Pragathi Charities College of Special Education, Nellore

Pragathi Charities College of Special Education, Nellore in Andra Pradesh is a specialized important institute for training future professionals in special education. This affiliated college was established in the year 2007 and has been serving the community for more than a decade.

At this institute, courses targeting different areas associated with special education are available, with a total enrolment of 334 students. Pragathi Charities College, through its commitment to inclusive education, offers a complete co-educational setup, which welcomes students from varying backgrounds to pursue their love for special education.

It has a range of facilities that would augment the learning experiences of their students. An adequately stocked library caters to the knowledge needs of its students taking research and general studies in special education.

A comprehensive college facility remained then in place for the physically inclined, which includes sports facilities, besides a gym, in view that one should pursue the right and healthy balance between developing personal potential in academics and also physical well-being.

Well-equipped with the advent of modern IT, the campus hereby also ensure students get to reach out to the technology of today in their quest for knowledge. An auditorium where they could conduct events and seminars was also made available for educational vibrancy. The college also ensures student welfare with a health center and first aid.

The existence of the canteen through the college looks into the nutritional needs of the students, and a transport facility is served by providing easy commuting options The total number of courses available at Pragathi Charities College of Special Education is four courses. All of them are full-time programmes. All these courses are spread over two nodal points - D. Ed (Diploma in Education) and B.

Ed (Bachelor of Education), and focus on various specialisations of special education. Proving their dedication in producing quality professionals in this field, the college conducts programmes as such in Mental Retardation, Deaf and Hard of Hearing, and Visual Impairment. The admission process is different for each of these programs at Pragathi Charities College of Special Education.

Admission is on merit of marks obtained in the qualifying examination and/or entrance examination as per policy of the state government/UT administration for the D. Ed course. For B. Ed Special Education programme, the candidate should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in their bachelor's degree and master's degree in Sciences/Social Sciences/Humanities.

Eligibility Requirement: Bachelor's in Engineering or Technology with Science and Mathematics having an aggregate of 55% marks or equivalent qualification from a recognised university. Selection at the college is an intensive process ensuring that only the most committed and well-qualified students gain entry to the specialised programmes at it.

Pragathi Charities College of Special Education is a beacon for any soul wishing to make a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs.