B.A. Program (Economics + OMSP) 

at Shyam Lal College, Shahdara

Shyam Lal College BA curriculum is divided into semester-pattern. Hence, the curriculum includes subjects semester-wise. During the course of the BA Hons programme, students are required to study following courses:

• Core Courses
• Ability Enhancement Compulsory Courses
• Skill Enhancement Courses
• Generic Elective Courses
• Discipline Specific Elective Courses

The college comparison between Shyam Lal College and Shivaji College is based on the tuition fees charged and seat intake. Given below is the comparison between both colleges for the BA programme:

College Name	Tuition Fees	Seat Intake
BA at Shyam Lal College	INR 540	817
BA at Shivaji College	INR 56,500 - INR 1.1 Lakh	893

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

The fees structure changes depending on the course and the category you study in. For B.A. Prog and B.A. (Hons), the annual fees is:- General- Rs. 20,000/- Late fees will be applicable depending on when you gave your fees and completing your dues from the college is necessary as without that you wouldn't be able to give thr exams. Examination fees though is different which is charged each semester by the authorities of DU.

Shyam Lal College offers distinctive awards/ scholarships to meritorious students who display exemplary brilliance in academics. The students can avail National scholarships, State Government scholarships, Institutional scholarships and, various other scholarships. Given below is the list of some of the Shyam Lal College BA scholarships:

Scholarship Name	Amount	Eligibility Criteria
Dr. OP Singh Merit Scholarships	INR 250 each	Toppers of History/ Ist, IInd and, IIIrd year
KanchanNagpal Memorial Trophies & Scholarships	INR 250 each and 2 Trophies	Toppers of BA (P) and BA English/ Ist Year

Students pursuing BA and BA (Hons) programmes at Shyam Lal College DU can also receive the following financial assistance from Government and other agencies as mentioned below:

• Merit Scholarships for SC/ ST/ OBC/ minority students
• Post-Matric Scholarships for the welfare of SC/ OBC students
• Post-Matric Scholarships for the welfare of SC/ ST/ OBC/ minority students
• Special Scholarship Scheme for Jammu and Kashmir students
• Scholarship from the World Brotherhood Organisation
• Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University students

The fee concession committee meets early in the academic session to discuss and make sure that all students under the SC/ ST/ OBC category, meritorious and deserving students who belong to economically weaker sections are provided with the best of all support services. The Committee decides to offer financial aid and book concessions to needy students.

Candidates must have at least 40% and 45% marks in their aggregate to get admission to BA and BA (Hons.) at Shyam Lal College. 

Candidates interested in getting into a DU-affiliated college, i.e., Shyam Lal College are need to follow the CUET exam and DU CSAS registration process. To know more on the eligibility and selection criteria students can check the table presented below:

Courses	Eligibility & Selection Criteria
BA	Eligibility: Class 12th from a recognised board  Selection Criteria:  MA
UG Diploma	Eligibility: Class 12th from a recognised board  Selection Criteria: CUET
BSc	Eligibility: Class 12th from a recognised board  Selection Criteria: CUET
MA	Eligibility: Graduation from a recognised university  Selection Criteria: CUET-PG

{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Based on the reviews from students and alumni, here's a summary:

Pros:

* Good faculty members with a high level of qualification and knowledge
* Relevant course curriculum making students industry-ready
* Opportunities for internships and placements, although not guaranteed
* Good infrastructure, including Wi-Fi-enabled areas, laboratories, and sports facilities
* Access to resources, such as libraries and canteen
* A relatively affordable fee structure

Cons:

* Limited placements, especially in certain courses, and often with lower packages
* No guarantee of placement or internship opportunities
* Infrastructure issues, such as Wi-Fi shortages and outdated laboratory equipment
* Some teachers may prioritize grades over education
* Limited availability of hostel facilities

Conclusion:
While Shyam Lal College offers a solid academic foundation, its limitations in terms of placements and infrastructure may deter some students. However, those willing to put in effort and seek out additional opportunities outside of college might still benefit from their undergraduate education. Ultimately, whether the investment is worthwhile depends on individual goals and expectations.

Shyam Lal College admission for UG programmes is subject to the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) exam conducted by NTA.

The CUET UG 2024 online application form is made available by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on its official website cuetug.ntaonline.in. The form was released on February 27, 2024. The deadline for CUET UG 2024 registration is March 26, 2024, at 11:50 p.m. CUET 2024 is available for online application.

No, Shyam Lal 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. Shyam Lal 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.

In the Indian educational system, Shyam Lal college is typically regarded as a Tier 2 university. Prestigious universities like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), and other highly regarded establishments renowned for their academic brilliance and research output are commonly referred to as Tier 1 institutions.A wider variety of universities and colleges are included in Tier 2, which may provide high-quality education but may lack the resources and renown of Tier 1 school.