Mount Carmel College of Teacher Education for Women established on June 17, 1953 is the first Aided Training College in Kerala. The institution was initially affiliated to University of Kerala and from 1984
onwards it was affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. The institution was established by the
Carmelite Sisters of Saint Teresa with the objective of bringing Teacher Education at the Secondary level to the
doorsteps of the women populace of Central Kerala.
Mount Carmel College of Teacher Education for Women formerly known as Mount Carmel Training College is
steered by the vision that education and enlightenment of women is necessary for the progress and wellbeing of
the society. Aligned with its vision and mission, the institution aims to offer a life-oriented education that
empowers student teachers to contribute to societal transformation, thereby fostering a ‘civilization of love’ as
envisioned and promoted by our foundress, Servant of God Mother Teresa of St. Rose of Lima.
This 70-year-old grant-in-aid college offers B. Ed. and M. Ed. programmes recognized by NCTE. It has been
granted Minority status and is included under Section 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act, 1956. The B.Ed
Programme (Aided) and the M.Ed. Programme (Unaided) each have an intake capacity of 50 students and are
offered with five optional subjects/specializations.
The college is located on a 3.33-acre campus in the heart of Kottayam Municipality. Its proximity to the state
highway and railway station provides easy access to transportation, local culture, and amenities. The institution
benefits from a distinct locational advantage, being surrounded by schools, higher education institutions,
government departments, community centres, hospitals, and religious centers. The college was first accredited
by NAAC in 2000 with a 3-star rating and was reaccredited in 2008 with an A Grade (CGPA 3.23).