St. Xavier's College

ST. XAVIER'S COLLEGE

THUMBA, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Research laboratory work at St. Xavier's College, Thumba

Research & Innovation

Central Facilities

Supporting Academic Excellence, Welfare & Holistic Development

Campus at a Glance

A 35-acre campus with academic blocks, auditoriums, and specialized centres for learning and community life.

St. Xavier's College, Thumba, offers a wide array of central facilities designed to support academic excellence, student welfare, and holistic development. The institution's sprawling 35-acre campus is equipped with 12 academic and administrative blocks, spacious auditoriums, and several specialised service centres.

35 acres

Sprawling campus

12 blocks

Academic & administrative

Multiple

Specialised service centres

Campus view of St. Xavier's College, Thumba

Category 1

Academic and Research Facilities

Student working in a laboratory at St. Xavier's College
Arnos Padiri Library

Arnos Padiri Library

A central academic hub open from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM on working days. It features an automated system (LIBSOFT), access to e-resources via N-LIST, and a reading/reference section. Students are required to spend a minimum of three hours here weekly.

Computer and Media Labs

Computer and Media Labs

Dedicated spaces for technical training and media production, including a specialised Media Lab and IT Cell.

Seminar Halls and Auditoriums

Seminar Halls and Auditoriums

Facilities used for common programmes, invited lectures, and departmental functions.

S N University Study Centre

S N University Study Centre

A dedicated centre located on campus for university-related academic support.

Category 2

Student Welfare and Amenity Facilities

Campus amenities supporting student welfare

College Bus

Operated by the PTA, the bus follows a specific route from General Hospital to the College, passing through Palayam, Pattom, and Kazhakuttom.

College Canteen

Provides food services on campus, overseen by a dedicated Canteen Committee.

Women's Amenity Centre and Hostel

Includes on-campus residential facilities for female students, managed by a Women's Hostel Advisory Committee.

Counselling Centre

Offers support services with a dedicated Student Counsellor.

College Co-operative Society and Store

Managed internally to provide essential supplies to the college community.

Chapel Cum Prayer Hall

A spiritual space for reflection and public worship (Catholic services).

Category 3

Sports and Physical Education Facilities

Indoor badminton court at St. Xavier's College
SXC-KCA Cricket Ground

SXC-KCA Cricket Ground

An international-standard cricket stadium.

Badminton Indoor Stadium

Badminton Indoor Stadium

A facility for indoor sports.

Football Ground and Gymnasium

Football Ground and Gymnasium

Spaces dedicated to physical fitness and outdoor sports.

Yoga Centre

Yoga Centre

Provides facilities for health and wellness activities.

Category 4

Campus Accessibility and Other Services

Campus greenhouse and outreach facilities
Accessibility Features

Accessibility Features

The campus includes lifts and ramps to ensure the premises are accessible to all.

Career Guidance & Placement Cell

Career Guidance & Placement Cell

Assists students with career planning and professional placements.

Agricultural Farming

Agricultural Farming

A unique facility reflecting the college's commitment to nature and self-sustainability.

Paid Internship Facility

Paid Internship Facility

Provides students with opportunities for professional exposure during their course of study.

Xavier Outreach Services Centre

Xavier Outreach Services Centre

Coordinates social transformation activities in neighboring villages, such as Fathimapuram and Kalpana.

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