Government College for Men

Established in 1948, the college was originally known as Government Arts College before being renamed. It became a significant center of learning for Kadapa district. In response to the policy of the composite Madras state to establish a college in every district headquarters, the citizens of Kadapa played a crucial role in cooperating with the government to make the college a reality.

In November 1967, Government College for Men, Kadapa, received recognition from the University Grants Commission (UGC) under sections 2(f) and 12(B), enabling it to access government funding and enhancing its academic stature. In 2004, the college received its first accreditation from the NAAC with a B++ grade.

• To empower students holistically by equipping them with the knowledge, values and professional skills.
• To facilitate excellence in teaching, research, innovation and community engagement.
• To foster an outcome-based education, digital learning through student-centered teaching methods
• To provide the best infrastructure, environment and governance through a decentralized approach.
• To offer new programs and courses in consonance with National Education Policy-2020 to achieve academic excellence.

To Develop Institution as a "Knowledge Hub" by Empowering the Staff & Students with 21st Century Skills.