CSMU B.S.W : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. BSW (Bachelor of Social Work) is a 3-year undergraduate programme that provides foundational knowledge and skills in social work theory, fieldwork, and community practice. MSW (Master of Social Work) is a 2-year postgraduate programme that offers advanced specialisation in areas such as community development, medical and psychiatric social work, and HR management. At CSMU, both BSW and MSW are offered. While MSW can be pursued after any bachelor's degree, having a BSW background gives students a significant advantage in the MSW programme as they already have fieldwork experience and theoretical grounding in social work.

Ans. Fieldwork is a core component of the BSW programme at CSMU. Students are placed in NGOs, government social welfare departments, hospitals, rehabilitation centres, community organisations, and industrial social work settings in and around Navi Mumbai and the Mumbai metropolitan region. Fieldwork is typically conducted in the second and third years of the programme and involves supervised practice under experienced social work professionals. Students maintain field journals and submit reports as part of their academic assessment.

Ans. Yes, students from all streams including Science, Commerce, and Arts are eligible to apply for BSW at CSMU. The only requirement is passing 10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. There is no mandatory subject requirement at the 10+2 level. BSW is a professional programme that values empathy, communication skills, and a genuine interest in social welfare, regardless of the student's academic background.

Ans. After completing BSW from CSMU, students can pursue MSW for advanced career opportunities. Career options include social worker in NGOs, government welfare departments, hospitals, schools, and rehabilitation centres; community development officer; HR executive (social work background is valued in HR); child welfare officer; probation officer; and roles in international organisations such as UNICEF, WHO, and UN agencies. The growing focus on corporate social responsibility (CSR) has also created new career opportunities for social work graduates in the corporate sector.

Ans. CUET-UG is not mandatory for BSW admission at CSMU. Students who have appeared in CUET-UG can use their scores for admission. However, students who have not appeared in CUET-UG can still apply directly through the CSMU admission portal (admissions.csmu.ac.in) and will be considered on the basis of their 10+2 marks or through the CSMU Common Entrance Test (CSMUCET). CSMU conducts its own merit-based selection process and shortlisted candidates are contacted for counselling.

Ans. Hostel accommodation at CSMU is completely optional and not mandatory for BSW students. For the academic year 2026-27, the annual hostel fee ranges from Rs. 92,000 (Triple Occupancy, Non-AC) to Rs. 1,40,000 (Double Occupancy, AC). Mess/food charges are separate and are set by the hostel management. Students who live in Navi Mumbai, Panvel, or nearby areas can commute to the campus, which is located near Shedung Toll Plaza on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, well-connected by road and rail.