Swami Vivekanand Mahavidyalaya, Shirur Tajband, was established in 1991 with the noble vision of extending the light of higher education to the rural youth of Shirur Tajband, Taluka Ahmedpur, District Latur, Maharashtra. The institution was founded under the dynamic leadership of Hon. Shri. Balasaheb Jadhav, Former State Minister and President of the Educational society, and Hon.Shri. Babasahebji Patil, Secretary and former Member of Legislative Assembly, whose dedication and foresight laid the foundation for academic excellence in this rural region.
The college began as a single-faculty in Arts, affiliated to Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded, with a mission to provide accessible, value-based, and quality education to socially and economically disadvantaged students. Over time, it has expanded its academic horizon to include Undergraduate courses in Arts/ Humanities and Postgraduate programmes in Sociology and Hindi, along with External Education facilities for postgraduate learners.
Guided by the inspiring motto “Success and Knowledge through Dedication” (यत्नातो देव जाणाव), the college emphasizes academic excellence, moral development, and social responsibility.
Milestones at a Glance
- 1991 – Establishment of the college with the Faculty of Arts.
- 1991 – Affiliation to Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded.
- 2003 – Recognition under UGC Sections 2(f) and 12(B).
- 2008 – Establishment of a Women’s Hostel to support higher education for rural girls.
- 2009 – Construction of the new classrooms providing improved infrastructure and learning spaces.
- 2012 – Development of Indoor Stadium and sports facilities to promote holistic education.
- 2016- 2017 – Introduction of the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) for undergraduate programs.
- 2024-2025 – Implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) for UG, a framework for flexible and multidisciplinary learning.
Today, Swami Vivekanand Mahavidyalaya, Shirur Tajband, stands as a beacon of learning and empowerment in rural area — nurturing first-generation learners, promoting cultural awareness, and upholding the ideals of Swami Vivekananda through dedication, discipline, and service to society.