Bhandarkars Arts and Science College, Kundapura

Bhandarkars Arts and Science College, Kundapura, is one of the best institutions that have been established and affiliated to the Karnataka state known in the country. The admissions at Bhandarkars Arts and Science College are merit and inclusive; it subscribes to an open-door policy to attract competent students from various backgrounds. The admission procedure at the college will initiate usually during the months that follow the announcement of the results of the 12th standard; however, dates may differ each year. Minimum requirements generally include completion of 10+2 or equivalent qualifying examination from recognized boards for admission into Bhandarkars Arts and Science College undergraduate programs. Specific subject requirements can depend on which course students apply for. For example, students applying for B.Sc programs should have studied relevant science subjects in their 12th standard, while those opting for B.A programs should have a strong foundation in humanities subjects.  However, the college may adopt other criteria like the merit of the overall academic record including extracurricular activities and any other achievement of the applicant.

Application Process

The application procedure for Bhandarkars Arts and Science College Kundapura is kept simple and user-friendly in such a way that any eligible candidate can apply. Here is a stepwise processor defining the application process:

1. Visit the official website of the college or collect the application form from the college admission office.

2. Fill in the application form completely and accurately. Do ensure that all required fields have been completed and that the information is correctly entered.

3. Attach to the application form all necessary documents as specified, for example:

• 10th standard mark sheet
• 12th standard mark sheet or equivalent
• Transfer certificate from the previous institution:
• Conduct certificate
• Caste certificate, if applicable
• Recent passport-size photographs

4. Pay the relevant application charge, the amount, and payment methods which will be detailed in the application form or on the college website.

5. The completed application form along with all the required documents, and the application fee should then be submitted under the college admission office by the stipulated deadline.

6. The submitted application will be scrutinized by the college, and the merit list will be drawn against the academic performance of the candidates based on certain other parameters.

7. Selected candidates may be called for the counseling session or interview based on their program and the number of applications received. 

8. Final selection is based on this merit list and depending on the outcome of the counselling/interview process.

9. Selected applicants will then be informed while they would also be called upon to go through the admission formalities of payment of fees and submitting original documents duly for verification.

Degree wise Admission Process

B.Sc: Bhandarkars Arts and Science College offers multiple B.Sc programs which differ with their subject combinations. These comprise Physics, Mathematics and Computer Science; Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry; Physics, Mathematics and Statistics; Botany, Zoology and Chemistry; Microbiology, Chemistry and Zoology; and Biotechnology, Biochemistry and Zoology. Admission to those programs is based on the merit of 12th standard results, emphasizing performance in science subjects.

B.A.: The college offers B.A programs with combinations like History, Economics and Kannada; English, Journalism and Psychology; and History, Sociology and Political Science. History, Economics and Political Science approaches a big consideration in the admission to this course.

BCA: The Bachelor of Computer Applications program enrolls students based on 12th standard results, with a strong preference for those with a background in mathematics and computer science.

BBA: Bachelor of Business Administration program selects candidates on the merit basis of overall performance in the 12th standard, where subjects are particularly focused on commerce business studies.

B.Com: B.Com admission is made based on the merit of the 12th standard results, especially in the performance of commerce-related subjects.