About Us · Crescent Composite Pre-University College for Girls

Est. 2002 · Basavanagudi, Bangalore

Our Story, Our Mission

For over two decades, Crescent Composite Pre-University College for Girls has been a beacon of quality education rooted in Islamic values — empowering young women to lead with knowledge, integrity, and confidence.

2002

Year Founded

5,000+

Alumnae

95%

Board Pass Rate

Streams Offered

2002

Year of Establishment

"Nurturing minds, building character, shaping futures."

20+

Years of Service

Who We Are

A College That Puts Girls First

Founded in 2002 under the aegis of the Crescent Association, Crescent Composite Pre-University College for Girls was established with a singular purpose: to provide high-quality pre-university education to young women in a safe, value-driven, all-women environment.

Located on Mosque Road in the heart of Basavanagudi, Bangalore, the college is affiliated with the Karnataka Pre-University Board and offers Science (PCMB), Commerce, and Arts & Humanities streams.

Over two decades, we have grown into one of Bangalore's most trusted girls' colleges — producing over 5,000 alumnae who have gone on to careers in medicine, engineering, law, civil services, education, and business. Our 95% board pass rate reflects the dedication of our faculty and the hard work of our students.

We believe that when a girl receives a strong education grounded in values, she doesn't just build a career — she builds a family, a community, and a better future for all.

Our Purpose

Mission, Vision & Values

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Our Mission

To provide accessible, rigorous, and value-based pre-university education to girls — equipping them with the academic foundation, moral character, and personal confidence to succeed in higher education and public life.

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Our Vision

To be the most trusted women's pre-university institution in Karnataka — where every girl, regardless of her background, receives an education that honours her intellect, her faith, and her potential.

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Our Values

Knowledge and learning as a sacred duty. Integrity in all conduct. Respect for every individual. Service to community. Excellence without compromise. And the belief that education is the most powerful gift we can give a girl.

What Defines Us

The Four Pillars of a Crescent Education

Every decision we make — from curriculum design to campus culture — is guided by four foundational commitments to our students.

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Academic Rigour

Board-aligned curriculum delivered by experienced, subject-specialist teachers. Regular assessments, doubt-clearing sessions, and structured exam preparation ensure every student is ready for board exams and competitive entrance tests like NEET and JEE.

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Islamic Values & Character

Education at Crescent is not merely academic — it is holistic. We cultivate in our students the values of truthfulness, compassion, perseverance, and service. A dedicated prayer hall ensures spiritual practice is never disrupted by academic life.

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Safe, Women-Only Environment

Our 100% women-only campus is designed to give students — and their families — complete peace of mind. With 24/7 security, CCTV, and a campus culture built on mutual respect, girls are free to focus entirely on learning and growing.

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Student Support & Inclusion

We believe financial circumstances should never limit a girl's education. Merit and need-based scholarships, fee concessions, academic counselling, and a caring faculty ensure that every student who walks through our doors is supported to succeed.

Our Journey

Two Decades of Excellence

2002

College Founded

Crescent Composite Pre-University College for Girls established by the Crescent Association on Mosque Road, Basavanagudi. First batch enrolled in Science and Arts streams.

2005

Commerce Stream Launched

Growing demand from students and families led to the introduction of the Commerce stream with Accountancy, Business Studies, and Economics.

2008

Science Laboratories Expanded

Fully equipped Physics, Chemistry, and Biology laboratories inaugurated, enabling hands-on practical learning for Science stream students.

2012

Computer Lab & Library Upgraded

State-of-the-art computer lab with internet access established. Library collection expanded to include PUC reference books, competitive exam guides, and periodicals.

2015

1,000 Alumnae Milestone

The college celebrated its 1,000th alumna — a landmark affirming the institution's growing impact on the community. First alumni reunion held.

2018

Scholarship Programme Formalised

A structured merit and need-based scholarship programme launched, ensuring access to quality education for students from economically weaker backgrounds.

2022

20th Anniversary · 5,000 Alumnae

The college celebrated two decades of service with over 5,000 alumnae across medicine, engineering, law, civil services, and business. A proud milestone for the institution and the community.

2026

Admissions Open — Academic Year 2026–27

Applications now open for the new academic year. Science, Commerce, and Arts streams available. The journey continues.

Board Results

95%

Average Karnataka PUC Board pass rate across all three streams over the last five years.

Community Impact

5,000+

Alumnae who have gone on to careers in medicine, law, engineering, civil services, and education.

Years of Service

Since 2002

Over two decades of uninterrupted service to the Muslim community and the wider Bangalore community.

Our Affiliation

Karnataka Pre-University Board

Recognised and affiliated with the Department of Pre-University Education, Government of Karnataka. All three streams follow the Karnataka PUC curriculum.

The People Behind the College

Our Leadership

Experienced educators and dedicated administrators committed to the vision of quality women's education.

Principal

Academic Head

Our Principal brings over 20 years of experience in pre-university education. She oversees academic standards, faculty development, and ensures the college's vision is lived out every day in every classroom.

Vice Principal

Student Affairs & Administration

The Vice Principal manages day-to-day administration, student welfare, and the scholarship programme. She is the first point of contact for parents and guardians on student matters.

Academic Counsellor

Streams & Career Guidance

Our counsellor guides every new student through stream selection, helps identify career pathways, and provides ongoing academic and personal support throughout the two-year programme.

Campus Life

Our Facilities

Everything a student needs to learn, grow, and thrive — within a safe, fully-equipped women-only campus.

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Well-Stocked Library

Reference books, PUC textbooks, competitive exam guides, and periodicals. A quiet reading room open six days a week. Students may borrow books for home study.

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Dedicated Prayer Hall

A spacious, dedicated prayer space on campus ensures students can perform their five daily prayers without any interruption to their faith practice.

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Science Laboratories

Separate, fully-equipped Physics, Chemistry, and Biology laboratories. Regular practical sessions aligned with the Karnataka PUC Board syllabus and exam requirements.

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Computer Laboratory

Modern computers with high-speed internet. Used for Computer Science classes, digital literacy, and general academic research by students across all streams.

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Scholarship Programme

Merit-based and need-based scholarships and fee concessions available. Government minority and SC/ST scholarships also facilitated. No deserving student should be left behind.

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Safe & Secure Campus

100% women-only environment with 24/7 security and CCTV surveillance. Parents trust us because safety is never an afterthought — it is built into how we operate.

Alumnae Voices

What Our Alumnae Say

Crescent gave me the foundation to clear NEET on my first attempt. The science faculty is exceptional and the all-girls environment helped me focus completely on my studies.

Fatima Noor

Science 2022 · MBBS, Rajiv Gandhi Medical College

As a girl from a traditional family, my parents were only comfortable sending me here because of the Islamic environment and women-only campus. I am now preparing for civil services.

Zainab Siddiqui

Arts 2023 · UPSC Aspirant

The teachers here treated us like daughters, not just students. The scholarship made my education possible. The college's culture made me the confident woman I am today.

Mariam Shaikh

Science 2021 · B.E. Student, VTU