Government Arts College for women was established in 1992 with an aim to empower female education in Krishnagiri district of Tamil nadu. The college is affiliated to Periyar University. The college is based on an aim to provide education to girls to help them grow socially and economically and leads to their empowerment.

It offers BA, B.Com, B.Sc. programs at IG level and MA, M.Com, M.Sc. programs at PG level. Apart from this, it also offers Ph.D. programs. 

Selection to all the curses are provided based on merit obtained by the student in the last qualifying examination. 

The Motto of Government Arts college for women is to provide quality education yet very economical to women community. The college is constructed in an area of around 13 acres and almost 20900 students are studying to make their future bright. 

Government Arts College for Women, Krishnagiri Highlights 2023

Established | Type  1992 | Public 
Affiliated to Periyar University
Recognised by University Grants Commission (UGC).
Application Mode Offline 
Courses Offered  UG, PG, Ph.D. 
Popular Courses B.Sc., BA, M.Sc., MA, Ph.D.
Admission Criteria  Merit-based 
Facilities  Library, Labs, Canteen 
Location Wahab Nagar, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu 635001
Official Website http://www.gacwkgi.org/ 

Government Arts College for Women Courses Offered

Government Arts college for women, provides various studying opportunities in the field of science, arts and commerce.

The courses are mentioned below :

Courses Details 
BA Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: CBSE/ICSE or from any recognised board.
Specializations: Tamil, English, Economics, History
B.Com Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: CBSE/ICSE or from any recognised board.
Specializations: General, Corporate Secretary 
B.Sc.  Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: CBSE/ICSE or from any recognised board.
Specializations: Biochemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, Statistics 
MA  Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the relevant subject
Specializations: Tamil, English
M.Sc. Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the relevant subject
Specializations: Mathematics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry 
M.Com Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the relevant subject
Ph.D. Duration: 5 Years
Eligibility: Master’s degree in the relevant subject
Specializations: Tamil, Commerce, Mathematics, Biochemistry, Chemistry 

Read More: GACW Krishnagiri Courses & Fee 

Admission of candidates will be on the merit basis. 

How to Apply?

  • Go to the college and obtain an application form.
  • Fill the form carefully.
  • Post the form along with the form fee to the college address.

Reservation 

Apart from merit-based admissions, some of the exceptions are are mentioned below :

  • 31% of seats are reserved for open competition candidates.
  • 30% of seats are reserved for backward class students.
  • 20% of seats are reserved for backward class and denitrified communities (MBC).
  • 18% of seats are reserved for SC.
  • 1% seats are reserved for ST. 1% seats are reserved for ST. 
  • Special quota for physically handicapped students.
  • Special quota for ex servicemen is also alloted.
  • Special quota reserved for sports persons.

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Government Arts College for Women, Krishnagiri Placements 

A placement cell is active in the college which takes care of placements of final year students. Placement cell organise placement drives for on campus and off campus placement and students are getting recruited by various recruiters.

Government Arts College for Women, Krishnagiri Facilities 

The college offers several facilities for students comfort and convenience. Following are some of them: 

  • Computer literacy program
  • Library
  • Canteen
  • Laboratory
  • Computer lab
  • Auditorium

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Government Arts College for Women, Krishnagiri Faculty

The faculties are working tirelessly under the supervision of Dr G.kannan (principal) to empower and uplift girls of Krishnagiri district. The staff are very helpful and have high moral standards.

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Government Arts College for Women, Krishnagiri FAQs 

Ques. Is admission open for 2021?

Ans. Yes, admission is open for 2021. Candidates who wish to join a course at Government Arts College for Women can apply by visiting the admission office at Krishnagiri.

Ques. What is the mode of application?

Ans. Mode of application is fully offline. The college invites offline applications only. 

Ques. Is reservation available and of what norms?

Ans. Yes reservation is available on the norms of Government of India.

Ques. Is scholarship available in this college?

Ans. Yes, scholarship is available. Applicants can contact the admission cell for further details.