Vimala College is a Roman Catholic girl’s College situated in Thrissur, Kerala. It was established in 1967. The college has been an autonomous body since 2015. It is affiliated with the University of Calicut. The college has been accredited by NAAC (3rd time) and ranked 52nd by NIRF in 2017.

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Vimala College offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in various disciplines. It has secured second position among Indian colleges with lowest course fee for the social work programme. Admission procedure is to be conducted online. Provision of seats are made for those belonging to the SC/ST, OBCs and other minority groups while selecting candidates for respective courses.

Vimala College Thrissur Key Points

  1. In India Today All India Ranking 2020, Vimala College secured the 22nd Rank in Social Work, 33rd Rank in Science, 34th Rank in Commerce and 59th Rank in Arts.
  2. It was conferred autonomy in 2015.
  3. It is a Mentor College in NAAC Paramarsh Scheme.
  4. It provides facilities to students like an efficient Library, laboratories, a well functioning media lab, learning resources during lockdown, etc.
  5. It has beautifully maintained gardens, some for study.
  6. It has a multimedia centre, a radio recording room and a conference hall as well.

Vimala College Thrissur Rankings

  1. NAAC Re-accredited (3rd Cycle) : A grade, CGPA – 3.50 on a 4 point scale.
  2. NIRF 2020 – 99th Rank in all India.
  3. DBT – Star College.
  4. Affiliated to the University of Calicut.
  5. The University Grants Commission identified Vimala College as a College with Potential for Excellence (CPE) and conferred autonomy in 2015.

Vimala College Thrissur Course And Fees

Vimala College has as many as 23 departments offering Undergraduate, Post Graduate, certificate and research programmes to students since its inception

PROGRAM PROGRAM DETAILS SELECTION BASIS
B.A
  • Duration- 3 years.
  • Fees- 9000 INR/semester.
  • Eligibility- Passed the HSE of the Kerala State Board of Higher Secondary Examination or any other equivalent examination.
  • Specialisation- Malayalam language and literature, English Language and literature, Functional English, Economics, Sociology.
 Selection is merit based.
B.Com
  • Duration- 3 years.
  • Fees- 9000 INR/semester.
  • Eligibility- Passed the HSE of the Kerala State Board of Higher Secondary Examination or any other equivalent examination with at least one commerce subject.
  • OR acquired a minimum of 45% marks in any discipline.
  • Specialisation- Finance.
 Selection is merit based.
B.Sc
  • Duration- 3 years.
  • Fees- 11250 INR/semester.
  • Eligibility- Passed the HSE of the Kerala State Board of Higher Secondary Examination or any other equivalent examination with a subject adhering to the area of study.
  • Specialisation- Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Family and Community Science, Computer Science, Textile and fashion Technology.
 Selection is merit based.
B.Voc
  • Duration- 3 years
  • Fees- 25000 INR/semester, approximately.
  • Eligibility- Passed the HSE of the Kerala State Board of Higher Secondary Examination or any other equivalent examination.
  • Specialisation- Food processing Technology, Web Technology.
 Selection is merit based.
M.A
  • Duration- 2 years.
  • Fees- 9000 INR/semester, approximately.
  • Eligibility- Bachelor degree in the concerned area of study from University of Calicut or any other equivalent qualification with a minimum of 50% marks in the core subject. A relaxation of 5% is allowed in the case of OBC/OEC. SC/ST Candidates only need to pass the undergraduate course.
  • Specialisation- Malayalam, English, Economics, Sociology.
 Selection is merit based.
M.Com
  • Duration- 2 years.
  • Fees-9000 INR/semester, approximately.
  • Eligibility- Bachelor degree in the concerned area of study from University of Calicut or any other equivalent qualification with a minimum of 50% marks in the core subject. A relaxation of 5% is allowed in the case of OBC/OEC. SC/ST Candidates only need to pass the undergraduate course.
  • Specialisation- Commerce.
 Selection is merit based.
M.Sc
  • Duration- 2 years.
  • Fees- 11250 INR/semester, approximately.
  • Eligibility- Bachelor degree in the concerned area of study from University of Calicut or any other equivalent qualification with a minimum of 50% marks in the core subject. A relaxation of 5% is allowed in the case of OBC/OEC. SC/ST Candidates only need to pass the undergraduate course.
  • Specialisation- Physics, Nutrition and Dietetics, Textile and Costume Science, Chemistry, Mathematics, Zoology, Botany.
 Selection is merit based.
MSW
  • Duration- 2 years
  • Fees- 9000 INR/semester, approximately.
  • Eligibility- Bachelor degree in the concerned area of study from University of Calicut or any other equivalent qualification with a minimum of 50% marks in the core subject. A relaxation of 5% is allowed in the case of OBC/OEC. SC/ST Candidates only need to pass the undergraduate course.
  • Specialisation – Social Work.
 Selection is Merit based.

The college offers diploma courses in Interior Architecture and Design, Digital video production and tourism management and hospitality. It also offers Ph.D and research programmes in various disciplines.

Vimala College Thrissur Placements

The Internship Guidance Cell at Vimala College offers students with a variety of internships and connects the students with potential employers to enhance their knowledge in practical experience in their respective disciplines. Students can contact the cell regarding summer internship, UBA internship and Internshala.

The Career, guidance placement and training cell provides coaching to students and connects them with recruiting agencies and potential employers. They also organise job fairs to facilitate meritorious students.

Vimala College Thrissur Scholarships

A plethora of scholarship opportunities are offered to students by the Centre and the State.

Central Level Scholarship:

  1. Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities.
  2. Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University students.
  3. PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child.
  4. PG Scholarship for University Rank Holders (1st and 2nd rank holders)
  5. Post Matric scholarship for students with disabilities.
  6. INSPIRE Scholarship.

State level Scholarship:

  1. State Merit Scholarship- DCE.
  2. District Merit Scholarship- DCE.
  3. Muslim Nadar Girls Scholarship- DCE.
  4. Suvarna Jubilee Merit Scholarship – DCE.
  5. BLIND/PH Scholarship- DCE.
  6. PRATIBHA Scholarship.
  7. Higher education Scholarship.
  8. SNEHAPOORVAM Scholarship.
  9. E-GRANTZ.
  10. PROF.JOSEPH MUNDASSERY Scholarship.
  11. C H MUHAMMEDKOYA Scholarship.
  12. VIDYA SAMUNNATHI Merit Scholarship.

Candidates are advised to check the official website.

Vimala College Thrissur FAQs

Ques. How to contact the College for further query?

Ans. Go to the official website, valid phone numbers and email id will be mentioned there. Candidates can either call the authority during the hours available or construct and send an email.

Ques. Are hostel facilities available at Vimala College?

Ans. Students are requested to get in touch with the College authority for authentic information regarding hostel accommodation.

Ques. Is Vimala College a private Institute?

Ans. No Vimala College is an autonomous body working under the management of the Nirmala Province, Thrissur, of the Congregation of Mother Carmel in the Roman Catholic Church.

Ques. Is there any job vacancy at Vimala College?

Ans. Yes they are looking for assistant professors in certain disciplines. Aspirants are kindly requested to check the website for further information.

Ques. What are some of the new courses being offered?

Ans. Diploma programmes in digital video production, tourism management and hospitality, Interior Architecture and design and Data science to name a few. Check the official website for more details.