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Elphinstone College occupies a unique position in the annals of education in the country. It is an outstanding place of learning which came into existences much before the University of Mumbai, to which it was later on affiliated.The institution is known for its open access to students from all strata of the society. This includes various communities, income groups and interests. It is one of the few colleges in Mumbai with an extensive hostel facility for both boys and girls. Located within a walking range from the college and overlooking the marine Drive, the hostel is certainly among the unique strengths of the College.The college has an enviable location, which is also historically significant. The building of the College with its gothic architecture, has been classified as a grade 1 Heritage structure. It has recently been restored by the Kala Ghoda Association and has regained its luminous look. It stands out like a pearl as night falls. The College was awarded the Asia-Pacific Heritage Award for Culture Heritage Conservation, by UNESCO in 2004.The well equipped College library has a collection of over one lakh books, journals and periodicals, ranging from some of the oldest and rarest books in the country to the latest and the most contemporary.Equally modern and well equipped are the computer and science laboratories, which adequately refine the students abilities. Besides teaching and learning, the students can also avail of the state of the art Fitness Centre, set up in the Gymkhana. It is only natural that some of the prominent sports personalities have blossomed here.Another feather in the cap is the State of the Art Fitness Centre, set up in the Gymkhana. The college also boasts of a cricket pitch of its own. It is thus no surprise that some of the most successful sportspersons have blossomed here.Infrastructure goes a long way in enriching the teaching learning experience. The College has recently developed five 'smart' class rooms with interactive boards.The interest of the students has always been at the heart of dedicated teachers, who are eminent personalities in their area of expertise.
Vision of the Institution:
To kindle the spirit of learning among the youth, irrespective of socio-economic differences, to consistently pursue excellence preserving the tradition of high reputation while meeting the challenges of globalised world.
Mission of the Institution
To Provide :
Equal Opportunities of Education
Holistic Education ensuring all-round development of students.
Create a human capital, which can be an assest to the nation.
For BOYS
50 seats are reserved for boys in Government College Hostel, at Churchgate (C Road) and another 50 seats are available at Ismail Yusuf Hostel, Jogeshwari, Mumbai
For Girls
60 Seats are reserved for Girls at Telang Memorial Girl's Hostel.
From 2023, Hostel admission will be carried out online.
GYMKHANA :The Elphinstone College Gymkhana provides facilities for major games like Cricket, Football at the college play ground which is a part of Oval Ground, a short distance away from the college. College gives importance to maximum participation of the students at intercollegiate level in various games. Facilities are also provided within the college premises for playing volleyball and basket ball. Facilities for indoor games like table tennis, carrom and chess are also made available to the students. Besides, the Gymkhana provides a facility of well equipped fitness center to college staff and all the students. College maintains an up-to-date first aid box which includes life-saving drugs.Yoga and Value addition :The ensure healthy mind in healthy body, the College organizes sessions on yoga. Students have participated in games like Rugby, Football, Taekwondo and Traditional Wrestling etc. at state, national & international levels. The following are the few students who have participated and secured prizes in various events this year.
STUDENTS WELFARE SCHEMES:The College has introduced various student welfare schemes for the students, with a specific focus to benefit of the economically and socially backward students. These include the following:
Higher Education for the Persons with Special Needs (HEPSN) :The College has HEPSN cell to facilitated learning for the visually challenged and dyslexic students. The cell has acquired state-of-the- art equipment to ensure that the learning process becomes more meaningful and enjoyable for such students. The College has developed a team of dedicated volunteers who help such students by way of producing audio recordings, helping as writers, both within and outside our College. The work of this cell has been appreciated by the previous NAAC peer team.
The following committee is constituted for 2023 for HEPSN
Shri. Bharat Raut
Dr. S.G. Thakur
Shri. Parag Masram
Remedial Classes:In today's competitive world, performance in the examinations plays a very crucial role in students' progress later in life. Every department conducts remedial classes with a focus on achieving better results in the examinations. It is noteworthy that depending on the needs of the students, the humanities departments permit students to learn as well as write their examinations in Marathi. This is done to ensure that difficulty in English language does not hinder upward mobility of the students, without creating an independent section for such students, which can lead to a sense of segregation among the student community on the bases of language.
Book-Bank:Economically under-privileged students are offered text-books at department level. This has gone a long way in achieving 'Equal Opportunity to All'- one of the Missions of the College. The books are preferably lent to students belonging to SC/ST/VJNT as per the notification received from the University of Mumbai. In 2016, Dr. Khomane is in charge of Book Bank scheme who is aided by Dr.B.P. Kamble, Dr. Rahul Zanan, Smt. Sheetal Panchikar & Smt. Roshni Yeola as members of the committee. The college has spent more than Rs. 37,000 for the purchase of books under the Book-Bank Scheme.
Earn-and Learn:The College runs "Earn and learn" scheme for students belonging to financially weaker sections. These students help out the college in activities such as library record updating, maintaining records at gymkhana etc. Thus while the College can fill in the manpower gap, the scheme develops self- esteem as well as belongingness among the students. In 2016, Dr. Khomane is in charge Earn & Learn scheme while Shri. Parag Masram and Smt. Sheetal Panchikar are members of the committee. Students welfare committee and Scholarship &freeship committee of Elphinstone College organised a orientation and introduction session for students on 29/08/2023 regarding various scholarship schemes available for SC/ST/OBC and minorities students by Social welfare department. Respected Principal Dr Madhuri Kagalkar madam addressed the students on the occasion. Dr. B.N. Khomne (Head Department of Marathi) incharge scholarship and freeship committee and Dr. B.P Kamble incharge Students welfare committee oriented the students about the schemes.
In the present era of globalization employability is the test of the education. Keeping this in mind, the Placement Cell of the College works towards acquainting the students with industries which look out for graduate/undergraduate students, through workshops. Career fairs are organized regularly to help the students discover various options available to shape their career. Self-finance courses have had an impressive placement record. The cell also provides guidance for the choice of career. It organizes career counseling lectures, aptitude tests to guide students and workshops to develop interview skills.Different agencies like WIPRO, INFOSYS, TCS, Akademia, Career Launcher, Times of India, MET, ITHM, JET KING, NIIT have conducted seminars to create awareness about their organization and offered placements eligible students. Smt. R.N. Vyas in-charge and Shri. Amit Saraf & Shri. Rupesh Raut are members of the Placement cell.
Elphinstone College offers admission to the Program courses. Elphinstone College admission to the courses will be based on the national and state-level entrance examinations such as CAT/CMAT/XAT/MAT/ATMA/MAH MBA CET/MMS CET. Selection of the students will be based on their performance in the qualifying examination and an entrance examination.
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Smt. J. S. Pawar
Shri. Amit Saraf
Dr. R. S. Dhamnaskar
Shri. Bharat Raut
Smt. R. N. Vyas
Dr. B. P. Kamble
Dr. SuchitaKrishnaprasad
Dr. M. R. Gitte
Dr. Savita Patil
Dr. Savita Patil
Dr. D. P. Deolakar
Name of institute
Elphinstone College in Mumbai
Institute Type
Private
Affiliated to
Mumbai Elphinstone College
Approved by
AICTE, Govt. of India and Govt. of Maharashtra
Courses Offered
UG and PG
Application Mode
Online and Offline
Admission Criteria
Merit based
B.A
B.Sc
B.Com
M.A
M.Com
M.Sc