The Government First Grade College, Navalgund, is affiliated with Karnataka University. This affiliated college conducts several undergraduate programmes and follows a merit-based admission process. It upholds high educational standards under the guidance of NAAC—National Assessment and Accreditation Council.

The Government First Grade College admission process is based on merit is the sole basis for admission consideration at Government First Grade College, Navalgund. Usually, the Government First Grade College admission process begins immediately after the announcement of 12th standard results.