ST. XAVIER'S COLLEGE
THUMBA, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
ST. XAVIER'S COLLEGE
THUMBA, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Veli - Perumathura Road, Thumba, Thiruvananthapuram - 695586, Kerala, India
Affiliated to the University of Kerala | Approved under section 2(f) and 12(B) of UGC Act, 1956.
A Christian Minority Jesuit Institution. NAAC Accredited with 'A' Grade (CGPA 3.22) in the 3rd Cycle
Student Support Services
St. Xavier's College, Thumba, is committed to the holistic well-being of its students, reflecting the Jesuit ideal of Magis—the pursuit of "something greater". We offer a comprehensive range of support services designed to help students succeed academically, personally, and professionally while fostering a community rooted in compassion, equity, and justice.
Every fresher is assigned a senior student mentor to guide them through their transition to college life. Additionally, class tutors oversee the academic progress and general behavior of students, providing progress reports during Class PTA meetings.
The Arnos Padiri Library offers a vast collection of academic materials and automated access to e-resources via DELNET. Students are also integrated into the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) and provided with APAAR IDs to manage their digital academic records through DigiLocker.
The Centre for Skill Development Courses and Career Planning (CSDCCP) provides structured guidance to help students navigate their academic pathways and capstone projects.
We facilitate a wide range of state and central scholarships, including Post-Matric, Higher Education, Suvarna Jubilee Merit, and Single Girl-child Scholarships for PG students.
View detailsThe college offers numerous private scholarships such as the Nepones Mary Scholarship, Victor Memorial Scholarship, and the MP D'Cruz Scholarship for catholic students.
View detailsThe Management and PTA provide merit-based awards for top scorers in university examinations across all departments, ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder academic excellence.
View detailsA dedicated Counselling Centre featuring a professional Student Counsellor, Ms. Maya K B, is available to support students' emotional well-being.
We maintain a strict zero-tolerance policy toward harassment through the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) and a robust Anti-Ragging Squad and Committee, supported by a 24/7 National Helpline.
The Women's Study Centre and the SC/ST/OBC/Minority Committee ensure an equitable environment, while the campus is equipped with lifts and ramps to support students with physical disabilities.
The Placement & Career Guidance Cell actively works to prepare students for the workforce through industry interactions and career orientation programmes.
Students have access to advanced skill-building platforms like ASAP (Additional Skill Acquisition Programme), Swayam (online courses), and various Add-On/Value-Added courses.
We facilitate Paid Internship Facilities and mandatory summer internships for those in the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) to provide real-world experience.
The Alumni/ae Association fosters a lifelong bond between the institution and its graduates, providing a network for mentorship and professional growth.
Principal
Prof. Dr. Thomas Scaria
Rector & Manager
Dr (Fr) Sunny Jose SJ
Bursar
Dr (Fr) Biju Joy SJ
National Anti-Ragging Helpline
24/7 Helpline