Yuvakshetra Institute of Management Studies (YIMS) is an educational project of Yuvakshetra Charitable Trust, Palakkad). YIMS, a premier professional training college in Palakkad District, is one of the best of its kind in South India. The college is affiliated to the University of Calicut and managed by the Catholic Diocese of Palghat. YIMS was launched in 2005 under the visionary leadership of Rev. Fr. Sebastian Panjikkaran, the founder Director of Yuvkshetra. The Sanskrit word ‘kshetra’ means the place of gathering / holy place. Here ‘Yuvakshetra’ represents the place of gathering and holy place of young people moulding them through professionalism, discipline and holistic development.
The College is unique in its approach towards professionalism, whereby even those from the lower economic strata get a platform to forge their skills and potentials. The whole campus spread over 25+ acres of land is surrounded by a lush green environment, making it one of the most eco friendly colleges in Kerala. YIMS is located at Ezhakkad – Mundur, just 15 kms away from the Palakkad town.
'Bodhi'- The Library
The College library has an impressive stock of books, constantly updated according to the requirements of the students.
Cafe yu-court - The Canteen
YIMS is blessed with a well furnished and ventilated canteen with all modern facilities.
Health Club & Gymnasium
The health and safety of students are of paramount importance for us and there will be no presumption of dearth or negligence in these issues.
Chapel & Prayer Hall
Holy Mass is celebrated in the chapel on the First Fridays of every month. Attendance is compulsory for Catholic Students. Other Christian students are also encouraged to attend the Mass.
‘Home of Love’- Hostel
The hostel which fosters ample opportunity to study well, is an integral part of the college. It is a place where students learn discipline and punctuality.
Theater & AV Room
It enables the students to have direct access and awareness with all the modern educational and technological advancements.
Computer Lab
Yuvakshetra maintains a sophisticated computer lab with 60 most up-to-date configured computers. Individual access is ensured and the students get hand on experience in the lab.
Training Kitchen & Restaurant
The training restaurants in the institute are exact replicas of hotel restaurants. The training restaurant offers a simulated effect with the furniture and fixtures.
Eco Friendly Campus
YIMS is located in a flush green atmosphere on the western slope of sahyadri that gives a pleasant ambience to learn through nature.
‘Symphony’- The Auditorium
The institute has a spacious auditorium with a capacity to seat 500 in theatre style.
Open Air Stadium
Yuvakshetra has a vast open air stadium in a lush green atmosphere for entertainment, performances and events.
Store & Internet
There is a store and Internet Cafe attached to the college so that students/staffs can purchase books, record books & other stationary items
Transportation
The College provides transportation facility to the Staff and Students. The bus facilities are provided from various places of Palakkad District.
Training Centre
Yuvakshetra Training Centre is a part of Yuvakshetra campus, where lot of trainings for the students of the college and the youth in and around the Palghat diocese.
