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Dr. Umayal Ramanathan College For Women • Est. 2006 • Karaikudi
A Legacy of Empowering Women
Dr. Umayal Ramanathan College For Women (URCW) was established in 2006 and is named after Dr. Mrs. Umayal Ramanathan, the beloved daughter of Padma Bhushan Dr. R.M. Alagappa Chettiar. The college embodies the educational vision of the Alagappa family, dedicated to empowering women through quality higher education.
Located on a serene 15-acre campus in historic Alagappapuram, Karaikudi, URCW is part of the Dr. Alagappa Chettiar Educational Trust and affiliated to Alagappa University. The college is recognized under UGC sections 2(f) and 12(B), a testament to its academic standing and infrastructure.
In its second cycle of NAAC assessment, URCW achieved a prestigious Grade A accreditation with a CGPA of 3.22 out of 4, reflecting the institution's unwavering commitment to academic excellence, research, and holistic development.
Our Guiding Principles
Vision
Τo nurture students in the pursuit of knowledge and create institutions of excellence that produce proactive and resnonsihle citizens.
Mission
To promote a value based education enriched with qualities of love, humility, knowledge and wisdom effectively to inspire student achievements.
To provide a caring and inspiring academic ambience where each student is enabled to surface their innate talents and realize their full potential.
Affiliations & Accreditation
URCW holds the following recognitions and affiliations that underscore its academic credibility:
- Affiliated to Alagappa University, Karaikudi
- Recognized under UGC Section 2(f) and 12(B)
- NAAC Grade A with CGPA 3.22/4 (Second Cycle)
- Part of Dr. Alagappa Chettiar Educational Trust
- Ranked in NIRF rankings 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025
Student Organizations
Over 16 student bodies that nurture leadership, creativity, and social awareness.
Be Part of Our Legacy
Join a community of empowered women achievers. Admissions open for 2026-27.