MGKVP Varanasi: Courses, Fees, Reviews, Admission 2024, Placement, Ranking, Scholarships

MGKVP facilitates the provision of various state-government scholarships for students enrolled under various courses that it offers. These scholarships are provided by the Government of Uttar Pradesh through its online scholarship portal. BA students of MGKVP are also eligible to apply for these scholarships. A list of the available scholarships is as follows:

• Scholarship for College and University Students
• National Means cum Merit Scholarship
• Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students
• Top Class Education Scheme for SC
• Upgradation of Merit of SC Students
• Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students
• National Scheme for Incentive for the Girl Child for Secondary Education

MGKVP offered MBA course at the PG level based on CUET PG scores. The university has discontinued MBA course after 2023 admissions. As per MGKVP cut off 2023, the closing scores for Discontinued (Mar 2023) Master of Business Administration (MBA) for all categories is mentioned as follows

• 161 for the General category
• 112 for OBC category
• 52 for SC category
• 131 for EWS category

All the aforementioned scores are for the All India Quota seats. 

As of now, MGKVP has not released the exact admission dates for the upcoming admission year. The application window for MGKVP admissions typically opens in May/June every year. The exact admission dates vary from year to year. In 2024, the university started accepting applications for BSC admission on May 30, 2024. In 2023, the application window opened on June 3, 2024. The last date to submit the application form for the BSc entrance exam in 2024 and 2023 was June 30. The application process is conducted online on the university's official website.

Yes, Bachelor of Science (BSc) is available at Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith (MGKVP). It is an undegraduate degree programme offered in the full-time mode. The programme is offered in multiple specialisations at the univerity or through its affiliated colleges. MGKVP specialisations include Biology, Mathematics, Computer Science, etc. The duration of most BSc specialisations is three years, except for a BSc in Agriculture which is a four-year programme. It follows a semster pattern and the curriculum is designed in accordance with the NEP 2020.

BSc application process at MGKVP Varanasi can be completed online on the university's official website. Aspirants can follow the following steps to complete the online application process:

Step 1: Visit the official admission portal of the university.

Step 2: Click on 'Apply Now' and signup/log in using the valid credentials.

Step 3: Fill out the application form with required personal and academic details.

Step 4: Upload the required documents, including the qualifying exam marksheet and a passport-size photograph.

Step 5: Pay the application fee online via Debit/Credit card or net banking.

MGKVP conducts a university-level entrance exam to shortlist candidates for BSc admission. The university has specified a unique syllabus for various specialisations. The following table presents the syllabus of the entrance exam for some BSc specilaisations:

Course	Syllabus for Entrance Exam*
BSc in Mathematics	Intermediate level of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
BSc in Biology	Intermediate level of Physics, Chemistry and Biology
BSc in Textile and Handloom	Intermediate level of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Zoology, Botany, English, and General Knowledge

*Information sourced from the university's official admission brochure.

{Source: M.Com students & alumni}

Pros:
* Good faculty with PhD holders and excellent teaching methods
* Regular updates in the course to make it relevant and industry-ready
* Excellent placement record with reputed companies like Amazon, Flipkart, TCS, Wipro, Infosys, and more
* Affordable fees compared to other colleges
* Scholarships are available for meritorious students
* Good hostel facilities with comfortable living spaces and amenities
* Friendly campus environment with access to all necessary facilities

Cons:
* Limited placement opportunities for M.Com students due to fewer recruitment agencies visiting the campus
* High competition among students for limited seats in companies
* Some students may face issues with the quality of education and resources
* Infrastructure could be improved upon

Conclusion: Pursuing M.Com at MGKVP Varanasi can be a worthwhile decision, especially considering its affordability, excellent faculty, and good placement record. However, students must be prepared for potential challenges related to limited placement opportunities and infrastructure. With hard work and dedication, students can still achieve success and build a fulfilling career.

Mahatma Gandhi application process for MBA has started with the registration process of CUET-PG. The first step is to register for the CUET-PG by visiting the official website of the exam. After registration, candidates must fill in the application form and pay the registration fee which is as follows. NOTE: The application fee given here is according to CUET PG. The exam fee will be provided once the application is declared. 

Category	Application Fee (in INR) (For upto three test papers)	Application Fee Outside India (in INR) (For upto three test papers)
General	1,200	5,000
Gen-EWS/ OBC-NCL	1000
SC / ST / Third Gender/PWD	800-900

For each additional paper, candidates will have to pay the following application fees.

Category	Application Fee (in INR)	Application Fee Outside India (in INR)
General	500	1,500
Gen-EWS/ OBC-NCL	400
SC / ST / Third Gender	400
PwD	40

To complete the MGKVP BSc application process, applicants must submit a non-refundable application fee depending on their reservation category. This fee can be submitted using online payment modes, such as Credit/Debit Card or Netbanking. The following table presents the application fee payable by candidates applying for BSc admission at the university:

Category	Application Fee
Unreserved/OBC Candidates	INR 650
SC/ST Candidates	INR 550

NOTE: The mentioned fee is sourced from the university's official admission brochure. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

MGKVP has not released the data on the salary package offered to BA students. However, as per the university's NIRF Report 2024, a median salary package of INR 3.37 LPA was offered to students purusing UG (3-year) courses (such as BA, BSc, BCA, etc.) in 2023. The median salary package has shown an improvement since 2022. The placement trend for MGKVP UG (3-year) placements is presented below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
Total students (UG 3-year)	1,241	1,429
Students placed (UG 3-year)	434	569
Median package (UG 3-year)	INR 2.40 LPA	INR 3.37 LPA

NOTE: The above details are collated from the NIRF report 2024 and are not specific to BA placements.

 MGKVP offers MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery course at the UG level. MGKVP MBBS admissions are based on NEET UG scores followed by the NEET UG Counselling. The closing rank for MBBS based on NEET UG cutoff 2022, stood at 303611 for the General Home State Quota. NEET UG Counselling is conducted by the MCC for final admission to MBBS/ BDS courses based on the NEET scores. It is mandatory for candidates seeking admission to MGKVP MBBS course to have a valid NEET score in order to be eligible for further rounds of counselling. 

MGKVP Varanasi offers entrance-based admission to BCA. To be eligible for admission to BCA, applicants must appear for the CUET- UG exam conducted by NTA. Further candidates must pass Class 10 and Class 12 from a recognised board.

MG Kashi Vidyapith (MGKVP) has an elaborate seat reservation policy. Seats are reserved for candidates belonging to various categories. The percentage of seats reserved for each category is given below:

• 1% of seats are reserved for Handicapped candidates
• 20% of total seats are reserved for women candidates (category-wise, in respective cadre)
• 2% of total seats are reserved for dependents of Freedom Fighters
• 5% of total seats are reserved for Soldiers, Ex-Soldiers, Soldiers posted in J&K, parliamentary dependents or dependents of misplaced citizens of J&K
• 10% of total seats are reserved for dependents of the permanent employees of MGKVP

MGKVP BSc tuition fee ranges between INR 29,100 and INR 45,000. The exact amount depends on the choice of specialisation and the affiliated college allotted to applicants. In addition to the tuition fees, applicants may be required to submit certain one-time charges during admission. The mentioned fee is sourced from the official website of the university/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

The total intake capacity of MGKVP Varanasi for BA courses is 1,59,573. This includes the BA seats available at the institutes affiliated with MGKVP. At the MGKVP campus, there are 3,319 BA seats for varoius specialisations. These seats are filed through a university-level entrance exam. The mentioned seat information is sourced from official sources. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

As per the details available in the brochure and multiple online sources, candidates seeking admission to the MEd programme at Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith Varanasi are required to apply online on the official website basis a university-level entrance exam. Those who qualify the exam and possess the basic minimum eligibility of having an undergraduate degree (B.Ed/ BA B.Ed/ BSc B.Ed/ B.El.Ed or D.El.Ed)  get admission to this course.

Yes, MGKVP Varanasi reserves seats for women candidates seeking admission at the university. According to the official admission brochure of MGKVP, there is a horizontal reservation of 20% of the total seats for women candidates in respective categories and cadres. Out of the total number of seats reserved for women, 2% seats are reserved for widows/divorced women (category-wise, in respective cadre).

MGKVP Varanasi offers admission to most courses on the basis of national or university-level entrance exams. A step-by-step process of admission is as follows for MA admission:

STEP 1: Application Process 2025

The application process for MGKVP Varanasi is conducted via online mode. Candidates, who fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria set by the university, can submit a duly filled application form along with the required documents and an application fee*. Given below is the step-wise MGKVP Varanasi application process:

1. Visit the official admission portal of the university.
2. Click on “Apply Now” and signup/log in using the valid credentials. 
3. Fill in the required personal and academic details.
4. Upload the required documents, including the qualifying exam marksheet and a passport-size photograph.
5. Pay the application fee online via Debit/ Credit card or net banking.

The application fee for all the courses offered by Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith is as follows:

Course Name	General (or UR)	SC/ST
UG Courses	INR 650 - INR 850	INR 550 - INR 750
MBA (via CUET PG)	INR 1,000	INR 750
PG, UG Diploma, PG Diploma	INR 850- INR 1,050	INR 750 - INR 950

The list of documents required during the application process is given below:

• Self-attested copies of Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
• Self-attested copy of Bachelor's degree marksheet
• Master's degree marksheet (if applicable)
• Date of birth certificate
• Self-attested copy of the CMAT scorecard
• Photo Identity proof such as like Aadhaar Card/ PAN Card 
• Original Transfer certificate (TC)
• Original Character certificate (CC)
• Migration certificate (original)
• Six copies of passport-size photograph (coloured)
• Anti-Ragging affidavit by both candidate and parents on stamp paper certified by a notary (original and one copy)
• Self-attested copy of income and caste certificate SC/ST/OBC)
• EWS certificate (if applicable)
• Self-attested copy of disability certificate (if applicable)

STEP 2: Selection/ Shortlisting of candidates | MGKVP admission to various courses is merit-based or entrance exam-based. The university considers the scores of several national/state-level entrance exams.  STEP 3: Payment of Admission Fee & Admission Confirmation | Candidates selected for various UG, PG, and doctoral courses need to pay the admission fee of the course to confirm their admission at the university. 

Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith (MGKVP) inducts candidates for the MBA programme based on valid scores in CUET-PG. National Testing Agency (NTA) usually concludes the application process for CUET-PG between January and February. Candidates seeking admission to the MBA programme at MGKVP must fill out the CUET-PG application form within the specified time period. In addition to this, candidates having valid scores in CUET-PG will have to register for the counselling process through the MGKVP official website. MGKVP usually generally concludes the application process for MBA counselling in August.

One of the additional components that the students are required to pay other than the tuition fee while taking admission is the college application fee which is different for different category students. The same for M.Ed ranges between INR 950 - INR 1,050 across different categories. This fee must be paid while filling out the online application form before submission. Those candidates who wish to apply for two or more courses are given a 50% discount on every additional application filled after the first course onward. In addition to filling out the online application, students also have the option to submit the application fee and then download the application form. The same can then be filled and submitted offline.