About Us
"PTST Snatak" refers to individuals who have successfully completed the Shastri (undergraduate) course from Shri Todarmal Digamber Jain Siddhant Mahavidyalaya, an educational institution under the Pandit Todarmal Smarak Trust (PTST) in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Overview of PTST Snatak
Institution: The Snatak degree is awarded by Shri Todarmal Digamber Jain Siddhant Mahavidyalaya, a prominent Jain studies college that started in 1977.
Course of Study: The primary undergraduate program is the three-year Shastri course, which is affiliated with the Rajasthan Sanskrit University.
Curriculum: The institution focuses on deep study and understanding of Jain philosophy and scriptures (Jain Darshan and Siddhant).
Impact: Over 1,100 students have graduated as Snatak (scholars) from the institution since its founding. These alumni are involved in serving the Jain community in various capacities, including religious teaching, civil service, and government jobs.
The Snatak Parishad
The PTST also has a "Snatak Parishad" (Alumni Council/Association), which provides a platform for graduates to connect, register their profiles, and contribute to the trust's activities.
The main objective of the institution and the Snatak program is to produce knowledgeable scholars who can propagate the teachings of Jainism.