Established in1957, Government Didvijay Autonomous Post Graduate College, Rajnandgaon, standsas a pillar of higher education with a legacy that spans over six decades.Founded under the visionary patronage of Raja Digvijay Das, a reveredleader committed to upliftment of education in the region, the college hasgrown to become one of the premier Institutions in Chhattisgarh. The collegeproudly reflects the historical and cultural heritage of Rajnandgaon whileforging ahead with modern educational practices. The stalwarts of Hindiliterature - Pt. Padum Lal Punna Lal Bakshi, Gajanand Madhav Muktibodhand Pt. Baldeo Prasad Mishra have played an integral role inestablishing the cultural and literary legacy of the Institution.
Accredited as B++ by NAAC, the college,since its inception, is dedicated to serve the educational aspirations of thestudents of this region who are mostly from rural and tribal background. Takingsteps for women empowerment the Institute also plays an important role inpromoting girl education in the region. Moreover, as an autonomous Institution,it was one of the first in the state to implement the National EducationalPolicy 2020, setting a benchmark in offering flexible, interdisciplinary and outcome-basedprograms that empower learners to adapt to diverse career pathways. The collegecurrently enrolls more than 6000 students across a vast spectrum of around 1000courses spanning undergraduate studies in Arts, Commerce, Science, ComputerApplication, Yoga, Journalism, Library Science and Home Science. These coursesare carefully designed to promote employability, entrepreneurship and skilldevelopment, aligning knowledge with real- world needs.
Furnished with advanced laboratoryinfrastructure, the Institution has cultivated a vibrant research culture,encouraging faculty and students alike to innovate and make originalcontributions. Over the years, the college has registered 11patents andpublished around 300 research papers in UGC CARE - listed and SCOPUS- indexedjournals. It has also successfully secured research grants worth Rs 90 lakhs,further fortifying its prominence as a Centre for research and innovation.
Devoted to nurturing studentexcellence, the college prioritizes personal development, academic excellenceand lifelong success. Equipped with modern laboratories for science, computerapplications and biotechnology, fully digitalized classrooms, large auditoriumfor seminars and cultural events and well-maintained guest accommodation, theInstitute contributes to foster a dynamic and enriching environment. Immenseopportunities are provided to the students for internships in different sectorslike Industry, Education, Health, Accounts etc. Students are also motivated toactively participate in Study Projects, Field Surveys and community outreachprogrammes. Accordingly, every year a significant number of students get placedthrough campus recruitment drives and get government jobs, making the Institutiona Centre with the largest placement in the state.
The college also houses Distance EducationCenters affiliated with IGNOU and Pt. Sundarlal Sharma Open University, expandinglearning opportunities for a wider community.
Apart from having an excellent recordof Academic Achievements, Government Digvijay Autonomous College, Rajnandgaon,has also established a proud legacy in sports, producing several Sportspersonalities who brought national and international laurels to the Institution.Among its distinguished achievers, Gyaneshwari Yadav stands out withexceptional performances in weightlifting, securing multiple Gold Medals at theKhelo India Women’s Ranking events and the IWF National WeightliftingChampionships, along with international acclaim at the Junior WorldWeightlifting Championship. The college also boasts talented players such as MrinalChaubey, who represented at the international level in hockey, and AjayMandal, a prominent member of the Chhattisgarh Ranji Trophy team. Othernotable names include Amber Singh Bhardwaj, Monica Padhi, and DurgeshSahu in Karate; Oman Narayan Tamboli in Throw Ball; and HeeruSahu, who has contributed as an Archery coach. Supported by stronginfrastructure - including playgrounds, a badminton court, and a tie-up with aninternational hockey stadium - the college continues to encourage sportingexcellence by providing financial incentives and training opportunities to itsnational and international-level players.
Government Digvijay Autonomous College,Rajnandgaon, a trailblazer of excellence in academics, sports, and holisticdevelopment, with its rich legacy of national and international sportsachievers, and a vibrant culture of learning, continues to illuminate theeducational landscape of Chhattisgarh. Its unwavering commitment to knowledge,discipline, and character-building makes it not just an academic Institution,but a Centre of inspiration shaping the leaders of tomorrow.