Mysore University: Courses, Fees, Admissions 2024, Placements, Scholarships

The University of Mysore provides a range of academic programmes, including undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, PG Diploma, and certificate courses, through approximately 228 affiliated colleges and 85 PG departments.  Some of the affiliated colleges include University Evening College, University Fine Arts College for Women, Manasagangothri, Mysore, Physical Education, University of Mysore, Yuvaraja's College, University of Mysore, Maharani's Science College for Women, Maharani's Arts College for Women, and others.

Yes, the University has a dedicated placement cell. The official placement report or brochure has not been released. However, the NIRF report of 2024 has been disclosed. As per the report, 1,612 out of 2,712 PG (2-year) students were placed during the 2023 drive. Furthermore, 39 out of 72 UG (5-year) students were placed. In addition to this, the median package offered to UG (4-year0 and UG (5-year) students was INR 7.50 LPA and INR 4.15 LPA, respectively. For PG (1-year) and PG (2-year) courses, the median package stood at INR 2 LPA and INR 3.75 LPA, respectively.

Yes, Mysore University offers two-year MSc IT course in distance education mode through Directorate of Distance University. Aspirants need to complete BSc degree with Computer Science or Mathematics as one of the optional subjects or any degree with Diploma in Computer Application or BCA/ BTech/ BE in any branch with at least 45% aggregate (40% aggregate for SC/ ST/ CAT-I) to apply for MSc IT. 

Candidates seeking admission shall first check the eligibility criteria and then fill out the application form. Admission is entrance-based, hence, students must fill out the relevant entrance exam application as well. Further, the final selection is subject to score in exam and fulfilment of eligibility criteria.

The fees for Mysore University BSc course range between INR 8,200  - INR 6 lakh. Moreover, candidates need to fulfil the eligibility criteria for admissions. The eligibility criteria for Mysore University BSc admissions is that candidates should have passed Class 12 with a minimum of 45-60% aggregate.

An online BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications) is an undergraduate degree course in Computer Applications that is delivered entirely online at University of Mysore. The course provides strong foundation in computer programming, database management, software development, and other key areas of computer science. Online BCA is suitable for working professionals as physical availability is not required in the course. Online BCA at UOM is approved by ACITE and UGC-DEB.

Applicants can complete the University of Mysore application process by submitting the filled application form online after visiting the official website. They need to upload various documents, including mark sheets, certificates, and entrance exam scorecards. The application fee, which is INR 400 for PG programs and INR 300 for Diploma and UG programs, can be paid through Net Banking, Credit, or Debit card. After submission, it is advised to download and print the application for future reference.

The eligibility criteria for MBA course admissions at Mysore University is that candidate should have passed Class 12 and graduation with a minimum of 40-55 % aggregate. Also, the admissions to MBA programme is entrance based. The entrance exams accepted include MAT CAT Karnataka PGCET XAT CMAT GMAT ATMA KMAT KCET GRE. Additionally, apart from full-time programme, the university also provides Online MBA course and the specialisations include MBA General Management, HR Management, Marketing Management, Supply Chain Management, Digital Marketing, Data Science and Business Analytics, IT Business Management, Operations Management, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Executive Leadership, etc.

The University of Mysore has produced remarkable alumni across diverse fields. Here are some notable individuals:

1. Baadal Nanjundaswamy:

   • Degree: Bachelor's degree
   • Achievements: Renowned Indian Painter known for 3D paintings and street art.

2. R. K. Laxman:

   • Degree: Bachelor's degree
   • Achievements: Part-time Cartoonist celebrated for creating "The Common Man" character.

3. M. S. Nagaraja Rao:

   • Degree: Bachelor's degree in Humanities and Social Sciences
   • Achievements: Indian Archaeologist.

4. Engalaguppe Seetharamiah Venkataramiah:

   • Degree: Bachelor's degree in Law
   • Achievements: Former Chief Justice of India.

5. Akhilesh Yadav:

   • Degree: Bachelor's degree
   • Achievements: Indian politician and National President of the Samajwadi Party.

6. K. Shivram:

   • Degree: MA in History
   • Achievements: Politician, Indian Actor, and former Bureaucrat.

7. C. N. R. Rao:

   • Degree: BSc
   • Achievements: Renowned Indian Chemist.

The alumni of University of Mysore are working with top companies such as Accenture, Infosys, TCS and many more. According to unofficial sources, the majority of alumni are placed in Business Development sector with a 27% share. To know the sector-wise alumni placements, check out the pie chart below:

The University has maintained a decent placement record over the past few years. As per the data sourced from the NIRF report 2024, the placement rate for UG (5-year) courses has declined year-on-year from 2021 to 2023. On the other hand, the placement rate of PG (2-year) courses has been fluctuating. The following table represents the University of Mysore placement rate trends:

Course	Placement Rate (2021)	Placement Rate (2022)	Placement Rate (2023)
UG (5-year)	84%	63%	54%
PG (2-year)	63%	32%	59%

NOTE: The above placement percentage is obtained from the data given in the NIRF report 2024.

The University of Mysore, also known as Maharaja's College, offers an M.Sc. Forensic Science programme. Here is the admission process for the same: Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for admission to the M.Sc. Forensic Science programme, candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Forensic Science, Chemistry Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Zoology Botany, Microbiology, Genetics, Medical Lab Technology, or an equivalent degree with at least 50% marks in aggregate. Application Process: Candidates need to apply online on the official website of the University of Mysore. The application form will be available on the website during the admission period. Application Fee: The application fee for the M.Sc. Forensic Science programme is Rs. 250 (for General/OBC candidates) and Rs. 125 (for SC/ST candidates). The fee can be paid online through the payment gateway provided on the website. Selection Process: The selection of candidates for admission to the M.Sc. Forensic Science programme is based on their performance in the entrance test conducted by the University of Mysore. The entrance test consists of multiple-choice questions based on the syllabus of B.Sc. Forensic Science. The test will be conducted in offline mode. Counseling Process: After the declaration of the entrance test result, candidates who qualify for the entrance test will be called for counseling. During the counseling process, candidates need to produce the required documents for verification. Admission Process: Candidates who are selected for admission to the M.Sc. Forensic Science programme need to pay the course fee and submit the required documents. The documents required for admission include mark sheets and certificates of qualifying examinations, transfer Certificate migration Certificate and other relevant documents. I hope this information helps. Candidates can visit the official website of the University of Mysore for more details regarding the admission process for the M.Sc. Forensic Science programme.

The total tuition fee for University of Mysore MBA ranges between INR 8,100 and INR 6.5 lakh. Once selected, candidates are required to pay the course fee for their preferred specialisation to confirm their seat in the university. The total fee in Mysore University is a sum of multiple components such as caution deposit, hostel charges, etc. Besides, candidates also need to pay an application fee of INR 400 to register for a PG course at UOM.

Candidates need to pay an application fee of INR 400 for PG courses. Besides, candidates irrespective of their category have to pay INR 1,000 separately for entrance exam and INR 2,000 for group subjects. Aspirants need to pay the application fee via any of the online payment modes. Candidates must keep the payment reciept for verification at the time of admission. 

Yes, University of Mysore accepts national or state-level Engineering entrance exam GATE or Karnataka PGCET for admission. Further, candidates are also selected for M.Tech course based on PGEE (Postgraduate Entrance Exam) score conducted by the university. The university releases a merit list to announce the names of the shortlisted candidates. Once shortlisted, candidates are called for document verification and KEA Counselling. 

Candidates need to complete a minimum of graduation preferably BTech/ BE in relevant subjects with at least 45% aggregate (40% aggregate for SC/ ST/ Category-I) to apply for Mysore University M.Tech courses. Below is specialisation specific eligibility:

MTech Specialisation	Eligibility
Computer Science and Technology and Computer Cognition Technology	BE or BTech in Computer Science & Engineering / Information Science & Engineering /Information Technology/Computer Engineering/ any related field of study in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
Material Science	BE/ MBBS/ BTech./ BPharma/ BDS/ BSc (Ag) or in other specialisations
Urban and Regional Planning	Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering/ Architecture/ Physical Planning / AMIE Grade-IA/Master Degree in Geography/ Economics/ Sociology

The total fee of University of Mysore include multiple components such as caution deposit, hostel fee, tuition fee, etc. As per the official website, Cat-I and OBC students, whose annual income is below INR 2.5 and INR 1 lakh, respectively are exempted from payment of tuition fee, lab fee, sports fee, library and examination. There is 50% concession in the tuition fee for SC/ ST students fulfiling the same criteria. 

As per the unofficial sources, the tuition fee range between INR 57,650 – INR 59,900.

The total tuition fee for the Mysore University M.Tech course ranges between INR 55,700 and INR 1.9 lakh. This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. The total fee for M.Tech includes multiple components such as caution deposit, hostel fee, etc. Aspirants are required to pay the course fee after completion of the selection rounds to confirm their seat in the university.

It is popular for excellence in training in research in Law. The placement’s support and guidance for a career path also help the students. The University of Mysore is ranked #33 by NIRF in 2022.