Govt. Swami Atmanand Post Graduate College, Narayanpur

Introduction

Govt. Swami Atmanand Post Graduate College, Narayanpur (C.G.) was established on 14th September 1988 under the Adivasi Vikas Yojana by the Government of Madhya Pradesh, under the Department of Higher Education. Initially, the college began as an Undergraduate Arts faculty co-education institution, starting with only 10 students in the Jan-pad building. At that time, the institution was operating under the name of Government College and was affiliated with Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur.

In 1992, the college was officially registered under Section 2f and 12B of the University Grants Commission (UGC) Act, marking an important milestone in its development. When the college was established, there were just 157 regular students enrolled in the discipline of Arts. The primary aim of the college was to provide higher education in the backward and rural area of Narayanpur, located in the Abuzmand Tribal Zone of Chhattisgarh state.

As the college grew, it expanded its academic offerings. From the academic year 2001-02, the college introduced the Bachelor’s Degree Program in Commerce, and later, in 2005-06, the Science faculty was also established. Over the years, the college has continued to serve as a vital center of higher education, catering to the educational needs of the tribal population and contributing to the socio-economic development of the region.

Key Milestones

1. Establishment date: 14th September 1988
2. Registered under Section 2f and 12B of the UGC Act in 1992
3. Started with 10 students in Arts faculty
4. Introduced Bachelor’s Degree Program in Commerce in 2001-02
5. Introduced Science faculty in 2005-06

Govt. Swami Atmanand Post Graduate College, Narayanpur

Expansion and Development

Govt. Swami Atmanand Post Graduate College was renamed in the year 2008-09 in honor of the famous Swami Atmanand. Currently, the college is affiliated with Bastar University (Dharampura), Jagdalpur, District Bastar (C.G.). Initially offering courses under the Jan Bhagidari Fund, the college was temporarily running with limited resources. However, with time and effort, it shifted to a new, large campus spanning nearly 25 acres, surrounded by lush green natural beauty, creating an ideal environment for students.

In addition to undergraduate courses, the college offers four postgraduate courses: M.A. (Geography), M.A. (Economics), M.A. (Sociology), and M.A. (Political Science). Over time, the institution has gained recognition for its educational offerings and continues to make strides in providing quality higher education in the region.

For students, it's important to balance academic pursuits with other activities that contribute to personal development, skills enhancement, and better job or university applications. With this in mind, the college offers the "Rastriya Seva Yojna," which admits 100 students annually. This unit plays a crucial role in organizing and guiding various activities like the "Rastriya Seva Yojna Shivir" program. The college emphasizes the importance of staying informed about fees, admission guidelines, scholarships, student relief funds, and disciplinary rules. Every student and their parents should be aware of these important details.

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