Government Model Degree College, Daporijo, was established on February 29, 2012. The first academic session began the same year at a temporary site in Daporijo. In January 2024, the college was shifted to its permanent campus at Reempu Yarlo, located about 14 km from Daporijo Town, the headquarters of Upper Subansiri District. The college is affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University, Rono Hills, Doimukh, Arunachal Pradesh. At present, it offers six subjects under the Arts stream, namely Economics, Education, English, Hindi, History and Political Science.

To promote higher learning and inclusive education, the college also hosts a Distance Education Centre (IDE, RGU), enabling learners from different backgrounds to pursue higher studies. In addition, it has a National Service Scheme (NSS) unit, which provides students with opportunities to serve the community and develop leadership qualities.

The college provides residential hostels for both boys and girls, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for students coming from remote areas.

A team of dedicated teaching and non-teaching staff work tirelessly to provide value-based and quality education, focusing on both academic excellence and character development. The college continues to strive towards its vision of becoming a centre of higher learning that nurtures responsible, skilled, and confident citizens.