KC College offers more than 35 UG, PG and doctoral programs in fields such as Science, Arts, Management and Commerce. Students can apply online for all courses. Admission to its UG and PG courses is fully merit based.

From the academic year 2025-26, Ph.D admission will depend on an entrance test such as HPET or NET/SET, as conducted by HSNC University and the Maharashtra Government. Final selection is done through counselling on the basis of marks scored in the entrance test. For UG and PG courses, KC College releases the First, Second, Third and Addendum Merit Lists using marks scored in the 10+2 examination.

Students can complete counselling registration through the official HSNC University/KC College admission portal. In Maharashtra, counselling usually begins in May. The counselling registration fee is INR 1000.

KC College UG Admission 2026

Kishinchand Chellaram College, Mumbai admits eligible students to undergraduate degrees in Arts, Commerce, Science, Mass Media and Management Studies. The UG list includes BA, B.Sc., B.Com, Bachelor of Mass Media, BMS and BA Journalism. The BA Journalism course is offered with Film, TV, New Media and Production as its specialisation.

For UG admission, students must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board. Selection is strictly based on merit. Students who wish to apply must visit the University of Mumbai website and fill out the online registration form.

Course NameSpecializationEligibility CriteriaSelection Criteria
BA

Psychology

Economics

Commerce

Economics

Hindi

English

Sociology

Candidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
B.Sc.PhysicsCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
ChemistryCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
MicrobiologyCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
BiochemistryCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
StatisticsCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
Computer ScienceCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
Information TechnologyCandidate must have completed 10+2 in Math from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
BiotechnologyCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
B.ComFinancial Accounting & AuditingCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
Accounting & FinanceCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
Banking & InsuranceCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
Financial MarketsCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
B.M.M.JournalismCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the Journalism/ Mass Communication/ any other relevant StreamMerit-Based
AdvertisingCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the Journalism/ Mass Communication/ any other relevant StreamMerit-Based
BA JournalismFilm, TV, New Media & ProductionCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
BMSManagement StudiesCandidate must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board in the relevant streamMerit-Based
  • Students applying for B.Sc. Information Technology must have studied Mathematics at the 10+2 level.
  • Students who hold a diploma in Journalism/ Mass Communication/ any other relevant discipline can apply for the BMM program.
  • Students with a Management diploma can get direct admission to the BMS program.

KC College PG Admission 2026

At the postgraduate level, the college offers MA in Hindi, M.Sc. Papers in Microbiology, IT and Chemistry, M.Sc. Research in Microbiology and Chemistry, M.Com in Advanced Accountancy and MA Journalism. The MA Journalism course includes Communication & Journalism and Entertainment, Media & Advertising as specialisations.

Students need a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant or allied discipline from a recognised institute or university for these PG courses. Admission is given on merit, provided the student meets the eligibility rules for the selected program.

Course NameSpecializationEligibility CriteriaSelection Criteria
MAHindiGraduation in the relevant or allied discipline/ subjectMerit-Based
M.ScMicrobiologyGraduation in the relevant or allied discipline/ subjectMerit-Based
Information TechnologyGraduation in the B.Tech or B.Sc allied discipline/ subjectMerit-Based and Personal Interview
Chemistry (Organic/ Inorganic/ Physical/ Analytical)Graduation in the B.Tech or B.Sc allied discipline/ subjectMerit-Based and Personal Interview
M.S (Research)MicrobiologyGraduation in the B.Tech or B.Sc allied discipline/ subjectMerit-Based and Personal Interview
Chemistry (Organic Chemistry/ Nuclear Radiochemistry)Graduation in the relevant or allied discipline/ subjectMerit-Based
M.Com.Advance AccountancyGraduation in the relevant or allied discipline/ subjectMerit-Based
MACommunication & JournalismGraduation in the relevant or allied discipline/ subjectMerit-Based
Entertainment, Media & AdvertisingGraduation in the relevant or allied discipline/ subjectMerit-Based
  • For M.Sc. admission, the college also checks candidates through a personal interview at the institute level.
  • Only students with B.Sc. or B.Tech qualifications can apply for the M.Sc. courses.
  • Students in the final year of their qualifying program can also submit an application.

KC College Ph.D. Admissions 2026

Kishinchand Chellaram College offers doctoral study in Arts and Science. The Ph.D. options are Hindi under Arts, and Organic Chemistry and Nuclear Radiochemistry under Science. Applicants are selected through entrance test merit, followed by a personal interview.

Course NameSpecializationEligibility CriteriaSelection Process
Ph.D.HindiMaster’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks in the relevant disciplineUGC-NET/ JRF Entrance +Personal Interview
Organic ChemistryMaster’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks in the relevant disciplineUGC-NET/ JRF Entrance +Personal Interview
Nuclear RadiochemistryMaster’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks in the relevant disciplineUGC-NET/ JRF Entrance +Personal Interview
  • Students who have qualified UGC-NET/ JRF do not have to appear for the entrance exam.
  • Every Ph.D. applicant must attend the interview.
  • Final Ph.D. selection depends on the research proposal, entrance test score and personal interview performance.

KC College Application Process 2026

Kishinchand Chellaram College follows the University of Mumbai rules for admission to degree courses. Students can register online on the University of Mumbai website. The application steps are listed below.

  • Go to the online application page and create a Username and Password by clicking the Register button.
  • Fill in all required details in the registration form correctly.
  • Select Kishinchand Chellaram College as the preferred college in the form.
  • After submitting the online form, take printouts of the Submission Copy and the Student Copy.
  • Attach the Submission Copy with the KC College admission form, and keep the Student Copy for later communication.
  • Contact the institute in person to get the KC College admission form.
  • Enter a valid phone number and email address so the college can contact you.
  • Students from boards outside Maharashtra must fill the provisional eligibility form at the institute office before paying the fees.

Kishinchand Chellaram College Reservations

The institute offers seat reservation as per its seat matrix.

KC College Admission FAQs

Ques. Where should students submit the KC College admission form?

Ans. Students applying to KC College must use the HSNC University admission portal. The full process is online. Applicants have to register, enter their details, choose KC College and upload the required documents. After submitting the form, they must pay the admission fee online. KC College does not take physical forms or offline applications. Students should keep checking the official website for dates, announcements and merit list updates.

Ques. Is a separate Mumbai University form needed for KC College?

Ans. No, students do not have to fill a separate Mumbai University form for KC College admission. The admission process is handled only through the HSNC University (HSNCU) portal. Through one form, students can select KC College, HR College, or both for the available courses. Merit lists, fee payment and other admission steps are also managed only on the HSNC University portal.

Ques. How much is the KC College counselling registration fee?

Ans. For KC College admission, students must pay a counselling registration fee of INR 1,000 while applying online. This payment has to be made through the official HSNC University/KC College admission portal. In Maharashtra, counselling normally starts in May. For the 2025-26 session, registration closed on July 10, 2025.

Ques. Are KC College in-house students given preference?

Ans. Yes, in-house students of KC College get preference in admissions. Students who completed junior college at KC can take direct admission to the First Year of B.A., B.Sc. (General), and B.Com programs. This helps KC College students continue their studies at the same institution. For specialised programs or self-financed courses, this preference may not apply, and admission depends on merit and seat availability through the HSNC University process.