Named after Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan (1888-1975), Dr. S.R.K. Government Arts College, Yanam started from the Academic year 1973-74 onwards. As an academician, philosopher and statesman, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was one of the most recognized and influential Indian thinkers of the 20^th Century.

Education elevates the dynamic spirit, enhances harmony and creates cultural refinement for building better personality and society. Through acquisition of knowledge by invention and creative methods, our students are given a chance to explore their hidden talents. With focus on the technology based economy, pioneering efforts are being undertaken by the college to encourage the students to venture into the field of their choice. Thus, we strive to make individuals not only complete but also perfect to showcase the culture and dignity of humanity.

The motto of this college ‘Education for Human Excellence’ highlights the altruism promoted by education for making the world worthy to live in. Rightly educated and harmoniously developed persons who have love for freedom and values, respect to heritage and culture, inquisitiveness for invention and innovation, live together through tolerance achieving peace and progress.

Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Government Arts College will remain, in the times to come, the epicenter for promoting quality education through improved academic standards and shaping a knowledge-driven economy.