NGMCTo provide facilities for higher education for students from High Schools of Pollachi and Udumalpet Taluks, an organisation called “Pollachi Kalvi Kazhagam” with the following office bearers was constituted in 1957. This marked the humble beginnings of what would become a significant institution of higher learning in the region.
- Thiru S.P. Nallamuthu Gounder – President
- Thiru V.K. Palanisamy Gounder – Vice-President
- Thiru M.S. Palaniappa Mudaliar – Treasurer
- Thiru N. Mahalingam – Secretary
- Thiru S.A. Ramachandran – Asst. Secretary
The organisation took diligent efforts to establish a College in Pollachi. Thiru C. Subramaniam, former Minister for Finance, a prominent figure in Indian politics and economics, evinced keen interest in this venture. His support and influence were crucial in navigating the bureaucratic and logistical challenges of establishing a new educational institution.
Shri S.P. Nallamuthu Gounder, the Founder of NGM College, Pollachi, played a pivotal role in realizing the vision of accessible higher education for the region’s youth. His dedication and leadership were instrumental in the college’s establishment and early growth.
On the auspicious day of 12th July 1957, the College was inaugurated in the immediate presence of the Chief Donor Thiru S.P. Nallamuthu Gounder and started functioning with a strength of 160 students in the Pre-University Course. This marked the official commencement of the college’s academic journey, providing a much-needed avenue for students to pursue higher education. The able guidance and patronage of Arutchelvar Dr. N. Mahalingam, D.Sc., F.I.E., enabled the management to start degree courses in Economics, Mathematics, and Physics in July 1959. This expansion of academic offerings was a significant step towards establishing the college as a comprehensive educational institution. Under Dr. N. Mahalingam’s benevolent patronage, the College has now blossomed into a full-fledged academic institution offering UG and PG courses in various disciplines, a testament to his commitment and vision.
Padma Bhushan Arutchelvar Dr. N. Mahalingam, as a Patron, provided invaluable support and guidance, shaping the college’s growth and development over the years. His contributions were essential in transforming the institution into a center of academic excellence.
In July 1960, the Science Block was opened by the then Governor of Madras, signifying the government’s recognition and support for the college’s efforts in promoting science education. B.Sc. Degree course in Chemistry was started in July 1965, further expanding the science offerings, and B.Com. in July 1968, catering to the growing demand for commerce education. The B.A. Degree course in English Literature was introduced in July 1971, adding a humanities dimension to the curriculum. Degree courses in B.A. History and B.Sc. Botany were introduced in July 1972, further diversifying the academic programs and catering to a wider range of student interests.
In September 1972, the “Pollachi Kalvi Kazhagam” was renamed as “Nallamuthu Gounder Mahalingam College Kalvi Kazhagam”, acknowledging the contributions of the key individuals who played a vital role in the college’s establishment and development.
A new block was constructed with the U.G.C. grant and it was opened by Thiru N.D. Sundaravadivelu, the then Vice-Chancellor of Madras University on 3rd March 1974. This expansion of infrastructure was crucial in accommodating the growing student population and providing better facilities for teaching and learning. The College began to spread its wings of progress with the introduction of co-education in the year 1975, promoting gender equality and providing opportunities for women to pursue higher education. The semester system was introduced in 1976, enhancing the academic rigor and providing a more structured learning environment.
The introduction of the Post-Graduate Course in Mathematics in 1979 was a great leap forward, signifying the college’s commitment to advanced studies and research, followed by the P.G. Course in Physics in 1980 and Commerce in 1981, further expanding the postgraduate offerings.
The B.Sc. Degree in Zoology was introduced in 1982, adding another science discipline to the curriculum. The Silver Jubilee of the institution was celebrated in all splendor in February 1984. Hon’ble Sri P. Ramachandran, the then Governor of Kerala, inaugurated the spectacular celebrations, paid rich tributes to the College for its glorious achievements in the field of higher education, and laid the Foundation stone for the Silver Jubilee Block. This milestone marked the college’s significant contributions to education and its impact on the community.
The magnificent building was completed. The B.Sc. Degree course in Computer Science was introduced in 1986, recognizing the growing importance of computer technology and providing students with the skills needed for the emerging digital economy.
The College has achieved greater academic distinctions with the introduction of the autonomous system from the academic year 1987-88. Under autonomy, courses have been restructured and syllabi are designed to make the higher education more progressive and purposeful. This autonomy allowed the college to tailor its curriculum to meet the specific needs of the students and the evolving demands of the job market. In order to make the degree courses job-oriented a few disciplines such as B.Sc. (Physics), B.A. (Economics) and B.Com. were vocationalized in 1994.
The following Self-financing courses were started over the years, further expanding the college’s offerings and catering to the diverse interests of students:
- B.Com. in 1982
- M.C.A. (Master of Computer Applications) in 1990
- B.B.M., and B.Sc., Computer Science in 1996
- B.Sc., Mathematics in 1999
- B.C.A., B.Com. C.A., in 2000
- M.A. English in 2001
- M.I.B. and M.A. Tamil programmes were started in 2002
- Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration was started in 2003 and B.A. Tamil in 2004
- Additional Section in B.Com. (CA), B.Sc., Information Technology in 2008
- B.Com., E-Com. & MSW in 2009
- B.A. English Literature, B.Com Finance & M.Sc. Computer Science in 2010
- B.Sc C.T. & M.Com CA in 2011
- B.Com Professional Accounting and Banking Insurance in 2012
- B.Com Business Process Service in 2014
- M.Sc. Chemistry and M.Sc. Botany in 2015
- B.Com. International Business in 2017
- B.Sc., Computer Science with DA, B.Sc., Computer Science with AI & ML, B.S.W in 2022
The Centenary of our Founder Thiru S.P. Nallamuthu Gounder was celebrated with all splendor and color on 27th January 1998, honoring his vision and contributions to the field of education.
Imparting Education is a divine phenomenon and it becomes more divine when a temple is present in an educational institution. Under the able guidance of the Patron Arutchelvar Dr. N. Mahalingam and the then College Secretary Thiru S.K. Kalyanasundaram, a beautiful temple for the God of Gods Sri Maha Vidya Ganapathy and God of Gurus Sri Viyakiana Dhakshinamoorthy was constructed. The Mahakumbabhisekam of the temple was performed on 15.3.2001. This addition provided a spiritual dimension to the college environment.
In order to cope with the increasing demand for additional class rooms for various courses started afresh, a new mega building comprising MCA and UG computer centers and class rooms was constructed in the southern region of the College and the same was declared open on 2.11.2001 by our President Arutchelvar Dr. N. Mahalingam. Our Vice-President Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar, Dr. S.V. Chittibabu, Former Vice-Chancellor, Annamalai University, Rev. Dr. S. Ignacimuthu, Vice-Chancellor, Dr. K.P. Kandasami, Registrar, Bharathiar University, Dr. G. Gopal, J.D. of Collegiate Education, Coimbatore, inaugurated various sections of the Computer Centers. In order to foster Biotechnology Education and Research in this area of Tamilnadu, a separate world-class Biotechnology Block was designed and constructed under the able guidance of the then Secretary Thiru S.K. Kalyanasundaram. This emphasized the college’s commitment to cutting-edge research and education in emerging fields.
The College celebrated the Sathabhishekam of our beloved Arutchelvar Dr. N. Mahalingam on 11.4.2003. To commemorate this momentous event, the Computer Science Block was christened as Dr. Mahalingam Centre for Research and Development (MCRD) Block and the same was declared open by Dr. K. Kulandaivel, the then Chancellor, Avinashilingam Deemed University, Coimbatore in the presence of the then Vice-President, Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar, and the then Treasurer Dr. S. Murugaiyan. A new block christened as Thiru. S.P. Krishnaswamy Gounder Science Block was dedicated to the Students by the Patron Dr. N. Mahalingam on 16.09.2005 to accommodate few science classes.
Local Area Network (LAN) with Internet Connectivity in all the buildings and staff rooms was inaugurated on the same day by Dr. S. Murugaiyan. The year 2007 was the most important year for the College because the College got accredited and was awarded with ‘A’ Grade by NAAC in March 2007 and the college got Re-accredited and was awarded with 3.33 CGPA with ‘A’ Grade by NAAC in March 2013. These accreditations highlighted the college’s commitment to quality education and continuous improvement. Many landmarks were achieved during the year 2007 and these include, the inauguration of Sri M.S. Palaniappa Mudaliar Block, Prof. M. Alkondan A/c Hall, Two Internet Centers, Language Laboratory, Virtual class room and Modernized Library with Digital Library. In order to conduct Yoga classes for Human Excellence Course, a new modernized hall christened Bharathiar Arangam was opened in 2008. To conduct various academic meetings a new A/c hall with all modern facilities was constructed and named as Vivekanandar Arangam in 2009.
Unveiling the statue of the Founder Amarar S.P. Nallamuthu Gounder was held on 20th July 2009. The Patron of our College Arutchelvar Dr. N. Mahalingam unveiled the statue in the presence of the President of our College Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar.
To keep pace with the expansion of the college, a new wing was constructed for the library measuring 8000 sq.ft and the present Library has been modernized with all modern facilities. The entire Library Block is dedicated to the fond memory of former Finance Minister of India Dr. C. Subramaniam and it was rechristened as Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Centenary Library and the same was inaugurated by our beloved Patron Arutchelvar Dr. N. Mahalingam on 21.12.2009. This act not only honored a great leader but also emphasized the importance of knowledge and learning resources in the college’s mission.
The Rotary Club of Pollachi’s “Meritorious Service Award” is just one of the many accolades that our college has received in recognition of its outstanding contributions to the field of education. Since its inception in 1957, our college has been dedicated to providing high-quality education to students from all walks of life.
In addition to the award from the Rotary Club of Pollachi, our college has also made significant strides in the area of infrastructure development. In 2013, the UG C Funded Indoor Stadium was constructed, complete with a floodlit Basketball Court. This state-of-the-art facility has provided our students with a top-notch venue for sports and other physical activities.
To commemorate our college’s Diamond Jubilee Celebration in 2017, we were proud to unveil a statue of the youth icon of India, Swami Vivekananda. The unveiling ceremony was a momentous occasion, attended by Srimath Swami Yathunathananthar of the Ramakrishna Mission in Chennai, as well as our college’s President, Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar, Secretary Thiru M. Balasubramaniam, and Treasurer Thiru S. Sivakumar.
Our college has also been a pioneer in implementing the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS), which was introduced in the academic year 2004-05. The CBCS is a flexible system that allows students to choose courses of study based on their interests and career goals. Under this system, each paper of study is assigned a certain number of credit points based on the weightage of teaching and learning experience.
The implementation of the CBCS has brought about several benefits for our students. For one, it has expanded their horizons of knowledge by providing them with a wide range of core, interdisciplinary, value-based education, foundation courses, and diploma courses to choose from. Additionally, the CBCS has allowed fast learners to earn extra credits by taking advanced courses.
Since its establishment in 1957, our College has been dedicated to excellence in education. This commitment was recognized on June 20, 2010, when the Rotary Club of Pollachi presented the institution with the “Meritorious Service Award” in honor of its distinguished contributions to the field.
The College has consistently invested in enhancing the student experience. In 2013, a UGC-funded indoor stadium was inaugurated, providing students with a state-of-the-art sporting facility. Later, a floodlit basketball court was constructed, enabling evening play and expanding recreational opportunities.
Highlighting the College’s commitment to values and inspiration, a statue of Swami Vivekananda, a revered youth icon of India, was unveiled on June 28th, 2017, as part of the Diamond Jubilee Celebration. The unveiling, orchestrated by the college students, created tremendous enthusiasm among the student community. The event was graced by Srimath Swami Yathunathananthar of the Ramakrishna Mission, Chennai, who delivered an inspiring address on the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda. Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar, President of the College, presided over the auspicious occasion, with the esteemed presence of Thiru M. Balasubramaniam, College Secretary, and Thiru S. Sivakumar, Treasurer.
Further demonstrating its dedication to academic innovation, the College introduced the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) in the academic year 2004-2005. Building upon this foundation, in 2008-09, the College adopted a revised CBCS, aligning with the directives of the Tamil Nadu State Government, TANSCHE, and Bharathiar University. This updated system aims to:
- Empower students by providing them with the flexibility to choose their preferred courses of study.
- Assign credit points to each course based on its teaching and learning weightage.
- Broaden students’ intellectual horizons through Core subjects, Interdisciplinary studies, Value-Based Education, Foundation courses, and Diploma programs.
- Enable high-achieving students to accelerate their learning by earning extra credits through advanced courses.
- Ensure that the total credit points for each program meet rigorous international standard
our college’s commitment to excellence in education is evident in its many achievements, from the Rotary Club of Pollachi’s “Meritorious Service Award” to the implementation of the Choice Based Credit System. We are proud of the strides we have made in providing high-quality education and infrastructure to our students, and we look forward to continuing to do so in the years to come.