Introduction :–For many decades, traditional lectures were the predominant mode of teaching and learning. The traditional lecture, where a teacher delivers a monolog to a large audience of students who passively receive the information, has been a popular mode of instruction for centuries.¹ The Jigsaw method is a form of cooperative learning, in which students are actively involved in the teaching–learning process.

Aim and Objectives :–To assessing the student’s perception about the jigsaw method of teaching–learning in the subject of microbiology.

Methodology:– This was prospective, interventional study in 2^nd MBBS Students.Students with sensitization & obtaining informed consent for voluntary participation in this study. The task was a part of a routine unconventional activity during tutorial one hour. This was an open–label study on 50 (n=50) undergraduate students.

Conclusion :–Students perceived the jigsaw procedure as being very positive especially as an alternative learning experience. Students appreciated the technique as a time–saver and viewed it is a change of pace.