St. Xavier's College (Autonomous)

Rev. Fr. Dr. Godwin Rufus, S.J.,
Principal

Principal's Message

St. Xavier’s College, a sylvan historian narrating a sublime tale of human excellence,endurance and commitment, was established at Palayamkottai in 1923 by Jesuit Fathers with an aim of empowering the marginalized youth of the southern districts of Tamil Nadu with proper education and preparing them for a happy, healthy and harmonious life. The Motto of the collegeis Veritate Lumen et Vita (Light and Life through Truth). It is a grant–in–aid institution recognized by the UGC Act under sections 2(f) and 12(B). The Madras University recognized St. Xavier’s College as the First Grade College in 1925 on the basis of its academic achievement. The college was affiliated to the Madurai Kamaraj University in 1966. In recognition of its service and excellence, the college was granted autonomy in 1987. The college was affiliated to the Manonmaniam Sundaranar University in 1990. The UGC conferred the status of College with Potential for Excellence on St. Xavier’s College in September 2004 and extended the status in 2010 and 2014. The Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, selected St. Xavier’s College under “Star College Scheme” in 2014 and for the second time in 2017.

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104^thACADEMIC YEAR

2026 - 2027

CONGRAGULATIONS !

🩸ST. XAVIER’S COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS), PALAYAMKOTTAI

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CONGRATULATIONS!

🏆 ST. XAVIER’S COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS), PALAYAMKOTTAI

🏆 Best Service Award – State Level Recognition

BEST SERVICE AWARD

Lt. Dr. S. G. Rejith

Associate NCC Officer | St. Xavier’s College

St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Palayamkottai proudly congratulates Lt. Dr. S. G. Rejith, Associate NCC Officer, on receiving the prestigious Best Service Award in recognition of his exemplary service, dedicated leadership, and outstanding contribution to NCC activities.

The award recognizes his valuable contributions to NCC training, outreach, awareness programmes, ceremonial duties, and community engagement, reflecting his exceptional commitment to the development and welfare of young people.

His dedicated service towards youth development, discipline, leadership, community service, and national service stands as an inspiration to the entire Xavierian community.

🏅 Achievement: Best Service Award

🎖️ Recipient: Lt. Dr. S. G. Rejith

📍 Tirunelveli

📅 Date: 20 August 2025

The award was presented by Thiru. Anand Mohan, I.A.S., District Collector, Tirunelveli, in recognition of the recipient’s exemplary service and outstanding contribution to NCC activities and community service.

Recognising Excellence in Service, Leadership & National Service

This recognition is a proud moment for St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Palayamkottai. The achievement highlights the institution’s continued commitment to developing disciplined, responsible and service-oriented young citizens through the National Cadet Corps.

The College extends its heartiest congratulations and best wishes to Lt. Dr. S. G. Rejith for this well-deserved recognition and appreciates his continued dedication to service and leadership.

St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Palayamkottai

We are proud of this remarkable achievement and wish Lt. Dr. S. G. Rejith continued success in all his future endeavours. May his commitment to service, leadership and national development continue to inspire generations of Xaverians.

🏅 Congratulations on this well-deserved honour!

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போதைப்பொருட்கள் இல்லாத தமிழ்நாடு

Drug-Free Tamil Nadu – State Level Recognition

🏆 ST. XAVIER’S COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS), PALAYAMKOTTAI

Anti-Drug Club | Drug-Free Tamil Nadu Initiative

St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Palayamkottai has been honoured with the prestigious First Place recognition for its outstanding efforts and initiatives towards creating awareness against drug abuse under the “Drug-Free Tamil Nadu” campaign.

The recognition acknowledges the dedicated efforts of the Anti-Drug Club of the institution in promoting awareness among students and the community about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encouraging a healthy, responsible and drug-free society.

This achievement reflects the college’s continued commitment to student welfare, social responsibility, awareness creation and building a drug-free campus and society.

🏅 Achievement: First Place – Anti-Drug Awareness Initiative

📍 Venue: Tirunelveli

The award and certificate were presented in recognition of the institution’s effective contribution to the Drug-Free Tamil Nadu mission and its efforts in strengthening anti-drug awareness activities.

First Place – Anti-Drug Club Initiative

The achievement stands as a proud moment for St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Palayamkottai, highlighting the collective efforts of the institution, faculty members, Anti-Drug Club coordinators and students in creating a safer, healthier and drug-free environment.

(By the Government of Tamil Nadu)

Dr. Prince, Coordinator of the Blood Donation Club (BDC)and Red Ribbon Club (RRC), received the award on behalf of the institution. His dedicated leadership and tireless efforts were instrumental in coordinating the successful blood donation drives conducted throughout the year.

சாகித்திய அகாதமி விருது

The Sahitya Akademi Award

Dr. P. Vimala, M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., NET.

Dept - Tamil | Assistant Professor

Rector of St. Xavier’s Institutions

I am delighted to connect with you and all through this little note of mine. At the outset, let me congratulate you for having joined the family of Xaverians at Palayamkottai.

Secretary

The aim of a higher education institution is to help the students perform three important things: Producing beautiful things, Thinking new thoughts and Being good.

Principal

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