Maharani Shri Jaya College, widely known as M.S.J. College, stands as one of Rajasthan's oldest and most distinguished institutions of higher learning. Established in 1941 by the Maharaja of Bharatpur, the college was founded with the mission ‘Sa Vidya Ya Vimuktaye’, meaning ‘Education to Liberate’. Initially an intermediate college, M.S.J. College expanded to offer degree programs in 1947 and reached postgraduate status in 1977. From 1987 to 1995, it held the esteemed designation of an autonomous institution, underscoring its academic leadership in the region.

Affiliated with Maharaja Surajmal Brij University in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, M.S.J. College is a government institution committed to delivering quality education through diverse undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under sections 2(f) and 12(B) since 1972, M.S.J. College benefits from grants supporting its growth and modernization. This prestigious status allows M.S.J. College to continue fostering academic excellence and empowering students, making it a cornerstone of educational advancement in Rajasthan.