Dharmashala Mahavidyalaya Jajapur

About the Institute

Dharmasala Mahavidyalaya,  Dharmasala, Jajpur, Odisha:

🏫 Overview & Accreditation

• Established in 1978, it is affiliated with Utkal University and recognized under UGC sections 2(f) & 12(B)—making it eligible for central funding since 2003 .

• Achieved NAAC Grade B accreditation, reflecting good academic standards 

• Situated on a 10-acre suburban campus near NH‑16, surrounded by cultural landmarks like Lord Gokarneswar temple and Langudi hills.

🎓 Academic Programs & Intake

• Offers Undergraduate (UG) courses in Arts, Science, and Commerce:

  • B.A. & B.A. (Hons) in subjects like Economics, History, Odia, Philosophy, English, Education, Political Science

  • B.Sc. & B.Sc. (Hons) in PCM, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics .

  • B.Com. general and honours .

• Enrollment figures:

  • Arts: ~830 students

  • Science: ~379 students

  • Commerce: included in Arts/Science total; approximate overall strength ~1,200+

• Seat intake: Total UG enrollment per year typically ranges between 900–1,100 students .

📚 Infrastructure & Facilities

• Library with ~7,500 volumes and book-bank facility 

• Well-equipped science and computer labs, plus robust Wi‑Fi/LAN access .

• Sports grounds, auditorium, gym, common rooms, and medical facilities—hostel available for ~30 women .

• Active extracurriculars: NSS, Red Cross, Red Ribbon Club, career counseling, and placement support 

👩‍🏫 Faculty & Governance

• Led currently by Dr. Ajaya Kumar Lenka (Principal)

• Teaching staff strength aligns with institution size (~40–50 faculty), creating a healthy student–teacher ratio (~1:25) .

🎯 Student Life & Community

• Known for consistent academic outcomes and distinction—e.g., Philosophy honours students ranking among top at university level .

• Focus on moral and value-based education uplifted by the tranquil rural setting .

• Hosts memorial lectures, student seminars, inter-college debates, and cultural events 

Dharmasala Mahavidyalaya is a well-established Utkal University-affiliated college offering core UG degrees in Arts, Science, and Commerce. It features solid infrastructure, extra-curricular engagement, and a serene rural campus. Accredited by NAAC, UGC-recognized, and committed to rural student upliftment, it presents a disciplined and enriching academic experience.