Arts, Commerce & Science College,Saraswati Nagar,GADHINGLAJ

Arts, Commerce & Science College, Gadhinglaj, was established in 1998 and is located in Saraswati Nagar, Gadhinglaj, in the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra. It is a private aided institution affiliated with Shivaji University, Kolhapur. The college is managed by the Omkar Shikshan Prasarak Mandal and is recognized under sections 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act.

The institution focuses on providing higher education to students in the rural and hilly regions of Gadhinglaj. It has been accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a 'B++' grade in its third cycle. The college offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the fields of humanities, commerce, and science.

The college offers a variety of degree programs at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The following courses are available:

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.): Specializations include English, Marathi, Hindi, History, Geography, Economics, Sociology, and Political Science.
• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.): General commerce subjects.
• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.): Specializations include Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Mathematics, Computer Science, and Microbiology.
• Master of Arts (M.A.): Offered in English, Marathi, Hindi, Economics, Sociology, and History.
• Master of Commerce (M.Com.): Advanced studies in commerce.

Specific fee structures for these programs are not available.

Admission to undergraduate programs (B.A., B.Com., B.Sc.) is based on the merit of the marks obtained in the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or 10+2 equivalent examination. For postgraduate programs (M.A., M.Com.), admission is granted based on the marks obtained in the qualifying bachelor's degree.

Candidates are required to follow the online registration and admission guidelines issued by Shivaji University, Kolhapur. The college follows the reservation policies of the Government of Maharashtra during the seat allotment process.

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

The college campus in Saraswati Nagar provides several facilities to support academic and extracurricular activities:

• Library: A well-stocked library with a collection of textbooks, reference books, journals, and newspapers. It also provides a reading room for students.
• Laboratories: Dedicated science laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, and Microbiology departments.
• Computer Lab: Equipped with internet connectivity for students enrolled in computer-related subjects.
• Sports and Gymkhana: Facilities for various indoor and outdoor sports, along with a gymnasium for physical fitness.
• NSS and NCC: Active units for the National Service Scheme and National Cadet Corps to encourage community service and discipline.
• Canteen: Provides basic refreshments and meals for students and staff.