Fergusson College, Pune
A landmark autonomous college for the sciences and humanities.
Overview
One of Maharashtra's most reputed colleges, with a strong tradition in the pure sciences, economics and the liberal arts.
Highlights
- NIRF #45 · College · NAAC A+
- Median salary ₹3.9 L
- 4 programmes offered · Autonomous
- Established 1885 · Pune, Maharashtra
Courses offered
4 programmes offered here. Linked programmes have a full course page (fees, syllabus, careers).
| Programme | Level | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc — Physics (Hons) | UG · 3 yrs | 80 |
| B.A — Economics (Hons) | UG · 3 yrs | 90 |
| B.Com (Honours) | UG · 3 yrs | 120 |
| B.Sc — Mathematics (Hons) | UG · 3 yrs | 80 |
Admission process
Admission to Fergusson College is typically merit-based, through the entrance exam and the admission process outlined below. The exact route depends on the programme — always confirm it with the institute.
Accepted entrance exams
Step-by-step
- Appear for the relevant entrance exam and secure a valid score / rank.
- Register for the counselling process — CSAS / university counselling.
- Submit your programme preferences / application as that process requires.
- Seats are offered per the admission process — accept and pay the required fee to confirm.
- Complete document verification and report to the institute.
Always confirm the current cycle and dates on the official institute & exam websites.
Scholarships & financial aid
Indian students can access several kinds of support. Schemes, eligibility and amounts are set by the government and the institute and change every year — so rather than freeze figures that go stale, here is where to check the current, official position:
CourseLane does not administer scholarships and does not quote scheme figures here — always confirm the current scheme, eligibility and amount on the official portals above before you rely on it.
Placements
Year-wise records are being compiled. Summary: median salary ₹3.9 L, placement rate —.
Cut-offs
Course-wise closing ranks / cut-offs are being compiled and will appear here.
Campus & facilities
Established in 1885, Fergusson College is located in Pune, Maharashtra, with a student community of around 5,769.
Facilities typically found on campus
Facilities vary by campus; those commonly available at an institution of this type include:
- Hostels & residential facilities
- Central library & digital resources
- Laboratories & research centres
- Sports & student-activity facilities
- Wi-Fi, medical centre & dining
This is an indicative list, not a verified inventory for Fergusson College — confirm the specific facilities on the institute's official campus page.
News & updates
Verified announcements — rankings, placement milestones, new programmes and initiatives for Fergusson College — will appear here. CourseLane publishes only confirmed updates, never fabricated.
Salary & package
We show the official NIRF median salary (the figure institutes actually report), broken out by programme level rather than collapsed into one misleading institute number. Figures are the latest graduating cohort NIRF publishes; branch-wise figures (e.g. CSE) are typically higher. 4 programmes feed into these outcomes.
Fees
| Programme | Annual fee | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc — Physics (Hons) | ₹18,000 / yr | 80 |
| B.A — Economics (Hons) | ₹16,000 / yr | 90 |
| B.Com (Honours) | ₹17,000 / yr | 120 |
| B.Sc — Mathematics (Hons) | ₹18,000 / yr | 80 |
Indicative fees — not quoted: tuition-level, revised each cycle (hostel & mess extra); confirm the current fee with the institution before you rely on it. CourseLane does not guarantee any figure. See Scholarships for waivers.
Is Fergusson College the best-fit for you?
Treat the figures above as a starting point rather than a verdict. What decides it is what you want the qualification to do — the fee you can commit to, the city you can move to, and the outcome you are actually after. Where a number here is blank, it is blank because we could not source it officially, and we would rather show you the gap than fill it with a guess. Weigh Fergusson College against your own shortlist and decide whether it is the best-fit for you.
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Fergusson College Pune?
Fees are modest. UG courses range from a few thousand up to around ₹1-lakh-plus a year for some programmes, with overall UG fees in the low-lakh range. Verify on the official fergusson.edu site.
What is the cutoff for Fergusson College?
Admission is merit-based on Class 12 marks; cutoffs vary by course and round, often in the high-70s to 90s percentage. Check the college's published merit lists each year.
How to get admission in Fergusson College Pune?
Apply online during the admission window; UG selection is on Class 12 merit and PG on entrance/merit. It is an autonomous college under Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU).
What courses does Fergusson College offer?
BSc, BA, BVoc and diploma courses at UG level, plus MSc, MA and PhD. It is especially known for its science and arts programmes.
Is Fergusson College Pune good?
Yes. It is a historic, well-regarded autonomous college strong in sciences and arts with a vibrant campus. Placements vary by stream; it is more academics-focused than a placement-driven institute.
Is Fergusson College worth it?
For affordable, quality UG education in Pune with a strong academic legacy, it is a solid choice. Compare the specific-course reputation with your career goals before deciding.
Verify against: UGC·NIRF · the institution's official website