Marwadi University Rajkot M.Sc Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. CUET-PG is not mandatory for admission to M.Sc Data Science at Marwadi University. The university primarily follows a merit-based admission process where your qualifying degree marks are the main criterion. However, if you have appeared in CUET-PG 2026, your scores can be submitted as part of your application. Students can apply directly through the university's online admission portal (admission.marwadiuniversity.ac.in) without waiting for CUET-PG results. This makes the process faster and more accessible for students from diverse academic backgrounds.

Ans. Students without a formal CS background can still be eligible for M.Sc Data Science at Marwadi University, provided they have Mathematics or Statistics as a subject either at the 10+2 level or at the UG level. For example, a B.Sc in Mathematics, B.Com with Business Mathematics, or even a BA with Statistics can qualify. The minimum aggregate required is 50% in the qualifying degree (45% for SC/ST). This broad eligibility makes the program accessible to students from science, commerce, and even some arts backgrounds with a quantitative foundation.

Ans. The total tuition fee for M.Sc Data Science is INR 1,80,000 for the full 2-year program, payable at INR 45,000 per semester. Fees are collected semester-wise, meaning you pay INR 45,000 at the start of each of the 4 semesters. The university does not explicitly advertise an EMI plan for tuition fees, but education loans through nationalized banks and the Vidya Lakshmi Portal are available, which effectively allow repayment in installments after course completion. Students eligible for MYSY or other government scholarships can get partial fee reimbursement directly to their bank accounts.

Ans. Marwadi University's overall placement statistics show 500+ recruiting companies, a highest package of INR 34.5 LPA (offered by Amazon), and 1,000+ students placed annually across all programs. For M.Sc Data Science specifically, the program's curriculum is aligned with industry needs in data engineering, analytics, and AI. Key recruiters visiting the campus include companies like SP Global, Infosense Global, MAQ Software, Simform, Synconics Technologies, and others in the IT/data space. The Semester 4 internship component also helps students secure pre-placement offers. However, dedicated placement data exclusive to M.Sc Data Science is not separately published by the university.

Ans. Hostel accommodation is not guaranteed but is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Marwadi University has 6 on-campus hostels with a capacity of 3,500+ students. On-campus options range from 8-bed non-AC rooms at INR 96,000/year to 2-bed AC rooms at INR 2,05,000/year. If on-campus rooms are full, the university also has tie-ups with multiple off-campus hostels in Rajkot (such as Utkarsh Boys Hostel, SREZ Hostels, Ishvar Heights, etc.) with transportation, starting from INR 1,05,000/year. Students are advised to apply for hostel accommodation early, ideally at the time of admission confirmation.

Ans. Yes, M.Sc Data Science students who are Gujarat domicile and have scored 80% or more in their Class 12 (Science or General stream) with family income below INR 6 lakh/year are eligible for MYSY. However, M.Sc falls under the "Other" category in MYSY's benefit structure (not Engineering/Technology), so the fee assistance is 50% of tuition fee up to a maximum of INR 10,000 per year. This means you can receive up to INR 10,000/year (INR 20,000 over 2 years) as tuition fee reimbursement. Additionally, if you stay in a hostel outside your taluka, you can claim INR 1,200/month for 10 months (INR 12,000/year) as hostel and food assistance. Applications must be submitted by December 31 each year on the MYSY portal (mysy.guj.nic.in).