Fergusson College is a public-private institution of higher learning in Pune, India. It was formed in 1885. In the English language, its motto is Knowledge is Power.
About Fergusson College
The mission of this college is to convey knowledge through Traditional and Innovative Learning Practices. It aims to provide Affordable quality knowledge while expanding its academic horizons to bring the Institution equal with global leaders in the field of Higher Learning.
This college is committed to Education & Scholarship. It is recognized for its close association with Indian Politics. It has produced several Legislators and Ministers including 2 Indian Prime Ministers.
Principal of the Fergusson College
Dr. Nitin M Kulkarni is the principal of this college.
Vice Principal of the Fergusson College
M. Pawar Swati Joaglekar is the Vice-Principal of this college.
Students at Fergusson College
This college has almost 13,023 students in 2023.
Admission Required at Fergusson College
Documents Required:
- Passport Size Photo
- 10th Class Marks Memo
- 12th Class Marks Memo
- Graduation Certificate
- Migration Certificate
- Character Certificate
For Undergraduate Admission:
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Courses |
Specializations | Eligibility |
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B. A. |
Philosophy |
Qualified 10+2 Examination in any Stream |
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English |
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German |
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French |
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Hindi |
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Marathi |
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Geography |
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History |
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Economics |
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Mathematics |
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Politics |
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Psychology |
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Sanskrit |
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Sociology |
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Applied Statistics |
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| B. Voc. |
Media & Communication |
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Digital Art & Animation |
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B. Sc. |
Animation |
Passed Class 12th Examinations in Science Stream |
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Biotechnology |
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Botany |
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Chemistry |
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Computer Science |
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Electronic Science |
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Geology |
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Mathematics |
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Microbiology |
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Physics |
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Statistics |
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Zoology |
For Postgraduate Admissions:
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Course |
Specializations | Eligibility |
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M. A. |
Economics |
Bachelors in Arts in concerned subjects with almost 50% Aggregate Marks |
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English |
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Marathi |
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Psychology |
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| M. Sc. | Analytical Chemistry |
Bachelors in Science in concerned subjects with almost 50% Aggregate Marks |
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Biochemistry |
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Biotechnology |
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Botany |
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Computer Science |
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Computer Applications |
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Data Science |
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Electronic Science |
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Environmental Science |
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Geology |
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Microbiology |
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Organic Chemistry |
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Physics |
Fees at Fergusson College
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Course |
Fees |
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M. Sc. |
₹ 50,780 (1st Year Fees) |
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B. Sc. |
₹ 11,135 (1st Year Fees) |
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BA |
₹ 9, 355 (1st Year Fees) |
| MA |
₹ 9,680 (1st Year Fees) |
| B. Voc. |
₹ 40,650 (1st Year Fees) |
| B. Voc. |
₹ 45,650 (1st Year Fees) |
Certificate Courses:
- Photography
- Counseling Psychology
- Intellectual Property Rights
- Women & Development
- American Studies
- MEAN STACK Web Development
- Yoga & Meditation
Ranking of the Fergusson College
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Fergusson College Pune Raking According to the |
# In 17,869 All Universities in the World | # in 3,604 All Universities in India |
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Total H Index |
9,883 | 1,571 |
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Last 6 years H Index |
9,967 | 1,611 |
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Total i10 Index |
10,100 |
1,634 |
| Last 6 years i10 Index | 9,934 |
1,604 |
| Total Citations | 8,492 |
1,223 |
| Last 6 years Citations | 10,061 |
1,602 |
Subject Groups at Fergusson College
- Compulsory English
- Hindi or Sanskrit or Logic
- Geography or Philosophy or Statistics or Applied Mathematics or Applied Statistics
- Politics or Psychology
- Marathi French or German
- Optional English or History or Industrial Mathematics or Mathematical Statistics
- Economics or Sociology or Mathematics
Sections at Fergusson College
Junior Wing:
It is a junior college for students graduating from school. Here, courses are offered in Arts and Science streams. At the end, students can appear for the Higher Secondary State Certificate examination.
Senior Wing:
It offers Bachelor’s Degrees in almost 29 Disciplines and Master’s Degrees in nearly about 16 Disciplines.
Departments
The senior wing of Fergusson University has almost 14 Arts & 16 Science Departments.
Arts
Departments:
- Marathi
- Hindi
- Economics
- English
- French
- Geography
- German
- Gymkhana
- History
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sanskrit
- Sociology
Science
Departments:
- Animation
- Biotechnology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Digital Art & Animation
- Electronics Science
- Environmental Science
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Media & Communication
- Microbiology
- Photography
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
Associated Institutes
This college splits its campus with the Institute of Management Development and Research in Pune and also from Jaganath Rathi Vocational & Training Institute.
These institutes are managed by the Deccan Education Society. Brihan Maharashtra College of Commerce is intimately associated with this college.
Bai Jerbai Wadia Library
In 1929, this library was formed by industrialists Sir Cusrow Wadia and Sir Ness Wadia in remembrance of their mother. The Main Library which is on the ground floor has over 300,000 Books and Research Journals.
The 1st floor of the library serves as a Reading Hall for Students. It accommodates almost 400 students. The floors on top of this floor are not publicly reachable without preceding arrangement. This library has a collection of Statues and Posters devoted to National Leaders and Educationalists.
In 1955, this building was expanded with the support and help of government grants. Further, it was extended in 1982 with grants & funds from the Central government.
Botanical Garden
In 1902, the Botanical Garden was established on the campus. It is on taland area of almost 2 acres. Botany students planted species including Elaeocarpus, Araucaria, and Mahogany.
This garden was ruined in 1961 when the Panshet dam was breached. After ages, it was re-established by the Pune Municipal Corporation, Association of Herbal Drugs, and Deccan Education Society.
Some plants found there are Saraca Indica the bark of which is used to heal skin diseases and as a tonic. Terminalia Arjuna which is used to treat jaundice is also found here.
Gymkhana & Grounds
Cricket, Hockey, and Football are played on the main ground which has a drainage system that enables play during monsoons. Two Asphalted Basketball Courts are close to the main ground.
A second ground which is to the south has courts for Volleyball and Handball with facilities for Indian sports like Kabaddi and Kho-Kho.
Also, services for Badminton and other indoor games are available here. The Gymnasium Building at this college provides training for Boxing, Wrestling, Judo, and Yoga. It has Tennis courts on the eastern side of the campus.
Residences
There are 6 hostel blocks for the students at this college in which 4 blocks are for boys and 2 blocks are for girls. The total capacity of the hostels is nearly about 587 students.
The hostels for the Boys at this college are to the north of the campus. The hostels for the Girls are to the East. Also, this college has quarters for its faculty and staff members. The Principal of this college is accommodated in a bungalow at the main entrance of the college.
Also, some members of the teaching staff have been provided with residential facilities on the campus including independent bungalows. At this college, there are some flats formed with financial help from the University Grants Commission.
New Academic Complex
In 2004, the New Academic Complex was formed at the northern end of the campus. This building is designed in a Modern Architecture style. This building houses the Junior College and the DES Law College.
NM Wadia Amphitheatre
The Amphitheatre of this college comprises 3 3-story buildings and is to the west of the Central Garden. This building has an Auditorium with a seating capacity of around about 1,000 people. It is at a distance from the Lecture Halls. This Amphitheatre celebrated its 100 years.
National Service Scheme
The national Service Scheme is recognized as NSS. It is a community service program by the Ministry of Human Development Resources. Its motto is Not Me but You. It aims to build up the personality of the student through community service.
The SS Unit of this college began with almost 50 students. Currently, this unit comprises almost 200 students from Senior College and around about 100 students from Junior College. It helps the students to understand National Integration and Social problems.
Affiliations:
- Savitribai Phule Pune University
- University Grants Commission
Contact Us:
Address:
Fergusson College Road, 411004, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Phone No:
+91 20 6765 6000
Official Website:
www.fergusson .edu
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
What minimum % requires getting into this college?
The minimum % required at this college is almost 50%.
What is the gender percentage at this college?
The gender ratio at this college from male to female is almost 46: 54.
What are the values of this college?
- Obligation to Excellence
- Respect for All People
- Alliances with the Community
- Experimentation & Creativity
- Encouragement of Innovation
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