Nestled in a rural-tribal belt within the plains of the Darjeeling Hills, West Bengal, the college spans approximately 2.22 acres. As a co-educational institution, it caters to the educational needs of a diverse student body, with a particular focus on underprivileged communities.

Kalipada Ghosh Tarai Mahavidyalaya has a noble mission of spreading undergraduate education among rural underprivileged sections, including tea garden laborers and economically disadvantaged families. Recognizing the socio-economic challenges, especially early marriage among girls, lack of education, and limited access to higher education, the college endeavors to provide quality education within reach of these communities.

Offering a variety of undergraduate programs, including Arts, Science, and Commerce, the college provides a conducive environment for holistic growth. Extracurricular activities such as NSS, NCC, sports, and cultural programs further enrich the student experience, fostering all-round development.

Having earned a B-level accreditation from the NAAC in 2006, the college continues its pursuit of excellence. Recommendations from the NAAC peer team have been diligently implemented, including infrastructure expansion, introduction of new academic streams, faculty augmentation, and the enhancement of NSS and NCC units.

With a commitment to empowering first-generation learners through higher education, the college aims to equip students with the skills and values necessary for employment, self-employment, and social responsibility. Through initiatives promoting gender sensitization, education for girls, and the cultivation of social and human values, Kalipada Ghosh Tarai Mahavidyalaya endeavors to lead its students towards a brighter future.