About Maharani's College Mysuru
About Maharani's College Mysuru
Maharani's College, Mysuru was established in 1941 by the Government of Mysore — four years before Indian independence — specifically to expand degree education for women in the princely state. Eight decades on, it remains one of the largest government women's degree colleges in Karnataka, with over 3,000 students enrolled across BA, BCom and BCA programmes. Annual fees are under ₹2,000 — the government aided fee structure makes it the most cost-accessible degree option for women in Mysuru district.
The college is affiliated to the University of Mysore with NAAC A grade. It sits in central Mysuru, roughly 1.5 km from the Mysuru City railway station. Proximity to Maharaja's College and Manasagangothri (University of Mysore main campus) means students can access the university library and inter-collegiate events without leaving the city core.
Courses and Fees
| Course | Specialisations | Duration | Seats | Annual Fee (Approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA | Kannada, Hindi, History, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, Home Science | 3 Years | 220 | ₹1,500–₹2,000 |
| BCom | General Commerce | 3 Years | 200 | ₹1,500–₹2,000 |
| BCA | Computer Applications | 3 Years | 80 | ₹2,000–₹3,500 |
SC/ST women qualify for full fee waiver under the Karnataka government post-matric scholarship. OBC students are eligible for partial fee concession. Home Science is a distinctive BA elective here — not available at most other Mysuru government colleges — and draws students from rural Mysuru, Mandya and Chamarajanagar districts who plan to work in community health or nutrition roles.
Admission Process
Open to women candidates only. Admissions through the Karnataka Government Degree Colleges online portal, which opens each June. There is no entrance exam — merit in 12th standard determines shortlisting. BCom seats fill faster than BA due to high demand from Mysuru's commercial student population. BCA seats are limited at 80 — apply the first week the portal opens. Girls' hostel applications are submitted separately at the admissions office at the time of enrolment. Hostel seats are limited relative to total enrolment — outstation students should apply for hostel on Day 1 of admission.
Campus and Facilities
The campus has a central library, computer labs, science demonstration rooms, a 400-seat auditorium, NCC and NSS wings, a sports ground, and a girls' hostel. The hostel accommodates approximately 200 outstation women students — monthly hostel fee with mess is under ₹3,000. The college runs an active women's empowerment cell and career guidance programmes in collaboration with the Mysuru District Employment Exchange. Annual Maharani's cultural fest is one of the larger women's college cultural events in south Karnataka.
Career Scope
The majority of BA graduates target KPSC (Karnataka Public Service Commission) group C and D posts, primary school teaching through DSERT, and anganwadi supervisor roles. BCom graduates sit for Karnataka Bank clerk exams, cooperative bank PO tests, and IBPS clerk. BCA graduates target data entry and junior developer roles in Mysuru's IT sector — particularly the Infosys campus at Hebbal and the growing startup cluster around Mysuru-Bengaluru expressway. The college does not run formal campus placement drives but maintains a job board and alumni network through the career guidance cell.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fee for BA and BCom at Maharani's College Mysuru?
Annual fee for BA and BCom at Maharani's College is approximately ₹1,500–₹2,000 under the Karnataka government aided fee structure. SC/ST women get a full fee waiver. BCA is slightly higher at ₹2,000–₹3,500 per year. There are no management quota or capitation fees — all admissions are through the government portal on merit.
Is Maharani's College Mysuru only for women?
Yes. Maharani's College is exclusively for women — it was established in 1941 as a dedicated women's institution. Men cannot apply. The college offers BA, BCom and BCA programmes. Admission is through the Karnataka Government Degree Colleges portal and is open to women candidates from any district of Karnataka.
Does Maharani's College Mysuru have a hostel?
Yes. A girls' hostel is available on campus with approximately 200 seats. Monthly hostel fee including mess is under ₹3,000 — one of the lowest for government college hostels in Mysuru. Apply for hostel on the day of admission; seats fill quickly relative to total enrolment. Women from outside Mysuru who don't get hostel arrange PGs in Saraswathipuram and Kuvempunagar, both within 2 km.
What makes Maharani's College different from other Mysuru colleges?
Three things: it is exclusively for women, it operates at government fees under ₹2,000/year, and it offers Home Science as a BA elective — a combination not available at any other government college in Mysuru. For women from Mysuru, Mandya and Chamarajanagar districts who need an affordable, local, women-only environment, it is the primary government option at the degree level.