Elphinstone College, Higher education institution in Fort district, Mumbai, India
Located in a Gothic building, Elphinstone College provides education in arts, sciences, and commerce through undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
The college opened its doors in 1856 and played a central role in establishing the University of Mumbai, initially hosting classes at the Town Hall.
The institution counts among its graduates influential figures like B.R. Ambedkar, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, and Jamsetji Tata who shaped Indian society.
Students access a collection of 90,000 books in the library and participate in academic programs affiliated with Dr. Homi Bhabha State University.
The college building earned UNESCO recognition as part of the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai architectural heritage group.
Location: Mumbai City district
Inception: 1856
Website: http://www.elphinstone.ac.in
Part of: Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai
Address: 156, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400023 400023
Website: http://elphinstone.ac.in
GPS coordinates: 18.92710,72.83120
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:36
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