History & Introduction
- Established in 1950 by the Shri Guru Hargobind Ujjagar Hari Trust, built on the foundations laid by educationist Bhai Narain Singh and family since 1909; the college now spans 75 acres in a rural, serene environment.
- Known as the “Shantiniketan of Punjab,” it’s one of five institutions in Sidhwan Khurd that promote women’s education and empowerment.
Accreditation & Recognition
- Affiliated with Panjab University, Chandigarh, recognized under UGC 2(f) & 12(B).
- Faculty comprised of 30+ teachers including 10 PhDs, 12 M.Phils, and 19 UGC‑NET qualifiers
Courses & Faculty
- Undergraduate programs: B.A., B.Sc. (Medical & Non‑Medical), B.Com, BCA, B.Ed (4‑year integrated), etc.
- Postgraduate programs: M.A. (History, Punjabi, English, Political Science), M.Com, M.Sc. IT, PG diplomas.
- Also offers UGC‑sponsored skill diplomas in web designing, accounting, communication, fashion tech
Fee Structure
- Fee details aren’t publicly listed; for accurate figures, download the prospectus or contact the college directly
Admission Process
- Admissions are merit-based, relying on last qualifying exam marks.
- Applications submitted online via the official college website; process includes prospectus download, form filling, document upload, fee payment (NEFT/RTGS or in-person)
Placement & Career Support
- Active placement cell facilitates job fairs, mock interviews, training sessions, and internships.
- Career support is offered through partnerships with industry and academic experts
Infrastructure & Facilities
- Library: Fully automated, air-conditioned, Wi‑Fi, thousands of books, journals, e-resources, reprographic service.
- Labs: Equipped for physics, chemistry, botany, zoology, geography, home science, fashion design, and a modern computer department.
- Hostel: On-campus girls’ hostel with ventilated rooms, power, water, hot water (winter), common room, hygienic mess, gym, laundry, TV, tuck shop.
- Sports: Indoor/outdoor courts for a variety of games, plus a gymnasium; active encouragement for sports achievers.
- Cafeteria: Hygienic canteen with seating for staff and students .
- Transport: Fleet of 21 buses serving ~120 villages in and around Ludhiana & Jagraon.
- Additional amenities: auditorium, medical centre, guest rooms, bank/ATMs, parking, photocopy shop .
Hostel & Accommodation
- Dedicated on-campus hostel for girls with necessary amenities—see Infrastructure section above
Address & Directions
Official Address:
Khalsa College for Women, Sidhwan Khurd
Sidhwan Khurd Link Road, Jagraon, Ludhiana District – 142024, Punjab, India
Route Details: Ludhiana Bus Stand to Khalsa College for Women
By College Shuttle Bus
- College operates a fleet of 21 buses covering 103 villages including Ludhiana, Jagraon etc.
- Estimated Travel Time: ~45–60 minutes from Ludhiana, depending on route & stops
Travel by Bike/Scooter
- Distance: ~30 km (village setting, rural roads)
- Approximate Speed: 20–25 km/h
- Estimated Time: ~1.5 hours (due to rural road speed limits)
By Car or Taxi
- Distance: ~30 km
- Time: ~50–60 minutes depending on traffic and rural roads
By Train + Taxi/Bus
- Nearest Rail Station: Jagraon (~6 km from college)
- Route: Ludhiana Junction → Jagraon → taxi/auto/rickshaw to campus (~15‑20 min)
- Total Journey Time: ~1.5–2 hours
Walking / Cycling
- Not practical from Ludhiana (rural setting & long distance)