About Parvatibai Chowgule College of Arts and Science
Parvatibai Chowgule College is an autonomous arts and science college at Gogol, Margao, run by the Chowgule Education Society, with NAAC A+ and UG, PG and PhD programmes.
Parvatibai Chowgule College of Arts and Science is run by the Chowgule Education Society at Gogol in Margao, South Goa. It became the first autonomous college in Goa when the UGC granted autonomy in June 2014. The college holds a NAAC A+ grade from its fourth cycle with a CGPA of 3.27, and it appears in the NIRF 2025 college band of 201-300. It offers B.A., B.Sc. and B.Voc. degrees, M.A. and M.Sc. programmes including geography, English, geoinformatics, life sciences, information technology and analytical chemistry, and a PhD in Geography. Several programmes are run on a self-financed basis.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Merit, Entrance test
Undergraduate admissions are made through the Goa Samarth eGov admission portal, which runs in rounds. Postgraduate applicants apply through the college's own online portal. PhD admission in Geography is announced through a separate notification each year.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC A+
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Other colleges in Margao
Rosary College of Commerce and Arts
Carmel College of Arts, Science and Commerce for Women
Frequently asked questions
Is Chowgule College autonomous?
Yes. The UGC granted it autonomy in June 2014, the first such college in Goa.
How do I apply for UG admission?
Through the Goa Samarth eGov admission portal.
Does the college offer a PhD?
Yes, a PhD in Geography.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Parvatibai Chowgule College of Arts and Science · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Fee Structure 2026-27 - Chowgule College · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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