About the Institute
The Institute is situated in hilly and under developing area. Which is one of the important work place of greatest Philosopher, Educationalist, Social Reformer and Founder of ‘ Satya Shodhak Samaj’ Mahatma Jyotiba Phule who’s contribution in women's education in 18th century was outstanding. He started one of the girl's school in Otur. It is located near Shivneri, the birthplace of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It is also situated in area with full of greenery near Malshej Ghat and rage of Sahyadri its also get called ‘Entry Gate of Mumbai’.
The place Otur ( Junnar) has a historical heritage which is very nearer to the fort like Shivneri, which is well known as birth place of the great warrior, fighter and Founder of ‘Hindwai Swarajya’ the healer King Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Bhosale. The institution has been working for social and educational development. Shri Gajanan Shikshan Prasarak Mandal has always been devoted as well as dedicated institute with quality and innovative education.
The parent institute Shri Gajanan Shikshan Prasarak Mandal and VILAS TAMBE WOMENS COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, Dumberwadi, Otur, provides innovative Teaching-Learning courses like B.Ed., M.A (Education-YCMOU) and DSM (YCMOU) try to develop, inculcate all kind of knowledge, skill, values, core-elements and attitude among the teacher trainee. Its outcome brings dynamic, holistic, all-round personality and a characteristic of ‘Good citizen’ of India.