Sharing its boundary with International Cricket Stadium, having a clear view of majestic Dhauladhars and dark rain-rich Monsoon clouds, gurgling streams and towering White Mountains, Government Post Graduate College, Dharamshala, the college of excellence, carries a long magnificent history of its own and the institution is now eighty four years old. The foundation stone of the college was laid by Sir Louis Dane, the then Lt. Governor of Punjab on 4th May, 1912. It was the first college in the state to introduce the faculties of Arts, Science and Commerce and also Post Graduation in different subjects. The college is also accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council, Bangloroo (NAAC). The collective efforts of teaching and non-teaching staff have already brought splendid and brilliant results and the roots of the college are spread throughout the country. The college has sanctioned strength of 83 teachers and 43 non-teaching staff.
Hostel
The college hostel facilities are given to boys based on merit. The hostels are also provided with facilities like water supply, electricity and items of furniture with a good learning atmosphere for students. The college provides well-furnished hostel facilities for the safe and comfortable stay of girls. The hostels are allotted based on the merit of students.
Library
The college provides a spacious and fully computerised library. The students get access to numerous books, journals, magazines and newspapers.
Sports
The college sports facilities are available for basketball, boxing, chess, judo, cricket, wrestling, weightlifting, hockey, table tennis, badminton, kabaddi and athletics. The college also provides sports training facilities to students and encourages them to participate in tournaments at national and international levels.
I.T Infrastructure
The college provides modern computer labs with more than 100 computers with a broadband connection. The computer lab is also available in the Arts block with sufficient computers. The wifi facilities are also available in all the parts of the college.
Laboratories
The college provides well-equipped laboratories for all the departments of the college. The laboratories facilitate learning and research among students.
Auditorium
The college provides a spacious and well-maintained auditorium with facilities for audio-visual aids. The auditorium is used for conducting academic and cultural activities of the college.
Medical/Hospital
The college provides first aid and medical facilities to its students. The medical facilities are provided by well-trained medical staff.
Gym
The college provides a gym facility for its students and staff members. The gym facility promotes physical fitness among students.
Cafeteria
The cafeteria at the college serves fresh and healthy food at affordable prices. The cafeteria facility is available for students and staff members.
Guest Room/Waiting Room
The college provides well-maintained guest rooms and waiting room facilities for visitors. The guest room can be availed by visiting faculty and students' family members.
