Government Degree College, Arakuvalley is a public higher-education institution located in Ravvalaguda, Araku Valley in the Alluri Sitharama Raju district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
It was established in 2011 by the Government of Andhra Pradesh to expand access to undergraduate education in the tribal and rural regions of Araku Valley.
Affiliation & Recognition
The college is affiliated with Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, and operates under its academic standards and curriculum.
It is a government-run institution recognized by relevant educational authorities in the state.
Academic Development
Since its inception, the college has steadily grown in its academic offerings:
Initially started with undergraduate programs, today the college offers UG courses in Arts (B.A.), Science (B.Sc.), and Commerce (B.Com.) across multiple disciplines.
Some sources also indicate postgraduate offerings in cooperation with affiliating university standards.
Campus & Mission
The college functions with the mission of providing accessible higher education and promoting socio-economic development in the region by empowering local youth through education.
Co-curricular and Community Focus
Beyond academics, the institution encourages extracurricular activities such as sports, cultural events, and debates to foster all-round development among students.
Location & Context
Situated in the scenic Araku Valley, known for its tribal heritage and natural beauty, the college plays an important role in uplifting educational participation among students from tribal and rural backgrounds.
