DAV College Jalandhar under the aegis of Centre for Competitive Examinations started coaching of IAS, PCS, UGC-NET and other competitive exams on October 5, 2009. In the inaugural session Mr Ravi Bhagat, IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Bathinda and Chief Administrative Officer, Bathinda Development Authority, was the Chief Guest. Principal and Dr. Ashwani Sharma, Dean, Centre for Competitive Examinations and other staff members welcomed Mr. Ravi Bhagat and his father Sh. K.L.Bhagat.

While introducing Mr. Ravi Bhagat, alumni of this college, to the students and staff members Dr. Ashwani Sharma said that in 1993 Ravi joined this college with a big dream to become an IAS officer and with pefect planning, hard work and guidance of teachers added with the blessings of parents he was able to achieve his goal. He also highlighted the various achievements of Mr. Ravi Bhagat. While talking about the Centre for Competitive Examinations (CCE) Dr. Ashwani Sharma said that DAV College is the only college, to start this centre for the preparation of competitive exams. The purpose of this centre is to help the students in the realization of their dreams. He said that Centre is fully equipped with study material, computer network, high tech classrooms and above all experienced and dedicated faculty. He stressed that the fee structure is quite normal and within the reach of students as the objective is not to generate money but to provide proper guidance to the aspirants. He advised the students to dream big and work hard .The Centre will provide latest study material and conduct periodicals.
Principal, while formally welcoming the Chief Guest Mr. Ravi Bhagat, said that his presence would encourage the young students to accelerate in the field of competitive exams. He advised the students to develop competitive spirit. He also stressed on the need to articulate the information into practical knowledge. He congratulated the Dean of Centre for Competitive Examinations, Dr. Ashwani Sharma for taking this initiative and assured all help to the centre for its smooth working.

While speaking on the occasion the Chief Guest, Mr. Ravi Bhagat,IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Bathinda and Chief Administrative Officer, Bathinda Development Authority congratulated Principal and Dean, Centre for Competitive Examinations, Dr. Ashwani Sharma for starting this centre for competitive exams. He dedicated his success to DAV College faculty and his parents. While sharing his experiences, he said that there is no shortcut to success. One must be clear about his aim, and then with proper planning, strategy and with the help of teachers one can achieve his goal. He appreciated the infrastructure of DAV College, specially the library and dedicated faculty in the overall development of personality of students. While interacting with the students he advised them to remain focus on target. They should be positive in their thinking and work hard with total commitment. They should take all help of teachers for clear understanding of the concepts. He said that Civil Services exam is a sort of personality test; hence the aspirants should develop their holistic personality. Prof. A.K.Trivedi, Head, Dept. of Geography, proposed a vote of thanks.