Chandrapur College was established on 9th September, 1992 in the historical place Chandrapur. The college is situated at the eastern part of the Kamrup (Metropolitan) district. It is the only higher educational institute of the locality. The college was established by some visionary local people. Contribution of those people will always be remembered.

Chandrapur is a historical place. Most of the artifacts, scripts, monuments etc belonging to the Ahom kingdom are lying scattered around Panbari, Misamari, kajali Chawki, Mayong, Chandrapur, Tatimara and Hatishila.

Since the date of inception, the college has been imparting high and quality education to the student of the locality. The college situated in a tribal belt area predominantly inhabited mostly by ST, ST(P), SC and OBC community. The Governing Body of the college and the teaching and non-teaching have been trying hard for the welfare of the college and due to their relentless service the college has reached the present status. Presently, the college offers 4 year degree course in both Arts and Commerce stream as per NEP 2020.