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Elphinstone College Admission Process 2025

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Q:   Can students join Elphinstone, Mumbai directly without any entrance exam?
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The Elphinstone College admission process is based on the merit in the qualifying examination depending on the course. On selection, the candidate shall confirm the seat by paying the registration fee as per Elphinstone College's fee structure.

The basic eligibility criteria for the courses is a 10 + 2. All admissions are based on merit in the qualifying examination.

Elphinstone College is a constituent college of Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, a state cluster university. It is one of the oldest colleges in Mumbai. It is an outstanding educational institution that existed long before the University of Mumbai, to which it was later affiliated

Q:   Can I get admission in Elphinstone College?
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Yes, you can definitely get admisison in Elphinstone College if you are qualified for the programme you wan to apply for. Admission at the college is entirely merit-based so candidates must make sure to qualify the last exam. Candidates might have to attent interview rounds for admission to few PG programme. Qualifying the eligibility ceiteria is mandate for admission. Find belwo the table for more info:

CoursesEligibility Criteria
BSc
Twelve years of school education with 45% aaggregate
MSc
Bachelor's Degree with 50-60 % aggregate
BA
Twelve years of school education with 40%
MA
Bachelor's Degree in English 
BCom
Twelve years of school education 40% 
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Twelve years of school education
Q:   Does Elphinstone, Mumbai accept Maharashtra HSC score?
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Yes it accepts Maharashtra HSC score.

Candidate passed 12th/equivalent conducted by the Maharashtra State Board for Secondary and Higher Secondary Education, Mumbai Divisional Board or from another equivalent Board of Secondary Education or any other statutory examining body, is eligible to apply.

All admissions are based on merit in the qualifying examination. 10 + 2 with 40% marks. Candidates who have passed 10 + 2 from any recognised board can apply.

Elphinstone College is a constituent college of Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, a state cluster university. It is one of the oldest colleges in Mumbai. It is an outstanding educational institution that existed long before the University of Mumbai, to which it was later affiliated.

The Elphinstone College admission process is based on the merit in the qualifying examination depending on the course. 

So you can apply 

 

Elphinstone College BSc Admissions 2025

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  • 10+2 with 45% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Maharashtra HSC
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Q:   What is the eligibility for BSC it in Elphinstone College?
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Elphinstone College offers BSc under two specialisations. The eligibility criteria for the BSc specialisation:

  • Pass class 12 examination of the Maharashtra Board of Higher Secondary Education or its equivalent with Mathematics as one of the subjects and should have secured not less than 45% marks in aggregate for Open Category students and 40% marks in aggregate in case of Reserved category students
  •  A student who has passed Diploma in Computer Engineering /Computer Science/Computer Technology/ Information Technology/Electrical, Electronics & Video Engineering and allied branches/Mechanical and allied branches, civil and allied branches of Engineering after class 12 is eligible for direct admission to the Second Year of the B.\Sc (I.T.) degree course. However, the Diploma should be recognised by the Board of Technical Education or any other recognised Government Body. Minimum marks required are 45% aggregate for Open Category student and 40% aggregate for student belonging to reserved category.
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Elphinstone College Application Process 2025

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Q:   Is there any way of applying offline for the Elphinstone, Mumbai application form?
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Apply offline by directly going to college. Its easy to get admission in Elphinstone college. Elphinstone College is well recognised for offering the professional degree courses at the undergraduate level under the affiliation of Mumbai University. The popular courses offered by the Elphinstone College includes BA, B.Sc, and BCom. BA and B.Sc. are offered with three majors in different subject combinations with over 100 seats while BCom is offered with over 50 seats. 

The admission to all the UG level programs of Elphinstone College is given on the basis of merits obtained by the applying candidates in their 10+2 or equivalent qualifying examination.

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Q:   How much does M Sc. at Elphinstone, Mumbai cost?
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It's approximately 1.3 L for 3 years. Fee structure for all courses is subject to revision as per the circulars received from the H.S.C Board/ Mumbai University from time to time. The students will have to pay the difference when the relevant circular is issued.

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Q:   Is there any entrance exam for BSc admissions at Elphinstone College?
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For admissions into Elphinstone College, candidates are not required to qualify for any exam. All a candidate needs to do to take admission in BSc at Elphinstone College is to apply for admission on the official portal of Homi Bhabha State University.

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Elphinstone College Scholarships 2025

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Q:   Does Elphinstone, Mumbai offers Scholarships?
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Yes, Elphinstone, Mumbai offers Scholarships for its student. 

  • The DadibaM.Sethna Endowment Scholarships: The trustees of the Dadiba M.Sethna Endowment Fund founded in 1979 have donated 12 merit scholarships, each or INR 30 . six for the F.Y.J.C. and 6 for the S.Y.J.C. classes (4 for the Science and 2 for the Arts section in each class.) Scholarships awarded in the F.Y.J.C. class on the basis of the percentage of marks in the aggregate obtained at the S.S.C. or any other qualifying examinations for admission to the F.Y.J.C. class, will be tenable for one year. The Scholarships in the S.Y.J.C. class will be awarded for one year to thestudents of the College according to the percentage of marks obtained in the F.Y.J.C. Annual the College according to the percentage of marks obtained in the F.Y.J.C. Annual Examination, if the students continue their studies in the college for the college for the S.Y.J.C. Class.
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Q:   What is the duration of BA courses at Elphinstone College?
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Each BA course specialisation offered by Elphinstone College has a duration of three years or six semesters. During this period, students are given access to all sorts of learning materials to enhance their writing, communication, and other civil service skills.

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Q:   When do the college classes for BSc courses at Elphinstone College start?
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The college classes for BSc courses at Elphinstone College are set to start on 16 June 2025. Candidates who have been shortlisted in the merit lists during the admission process must be present in college on the mentioned date.

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Elphinstone College
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.1/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements2.3
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure3.2
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course3.7
Crowd Review IconCampus Life3
Money Review IconValue for Money3.4
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M.Sc. in Bioinformatics - Batch of 2025
1.2
1Placements1Infrastructure2Faculty1Crowd & Campus Life1Value for Money
M.Sc. bioinformatics in this particular college is a waste of your time and money.
Placements: The college doesn't provide any sort of placements for the bioinformatics batch. The course itself started in the year 2022 and they don't have any laptops or software needed to teach bioinformatics. The department doesn't have any proper classroom facility, so the students have to constantly adjust and find any vacant classrooms for their classes. There are no companies recruiting anyone for this course. None of the students from this course got any internship from the college. If you want to do an internship, you have to join a workshop or training program from outside, as the college itself doesn't provide you with any.
Infrastructure: The classrooms are not equipped with computers, neither with a proper internet connection though computer classes are mentioned in the fee receipt. The classrooms are neither well-maintained nor cleaned properly. There is no canteen present in this college.
Faculty: The faculty has poor teaching skills and is not well-knowledgeable on the given subject. The teaching quality is average at best and the curriculum formed for this particular course is very poorly developed. The department doesn't have a proper HOD, so there is literally no one to listen to your complaints about the poor management or study style. Studying this course will not give the students any scope in the bioinformatics industry.
Other: Just join any other college for your studies.
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Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Batch of 2023
2.4
1Placements2Infrastructure3Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Not at all worthy to take admission from the career point of view.
Placements: There is nothing such as a placement cell in the college. There are no placement opportunities at the college. I completed 3 years at the college, and I have seen a number of students in 3 batches, and not a single time have I heard that any of the students got placed in any kind of firm.
Infrastructure: The college was built at the time of British rule, and since then, it looks like the college has not been renovated at all. The college is more like an old museum than a college. There are 3 floors, and the floors are so huge that you need a lift to go from one floor to another, and the fact is that the college lift is not working.
Faculty: The faculty is quite nice. Each and every faculty member is so supportive. Each of the professors is a well-educated and well-living person. The only thing is that they do not take responsibility if you want to study, and if you want to learn from them, you have to approach them.
Other: The annual celebration is so nice. Everyone has a great time in the large hall.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2023Read More
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Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Batch of 2022
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Need modern teachers and the head of the department of commerce.
Placements: Elphinstone College is under Dr. Homi Baba University. Above 50% of students got placed in the Bachelors of commerce course. We get optional courses only in the second and the third years. The placements are not guaranteed by the same companies every year as new companies come here for requirements every year. If colleges treat students well, they will refer other new upcoming students to enroll in this college.
Infrastructure: Free Wi-Fi is available for students, but it is only usable for half an hour. The college has a gymkhana, IT lab, Physics lab, Chemistry lab, and Biology lab. The college also has a few sports facilities like cricket, kabaddi, and rugby. A medical facility was available, and the canteen was not good and not clean.
Faculty: Teachers were good and always one step ahead to help their students. Some teachers were not interested in communicating with students, but some were good. The course curriculum is relevant for future students, and it makes students industry-ready, and the exams are difficult, and about 60%of students clear all subjects.
Other: The staircase is big, and elevators are only allowed for college management, not for students. The classroom is old, and the electric fans are not working properly. The college basement is good.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2022Read More
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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Batch of 2024
3.6
1Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
The college has excellent faculty members but absolutely disappointed with the poor management.
Placements: The placement percentage of students in B.A. is very low. Rarely does any top company visits the campus for placement purposes. Students who are seeking good placement should not come to Elphinstone. The college has a tie-up with internshala. So, students are asked to register there for good internship opportunities.
Infrastructure: Elphinstone, being a heritage college, has a good infrastructure facility. But the classrooms are non-air-conditioned. The library is filled with an abundance of books and has a nice sitting space. Quality of the girls' mess food is above average and the canteen food is acceptable as well.
Faculty: Faculty members are good and teachers are quite helpful in our college. Students are given exposure and opportunities in the scholastic area. Teachers focus more on practical knowledge compared to theoretical. Semester exams are of average level and the pass percentage of students are approximately 96%.
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Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Batch of 2022
3.4
3Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
The staff are not helpful, but the college is pretty good.
Placements: Elphinstone College is under Dr. Homi Baba University. Above 50% of students get placed in the bachelor's of commerce course. We get optional courses only in the second and third years. The placements are not guaranteed by the same companies every year, as new companies come here for recruitment every year.
Infrastructure: Free Wi-Fi is available for students, but it's only usable for half hour. The college has a gymkhana, IT lab, physics lab, chemistry lab and biology lab. The college also has a canteen for students and staff. The college has a few sports facilities like cricket, kabaddi and rugby.
Faculty: The teachers are very helpful and quite knowledgeable. They are pretty young teachers, so they treat students very well. The course is pretty good, and it's quite relevant for future of students. It makes students industry-ready. Exams are quite difficult. Around 60% of students clear all subjects.
Other: B.Com is not a difficult course, and it's basic for commerce. It's not an expensive course. There should be more options for subjects. There are 3 main events in our college. Zeal is a sports event, and all the colleges are invited here to participate in sports like box cricket, ring football, chess, carrom and table tennis during Zeal. There are quite good scholarships for every course.
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Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Batch of 2019
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I am not satisfied with college placements.
Placements: Placements were not good for all students. Companies like TCS, Infosys, Persistent, Rsl issues job to only 20-30 students. Some companies reject students all the time. If students were looking only for bachelor degree, I would not recommend students to take admission in this college.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of this college was good. The campus was small, but the canteen and the maintenance were on the next level experience, because of britishers' design and style.
Faculty: Teachers were qualified and talented because this was a government college. They had to pass out exams. However, the faculty members were not good. This college doesn't make the students industry-ready. Semester exams were not tough, and they were easy. The pass percentage was 70%.
Other: I wish that to expand the campus and its exam faculty members. B.Com is not a difficult course so I am thinking to do M.Com.
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Elphinstone College FAQs 2025

Q:   How is life at Elphinstone, Mumbai?
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Elphinstone College is a constituent college of Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, a state cluster university. It is one of the oldest colleges in Mumbai. It is an outstanding educational institution that existed long before the University of Mumbai, to which it was later affiliated.

It is known for its best  infrastructure and experienced Professors

Elphinstone College has not released the 2023 placement statistics as of now. It will be updated here as and when released by the institute. However, some of the top recruiters who participated during recent years placement process are available on the official website. Popular recruiters participated during Elphinstone College placement include Wipro, Infosys, TCS, Akademia, etc.Placements: Elphinstone College is under Dr. Homi Baba University. Above 50% of students get placed in the bachelor's of commerce course.

Q:   Can students get selected at Elphinstone, Mumbai with 70-80 percentage in class 12th?
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80% is a good score. In case you plan to get into a regular good college, the cut offs these days are higher. With 80% you might not get the course or college that you wish. Its high time, you start thinking about what education / career you get into.

Generally, most universities or colleges require students to have a minimum of 50-60% in their Class 12 exams to be eligible for undergraduate programs. However, some universities or colleges may have different percentage requirements for different courses.

But for EM it is very difficult to get into the college but try to get form any quota

Q:   Is the Elphinstone, Mumbai a good college?
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Elphinstone College is a premier Institute in Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1835. Elphinstone, Mumbai is affiliated with the University of Mumbai. The institute offers Degree and Certificate courses including Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses in Full Time mode. Most importantly, these courses with 675 seats are imparted at affordable fees, which increase accessibility and allow students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in their chosen field. Also, Elphinstone College has popular recruiters who participated during Elphinstone College placement including Wipro, Infosys, TCS, Akademia, etc.

Q:   What is the fee structure of Elphinstone College, Mumbai?
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Elphinstone College, Mumbai fee structure includes various fee components such as tuition fees, hostel fees, library deposits, training and placement fees, etc. Tabulated below are the Elphinstone College course fees for the academic year 2025:

CoursesTuition FeesSeat Intake
BSc
INR 2,400 - INR 54,000
215
MSc
INR 1.3 lakh
60
BA
INR 2,400
120
MA
INR 28,000
20
BCom
INR 2,4000
240
Certificate
INR 3,500
20

*This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

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Answered 3 months ago

There is no entrance exam that candidates need to clear to get admissions into BCom courses at Elphinstone College. The admission process is merit based and takes into account the score earned by a candidate in their Class 12 board examniations.

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Answered 3 months ago

Candidates can visit the admission portal of the Homi Bhabha State University and register themselves to apply for the BCom course at Elphinstone College. Candidates can also find the link for the admission portal for BCom courses on the official website of Elphinstone College.

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Saurabh Khanduri

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Answered 3 months ago

Candidates who wish to apply for admission into the BCom courses at Elphinstone College will require both hard and soft copies of all necessary documents. These documents include:

·       Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates

·       Migration /Transfer Certificate

·       Passport-size co

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Saurabh Khanduri

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Answered 3 months ago

There are no entrance exams that a candidate needs to clear to become eligible for BA at Elphinstone College. All a candidate needs to do to take admissions in BA at Elphinstone College is to apply for admissions on the official portal of Homi Bhabha State University.

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Saurabh Khanduri

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Answered 3 months ago

The admission process for BA courses at Elphinstone College happened during the month of May. The exact dates for admissions for BA courses at Elphinstone College in 2026 will be announced later. Generally, the admission process for BA courses at Elphinstone College starts in the month of April or M

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