Vivekananda Satavarshiki Mahavidyalaya was established in the year 1964 in commemoration of birth centenary of Swami Vivekananda. It was an outcome of a tremendous moral and financial support and farsightedness of some of the most sincere and enlightened local people. The college is situated amidst quiet natural surroundings in a small town called Manikpara, located between Kharagpur and Jhargram. Starting its journey with approximately 50 students of arts stream, 5 teaching and 2 non-teaching staff members in two rooms of a local high school, it now has its own sprawling campus over 18. 86 acres of land acquired on lease from the State Government. Our college presently accomodates more than 1500 students enrolled in Arts, Science and Commerce streams, 51 teaching including full-time and SACTs (State Aided College Teacher), 15 non teaching staff members and 1 Librarian, who strive together to ensure that Vivekananda Satavarshiki Mahavidyalaya emerges as one of the best performing colleges in this region. At present, the College offers degree courses in 13 honours subjects and 14 general subjects. Our college campus is surrounded by extensive greenery, providing the perfect ambience that is conducive for a healthy mind and body. It has been providing an opportunity for higher education in Arts, Science and Commerce streams to the first generation learners of the extensive tribal belt of Jhargram district since many years. Some of our students have performed remarkably well at the University exams, S.S.C.exams and NET. We feel proud of the fact that some of them are engaged as part-time lecturers in our college, a tradition we would like to continue in future with sincerity and confidence.
Learn MoreDear Students,
My hearty congratulations to all of you for your success in the Higher Secondary examinations. This is the right time to think constructively about your future course of studies and career. I am sure you will be able to put in your best endeavors to fulfill your dreams. I, therefore, extend a warm invitation to you to come and join Vivekananda Satavarshiki Mahavidyalaya. Our college has already made a mark in the field of education, attracting students not only from Jhargram district but also from the neighbouring districts. It offers a wide range of subjects in the field of Science, Arts & Commerce. We have a team of highly qualified teachers, who are always ready to help the students in overcoming their inhibitions and deliver their best. The college has maintained consistently good results in the University examinations at various levels and many of its former students have taken up higher studies as well. Our college has the right academic ambience for fostering the spirit of learning in students. The college has four active NSS units that extend their activities to the soceity in many ways. The N.C.C. Unit of the college is one of the best in the state. Many of our NCC cadet alumni are placed in different sectors of defence of our country. Our college also provides several facilities for students which include a well-equipped library, laboratories, wi-fi, hostel, canteen, gymnasium, playground, common rooms and many more. The infrastructural facilities of the college are also regularly upgraded in keeping with changing demands. Hence, as the principal of this college, I have strong faith that our college has great potential to positively affect the lives of its students as well as the society at large. With this conviction I invite you all to be members of the college family.
Principal
Dr. Uma Bhaumik
Experienced in educational sector
Devoted to teaching and education
Highly trained and qualified
Focused on mentoring and supervising
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