About
OfficialAnna Adarsh College for Women is a private nonprofit women's college in Anna Nagar, Chennai, affiliated to the University of Madras.
- Established in 1985
- Affiliated to University of Madras and autonomous
- NAAC A++ grade with CGPA 3.
- Student strength of 4938 and 215 teaching staff
- Offers 28 programmes across UG, PG and research
About
Anna Adarsh College for Women is a private nonprofit institution managed by the Punjab Association. It is located at AI, II Street, 9th Main Road, Anna Nagar, Chennai - 40, and is autonomous and affiliated to the University of Madras. The college is dedicated to women's education.
History
The college opened for the first time in 1985 and was established by the Punjab Association of Madras in the memory of Arignar Anna. It takes his motto, Duty, Discipline and Dignity, as its inspiration. The college began with 300 students, 22 faculty members and 6 undergraduate programmes. The Punjab Association was founded through a get-together of five Punjab families on January 1st, 1937, with Shri P.N. Dhawan as a founder member.
Academics
The college today has a student strength of 4938 and a teaching force of 215, offering 28 programmes across undergraduate, postgraduate and research streams. It offers Ph.D and M.Phil programmes in Public Administration and Commerce. Undergraduate admission is merit-based, using Higher Secondary marks under the Tamil Nadu government procedure, and lateral entry is available for UG Commerce degree and diploma holders.
Campus & Facilities
Facilities listed include libraries, seminar halls, science labs, computer centres and labs, a language lab, smartboard classrooms and a sports ground. Hostel facilities include a recreational hall, reading room, emergency medical aid and a hygienic kitchen.
Recognition
The college has been re-accredited by NAAC at A++ Grade with a CGPA of 3.Its stated mission is to help young women grow into confident, creative, emotionally balanced and professionally competent individuals.
Quick stats
Courses offered
37
Avg placements
₹3.2 lakh / yr
Total intake
Not yet verified
Hostel
Yes
Data last verified October 2026 · compiled from official sources