Tellakula Jalayya Polisetty Somasundaram College, Guntur ,Managed by Vasavi Vidyanidhi Committee was established in August 1971 under the dynamic leadership of Late Sri Tellakula Jalayya, A legendary personality, who occupied a number of public positions such as member of Legislative Assembly, Chairman of Guntur Municipal Corporation and with the deep commitment of the illustrious sons of Late Sri Polisetty Somasundaram, in the name of their noble father. The college which made a humble beginning in 1971, has fast grown into one of the biggest and most prestigious institutions of higher learning in Guntur city with more than 2000 students, 75 teaching staff, and 40 administrative and supporting staff on its rolls . The college offers a wide range of courses from intermediate to Post graduation. The college is affiliated to Acharya Nagarjuna University. TIPS College is one of the affiliated college having qualified research guides who are recognised by Acharya Nagarjuna University for providing guidance to M.Phil and Ph.D scholars TJPS College will be nationally recognized for student success and the best educational practices and recognized as a benchmark college for ensuring multi-faceted development of the students by way of tuning their attitudes and aptitudes and honing their skills, suited to the changing needs of the economy.The mission of TJPS College is to provide educational opportunities that emphasise knowledge and skills that allow the student to adjust through a lifetime of social and technological change. The college recognized that education is vital in developing skills needed for a productive society and essential in promoting the individual’s sense of worth, values and high ethical standards. The College is committed to excellence in helping students reach their full potential by developing their academic competencies, critical thinking skills, communication proficiency, civil responsibility and global awareness.