Ganesh Charitable Trust was founded in the year 1991 with the noble mission of transforming higher education in Tamil Nadu. Under the visionary leadership of Thiru. A.C. Shanmugam, Former M.P. and M.L.A., the trust established several educational institutions under the A.C.S. Group of Institutions.

Dr. M.G.R. Chockalingam Arts College was established in the academic year 1997-1998 with a strong commitment to academic excellence and social responsibility. The institution is affiliated to Thiruvalluvar University, Vellore and recognized by the Government of Tamil Nadu.

The college offers quality education through Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Research programs with experienced faculty, modern infrastructure, innovative teaching methods, and career-focused learning.