About Ranchi Women’s College
Ranchi Women’s College is a constituent autonomous women’s college of Ranchi University, founded in 1949, offering arts, science, commerce, B.Ed and PG courses.
Ranchi Women’s College was founded on 18 July 1949 and is a constituent college of Ranchi University that received UGC autonomy in 2011-12. It admits only women and works from two blocks on Circular Road in Ranchi: an arts block and a science, commerce and vocational block. The college teaches BA, B.Sc and B.Com (regular and vocational), MA, M.Sc and M.Com, and a B.Ed course, along with PG vocational programmes. It runs hostels for students, a placement cell and NSS and NCC units. UG admission is through the Jharkhand Chancellor Portal, with selection lists published by the college.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Education | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Merit, Entrance test
UG honours admission in BA, B.Sc and B.Com goes through the Jharkhand Chancellor Portal, after which the college publishes provisional selection lists. PG admission (MA, M.Sc, M.Com) follows the Ranchi University process, and B.Ed seats follow the state B.Ed entrance and counselling. Vocational courses are filled on merit through college lists.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Commerce: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks and may ask for Mathematics or Accountancy
- Bachelor of Education: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Commerce: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; B.Com (Hons/Pass) or equivalent such as BBA, BMS or BBE (University of Delhi)
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Hostel (girls)
- Library
- Labs
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC B++
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Other colleges in Ranchi
National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Ram Lakhan Singh Yadav College, Ranchi
Sai Nath University, Ranchi
Yogoda Satsanga Mahavidyalaya, Ranchi
Marwari College, Ranchi
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ranchi Women's College autonomous?
Yes, it is a constituent college of Ranchi University with UGC autonomy since 2011-12.
How do I get admission to UG courses?
Apply through the Jharkhand Chancellor Portal
Does the college have a hostel?
Yes, it runs women's hostels with selection lists published each session.
Sources
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Information verified on 12 Oct 2026
- Ranchi Women's College - Home · Official site, accessed 12 Oct 2026
- Ranchi Women's College - Collegedunia · Editorial, accessed 12 Oct 2026
- Ranchi Women's College - Wikipedia · Editorial, accessed 12 Oct 2026
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