Government Arts College (Autonomous), Kumbakonam
One of India's Oldest Government Institutions for Excellence in Arts and Science Education
About Government Arts College (Autonomous), Kumbakonam
Government Arts College (Autonomous), Kumbakonam, established in 1854, is one of the oldest higher educational institutions in India and among the most prestigious government colleges in Tamil Nadu. The college became autonomous in 1987 and is affiliated with Bharathidasan University. Spread across a spacious campus on the banks of the River Cauvery, it offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in Arts, Science and Commerce. The institution is renowned for its academic heritage, distinguished alumni including Srinivasa Ramanujan, quality teaching, strong research culture, and affordable higher education. It provides excellent library facilities, laboratories, hostels, sports infrastructure and various student development activities.
Highlights
Courses Offered
Admission Process
Eligibility
Pass in Higher Secondary (10+2) from a recognized board for UG programmes.
Application
Apply through the Tamil Nadu Government Arts & Science College admission portal.
Counselling / Merit
Admission is based on merit following Government of Tamil Nadu reservation policy.
Document Verification
Submit original certificates, community certificate, transfer certificate and ID proof.
Fee Payment
Pay prescribed government fees to confirm admission.
Facilities
Placement Information
Scholarships
- BC/MBC Scholarship
- SC/ST Scholarship
- First Graduate Scholarship
- Post Matric Scholarship
- Government Merit Scholarship
Hostel Facilities
Events
- College Day
- Literary Fest
- Science Exhibition
- Sports Meet
- National Seminars
Campus Life
Technical Clubs
- Computer Science Club
- Mathematics Association
- Research Scholars Forum
- Entrepreneurship Development Cell
Cultural Clubs
- Music Club
- Dance Club
- Drama Club
- Fine Arts Club
Community Service
- NSS
- NCC
- Blood Donation Camps
- Swachh Bharat Activities