Government First Grade College, Shivamogga came into existence in 2006 as a College catering to the educational needs of economically and socially backward sections of Shivamogga & the neighboring Districts. This institution with its affordable fee structure serves as a boon to poor students. At present, the college is a centre for Degree Level Education affiliated to the Kuvempu University, giving education in the faculties of Science, Arts, Commerce & Management for a total student strength of about 2251, in as many subjects as 9 in Arts Faculty, 4 in the Science Faculty & 2 in Commerce & Management Faculty.
PG courses i.e. M.Com, M.A.(English) and M.Sc.(Chemistry) will be started from the academic year 2014-2015. The college has for itself a new building with well ventilated and spacious lecture halls and well equipped laboratories . The college is recognized under 2(f) and 12(b) from UGC. It is to be noted that the college today has a spacious campus. Adequate funding by the Government, the qualitative support by the University, the participation of the College Development Council and other local bodies have sustained the growth of Govt. First Grade College, Shivamogga.
Courses Offered : Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Business Management, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Computer Application.
