About the institute
From the founding of the Islamia Karimia Society in 1902 to a modern DAVV-affiliated college, our story is one of access, excellence and service.
Our story
Islamia Karimia College is run by the Islamia Karimia Society, an institution that has been a milestone in the field of education in Indore. The society began its work in 1902 and has completed more than a century of service to learning and community development.
The foundation stone of the college was laid in 1962 by Dr. Zakir Hussain, the then Vice-President of India. Today the college is affiliated to Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya and runs its classes at a prime location in Old Palasia, Indore.
The college offers programmes in Computer Science, Science, Commerce, Arts and Languages, including B.Sc. Computer Science, Biology, Mathematics and Microbiology; M.Sc. Mathematics and Chemistry; B.Com. Plain and Computer Applications; M.Com.; B.A.; and M.A. in Economics, Political Science, Sociology and Urdu.
Well-equipped laboratories, computer facilities with broadband and Wi-Fi, a central library and active NCC and NSS units support a well-rounded education. In 1994, the college was selected by the University Grants Commission among seventy colleges across India to run vocational training programmes.
Foundation stone laid by
Dr. Zakir Hussain
1962
Affiliated to DAVV, Indore — an A-grade university.
Recognised by the UGC, with a legacy of vocational education since 1994.
Admissions and scholarships follow state higher-education norms.
Our journey
A story spanning more than a century of educational service in Indore.
The society begins its journey in education, laying the foundation for a legacy of service to learning in Indore.
The foundation stone of Islamia Karimia College is laid by Dr. Zakir Hussain, the then Vice-President of India.
I.K. College is chosen by the University Grants Commission among seventy colleges across India to run vocational training programmes.
Affiliated to Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, the college offers 15 undergraduate, postgraduate and diploma programmes at its Old Palasia campus.
To be a centre of academic excellence that empowers students from all sections of society with knowledge, skills, ethical values and the confidence to contribute meaningfully to a developed India.
Principal's message
Dear students, the intensity of competition in the modern world demands clarity, preparation and decisive action. At I.K. College we have streamlined our courses and infrastructure to meet those challenges.
Specialisation and professionalism matter in almost every field. Our faculty and facilities are focused on helping you become a capable, confident professional. Welcome to our institute — and to the next stage of your journey.
President's message
Education is indispensable for all. It makes a person humane and raises the status of a community as a whole. The I.K. Society works to remove social and economic backwardness while imparting modern education to all communities with a secular approach.
As a charitable institution, the society provides education to boys and girls at a low fee structure, with nearly 18,000 students benefiting every year under its umbrella. We wish our students unrivalled excellence in their academic and professional pursuits.
Leadership
A committed team of academic and administrative leaders supports students, faculty and the college community.
President, Islamia Karimia Society
Guides the society's charitable mission of making quality education accessible to all communities.
Principal
Leads the college's academic and administrative functions with a focus on professional readiness.
Head, Department of Commerce
Coordinates the commerce programmes and departmental academic activities.
Registrar
Oversees admissions, records, examinations and student services.
2/2, Old Palasia, Opposite Greater Kailash Nursing Home, Indore, Madhya Pradesh 452017, India