Established on September 18, 1950, Srikishan Sarda College (popularly known as S.S. College) stands as the oldest and most premier higher education institution in the Hailakandi district of Assam. It is the oldest higher educational institution in the present day Hailakandi district. The donor of the land of the college was Late Pratap Chandra Nath and the founder Principal of the college was Late Shishir Ranjan Kar Sastri. Initially the college was affiliated to Gauhati University, but after the establishment of Assam University, Silchar, (A Central University constituted under act XIII of 1989), the college was affiliated to this university from the year 1994. The college is recognized by UGC under act 2(f) and 12 (b) of the UGC act 1956. As a comprehensive co-educational institution catering to a vibrant student body, the college offers a diverse array of undergraduate programs across the Arts, Science, and Commerce streams, bolstered by modern infrastructure like smart classrooms, digital libraries, and an advanced Biotech Hub. Over the decades, the college's dedication to maintaining institutional quality has been reflected in its evolving National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) evaluations; after initially securing a 'B' grade in its first cycle, the college achieved a milestone during its second cycle in November 2011 by being accredited with an 'A' grade and a CGPA of 3.12. Most recently, completing its third cycle of assessment on January 23, 2025, the institution was accredited with a 'B' grade and a CGPA of 2.32 (valid until January 2030), benchmarks that continue to anchor its ongoing academic and infrastructural advancements in southern Assam.

Key Highlights

• Affiliation & Recognition: Originally affiliated with Gauhati University, the college became affiliated with Assam University, Silchar in 1994. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by NAAC
• Campus & Environment: Spanning a sizeable campus on College Road, the institution offers a peaceful environment tailored for learning, situated roughly 1.5 km away from the Hailakandi railway station.
• Inclusivity: The college maintains a healthy, gender-balanced student body (with female enrollment often exceeding 50%) and currently educates over 1,600 students guided by a dedicated faculty.

Academic Programs

Srikishan Sarda College offers a comprehensive mix of undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma programs across the Arts, Science, and Commerce streams. Admission across most programs is strictly merit-based.