Admission to all programmes at Shardabai Pawar Arts, Commerce & Science College is carried out strictly in accordance with the rules and regulations of Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) and the Government of Maharashtra. The broad eligibility criteria for each level (Junior College, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, B.Voc and Ph.D.) are summarised below. Candidates are advised to also refer to the latest University circulars and the College Prospectus for detailed and updated information.
Eligibility after 12th or equivalent for B.A., B.Com., B.Sc., B.B.A.(CA), B.Sc.(CS), B.Voc. etc.
Eligibility after graduation for M.A., M.Com. and M.Sc. programmes.
Eligibility after PG as per SPPU regulations for Ph.D. in selected subjects.
The college offers a range of undergraduate degree programmes under the Faculties of Arts, Commerce, Science, Home Science, Computer Science, Business Administration and Vocational Education. The general eligibility is 12th (HSC) or equivalent in the relevant stream, with specific subject requirements for some programmes.
| Programme | Faculty | Duration | Basic Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. Bachelor of Arts | Arts | 3 Years | Passed HSC (12th) or equivalent examination in any stream from a recognised board, as per SPPU and Government norms. |
| B.Com. Bachelor of Commerce | Commerce | 3 Years | Passed HSC (12th) Commerce or equivalent; students from other streams may also be eligible as per University rules. |
| B.Sc. Bachelor of Science | Science | 3 Years | Passed HSC (12th) Science with required subject combinations (e.g. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology) as per SPPU norms. |
| B.Sc. (Home Science) | Science / Home Science | 3 Years | Passed HSC (12th) in Arts / Commerce / Science or equivalent from a recognised board, as per University guidelines. |
| B.Sc. (Computer Science) | Science / Computer Science | 3 Years | HSC (12th) Science with Mathematics OR three-year Diploma in Engineering after SSC (10th) recognised by Government / Technical Education Board, as per SPPU rules. |
| B.B.A. (Computer Applications) B.B.A.(C.A.) | Commerce / Management | 3 Years | HSC (12th) in any stream or three-year Diploma after SSC (10th) from a recognised board. For AICTE / NEP pattern, candidates must also satisfy the MAH BBA-CA/BCA CET requirement, if applicable, as per the latest notification. |
| B.Voc. (Quality Control in Industry) | Vocational / Science | 3 Years (Multiple exit options) | Passed HSC (12th) Science or equivalent examination from a recognised board, as per SPPU guidelines. |
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B.Voc. (Drama & Theatre) B.Voc. (Agri Business Management) B.Voc. (Dairy Technology) B.Voc. (Food Processing) B.Voc. (Health Care Management) |
Vocational | 3 Years (Multiple exit options) | Passed HSC (12th) or equivalent in relevant stream, with specific conditions (if any) as per SPPU / sector skill council norms and University circulars. |
Note: For change of faculty (e.g. Science to Commerce, Commerce to Arts etc.), additional conditions laid down by Savitribai Phule Pune University may apply.
Postgraduate admissions are based on successful completion of the relevant undergraduate degree, with subject-level requirements as prescribed by SPPU for each programme.
| Programme | Faculty | Duration | Basic Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Com. (Banking & Finance) | Commerce | 2 Years | B.Com. / B.B.A. / BMS or equivalent degree in Commerce / Management from a recognised university, as per SPPU norms. |
| M.A. (Psychology) | Arts | 2 Years | B.A. with Psychology as a subject OR any equivalent degree with Psychology background, as per University regulations. |
| M.Sc. (Microbiology) | Science | 2 Years | B.Sc. in Microbiology or in relevant Life Sciences with prescribed subjects as per SPPU eligibility conditions. |
| M.Sc. (Organic Chemistry) | Science | 2 Years | B.Sc. with Chemistry as a principal / major subject and with required credit pattern as defined by SPPU. |
| M.Sc. (Analytical Chemistry) | Science | 2 Years | B.Sc. Chemistry or equivalent degree with Chemistry background and eligibility as per SPPU rules. |
| M.Sc. (Botany) | Science | 2 Years | Graduation in life sciences |
| M.Sc. (Physics) | Science | 2 Years | B.Sc. with Physics as a principal / major subject and mathematics background, as per University norms. |
| M.Sc. (Mathematics) | Science | 2 Years | B.Sc. / B.A. with Mathematics as a principal / major subject and eligibility as per SPPU regulations. |
| M.Sc. (Computer Science) | Science / Computer Science | 2 Years | B.Sc. (Computer Science) / B.C.S. or equivalent degree in Computer Science / IT as per University eligibility rules. |
Note: For some PG programmes, entrance tests / merit-based selection may be conducted as per SPPU and Government of Maharashtra guidelines issued from time to time.
The college offers research programmes leading to the degree of Ph.D. in selected disciplines (such as Microbiology, Botany, Psychology and Commerce) under the Faculty of Science, Arts and Commerce.
Detailed Ph.D. eligibility, PET notifications and application process are published by Savitribai Phule Pune University. Candidates should refer to the latest official notifications before applying.
Important: In case of any discrepancy between the information given on this page and the rules prescribed by Savitribai Phule Pune University / Government of Maharashtra, the latter shall prevail. Applicants are advised to refer to the latest prospectus and official notifications.