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About
OfficialBishop Heber College is a private religious minority college in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, affiliated to Bharathidasan University.
- Established in 1966 as S.P.G. College
- Religious minority institution run by the CSI Tiruchirappalli–Thanjavur Diocese
- Affiliated to Bharathidasan University
- Ranked 34th by NIRF in 2023
- Autonomy granted during 2004-2005
About
Bishop Heber College is a religious minority educational institution established by the Tiruchirappalli–Thanjavur Diocese of the Church of South India. It is located at Allithurai Road in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. The college admits students of all faiths and religions. Its vision is to transform young learners to be competent and socially conscious through holistic education, inspired by the love of the Lord Jesus Christ.
History
The college traces its origin to Heber Memorial School, which became a full-fledged High School in 1864. It was formerly known as S.P.G. College and was revived on June 24, 1966 by Most Rev. Dr. Solomon Doraisawmy. The University Grants Commission and Bharathidasan University granted the college autonomy during 2004-2005.
Academics
The college is affiliated with Bharathidasan University and is approved by UGC and AICTE. It offers 30+ UG programmes, 22+ PG programmes, 17 PhD programmes and 23 Diploma/Certificate programmes. The departments page lists 23 departments across Arts & Humanities and Science & Technology. The college aims to impart Whole Person Education through academic excellence, spiritual, social and ecological consciousness, innovation and entrepreneurship, and partnership and networking.
Campus & Facilities
The college has a fully computerized library holding about 1,28,779 volumes with 73,999 titles, and it subscribes to 114 journals and 85 magazines. Listed facilities include a Central Library, English Language Lab, Internet Lab with Campus Wi-Fi, Fitness Center, Gymnasium, Health Care Centre, Bank/ATM Centre, Bus Transport and Hostels.
Recognition
It was ranked 34th by NIRF in 2023. The college received the Green College Award in 2016 from CSI Synod, Chennai.
Rankings at a glance
NIRF 2024
#33
Overall national ranking
Quick stats
Courses offered
73
Avg placements
₹4.5 lakh / yr
Total intake
Not yet verified
Hostel
Yes
Data last verified October 2026 · compiled from official sources