A. V. C. College (Anbanathapuram Vahaira Charities College of Arts and Sciences) is an autonomous arts and science institution located in Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1955, the college operates under the aegis of A. V. Charities and is affiliated to Bharathidasan University. Recognized as a "College with Potential for Excellence" by the UGC, it holds a NAAC A+ accreditation (CGPA 3.46/4). The campus hosts ~5,600 students, offers a broad spectrum of 17 UG, 19 PG, and 17 research programmes, and is known for its strong science, commerce, and arts faculties.
A. V. C. College Highlights
Founded in 1955, A. V. C. College has grown into a major academic hub in Mayiladuthurai with autonomous status since 1987. The 54-acre campus supports over 5,600 students and a faculty strength of 263. Accredited with a NAAC A+ and recognized by UGC, the college offers flagship B.Sc and M.Sc programs, with fees ranging from INR 1,500 to INR 11,000 per year. Admissions are primarily merit-based, with TANCET required for MCA.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Established |
1955 |
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Type |
Autonomous, Arts & Science |
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Approvals/Accreditations |
UGC, NAAC A+ (CGPA 3.46/4), CPE by UGC |
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Location |
Mayiladuthurai |
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Student Intake / Strength |
~5,600 |
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Faculty |
263 |
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Flagship Program & Fees |
B.Sc: INR 1,500–11,000/year |
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Entrance Exams |
Merit (UG/PG), TANCET (MCA) |
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Official Website |
A. V. C. College Rankings
A. V. C. College has been recognized in national rankings for its academic excellence. In 2025, it was ranked among the top 200 colleges in India by NIRF, reflecting its consistent academic standards and student outcomes.
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Year |
Ranking Body |
Category |
Rank |
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2025 |
NIRF |
Overall (Colleges) |
151 |
A. V. C. College Courses & Fees
The college offers a diverse range of UG, PG, and research programmes across arts, science, commerce, computer applications, and management. B.Sc and B.Com are popular at the undergraduate level, while M.Sc, MCA, and M.Com are prominent at the postgraduate level. Fees are highly affordable, with most UG programs under INR 12,000 per year.
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Program |
Level |
Duration |
Eligibility |
Total Fees |
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B.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, etc.) |
UG |
3 Years |
10+2 (Science Stream) |
INR 1,521–11,060/year |
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B.Com |
UG |
3 Years |
10+2 |
INR 1,521–11,060/year |
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B.A (Tamil, English, History, Economics, etc.) |
UG |
3 Years |
10+2 |
INR 1,521–11,060/year |
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BCA |
UG |
3 Years |
10+2 (Mathematics preferred) |
INR 1,521–11,060/year |
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BBA |
UG |
3 Years |
10+2 |
INR 1,521–11,060/year |
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M.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, etc.) |
PG |
2 Years |
Relevant UG Degree |
INR 2,000–13,000/year |
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M.Com |
PG |
2 Years |
B.Com or equivalent |
INR 2,000–13,000/year |
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MCA |
PG |
2 Years |
Bachelor’s with Mathematics, TANCET |
INR 2,000–13,000/year |
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M.Phil / Ph.D |
Research |
Varies |
PG in relevant field |
INR 10,000–20,000 (approx.) |
A. V. C. College Admission Process
Admissions to most UG and PG courses are merit-based, with selection determined by qualifying exam marks. For MCA, candidates must appear for TANCET. The application process is typically conducted May–June each year, with document verification and counseling for final selection.
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Application Window: May–June (Annually)
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Entrance Exams (if any): TANCET (for MCA)
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Selection Stages (GD/PI/WAT/etc.): Merit List, Counseling/Document Verification
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Step |
Details |
Indicative Timeline |
Documents |
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Online Application |
Submit application on college portal |
May–June |
10th & 12th Mark Sheets, ID Proof |
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Merit List Publication |
Based on qualifying exam marks |
June |
Application Form, Certificates |
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Counseling/Verification |
Document verification and counseling |
June–July |
Original Certificates, Photos |
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Admission Confirmation |
Fee payment and enrollment |
July |
Fee Receipt, Admission Letter |
A. V. C. College Scholarships
A. V. C. College provides a range of scholarships to support students from economically weaker sections, meritorious students, and those belonging to reserved categories. Government and private scholarships are available, with benefits including full or partial fee waivers.
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Scholarship |
Eligibility |
Benefit |
How to Apply |
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Government of Tamil Nadu Scholarships |
SC/ST/OBC/EWS students |
Fee waiver/financial aid |
Through college office with supporting documents |
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Merit Scholarships |
Top performers in qualifying exams |
Fee concession/award |
Automatic consideration at admission |
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Private/Trust Scholarships |
Deserving students (criteria vary) |
Partial/full fee waiver |
Apply via college/website |
A. V. C. College Campus & Facilities
The 54-acre campus in Mayiladuthurai is equipped with modern academic, research, and recreational facilities. The college features a central library, advanced science laboratories, digital classrooms, and extensive sports infrastructure. Hostel accommodation is available for both boys and girls, and the campus is well connected to the city by public transport.
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Library / Digital Resources: Central library with 80,000+ volumes, digital access, e-journals
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Labs / Research Centres / Special Equipment: 30+ labs for sciences, computer labs, research centers
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Classrooms / Seminar Halls / Auditoriums: Smart classrooms, 3 seminar halls, auditorium (1,000+ capacity)
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Hostel / Dining: Separate hostels for boys and girls, mess with hygienic food
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Sports / Gym / Grounds: Cricket, football, athletics, gymnasium, indoor games
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Connectivity / Transport: College buses, city bus access, nearby railway station
A. V. C. College Placements
The college maintains a dedicated placement cell, facilitating campus recruitment and internships. As per NIRF 2025, the median package for UG students was INR 1.62 LPA, and for PG students INR 1.92 LPA. Top recruiters include IT, banking, and core science companies.
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Year |
Highest Package |
Average Package |
Median Package |
Top Recruiters |
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2025 |
INR 3.5 LPA (approx.) |
INR 1.8 LPA (approx.) |
UG: INR 1.62 LPA, PG: INR 1.92 LPA |
TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Banks, Local Industries |
A. V. C. College Notable Alumni
A. V. C. College alumni have made significant contributions in academia, public service, and industry. Graduates occupy leadership roles in education, research, and government sectors.
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Name |
Role / Achievement |
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Dr. S. R. Krishnamurthy |
Former Principal Scientist, CSIR |
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Prof. K. S. Subramanian |
Senior Academic, Tamil University |
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Dr. R. Rajagopal |
Director, Research Centre |


