BSc: Fees 2026, Admission, Top Colleges, Distance Learning, Online

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BSc full form is Bachelor of Sciences. It is a UG level course. BSc courses are offered in many formats such as full-time, part-time, distance/correspondence or certifications. Students can check out this page to know more about the types of BSc courses.
Types of BSc Courses
The types of BSc courses can be divided into the following types:
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Full-time classroom mode
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Part-time classroom mode
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Distance learning/Corresponding mode
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Degree courses
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Certificate courses
The difference between the above-mentioned BSc course types lies in the method of course delivery, course duration and fees.
Popular BSc Courses
Some of the popular BSc courses in terms of subjects and specialisations are given below:
Specialised BSc Courses
Here, we have listed the specialised or niche BSc courses.
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BSc Instrumentation
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BSc Polymer Science
Note: The above list is comprehensive and not exhaustive
BSc Degree Courses
BSc degree courses are offered in full-time classroom mode for a duration of three to four years, depending on the subject or branch. The details of the BSc degree courses are given in the table below.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Duration |
Three to Four years |
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Eligibility |
Pass in Class 12 Board exam in Science stream with minimum 50% aggregate |
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Admission process |
Merit or entrance-based |
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Fees |
INR 20,000 to INR 2 lakh |
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Pedagogy |
Theory and practical-based course divided into semesters |
Top entrance exams for BSc Degree Courses
The top BSc degree entrance exams are as follows:
BSc Distance/Correspondence Courses
Opting for BSc course in a distance or correspondence mode is a common choice among students who cannot pursue a full-time BSc course. Take a look at the course details here.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Duration |
Three years |
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Eligibility |
Pass in Class 12 Board exam in Science stream |
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Admission process |
Merit-based |
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Fees |
INR 20,000 to INR 40,000 |
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Pedagogy |
Theory and practical-based course divided into semesters |
The BSc course in distance mode is offered for minimum three years duration. Before selecting a college to study BSc course in distance mode, students should check whether the institute is approved by the Distance Education Board (DEB) India. Some of the top universities offering BSc courses in distance/correspondence mode are as follows:
Part Time BSc Courses
As the name suggests, part-time BSc courses are offered to enable students study while pursuing an occupation or another full-time course. The duration of part-time BSc courses range from three to four years. The highlights of the part-time BSc courses are as follows:
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Particulars |
Details |
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Duration |
Three to Four years |
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Eligibility |
Pass in Class 12 Board exam in Science stream |
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Admission process |
Merit-based |
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Fees |
INR 20,000 to INR 40,000 |
Generally, students do not study part-time BSc courses for core subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, etc. but for elective or specialised subjects such as:
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Hotel Management
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Digital Film Making
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Media Graphics and Animation
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Information Technology
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Computer Sciences
Online BSc Courses
The pedagogy of online BSc courses is that it is offered over a digital platform wherein students need not attend a classroom to pursue the programme. Online courses are more flexible in terms of duration and mode of teaching that enables students to complete the BSc course as per their convenience. The details of the online BSc courses are given in the table below.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Duration |
Three to Four years |
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Eligibility |
Pass in Class 12 Board exam in Science stream |
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Admission process |
Merit-based |
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Fees |
INR 12,000 to INR 1 lakh |
Some of the subjects that can be opted for the online BSc courses are as follows:
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Business Analytics
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Data Science
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Information Technology
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Cyber Security
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Maritime Operations
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Fire Science
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Economics
Certificate BSc Courses
Certificate courses refer to short-term courses on specialised subjects to enhance knowledge of a student. The duration of BSc Certificate courses range from six months to 1.5 years. The details of the certificate courses are as follows.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Duration |
Six Months to 16 Months |
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Eligibility |
Pass in Class 10 Board exam |
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Admission process |
Merit-based |
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Fees |
INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 |
Some of the popular BSc Certificate course subjects are as follows:
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Certificate in Water Harvesting and Management
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Certificate in Food and Nutrition
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Certificate in Sericulture
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Certificate in Laboratory Techniques
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Certificate in Environmental Studies
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Certificate in Forensic Science
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Certificate in Geoinformatics
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Certificate in Clinical Psychology
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Most Popular Courses
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News & Updates
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The tuition fee for B.Sc. in Hotel Management and Hospitality at JNU-Dubai is AED 20,000 [INR 5.21 L]. Apart from it, a non-refundable application fee of AED 1,575 [INR 41 k] and registration fee of AED 1500 [INR 40 k] are also mandatory.
JNU-RAK also charges a refundable caution deposit of AED 3,000
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A BSc in Clinical Research is a 3 year UG degree which trains students to manage and execute many kinds of clinical trials. Candidates need to pass class 12th with at least 50% marks in PCB subjects for eligibility.
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Yes, St. Xavier's College, Kolkata (Park Street Campus) offers a 3-year exit option for its undergraduate programs, including the 4-year B.Sc. (Hons.) in Mass Communication & Videography, following the implementation of NEP-2020 guidelines.
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Contributor-Level 8
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Based on the aggregate Index Marks % + 2 x Admission Test % out of 300 score, the cutoff has been released for BSc in Mass Communication and Video Production. As per St. Xavier's College Kolkata, the second merit list 2026, the board-wise cutoff percentages are given below:
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| ISC | 218.5 |
| CBSE | 210 |
| WBHS | 203 |
| Other Boards | 210 |
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Contributor-Level 10
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Yes, Thapar University offers a few B.Sc. specializations, but if your interest is Fashion Design, I'd honestly suggest having a look at LPU too. The programme gives students exposure through fashion shows, live industry projects, internships, and portfolio development, with placement opportunities
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Contributor-Level 6
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Both Chandigarh University and Chitkara University are top choices for a B.Sc. in Hotel Management.
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IIT JAM regulations generally allows provisional admission for final-year students, but you must submit proof of passing your qualifying degree by a strict deadline which is typically September 30 of the admi
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Answered 6 days ago
There are no multiple exams accepted for BSc in Central University of Haryana. There is only one entrance exam which is CUET UG accepted for BSc admission in CUH. CUET UG is the main exam accepted for BSc admission.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 6 days ago
No candidate can get direct admission in BSc of Central University of Haryana. Not even in BSc, but in any course. Admission is BSc at CUH is done on the basis of entrance exam score. To be eligible to take admission in any course, there is a basic eligibility criteria which every candidate must ful
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Contributor-Level 9
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To get admission in Central University of Haryana BSc, candidate must clear Class 12 with minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Admissions in CUH is done on the basis of CUET UG score.
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Contributor-Level 9
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No, Hindu College (University of Delhi) does not offer a BSc in distance learning mode. Hindu College offers full-time, on-campus undergraduate Science programs like BSc (Hons) and BSc (Physical Science). Hindu College has the School of Open Learning (SOL), a constituent centre of the University of
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 6 days ago
Hindu College admission to BSc is through CUET UG scores. So application fee for Hindu College BSc programmes refers to CUET UG application fee. This is INR 1000/- for Gen-UR, INR 900 for Gen-EWS and OBC, INR 800 for SC/ST/PwBD, and INR 4500 for centres outside India.
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Contributor-Level 7
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Hindu College is acclaimed for its education in Sciences. It consistently ranks among the top colleges in NIRF and India Today rankings. India Today 2026 rankings for BSc placed Hindu College at #1 for BSc Physics, BSc Zoology, and BSc Chemistry, and #2 for BSc Botany. The university also has an e
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Contributor-Level 7
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The Hindu College BSc cutoffs are determined by CUET UG scores. Getting above the minimum cutoff score guarantees admission. The last round score in CUET UG 2026 for BSc Physics was 562.77. This is for admission to Hindu College BSc in Physics for the General-All India category.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
OP Jindal Global University offers scholarships to BSc Hons. students. The scholarships are offered on the Merit cum Means basis which cover the tuition fee only. Given is the OP Jindal Global University BSc (Hons) scholarships:
- Graduate Research Immersion Programme (GRIP) Scholarship
- French Embassy's
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Contributor-Level 10
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Contributor-Level 10
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Contributor-Level 10
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No, CUET is not required to get admission in BSc at Dayananda Sagar University. Admission is offered on merit basis. However, caniddates with valid scores of CUET, KCET or DSAT are taken into consideration for admission.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, S. Jain Subodh College of Global Excellence gives scholarships to its students including the BSc students.
Below mention S. Jain Subodh College of Global Excellence scholarship schemes are available for the benefit of students through various funding agencies:
- Student scoring 90% or above marks
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Candidates must pass Class 12 with at least 48% aggregate (at least 60% aggregate in Class 12 for students belonging to state other than Rajasthan) in any discipline to apply for BSc courses at S.S. Jain Subodh Girls College.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered a week ago
The total tuition fees for BSc is INR 48,900 at S.S. Jain Subodh Girls College. Candidates selected based on their merit have to confirm their seat by paying the BSc fees.
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Guide-Level 15
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Yes, aspirants can get admission in BSc at S.S. Jain Subodh Girls College without any entrance exam scores. Candidates are selected based on their scores in the qualifying exam for BSc.
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Guide-Level 15
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S.S. Jain Subodh Girls College has a total of 60 seats in BSc. The seats are limited and aspirants do have to meet eligibility for admission. The selection is based on qualifying exam scores of the candidates.
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Guide-Level 15
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S.S. Jain Subodh Girls College offers seats in BSc based on their qualifying exam scores. Students have to meet the eligiblity requirements for admission. Selected candidates have to pay the BSc fees to confirm their seat.
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