Sivanthi Aditanar College, Nagercoil was established by Thenkumari Educational Society in 1984, as the first self-financing institution.

The college is affiliated to Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Thirunelveli.

The college caters the need of the poor and the downtrodden people of area with care and affection.

The college has been producing many first-generation graduates for more than 23 years.

The primary aim of this college is to impart a value based education to the poor and the marginalised rural people.

A variety of teaching and learning techniques are employed to impart knowledge and skills to students at Sivanthi Aditanar College Nagercoil Kanyakumari in its various departments.