About Smt. Kokilabai Gawande Mahila Mahavidyalaya
Smt. Kokilabai Gawande Mahila Mahavidyalaya targets young women from rural and semi-urban Vidarbha seeking affordable, university-affiliated undergraduate education in arts and commerce without relocating to larger metropolitan hubs.
Situated in Amravati, the college provides a focused learning environment tailored to women's higher education under the academic framework of Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University. The curriculum centers on traditional streams, helping students build foundational regional language, humanities, and accounting skills. Rather than competing with high-tech research institutes, this college functions as a vital local gateway for first-generation female learners.
Quick Reference
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Women's College (Affiliated to SGBAU) |
| Campus | Amravati (Semi-urban) |
| Approvals | Department of Higher Education, Maharashtra |
| Total Intake / Seats | 360 (approximate annual intake) |
| Established | 1991 |
Popular Programs
| Degree | Specializations | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) | Home Economics, Marathi Literature, Political Science | Passed HSC from the Maharashtra State Board or its equivalent. |
| B.Com. (Bachelor of Commerce) | General Commerce (Marathi / English medium streams) | Completed 12th standard in Commerce or Science from a recognized board. |
| M.A. (Master of Arts) | Home Economics, Marathi | Graduation in a relevant field from Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University or equivalent. |
Admissions Overview
- Register online through the Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University digital portal to obtain an official student profile code.
- Submit the printed registration form along with the verified class 12 mark sheets to the college office on Badnera Road.
- Check the physical merit list posted on the college notice boards, then proceed with the mandatory on-site document verification and payment of term fees.
Campus & Infrastructure
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Cafeteria / Canteen | The canteen provides fresh, cost-effective Maharashtrian meals like Poha and Upma tailored for students traveling from surrounding Amravati villages. |
| Hostels | A supervised residential block is maintained for outstation women students, featuring shared lodging rooms and a monitored study room. |
| Gym / Fitness Center | Equipped with basic weight sets and core training mats, this space caters primarily to student-athletes preparing for regional SGBAU sports tournaments. |
| Transport | The administration operates a dedicated window to help students procure monthly discounted state transport (MSRTC) bus passes directly. |
Net-net: This college is not suited for students seeking high-end technical courses or corporate placement drives, as its strength lies in basic humanities and commerce degrees. Prospective applicants should verify if their preferred medium of instruction (Marathi or English) is available for their specific stream before enrolling.
