Master of Social Work (MSW) 

at Mysore University, Mysore

The application form can be filled out in online mode by visiting the university’s official website. During the form filling, candidates must keep the mark sheets and certificates handy. After the conclusion of the application procedure, the university releases a merit list to announce the names of the selected students. Mysore University selects candidates for MSc based on PGEE conducted by the university. For MSc Biotechnology, aspirants are selected based on GAT-B score.

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and feedback provided by students and alumni, here are some key points to consider:

Infrastructure and Facilities

* Good infrastructure with well-equipped laboratories, classrooms, and library facilities
* Convenient hostels with comfortable living conditions
* Good sports facilities, including basketball courts, badminton courts, cricket and football grounds
* Canteen serving various food options

Teaching Quality and Support

* Professors are generally helpful and qualified
* Teaching quality is good, but the curriculum needs upgrading
* Guest lectures are supportive and helpful
* Industry experts visit campus for seminars and training programs

Placement and Internship Opportunities

* Limited placement opportunities, especially for PG students
* Few students receive internships, mostly related to research projects
* Companies offering placements are mostly startups or local firms
* Salary packages range from INR4 Lacs to INR6 Lacs per annum

Curriculum and Course Content

* Curriculum is outdated and needs updating to meet international standards
* Research-oriented courses may lead to better job prospects
* Emphasis on theory over practical skills

Campus Life and Culture

* Vibrant campus life with frequent events and festivals
* Diverse student population with representation from various states
* Green and spacious campus with recreational areas

Overall, while Mysore University offers some strengths such as good infrastructure, helpful faculty, and a diverse campus community, it faces challenges in terms of limited placement opportunities and an outdated curriculum. Students who are interested in research-oriented fields may find the programme valuable, but those seeking immediate job prospects may need to explore alternative options.

Aspirants must start by filling out the application form online. Mysore University admissions are mostly based on entrance-exam score. The university conducts Postgraduate Entrance Exam (PGEE) for all PG courses offered by the university. Besides, the university also accepts national or state-level entrance exams for admission to specific courses. The entrance exams accepted are MAT, CAT, Karnataka PGCET, KCET, etc. Once the candidates are selected, the university releases a merit list.

The total tuition fee for Mysore University MSc course ranges between INR 4,800 and INR 5.6 lakh. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. The total fee for MSc include multiple components such as caution deposit, hostel fee, etc. Below is fee breakup for University of Mysore MSc:

Fee Component	Fee
Tuition fee	INR 4,800 - INR 5.6 lakh
Caution deposit	INR 2,376 - INR 23,012

Aspirants shall first apply by filling out the application form. Students should check eligibility before the form filling. Further, the seat allotment is done based on KCET scores and academic records.

Mysore University is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is accredited with A Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The University of Mysore has also been ranked 44 in the University category and 71 in the Overall category by NIRF ranking 2023. The university, through its around 228 affiliated colleges and 85 PG departments, offers UG, PG Diploma PG Diploma and Certificate courses to the students. Some of the names of the top recruiters who visited the campus for placements include Infosys, TCS, Wipro, IBM, EY, HCL, etc.

University of Mysore offers UG, PG and PhD courses in multiple streams. Candidates are required to qualify a minimum of Class 12 for UG courses. Graduation is required to apply for a minimum of PG programmes. Below is minimum eligibility for top Mysore University courses:

Course Name	Common Eligibility
MBA	UG degree along with Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST/ Category-I)
BTech	Graduation in relevant discipline with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST/ Category-I)
MTech	BE/ BTech degree in the relevant specialisation at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST/ Category-I)
MCA	Bachelor's degree in any field
BTech	Class 12

University of Mysore conducts Postgraduate Entrance Exam (PGEE) for PG courses admission. PGEE scores are accepted for MSc admission. Candidates have to apply and appear for entrance examinations separately for each program. However, there shall be a single common entrance examination for the following groups of programmes. Aspirants have to qualify in the respective entrance examination by securing a minimum 08 marks in case of SC/ST/ Cat-I candidates, 09 mark in case of OBC and 10 marks in case of other candidates out of 50 marks.

University of Mysore CAT cutoff 2023 is yet to be out as of now. The university offers MBA/ PGDM courses through affiliated colleges. As per the previous year University of Mysore cutoff 2022, candidates looking for admission to MBA are expected to score around 9209 for the General category in Karnataka PGCET for admission to Yuvarajas College, whereas for SBRR Mahajana First Grade College candidates must have 10686. Also, the candidates with a 70 percentile in CAT are eligible for admission to IBMR-IBS College, Bangalore and ICOFP Mumbai - International College of Financial Planning. 

Both Bangalore University and Mysore University are well-known for their PG (2-year) courses. The table below compares the 2023 placement data for both the universities:

University Name	Median Package (2023)	Total Students/ Students Placed (2023)
University of Mysore	INR 3.75 LPA	2,712/ 1,612
Bangalore University	INR 3.50 LPA	2,807/ 1,429

NOTE: The above data is fetched from the NIRF report 2024 and are for PG (2-year) courses.