Pt. Chiranji Lal Sharma Government Post Graduate College (PCLS College) is a government co-educational college established by the Government of Haryana in 1976. It is affiliated with Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), and accredited with a NAAC B+ Grade.

The college operates from a 20-acre campus in Karnal, Haryana. It provides government degree education to students from Karnal, Nilokheri, and nearby districts in northern Haryana. PCLS College is not listed in the NIRF rankings or other major national rankings.

Annual course fees range from INR 5,788 to INR 9,948. Three-year UG programmes cost between INR 17,500 and INR 29,800 in total, while total PG fees range from INR 11,300 to INR 18,900. Eligible students may apply for Haryana government scholarships, including the Post Matric Scholarship for SC/OBC students, and the central PM-USP CSSS Scholarship.

  • Students can choose from UG, PG, and diploma courses in arts, commerce, science, and applied fields:
    • BA, BA (Hons.) English, and BA (Mass Communication): undergraduate arts and media courses
    • B.Com and BCA: undergraduate commerce and computer application courses
    • B.Sc: Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Home Science, Information Technology, and Physical Science with Chemistry, Computer Science, or Electronics
    • Bachelor in Tourism Management (BTM): an undergraduate vocational course
    • MA in Economics, English, History, Mass Communication, or Psychology: postgraduate arts courses
    • M.Com and M.Sc in Mathematics or Computer Science: postgraduate commerce and science courses
    • PG Diploma in Guidance and Counselling
Admission Update: The Haryana CAP portal is scheduled to open the 2027-28 admission cycle in June 2027.

PCLS College Admission Dates 2027

UG and PG applicants must use the Haryana Centralized Admission Process (CAP) portal. The portal handles admission to government degree colleges in Haryana, with UG selection based on Class 12 marks and PG selection based on graduation marks.

EventDate
Haryana CAP admission cycle for the 2027-28 session opensJune 2027

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

The programme-wise selection method and basic eligibility requirements are given below.

ProgrammeSelection BasisEligibility
All UG Programmes (BA, B.Com, BCA, B.Sc, BTM)Class 12 merit through Haryana CAP10+2 from a recognised board
All PG Programmes (MA, M.Com, M.Sc)Graduation merit through Haryana CAPUG degree in the relevant subject
PG Diploma in Guidance and CounsellingGraduation meritAny UG degree

PCLS College Courses and Fees

More than 20 programmes are available at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma levels under Kurukshetra University. Annual fees begin at INR 5,648 for some postgraduate courses and at INR 5,788 for undergraduate courses. The exact amount depends on the programme.

CourseDurationEligibilityAnnual FeesTotal Fees
BA3 years10+2INR 5,848INR 17,544
BA (Hons.) English3 years10+2INR 5,872INR 17,616
BA (Mass Communication)3 years10+2INR 8,328INR 24,984
B.Com3 years10+2 CommerceINR 6,100INR 18,300
BCA3 years10+2 with MathematicsINR 9,448INR 28,344
B.Sc (Life Sciences / Physical Science / Biotechnology)3 years10+2 ScienceINR 5,848INR 17,544
B.Sc (IT)3 years10+2 with MathematicsINR 9,948INR 29,844
B.Sc (Home Science)3 years10+2INR 5,788INR 17,364
BTM (Tourism Management)3 years10+2INR 8,148INR 24,444
MA (Economics / English / History / Psychology)2 yearsUG degree in the relevant subjectINR 5,648INR 11,296
MA (Mass Communication)2 yearsAny UG degreeINR 9,428INR 18,856
M.Com2 yearsB.ComINR 5,768INR 11,536
M.Sc (Mathematics)2 yearsB.Sc with MathematicsINR 8,328INR 16,656
M.Sc (Computer Science)2 yearsB.Sc (CS/IT) or BCAINR 9,248INR 18,496
PG Diploma in Guidance and Counselling1 yearAny UG degreeINR 8,368INR 8,368

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

Students taking Physical Science at the B.Sc level may study Chemistry, Computer Science, or Electronics. Among the UG choices, BCA and B.Sc (IT) focus most directly on technology and have higher fees than the other government-aided programmes listed above.

PCLS College Admission Process

Applications for PCLS College are handled through Haryana CAP. Applicants register online, enter their course and college preferences, and wait for the merit-based seat allotment. Those allotted a seat must report for document checking and complete the admission requirements.

UG Admission (BA, B.Com, BCA, B.Sc, BTM)

The Department of Higher Education, Haryana, manages UG admission through the Haryana Centralized Admission Process. Relevant Class 12 marks are used to prepare the merit list, and no separate selection test is stated for these programmes.

  • Applicants must have completed 10+2 from a recognised board with at least 45% aggregate. The minimum is 40% for SC, ST, and BC applicants.
  • Mathematics in Class 12 is necessary for BCA and B.Sc (IT).
  • Admission to B.Sc (Life Sciences) and B.Sc (Biotechnology) requires the Science stream in Class 12.
  • Students from any Class 12 stream may apply for BTM and BA (Mass Communication).
  • The stages are CAP portal registration, publication of the merit list, choice filling, seat allotment, reporting, and document verification.

Seat allotment gives priority to candidates who hold Haryana domicile. Applicants from outside Haryana can be considered for vacancies left after the State Quota seats have been allotted.

PG Admission (MA, M.Com, M.Sc)

Graduation marks determine selection for postgraduate courses through Haryana CAP. Applicants need the related UG qualification with at least 45% aggregate, or 40% if they belong to a reserved category. A B.Com degree is required for M.Com. M.Sc (Computer Science) applicants must hold either a BCA or a B.Sc with Computer Science.

PG Diploma in Guidance and Counselling

Graduates from any subject can seek admission to this 1-year diploma through Haryana CAP. Selection depends on graduation merit, while applicants who studied Psychology or Education are given preference.

PCLS College Scholarships

PCLS College students may seek financial support under central and Haryana government schemes. Eligibility depends on factors such as category, domicile, family income, academic performance, and the course in which the student is enrolled.

ScholarshipEligibilityCoverage
PM-USP CSSS Scholarship60% or more in Class 12 and annual family income below INR 4.5 LakhsINR 10,000 per year for UG students
Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)SC/ST students enrolled at a recognised institutionTuition fee reimbursement and a maintenance allowance according to government rules
Post Matric Scholarship (OBC, Haryana)Haryana domicile, OBC-A or OBC-B category, and annual income below INR 1 LakhSupport for tuition fees and maintenance
Dr. Ambedkar Scholarship (Haryana)SC students whose annual family income is below INR 4 LakhsMaintenance grant according to Haryana government rules
Meritorious Student Scholarship (Haryana)Haryana domicile students who are top performers in the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinationsAnnual cash award according to Haryana Education Department rules

Applications for central schemes are filed through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The Haryana State Scholarship Portal processes applications for state government schemes.

PCLS College Campus and Infrastructure

The 20-acre campus in Karnal has air-conditioned smart classrooms, practical laboratories for individual subjects, audio-visual teaching halls, a computerised library, and an auditorium. Students can also use the campus sports facilities and canteen.

Dedicated computer laboratories support the BCA and B.Sc (IT) courses. Students of BA and MA Mass Communication have access to media production facilities in their department. A psychology laboratory and counselling facility are available for the PG Diploma in Guidance and Counselling.

PCLS College vs GDC Panipat vs GDC Kurukshetra

Students considering government colleges in the northern part of Haryana may compare PCLS College in Karnal with Government College Panipat and Government College Kurukshetra. Each is a co-educational government PG college affiliated with Kurukshetra University and serves students from the Karnal, Panipat, or Kurukshetra district.

ParameterPCLS College (Karnal)Govt. College, PanipatGovt. College, Kurukshetra
Established197619561957
AffiliationKurukshetra UniversityKurukshetra UniversityKurukshetra University
TypeGovernment co-educational PG collegeGovernment co-educational PG collegeGovernment co-educational PG college
NAACB+Data not availableData not available
Annual Fees (UG)INR 5,848 to INR 9,948Similar rangeSimilar range
AdmissionHaryana CAP based on Class 12 meritHaryana CAPHaryana CAP

PCLS College has a broad course range among government PG colleges in Karnal district. Along with BA and B.Com, its options include B.Sc (IT), Biotechnology, BTM, and Mass Communication. Haryana domicile applicants from Karnal district can include PCLS College among their preferences while completing the Haryana CAP application.

PCLS College FAQs

Ques. How are seats allotted at PCLS College in Karnal?

Ans. Applicants first register on the Haryana Centralized Admission Process portal. UG seats are allotted according to Class 12 merit, while graduation merit is considered for PG admission. Haryana domicile applicants receive priority during seat allotment.

Ques. How much does it cost to complete BA, B.Com, or BCA at PCLS College?

Ans. The three-year BA fee is INR 17,544, calculated at INR 5,848 per year. B.Com costs INR 18,300 in total or INR 6,100 per year. The total BCA fee is INR 28,344, with an annual charge of INR 9,448. These fees are among the lowest charged by a government college in Haryana.

Ques. PCLS College is affiliated with which university?

Ans. Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra (KUK), has affiliated PCLS College since the institution was founded in 1976. The university awards the degrees earned by the college's students.

Ques. What postgraduate study options are available at PCLS College?

Ans. The college runs MA courses in Economics, English, History, Mass Communication, and Psychology. It also offers M.Com, M.Sc in Mathematics, M.Sc in Computer Science, and a PG Diploma in Guidance and Counselling. Depending on the course, annual PG fees range from INR 5,648 to INR 9,428.

Ques. What accreditation and recognition does PCLS College hold?

Ans. PCLS College has a NAAC B+ Grade and UGC recognition. Its degrees are issued by Kurukshetra University. The college is not currently included in the NIRF rankings.

Ques. Which scholarship schemes can PCLS College students apply for?

Ans. Available schemes include the PM-USP CSSS Scholarship, Post Matric Scholarships for SC/ST and Haryana OBC students, the Dr. Ambedkar Scholarship, and the Meritorious Student Scholarship. Applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) or the Haryana State Scholarship Portal, depending on the scheme.