Bishop Cotton Women’s Christian College is an offshoot of the Bishop Cotton Girls’ School and carries with it a rich tradition of more than 150 years of experience in imparting education. The college is named after Bishop Edward George Lynch Cotton of Calcutta, who was instrumental in the establishment of Bishop Cotton Girls’ School. The college was housed initially at the school campus before moving into an independent campus in July 1999 to facilitate expansion and development. Founded in 1985 as a Junior College, it has become a leading college with an earned reputation for providing a superior academic education in an invigorating atmosphere. The effort has been to move always one step ahead and be involved primarily in women’s development. The progress is a manifestation of our total dedication, commitment and our faith in God.

The Institution is managed by the Board of Management which forms a part of the Karnataka Central Diocese of the Church of South India. It was expanded into a First Grade Degree College in September 1987 and Post Graduate College in 2018, now has a total strength of over 2074 students.

The Motto of the College is ‘Nec Dextrorsum –Nec Sinistrorsum’. These Latin words which mean ‘neither to the right nor to the left’ come from the Latin version of the Old Testament in the Bible, a command given to Joshua, the leader of Israelites. In accordance with the motto, the college installs in its students the values of integrity, justice, and constructive societal engagement.

The college is located in the heart of Bengaluru city hosting faculty members possessing extensive academic knowledge, active students, and proficient administrative and support personnel. It encompasses numerous departments across Arts, Science, and Commerce, equipped with modern laboratory and library resources. The institution's advancement is attributed to a forward-thinking Board, knowledgeable faculty, dynamic student body, effective administration, and support staff. Recognizing the imperative to progress, Bishop Cotton Women’s Christian College embraces its Cottonian ethos, looking towards new horizons while reaffirming its dedication to women's empowerment. The college fosters individuals to become ethical leaders who advocate for human dignity, equality, and opportunity, alongside social, political, and economic justice. It aims to nurture women of substance, ready to make meaningful contributions to society.

A vision for the future propels us forward in our journey. From our past experience and present achievements, our journey of progress moves forward with a list of hopes and dreams. The institution truly is committed to the empowerment of Women and the marginalized communities of our society. Minority Educational Institute