JNIS

Illuminating All with the Lamp of Knowledge

Founded in 1970, the Narsee Monjee Educational Trust was established with a singular vision: to illuminate minds through the transformative power of education. Inspired by the enduring legacy of Shri Narsee Monjee—visionary entrepreneur, committed nationalist and champion of excellence—the Trust has spent over five decades shaping future-ready leaders, innovators and responsible global citizens. Today, its name stands as a hallmark of academic distinction, integrity and world-class education.

The Strategic Timeline

Interaction
1959
1970
1971
2015
The Genesis
Shri Narsee Monjee and Jamnabai Narsee Public Charitable Trust is founded to give back to society and support needy students.
NMET Formalized
Narsee Monjee Educational Trust (NMET) launched with a focus on driving the educational hub vision of Juhu Vile Parle.
Jamnabai Narsee School
The iconic school opens its doors in Mumbai, instantly becoming a standard-setter for foundational learning.
Global Expansion
The vision scales with the simultaneous creation of Jamnabai Narsee School (GIFT City) and Jamnabai Narsee International School (JNIS) (Mumbai).

Pillars of Philosophy

Co-Founder

Shri Chatrabhuj Narsee

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Founding Trustee

Shri Chatrabhuj Narsee

Self-study as a lifelong discipline

“The child must learn to excel for his own sake. Self-study must be an integral feature of education. A teacher must be an eternal learner.”

Value of Thrift
Co-Founder

Shri Pratap Narsee

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Founding Trustee

Shri Pratap Narsee

Excellence through fitness and balance

“In order to achieve excellence, the student must be health-conscious and work towards fitness. Play is as crucial as academic work.”

Institutional Unity
Co-Founder

Shri Dharamshi Narsee

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Founding Trustee

Shri Dharamshi Narsee

Teaching as light, values as method

“A torch cannot be lit without a flame. The teacher, like a flame, has to enlighten her ward. Education is a blend of Ahara, Vihara, Achara, and Vichara.”

Joyful Learning
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Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.

For over five decades, the Narsee Monjee Educational Trust has shaped India’s educational landscape, nurturing generations through learning grounded in excellence, character and purpose. Its enduring legacy continues to illuminate minds and inspire leaders who will create a better future.