Salem has several educational institutions with Arts and Science colleges affiliated to Periyar University founded in 1997.

The Government College of Engineering was founded in 1966.

The Government Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College was established in 1986.

The Institute of Handloom Technology (IIHT), Salem was established in 1960 by Ministry of Textiles.

The Government Law College was opened in August 2019.
Salem has several educational institutions with Arts and Science colleges affiliated to Periyar University founded in 1997.
The Government College of Engineering was founded in 1966.
The Government Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College was established in 1986.
The Institute of Handloom Technology (IIHT), Salem was established in 1960 by Ministry of Textiles.
The Government Law College was opened in August 2019.
Salem, Tamil Nadu