Logos of India

ABDUL BARI MEMORIAL (ABM) COLLEGE, JAMSHEDPUR (A.B.M COLLEGE) The emblem of Abdul Bari Memorial (ABM) College, Jamshedpur (A.B.M College) features a traditional lamp and an open book ensconced by a circular border inscribed with the name of the college. Below the seal, on a banner, the name of the place of the college is written. At the bottom, on a banner, the motto of the college in Sanskrit ‘नास्ति विद्या समं चक्षु’ (Verse 12.169.33, Mahabharata) meaning ‘Knowledge is the Greatest Eye’. The lamp symbolises enlightenment, the removal of ignorance and the light of knowledge; and the book represents learning, education, and academic pursuit.

LOYOLA COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, JAMSHEDPUR (LCE JAMSHEDPUR) The emblem of Loyola College of Education, Jamshedpur (LCE Jamshedpur) features a cross supported by an open book and the monogram ‘IHS’and placed on a circle ensconced by a circular border inscribed with the name and place of the college. A pair of laurels support the seal. On a banner placed below the seal, the motto of the college ‘To be Men and Women for Others’ is written. The cross represents the union of faith and education; the book denotes the education and intellectual rigour imparted to students; ‘IHS’ is the emblem of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits); and  the laurels are symbols of ceremonies, victory, achievement, hard work and dedication.

RAM LAKHAN SINGH YADAV COLLEGE, RANCHI (RLSY RANCHI) The emblem of Ram Lakhan Singh Yadav College, Ranchi (RLSY Ranchi) features a rising sun with an open book ensconced by a circular border inscribed with the name of the college in Devanagari. The circle is placed on a flower-spread. The rising sun represents life, energy, power, positivity, illumination, light and clarity; and the book denotes knowledge, education, learning and wisdom.

SANJAY GANDHI MEMORIAL COLLEGE, RANCHI The emblem of Sanjay Gandhi Memorial College, Ranchi features a banyan tree surmounted by the motto of the college in Sanskrit ‘कल्पलतेव विद्या’ meaning ‘Knowledge is Like a Wish-fulfilling Creeper’ and ensconced by a circular border inscribed with the name of the college, a pair of crest of wheat and an open book. The banyan tree or Kalpavriksha represents wish-fulfilling tree and it symbolises the vastness of knowledge and a nurturing environment where students' potential can grow and flourish. The wheat crests symbolise fertility, growth and prosperity, reflecting the institution's commitment to the holistic development and bright and sustainable future of its students. The book is a universal symbol of formal education, literacy and the source of learning that the college provides through its undergraduate and vocational courses.

MADHUPUR COLLEGE, KALAN, JAJPUR The emblem of Madhupur College, Kalan, Jajpur rising sun with Swastika, a set of wavy lines, a tree and a veena ensconced by a circular border inscribed with the name and place of the college. Below the seal, on a banner , the motto of the college in Sanskrit ‘मधुबता रुतायते’ (मधु॒ वाता॑ ऋताय॒ते, Mandala 1, Sukta 90, Richa 6, Rigveda) meaning ‘The Winds Bring Sweet (Rewards)’. The sun represents the light of knowledge, wisdom and the removal of ignorance; the Swastika is a sacred symbol representing auspiciousness, well-being and prosperity; the wavy lines symbolise active life, the continuous flow of karma (actions) and the nearby river Brahmani which surrounds the college; the tree represents nature, growth and the local landmark of Nandankanan harbour area where the college is located; and the veena, a traditional musical instrument associated with Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and arts, symbolises the pursuit of fine arts and learning.

JAMSHEDPUR WOMEN’S UNIVERSITY (JSR WOMEN’S UNIVERSITY) The emblem of Jamshedpur Women’s University (JSR Women’s University ) features a flaming torch supported by a pair of elephants and ensconced by a leafy and floral circular border. The name of the university is written above the motifs and its motto in Sanskrit ‘सर्वं सम्भाव्यते त्वयि’ (Shlok 7, Chapter 32, Adi Parva, Mahabharata) meaning ‘All Possibilities are within’ is written below. This assemblage is placed within a spiked circular pattern. The flaming torch represents the light of knowledge, enlightenment, and the removal of ignorance; the elephants refer to the State of Jharkhand; the leaves and flowers are representative of the State; the spiked wheel refers to the Steel City of Jamshedpur.

JAMSHEDPUR CO-OPERATIVE COLLEGE (JCC) The emblem of Jamshedpur Co-operative College (JCC) features a shield inscribed with the motifs of a rocket, an open book with  inkwell and pen and a winged seal. Below the shield, on a banner, the motto of the in Sanskrit ‘सा विद्या या विमुक्तये’ Rishi Parāśara, 1,19.41, Viṣṇu Purāṇa) meaning ‘Knowledge is the One That Liberates’ is written. The shield denotes protection, courage, heritage, authority and bravery; the rocket symbolises science, engineering and technology; the book with ink and pen symbolises traditional academic learning, literature and the pursuit of knowledge; and the winged seal, often associated with aspirations, progress and the soaring of the human intellect through education.

KARIM CITY COLLEGE, JAMSHEDPUR (KCC JAMSHEDPUR) The emblem of Karim City College, Jamshedpur (KCC Jamshedpur) features a lit candle, a palm tree and an open book ensconced by a circular border inscribed with the name of the founder and the managing body.The motto of the college in Arabic ‘علم الانسان ما لم يعلم’ (Surah Al-Alaq 96:5, Quaran) meaning ‘He Taught Man That Which He Knew Not’ is written above the seal. The name of the college in Urdu ‘کریم سٹی کالج’ is written below the seal. This assemblage is placed in a circular border inscribed with the name and place of the college. The candle symbolises the lamp of education being lit for the community and the illumination of the mind; the palm tree is traditionally a symbol of growth, endurance and prosperity, often associated with the Middle Eastern heritage of the institution's founders;  book refers to the pursuit of knowledge, academic rigour and the importance of scholarship; and the stars signify excellence, guidance ...

THE GRADUATE SCHOOL COLLEGE FOR WOMEN, JAMSHEDPUR (TGSCW JAMSHEDPUR) The emblem of The Graduate School College for Women, Jamshedpur (TGSCW Jamshedpur) features a key with a pair of torches with flames supported by U-shaped depiction of its name. The motto of the college in Sanskrit ‘विद्याधनम् सर्वधर्म प्रधानम्’ (Bhartruhari, Niti Shataka) meaning ‘Knowledge is the Supreme of All Religions’ is written at the bottom. The torches symbolise enlightenment, wisdom and the eternal flame of knowledge ignited by teachers. The key in academic heraldry often represents the key to knowledge or access to new opportunities through education.

J. K. S. COLLEGE, JAMSHEDPUR (JKS COLLEGE) The emblem of J. K. S. College, Jamshedpur (JKS College) features a red rose supported by a pair of laurels and ensconced by a circular border inscribed with the name of the college in Devanagari and two sets of three stars. The year of establishment of the college is written on a panel below the seal. At the bottom, on a panel the motto of the college in Sanskrit ‘तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय’ (Yajnavalkya,1.3.28, Pavamana Mantra, Brihadaranyaka Upanishad) meaning ‘From Darkness Lead Me to Light’is written. The rose symbolsies divine love, compassion, and purity ; and the laurels are symbols of ceremonies, victory, achievement, hard work and dedication.

MAULANA AZAD COLLEGE, RANCHI (MAC RANCHI) The emblem of Maulana Azad College, Ranchi (MAC Ranchi) features a cross, an open book, a lamp, a local motif, laurels and chevrons supported by a banner inscribed with the place of the college. The name of the college is written above the motifs. The cross is a common symbol in educational emblems representing faith and spiritual foundation; the stylised lamp or torch symbolises the pursuit of excellence and the light of knowledge’; the book is a universal symbol for learning, education and the acquisition of knowledge; the traditional motif represents a local cultural motif; and the laurels and chevrons signify protection or achievement.

JAGANNATH NAGAR COLLEGE, DHURWA, RANCHI (JN COLLEGE) The emblem of Jagannath Nagar College, Dhurwa, Ranchi (JN College) features a circular blue floral spread holding the motifs of a traditional lamp, an open book and its motto in Sanskrit ‘तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय’ (Yajnavalkya,1.3.28, Pavamana Mantra, Brihadaranyaka Upanishad) meaning ‘From Darkness Lead Me to Light’. The motifs are ensconced by a circular border inscribed with the name and place of the college and a pair of ears of wheat. The lamp symbolises light, illumination, awakening, devotion, purity, guidance, protection, hope and prosperity; the book denotes knowledge, education, learning and wisdom; the ears of wheat refers to agriculture; and the blue floral circle symbolises wholes, protection and eternity.

RANCHI WOMEN'S COLLEGE, RANCHI (RWC RANCHI) The red colour emblem of Ranchi Women's College, Ranchi (RWC Ranchi) features a traditional lamp placed within a decorative circular border representing unity, continuity and the holistic nature of learning. The repetitive decorative patterns are often stylistic and represent structured growth. The lamp symbolises light, illumination, awakening, devotion, purity, guidance, protection, hope and prosperity. The name of the college its motto in Sanskrit  ‘तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय’ (Yajnavalkya,1.3.28, Pavamana Mantra, Brihadaranyaka Upanishad) meaning ‘From Darkness Lead Me to Light’ is inscribed on the circular border.

NIRMALA COLLEGE, RANCHI The red and gold shield-shaped emblem of Nirmala College, Ranchi features a sacred heart, three red roses, golden lily or fleur-de-lis, twelve stars. Below the shield, on a red banner, the motto of the college in Latin ‘Cor Unum Anima Una’ (4:32, Acts of the Apostles), translates to ‘One Heart, One Mind’ is written, The sacred heart symbolises the Sacred Heart of Jesus, representing Christ's love radiating for all mankind; the red roses represent the three major humanitarian works of the SCJM congregation: ‘Teaching, Nursing, and Social Work’; the fleur-de-lis and twelve stars Mother Mary; the red background symbolises love and courage, while the gold elements denote faith and wisdom; and the central gold band is also described as a golden pathway, symbolising a life of love, compassion and selfless service toward the poor.

MAULANA AZAD COLLEGE, KOLKATA (MAC KOLKATA) The greenish emblem of Maulana Azad College, Kolkata (MAC Kolkata) features a traditional balcony of Indo-Saracenic architecture circumscribed by two names of colleges and ensconced by a circular border inscribed with the name of the college. The balcony symbolises unity in diversity, reflecting the institution's ethos of harmony across different religions and cultures. The colour green represents the Islamic orientation.  

GOSSNER COLLEGE COLLEGE, RANCHI The green colour emblem of Gossner College College, Ranchi features a shield inscribed with the motifs of a man carrying a traditional shoulder pole with baskets, representing the agrarian and labor-intensive lifestyle of the region's tribal communities, a bow and arrow and a woman carrying a load on her head, further emphasizing the daily life and hardworking spirit of the local people. A cross crests the shield. The shield is placed on a panel inscribed with the name of the college and supported by a banner inscribed with the motto of the college ‘Arise and Uplift’. Below the panel, the year of establishment of the college is written. The shield denotes protection, courage, heritage, authority and bravery; the bow and arrow is a traditional symbol of the tribal identity and defence of the Chotanagpur region, where the college is located; and the cross signifies that the college is governed by the Gossner Evangelical Lutheran Church (GELC) an...

MARWARI COLLEGE, RANCHI The emblem of Marwari College, Ranchi features a blue gearwheel inscribed with the name and motto of the college in Devanagari. The motto of the college in Sanskrit reads ‘आ नो भद्राः क्रतवो यन्तु विश्वतः’ (I-89-i, Rig Veda) meaning ‘Let Noble Thoughts Come to Me From All Directions’. The gearwheel houses the motifs of an open book, a gearwheel, a hand holding a torch with flame and an image of the local landscape. The gearwheel denotes technology, engineering, interconnectedness, efficiency, precision, progress, advancement, synchronisation, timing, order and structure; the book refers to knowledge, education, learning and wisdom; and the torch with flame is an emblem of enlightenment, hope, life, truth and the regenerative power. The colour blue signifies serenity, calmness, trust, spirituality, wisdom, freedom, openness, intelligence and loyalty.

ST. XAVIER'S COLLEGE, RANCHI (SXC RANCHI) The emblem of St. Xavier's College, Ranchi (SXC Ranchi) features a shield inscribed with the IHS Monogram, a traditional lamp, a pair of gear wheels and an ear of grain. The motto of the college in Latin ‘Lucens et Ardens’ meaning ‘Spreading Light and Burning Bright’ is inscribed on a banner placed below the shield. The shield denotes protection, courage, heritage, authority and bravery; IHS monogram represents the first three letters of the name ‘Jesus’ in Greek (Jesu, Huios Soter – Jesus, Son and Redeemer) and also it is the emblem of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits); the ear of grain and wheels represent agriculture and industrialisation; and the lamp symbolises the aim to illumine the world and society through wisdom and education.

GOSSNER THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE, RANCHI (GTC RANCHI) The emblem of Gossner Theological College, Ranchi (GTC Ranchi) features a cross, a dove, an open book and its year of establishment ensconced by a circular border inscribed with the initials of its name and motto of the college ‘To Unite Everything in Christ’ and a pair of traditional lamps. The cross is a symbol of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and represents the redeeming benefits of his sacrifice and divine love; the dove represents the Holy Spirit, peace, purity and God's presence; the book is Bible, which represents the Word of God, scripture and the foundation of wisdom and theological study; and the lamps refer to the Holy Spirit in Christianity often or the ‘water of life’.

DORANDA COLLEGE, RANCHI The emblem of Doranda College, Ranchi features a shield with red outlines housing the motifs of a scene of local landscape, a traditional lamp placed on a lotus, a gearwheel and a pair of wheat ears. A rising sun surmounted by the motto of the college in Sanskrit ‘तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय’ (Yajnavalkya,1.3.28, Pavamana Mantra, Brihadaranyaka Upanishad) meaning ‘From Darkness Lead Me to Light’ crests the shield. The shield is supported by a banner inscribed with the name and place of the college in Devanagari. The shield denotes protection, courage, heritage, authority and bravery; the landscape refers to the local mountains; the lamp symbolises light, illumination, awakening, devotion, purity, guidance, protection, hope and prosperity; the lotus denotes purity, enlightenment, rebirth, transformation, personal growth, resilience, overcoming obstacles and divine beauty; the gearwheel refers to science, technology and engineering; the wheat ears refer to agricult...