About IASE College Kurnool
Government College of Teacher Education, Kurnool was established as Government Training College in 1952 and started functioning in the premises of Govt. Town Model School in old Kurnool in pursuance of GOMs No 1069 Education Dept, Govt of Madras to cater long felt need of the region for trained teachers. It is the oldest and Prestigious Teacher training institution in the Ralayaseema Region and completed 72 years of service to the noble cause of preparing trained Teachers to impart quality education to the School Students of Andhrapradesh particularly Southern region of the State. The institute was transferred from School Education Department to Higher Education Department and brought under Administrative control of Commissioner of Collegiate Education in 2022-23 vide G.O.Ms. No.15, Higher Education(EC) Department dated 12.04.2022
The institute offers 2 year B.Ed. course with intake capacity of 100 seats in full time mode and acting as Learner Support Centre for B.Ed. programme offered by BRAOU, Hyderabad in distance mode. The programme is delivered by highly experienced faculty. It offered Telugu Pandit Training (TPT) from 1992 to till the discontinuation of course by the Government in 2021. The institute also offered programmes for in-service Teachers. Institute has a well-supported campus with facilities like Auditorium, Cafeteria, Gym, Labs, Library, Sports Complex, It is now located in the heart of the City Kurnool and well connected by Road, Rail and Air.
The institute was granted status of Institute of Advanced Study in Education (IASE) in 1995 under NEP 1986 by NCTE. Though the Institute got status of IASE, it was unable to start programmes like M.Ed., M.Phil. and Ph.D. due to shortage of accommodation and faculty.
Regarding affiliation, It was first affiliated to the University of Madras from 1952 to 1954, then to Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupathi from 1954 to 1987, to Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur from 1987 to 2009 and finally to Rayalaseema University, Kurnool from 2009 to till date.
The Government Training College was initially started functioning at Govt. Town Model School in 1952 and then it was shifted to the buildings of Osmania College Trust (Now Unani College) in 1956. The then Hon’ble Chief Minister Damodaram Sanjeevaiah garu laid a foundation stone for the College Main building in 1960 near Birla Gate in B Camp of Kurnool and inaugurated in 1961 to accommodate exclusively for both Government Training College and Model School. After inauguration, Model School was accommodated in the Ground Floor and Training College on the First floor. But the buildings of Govt College of Education together with hostel attached were taken over by newly started Silver Jubilee Government College in 1972 vide G.O.Ms. No. 1316 Higher Education Dept. dated 11.08.1972. Hence, the College was shifted to Unani Medical College (Islamia Tibbi College) building located at 40/23, Park Road, Kurnool in 1972. But the Islamia Tibbi College trust went to Court for the vacation of Govt College of Education from the building. On the orders of the Hon’ble High court the College was brought back to its own building with a shortage of Accommodation in 1981. The ICT block was constructed in 2005 but it is now in demolition state. M.Ed. Block was constructed for the College in 2009.
The institute possesses facilities like Library, Auditorium, Laboratories, Canteen, Games facilities like Volleyball court, Shuttle badminton court etc.
Vision and Mission
Our Vision
Achieve excellence in school and teacher education through innovation and quality pre-service and in-service programmes. Play a critical role in attaining quality education in the Rayalaseema region of the state through material development, policy based intervention, advice and monitoring.
Our Mission
To prepare high quality teachers for all levels of school and teacher education according to changing context, who could be leaders and champions of equitable, inclusive and sustainable education.
Cater to the professional requirements of teachers, teacher educators and other educational functionaries of school and teacher education in the state
To develop and disseminate various curricular resource materials including e-resources for school and teacher education.
Networking and hand-holding with school and teacher education institutions by organising forums for academic interactions and professional discourse.
Our Objectives
- To mould the student teachers as citizens of character with intellectual excellence, moral and Spiritual values
- To Prepare graduates and Post-graduates as efficient and effective teachers by nurturing in them a comprehensive knowledge through the conduct of curricular and co-curricular activities.
- To develop the personality of the student teachers by inculcating in them good convictions, sound principles and high ethical values, needed in their profession as teachers.
- To ensure the holistic development of the student teachers
It is also submitted that Every B.Ed. College mandatorily get Recognition from NCTE for which the college need to submit Land usage certificate, Approved Building Plan, land documents etc. As there is no Land usage certificate and Approved Building Plan, we are unable to answer for show cause notice of NCTE since 2017
Principal’s Message
It is my proud privilege to work as Principal of Govt. College of Education (IASE), Kurnool. I feel it a great opportunity to extend my deep sense of gratitude for have been provided an opportunity to serve in this college.
There is a quote” Destroying any nation does not require the use of atomic bombs or the use of long range missiles. It only requires lowering the quality of education and allowing cheating in the examinations by the students”- Nelson Mandela. This quote tells the importance of Quality Teacher Education.
To mould Graduates or Post graduates into equipped trained teachers, NCTE introduced 2 year B.Ed. course instead 1 year course in 2015-16 and introduced new subjects and related activities to equip the trainees with the skills that require present day needs of School Education. Our key objective is to inculcate value based education and to mould trainees as the best trained teachers by arranging various activities in the College and in the Schools during internship and by exposing them to society in doing project work.
Today, India is regarded as an emerging superpower by the world and our economy is growing at fast rate. However, there are many challenges to address in order to sustain the economic growth rate. The country needs more creative and innovative talents to meet the unprecedented challenges and grab the advantages of the vast opportunities presented by technological changes and globalization. Therefore, there is a necessity to renewing our commitment to excel in education. We have a committed set of faculty members, teachers of this great institution today. Together we will continue to innovate and attract the best talent from across this region and build this organisation from strength to strength and remain committed to excellence.
List of successive Principals
Here’s a brief list of successive Principals at the Institute of Advanced Study in Education (IASE) at the Government College of Teacher Education, Kurnool
NCTE Recognition orders
The Institute of Advanced Study in Education (IASE) at the Government College of Teacher Education in Kurnool has received National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) recognition orders, affirming its adherence to quality standards in teacher education, program structure, and faculty qualifications, ensuring excellence in education.
University Affiliation certificate
This is to certify that the Institute of Advanced Study in Education (IASE) at the Government College of Teacher Education, Kurnool, is affiliated with Rayalaseema University, Kurnool. This affiliation empowers IASE to conduct educational programs and grant recognized qualifications in teaching disciplines.
Recognition under Section 2(f) &12(B) of the UGC Act 1956
The Institute of Advanced Study in Education (IASE) at the Government College of Teacher Education in Kurnool is recognized under Sections 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act, 1956. This recognition affirms its adherence to academic standards and eligibility for UGC grants, enhancing its commitment to quality teacher education.
AISHE certificate
The Institute of Advanced Study in Education (IASE) at the Government College of Teacher Education in Kurnool proudly holds the All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) certificate, reflecting its dedication to academic excellence, quality teacher education, and commitment to advancing educational standards in India.
Building Layout
The Institute of Advanced Study in Education (IASE) at the Government College of Teacher Education in Kurnool features a thoughtfully designed layout. With spacious classrooms, specialized labs for each department, a library, administrative offices, and student common areas, the building supports both academic and practical teacher training needs.
College GOs
The Institute of Advanced Study in Education (IASE) at the Government College of Teacher Education in Kurnool upholds academic excellence by implementing College GOs (Government Orders) to enhance educational standards. These GOs guide the institution in providing quality teacher training aligned with government educational policies.