About AJK

Established in 2007, in the rural area of Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, AJK College of Arts and Science (AJKCAS) is an autonomous NAAC A+ accredited and ISO 21001:2018 certified new-age Co-educational Institution. It is recognized by UGC with 2(f) and 12(B) status and is affiliated to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore. It is built on core fundamentals to create and nurture a talent pool of youth focused on curiosity, creativity, critique, and character. The college follows a Comprehensive curriculum and a learner-centric approach to teaching with an emphasis on holistic development of its students. It is the first affiliated institution in Tamil Nadu to offer a Ph.D. in Catering Science and Hotel Management (CS&HM).

The institution has a community-service approach providing opportunities to students hailing from rural areas, girl students, and students from marginalized sections of society. It has marked its significant presence by attaining 115th rank amongst the Higher Educational Institutions in India with its effective participation in the country's rural development process through "Unnat Bharat Abhiyan".

The college provides a high degree of personalized education and supports the advancement and dissemination of knowledge through quality teaching, research and scholarly activities. In addition to academic, vocational, and technical skills, AJKCAS facilitates the students to gain knowledge and develop relevant values, attitudes, and skills for a fuller participation in society through Life Skills.

With the focus on technology-based e-learning that combines online and on-campus learning, in tune with present times, the college builds in students' skills needed to leapfrog to a brighter future. Likewise, functional FDPs are planned and conducted regularly to upskill teachers and facilitate in digital learning and adapt innovative pedagogies in their subject areas. Besides teaching regular curricular subjects, the college also provides value-added courses, certificate and diploma courses to bridge skill gaps and prepare the students' industry/placements.

The institution offers a wide range of activities and students are encouraged to involve themselves in any of them. Facilitating work in different realms of fine arts is an integral part of student life. 19 Committees, 13 Cells, 17 Clubs, 5 Centres, 7 Organizations at AJKCAS, help the students to build and develop their personality and skills. The students are also motivated to conduct and participate in various curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular activities. The college has excellent placement records. It has strong industrial relations through more than 130 MoUs, collaborations and linkages.

Education transforms lives and is at the core of AJKCAS. Learning here is, therefore, sure to unfold into a never-before experience. The proven record of achievements of its founders and College Committee members only shows the deep sense of passion and commitment the team has towards cementing a place from where all future stars will rise.