National College, established on June 11, 1919, in Tiruchirappalli, is one of Tamil Nadu’s oldest and most respected autonomous institutions. With a legacy spanning over a century, the college offers 13 undergraduate and 68 postgraduate programs in Science, Arts, Commerce, and Management. Accredited with an A+ grade by NAAC and recognized as a College with Potential for Excellence by the UGC, it continues to set high standards in higher education.
The 20.27-acre campus provides a dynamic environment with advanced infrastructure. Facilities include modern laboratories equipped with instruments such as SEM, HPLC, and GC-MS, a central library housing over one lakh volumes, and Wi-Fi-enabled access across the campus. Sports amenities such as a 400m athletic track, indoor stadium, and dedicated grounds for cricket and football add to the holistic learning experience. Separate hostel facilities are available for boys and girls, with an annual fee of around ₹43,800.
The institution maintains a strong placement record, with nearly 70–80% of students securing opportunities in reputed organizations. Salary packages range between ₹15,000 and ₹50,000 per month, depending on the course and industry. Ranked 82nd among Indian colleges in NIRF 2024, the college offers UG programs with fees ranging from ₹50,085 to ₹1.28 lakh and PG programs between ₹10,000 and ₹50,000 annually.
National College continues to uphold its tradition of excellence, combining academic rigor with research, sports, and personal development, while guiding generations of students toward success and service to society.
