St. Vincent Pallotti was a Catholic priest who founded the Society of the Catholic Apostolate (SAC), commonly known as the “Pallottines,” around 150 years ago. Born on April 21, 1795, Pallotti was canonized in 1963. His commitment to his apostolate led him to start orphanages, night schools and technical institutions that exist even today. Besides, he had special compassion for prisoners, soldiers and the sick.

He was also the Spiritual Director of several Roman Colleges. The society founded by Pallotti has numerous institutions in 53 countries across the globe. In India, the Pallottines have premier educational as well as institutions of higher learning in Karnataka, Maharashtra, Goa, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Jharkhand, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and North East. The Bangalore Pallottine Society is a part of Society of the Catholic Apostolate (SAC) that manages St. Vincent Pallotti College.