It is with great pride and pleasure that I extend a warm welcome to you to CES's Parvatibai Chowgule College of Arts and Science (Autonomous).

Established in 1962, in the aftermath of Goa's liberation, our institution has consistently upheld a legacy of academic excellence, innovation, and holistic education. As a premier educational institution in the state of Goa, we offer a wide spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, designed to nurture intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and ethical leadership.

We are honoured to be accredited with an 'A+' Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), with a commendable CGPA of 3.27 in the fourth cycle of re-accreditation. Our college holds the distinction of being the first autonomous college in the State of Goa, a status conferred by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in 2014-an affirmation of our commitment to academic freedom and excellence.

In alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, our institution has restructured its academic framework to promote multidisciplinary learning and academic flexibility. The curriculum now emphasizes skilling, internships, value-added and ability enhancement courses, ensuring that our students are industry-ready and socially responsible. We are committed to nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship through outcome-based education and a choice-based credit system that empowers learners to tailor their academic pathways.

The college has adopted specialized teaching-learning pedagogies such as experiential learning, flipped classrooms, and activity-based learning, which promote student engagement and deeper understanding. These methodologies ensure that education extends beyond traditional classrooms into real-world applications.

Our faculty are actively engaged in research and innovation, with numerous research projects sanctioned by national and international funding agencies. We take pride in having secured two patents, reflecting our growing contribution to research and intellectual property development.

Our Recent Accolades Include:

• Recognised as the Best Affiliated College by Goa University during its Silver Jubilee celebrations in 2009.
• Recipient of the Best Educational Institute award by Business Goa in 2014.
• Placed in the 151-200 Rank Band in the India Rankings 2019 under the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India.
• Awarded the prestigious DBT Star College Scheme by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India - the only college in Goa to receive this recognition.
• Honoured as the Best Internship Partner by the Goa Rugby Union at the Goa Rugby Awards 2018.
• Ranked in Band A (Ranks 06-25) under the Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements (ARIIA) 2020, in the category of 'Institutes and Colleges (Govt. and Govt. Aided)' by the MHRD, Government of India.

As we move forward, Parvatibai Chowgule College remains steadfast in its commitment to nurturing quality alumni who meet global standards and contribute meaningfully to society. Through the effective implementation of NEP 2020, integration of emerging pedagogies, and continuous research engagement, we aim to remain at the forefront of academic excellence and societal relevance.

I invite you to explore the enriching opportunities that await you at our college and to be a part of our journey toward academic distinction and global impact.

Warm regards,
Prof. Sangeeta G. Sankhalkar
Principal
CES's Parvatibai Chowgule College of Arts and Science (Autonomous)
principal@chowgules.ac.in