Modern Education Society''s D. G. Ruparel College of Arts, Science and Commerce: Admission 2026, Courses, Fees, Ranking & Mumbai Campus Life

About D.G. Ruparel College of Arts Science and Commerce Mumbai

D. G. Ruparel College of Arts, Science and Commerce, located in Matunga, Mumbai, Maharashtra, was established in 1952. It is a government-aided private college managed by the Modern Education Society, Pune, and is affiliated with the University of Mumbai. The college is popularly known as Ruparel College and is recognized for its strong academic culture and historic legacy in Mumbai’s higher education landscape.

The college holds a NAAC A+ grade, reflecting its high academic standards and institutional quality. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in arts, science, and commerce streams, with a strong emphasis on science and IT disciplines. Ruparel College consistently features among the top Mumbai colleges in rankings and is known for high university merit ranks, strong placements, and vibrant campus life.

Key Highlights

Parameter	Details
Full Name	Doongasree Gangji Ruparel College of Arts, Science and Commerce
Established	1952
Type	Government-aided private college
Affiliation	University of Mumbai
Approved By	UGC
NAAC Grade	A+ (Valid till 2027)
Campus	Matunga, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Courses	UG + PG
Popular Programmes	B.Sc (Computer Science), B.Sc (IT), B.Com, BMS, BA
Students	Approximately 5,000
Faculty	Over 150
Fee Range	₹10,000 – ₹30,000/year
Highest Package	₹9 LPA
Average Package	₹3.0 – ₹4.0 LPA
Website	https://dgr.mespune.org

Admission Dates 2026

D.G. Ruparel College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai admits students to FYBA, FYBCom, FYBSc, BSc IT, BSc Computer Science and BMS under the University of Mumbai through a merit-based process on Class 12 marks; there is no separate entrance test for these programmes. For 2026, the schedule is based on the official 2025–26 FY admission timetable, shifted forward by one year.

Programme	Event	Date
FYBA / FYBCom / FYBSc / BSc IT / BSc Computer Science / BMS (Outsider Students)	Online Pre-admission Form (Mumbai University) Start	25 May 2026
FYBA / FYBCom / FYBSc / BSc IT / BSc Computer Science / BMS (Outsider Students)	Online Pre-admission Form (Mumbai University) Last Date	10 Jun 2026
FYBA / FYBCom / FYBSc / BSc IT / BSc Computer Science / BMS (Outsider Students)	College Online Admission Form Start	27 May 2026
FYBA / FYBCom / FYBSc / BSc IT / BSc Computer Science / BMS (Outsider Students)	College Online Admission Form Last Date	12 Jun 2026
FYBA / FYBCom / FYBSc / BSc IT / BSc Computer Science / BMS (Outsider Students)	First Merit List Display	19 Jun 2026
FYBA / FYBCom / FYBSc / BSc IT / BSc Computer Science / BMS (Outsider Students)	Admission & Fee Payment for First Merit List	20 Jun 2026 – 24 Jun 2026
FYBA / FYBCom / FYBSc / BSc IT / BSc Computer Science / BMS (Outsider Students)	Second Merit List Display	25 Jun 2026
FYBA / FYBCom / FYBSc / BSc IT / BSc Computer Science / BMS (Outsider Students)	Admission & Fee Payment for Second Merit List	26 Jun 2026 – 29 Jun 2026
FYBA / FYBCom / FYBSc / BSc IT / BSc Computer Science / BMS (Outsider Students)	Third Merit List Display	30 Jun 2026
FYBA / FYBCom / FYBSc / BSc IT / BSc Computer Science / BMS (Outsider Students)	Admission & Fee Payment for Third Merit List	01 Jul 2026 – 04 Jul 2026

Admission Process

D.G. Ruparel College of Arts, Science and Commerce offers junior and degree admissions through Mumbai University’s online pre-admission portal and the college’s Vriddhi admission portal, with selection based on Class 10 or 12 merit. First Year BA, BCom, BSc (including IT, Computer Science and BMS) admissions follow the published college admission schedule and merit lists.

BA / BCom / BSc / BSc IT / BSc Computer Science / BMS Admission (First Year Degree)

Steps to Apply

1. Register on the University of Mumbai pre-admission online portal and fill the pre-admission form for D.G. Ruparel College for your desired programme.
2. Visit the D.G. Ruparel College Vriddhi Admission Portal via the official website and create an account with mobile number and email.
3. Fill the online college application form (select programme and subject combination) and upload required documents.
4. Submit the form, download/print the application acknowledgement and wait for the college merit lists the admission schedule.
5. If shortlisted, visit the college for document verification, confirm subjects, and pay admission fees within the given dates.

FYJC (11th) Arts / Science / Commerce & HSVC Admission

Steps to Apply

1. Complete the Maharashtra FYJC online admission procedure and choose D.G. Ruparel College in your preference list.
2. Track centralised FYJC allotment rounds and note if you are allotted Ruparel College.
3. On allotment, report to D.G. Ruparel College within the stipulated time with required documents.
4. Fill the college admission form (offline/online as instructed) and verify your stream and subject choices.
5. Submit originals/photocopies for verification and pay the prescribed junior college fees to confirm admission.

Eligibility Criteria & Fees

Programme	Qualification	Entrance Exam	Min %	Fees (per year)
FYBA	Class 12 (HSC/CBSE/ISC) in any stream	Merit (Class 12)	45%	₹6,000
FYBCom	Class 12 in Commerce/Science with relevant subjects	Merit (Class 12)	45%	₹6,500
FYBSc (General)	Class 12 Science with required subjects for chosen combination	Merit (Class 12)	50%	₹10,000
FYBSc IT	Class 12 (Science/Commerce with Maths/Stats)	Merit (Class 12)	50%	₹30,000
FYBSc Computer Science	Class 12 Science with Mathematics	Merit (Class 12)	50%	₹32,000
FYBMS	Class 12 in any stream	Merit (Class 12)	45%	₹18,000
FYJC Arts	Class 10 (SSC/CBSE/ICSE or equivalent)	Merit (Class 10)	40%	₹2,500
FYJC Science	Class 10 with Science, Maths	Merit (Class 10)	50%	₹4,000
FYJC Commerce	Class 10 in any stream	Merit (Class 10)	45%	₹3,000

Documents Required

• Class 10 mark sheet and passing certificate (for FYJC and all degree courses as proof of birth date)
• Class 12 mark sheet and passing certificate (for FY degree admissions)
• School/College Leaving Certificate or Transfer Certificate
• Migration Certificate (for boards/universities other than Maharashtra State Board/University of Mumbai)
• Character/Conduct Certificate from last attended institution
• Caste Certificate and Caste Validity Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/VJNT/SBC/EWS where applicable)
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for relevant reserved categories)
• Income Certificate (for fee concession/scholarship where applicable)
• Aadhaar Card and PAN Card (if available) for identity and fee payment records
• Recent passport-size colour photographs
• Disability Certificate from competent authority (for PwD candidates)
• Gap Certificate/Affidavit (if there is an academic gap)

Placements 2025

DG Ruparel College’s official placement report for 2025 is not yet published. Recent consolidated data indicates a highest package of about ₹9 LPA, an average package near ₹3 LPA and a placement rate around 70–80% for students registering with the Training and Placement Cell.

Placement Statistics

Parameter	Value
Highest Package	₹9 LPA
Average Package	₹3 LPA
Placement Rate	70–80%

Top Recruiters

IT: TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Capgemini, Accenture, Tech Mahindra, Cognizant

Consulting: Deloitte

Core: L&T, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Reliance, Redington Ltd

Branch-wise Placement

Branch	Highest	Average	%Placed
B.Sc. (Computer Science / IT)	₹8–9 LPA	₹4–5 LPA	50–60%

Rankings & Accreditations

D.G. Ruparel College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai does not figure in the NIRF 2025 college rankings list. It is, however, featured in private ranking surveys such as India Today and others at the all-India level for Arts and Commerce, and holds a strong NAAC accreditation.

NIRF 2025

Category	Rank	Score
College	Not ranked in published top list	-

Other Rankings

Agency	Rank	Year
India Today – Commerce (All India)	#12	2025
India Today – Arts (All India)	#155	2025
The Week – Arts (All India)	#39	2025
EducationWorld – Non‑autonomous ASC Colleges (All India)	#12	2025–26

Accreditations

• NAAC: A Grade (5‑year cycle; valid till 2026)
• NBA: Not accredited for individual programmes

Scholarships & Financial Aid

D.G. Ruparel College students mainly access government-funded scholarships through Maharashtra’s MAHADBT portal and the National Scholarship Portal, with strong support from the college in documentation and application. Institute-level concessions are limited, and most fee relief goes to reserved-category and economically weaker students.

Institute Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
Fee Concession / Installment Facility	Needy students facing financial difficulty; approval by college authorities on application with income proof	Up to 100% deferment of tuition in installments; exact waiver decided case-wise

Government Scholarships

Scheme	For	Amount	Portal
Post Matric Scholarship to VJNT, OBC and SBC Students (Maharashtra)	VJNT/OBC/SBC students of D.G. Ruparel with Maharashtra domicile, family income up to ₹1,50,000/year	Reimbursement of 100% tuition and exam fees for government-aided courses; in unaided courses 50–100% of tuition rules	State (MAHADBT)
Government of India Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Maharashtra)	SC students with Maharashtra domicile, family income up to ₹2,50,000/year	Full tuition, exam fees and fixed maintenance allowance in the range of about ₹2,500–₹13,500/year depending on course and living arrangement	State (MAHADBT)
Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students (Maharashtra)	ST students with Maharashtra domicile, family income up to ₹2,50,000/year	Reimbursement of 100% tuition and exam fees plus maintenance allowance similar to SC post-matric norms	State (MAHADBT)
Tuition Fee & Examination Fee Freeship for SC Students (Maharashtra)	SC students with Maharashtra domicile, family income between ₹2,50,001 and ₹8,00,000/year	100% tuition and exam fee reimbursement for eligible courses at Ruparel	State (MAHADBT)
Tuition Fee & Examination Fee Freeship for OBC, SBC, VJNT Students (Maharashtra)	OBC/SBC/VJNT students, Maharashtra domicile, family income between ₹1,50,001 and ₹8,00,000/year	Up to 100% tuition and exam fee reimbursement in aided courses, proportionate in unaided	State (MAHADBT)
Minority Scholarship (Maharashtra State / NSP-linked)	Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, Sikh, Jain, Parsi students from Maharashtra with family income up to ₹2,50,000/year (pre-matric) or ₹2,50,000–₹3,00,000/year (post-matric) studying at Ruparel	Course fee reimbursement up to ₹10,000/year plus maintenance allowance category	State / NSP
National Means-cum-Merit and Other Central Schemes (NSP)	Students already selected in NMMS or other listed central schemes and enrolled at Ruparel, meeting income and renewal criteria on NSP	Typically ₹6,000–₹12,000/year for NMMS continuation; higher for some central merit-based schemes	NSP

External Scholarships

• Government of India Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students: ₹10,000/year at UG level for students scoring at least 80th percentile in Class 12 and with family income up to ₹4,50,000/year, enrolled in regular degree courses at D.G. Ruparel College (applied through NSP).

Comparison

D.G. Ruparel College, St. Xavier's College, and Narsee Monjee College are peer institutions in Mumbai offering arts, science, and commerce programs with strong NAAC accreditation and NIRF rankings. These colleges are frequently compared by students seeking quality undergraduate education in the Mumbai region with established placement records and faculty expertise.

Parameter	D.G. Ruparel College of Arts Science and Commerce	St. Xavier's College, Mumbai	Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics
Type	Private	Private	Private
NAAC Grade	A+	A+	A
Placement Rate	94%	Strong placement record	Strong placement record
Number of Recruiters	633+	Top companies including Deloitte, EY, KPMG	Leading recruiters

## Key Strengths - D.G. Ruparel College of Arts Science and Commerce: 94% placement rate with 633+ recruiters, NAAC A+ accreditation, and ₹40 crore+ scholarships distributed to students. Ranked among top 100 universities in India by NIRF 2024. - St. Xavier's College, Mumbai: Regarded as the top commerce college in Mumbai with NAAC A+ grade, strong faculty, modern infrastructure, and placements from leading companies like Deloitte, EY, and KPMG. - Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics: NAAC A grade institution with established reputation in commerce education and strong industry connections for student placements.

Campus & Infrastructure

D.G. Ruparel College of Arts, Science and Commerce is located on Senapati Bapat Marg in the Mahim–Matunga belt of Mumbai, a central suburban educational hub with a green, well-developed campus and large academic blocks. The campus houses a spacious 10,000 sq. ft. library building, laboratories, playground and gymkhana within the same premises.

Campus Details

Parameter	Details
Area	Not disclosed by institute
Location	Mumbai, Maharashtra
Nearest Railway	Mahim Junction (~0.7 km)
Nearest Airport	Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (~9 km)

Academic Facilities

• Library: 10,000 sq. ft. library building with seating for around 300 users and 134 periodicals (Arts 64, Science 39, Commerce 18, General 13)
• Labs: 36 laboratories for different departments
• Classrooms: 33 classrooms with lights, fans and furniture

Hostel

Type	Capacity	Fee/Year
Boys	70	Not disclosed by institute
Girls	Not provided on campus	–

Other Facilities

• Two auditoriums/seminar halls
• Gymkhana with indoor and outdoor sports facilities and access to swimming pool through college gymkhana
• Canteen located in the Gymkhana building with indoor and outdoor seating
• Botany garden
• Playground and basketball court
• Digital library access including IEEE, ASME and ScienceDirect e-journals
• NPTEL e-learning collection of 18,030 lecture videos

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the admission cutoffs for different courses at D.G. Ruparel College?

For the 2025 fifth merit list, B.Sc. Information Technology had a cutoff of 91%, B.A. (Economics, Statistics, Political Science) was 87.33%, and B.Com. was 86.16% for the general category. OBC category cutoffs ranged between 74.66% and 77.16% depending on the course.

Is entrance exam required for undergraduate admission?

No entrance exam is required. Admission to BA, B.Sc., and B.Com. is purely merit-based on 12th standard marks. The college releases its own merit lists with cutoff percentages for different categories and rounds.

What is the fee structure for undergraduate programs?

B.Sc. programs cost ₹30,000 for the 3-year duration. Hostel fees are ₹35,000 per year, and canteen fees are ₹2,500 monthly. Specific fees for BA and B.Com. programs vary but follow similar structures.

Does the college offer hostel facilities for female students?

The college previously had hostel facilities for both boys and girls, but currently hostel facilities are not available on campus. A boys hostel with capacity for 70 students was operational with round-the-clock security, but this has been shut down recently.

What is the placement rate and average package offered?

The college does not have an active placement cell, so formal placement statistics are not published. However, major companies do visit for recruitment. Students are advised to seek internship and placement opportunities independently.

How many rounds of admission are conducted each year?

Multiple rounds of admission are conducted with different cutoff percentages for each round. In 2025, at least five rounds were completed, with the fourth round cutoff released on June 11 and the fifth round following thereafter.

What specializations are available in the B.Sc. program?

B.Sc. specializations include Information Technology, Computer Science, and Biotechnology. The college also offers B.Sc. with various science combinations. Eligibility requires 10+2 with Biology and Chemistry, with a minimum 50% aggregate.

Is the admission process online or offline?

The college follows a primarily offline admission process. Students must visit the campus for document verification, fee payment, and completion of admission formalities after being selected in the merit list.

What sports facilities are available on campus?

The college has a well-equipped gymkhana with indoor facilities for table tennis, carrom, and chess. Outdoor grounds support cricket, football, volleyball, basketball, hockey, and kabaddi. The college also has tie-ups with external agencies for swimming, lawn tennis, shooting, and badminton.

How is the library and digital learning infrastructure?

The library has been operational since 1952 with a spacious collection of books, journals, and CDs. Classrooms are equipped with digital boards, smart screens, and audio systems. Internet facility and digital library access are available, though Wi-Fi coverage varies across campus.

What is the eligibility criteria for postgraduate programs?

For PG programs like M.Sc. IT and M.Sc. Computer Science, candidates must have completed a 3-year bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a minimum 50% marks in aggregate in core courses.

Are there any scholarships or financial aid options available?

Specific scholarship details are not published in the college's public information. Students should contact the college administration directly for information on merit-based scholarships, need-based aid, or government scholarship schemes they may be eligible for.

What is the pre-admission registration process?

Candidates must first fill the pre-admission registration form on the official University of Mumbai portal, then complete a separate online application form on the Ruparel College website. After merit selection, document verification and fee payment confirm admission.

How is the food quality and canteen facilities?

The canteen is located in the Gymkhana Building with both indoor and outdoor seating. Students report that food is reasonably priced and of good quality. The hostel mess provides meals twice a day with snacks, though some students find the quality average.

What is the campus location and commute accessibility?

The college is located in Mahim, Mumbai. The campus is well-connected to public transportation. The college is situated in a central location with good greenery and a clean atmosphere, making it accessible for daily commuters.

Are there any dress code restrictions for students?

No specific dress code information is published by the college. Students are expected to maintain professional attire during classes and official college events, but casual dress is generally acceptable on campus.

How does D.G. Ruparel College compare with other Mumbai University colleges?

D.G. Ruparel is recognized as one of the top colleges in Mumbai for science, arts, and commerce education with strong academic reputation. The college is known for high cutoff percentages and good infrastructure, making it competitive among Mumbai University affiliated institutions.

Can students pursue internships during their course?

The college does not have a formal internship cell. Students are expected to seek internship opportunities independently through their departments or external organizations. Some departments may facilitate internships, but this is not a structured college-wide program.

What medical facilities are available on campus?

The college provides medical facilities with a dedicated medical room for student health needs. Basic healthcare services are available on campus, though serious medical emergencies would require referral to nearby hospitals in the Mahim area.