Darjeeling Government College B.Sc {Hons.} Microbiology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The department is staffed by three Ph.D.-holding faculty members, including the department head, who are noted for being friendly and helpful, though their teaching effectiveness receives mixed reviews. Exams are generally easier internally compared to the challenging odd semester exams where students struggle to score high, despite a pass being achievable. The student-to-teacher ratio varies; the Bengali department enjoys a favorable ratio with 3-4 teachers for 5-7 students, but the Microbiology department faces challenges with over 60 students and only three teachers.

Botany and Zoology departments have a balanced ratio, though issues with class sincerity persist. College fees are affordable, with the first semester costing Rs. 660, and additional fees include a late fee of Rs. 50 and examination fees of Rs. 1,030. Admission fees are Rs. 1,435, bringing the total college fee to Rs. 7,105. Scholarships such as the Swami Vivekanand Scholarship and the Akyashree Scholarship, valued at Rs. 20,000 and Rs.

18,000 respectively, are available. ST/SC students have easier access to seats, while OBC category B students face more challenges in securing places.