Yuvaraja’s College, Mysore has been part of Karnataka’s government science and arts education system since 1928. The autonomous government college is affiliated to the University of Mysore and holds a NAAC ’A’ grade. It is among the state’s oldest government colleges in these fields, and most undergraduate and postgraduate courses do not require an entrance examination.

In the heritage city of Mysuru (Mysore), Karnataka, the college serves 3,635 students on a 9.6-acre campus. Its undergraduate and postgraduate courses cover science, arts and management. Students can choose from the following programmes:

  • B.Sc: A 3-year degree covering 15 subjects: Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Science, Electronics, Environmental Science, Food Science and Nutrition, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Sericulture, Statistics and Zoology.
  • B.Sc + M.Sc in Molecular Biology: This integrated course runs for 5 years and is a distinctive option in Karnataka.
  • BCA: The Bachelor of Computer Applications takes 3 years.
  • BBA: Students complete the Bachelor of Business Administration in 3 years.
  • M.Sc: The 2-year options are Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.
  • MA in English: This postgraduate degree lasts 2 years.
  • MBA: Karnataka PGCET is the admission route for this 2-year programme, which has 60 seats.

Applications and college admission notices are available through the official college portal.

Yuvaraja’s College Admission Dates 2026

The 2026-27 admission cycle is in its final stages. The college handles B.Sc, BCA and BBA selections through its office and online portal, while the University of Mysore manages M.Sc and MA admissions. MBA applicants follow the central counselling process run by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).

EventDate
B.Sc, BCA and BBA Round 2 admissionsSeptember to October 2026, ongoing
M.Sc and MA admissions under the University of Mysore scheduleJuly to October 2026, in progress
Karnataka PGCET 2026 MBA Round 2 fee-payment deadline19 October 2026
Karnataka PGCET 2026 MBA Round 2 college-reporting deadline for Choice 1 candidates23 October 2026

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

The MBA Round 2 payment and reporting deadlines are listed in the [Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling schedule](https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/karnataka-pgcet-seat-allotment).

Yuvaraja’s College Courses and Fees

Students have more than 26 programmes to choose from across science, applied computer science, commerce, arts and management. For the 2026 fee schedule, total B.Sc charges range from INR 14,370 to INR 46,470 over 3 years, depending on the subjects. The course requirements, lengths and total fees are listed below. PUC means Pre-University Certificate, the qualification equivalent to Class 12 in Karnataka. PCM refers to Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; PCB means Physics, Chemistry and Biology; PCMB includes all four subjects.

CourseDurationEligibilityFee
B.Sc in Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Electronics or Computer Science3 yearsPUC/10+2 with PCM/ScienceINR 14,370 to INR 24,390 total
B.Sc in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Food Science, Microbiology or Zoology3 yearsPUC/10+2 with PCB or PCMBINR 46,470 total
B.Sc in Sericulture3 yearsPUC/10+2 with ScienceINR 20,400 total
BCA3 yearsPUC/10+2 in any streamINR 14,370 total
BBA3 yearsPUC/10+2 in any streamINR 65,835 total
Integrated B.Sc + M.Sc in Molecular Biology5 yearsPUC/10+2 with PCBINR 1,67,500 total
M.Sc in Botany or Mathematics2 yearsB.Sc in the relevant subjectINR 1,04,021 total
M.Sc in Chemistry or Physics2 yearsB.Sc in the relevant subjectINR 1,60,084 total
MA in English2 yearsBA or an equivalent degreeINR 1,04,021 total
MBA2 yearsAny bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and Karnataka PGCETINR 87,839 total

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

The integrated Molecular Biology degree is among the few such 5-year courses offered by a government college in Karnataka. The college divides seats equally between the Government category and the Partially Self-Financing Scheme (PSFS), with 50% in each. Merit determines admission under both categories; there is no management quota.

Yuvaraja’s College Admission Process

The selection route depends on the course. PUC/10+2 marks determine admission to B.Sc, BCA and BBA, while undergraduate marks form the merit basis for M.Sc and MA. MBA applicants need Karnataka PGCET and must take part in KEA counselling. The college has neither a management quota nor a direct admission route that bypasses these selection processes.

Selection Routes by Course

ProgrammeEntrance RequirementBasis of Selection
B.Sc in all subjectsNo entrance examinationMerit based on PUC/10+2 marks
BCANo entrance examinationMerit based on PUC/10+2 marks
BBANo entrance examinationMerit based on PUC/10+2 marks
Integrated B.Sc + M.Sc in Molecular BiologyDirect application for merit selectionPUC/10+2 marks in PCB
M.Sc in all subjectsNo entrance examinationUndergraduate degree marks under University of Mysore merit selection
MA in EnglishNo entrance examinationUndergraduate degree marks under University of Mysore merit selection
MBAKarnataka PGCETCentralised KEA counselling through cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

Applying for B.Sc, BCA and BBA

Applicants for these undergraduate courses are shortlisted using their PUC or 10+2 results. They do not need to sit an entrance test.

  1. Check the subject requirements. B.Sc applicants need relevant science subjects, with PCM or PCB depending on the group. Biological science options require Physics, Chemistry and Biology, or PCMB. BCA and BBA accept students from any PUC/10+2 stream.
  2. Apply through the college admission portal.
  3. Follow the round-wise merit selection. Each undergraduate programme has 50% Government seats and 50% PSFS seats, and both are filled on merit.
  4. If Round 1 does not result in a seat, apply again for Round 2. Neither seat category permits direct admission outside merit selection.

A single fixed minimum percentage does not determine admission. Each round has its own applicant-based merit list. Historically, popular biology-based B.Sc combinations and BCA have seen competitive effective cutoffs in the 80% to 90% PUC marks range.

Applying for MBA through Karnataka PGCET

KEA handles all 60 MBA seats through its centralised Karnataka PGCET counselling system.

  1. Meet the degree requirement: a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks. The minimum is 45% for SC/ST/OBC applicants.
  2. Take Karnataka PGCET. A valid score is compulsory for Indian resident applicants.
  3. Register for online counselling through KEA’s official portal and enter college and course preferences.
  4. Follow the seat allotment based on PGCET rank and category. Every MBA seat is filled through this process.

Applying for M.Sc and MA

For these postgraduate courses, submit an application through the University of Mysore admission portal. Applicants must hold the relevant undergraduate qualification and meet the subject requirements. For example, M.Sc Chemistry requires a B.Sc in Chemistry. The university selects students using their aggregate undergraduate marks.

Applying for Integrated Molecular Biology

Students entering the 5-year B.Sc + M.Sc in Molecular Biology apply directly to the college for merit selection. PUC/10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology is required. Seats are limited, and selection uses PUC marks in PCB strictly.

Yuvaraja’s College Placements and Career Paths

Graduates usually move towards further study, government examinations or entry-level private employment according to their course. Yuvaraja’s College does not run conventional campus placements. Its science and arts programmes support preparation for postgraduate education, government service examinations and initial private-sector roles.

Many B.Sc and BCA graduates continue to M.Sc, MCA or MBA courses at the University of Mysore or elsewhere. BBA graduates often choose an MBA through Karnataka PGCET or begin as management trainees. MBA graduates find private-sector work in Mysore, Bengaluru and nearby regions.

Graduate GroupFurther Study and Employment Paths
B.Sc in science subjectsM.Sc, MCA or B.Ed at the University of Mysore or other colleges; KPSC/UPSC government examinations; laboratory technician or research assistant work
B.Sc in Biotechnology, Microbiology or Food ScienceM.Sc research programmes; entry-level biotechnology and pharmaceutical jobs in Mysore and Bengaluru; GATE for public-sector undertaking (PSU) or research positions
BCAMCA or M.Sc Computer Science; entry-level IT work at Infosys and Wipro campuses in Mysore and Bengaluru; government IT positions
BBAMBA through Karnataka PGCET; management trainee, banking and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) roles in the private sector
MBAPrivate-sector banking, FMCG and IT-enabled services jobs in Mysore and Bengaluru; government management positions through KPSC

Mysore’s expanding industrial and IT sectors include businesses in the Hebbal and Hootagalli industrial areas. The city’s technology parks and large Infosys campus are close enough to provide nearby employment settings for BCA and BBA graduates.

Yuvaraja’s College Campus Facilities

City bus routes connect the centrally located 9.6-acre campus with other parts of Mysuru (Mysore), Karnataka. Its building follows the heritage architectural style associated with government institutions in the Mysore region, and major city landmarks are nearby. Mysore City Bus Stand and Mysore Railway Station are both within a few kilometres.

Practical facilities include laboratories for every biology and chemistry subject and a computer laboratory used by BCA and Computer Science students. The central library holds science and humanities reference material. For Molecular Biology practical work, students use dedicated genomics and biotechnology instruments, a notable facility at a government undergraduate college in Karnataka.

There is currently no hostel on the college campus. Students moving to Mysore generally find private accommodation in nearby areas.

Comparison with Maharaja’s College and JSS College Mysore

Students considering undergraduate arts, science and management courses in Mysore often compare Yuvaraja’s College with Maharaja’s College and JSS College of Arts, Commerce and Science. These three prominent colleges serve a similar group of applicants and share affiliation with the University of Mysore.

FeatureYuvaraja’s CollegeMaharaja’s CollegeJSS College Mysore
Year established192818791967
Institution typeGovernment autonomousGovernment autonomousPrivate aided autonomous
Affiliating universityUniversity of MysoreUniversity of MysoreUniversity of Mysore
NAAC gradeAA+A+
Main subject areasScience, Arts, ManagementArts, Science, CommerceScience, Arts, Commerce, Management
Undergraduate selectionMerit-based; no entrance testMerit-based; no entrance testMerit-based; no entrance test
MBA provision60 seats through PGCETNot offeredOffered

Science applicants have a broader choice at Yuvaraja’s College, with 15 B.Sc subject combinations and the distinctive 5-year integrated Molecular Biology degree. Maharaja’s College, the oldest of the three, is particularly known for humanities and social sciences. JSS College has more commerce options. Yuvaraja’s is therefore the stronger science-focused choice in this comparison, while Maharaja’s or JSS may provide more specialisations for arts and commerce students.

Yuvaraja’s College FAQs

Ques. Can Class 12 marks alone qualify a student for B.Sc selection at Yuvaraja’s College Mysore?

Ans. Yes. PUC/10+2 results form the merit basis for B.Sc, BCA and BBA admissions. Apply through the college portal to be considered for shortlisting. KCET, CUET and other entrance examinations are not required for these programmes.

Ques. How much does a three-year B.Sc cost across the different subject groups?

Ans. The total depends on the subjects selected. For Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Food Science, Microbiology and Zoology, the 3-year fee is INR 46,470. Physics, Mathematics, Statistics and Electronics fall within the INR 14,370 to INR 24,390 range. Sericulture costs INR 20,400.

Ques. What steps lead to an MBA seat at Yuvaraja’s College?

Ans. Start by taking Karnataka PGCET, then register for KEA’s online counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in and enter your preferences. This central process fills all 60 MBA seats. The college does not offer management-quota seats or direct admission.

Ques. Where do students from outside Mysore stay while studying at the college?

Ans. Students generally rent private accommodation near the college because it has no on-campus hostel. Eligible students may also use University of Mysore hostel facilities. City buses provide convenient connections from Mysore Railway Station and City Bus Stand.

Ques. Which Molecular Biology degree can students join immediately after PUC?

Ans. Students with PUC/10+2 in the PCB stream can apply directly to the college for merit admission to its integrated B.Sc + M.Sc in Molecular Biology. The course lasts 5 years, with a full-course fee of INR 1,67,500. It is among the few integrated degrees of this kind offered by government colleges in Karnataka.

Ques. What makes Yuvaraja’s College suitable for a student planning further study in science?

Ans. Its 15 B.Sc subjects give students one of the broadest science choices among Karnataka’s government colleges. The college is a government autonomous institution affiliated to the University of Mysore, with NAAC ’A’ grade accreditation. Low fees and admission without an entrance test support access to its courses. Students planning postgraduate education also have a direct academic link to the University of Mysore’s M.Sc and research programmes.