Welcome to Government College for Men,Kadapa. I am proud to lead a prestigious institution in Kadapa district.
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Government College for Men, Kadapa, is one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions in the Rayalaseema region of Southern Andhra Pradesh. 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. Initially, the college operated from the District Board (Zilla Parishad) Buildings and moved to its permanent campus on a 50-acre site near the railway station in 1954.
The establishment of the college was facilitated by a dedicated college committee comprising notable individuals such as late Sri N. Ranga Reddy (President), a leading advocate, Sri Jagirdar Ramachandra Rao (Secretary) and Sri T.M. Seshadri (Treasurer). These individuals, along with the support of key officials like Sri Mohammed Ismail Sahib (District Educational Officer), Sri R.S. Malayappan (District Collector), and Sri B. Madhava Rao Naidu, played a vital role in securing the District Board building for the college and obtaining land for the construction of a permanent facility.
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. It was reaccredited in 2013 with a B grade in its second cycle. During the third cycle in 2019, the college maintained its B-grade status. Recognizing its progress, the UGC granted the college autonomous status in 2011, which was further extended in 2021 up to 2025, allowing for greater academic flexibility and financial support.
As the college celebrated its 75th anniversary (2024), it marked a significant milestone in its journey of providing quality education to the region. The institution has earned several prestigious recognitions, including being designated as a Regional Center for Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University, an ID College, and a Nodal Resource Center (NRC) by APCCE. Additionally, the college has been recognized as a Research Center by Yogi Vemana University, Kadapa to promote research. With a rich legacy of academic distinction, community engagement, and forward-looking vision, Government College for Men, Kadapa continues to be a leading institution in higher education.
To Develop Institution as a “Knowledge Hub” by Empowering the Staff & Students with 21st Century Skills.
Recent Activities@ GCM(A)::Kadapa
Department of English,has organised a field trip for statistics, computer science, artificial intelligence, and mathematics students visited Mahavir Museum, which is in the premises of New collectorate. By exploring the Numismatics Department, students gained valuable insights into the historical evolution of English on Indian currency, linking it to colonial influence and administrative decisions.
The students of Botany Department involved in Field Trip etc.
The students od Psychology Department Students at Internship with the mentor Smt.P.Sravanthi Reddy.
about our prestigeous institute in Rayalaseema Region
When I first entered Arts College I was anxious about my future. Over the three years, so many doors were opened for our personal and academic development that I became confident. The college aims at enhancing our knowledge, skills and abilities. It, in fact, didn’t leave the attitude part behind as well. These years at Arts College are the best years concerning learning, experience and gaining exposure to fields relevant to my discipline, all due to my faculty member.This endeavor will lead our college to incredible heights.
It’s been fortunate to be a part of the GCM, Bareilly where I got the platform to enrich my skills and henceforth a bright light towards my life, with the support and endeavor of my faculty members all the way with my family.
I really feel proud on saying that I have completed my graduation from GCM Bareilly. The thing i admire the most is the support from everyone at every step. My teachers really helped me a lot in brightening my future. I am really thankful to GCM because whatever I am today is just because of it.
College plays a very important role in making the career of a person, for me this was -GCM.I had a very positive experierence with GCM,it had contributed a major part in my career building.The staff and teachers are very passionate and show genuine desire to help students to achieve their goals. College aims at the overall development of the student so that he/she can excel in different fields .So in GCM one is not just bookworm but a real thinker-which is the basic requirement in today’s tech-era.
It is well said that you value things when u don’t have them this is very much true in my case as well. When we were in college we always use to think that why there is so much of discipline but once I enter corporate I realized that it was for our benefit only. And one thing more I would like to thanks my faculty members who helped us in every way to make our basics very clear which gave me edge over other graduates. At the end of day it all depends on how well you perform in your organization and how keen you are in learning new things that too with right attitude.
Arts College, this name itself a brand and we are still associated with it. The institution that nurtured us with care as the almighty does. The faculty support was over and beyond limits with strong intentions to mould us to perfection. The 3 years of time spent with this institution was the best time we had in our life and every moment spent in this campus is still precious. The knowledge and transformation we had with this college is the reason we find ourselves successful today.
