Know all about SRM University Delhi NCR: An interaction with Lakshay Bhardwaj (BA LLB Hons. student)

In this exclusive interview with Careers360, Lakshay Bhardwaj, a third year BA LLB Hons. student enrolled at SRM University, provides detailed insights into his decision to choose the university, its distinctive features, the admission procedure, placement opportunities, campus facilities, and other crucial aspects. Read the full article for complete information.

About: SRM University is a private university that was established in 2013. The university is approved by UGC (University Grants Commission) and the NBA (National Board of Accreditation). SRM University courses are offered at the undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels. To enrol in SRM University programmes candidates need to fulfil the required eligibility criteria as per the course choice. SRM University admissions are merit and entrance based.

Careers360: Tell us something about yourself including your place of origin?"

Answer: My name is Lakshay Bhardwaj and I was born and brought up in Delhi.

Careers360: Presently which course are you pursuing and in which year are you?

Answer: I am currently in the third year, pursuing BA LLB Hons. at SRM University, Sonepat.

Careers360: Did you face any difficulty in the initial months when you joined the institute?

Answer: Personally, I didn't face any difficulty, as the admission department was very cooperative and helped me out of the way if I had any issues in the university. For this, I would like to thank Manoj Kutty Sir who was the Deputy Director at that time and is currently the Director of Admission & Outreach, as well as Vikas Bajaj Sir from the same office.

Careers360:What activities are provided at the institute? Are there clubs available for different extracurricular activities? Are you currently involved in any of these clubs?

Answer: Well, there are many clubs in the university, I was a part of Debating Society which is also called (MERAKI) where I was actively involved in competition and currently, I am a core member of the Moot Court Committee, Legal Aid Society & NCC.

Careers360: Describe a typical day at SRM University- what are the activities you do from the moment you wake up until bedtime?

Answer: I live in the southwest part of Delhi, so it takes me around 1:10 hours to reach SRM University. The first problem upon reaching the university is finding parking space, as we don’t have Parking space in university. Following the commencement of classes, I attend lectures until around 4:30 p.m If we have any meeting of the Committee during university hours we attend it. I try to leave SRM university immediately after the classes get over as I have to travel a bit longer. After reaching home I prioritise completing any assignments, maintaining a habit of timely task completion to avoid backlog. By 10pm, I try to sleep.

Careers360: What is the faculty-student ratio at SRM University, and how would you describe the teacher-student relationship based on your understanding?

Answer: As a law student, our department recently shifted to a new building where the classrooms are more spacious compared to our previous location. In our class of 50 students, there is a ratio of 70:30 between male and female students respectively. The faculty-to-student ratio I believe would be 30:1. The Faculty are very strict and cooperative at the same time. They have immense knowledge about the subject.

Careers360: What facilities are available at SRM University campus? What do you like here the most which you feel is unique and differentiating?

Answer: SRM University facilities include sports equipment, library resources, and club facilities. Personally, I am particularly interested in engaging in sports activities. Additionally, the university has Siemens Centre of Excellence, Bosch Centre of Excellence, as well as an Incubation and Innovation Centre.

Careers360: What about the medical facilities? Can you avail requisite medical attention if needed in an emergency?

Answer: We have a hospital in the campus and the fee charged is Rs. 10. It is a charitable hospital not only for students but also for the local population.I recall a situation where a hostel resident encountered a health issue and was admitted to the hospital. So not only the warden who is also a professor at the university but the department staff also went to the hospital.

Careers360: How do you balance your studies, projects, exams and other activities?

Answer: I balance studies, projects, exams, and other activities through effective time management. I effectively prioritise the activities which are crucial and time management plays a vital role in it.

Careers360: What are the popular hangout spots at the institute? What, according to you, are the most-visited places nearby?

Answer: The primary hangout spots within the institute include the food court area, notably Bunny's Kitchen, which is the most popular location, followed by Royal Cafe. Additionally, the nearby Murthal Dhabas is the most visited area nearby. As a suggestion, it would be beneficial to have more cafes or food courts, as well as recreational areas with amenities like snooker or foosball tables within the campus building.

Careers360: How do you spend your leisure time at SRM University campus?

Answer: I like to organise events whether they are held on the university campus or elsewhere. Typically, I spend time planning these events in the library, carefully mapping out the details.

Careers360: Do you have any social media page where the students express their views, jokes or ideas, or maybe even a blog where they write about their experience of life at campus?

Answer: Yes, several social media platforms including Instagram accounts like prisma.srmuh and tarangsrm that are managed by university students.

Careers360: What type of companies come for campus recruitment and what percentage of students get placed every year? How is the recruitment process at SRM University?

Answer: The recruitment scenario at SRM University is decent, with a majority of students securing internship opportunities. Several Tier II companies come during the campus recruitment drive.

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