Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Degree College Lucknow BA Home Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year BA Home Science programme at RPMDC, Lucknow is INR 1,83,600. This covers the complete programme duration as per the college fee schedule. No separate hostel charges are included in this amount. Students from reserved categories and economically weaker sections can apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal to offset the cost of the programme at RPMDC throughout their studies.

Ans. CUET-UG score is accepted for admission to BA Home Science at RPMDC, as the college is affiliated with the University of Lucknow. Candidates with a valid CUET-UG score may apply through the LU admission portal. Those who have not appeared for CUET-UG can apply offline at the RPMDC campus, where admission is based on Class 12 aggregate marks from any stream, as no specific background is required for Home Science at the 10+2 level.

Ans. The BA Home Science programme at RPMDC covers human nutrition, food science, child development and family studies, textiles and clothing, household resource management, extension education, and community health and hygiene across six semesters under the University of Lucknow curriculum. Practical sessions form an essential component of the programme, enabling students to apply theoretical concepts in nutrition planning, textile care, and child development practice throughout the degree.

Ans. Graduates of BA Home Science from RPMDC can pursue M.Sc Home Science, M.Sc Nutrition, or B.Ed in Home Science for advanced study and teaching careers. Career options include school teacher after B.Ed, nutrition counsellor, anganwadi supervisor, and community development extension worker under government health and welfare programmes. Graduates may also work in the textile and consumer products sectors in quality and customer education roles.

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 from any stream from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 50% (45% for reserved category candidates). No specific subject background is required at 10+2 level, making the programme open to Arts, Science, and Commerce students. A valid CUET-UG score is accepted for University of Lucknow affiliated admission, or candidates may apply at the RPMDC campus based on Class 12 marks.

Ans. Yes, BA Home Science students at RPMDC can apply for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/EWS students and the Central Sector Scheme for top Class 12 performers with family income below INR 8 LPA. Both scholarships are applied for on the National Scholarship Portal. Students should submit applications before the annual deadlines set by the state and central government to receive timely disbursement of the scholarship amount each year.