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   <i class="bi bi-geo-alt-fill me-2 text-primary"></i> Bishop Jerome Institute</h1></div>
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        Bishop Jerome Institute (BJI) is a premier educational landmark located in the heart of Kollam city, Kerala. Situated on the Fatima College Road in the Karbala area, the institute is exceptionally well-placed for students arriving for competitive or academic exams. Unlike many modern exam centers that are tucked away on city outskirts, BJI is right in the urban center, making it one of the most accessible venues in the district. Its proximity to the main railway station and the central bus station is a major relief for candidates who might be traveling from other parts of Kerala. The campus is known for its discipline and organized layout, providing a calm environment even though it is just a stone's throw away from the city's busy hubs. The surrounding area is well-developed, with plenty of options for food, stationery, and accommodation, ensuring students have everything they need within walking distance.    </div>
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                        <p class="mb-0 small text-dark"><ul class="mb-0 ps-3"><li><strong>Trivandrum International Airport (TRV): </strong>The airport is approximately 65 to 70 km away from the institute.  Travel Time: 1.5 to 2 hours by road.</li><li><strong>How to reach: </strong>The most reliable way is to take a taxi or an Uber/Ola directly from the airport to Kollam. A more budget-friendly option is to take a 15-minute taxi to Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station and board a train to Kollam Junction, which takes about an hour. Direct KSRTC buses from Trivandrum to Kollam are also available every few minutes.</li></ul></p>
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            <p class="mb-0 small text-dark"><ul class="mb-0 ps-3"><li><strong>Kollam Junction (QLN): </strong>This is the closest and most convenient transit point, located just 1 km (or less) from Bishop Jerome Institute.  Travel Time: 5 minutes by auto; 10–12 minutes if you choose to walk.  How to reach: Exit from the main gate of the railway station. You will see an organized auto-rickshaw stand immediately outside.  Fare Estimate: Since it is very close, a private auto-rickshaw will charge the minimum fare, usually around ₹30 – ₹50. If you don&#039;t have heavy luggage, walking is a very viable option.</li></ul></p>
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            <p class="mb-0 small text-dark"><ul class="mb-0 ps-3"><li><strong>Chinnakkada Bus Stop / Kollash KSRTC Bus Stand: </strong>The Kollam KSRTC Bus Stand is about 3 km away, while the local Chinnakkada Bus Stop is roughly 1.7 km from the venue.</li><li><strong>Bus Routes: </strong>Direct bus connectivity is excellent. Most city buses and inter-district buses stop at Chinnakkada or the main stand.</li><li><strong>Approximate Fare:: </strong>₹10 for a local bus; ₹60 – ₹80 for a private auto-rickshaw from the main bus stand.</li></ul></p>
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