The college is recognized by the UGC under Sections 2(f) and 12 (B) and is affiliated to Assam University, Silchar.

[6] The college got its affiliation for Arts and Commerce streams under Gauhati University during the 1961–62 academic session.

The Intermediate (10+2 level) courses of the college are affiliated under the Assam Higher Secondary Education Council.

[6] The main campus of the college is on a 5.3-acre (21,000 m2) plot and houses the academic and administrative wings along with the support services.

[6] Cachar College offers Intermediate and Undergraduate in Arts, Science and Commerce streams.

[7] The college operates in two shifts — day and afternoon — with the combined intake capacity being 300 for Arts, 240 for Commerce and 120 for Science streams respectively.

[7] The college, with the help of University Grants Commission, has introduced career-oriented programmes, which can be pursued along with other regular courses like B.A, B.Com, B.Sc, etc.

On successful completion of such a course, a student obtains a certificate/diploma awarded jointly by Cachar College and Assam University.

Cachar College Employees’ Thrift and Amenities Cooperative Limited operates a temporary sale outlet during and after admission days from where the students have to buy their uniforms.