Admission to Atharva College is through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) and is based on entrance exam scores like MHT CET or JEE AIR. Candidates apply online, and admission is confirmed through a merit list, document verification, and offline fee payment. The Information Technology course is particularly noted for its placement opportunities. The faculty is mainly young postgraduates, employing innovative teaching techniques, but perceptions of their effectiveness vary. The college maintains a feedback system to address student needs, though students often rely on self-study for additional skills.
Fees are competitive, with open category students paying about Rs 70,000 annually, SC/ST students Rs 7,000, and OBC students Rs 37,000. Fees for different courses range from Rs 30,000 to Rs 2,00,000. Scholarships and fee waivers are available, including the Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS). Placement opportunities are robust, with over 40 companies visiting annually, including Accenture, Capgemini, Infosys, TCS, and Amazon. Approximately 70-90% of students secure jobs through campus placements, with packages ranging from 2-10 LPA and the highest reported at 10 LPA.
The Training and Placement cell supports students with seminars, tests, and interviews, contributing to significant placement growth over the past 8 years. Despite an average placement percentage of around 50%, placements have improved significantly. Financial aid, scholarships, and freeships are available for students from economically weaker sections and those with family incomes below INR 200,000. Students entering through the Maharashtra CAP rounds can avail of scholarships based on specific criteria.
The fee structure remains consistent throughout the course, ensuring stability for students.
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