this information, Security will issue time-specific passes. Visitors must sign out with a signature from the person they visited before returning the pass to Security.

Other Visitors

All other visitors require approval from the Administrative Officer with specified visit details.