Harishchandrapur College was established in 2008 to fulfil the dreams and aspirations of the people of Harishchandrapur and the surrounding areas and to meet their long voiced demand for higher studies. The college is NAAC accredited and affiliated to the University of Gour Banga. There is a beautiful lush green area around the college. The College currently offers BA courses in Bengali, English, History, Geography, Political Science, Philosophy, Sanskrit, Arabic, Education and Physical Education. A spacious playground in the college serves the purposes of organising different tournaments, games and sports. The playground is also utilised by the different schools in nearby areas. The college received prestigious ICPR seminar grant, Book grant from Govt. of West Bengal and CSR scheme for drinking water and sanitation facilities. A dedicated team of teachers and support staffs are always ready to help the students with any possible problems. The college always thinks about the overall development of the students as a whole which helps to build a good nation.