Marshaghai College Kendrapara

About the Institute

Marshaghai College, Marshaghai, Kendrapara district, Odisha

🏫 Overview & Accreditation

• Established in 1980, founded by local visionaries including Sj. Rasananda Ratha and Prahallad Mallick

• A non-government college affiliated with Utkal University, recognized by UGC and AICTE-approved, accredited NAAC B+ grade 

• Serves as a prominent higher-education hub in Kendrapara district, offering accessible education for rural and semi-urban communities.

🎓 Academic Programs & Admission

Undergraduate (+3) Full-time Programs (3 years)

• B.A. — Arts (Honours & General): Economics, English, History, Odia, Political Science, Sociology, etc.

• B.Sc. — Science (Honours & General): Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology.

• B.Com. — Commerce (Honours & General) 

🎓 Admissions are merit-based via the Odisha SAMS portal or college counseling, requiring a minimum of 50% in 10+2 in the relevant stream 

💰 Fees & Intake

• 1st‑Year Fees (2021‑22):

  • B.A: ~₹3,477

  • B.Sc: ~₹4,263

  • B.Com: ~₹3,472

• Total course fees usually range between ₹5,246–₹6,079 (3-year duration) 

• Enrollment stands at ~1,445 students, supported by 49 teaching and 36 non-teaching staff 

🏛️ Infrastructure & Student Life

• Facilities include a central library, well-equipped science/computer labs, auditorium, canteen, gymnasium, medical room, girls’ hostel (capacity ~200), sports grounds, and campus-wide Wi‑Fi .

• Active student bodies and services:

  • NCC, NSS, Red Cross, anti-ragging & grievance cells, women's welfare, vocational training, scholarships (state and central schemes, plus half/free seats for marginalized groups) 

👥 Governance & Mission

• Principal: Prof. Khagendra Swain

• Committed to “Satyameva Jayate,” it emphasizes quality education in humanities, science, commerce, and vocational courses, fostering educational, moral, physical, and spiritual growth

Marshaghai College is a well-established, NAAC-accredited institution in Kendrapara, offering full-fledged UG programs in Arts, Science, and Commerce. With affordable fees, strong infrastructure (hostel, labs, library), and active extracurricular support, it fulfills the higher-education needs of the region. Its governance under AICTE, UGC, and Utkal University ensures academic credibility, while supportive services and vocational courses enhance student outcomes.