Fergusson College Pune: Courses, Admissions, Placement, Scholarships, Fees

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Fergusson College, Pune was set up for functioning from the year 1895 by the Deccan Education Society. It is affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University. This nation-building institution provides a plethora of degree courses at both, UG and PG level. Apart from the degree courses, the college also offers special courses, vocational courses, certificate courses and PhD programs for the students.

The academic programs offered by the college at UG level are B.A. in 15 subjects whereas B.Sc. in 13 subjects all under Arts and Science faculty. It offers M.A. in 4 subjects of Arts stream whereas M.Sc. in 14 subjects. At the Doctorate level, the college offers students PhD in English, Botany, Environmental Science, Electronic Science and Physics.

Fergusson College undertakes admission applications online. The candidates can fill in and complete the application process online. The decision of admission to the college for all UG courses relies on merit in accordance with the regulations posed by the University.

Admission to PG courses depends equally on both merit and entrance examination marks. For all the other certificates, diploma and special courses, the admission is based on entrance examination only.

Facilities like Science and Computer laboratories, Language laboratories, Amphi-theatre, Gym, Playgrounds and Hostels are available at the college.

Fergusson College Pune Highlights

Established \|Institute Type	1895 \| Private, Autonomous Institution
Recognition	UGC
Affiliation	Savitribai Phule Pune University
Courses Offered	B.A., B.Sc., B.Voc., M.A., M.Sc., PhD
Application	Online
Admission Criteria	Merit-Based \|Entrance-Based
Facilities	Science and Computer laboratories, Language laboratories, Amphi-theatre, Gym, Playgrounds and Hostels
Official Website	https://www.fergusson.edu/

Fergusson College Ranking

Fergusson College is ranked 42nd Indian College by NIRF in the year 2020. The Week ranked the college at no. 8 in the category of Science Colleges in India in the year 2019. It was also ranked at no. 10 in the category of Arts Colleges in India in 2019 by The Week.

Fergusson College Courses

The college offers courses for undergraduates, post graduation as well as Doctorate level. Apart from the degree courses it also offers special vocational programs and certificate/diploma courses for students. The details of all the courses are tabulated below:-

Courses	Details
B.A.	Duration: 3 years Eligibility: The candidate must have completed 10+2/equivalent by an acknowledged board in any stream Specializations: Economics, English, French, Geography, German, Hindi, History, Marathi, Mathematics, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, Sanskrit, Sociology, Applied Statistics
B.Sc.	Duration: 3 years Eligibility: The candidate must have completed 10+2/equivalent by an acknowledged board in Science Stream Specializations: Animation, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronic Science, Environmental Science, Geology, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Statistics, Zoology
M.A.	Duration: 2 years Eligibility: The candidate must have acquired a graduation degree in Arts or related discipline from a recognized university with minimum 50% aggregate Specializations: Economics, English, Marathi, Psychology Selection Criteria: Merit based + Entrance (50:50)
M.Sc.	Duration: 2 years Eligibility: The candidate must have completed graduation in Science or related subject from an acknowledged university with minimum 50% marks Selection Criteria: Merit based + Entrance (50:50) Specializations: Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Data Science, Electronic Science, Environmental Science, Geology, Microbiology, Organic Chemistry, Physics
B.Voc.	Duration: 3 years Eligibility: The candidate must have completed 10+2/equivalent by an acknowledged board in any stream Selection Criteria: Merit based Specializations: Media and Communications, Digital Art and Animation
Certification	Duration: 1 year Eligibility: The candidate must have completed graduation in any discipline from an acknowledged university. Selection Criteria: Merit based Specializations: Photography, Counselling Psychology, Intellectual Property Rights, Women and Development, American Studies, MEAN Stack Web Development, English Content Writing, Yoga and Meditation
Ph.D	Duration: 3 years Eligibility: The candidate must have completed Post Graduation in the relevant subject by an acknowledged board Selection Criteria: Entrance Examination Specializations: English, Botany, Environmental Science, Electronic Science, Physics

Special Programs

M.Sc. Industrial Mathematics with Computer Applications
B. Voc. (under UGC-NSQF):
- Media and Communications
- Digital Art and Animation

The Vocational programs offered by the college at Undergraduate level are:-

B. Sc. (Physics) with Photography and Audio-Visual Production
B. Sc. (Electronic Science) with Electronic Equipment Maintenance
B. Sc. (Botany/Zoology/Chemistry) with Biotechnology

Fergusson College Admissions

Admissions to BA, B.Sc, B.Voc, and Certification courses are purely merit-based.

The admissions for MA and M.Sc. programs are provided in a 50:50 ratio on the basis of merit and entrance.

For Ph.D admissions, candidates must have secured valid marks in the entrance examination.

How to Apply?

Fergusson College is following the online mode for undertaking admissions of students in the year 2020. The applicants have to submit their applications online only. The process for the same is:-

Open up the official website of the college
Click and open the Admissions link or the menu
Download the admission form
Fill in the required details carefully
Upload all the required forms for verification
Pay the application fee of ₹500 through a verified payment gateway via online banking/debit/credit card (only online transactions acceptable)

Required Documents:-

Aadhar Card
Marksheet of high school/senior secondary
Graduation/Post graduation marksheet
Entrance Test Result Card
Transfer certificate (if applicable)
Migration Certificate (if applicable)
Caste Certificate
Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if applicable)
GAP Certificate
Proof of Parent’s employment in Defense Forces (if applicable)

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Reservation:-

The college also follows reservations of seats. The breakdown for the same is as tabulated below:-

Category	No. of Seats
SC	13
ST	7
OBC	19
Management Quota	15
PwD	3
Defense Personnel’s Child/Ex-Servicemen	5
Female Applicants	30

Fergusson College Scholarships

The college offers various scholarships and freeship to the students based on their need and merit. The rules of the Government and Savitribai Phule Pune University are abided by. The college also provides scholarships to minority students. Given below is the list of scholarships and freeship provided by the College:-

Eklavya Scholarship
National Merit Scholarship
B.C. Scholarship (SC/ST/NT/SBC)
B.C. Other State Scholarship
Handicapped/Blind Scholarship
Foreign Student’s Scholarship (Mauritius/Sri Lanka/Bangladesh/Kenya)
Champutai Gokhale Scholarship
Nagaland Government Scholarship
Savitribai Phule Merit Scholarship
Inspire Scholarship
Government Open Merit Scholarship
AFWW/EBC Merit Scholarship
Sanskrit Scholarship
Science Talent Scholarship
Jain Merit Scholarship
80% Central Sector Scholarship
Jindal F Scholarship
Indira Gandhi Scholarship
Bidi Kamgar Scholarship (Nagpur)
Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan Scholarship

Freeship List:-

S.C. Freeship
S.T. Freeship
N.T. Freeship
S.B.C. Freeship
Secondary School Teacher’s Freeship
Primary School Teacher’s Freeship
Ex-Servicemen
Service-Personnel

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Fergusson College Facilities

Spacious Classrooms:- The college has spacious and properly ventilated classrooms wherein various conventional teaching aids can be used for lectures.
Laboratories:- The college has a total of 52 laboratories for general studies and programs while 15 are exclusively for research purposes.
Other Teaching/Learning Facilities:- There are other learning centers and laboratories for language studies, computer laboratories and other IT zones giving the facility of internet connectivity to the students.
Amphi-theatre/Audio Visual Halls:- The college also owns its amphi-theatre and 13 other audio visuals halls for hosting extra-curricular activities for the students.
Accommodation: The College has six separate hostels for both boys and girls inside the college campus. The hostels are monitored and looked after by the wardens. The hostels have the capacity to hold 441 boys and 230 girl students. The facilities provided to the students in hostels are mess, medical facilities, and open guest rooms for parents, gymnasium (for girls), television, security cameras and CCTV etc.

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FAQs

Ques. Is there a provision of scholarships?

Ans. Yes. The college offers scholarships to students for contribution in their studies.

Ques. What is a freeship?

Ans. A freeship means that the concerned person is not obligated to pay the fees of school/college/university for which a person generally pays.

Ques. How to apply for admission in the college?

Ans. The college is undertaking admissions of students via online mode only. The candidates can apply online from the official website of the college.

Ques. What are the special programs offered by the college?

Ans. Fergusson College offers special programs like M.Sc. Industrial Mathematics with Computer Applications, B.Voc. in Digital Media and Communications or Digital Art and Animation. Other vocational programs that are available for students at undergraduate level are B.Sc. (Physics) with Photography and Audio-Visual Production, B.Sc. (Electronic Science) with Electronic Equipment Maintenance or B.Sc. (Botany/Zoology/Chemistry) with Biotechnology.

Ques. How can International students apply for admission in Fergusson College?

Ans. The NRI/International students looking out for admission in college have to get themselves registered with International Student’s Centre of University of Pune and also acquire a Firm Letter for Offer of Admission. The applicants have to carry with themselves all the required original documents for verification.

Ques. What is the application fee of Fergusson College?

Ans. The application fee that has to be submitted by the candidates is ₹500. It is mandatory to submit the application fee along with the application form in order to make your application count.

Ques. Will the degree after completion of the course be offered by Fergusson College?

Ans. Fergusson College, Pune is an autonomous body and in this case its parent University, Savitribai Phule Pune University will offer the degree. The format of the degree is binding as per the University rules. The degrees/certificates withheld will carry the name of Fergusson College.

Ques. Does the College provide accommodation facilities to the students?

Ans. Yes. The College owns six separate hostels for both boys and girls inside the college campus only. The hostel has the capacity of lodging 441 boys and 230 girl students.

Ques. How to apply for English Content Writing Certification Course?

Ans. For applying to this course, an applicant must possess:-

Strong command over the language of content to be framed up
Diverse content writing abilities
Sound knowledge of world wide web and MS Office

Fergusson College, Pune Fees & Eligibility

Course	Fees	Eligibility
BA	₹9,245 (1st Year Fees)	10+2
B.Sc	₹11,025 (1st Year Fees)	10+2
M.Sc	₹50,780 (1st Year Fees)	Graduation
M.A	₹9,680 (1st Year Fees)	Graduation
B.Voc	₹40,650 (1st Year Fees)	10+2
B.Voc	₹45,650 (1st Year Fees)	10+2

Select Degree : BA B.Sc M.Sc M.A B.Voc Certification Ph.D + 1 More

Select Stream : Science Arts Mass Communications Animation Computer Applications Vocational Courses + 1 More

Fergusson College Top Courses, Fees & Eligibility

Bachelor of Arts [BA]

₹ 9,245 1st Yr Fees

3 Years Degree On Campus Graduation Full Time

7.5/10 Based on 10 Reviews

15 Streams : Psychology | Economics | English | History | Politics | French | Mathematics | Geography | Sociology | Philosophy | German | Sanskrit | Marathi | Applied Statistics | Hindi + 11 more

Admission Guide 2021

Bachelor of Science [B.Sc]

₹ 11,025 1st Yr Fees

3 Years Degree On Campus Graduation Full Time

7.6/10 Based on 48 Reviews

13 Streams : Biotechnology | Computer Science | Microbiology | Animation | Physics | Mathematics | Statistics | Environmental Science | Zoology | Chemistry | Geology | Electronics | Botany + 9 more

Admission Guide 2021

Master of Science [M.Sc]

₹ 50,780 1st Yr Fees

2 Years Degree On Campus Post Graduation Full Time

8.4/10 Based on 9 Reviews

14 Streams : Microbiology | Biotechnology | Computer Science | Biochemistry | Data Science | Physics | Environmental Science | Organic Chemistry | Industrial Mathematics With Computer Applications | Geology | Computer Applications | Botany | Electronic Science | Analytical Chemistry + 10 more

Admission Guide 2021

Master of Arts [M.A]

₹ 9,680 1st Yr Fees

2 Years Degree On Campus Post Graduation Full Time

8.3/10 Based on 1 Reviews

4 Streams : Psychology | English | Economics | Marathi

Admission Guide 2021

Bachelor of Vocational Studies [B.Voc.] (Digital Media & Animation)

₹ 40,650 1st Yr Fees

3 Years Degree On Campus Graduation Full Time

Admission Guide 2021

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#42 out of 200 Top Colleges in India 2020

Science #7 out of 50 in India 2020 ( #8 out of 50 India 2019 )

#1st in Maharashtra

Arts #11 out of 50 in India 2020 ( #10 out of 50 India 2019 )

#1st in Pune

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Fergusson College Rd, Shivajinagar
Pune - 411004
Maharashtra , India

0.97KmJagtap Dairy

020-30866000

http://www.fergusson.edu

Comments

71 Comments

Vaishnavi

Hello, I will be a graduate student in 2021 only from AU. How to get admission in MA psychology in 2021-22 session? What is the syllabus for entrance exam?

09 Jan, 2021 19:56

Admin

Hi Vaishnavi. The admission for MA psychology programs is provided in a 50:50 ratio on the basis of merit and entrance. You can get detailed syllabus of entrance exam from the official website of the college.

09 Jan, 2021 21:28

Apurva

What is the minimum % required for admission in bsc biotechnology.

24 Mar, 2020 21:42

Shobhna Chaturvedi

Hi Apurva, there is no minimum percentage criteria to be eligible for this course. Any candidate who has passed intermediate in science stream will be considered eligible for this course.

25 Mar, 2020 02:17

Ravina Shevate

Hii i am pursuing my graduation in computer science nd want to take admission for jog diploma in journalism nd mass communication can I?

23 Jan, 2020 19:34

Tanisha verma

Hii i m tanisha.. Will B appering for boards 2020 feb.. What is criteria for admission at fergusson college.. N how is the placement for bsc biotechnology should I go for this course

20 Jan, 2020 16:19

Shobhna Chaturvedi

Hi Tanisha, admission to all the UG courses is done on the basis of marks scored in intermediate. You can check the placement details of the college from here: Placements in Fergusson College

However, it would be advised that you choose the course as per your interest and field of specialization.

20 Jan, 2020 17:51

Aman Mohan singh

I have done graduate in bsc chemistry and I want to do msc , what is the process to get admission in it?

24 Nov, 2019 07:48

Shobhna Chaturvedi

Hi Aman, candidates seeking admission in this course must have scored at least 50% in their graduation degree. You can check the Admission Procedure of the concerned course in detail from here.

25 Nov, 2019 15:46

Aditya Aman

I got 77% in 12th science , will I get Bsc honours in Biotechnology

08 Sep, 2019 19:26

Shobhna Chaturvedi

Hi Aditya, yes, you are eligible for the course as candidates who have done intermediate in science stream are eligible for admission to this course. However, admission will be done on the basis of merit in qualifying examination.

09 Sep, 2019 15:58

Sajal Bajpai

I have done my bsc biotech 1st year from kanpur can I do 2nd year and further from here

15 Jul, 2019 15:09

Shobhna Chaturvedi

Hi Sajal, there is no such provision of admission in second year directly for this course. However, you can start from first year again. You can check the Admission Process of the college from here.

15 Jul, 2019 15:25

Ankita Sharma

How much marks required in graduation to take admission in MCA in this college?

08 Jul, 2019 13:00

mannu singh

Hi Ankita, This course is not offered at the college.

09 Jul, 2019 11:37

Poojan sharma

Sir I have scored 78.4 percent in my Xll (commerce with maths) so can I get admission in BA

02 Jul, 2019 11:43

Shobhna Chaturvedi

Hi Poojan, last date to apply for admission was June 10, 2019 (tentatively). Thus, you cannot apply for admission for this session.

02 Jul, 2019 11:52

Prashant Garde

I want to take admission for Bsc biotechnology, what is the admission procedure

13 May, 2019 11:54

Shobhna Chaturvedi

Hi Prashant, students who have passed intermediate from science stream will be considered eligible for admission to this course. However, admission to all UG courses is done on the basis of marks scored in qualifying examination.

13 May, 2019 12:49

Jiya

Does this college offer bsc in earth science?

10 May, 2019 10:56

Shobhna Chaturvedi

Hi Jiya, no, this course is not offered by the college. However, you may check other B.Sc Earth Science Colleges in Maharashtra from here.

10 May, 2019 11:56

Fatima attari

Hello.. I wanted to know the procedure to get into MA economics. And also fees structure of college as well as hostel

07 Mar, 2019 14:52

Shobhna Chaturvedi

Hi Fatima, kindly go through the Admission Procedure of the college from here. For fee details, visit the official website of the college or contact on 020 30866000.

07 Mar, 2019 15:35

Sakharam Gawari

Please tell all details about forensic science and their verious types

02 Feb, 2019 14:07

Shobhna Chaturvedi

Hi Sakharam, the college does not offers this course.

02 Feb, 2019 15:43

shruti singh

Hello! I want to know what is the procedure to get admission in MA English .

03 Jan, 2019 16:45

Alok Pandey

Hi Shruti, To get all relevant information check this link:- Admission procedure for M.A.(English)

16 Jan, 2019 16:18

Raj

What is online admission process for junior Ferguson college? Also fee details and dates for the application?

26 Dec, 2018 20:06

Akansha Expert

Hi Raj, You may please check the official website of the college for getting the Fee detail or Application detail i.e. http://www.fergusson.edu

27 Dec, 2018 18:07

Priyanka Sanjay Randive

What is the process for direct admission Msc in mathematics??

10 Dec, 2018 08:09

Akansha Expert

Hi Priyanka, You may contact 020-30866000 to get details regarding direct admission.

11 Dec, 2018 10:24

shruti joshi

Hi. I want to take admission here in fc for psychology M.A . on what basis they will give me admission? On BA merit or entrance test ? What kind of test and when i can give it? And which M.A courses are available there for psychology.

04 Nov, 2018 14:22

Komal Chawla

Hello Shruti, Admission for MA Psychology is on the basis of merit and entrance examination for SPPU students and Entrance exam for students from other universities. The application starts on May 31, 2019.

05 Dec, 2018 22:48

Rohit Bandgar

Can I get admission for 2nd year B.A in Ferguson college I'm mumbai university student

23 Oct, 2018 17:04

Akansha Expert

Hi Rohit, You may please contact to the college for getting the Re-Admission detail for the relevant course.

23 Oct, 2018 18:10

Shanaya Sarun

I'm a BSc graduate. My subjects are physics, electronics and computer science. Can I apply for MSc geology or MSc psychology?

27 Sep, 2018 22:50

Akansha Expert

Hi Shanaya, You may please check this link for getting the Admission eligibility of Fergusson College.

28 Sep, 2018 13:18

Chanchal

Can I take admission for BA in psychology? I have completed my inter from commerce in 2018.

17 Sep, 2018 19:26

Akansha Expert

Hi Chanchal, Please check this link for getting the BA Course details of Fergusson college Pune.

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