Faculty
Names, designations and qualifications as approved by the college office.
- Dr. Y.N. Bhinge Head and Professor M.A., SET, NET, Ph.D.
- Dr. B.L. Potulwar Professor M.A., NET, Ph.D.
- Ms. K.K. Jadhav Assistant Professor M.A., NET
Academic departments
An introduction to each department.
The Senior College has nine departments in languages, social sciences and commerce. These departments teach courses from the undergraduate degree up to Ph.D. Each department handles its own teaching, mentoring and internal assessment.
Department 1
Marathi
The Department of Marathi has taught language, literature and culture since the college was founded. At undergraduate and postgraduate level it studies the history of Marathi literature, criticism, linguistics, folk literature and the major literary forms, building both language skills and cultural understanding. The department also offers doctoral research.
Curriculum focus
Core subject areas covered by the department's courses.
- History of Marathi literature
- Literary criticism and theory
- Linguistics
- Folk literature
- Poetry, fiction and the novel
- Drama and one-act plays
- Research methodology
Department 2
Hindi
The Department of Hindi teaches Hindi language and literature from undergraduate to doctoral level. Its courses cover the history of Hindi literature, poetry, fiction, drama, criticism, linguistics and translation, giving students a strong grounding in literary appreciation and language use.
Curriculum focus
Core subject areas covered by the department's courses.
- History of Hindi literature
- Poetry and criticism
- Fiction and drama
- Linguistics
- Hindi language teaching
- Translation
- Research methodology
Faculty
Names, designations and qualifications as approved by the college office.
- Dr. B.N. Jadhav Head and Professor M.A., NET, SET, Ph.D.
- Dr. M.M. Kawade Associate Professor M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., SET, NET
Department 3
English
The Department of English teaches language and literature from undergraduate to doctoral level. Courses cover British, American and Indian writing in English, literary criticism and theory, linguistics and communication skills, developing close reading, argument and academic writing.
Curriculum focus
Core subject areas covered by the department's courses.
- British literature
- American literature
- Indian writing in English
- Literary criticism and theory
- Linguistics and phonetics
- Communication skills
- Research methodology
Faculty
Names, designations and qualifications as approved by the college office.
- Dr. S.G. Bhanegaonkar Head and Professor M.A., SET, Ph.D., L.L.B.
- Dr. M.B. Gahelot Professor M.A., Ph.D.
- Dr. D.P. Digole Professor M.A., PGDTE, SET, Ph.D., L.L.B.
- Dr. M.B. Mirza Professor M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., L.L.B.
- Dr. D.N. More Professor M.A., SET, Ph.D.
- Mr. A.C. Thorat Associate Professor M.A., SET
Department 4
Political Science
The Department of Political Science studies Indian and world politics in both theory and practice. Courses in political thought, Indian government and politics, comparative politics, international relations and public policy lay a foundation for civil services, competitive examinations and public life. Doctoral research is offered.
Curriculum focus
Core subject areas covered by the department's courses.
- Political thought
- Indian government and politics
- Comparative politics
- International relations
- Public policy
- Research methodology
Faculty
Names, designations and qualifications as approved by the college office.
- Dr. V.T. Dahiphale Head and Professor M.A., SET, Ph.D.
- Dr. V.R. Patange Associate Professor M.A., Ph.D.
- Dr. A.V. Datar Assistant Professor M.A., NET, M.Phil., Ph.D.
Department 5
Commerce and Management
The Department of Commerce teaches accountancy, business, finance and management at undergraduate, postgraduate and research level. Alongside B.Com. it runs the CCBAT certificate course and M.Com., and supports doctoral research. The curriculum combines accounting and taxation practice with business law, economics and management.
Curriculum focus
Core subject areas covered by the department's courses.
- Accountancy and auditing
- Business law
- Taxation
- Finance and banking
- Marketing management
- Business economics
- Research methodology
Faculty
Names, designations and qualifications as approved by the college office.
- Dr. C.K. Harnawle Head and Professor M.Com., D.B.M., NET, Ph.D.
- Dr. D.S. Yadav Professor M.Com., G.D.C. & A., SET, Ph.D.
- Dr. M.S. Rode Professor M.Com., M.B.A., Ph.D.
- Dr. S.P. Pawar Professor M.Com., SET, M.B.A., Ph.D.
- Dr. C.K. Bora Associate Professor M.Com., LLM, Ph.D., NET
- Dr. R.D. Doiphode Associate Professor M.Com., D.B.M., M.Phil., Ph.D.
- Dr. V.D. Jadhav Associate Professor M.Com., NET, MBA, GDC & A
Department 6
Sociology
The Department of Sociology studies society, social structure and social change. Courses in sociological theory, Indian society, caste, class and gender, family and social problems develop an analytical understanding of society and training in social research methods.
Curriculum focus
Core subject areas covered by the department's courses.
- Sociological theory
- Indian society
- Social change and development
- Caste, class and gender
- Family and marriage
- Social research methods
Faculty
Names, designations and qualifications as approved by the college office.
- Ms. S.H. Kate Head and Assistant Professor M.A., NET, M.Phil.
Department 7
Economics
The Department of Economics studies micro and macro economics, development economics and the Indian economy. Using statistics and econometrics, students learn to analyse economic policy and data. The department also offers doctoral research.
Curriculum focus
Core subject areas covered by the department's courses.
- Micro economics
- Macro economics
- Development economics
- Indian economy
- Public finance
- Statistics and econometrics
- International trade
Faculty
Names, designations and qualifications as approved by the college office.
- Dr. V.V. Sukale Principal and Head M.A., B.Ed., M.Phil., Ph.D., L.L.B.
Department 8
Public Administration
The Department of Public Administration studies administrative theory, Indian administration and public policy. Courses in local self-government, personnel administration and financial administration prepare students for administrative services and competitive examinations.
Curriculum focus
Core subject areas covered by the department's courses.
- Administrative theory
- Indian administration
- Public policy
- Local self-government
- Personnel administration
- Financial administration
Faculty
Names, designations and qualifications as approved by the college office.
- Dr. B.C. Wadwale Head and Professor M.A., SET, Ph.D., L.L.B.
- Dr. A.P. Kale Professor M.A., M.Phil., NET, Ph.D.
Department 9
History
The Department of History studies ancient, medieval and modern India, with a special focus on the history of Marathwada. Courses in historiography, archaeology, the freedom struggle and world history develop a historical perspective and research skills.
Curriculum focus
Core subject areas covered by the department's courses.
- Ancient Indian history
- Medieval Indian history
- Modern Indian history
- History of Marathwada
- Freedom struggle
- Historiography and archaeology
- World history
Faculty
Teaching posts in History are vacant in the 2026-27 prospectus.
Support department
Physical Education
Physical Education is a support department that runs the college's sports programme. It has one sanctioned post, currently vacant.
Department and faculty details follow the 2026–27 prospectus. Programme offerings are subject to SRTMUN approval; confirm current details with the college office.
Admissions
Your next step at People's College.
Admission to the senior college follows the annual schedule announced by the college and SRTMUN. Contact the college office for eligibility, fees and documents.