Introduction
Government Degree College Mendhar, established in 2005 as part of the Prime Minister’s Reconstruction Plan, is situated in Mendhar town of district Poonch (J&K). Spanning over an area of above 53 kanals, it caters to the educational needs of 17 feeding higher secondary schools with annual 2000 student passouts. Affiliated with the University of Jammu and recognized by the University Grants Commission under sections 2(f) & 12(b) of the UGC Act 1965, the college was renamed in 2021 as Shri Chhote Shah Government Degree College Mendhar in honor of a prominent local saint. Located in a minority-dominated region, particularly comprising the tribal and nomadic (Gujjar & Bakerwal) communities, the college stands as a vital educational institution in the border region of Tehsil Mendhar, nestled amidst a picturesque valley of the Pir Panjal Himalayas.
As a coeducational institution, SCS GDC Mendhar serves as a pivotal hub for 17 feeding Higher Secondary Schools, boasting near parity in enrollment between male and female students. Offering 21 subjects and 40 subject combinations at the undergraduate level, the college prioritizes inclusivity by facilitating various governmental scholarship schemes to cover a 100 percent student population.
Moreover, beyond conventional teaching, the college houses two established study centers for Distance Mode Learning in collaboration with IGNOU and MANUU. These centers have facilitated the graduation and post-graduation of hundreds of students across diverse subjects.
A testament to its academic excellence, a significant proportion of graduates from SCS GDC Mendhar have secured seats in prestigious State and Central Universities for their higher education pursuits, highlighting the institution's commitment to fostering scholarly achievement and societal advancement.
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Vision
To develop competent human resource through quality education and a knowledge-based society ensuring socioeconomic justice and equality.
Mission
- To prepare the youth for the task ahead in life.
- To inculcate moral and ethical values, humanism and spirit of tolerance among the students.
- To prepare students for national and international competitions.