It was put under the direct management and supervision of the armed forces of the country and military education was made compulsory in it.

After the liberation of Bangladesh, The Cadet Colleges Order (PO 89) of 1972 issued guidelines for restructuring the councils and governing bodies of the cadet colleges.

The two management bodies of the cadet colleges were further restructured and were placed under direct control of the Ministry of Defence.

There have been periodic changes in the management structure because of changes in the government, but the basic principles have so far remained undisturbed.

At present, the Adjutant General of the Bangladesh Army acts as the chairman of the governing bodies of all cadet colleges and the Defense Secretary is the highest authority in all matters relating to their funding and operation.