Holy Cross College, Tiruchirappalli

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Holy Cross College is an autonomous women's college located in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India. It has been recognized as the 'College with Potential for Excellence (CPE)' by the University Grants Commission.[1] The college is ranked 52nd among colleges in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2025.[2]

History

Holy Cross College was established in 1923 by the 'Sisters of the Cross of Chavanado', province of Trichy. It became a second-grade college in 1928 and postgraduate college in 1964 under the University of Madras. The college was conferred autonomous status in 1987 by the UGC.[3]

Academic Programmes

The college offers undergraduates and postgraduate programmes in arts and science affiliated to the Bharathidasan University.[4][5] The college has been accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council with the highest "A++" Grade (CGPA 3.75 out of 4).[6]

References

  1. 1."Holy Cross College (Autonomous) Tiruchirappalli - Welcome to Our College".
  2. 2."2025 NIRF Ranking" (PDF).
  3. 3."History Holy Cross College (Autonomous)". Archived from the original on 14 October 2019.
  4. 4."HOLY CROSS COLLEGE, TIRUCHIRAPPALLI | Outlook Education". Archived from the original on 28 June 2020.
  5. 5."Autonomous Colleges | Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, India". Archived from the original on 2 September 2014. Retrieved 14 February 2026.
  6. 6."Grade Sheet" (PDF). www.hcctrichy.ac.in. Archived from the original (PDF) on 27 June 2020.