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University Maharaja College (UMC), Jaipur, is a prestigious government constituent college of the University of Rajasthan, established in 1844. It offers a 3-year full-time Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] in Geography as part of the B.Sc Bio Group or Maths Group (Pass Course), where students study Geography along with two other science subjects. The total seat intake for the B.Sc Bio Group and Maths Group combined is 720 seats across all subject combinations. The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode, and the total fees for the entire 3-year programme is approximately Rs. 24,715. The programme is popular for its experienced faculty, well-equipped geography laboratory, historic campus, and strong academic environment.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session have been completed. Applications were open from June 2 to June 11, 2026, with the first merit list released on June 18, 2026. For the 2027-28 session, applications are expected to open around May 28, 2027, based on the previous year's schedule.

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University Maharaja College is a boys-only government constituent college of the University of Rajasthan, one of the most prestigious science colleges in Rajasthan.
Geography is offered in both Bio Group (e.g., Botany-Geography-Zoology, Chemistry-Geography-Zoology) and Maths Group (e.g., Geography-Mathematics-Physics) combinations.
The Department of Geography at UMC is headed by Dr. Mahipal Singh Sihag, a well-known professor in Rajasthan.
The campus spans 20 acres with a large library (1 lakh+ books), modern labs, WiFi, hostels, sports grounds (Kachawa Stadium), and a canteen.
Admission is purely merit-based on Class 12 board marks; no entrance exam is required.

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UMC B.Sc Geography Fees

The B.Sc (Geography) programme at University Maharaja College is highly affordable, being a government constituent college of the University of Rajasthan. The annual tuition fee is approximately Rs. 7,000, and the exam registration fee ranges from Rs. 1,800 to Rs. 2,500 per year. The total fee for the entire 3-year programme is approximately Rs. 24,715. Hostel facility is available separately at approximately Rs. 3,000 per month (inclusive of mess charges) and is not mandatory.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Per Year)	Total (3 Years)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 7,000	Rs. 21,000
Exam Registration Fee	Rs. 1,800 - 2,500	Rs. 5,400 - 7,500
Total Fees	Rs. 8,800 - 9,500	Rs. 24,715 (approx.)

Hostel fee is approximately Rs. 3,000 per month (includes mess charges).
Hostel is not mandatory.
Fees are subject to revision by the University of Rajasthan.
SC/ST/OBC students may be eligible for fee concessions as per government norms.

UMC B.Sc Geography Admission 2026

Admission to the B.Sc (Geography) programme at University Maharaja College is merit-based, conducted through the University of Rajasthan's centralised admission process. Students must collect the application form offline from the college campus, fill it, attach required documents, and submit it before the deadline. Merit lists are released in multiple stages (typically 4-6 rounds), and selected candidates must report for document verification and fee payment.

Important Dates

Event	2026-27 (Actual)	2027-28 (Tentative)
Application Form Availability	June 2, 2026	May 28, 2027
Last Date to Submit Application	June 11, 2026	June 8, 2027
First Merit List Publication	June 18, 2026	June 18, 2027
Document Verification (1st List)	June 24-26, 2026	June 24-26, 2027
Subsequent Merit Lists	As required	As required
Commencement of Classes	July 2026	July 2027

Entrance Exam

Entrance Exam (Not Applicable)
No entrance exam is required for admission to B.Sc (Geography) at University Maharaja College. Admission is purely merit-based on Class 12 board marks. CUET scores are not required.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Class 10+2 (Science stream) from a recognised board with Geography or relevant science subjects.
Minimum 50% marks in Class 12 for General category; relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per Rajasthan government norms.
Candidates must be male (University Maharaja College is a boys-only institution).

Admission Process

Collect the application form from the University Maharaja College campus after paying the application fee.
Fill in all required details and attach photocopies of Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, transfer certificate, character certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and passport-size photographs.
Submit the filled form to the college before the last date.
Check the merit list on the official University of Rajasthan admission portal.
If selected, report to the college for document verification with original documents.
Pay the admission fee to confirm the seat.

UMC B.Sc Geography Scholarships 2026

Students enrolled in the B.Sc (Geography) programme at University Maharaja College are eligible for several government scholarships. The Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Scholarship is particularly popular, with students who scored 60%+ in Class 12 from the Rajasthan Board being eligible. Science students can also benefit from the INSPIRE scholarship for top academic performers.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Applicable For
Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Scholarship (CM Higher Education Scholarship)	60%+ in Class 12 from Rajasthan Board; family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Rs. 500/month (Rs. 5,000/year) for up to 5 years	All students (Rajasthan domicile)
INSPIRE Scholarship (DST)	Top 1% in Class 12 board; pursuing Natural/Basic Sciences	Rs. 80,000/year (Rs. 60,000 + Rs. 20,000 for research)	Science students
Post Matric Scholarship (SJE)	SC/ST/OBC/SBC students	As per government norms	SC/ST/OBC/SBC students
NSP Central Sector Scholarship	Top 20 percentile in Class 12; family income below Rs. 8 lakh/year	Rs. 10,000/year (UG)	All students
MHRD Scholarship	As per government norms	As per government norms	Eligible students

Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Scholarship applications are submitted through the SSO Rajasthan portal (sso.rajasthan.gov.in).
INSPIRE scholarship applications are submitted through the DST official portal.
Students must maintain minimum attendance and academic performance to retain scholarships.

UMC B.Sc Geography FAQs

Ques. Is University Maharaja College a boys-only college?

Ans. Yes, University Maharaja College, Jaipur, is a boys-only government constituent college of the University of Rajasthan. Female students seeking B.Sc admission in Jaipur may consider University Maharani College, which is the girls' counterpart.

Ques. Is there any entrance exam for B.Sc (Geography) admission at University Maharaja College?

Ans. No, there is no entrance exam required. Admission is purely merit-based on Class 12 board marks. CUET scores are not required. Students simply need to fill the application form and wait for the merit list.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc (Geography) at University Maharaja College?

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year B.Sc programme is approximately Rs. 24,715, which includes tuition fee (Rs. 7,000/year) and exam registration fee (Rs. 1,800-2,500/year). This makes it one of the most affordable B.Sc programmes in Rajasthan.

Ques. In which subject combinations can I study Geography at University Maharaja College?

Ans. Geography is available in multiple subject combinations: in the Bio Group (e.g., Botany-Geography-Zoology, Chemistry-Geography-Zoology) and in the Maths Group (e.g., Geography-Mathematics-Physics). Students choose their preferred combination at the time of admission.

Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc (Geography) from University Maharaja College?

Ans. Graduates can pursue M.Sc/M.A. Geography, B.Ed for teaching, urban planning, environmental management, GIS/remote sensing industry, government services (Survey of India, forest department, UPSC, RPSC), and competitive exams. Geography graduates are also eligible for civil services examinations.

Ques. How competitive is admission to University Maharaja College for B.Sc?

Ans. Admission is highly competitive as the college is one of the top science colleges in Rajasthan. For General category, students typically need 90%+ marks in Class 12 to secure admission in the first merit list. The college releases multiple merit lists, so students with lower percentages may also get a chance in later rounds.

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UMC B.Sc Geography Fees

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UMC B.Sc Geography Admission 2026

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UMC B.Sc Geography Scholarships 2026

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