Goutham College, Manjunathnagar, Bengaluru, affiliated to Bangalore University, offers a two-year Master of Social Work [MSW] programme covering social work methods, community development, social policy, research in social work, family and child welfare, labour welfare, and field practicum. The programme prepares graduates for professional roles in social welfare, NGOs, government welfare departments, and community development. Total fees for the programme are ₹1,50,000.
Master of Social Work [MSW] admissions at Goutham College for 2026-27 are expected to open in June 2026. Candidates should check the college website and Bangalore University PG admissions portal for the current schedule.
Key Points
- Master of Social Work [MSW] at Goutham College is affiliated to Bangalore University and follows the BU prescribed postgraduate social work curriculum with field practicum components.
- Total fees for the two-year programme are ₹1,50,000 (₹75,000 per year), payable annually.
- Admission is merit-based on UG aggregate marks; any bachelor’s degree with 50% aggregate from a recognised university is eligible.
- Graduates are eligible for government welfare officer posts, NGO programme management roles, and PhD in Social Work.
Goutham College MSW Fees
MSW Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | ₹75,000 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 2) | ₹75,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | ₹1,50,000 |
- Total tuition fees for the two-year Master of Social Work [MSW] programme are ₹1,50,000 (₹75,000 per year), payable annually.
- Examination fees payable to Bangalore University are separate and not included in the above tuition figures.
- Hostel and mess charges, if availed, are billed separately.
Goutham College MSW Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Form Availability | June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | July 2026 |
| Merit List Display | July 2026 |
| Document Verification and Fee Payment | July to August 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| Merit-based (UG aggregate marks) | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
- Admission to Master of Social Work [MSW] is merit-based on the candidate’s UG aggregate marks from a recognised university; no separate entrance examination is required.
- Candidates with a B.S.W. (Bachelor of Social Work) degree are preferred; graduates in Sociology, Psychology, Home Science, or related disciplines are also eligible, subject to seat availability.
- Original mark sheets, degree certificate or provisional certificate, TC, conduct certificate, and community certificate (if applicable) are required at document verification.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- A minimum aggregate of 50% in the UG degree is required for general category candidates (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC per BU norms).
- Preference is given to candidates with B.S.W. or degrees in Sociology, Psychology, or related social sciences.
Admission Process
- Monitor Goutham College’s official website (gouthamcollege.org) and Bangalore University PG admissions notifications for the 2026-27 schedule.
- Obtain and fill the prescribed MSW application form from the college or download it from the official website.
- Submit the completed application with attested copies of UG mark sheets, degree certificate, TC, and conduct certificate by the deadline.
- Check the published merit list and report for document verification with original certificates on the notified date.
- Complete fee payment to confirm admission and receive the admission order.
Goutham College MSW Scholarships 2026
MSW Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| PM-USHA Scholarship (NSP) | Up to ₹82,000 per annum | Eligible students under central higher education scholarship scheme; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Government) | As per central government norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students; apply via National Scholarship Portal after admission |
| Karnataka State Government Scholarship | As per state norms | Karnataka domicile students from SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories; apply via state portal |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Variable | Minority community students with family income below prescribed limit; apply at NSP |
- Central government post-matric scholarships are available for eligible SC/ST/OBC and minority students; apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) after securing admission and maintaining the prescribed attendance and academic record.
- Karnataka state government scholarship schemes are available for domicile students from reserved categories; contact the respective state welfare department for eligibility and documentation requirements at the time of admission.
- Candidates should confirm current scholarship eligibility, application timelines, and required documentation with the college admissions office before the start of each academic session.
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