Government Arts College (Autonomous)
Empowering Students Through Quality Higher Education
About Government Arts College (Autonomous)
Government Arts College (Autonomous), Salem, established in 1947, is one of the oldest and most prestigious government arts and science colleges in Tamil Nadu. Affiliated with Periyar University and granted autonomous status, the college has built a strong reputation for academic excellence, research, and holistic student development. Thousands of students from across the state pursue undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes every year. The institution offers modern laboratories, a well-equipped central library, digital learning facilities, research centres, sports infrastructure, hostels, and career guidance services. Through industry collaborations, seminars, internships, NSS, NCC, and placement training, the college prepares students for higher education, government services, entrepreneurship, and corporate careers while promoting social responsibility and innovation.
Highlights
Courses Offered
Admission Process
Online Registration
Submit application through the admission portal.
Application Review
Academic records are verified.
Merit List
Selection based on reservation and merit.
Certificate Verification
Original documents are verified.
Admission Confirmation
Pay fees and confirm admission.
Facilities
Placement Information
Scholarships
- BC/MBC Scholarship
- SC/ST Scholarship
- First Graduate Scholarship
- Government Merit Scholarship
- Post Matric Scholarship
Hostel Facilities
Events
- College Day
- Research Conference
- Science Exhibition
- Sports Meet
- Cultural Fest
Campus Life
Technical Clubs
- Computer Science Club
- Innovation Club
- IQAC
Cultural Clubs
- Fine Arts Club
- Music Club
- Dramatics Club
- Literary Association
Community Service
- NSS
- NCC
- Youth Red Cross
- Environmental Awareness
- Village Adoption Programme