Bachelor of Arts [BA]
at Dr. G. Shankar Government Women's First Grade College and Post Graduate Study Centre
About Bachelor of Arts [BA]
Dr. G. Shankar Government Women’s First Grade College, Udupi, offers a three-year full-time BA programme in eight specializations: Economics, History, Journalism, Kannada, Political Science, Psychology, Rural Development, and Sociology. Affiliated to Mangalore University, the programme is open exclusively to women students. All specializations carry a uniform total fee of INR 9,770 over three years, with admission decided purely on merit.
Admission Status: BA 2026-27 admissions are currently open. Applications are being accepted through June 2026; merit lists will be published between June and July 2026.
Key Points
- BA Journalism covers digital media, broadcast journalism, and media ethics, offering a practical foundation for careers in print, broadcast, and online media.
- BA Rural Development focuses on panchayati raj, rural sociology, and development administration, one of the few BA-level specializations in Karnataka oriented towards rural governance careers.
- BA Psychology includes counselling foundations and developmental psychology, providing a pathway into applied counselling and postgraduate study in clinical psychology.
Dr. G. Shankar Women’s College BA Fees 2026
All eight BA specializations at Dr. G. Shankar Government Women’s College carry a uniform total fee of INR 9,770 for the complete three-year programme, structured across three annual instalments.
| Course | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|---|
| BA Economics | INR 9,770 |
| BA History | INR 9,770 |
| BA Journalism | INR 9,770 |
| BA Kannada | INR 9,770 |
| BA Political Science | INR 9,770 |
| BA Psychology | INR 9,770 |
| BA Rural Development | INR 9,770 |
| BA Sociology | INR 9,770 |
- Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
Dr. G. Shankar Women’s College BA Admission 2026
Admission to all BA specializations is merit-based with no entrance examination. Women candidates who have passed 10+2 in any stream may apply through the college portal at gfgc.kar.nic.in/udupi-women or directly at the college office.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Window | May to June 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | June to July 2026 |
| Document Verification | July 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | July 2026 |
- Admission notifications are posted at gfgc.kar.nic.in/udupi-women and the college notice board.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognised board in any stream; open to women candidates only.
- A minimum of 35 to 45 percent aggregate in the qualifying examination is generally required; SC, ST, and OBC candidates receive relaxation as per Karnataka government norms.
- No entrance examination is conducted; selection is purely on 10+2 merit.
Admission Process
- Obtain the application form from the college office or download from gfgc.kar.nic.in/udupi-women.
- Submit the completed form with 10+2 mark sheet, transfer certificate, community certificate (if applicable), and a recent photograph.
- Track the merit list on the college notice board or official website; shortlisted candidates are called for document verification.
- Attend document verification, pay the first-year fee instalment, and complete enrolment formalities.
✓ Opt for this if
- Women in Udupi and coastal Karnataka seeking an affordable BA degree
- Fee-sensitive students for whom INR 9,770 over three years is decisive
- Candidates targeting civil services, teaching, or Karnataka government roles
- Students planning MA, B.Ed, or PG programmes after graduation
- Those specifically interested in BA Rural Development or BA Journalism, rare at government degree college level
✗ Skip if
- You expect campus placement drives post-graduation
- You need a NAAC A or A+ grade college for postgraduate admissions preference
- You prefer a metro city college with industry tie-ups and internship programmes
- Male students or candidates seeking co-education options
Dr. G. Shankar Women’s College BA Scholarships 2026
Several central and state government scholarships are available to BA students at this college, covering tuition and other fees for eligible SC, ST, OBC, and merit-based categories.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | Full to partial tuition fee | SC, ST students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per year |
| PM Yasasvi Scholarship | As per government notification | OBC, EBC, DNT students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per year |
| Karnataka Vidyasiri Scholarship | Tuition and other fees | SC, ST, OBC Karnataka domicile students |
| Central Sector Scholarship | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20 percent in 10+2 board with family income below INR 8,00,000 per year |
- SC, ST, and OBC students should register at scholarships.gov.in within the annual window.
- Karnataka Vidyasiri applicants apply through kswdc.karnataka.gov.in.
- Merit scholarships require minimum attendance per Mangalore University norms.
Dr. G. Shankar Women’s College BA FAQs
Ques. Which BA specialization has better career scope at this college, Journalism or Psychology?
Ans. Both are viable depending on your direction. BA Journalism covers digital media, print, broadcast, and media ethics, positioning graduates for media industry roles or MA Journalism. BA Psychology covers counselling foundations and developmental psychology, which is more useful if you plan to pursue MA Psychology or clinical counselling careers. Both are three-year programmes with identical fees of INR 9,770.
Ques. Is this college only for women, and can men apply for the BA programme?
Ans. Yes, Dr. G. Shankar Government Women’s First Grade College, Udupi, is exclusively for women students. Administered by the Karnataka Department of Collegiate Education, only women candidates are eligible to apply for any BA specialization.
Ques. What documents are required at the time of BA admission?
Ans. You will need your 10+2 mark sheet, transfer certificate, community certificate (if applicable), income certificate (for scholarship applications), and a recent passport-size photograph. SC, ST, and OBC candidates should keep their caste certificates ready for both admission and scholarship purposes.
Ques. Is BA Rural Development a practical choice, and what are the career options after it?
Ans. BA Rural Development is one of the few BA-level programmes focused on panchayati raj, rural sociology, and development administration. After graduation, it opens pathways to MA Rural Development, PG Diploma in Rural Management, Karnataka government rural sector roles, NGO work, and development sector positions. It is a niche specialization with specific career relevance in Karnataka’s rural governance sector.
Ques. Does this college have hostel facilities for outstation women students?
Ans. Dr. G. Shankar Government Women’s College, Udupi, is a day college under the Karnataka Department of Collegiate Education. Outstation women students typically arrange private accommodation in Udupi, which has a wide range of affordable paying-guest and hostel options near Ajjarkad where the college is located. Prospective students should contact the college office directly at 0820-2527955 for current accommodation guidance.
Ques. Does the college offer formal campus placements after the BA programme?
Ans. Formal campus placement drives are not a standard feature at this government degree college. Graduates primarily proceed to postgraduate study such as MA, B.Ed, MBA, or law, or apply independently for government jobs and NGO positions. Candidates expecting active corporate placement support would be better suited to a private college with dedicated placement infrastructure.