Government College Kattappana is a government college in the centre of the pristine location in Idukki, Kerala. The college was established in the year 1977 with an intention to match the demand for higher education in the rural population. The college is now affiliated with Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam and approved by UGC. In September 2016, Government College Kattappana was accredited with 'A' grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

The college offers UG and PG courses in the streams of Science, Arts and Commerce. The basic admission criteria to the Institute is based on merit and the means of application is purely Online.

Government College Kattappana Highlights

Established 1977
Type Private
Location Idukki, Kerala
Campus Area 18.7 acres
Approved by UGC
Affiliation Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam
Accreditation 'A' grade by NAAC
Courses Available BA, B.Sc, MA, M.Com etc
Facilities Boys hostel, Library, Labs, Sports clubs
Admissions Merit-Based
Mode Online
Website http://gckattappana.ac.in/index.html

Government College Kattappana Courses Offered

The college offers five undergraduate courses and four postgraduate courses. The details about the same are given below.

Courses Details
BA Specializations- Economics and Malayalam
Eligibility- Passed 10+2 from any recognized board
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
Seats- 30 each
Duration- 3 Years
B.Sc. Specializations- Chemistry and Mathematics
Eligibility- Passed 10+2 from any recognized board
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
Seats- 24 each
Duration- 3 Years
B. Com Eligibility- Passed 10+2 from any recognized board
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
Duration- 3 Years
Seats- 60
MA Specializations- Malayalam and Economics
Eligibility- Completed graduation from any recognized University
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
Duration- 2 Years
Seats- 12 each
M. Sc. Specialization- Chemistry
Eligibility- Completed graduation in chemistry of equivalent from any recognized University
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
Seats- 12
Duration- 2 Years
M. Com Eligibility- Completed graduation in commerce or equivalent from any recognized University
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based
Seats- 12
Duration- 2 Years

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Government College Kattappana Admission

Selection CriteriAns. 

Admissions to Government College Kattappana to all academic programmes of the college is conducted through the Centralized Allotment Process (CAP) of the Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam as the result of affiliation. Mentioned below are the steps to secure the admission:

How to apply?

  • Candidates must visit the official website of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala and there are different links for UG and PG admission.
  • The applicants will have to register themselves and fill out the given form.
  • They will have to select their options of colleges in the order of preference.
  • Applicants will then be allotted a college from their list according to the merit of the student and the number of seats in the college.
  • The students will then get instructions for verifying the documents and reporting to the college.

Government College Kattappana Facilities

The following are some of the facilities provided by the college:

  • Hostel: Government College Kattappana offers hostel facilities to the male students. The female hostel along with staff quarters is still under – construction. These hostels are equipped with all the necessary facilities so that the students can feel at home. Lodging and mess are also included in this.
  • Laboratories: The institute provides well –equipped labs with all the modern amenities introducing the students with a new age of education. There is special care taken to keep them up to date and in good shape.
  • Library: The library at Government College Kattappana has over 30000 books, more than fifty journals and thousands of e-journals. The library provides separate sections for reference books, academic books and literature. The library also provides facilities for downloading and printing of e-journals on campus. A multipurpose library is also under – construction.
  • Sports and games: Government College Kattappana provides sports and recreational facilities for the students through the sports and recreational centre of the college. Different outdoor and indoor games are played by the students either on the ground or the activity rooms allotted by the college, when they wish to take a break.

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Government College Kattappana Faculty

Having good teachers makes all the difference in the understanding of a concept that is being taught as a part of the course. The college offers their students the best teachers they can find. Under the leadership of the Principal Dr. Silvikutty Joseph the college has been running successfully. The team of the teachers include:

  • 12 HODs
  • Around 50 assistant professors

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FAQs

Ques. Does Government College, Kattappana have NCC and NSS units?

Ans. Yes, the college has a NCC and a NSS unit. The students are encouraged to volunteer at these units as they gain an additional academic incentive for doing so. Social service and giving back to the society is a huge part of the foundation of the college and the college does its best to inculcate these values in their students as well.

Ques. What are some of the activities arranged by Government College, Kattappana?

Ans. In addition to the activities of NCC and NSS, the following are some of the activities that the college encourages their students to be a part of.

  • Blood donation and Organ Donation Camps
  • Food for the Destitute
  • Rural Library Development
  • Construction of Roads
  • Cleaning of Public Facilities
  • Awareness Programmes against Drug Abuse
  • Social Forestry
  • Medical Camps
  • Observance of National Days
  • Farming and Cultivation
  • Trekking Camps

Ques. What are some of the committees formed to help the students at Government College, Kattappana?

Ans. Following are some of the committees formed especially to help the students when they are in need:

  • Anti – ragging committee
  • Grievance Redress Cell
  • Discipline Committee
  • Additional Skills Acquisition Programme

Ques. Is Mahatma Gandhi University a good university?

Ans. Government College Kattappan has been affiliated with Mahatma Gandhi University since 1983. The university in question has received a NIRF ranking of 30th best college in India for the year 2020.

Ques. Where is Government College, Kattappana located? How can we contact them?

Ans. Government College, Kattappana P O, Idukki - 685 508, Kerala, is the address that is posted on the website. The Contact details of the Institute are:

Phone number: +91 4868 272347

Email ID- gckattappana@gmail.com