V.O.Chidambaram College of Education, Tuticorin was established in 1955 which is named after the great patriot and freedom fighter V.O.Chidambaram Pillai. 

The College was started not as a commercial venture for the glory of a particular family or community but to cater to the educational needs of the youth of Tuticorin particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

The missionary fervour is enshrined in the Motto Love, Knowledge and Virtue.

That is, education is envisioned as a process of disseminating knowledge in a spirit of love and dedication to the highest ideals of nationalism and education for the all-round development of the learner and the wider society.

The College is affiliated to Manonmaniam Sundaranar University.

The College is accredited with B++ Grade by NAAC.