Located in Old Washermenpet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Sir Theagaraya College is a renowned institution affiliated to the University of Madras. A constituent of the Theagaraya Chetty Educational Institutions, Sir Theyagaraya College is managed by a board comprising six renowned trustees. This well-lauded institution is situated in the property donated by senior Pitty Theagaraya Chetty and Junior Sir Pitty Theagaraya Chetty. P. T. Chengalvaraya Chetty, Rao Bahadur and P. T. Kumaraswamy Chetty act as trustees to manage the property and are responsible for forming the first Board of trustees in 1937.

This prestigious college offers a multitude of courses in both Arts and Science departments including BCA, BBA, B.Sc Computer Science, B.Com General, B.Com Computer Application, B.Com Accounting and Financing, and B. Com Corporate Secretaryship.PG Courses commences from the academic year 2019-2020 are M.Sc, Computer Science and M.Com(General).

Sir Theagaraya College, Chennai Highlights

College Name Sir Theagaraya College (STC)
Established 1950
Phone 044 – 25951300
City Chennai
College Type Private
Courses 16
Accreditation Grade B by The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
Affiliated Madaras University - MU

Sir Theagaraya College, Chennai Courses Offered

The institution allows students to choose from a multitude of courses and disciplines including both Post Graduate as well as Under Graduate studies. 

These courses are Full-time (Regular Mode) and include:

Courses Details
B.Sc. Eligibility: The candidate must have qualified 10+2 with PCM from a recognized Educational Board.
Duration: 3 Years
Specializations: Chemistry, Plant Biotechnology, Zoology, Physics, Mathematics
B. A Eligibility: The candidate must have qualified 10+2 with PCM from a recognized Educational Board.
Duration: 3 Years
Specializations: Economics, Historical Studies
B. Com Eligibility: The candidate must have qualified 10+2 with PCM from a recognized Educational Board.
Duration: 3 Years
M.A. Eligibility: The candidate should have a Graduate degree from a recognized university.
Duration: 2 Years
Specializations: Economics, Historical Studies,
M.Sc. Eligibility: The candidate should have a Graduate degree from a recognized university.
Duration: 2 Years
Specializations: Zoology,
Ph. D Eligibility:The candidate should have a Graduate and Masters degree from a recognized university.
Duration: 3 Years
Specializations: Commerce, Economics, Historical Studies, Tamil & English

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Sir Theagaraya College, Chennai Admission

Sir Theagaraya College provides a seamless system for candidates to apply to multiple courses that it offers.

How to Apply?

  • Go to http://sirtheagarayacollege.com/submitcourse/
  • Fill in the Application Form (Medium of Instruction: English)
  • Select the Course from the Dropdown Box
  • Submit Aadhar Card details
  • Fill in Contact Information
  • Fill in Educational Details
  • Upload Photograph in White Background

Once filled, submit the form and officials from the institute will get in touch with the candidates via the information provided in the form.

Sir Theagaraya College, Chennai Placements

To enhance cognizance, competency and socio-economic status of all STC students, a dedicated Placement Cell helps them become employable in a multitude of industries and corporates, keeping in mind the current trend and requirements. The body aids students to become competitive and scholastic, while conducting various productive seminars, workshops, field visits on a range of subject matters and issues, annually. 

Out of 150 students took part in the Placement drive of 2019-2020, 80 students were placed in appropriate positions in ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank & Airtel, through this drive alone.

Prestigious companies that have recruited students from Sir Theagaraya College include:

  • Vodafone Careers 
  • Aditya Birla Group Careers
  • Google Careers
  • Samsung Careers
  • Maruti Suzuki Careers
  • Bajaj Allianz Careers
  • Nestle India Careers
  • Berger Careers
  • Apollo Tyres Careers
  • Honda Careers
  • Lava Mobiles Careers
  • HCL Technologies Careers
  • Coca-Cola India Careers
  • Amway India Careers
  • Yatra Online Pvt Ltd Careers

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Sir Theagaraya College, Chennai Facilities

The campus provides unique facilities and features that enhance the prevailing conducive teaching and learning environment. These facilities include the following:

  • AV Lab
  • Canteen
  • Computer Lab
  • Conference Hall
  • Workshops
  • Sports
  • Hostel
  • Parking
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Transport
  • Ambi Theatre
  • Smart Classrooms
  • Cafeteria
  • Labs
  • Projectors
  • Auditorium
  • Digital Library
  • Music Room
  • Art and Craft
  • Yoga
  • Medical

Sir Theagaraya College, Chennai Faculty

Sir Theagaraya College is lauded for its experienced body of faculty members, that creates a healthy, conducive environment for all its students while imparting knowledge equivalent to national teaching standards.

Department Members
Department of Tamil 7
Department of Telugu 1
Department of English 7
PG & Research Department of Historical Studies 6
PG & Research Department of Economics 5
Department of Mathematics 4
Department of Physics 5
Department of Chemistry 7
Department of Plant Biology & Plant Biotechnology 3
PG & Research Department of Zoology 11
Department of Commerce 8
Department of Commerce (Accounting & Finance) 3
Department of Commerce (General) 6
Department of Commerce (Computer Applications) 3
Department of Computer Science & Computer Application 10
Department of Business Administration 4

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Sir Theagaraya College, Chennai FAQs

Ques. Is it possible to avail part time studies in Sir Theagaraya College?

Ans. According to the convenience and requirement of the candidates, they can choose either Full-time or Part-time mode of education. The college is equipped to provide adequate facilities in both modes of learning.

Ques. Why should candidates consider applying to Sir Theagaraya College?

Ans. Beside providing educational excellence to all students, Sir Theagaraya is especially renowned for: a) 70% of teaching experience and b) affordable tuition fees, which makes it one of the most desirable institutions in the South for several programmes, including research.

Ques. What is the language of teaching in this institute?

Ans. Sir Theagaraya College is an english medium college and thereby all teaching is conducted in english.

Ques. Is there Wi-Fi on Campus?

Ans. Yes. The college is equipped with internet facilities to ensure smooth learning of all students and help them access updated information that ultimately aids in their academic growth.

Ques. What are the routes to reach the college?

Ans. There are various methods to reach the college conveniently, due to its distance from significant depots. The college is located 1.9km from Tondiarpet But Dept and 2.5km from Tondiarpet Railway Station.