Madanapalle Colleges

Where education meets heritage and innovation

Besant College
National Heritage Site
Est. 1915
Town Center

Besant Theosophical College

Where Tagore translated India's national anthem. The original manuscript is preserved in the college archives, and the historic banyan tree where he meditated still stands behind the admin block.

🎓 Courses:

BA, BSc, BCom (Telugu/English medium)

🏛 Heritage:

Original 1915 buildings still in use

🕰 Visiting Hours:

2pm-4pm (Weekdays only)

📞 Contact:

08571-252122

Local Secret: The college library has a first-edition copy of Tagore's Gitanjali with his handwritten notes, viewable by special request.

MITS College
AUTONOMOUS
Engineering
Kadiri Road, 5km from town

Madanapalle Institute of Technology & Science

The premier engineering college established in 1998 known for its 30-acre campus and strong placements. The college buses are available from Nearby Towns and villages.Angallu buses are available from RTC Bus stand

🖥 Departments:

CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil

🏆 Highlights:

NAAC 'A' Grade • 85% placement rate

🚌 Transport:

College buses • Shared autos ₹20

📞 Contact:

08571-280255

Nearby PG Facilities

  • Sri Sai PG (AC rooms) ₹4,500/month
  • MITS Girls Hostel ₹35,000/year
  • RR Mens PG (with food) ₹5,200/month
Aditya Engineering College
JNTU Affiliated
Est. 2001
Aditya Nagar, 7km from town

Aditya Engineering College

Known for its strong industry partnerships and modern labs. The campus features a 24/7 library and regular tech fests that attract companies like TCS and Infosys.

💻 Departments:

CSE, IT, ECE, Mechanical, Civil

🏅 Placements:

70% placement • Avg ₹3.5L package

🚍 Transport:

College buses from 5 locations

📞 Contact:

08571-284444

Student Facilities

  • Hostel Fees (AC): ₹60,000/year
  • Tech Fest: Aditya Tech Week (March)
  • Campus Recruitment: 50+ companies visit annually
Viswam Engineering College
NBA Accredited
Est. 2008
Angallu, 12km from town

Viswam Engineering College

Specializes in rural technology development with strong agricultural engineering and renewable energy programs. Known for its student innovation lab and affordable fee structure.

🔧 Departments:

Agri, CSE, ECE, Mechanical, EEE

🌱 Unique:

Farm campus • Solar power plant

🚐 Transport:

APSRTC Route 12C (₹25)

📞 Contact:

08571-287777

Local Insights

  • • Friday farmer's market on campus (best fresh produce)
  • • Free workshops for local farmers every 2nd Sunday
  • • Hostel fees ₹40,000/year
Arts & Science
Gandhi Nagar

Shri Gnanambica Degree College

Gnanambica College

Renowned for its commerce programs and cultural activities. Strong alumni network in local businesses.

📚 Popular:

BCom, BBA, BSc Computers

🏛 Established:

1998 (Evening college available)

Government
Near Collectorate

Government Degree College

Govt Degree College

Most affordable option with strong humanities programs. Known for political debates and NCC unit.

🎓 Courses:

BA History, BSc Maths, BCom

💸 Fees:

₹3,200/year (including lab fees)

🎓

Student Hotspots

MITS Canteen: Open to all students till 8pm, best veg puff in town (₹15).
Aditya Tech Park: Popular evening hangout with free WiFi.
Gnanambica Auditorium: Hosts cultural events open to all colleges.