About Govt PU College Kollegal
About Government PU College Kollegal
Government PU College Kollegal is a state-run institution established in 1984 in Kollegal — a taluk headquarters in Chamarajanagar district, South Karnataka. Affiliated with the Department of Pre-University Education, Karnataka, the college provides Karnataka PU Board curriculum across Science, Commerce, and Arts streams at government-regulated fees. Kollegal sits near the Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple (BRT) Wildlife Sanctuary — a forested hill range at the junction of the Western and Eastern Ghats — and serves a predominantly agricultural and tribal student population from the surrounding region.
As a government college, it's the most financially accessible PU option for students from Kollegal's farming communities, SC/ST tribal groups in the BRT area, and families in the surrounding taluks of Chamarajanagar district.
Streams and Combinations
| Stream | Combination | Career Pathway |
|---|---|---|
| Science | PCMB/PCMC | KCET, NEET, B.Sc |
| Commerce | EBAS | BCom, BBA |
| Arts | HESP/HEPS | BA, Government services |
Admission and Fees
Admission through Karnataka's centralised government PU admission portal. SC/ST/OBC reservations apply. Fees government-regulated. SC/ST students may qualify for full fee waivers. Kollegal is connected to Mysuru (70 km) and Chamarajanagar city (40 km) by KSRTC.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a private PU college in Kollegal?
Government PU College is the primary option in Kollegal town. Students wanting private PU college options typically travel to Chamarajanagar city (40 km) or Mysuru (70 km).
Are tribal students eligible for special scholarships at Government PU College Kollegal?
Yes. ST students from the BRT area and surrounding tribal communities qualify for scholarships under Karnataka's Scheduled Tribes welfare schemes. Contact the college office or the Tribal Welfare Department for current scholarship details.