C.U. Shah Arts College, Ahmedabad was established on 15th June 1960 as a City Law and Arts College. It is managed by Gujarat Law Society (GLS) - an institute with outstanding contribution to the knowledge sector of Gujarat.
The college is affiliated to Gujarat University, Ahmedabad and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under section 2(f) 1955 & 12(B) on 13th February 2007 under Act, 1956. It is re-accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with "B" Grade - (CGPA Score 2.45 on a 4 Point Scale in 2nd Cycle) on 16th September 2008.
In 1966, it formed its own identity as City Arts College. In 1976, it received a huge donation from the C.U. Shah family and was named as C.U. Shah Arts College. This Co-Ed. morning college with a three-storeyed building is known for its insistence on quality education and observing strict standards in matters of discipline and regular attendance.
It is one of the prestigious colleges situated in the heart of the old city area of Ahmedabad. It is established with an aim to impart & provide a platform in the field of higher education for the deserving candidates and prove to be a milestone in the part of progress.
Working for the maintenance of highest standards in education, the institute consists of 38 educational units and almost 32,620 students in the field of pre-primary to post-graduation and professional education. Eminent personalities related to Law, Industries, and Education have made a major contribution to the development of this institute.
C.U. Shah Arts college, one of the thirty-eight educational units of GLS is located close to the Siddi Saiyed mosque, a centuries-old architectural and cultural monument.
One of the remarkable features of the college which mark it out is its commitment to fulfilling the aspirations of students for upward mobility since most of them come from the lower and middle socio-economic strata of society.
They also make up a uniquely rich and varied lineup-cultural group.
Persevering to bring out the best in each student, the college has never let limitations of resources come in the way of progress and achievements. It has always believed in lighting a candle rather than cursing the darkness.
To boost and expand certain curricular and extra-curricular purposes the college has gained affiliations to the following outstanding institutes:-
The college offers three years degree courses in Arts stream under Gujarat University, Ahmedabad and also the college has study center of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, Ahmedabad for PG courses and Add-on courses. The college also offers some Add-on Diploma courses & Certificate courses.
Student's Services:
Streams | Mode | Duration | Eligibilty |
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Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) | Full Time | 3 Years | 10+2 |
Streams | Mode | Duration | Eligibilty |
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Bachelor of Arts | Full Time | 3 Years | 10+2 |
Bachelor Preparatory Programme (BPP) | Distance Mode | 6 Months | 10th |
Master of Arts | Full Time | 2 Years | B.A |
Streams | Duration |
Add-On Diploma Courses: | |
Diploma in Psychological Testing and Career Counselling | 2 Years |
Diploma in Women Empowerment and Deprived Child | 2 Years |
Diploma in Translation | 2 Years |
Certificate Courses: | |
Certificate in Computer Concept (CCC) | |
Certificate In Computer Concept+ (CCC+) | |
Certificate In Computer Concept In Services (CCC-IN Services) | |
Certification In Computing (CIC) | |
Certificate In Personal Computer Software (CPCS) |