Mar Athanasius College, Kothamangalam

College Overview

Mar Athanasius College, Kothamangalam is an autonomous institution affiliated with Mahatma Gandhi University. Established in 1955, the college has a long-standing legacy of academic excellence and holistic education. It offers a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across disciplines like science, commerce, and humanities. The college is NAAC accredited with ‘A+’ grade and is supported by the Mar Athanasius College Association.

Courses Offered and Admission

Undergraduate Programs
BA in English, Economics, Malayalam
BSc in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Computer Science
BCom in Finance and Taxation, Cooperation

Postgraduate Programs
MA in English, Malayalam, Economics
MSc in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany
MCom

Doctoral Programs
PhD programs are offered in select disciplines subject to research guide availability

Eligibility Criteria Admissions

Undergraduate Courses
Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with relevant subjects from a recognized board. Admissions are based on merit as per Mahatma Gandhi University norms.

Postgraduate Courses
A bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject is required. Admissions are either merit-based or through entrance examinations conducted by the university.

PhD Programs
Applicants must hold a master’s degree with at least 55% marks and qualify in entrance tests or interviews as per university guidelines.

Placements

The college has a dedicated Career Guidance and Placement Cell that facilitates student placements through job fairs, campus interviews, and industry tie-ups. Many students get placed in companies from IT, education, finance, and research sectors. While placement is stronger in science and commerce departments, overall student support for higher education and career development is notable.

Ranking

Mar Athanasius College is consistently ranked among the top arts and science colleges in Kerala. It has received national recognition in NIRF rankings and is accredited with NAAC ‘A+’ grade. The institution also enjoys a strong reputation for academic performance under Mahatma Gandhi University.