About Pranab College
Learn more about our history, mission, values, and the vibrant community that makes Pranab College a leading institution.
About The Sponsoring Society
The College has been sponsored by Bharat Sevashram Sangha (Head Office-211, Rash Behari Avenue, Kolkata - 700019), a spiritual brotherhood of monks and selfless workers devoted to the services of humanity. It was founded in 1917 by the illustrious patriot Acharya Srimat Swami Pranabanandaji Maharaj. It is purely a philanthropic and charitable organization with non-sectarian, non-communal and non-political character and outlook.
The Sangha has been maintaining several educational institutions in different places all over the country and also abroad. The main function of the institution is to impart true education which makes ideal personages and helps to build a powerful nation.
Swamiji with NAAC 2nd Cycle Peer Team Members


Mission & Vision
At Pranab College, our mission and vision are deeply rooted in fostering holistic growth and societal contribution.
- To impart inclusive, equitable and holistic education for the youth of the society.
- To create an atmosphere favourable to moral and spiritual growth.
- To provide quality education so that learners can become responsible social assets.
- To promote the exchange of knowledge, research and innovation and equip the students with the skills needed to meet ever changing labour markets.
- To create a sense of national integrity that is secular and multi-cultural with respect of tolerance to all culture and religions.
Courses Offered
Pranab College offers a diverse range of Post Graduate (MA), Bachelor of Arts (BA), and Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) programs.
- Sociology
- Multi Disciplinary
- English (Major & Minor)
- Political Science (Major & Minor)
- History (Major & Minor)
- Education (Major & Minor)
- Sociology (Major & Minor)
- Economics (Minor)
- Commerce (Major & Minor)
For detailed curriculum and admission information, please visit our Programs Directory.