Pillai College of Arts, Commerce and Science (PCACS), Navi Mumbai, offers a full-time B.Sc in 10 specializations across 3-year and 4-year Hons tracks under NEP 2020. Fees start at INR 1,29,660 for Economics and go up to INR 6,25,000 for B.Sc Hons Fashion Design. The 3-year B.Sc is merit-based on Class 12 marks through University of Mumbai CAP. The 4-year Hons requires CUET.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 25 August 2026.
Key Points
- B.Sc AI and Machine Learning is one of the few Mumbai-area undergraduate programmes covering both artificial intelligence and machine learning as core subjects
- B.Sc Aviation at PCACS is a rare specialization among Mumbai autonomous colleges, covering aviation operations and hospitality management
- The 4-year B.Sc Hons tracks under NEP 2020 include a research dissertation, differentiating them from the standard 3-year B.Sc
PCACS B.Sc Fees 2026
PCACS B.Sc is available as a 3-year standard degree and a 4-year Honours degree. All fees below are total programme costs.
| Course Name | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|
| B.Sc (Economics) | 3 Years | INR 1,29,660 |
| B.Sc (Information Technology) | 3 Years | INR 1,45,500 |
| B.Sc (Biotechnology) | 3 Years | INR 1,47,000 |
| B.Sc (Computer Science) / B.Sc (Computational Physics) | 3 Years | INR 1,57,500 |
| B.Sc (Psychology) | 3 Years | INR 2,22,000 |
| B.Sc (Fashion Design and Technology) | 3 Years | INR 2,26,830 |
| B.Sc (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) | 3 Years | INR 2,42,340 |
| B.Sc (Interior Design) | 3 Years | INR 2,62,590 |
| B.Sc (Aviation) | 3 Years | INR 2,86,560 |
| B.Sc Hons (Economics) | 4 Years | INR 1,82,680 |
| B.Sc Hons (Information Technology) | 4 Years | INR 2,16,480 |
| B.Sc Hons (Computer Science) | 4 Years | INR 2,33,000 |
| B.Sc Hons (AI and Machine Learning) | 4 Years | INR 3,63,680 |
| B.Sc Hons (Hospitality Management) | 4 Years | INR 5,00,000 |
| B.Sc Hons (Psychology) | 4 Years | INR 5,96,000 |
| B.Sc Hons (Interior Design) | 4 Years | INR 6,00,000 |
| B.Sc Hons (Fashion Design and Technology) | 4 Years | INR 6,25,000 |
- 3-year B.Sc admitted via UM CAP on HSC merit.
- 4-year B.Sc Hons requires CUET score.
- Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
PCACS B.Sc Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CAP pre-registration deadline | August 25, 2026 |
| Merit list rounds (UM CAP) | August to September 2026 |
| Class commencement | September 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 in Science stream from a recognised board with at least 45% aggregate marks
- B.Sc CS and AI and ML require Mathematics at Class 12 with at least 60%
- B.Sc Psychology accepts students from any stream with 50% aggregate
Admission Process
- Register on the University of Mumbai CAP portal and select PCACS under B.Sc
- Submit HSC marksheet during the UM registration window and pay the application fee
- Seat allotted through UM merit rounds based on Class 12 aggregate percentage
- Accept allotment and pay fees within the round deadline to confirm the seat
PCACS B.Sc vs Other Colleges
Here is how PCACS B.Sc compares with similar Mumbai colleges on fees, admission, cutoff, and placements.
| College | Fees | Exams | Cutoff | Salary | CD Rating |
|---|
| PCACS Navi Mumbai | 1.30 to 6.25 L | HSC merit
CUET (Hons) | Not Disclosed | INR 3 LPA (Avg, 2024) | Not Rated |
| K.J. Somaiya College | 0.49 L | HSC merit | 50 to 75% (Round 4, 2024) | INR 10.7 LPA (Avg, 2025) | Not Rated |
| Ramnarain Ruia College | 0.56 to 1.97 L | HSC merit | 73.5% (Round 4, 2024) | INR 3 LPA (Avg, 2025) | Not Rated |
| Bhavan’s College | 0.35 to 1.52 L | HSC merit | 50 to 76.5% (2026) | INR 2.85 LPA (Avg, 2025) | Not Rated |
✓ Opt for this if
- A niche specialization like Aviation, AI and ML, or Interior Design in Navi Mumbai is the priority
- A 4-year B.Sc Hons with a research component under NEP 2020 is preferred over a standard 3-year B.Sc
✗ Skip if
- Budget is tight and a traditional Mumbai college with lower fees in Physics, Chemistry, or Biology is acceptable
- Campus placement above INR 8 LPA immediately after a 3-year B.Sc is the primary requirement
PCACS B.Sc Placement 2024
In 2023-24, 559 of 1,439 UG graduates were placed campus-wide, with the highest package at INR 9 LPA and the average at INR 3 LPA. B.Sc Computer Science, IT, and AI and ML graduates most commonly receive campus offers from TCS, Infosys, and Wipro. Many B.Sc graduates also pursue M.Sc or MBA programmes after the 3-year degree.
| Metric | Figure |
|---|
| UG Students Placed | 559 |
| Highest Package | INR 9 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 3 LPA |
| Median Salary | INR 2.5 LPA |
PCACS B.Sc Scholarships 2026
B.Sc students at PCACS may avail government freeship and reserved category support through national and state schemes.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Maharashtra State Government Freeship | Full fee waiver | Maharashtra domicile EWS/OBC/SC/ST students |
| Central Government OBC/SC/ST Scholarship (NSP) | As per government norms | Eligible reserved category candidates |
| Merit Scholarship | Variable | Top academic performers |
- Maharashtra domicile is required for state freeship eligibility.
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