Kateel Ashok Pai Memorial Institutions (KAPMI) is a group of Institutions started by Manasa Trust, Shivamogga. Late. Dr. K A Ashok Pai, founder of the trust was an internationally renowned community psychiatrist, writer, film maker, philanthropist and a pioneer in the field of mental health.

The group consists of

1. Kateel Ashok Pai Memorial College, established in the year 2017and affiliated to Kuvempu University, Shivamogga

2. Kateel Ashok Pai Memorial Institute of Allied Health Science, established in the year 2019 and affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru

3. Kateel Ashok Pai Memorial Institute of Nursing, established in the year 2024 and affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru

Kateel Ashok Pai Memorial College (KAPMC) (Affiliated to Kuvempu University and Recognized by the Govt. of Karnataka) started in memory of this great visionary, aims to provide higher education in the field of psychology and humanities, in an attempt to build a healthier society.

KAPMC located in the heart of Shivamogga city, is very close to main bus stand  and railway station. The college is well equipped and self-contained, providing an enriching academic atmosphere. It has spacious and well-ventilated classrooms, a library well equipped with reference books, journals, e-books, reading room facility. Modernized teaching aids, medical consultancy, computer lab, psychology lab & Student friendly amenities.

As an academic institution KAPMC strives to shape young students who can become professionals and contributes as citizens of the nation. The college is committed to the all-round personality development of students by providing opportunities to participate in a wide variety of cultural activities, separate training programs and competitions designed to bring out their best talents. The college has well qualified teaching faculty who not only have concern for academic excellence but also provide motivation for personality development. The college is unique and student friendly, dedicating itself to the motto of quality education.

We strive “to prepare students to meet the challenges of tomorrow with creativity, intelligence, competence and responsibility. Our education fosters values of sharing service and justice, thereby leading to a more equal and humane society”. We strive to mould our students into determined young adults, who, in their pursuit of excellence, will also uphold moral values and be willing to work towards enriching the lives of others. Kateel Ashok Pai Memorial College has a wide array of cultural, sports and personality development programmes designed to bring out the best in students. We have well qualified, trained, motivated faculty to make this College of Shivamogga a unique one.

The college has the privilege of having a healthy, harmonious, and rich value base that will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of young minds. In this era of cut throat competition, it is of paramount importance to be equipped with appropriate knowledge and values. We not only inculcate moral values but also make the student a good human being and confident leader.

We understand the importance of equipping our students not only with knowledge from curriculum but also provide knowledge base and values to make them responsible confident citizens of tomorrow.

We welcome you to KAPMC, let’s join hands and create an integrated learning experience.