It was affiliated with the General Political Department of the People's Liberation Army.

[2] It was formed in 1977 and initially called "PLA Nanjing Political School".

In June 1986, it was renamed "PLA Nanjing Political College".

In May 1999, PLA Air Force Political College merged into the university.

[3] The Affiliated Hospital of PLA Nanjing Political College, was founded in 1988.