Kamla Nehru College for Women also known as KNC Kapurthala is one of the Leading and Most Preferred Institutes with earnest endeavors to enhance its quality in imparting excellent education- vocational competitive to the highest academic standards with full devotion and dedication. Initially, Kamla Nehru College was also known as the Phagwara College for Women. It has been awarded 'A++' Grade by NAAC and received “College with Potential and Excellence” status by UGC.

KNC Kapurthala offers various UG, PG, Certificate and Diploma courses. Admission to the courses is done based on merit scored in the last qualifying examination. It is the only girl’s college in the town of Phagwara with an enrollment of more than 2000 girls. The college offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and diploma courses.

KNC Kapurthala Highlights 

Here are some highlights of Kamla Nehru College for Women Kapurthala. 

Kamla Nehru College for Women Highlights 
Name of the College  Kamla Nehru College for Women
Institute Type  Private 
Courses Offered UG, PG, Certificate and Diploma
Admission Criteria  Merit-Based
Official Website http://www.kncw.org/ 

KNC Kapurthala Courses & Fees

KNC Kapurthala offers various UG, PG, Certificate and Diploma courses. Some of these courses include B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, BA, M.Com & M.Sc etc. The table given below shows detailed information on Kamla Nehru College for Women Courses & Fees. 

Course  Minimum Eligibility 
BA  10+2 from PSEB or any other equivalent exam recognised by GNDU
BBA 10+2 with at least 40% marks in aggregate or equivalent examination
B.Com  10+2 with at least 40% marks in aggregate or equivalent examination
B.Sc 10+2 with at least 40% marks in aggregate or equivalent examination
B.Voc 10+2 Pass with 40% marks
BCA 10+2 with at least 40% marks in aggregate or equivalent examination
M.Com B.Com/ B.B.A./ B.CAM./ B.E. (Commerce) with 40% marks in aggregate or equivalent exams..
M.Sc  Passed Graduation with atleast 45% - 50% marks 
PG Diploma Graduate under 10+2+3 system with at least 40% marks.

Note: The admission to the above-mentioned courses are purely done based on merit scored in the previous qualifying examination. 

KNC Kapurthala Admission 2024

Kamla Nehru College for Women Admission 2024 is open. Admissions at KNC Kapurthala will be done based on merit scored in the last qualifying examination. Interested candidates can visit the official website for more admission-related information. 

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KNC Kapurthala Scholarships 

Some of the major KNC Kapurthala Scholarships are mentioned below: 

  1. Govt. Scholarships for Schedule Castes/Scheduled Tribes/ Backward classes
  2. Merit & National Scholarships for brilliant students under Central & State Govt.
  3. University Merit Scholarships
  4. Scholarships for the wards of Ex-servicemen.
  5. Scholarship for the wards of Riot Affected.
  6. Minority Scholarship
  7. Single Girl Child Scholarship
  8. National Merit Scholarship
  9. Nishkam Scholarship
  10. Sita Ram Jindal Scholarship
  11. Post Matric SC/ST Scholarship

KNC Kapurthala Placement 2023

The Placement Cell of the college provides students with training and industry exposure throughout their academic careers. It is responsible for maintaining contacts and networks with potential industry recruiters. The college also organizes on-campus training and recruitment for the students. 

Check: KNC Placement

KNC Kapurthala Facilities 

Some of the top facilities offered at KNC Kapurthala are mentioned below: 

  • Language Lab: A language lab has been updated and upgraded to help students become proficient in the use of the English language along with improved phonetic skills, understanding of various accents, and correct pronunciation. It gives the students a chance to study English in a dynamic and engaging setting.
  • Stress Management Lab: The stress management lab is useful for teaching behavioral and relaxation techniques, as well as for offering professional counseling and expert personal guidance. The lab helps provide students with individualized support and guidance for attitude shifts so they can be better prepared to handle stress in their lives.
  • Hostel: For students traveling from outside Phagwara, the cozy, safe, and roomy college hostel serves as a home away from home. It provides good study space in addition to recreational amenities. The hostel provides all the necessities, fostering in the students a sense of dignity and camaraderie that fosters growth on both an individual and group level.
  • Library: Built in 5000, sq. feet and with a seating capacity of 250 persons, a regularly updated, well stocked, computerized, hybrid library-a reader’s paradise, provides congenial and solemn atmosphere for the students as well as the faculty. The Library provides the students with the facility of internet surfing as well. 
  • Cafeteria: All tastes are catered to by the hygienic and nutritious food served in the on-campus cafeteria. This "friends and food zone" is where you can unwind and have fun in addition to resting. In the cafeteria, traditional and healthful food is served with pure filtered water, all with an eye toward the students' well-being.
  • Stadium: A venue for the sporting event is an open-air stadium in the center of college premises. The peripheral green lawns add to the splendor and charm of the whole arena. Various college functions are also organized in this stadium. A basketball court has been made available for the players and a separate platform has been built for sports activities like Boxing, Taekwondo and Wushu martial arts.

Why Kamla Nehru College for Women?

  • The first and only college in the region to have been re-accredited with A++ Grade with CGPA 3.55/4.00 by NAAC.
  • The first and only college in the region to have girl students only. 
  • The first and only college in the region to have started skill-oriented courses like B.Voc and Community College courses.(Diploma in CC)
  • The first and only college in the region to have been awarded with coveted CPE (College with Potential for Excellence) status.
  • The first and only college in the region to have been awarded with coveted CPE (College with Potential for Excellence) status.
  • The first and only college in the region to have been declared Star College in Life Sciences by DBT, New Delhi.
  • An extensive range of postgraduate, graduate and diploma courses available in various streams. like Science, Commerce, Computers and Arts.
  • Vibrant campus atmosphere with student-centric activities like seminars/workshops symposia/extension lectures.
  •  Individual attention to students through ‘Mission-We-Care’ Project.
  • Liberal financial aid to meritorious and deserving students.
  • Special incentives/ free ships to outstanding sports persons and winners of University Youth Festival.
  • Modernized Hybrid Library with e-books and e-journals.
  • Wi-Fi campus with state-of-the-art infrastructure.
  • Industrial visits for imparting practical training to students.
  • Focus on inclusion of ethical and moral values essential for character build up.
  • Personality development programmes/workshops to help students get selected in placement drives by MNC’s/banks/industries.
  •  Conducive atmosphere with key focus on student progression and peaceful teaching-learning ambience.
  • Many social responsibility projects undertaken every year like Project Muskaan and Project Nirbhaya.
  • Excellent results with top merit-positions in GNDU.

KNC Kapurthala FAQs 

Ques. How to reach KNC Kapurthala?

Ans. You can check the Indian Railways website or use various train booking apps to find trains heading to Kapurthala. Kapurthala is well-connected by rail to major cities like Delhi, Amritsar, and Jalandhar. The nearest airport to Kapurthala is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport in Amritsar, which is approximately 75 kilometers away. From there, you can hire a taxi or use other local transportation options to reach Kapurthala. Kapurthala is connected to nearby cities and towns via road networks. You can consider taking a bus or hiring a taxi from nearby cities like Jalandhar, Amritsar, or Ludhiana.

Ques. What are the courses offered at Kamla Nehru College for Women?

Ans. KNC Kapurthala offers various UG, PG, Certificate and Diploma courses. Some of these courses include B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, BA, M.Com & M.Sc etc.

Ques. How are the hostels of KNC Kapurthala?

Ans. Students from outside Phagwara find that the cozy, safe, and roomy college hostel is a home away from home. It offers recreational amenities as well as a respectable study space. With all the necessities provided, the hostel fosters a sense of dignity and camaraderie in its residents, which benefits their personal and group development.

Ques. What are the scholarships offered at KNC Kapurthala?

Ans. The scholarships offered at KNC Kapurthala are:

  1. Govt. Scholarships for Schedule Castes/Scheduled Tribes/ Backward classes
  2. Merit & National Scholarships for brilliant students under Central & State Govt.
  3. University Merit Scholarships
  4. Scholarships for the wards of Ex-servicemen.
  5. Scholarship for the wards of Riot Affected.
  6. Minority Scholarship
  7. Single Girl Child Scholarship
  8. National Merit Scholarship
  9. Nishkam Scholarship
  10. Sita Ram Jindal Scholarship
  11. Post Matric SC/ST Scholarship

Ques. Is KNC Kapurthala recognized by nursing councils?

Ans. Yes, KNC Kapurthala is recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) and Punjab Nursing Registration Council (PNRC).

Ques. Does KNC Kapurthala offer hostel facilities?

Ans. Yes, KNC Kapurthala provides hostel facilities for both male and female students. For students traveling from outside Phagwara, the cozy, safe, and roomy college hostel serves as a home away from home. It provides good study space in addition to recreational amenities. The hostel provides all the necessities, fostering in the students a sense of dignity and camaraderie that fosters growth on both an individual and group level.

Ques. Where is KNC Kapurthala located?

Ans. KNC Kapurthala is located in Kapurthala, Punjab, India.