MGM Dr. GY Pathrikar College of Computer Science & Information Technology Aurangabad B.Sc + M.Sc Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 5-year integrated BSc plus MSc Data Science programme at MGM Dr. GY Pathrikar College of Computer Science and IT is INR 3,77,000 for the complete duration. This amount covers all five years and excludes hostel charges. Hostel accommodation is available separately on the MGM Campus, with boys hostel ranging from INR 78,040 to INR 2,25,700 per year and girls hostel from INR 52,360 to INR 2,35,330 per year based on room type chosen.

Ans. Admission to the integrated BSc plus MSc Data Science programme is either merit-based on Class 12 Science marks or through the MGM University Common Entrance Test conducted by the college. Candidates must have passed Class 12 in the Science stream from a recognised board with at least 50% marks in aggregate. CET-qualified candidates are invited for merit counselling at the campus.

Ans. The integrated BSc plus MSc Data Science programme spans 5 academic years under MGM University’s NEP 2020 Honours framework. The initial three years form the BSc Honours component covering foundational data science, statistics, and programming subjects. The final two years constitute the MSc specialisation in advanced machine learning, big data, and research methods. Students graduate with both BSc and MSc qualifications from MGM University. The NEP 2020 structure also permits exit and re-entry flexibility at the BSc level after completing three years.

Ans. Graduates of the integrated BSc plus MSc Data Science programme can pursue careers as data analysts, machine learning engineers, business intelligence analysts, and data science consultants in sectors such as IT, banking, healthcare, and e-commerce. The MSc-level qualification also makes graduates eligible to apply for PhD or research programmes at universities in India and abroad. The dual qualification is additionally useful for academic and subject matter expert roles in corporate training environments.

Ans. Yes, eligible students can apply for the Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/VJ-NT/OBC/SBC students and the NSP PM-USP Yojana for SC/ST/Minority and OBC-NCL students. The MGM Merit Scholarship is also available for students with outstanding academic records. Scholarship amounts are as per the respective government and college norms at the time of disbursal.

Ans. MGM Dr. GY Pathrikar College of Computer Science and IT is a constituent college of MGM University, Aurangabad, a private university established in 2019 and accredited with NAAC A grade. MGM University is recognised by the UGC under Section 2(f) and operates under the NEP 2020 framework for undergraduate programmes. All courses including the integrated Data Science programme are governed under MGM University regulations.