Makhanlal Chaturvedi Government Girls’ PG College, Khandwa

Overview

Established in 1963, this is the only government postgraduate college exclusively for women in Khandwa. Affiliated with Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore, and accredited with NAAC Grade A, the college provides quality education in arts, commerce, science, and home science.

Courses Offered

UG Programs (3-year degrees)

B.A. – Social sciences and humanities

B.Com. – General Commerce, Office Management, Computer Applications, Taxation & Business Law

B.Sc. – Options such as PCM, PCB, Home Science, Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Zoology

PG Programs (2-year degrees)

M.A. – Economics, Political Science, Hindi, Sociology, Music Vocal

M.Sc. – Chemistry, Home Science

M.Com.

Total program count: ~12 UG + ~6 PG

Eligibility & Admissions

UG Admission: Based on 12th standard marks (especially in commerce or science streams) and possibly a college-level interview or test for certain subjects like B.Sc.

PG Admission: Requires a relevant bachelor’s degree with ~45–50% aggregate marks. Some programs may include shortlisting or an interview.

Fees (Approximate)

UG degrees: Very modest, subsidized by the government

PG degrees: Slightly higher than UG but still affordable for women from all backgrounds
(Exact fees vary each year and by category)

Campus & Facilities

Campus size: approx. 1.7 hectares dedicated to women’s higher education

Library: Digital-supported, stocked with over 25,000 volumes and journals; free stationery/textbooks for SC/ST students

Labs: Departments (Science, Home Science) have well-equipped labs

IT Infrastructure: Computer labs and internet-enabled classrooms

Hostel: Girls’ hostel with limited intake and evolving infrastructure

Sports & Recreation: Includes cricket, volleyball, basketball, badminton, table tennis, chess, gym, and auditorium

Extra-curriculars: NSS, NCC, cultural, literary clubs, seminars, workshops, and guest lectures

Placement Cell: Career guidance, training, internships, and job support through workshops and events

Highlights & Student Life

One of the leading women’s colleges in MP for affordable and inclusive education

Strong emphasis on academic rigour, cultural involvement, and life-skills development

Vibrant literary, cultural, and sports activities for personality enhancement