Arya Mahila Degree College,Varanasi was established in 1956 by the efforts of Smt. Vidya Devi Ji, disciple of Shri Gyananad Maharaj Ji. Its affiliated to Banaras Hindu University.

The foundation stone of Arya Mahila Degree College was laid in 1956, which is situated at chetganj, this place is in the heart of city at a distance of 2 kilometers from Varanasi railway station. This college is founded and managed by Shree Arya Mahilla Hitkari Mahaparishad.

With an objective to educate and uplift women,  Arya Mahila Hitkarini Mahaparishad was established by Bharat Dharm Mahamandal.

Arya Mahila Degree College was founded and is managed by Shri Arya Mahila Hitakarini Mahaparishad. College was established in 1956 by the efforts of Smt. Vidya Devi Ji, disciple of Shri Gyananand Maharaj Ji who laid the foundation of Bharat Dharma Mahamandal to promote the cause of women in the field of education and to preserve Indian culture and human values.

Situated in the heart of Kashi at Chetganj, the college has been admitted to the privileges of Banaras Hindu University Since its incpetion.

Every girl has the potential and is the light of world and the pride of human race. Arya Mahila Degree College endeavors to provide comprehensive, meaningful. All inclusive and relevant education to girls so that they could becom intellectually enlightened, morally upright, socially aware and spiritually awake. As a result of multi dimensional progress, dynamic leadership and academic excellence the NAAC (National Assessment of Accredition Council) has conferred "A" Grade to the college in the academic session 2012-2013.

VISION

Unfolding the unique potency of womanhood based on Indian culture and make them self-reliant, empowered and proud citizen of the country.

MISSION

To provide infrastructure for successful conduct of academic and professional programmes in the Institution.

To create a environment conducive for promotion of quality education and training.

To orient them with emerging trends to compete in the global world.

To help each girl excel in her capacity by careful guidance and counselling.

CORE VALUES

Academic Excellence and Quest for Innovation.

Empowering Women to meet Global Challenges.

Developing Environmental Consciousness

Promoting National and Cultural Values.