B.Sc. (Hons.) in Geology 

at Ram Lal Anand College, University of Delhi, Benito Juarez Marg

No, Ram Lal Anand College admission to all the courses, i.e., undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, is entrance-based. While this DU-affiliated college accepts CUET UG exam for admission to its undergraduate courses, such as , admission to all the postgraduate courses is subject to the CUET- PG exam starting admission 2023. Ram Lal Anand College along with DU started accepting CUET UG starting 2022 and the CUET PG from 2023 session onward. Before this, admission to undergraduate was based on merit in Class 12 and PG admission was mostly subject to DUET exam previously conducted by DU.

{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Here's a summary of the key points:

Pros:

* Faculty members are well-qualified, helpful, and knowledgeable.
* Course curriculum is relevant and helps students develop a solid foundation in the subject.
* Library is well-maintained, air-conditioned, and has a good collection of books.
* Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus.
* Canteen serves tasty, affordable, and healthy food.
* College has a beautiful campus with a large playground and sports facilities.
* Regular events and festivals are organized, providing opportunities to engage with fellow students.

Cons:

* Placement record is average, with limited job opportunities.
* Salary packages offered by companies are generally lower (around INR3-INR5 Lacs per annum).
* Limited internship opportunities are available.
* No hostel facility is provided, making it challenging for out-of-town students to find accommodation.
* Infrastructure is showing signs of wear and tear, with outdated computer labs and internet speeds.
* Fees are relatively high compared to other colleges in DU.

Conclusion: While Ram Lal Anand College has its strengths, including a good faculty and relevant course curriculum, it falls short in terms of placement records and infrastructure. However, for students who prioritize academic growth and personal development, it may still be a viable option. Ultimately, whether it's "worth" pursuing B.Sc. at Ram Lal Anand College depends on individual priorities and expectations.

Some of the top recruiters that have visited the Ram Lal Anand College, University of Delhi campus for placements include Indusnet Techshu, Edvizo, Sbr & Company (Charted Accountant), Golden Tulip, Aman Associates, Fortis Jindal Hospital Jindal Steels And Power Limited, Mk Saraswat & Associates, Deloitte And Touche Assurancr Enterprise Risk And Services India Pvt Ltd, Dimple Advisory Pvt Ltd, Rubix108 Technologies Pvt Ltd.

At Ram Lal Anand College, more than 70% of seats are reserved for various reserved category students. A breakup for the same is mentioned in the below table:

The fees range for courses offerred by the Ram Lal Anand College, University of Delhi is around INR 31620 - INR 209880.

The following table provides the admission criteria for all the popular Ram Lal Anand College courses along with their total tuition fee. This fee, however, is collated from various sources on the internet. Hence, is indicative.

Courses	Total tuition Fees
B.Sc.	INR 52,800 - INR 2.04 lakh
B.A.	INR 38,100 - INR 98,700
BBM/BMS	INR 85,890
B.Com	INR 49,800
MA	INR 28,080

In 2022, Ram Lal Anand College (like all DU affiliated colleges) adopted CUET UG exam for admission to its undergraduate courses. Ram Lal Anand College admission 2023 for UG courses (as per DU) will be through Common Seat Allocation System of the University of Delhi. But, at first, it is necessary that aspirants opt for DU during CUET form filling and later apply on the CSAS portal to be eligible for admission. The admission process after CUET result declaration is explained below:

Step 1: After the declaration of the CUET UG exam, register on the DU CSAS portal in multiple phases.

Step 2: Submit Ram Lal Anand College + Course combination preferences in the order of priority on the CSAS dashboard. Here student must select their preferred course and college as the option. 

Step 3: The University has released the dates for three DU CSAS Seat Allocation Lists which will be out on August 1, August 10 and August 22, 2023, respectively for all categories. 

Step 4: Once the candidate "Accept" the provisionally allocated seat, the Ram Lal Anand College will verify the eligibility and documents uploaded by the candidate online. The college has an option to 'Accept' or 'Reject' the admission of the student basis the verification. 

Step 5: Once Ram Lal Anand College accords the approval, candidates will have to pay the 'Admission Fee' to confirm their seat. 

Candidates can check the step-by-step process for Ram Lal Anand College DU UG and PG CSAS registration mentioned below:

Step 1: Visit the official CSAS portal of DU (UG or PG depending on the course level a student is seeking to get into) and register as a new user. 

Step 2: Fill out the preference of Ram Lal Anand College and course combinations. This portal will be used until the admission process of the candidate is not completed. 

Step 3: There is a one-time CSAS UG and CUET PG-2023 application fee that students are required to pay to get into any DU affiliated college, such as Ram Lal Anand College. This fee is non-refundable.

The applications for Ram Lal Anand College that run simultaneously with DU registrations for undergraduate courses via CUET 2023 (for UG programmes) began on Feb 10, 2023, and were open till Mar 30. Additionally, for admission to postgraduate courses, CUET-PG registrations for the 2023 session started on Mar 20 and were open till May 5. Interested students were able to apply online on the official website of CUET UG and CUET PG. 

The CUET UG exam was scheduled to take place between held from May 21 to Jun 8, 2023, and the results were announced in June. Delhi University (affiliated university for Ram Lal Anand College has also released the dates for the first, second and third DU CSAS Seat Allocation Lists which is Aug 1, Aug 10 and Aug 22, 2023,  respectively. 

{Source: BBM/BMS students & alumni}

Effectiveness of Placement Cell for BBM/BMS Programs at Ram Lal Anand College

The placement cell at Ram Lal Anand College has been actively working towards providing better placement and internship opportunities for students. Here are some key findings:

* Placement Opportunities: Many students from the BMS programme have secured placements, with some receiving internships almost immediately after applying.
* Internship Offers: The college receives numerous internship opportunities daily or within 2-3 days, mostly through WhatsApp messages.
* Recruiting Companies: Well-known companies such as Agile Capital, Aim India, and others visit the campus for recruitment purposes.
* Average Salary Package: The average salary package offered to students ranges from INR4 to INR5 Lacs per annum.
* the highest Package: The highest package offered was INR4 LPA.
* Management Roles: Students from the BMS programme even received management roles during their internships.
* Active Placement Cells: The placement cells are highly active, ensuring maximum student placement.

Overall, the placement cell appears to be effective in securing job opportunities for students from the BBM/BMS programs at Ram Lal Anand College.