Government Arts College, Tiruvannamalai was established in the year 1966 as per G.O.M.S.No.502 Edn., Dated: 06-07-1966 of Tamilnadu. Initially four science courses and two arts courses were started in 1966-97 B.A. History, B.A. English Literature, B.A. Tamil Literature, B.A. Economics were started in the academic year 1969–70, 1972-73 and 1979-80 respectively. Further B.Sc. Botany, Chemistry, Physics, and M.Sc. Physics were started in the academic year 1969-70, 1970-71, 1972-73, 1977-78 and 1982-83 respectively.

NCC was started with an intake of 132 cadets in 1971-72 and students’ Co-Operative society was started in 1976-77. In addition to the various arts and science courses, B.Com (day) and B.Com (evening) course was introduced in 1983-84 and 1984-85 respectively. Part time sequential M.Phil. courses for staff members were started in 1985-86.

Government Arts College, Tiruvannamalai is situated on the Pondicherry – Bangalore highway. Located at the foot of the Mount Arunachala, it has a perfect ambiance for academic pursuits. The college caters to the need of economically and academically backward students in and around Tiruvannamalai. Built in rural area the college is serving economically to the backward students downtrodden of the society. It has a team of able and erudite teachers. They have been keeping the beacon of learning ablaze for more than three decades. As an affiliated college of the Thiruvalluvar University, it has to conform to the existing rules of the university. The needs of the students hailing from this region are quite different from that of the norms of the university. Further, the teaching staff members are dedicated to uplift the society by imparting intellectual food for the student community. We believe that autonomy would be offering them freedom to customize the syllabus to suit their needs. For the welfare of the backward students of this area and aiming to provide academic freedom to the staff and students, autonomy is sought for the Government Arts College, Tiruvannamalai.

The college got ‘B’ Grade by NAAC in 2004. The college also ventured and started self financing PG courses like M.A. History, M.A. Economics and M.Com in the academic year 2004-05 and M.Sc. Mathematics, M.Sc. Botany, BBA (UG) courses were introduced in 2005 – 06, but all these courses were regularized by Government of Tamilnadu in 2006-07. B.Sc. Computer Science course was introduced in 2008-09. Apart from the above courses M.Phil., Mathematics, Physics, Botany, History, Economics and Commerce were also introduced in 2009-10, M.Sc. Computer Science was started in the academic year 2010-11, M.Sc., Chemistry, M.A., English, Tamil were started in the academic year 2011-12, M.Phil., and Ph.D., Chemistry, English were also introduced in 2012-13.

Admission Process at Government Arts College, Tiruvannamalai
Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the desired course, including educational qualifications and subject requirements.
Application Form Obtain the application form from the college's admission office or website.
Fill Application: Complete the application form with accurate personal and academic details.
Submission: Submit the application form with the required documents before the specified deadline.
Merit-Based Selection: Admission may be based on merit. A merit list will be prepared based on academic performance.
Counseling (if applicable): Attend counseling sessions if required, and select your preferred course based on merit ranking.
Document Verification: Verify original documents at the college to confirm eligibility.
Payment of Fees: Pay admission fees within the specified timeframe to secure admission.
Orientation: Attend orientation sessions to learn about college policies, facilities, and academic requirements.
Commencement of Classes: Regular classes for the academic year will begin as scheduled.

Loan/ Scholarship Provisions: Fees are not high, the maximum of fees is 3000rs only. per year. Not increasing. And you must pay examination fees for a total of 6 semesters per semester you pay a maximum of 2000, and as per semester, you have multiple 6*. And they provide SC, and ST scholarships it's a minimum amount of per year: 10000. And also get other community BC, MBC, and others per the year 1000 - 3000. The scholarship is enough for the exam fees and college fees.

Facilities at Government Arts College, Tiruvannamalai
Facility Description
Library The college's library is well-stocked with a wide range of books, journals, and research materials to support academic studies and research projects.
Laboratories Modern and well-equipped laboratories are available for various academic disciplines, providing students with hands-on experience and practical skills.
Classrooms The college boasts spacious and well-furnished classrooms equipped with modern teaching aids to create a conducive learning environment.
Sports Facilities Students have access to sports facilities, including a sports field, indoor games, and a variety of sports equipment, promoting physical fitness and sportsmanship.
Hostel Accommodation For outstation students, comfortable hostel accommodations are available on the campus, complete with essential amenities and security measures.
Cafeteria There is a cafeteria on the campus where students can enjoy a diverse range of meals, snacks, and beverages.
Auditorium The college's auditorium is used for hosting various events, seminars, cultural programs, and academic functions.
Transportation The college provides transportation facilities for students commuting to and from the campus.
Wi-Fi Connectivity Wi-Fi connectivity is available across the campus, facilitating research, online learning, and communication.