Katruwar Arts Ratanlal Kabra Science and BR Mantri Commerce College, Parbhani

Katruwar Arts, Ratanlal Kabra Science & B. R. Mantri Commerce College (KKM College) is a private, co-educational degree college located in Manwath, near the bus stand in Parbhani district, Maharashtra. The college was established in 1972 by the Pathri Taluka Shikshan Prasarak Mandal under the leadership of the late S. G. Nakhate, an Ex-MLA and state minister.

It was founded with the mission to provide accessible higher education to students from socially and economically underprivileged rural backgrounds. Katruwar Arts Ratanlal Kabra Science and BR Mantri Commerce College, Parbhani is an affiliated college of Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded. KKM College is affiliated with Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded.

It is also recognized by the UGC and NAAC and has earned ISO 9001:2015 certification for its quality standards. The college offers a range of programs across Arts, Science, and Commerce streams. In the undergraduate section, it provides BA degrees in subjects such as English, Hindi, History, Marathi, Economics, Sociology, and Political Science. It also offers B. Sc .

programs in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Botany, and Zoology. Additionally, the B. Com program is available as a three-year course in the commerce stream. For postgraduate education, KKM College provides a two-year M. Com . degree. Along with this, the college also offers a Certificate Course in Computer Hardware & Networking to enhance students’ technical skills.

The institution was initially established in a rented building but has now expanded into a full-fledged campus. It is recognized as an 'ideal institution' by its affiliating university due to its commitment to uplifting rural students socially, economically, and culturally. The campus is equipped with essential facilities such as a library, computer laboratories, classrooms, a canteen, and medical assistance.

However, hostel accommodation is not available for students. KKM College has been through multiple assessment cycles of accreditation and holds a B grade by NAAC, showcasing its consistent commitment to quality education. Its ISO 9001:2015 certification, obtained around 2017, further highlights its standard management practices.