Prof. Dr. Ranjana Nemade has done an excellent job with the department of Marathi. Established in 1962, numerous students have passed out from the department in the last 5 decades. There is much demand for admission to the department with as many students applying as there are seats. The pass percentage for the department when compared to the university is 76% and it is all thanks to the dedication of the staff at the department.

The department of Hindi has two momentous occasions to its credit. The first was when the department was established in 1962, and the next in 1980 when the department began to offer a master’s degree as well. The well-trained staff under the guidance of Dr Pradeep Sarvade and a curriculum that is revamped regularly gives students an advantage before they step out into the professional world. The result of this is the spectacular success rate of the department, standing at an admirable 95.83%.

It was in 1962 that this department of geography came into existence, and since then it has left no stone unturned to bring the latest in knowledge and information to the students who enlist here. Headed by Dr. A. S. Jadhav, the curriculum has been revised year-on-year, and that along with the quality of students has enabled the department to see a 98% success rate over the last 5 decades.

Prof S S Tardalkar heads the department of history, guiding students on their journey towards following a passion for history. Established in 1962, the department has seen numerous generations of students pass through its doors. The pass percentage of the department stands at 89% and it is testimony to the fact that the department has a group of dedicated teachers who work hard to make sure the students receive the best and latest education.

Established in 1972, the department has to its credit the names of several students who have gone on to make a name for themselves in their chosen field. Helmed by the experienced Dr V B Shinde, the department also has dedicated teaching and non-teaching staff that caters to all the educational needs of students. An up-to-date curriculum and well-stocked library have given the students an impetus to excel in the field of psychology. This is amply seen in the success rate of 90% which is comparable to some of the best colleges today.

For almost 6 decades the department of economics has been educating and guiding students who are keen to make a career in this stream. Headed by Dr S K Patil, the department, founded in 1962, has several dedicated teachers and non-teaching staff that work hard to offer the best and latest education to students within its walls. The success rate of the department stands at 73% today, making it an attractive choice for many students of economics.

Under the guidance of Dr. Hanumant V. Phatak, the department of politics has helped steer the career paths of many students who are strong aspirants of political science. The department was established in 1962 and has seen a success rate of 90% over the course of these decades. Dedicated and committed teachers help impart the latest and the best knowledge to the students. The department has a well-stocked library that caters to the educational needs of the students.

1.1 Scope and Importance of the Subject: The Subject have multidisciplinary approach and the syllabus encompasses all aspects of history, international relations, global politics, and contemporary issues of National and international security. The discipline exposes the individuals to an in-depth analysis of contemporary events and issues in this multilateral unpredictable world.  This provides the broad field within which nations of states and non-state factors interact. an attempt is made to provide for both of theoretical understanding of how and why Nations behave as they do and a historical survey of the major trends in world affairs it also includes and understanding of Military Thinkers, Defence mechanism of India, India’s internal security, Military Geography, Geopolitics, Chatrapati Shivaji’s Military System, International and Regional Organization, Defence Economics, India’s National security, Contemporary Warfare etc.

1.2. Introduction to Department: The department was established in 1974 as military studies at general level. In 1982 the subject got extended to special level. DDSS offers B.A. in Defence and Strategic Studies. In 1984 the department was renamed as ‘Department of Defence and Strategic Studies’. Since then, it has striven to impart superlative knowledge to students who are intent on pursuing a career in the defence stream. Department has seen a success rate of 90%. That this can be attributed to the well-trained teaching staff as well as an updated curriculum along with dedicated students goes without saying. DDSS has been building up institutional knowledge about various aspects of India’s national security. At DDSS, we acknowledge the changing nature of security and various developments at national and international level. We use interdisciplinary approach to understand various areas of discipline. We give major thrust on military geography, strategic studies, international organization, international relations, military history, defence organization and technology.

1.3. Establishment of the Department: The department was established in 1974 as military studies at general level. In 1982 the subjects got extended to special level. In 1984 the department was renamed as the department of Defence and strategic studies, currently total 10 subjects are taught like Military Thinkers, Defence mechanism of India, India’s internal security, Military Geography, Geopolitics, Chatrapati Shivaji’s Military System, International and Regional Organization, Defence Economics, India’s National security, Contemporary Warfare etc. in the department from FYBA to TYBA. As the college has autonomous status, Annual pattern is based on Tuljaram Chaturchand College and the syllabus of the department is prepared by the departmental BOS. 422 colleges are affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University and five colleges teach Defence and Strategic Studies among them. Department of Defence and Strategic Studies Tuljaram Chaturchand College of Arts, Science and Commerce is one of them.

1.4 Best Practices: The Department of Defence and Strategic Studies has launched two Best Practices in 2019-20. The purpose behind this is to cultivate reading culture and increase the knowledge of students in the field of defence and national security as well as to create interest in the subject among the students.

1) Explore Library Test: Today, due to the increasing use of social media, the culture of reading is becoming extinct. So, students’ needs to be motivated to read. The department has introduced Explore Library Test to enhance reading culture among students. In this we appeal to the students to read books on the subject and at the end of the year the first three students who will read more books will be felicitated by the department.

2) Notice Board Readings: Articles in various newspapers are posted on the notice boards of the department for the purpose of keeping the students informed about the world developments in the subject. This will increase the student’s interest in reading and increase their interest in the subject. And this knowledge will also benefit them in various competitive exams.

Established more than 40 years back, the department of sociology attracts deserving students each year without fail. Prof Vinayak S Lashkar takes his responsibilities seriously and the success rate of 100% is testimony to his commitment to the students of his department. Students can expect dedicated, well-trained teachers to look into their every educational need. Supporting them is a well-stocked library that has the latest books and periodicals.

The department of Library Sciences was set up as recently as 1990 and in less than 3 decades it has established itself as one that students aspire to be part of. Today the department offers a bachelor’s as well as a master’s degree in library sciences. The course is run like clockwork with dedicated teaching and non-teaching staff, who take pains to ensure the students get the right guidance and direction. The department has an excellent track record of 99% passing for the bachelor’s degree and a 100% for the master’s.

The department of yoga has been managing well under the guidance of Prof R D Jagtap who takes care to keep everything up-to-date. The department itself was set up in 1989 and since then it has offered a strong foundation for students wishing to pursue yoga as their academic and career passion. The department has committed teaching staff and is equipped with the latest journals and books to help students stay level with their peers across the country. A success rate of 92% is simply a reflection of the efforts put into this department.

The Department of Philosophy and Logic Was established in 2019.

The Department of Sanskrit Was established in 2019.