About Our College

Rajapalayam Rajus College established in the year 1973, has successfully completed 50 years of service in the field of higher education in this cotton based industrial town, Rajapalayam It is the only Government-aided co-educational college in a radius of 30 Kms, catering to the needs of under privileged rural youth, hailing from poor strata of society By its social commitment the college has earned a good name and fame of its own. It is a 50 year old institution located in a sprawling campus of 52 acres of lush green land at the foot of the Western Ghats on the Mudangiar Road. The College is known for its academic excellence and it is affiliated to the Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai. The UGC has recognized the College under section 2F & 12B.

To start with, the College offered Pre-University Course in 1973. B.Com., Degree Course was started in 1975 followed by B.A., History in 1977. With the shedding off P.U.C. from the College, the undergraduate courses were strengthened by adding B.Sc., Chemistry in 1979,B.Sc., Mathematics in 1980 and B.Sc., Physics in 1987.The College entered the Post Graduate phase of development with the introduction of M.Com., in 1982 and M.A., History in 1983. Certificate Course in Gandhian Thought and Salesmanship were started in 1988. The following Self-financing Courses are also offered. M.Phil (History) course was introduced in 1989. B.Sc. (Computer Science) from the year 1993, B.Com (Self- finance) from the year 1994, P.G.D.C.A. Course from 1994, M.Sc., Computer Science from 2000, B.Com. (Computer Application) from 2001. M.Phil (Commerce) from 2003, B.B.A from 2005, Ph.D. Research Centre in History was introduced in 2007.

Certificate and Diploma in Introduction to Internet (UGC) from 2008, B.Com. (C A) Additional Section from 2009 and B.A. English Literature Degree Course from the academic year 2010-11. The College admitted Girl Students from the year 2012-13. M.Com. (CA), Ph.D.,(Commerce) Courses are offered from the year 2012-2013.B.A.(Tamil) and M.A.(English) are offered from 2013-2014. B.Sc.(Maths with Computer Application) and M.Sc.(Maths) are offered from 2016-2017. Due to the raising demand from parents and students B.Sc Maths with C.A is changed into B.Sc Maths from 2020. B.Com Professional Accounting started from this academic year 2020-2021.

The Institution aims at shaping its students into worthy citizens of Mother India. Emphasis is laid on imparting edifying knowledge and cultivation of character. The College stands for the ideals – Discipline, Devotion and Dedication.

OUR VISION

To provide quality higher education to rural students and nurture in them the value of discipline, devotion and dedication and transform them into responsible citizens.

OUR MISSION

To contribute to Nation building by imparting quality higher education to rural youth.
To inculcate the national spirit and instill a sense of social commitment in the minds of the youth to foster Universal Brotherhood.
To promote the evolution of lawful and equitable society through higher education.

Rajapalayam Rajus College Admission :

The college offers admission to the courses on the basis of marks obtained by the students in their last qualifying exam.

How to Apply?

Visit the campus of Rajapalaym Rajus College
Go to the admission office
Collect the admission form
Fill up the form carefully
Pay the application fee
Submit the filled form
Also submit the required documents

Candidate must have passed in 10+2 Examination or equivalent (Preference to Maths Students) in any discipilne from any recognized Board.

Objectives:

The Placement Cell acts as interface between the Students community and corporate world and is dedicated to help the students towards their On-campus and Off-campus Placements.

The Primary Role of Placement Cell:

Prepare students for successful performance in competitive examinations like TNPSC (group II, & IV) examinations, VAO examinations, Banking Services Examinations and UGC - NET & SET Test.

Conducting soft skill development and competency building programmes to the students to increase their employability skills.

Develop communication abilities by conducting group discussions and mock interviews.

Invite industries and prospective employers to organize campus interview for our student community.

List of Companies participated in On-Campus and Off-Campus Interview

1. Ramco Cements Limited, Chennai

2. Ramco Industrial and Technology Services Limited (wholly owned subsidiary of The Ramco Cements Limited, Chennai.

3. Lore Education, Sonipat, Haryana (ST)

4. Duruva Finance Private Limited, Karur.5. Alcance Technologies, Chennai.

6. TVS Training & Services Ltd., Chennai

7. IDBI Federal Life Insurance Co. Ltd, Erode.

8. Canbridge english academy, Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu.

9. Nice Education, (A Venture of Nobel Insitute of Communicative English Charitable Trust)

10. Mcwood pte. Ltd., Singapore.

11. Orchid Pharma Ltd, Chennai.

12. Vedanta Limited (Formerly Sesa Sterlite Limited), Thoothukudi.

13. Olive Ridely Singapore Pte, Ltd, Ecopositive Chemistry Private Limited, SRC Fine Chem, Bangalore, India.

14. Sri Ram Meditex, Rajapalayam.

15. Rocksphere Granities Private Limited, Rajapalayam.

16. Muthoot Finance, Tirunelveli Town.

Rajapalayam Rajus College Scholarships
75%Attendance for Eligibility of Scholarships

Students who are eligible for all kinds of Scholarship (Residential and Non-residential) awarded both by the Harijan and Tribal Welfare and Backward Class Departments should submit a declaration along with the application for admission to the effect that they agree to attend the College regularly and they are aware of the fact that they should put in not less than 75% of the term days in a year. If it is not satisfied, the scholarship will be withheld even though the student may satisfy the other criteria. This percentage may be relaxed in cases of student sickness if certified by competent medical authorities.

All Students satisfying Rule 92, M.E.R. are eligible for full or half Concession of tuition fees.The production of Certificate of Income of the parent or guardian in the form prescribed in Appendix 18 shall be insisted on in all cases of grant of fee concessions. The Certificates should be issued by an officer of the Revenue Department not lower in rank than Deputy Tahsildar or Sub- Magistrate, Gazetted Officer or an Inspector of Police.

In the income certificate the father alone should sign if he is alive. If not the mother should sign. If both the parents are not alive the guardian can sign. Concession will ordinarily be restricted to those who are native of Tamilnadu or domiciled therein.

Students Aid-fund is built up with the contribution of Rs.3/- by every student

The fund shall be known as the ‘Rajapalayam Rajus’ College Students Fund’. The object of this fund is to render financial assistance to poor and deserving students to meet their tuition fee or examination fees or to purchase books or meet similar other expenses. Limited assistance may be given to the students to meet their hostel mess, clothing or medical expenses if their needs are considered genuine.

The G.O.M.S. No.660 Education dated 22.4.1979 applies to all students who are entitled to get the educational concessions and scholarships granted by the Education Department from the academic year 1979-80 onwards.

Two Endowments are instituted by Shri Sultan Chand Trust, New Delhi. The Endowments are of Rs. One Lakh (Rs.50,000/- each). The annual interest of Rs.250 each per month will be awarded every year to a student of II B.Com., who secures the highest percentage of Marks in I B.Com., and to a Student of III B.Com., who secures the highest percentage of marks in II B.Com.

Scholarships sanctioned by the Director of Collegiate Education

1. National Merit Scholarships-Government of India Scheme

2. State Scholarship to Children of State Teachers

3. State Government Merit Scholarship Scheme

4. Freedom Fighters Scholarship5. Children of Defence Service Personnel

6. The Children of Repatriates from Sri Lanka

7. National Loan Scholarship

8. Adhoc Merit Grant Scheme

9. State Collegiate Scholarship

Rajapalayam Rajus College, Rajapalayam Facilities

Library

The college Library is well-stocked with over 30000+ books in total; periodicals, magazines, references, national and international journals.

Laboratories

The college has Well furnished Physics, Chemistry and Computer Science labs are available in our College. The latest and upgraded equipment are present in the lab to quench the thirst for practical learning. They accomplish the purpose of practical teaching and learning. Physics and Chemistry labs are upgraded at every regular span of time. Our labs are proper to carry out all sorts of experiments. Practice makes men perfect. Our labs by imparting practical knowledge strive hard to enhance the knowledge of our Students.

Auditorium

The college has an auditorium facility for events and seminars.

Cafeteria

The college has a canteen facility for staff and students.

Medical/Hospital

The college has a health center with a first aid facility for the students.

I.T Infrastructure

The college has an excellent IT Infrastructure facility for the students.

Gym

The college has a Gym facility for the students.

Sports

The college has sports facilities for all students.

Guest Room/Waiting Room

The college has a guest house/waiting room facilities for visiting faculty and student family members.

Boys Hostel

The college has Separate hostel facilities are provided for Boys on the college campus. It has adequate high security and good discipline. The students who are not staying with the parents shall reside in the college hostel as per college rules. The hostel provides accommodation and nutritious food for all the students. The rooms are furnished with a table, chair, cot, and fan. Application form for the Hostel admission can be had from the Hostel Office.

Girls Hostel

The college has Separate hostel facilities are provided for Girls on the college campus. It has adequate high security and good discipline. The students who are not staying with the parents shall reside in the college hostel as per college rules. The hostel provides accommodation and nutritious food for all the students. The rooms are furnished with a table, chair, cot, and fan. Application form for the Hostel admission can be had from the Hostel Office.

Alumni Associations

The college has good networking for the alumni association.

Swimming Pool

The college has a Swimming Pool facility for the students and staff.

Banks/ATMs

Bank of Baroda ATM centre is established at the entrance of the college. The college staff members and students can withdraw money at the time of their need.

TRANSPORT FACILITY

Our college operates 4 buses for the comfortable turning up of staff members and students to the college. The buses collect the students from all the prime locations in and around Rajapalayam. This transport facility is optimal. Besided, our college buses, the government also operates buses for the students. Our buses propose a pleasant journey for pleasing education.