Navajyothi College of Arts and Science is a other institution in Kannur, established in 2011. Navajyothi College of Arts and Science is a premier autonomous institution located in Kannur, Kerala, established in 2006. The college has grown into one of North Kerala's most respected centers for undergraduate and postgraduate education in the sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Built on an 18-acre suburban campus on the Pallamanna Road, the institution serves approximately 2,400 students across 12 academic departments and offers both BA/BSc and MA/MSc programs. The college gained autonomy in 2010, enabling it to design its own curriculum, conduct examinations, and operate with greater academic independence. This autonomy has been instrumental in establishing Navajyothi as a research-oriented institution while maintaining strong undergraduate focus. The institution is deeply committed to holistic student development, combining rigorous academics with extensive extracurricular opportunities. The faculty comprises over 145 highly qualified teachers, with approximately 68% holding doctoral degrees, ensuring strong mentorship and research guidance. Navajyothi's academic programs span Science (Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Mathematics, Computer Science), Commerce, Humanities (English, History, Political Science, Economics, Sociology), and Social Sciences. The college has consistently produced competitive exam toppers, particularly in Kerala Higher Secondary Examination, University Examinations, and various entrance examinations. Research is a cornerstone of the institution—multiple faculty members are actively engaged in UGC-supported research projects, generating publications in peer-reviewed national and international journals. The college hosts regular research seminars, interdisciplinary workshops, and collaborations with national laboratories and universities. In recent years, Navajyothi has strengthened its placement ecosystem significantly. While not a tier-1 engineering or management institution, the college has developed strong recruitment connections in IT, education, banking, and public sector organizations. The placement cell maintains partnerships with over 120 organizations, and graduates work with companies like Infosys, TCS, HCL, Federal Bank, ICICI Bank, and educational institutions across India. Many alumni pursue postgraduate studies at prestigious universities including IITs, IISc, Delhi University, and foreign institutions. The campus culture emphasizes academic excellence balanced with vibrant student life. Annual fests like Navajyothi Fest (cultural), Tech Fest (technology and innovation), and Sports Meet draw participation from neighboring colleges. The college maintains active cultural, sports, and technical clubs, with particular strength in debate, theater, and environmental science clubs. The college has established four research centers—the Environmental Science Research Center, Computational Mathematics Lab, Social Science Research Unit, and Literature and Language Studies Center. These centers facilitate faculty research and provide undergraduate research opportunities. Navajyothi maintains NAAC accreditation (Grade A, last accredited 2019) and is recognized by UGC under Section 12B. The institution is particularly known for environmental science education, with its Environmental Science department being among the finest in Kerala. Strengths include committed faculty, modern laboratory facilities, digital library access, active research culture, and strong alumni network. Students often cite the approachable faculty and personalized attention as defining features. Weaknesses include limited placement visibility compared to major metros, moderate campus infrastructure compared to elite private universities, and occasionally stretched resources in emerging technology domains. The college is ideal for students seeking a traditional yet progressive arts and science education in a research-oriented environment without the pressure cooker of elite coaching-driven colleges. It appeals particularly to Kerala-based students and those from neighboring states seeking quality higher education in humanities and basic sciences. International student presence is minimal. The institution encourages academic pursuits over rote learning, making it suitable for genuinely interested scholars rather than placement-obsessed students. Living costs are notably lower than metros, with strong local community integration.