About Sri Devaraj Urs College of Education
About Sri Devaraj Urs College of Education Kolar
Sri Devaraj Urs College of Education is affiliated with Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education and Research (SDUAHER) — a Deemed University in Kolar named after the former Chief Minister of Karnataka, Devaraj Urs, who was known for his progressive social policies and land reforms in the 1970s. Established in 2003 and approved by NCTE, the college holds NAAC B+ accreditation and offers the B.Ed programme from within the SDUAHER campus complex in Kolar. Kolar — historically known for its gold mining heritage (Kolar Gold Fields, the KGF of popular film fame) and located 60 km east of Bangalore — has a large government and private school network across Kolar and Chikkaballapur districts.
Programme and Infrastructure
| Programme | Duration | Affiliation | NAAC |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Ed | 2 years | SDUAHER (Deemed University) | B+ |
The B.Ed programme covers methodology subjects in Science, Mathematics, Social Science, Kannada, and English. Teaching practice is conducted in affiliated schools in Kolar district, giving student teachers classroom experience in the local school environment. The SDUAHER Deemed University campus provides access to a central library and shared institutional infrastructure — a meaningful advantage over standalone B.Ed colleges without university campus backing.
SDUAHER Deemed University Advantage
Being located on the SDUAHER campus gives the B.Ed college access to the university's central library, computer facilities, and the academic culture of a multi-faculty university environment. SDUAHER runs medical college, dental college, nursing college, and pharmacy college alongside the education college — an interdisciplinary campus environment that's unusual for B.Ed students, who typically study in standalone teacher education institutions.
Kolar District School Market
Kolar and Chikkaballapur districts have a large number of government and private schools, creating consistent demand for B.Ed graduates. Kolar district's school density is driven by its proximity to Bangalore and its significant rural population across multiple taluks. Government school teacher recruitment through Karnataka TET and DSERT, combined with private school placements in the Bangalore–Kolar corridor, provides B.Ed graduates from Sri Devaraj Urs College of Education with strong local employment prospects.
KTET Preparation Support
The college runs KTET (Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test) preparation support as part of its programme — helping students build toward the mandatory qualification for government school teaching appointments. This integrated approach means graduates complete B.Ed already working toward TET eligibility rather than treating it as a separate post-graduation step.
Hostel and Admission
Hostel facilities are available for both boys and girls. Admission is through Karnataka's centralised B.Ed CET (KEA). Bachelor's degree with 50% marks required. Apply through KEA portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Devaraj Urs?
Devaraj Urs was Chief Minister of Karnataka (1972–1977 and 1978–1980), known for progressive land reforms, policies favouring backward classes, and social equity initiatives. The SDUAHER university in Kolar is named in his honour.
Is Sri Devaraj Urs College of Education part of SDUAHER University?
Yes — the college is affiliated with SDUAHER (Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education and Research), a Deemed University. This is distinct from government university affiliation — SDUAHER is a private deemed university.
Does the college have hostel for boys?
Yes — hostel facilities are available for both boys and girls at Sri Devaraj Urs College of Education Kolar.
Is Kolar near Bangalore?
Kolar is approximately 60 km east of Bangalore on NH-75 (Bangalore–Chennai highway). KSRTC and private buses connect Kolar to Bangalore Majestic in about 1.5–2 hours.