Government Arts and Science College, Kangeyam was established in 2013 by introducing basic degree programmes in Tamil, English, Commerce, Mathematics and Computer Science. It is affiliated to the Bharathiyar University.

When it was established, it was the only government institution in Kangeyam that has provided higher education. The institution benefits the first generation learners who belong to socio-economically and educationally backward sections of the society in and around Kangeyam Taluk.