College

Pandit Chiranji Lal Sharma Government College, Karnal

Karnal, Haryana · State govt · Est. 1976

Also known as Pt. Chiranji Lal Sharma Govt PG College Karnal, PTCLS Government College Karnal, Government College Karnal

About Pandit Chiranji Lal Sharma Government College, Karnal

Pandit Chiranji Lal Sharma Government College is a Haryana government college in Sector 14, Karnal, offering arts, commerce, science, computer and mass communication courses.

Pandit Chiranji Lal Sharma Government College is a government postgraduate college in the Urban Estate area of Karnal. Its website lists a wide spread of undergraduate programmes: BA and BA with an English major, B.Com, BCA, a bachelor’s in mass communication, B.Sc with an IT major, four-year B.Sc programmes in life and physical sciences, tourism management and home science. At the PG level it offers MA in Economics, English, History, Mass Communication and Psychology, M.Com, and M.Sc in Computer Science and Mathematics, plus a PG diploma in guidance and counselling. Third-party listings describe a large campus and a 1976 founding.

Courses and fees

CourseModeDurationSeatsFee per yearTotal fee
Bachelor of Arts Full-time 3 yrs — — —
Bachelor of Commerce Full-time 3 yrs — — —
Bachelor of Computer Applications Full-time 3 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

Applications are made online and admission is on merit from qualifying examination marks. Scanned copies of original documents are uploaded with the form. Applicants who miss the deadline can only compete in open online counselling for vacant seats.

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 Computer Applications: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks (some run a mathematics bridge course)
  • 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.

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Facilities

  • Library
  • Labs

Where these courses lead

Media

Journalist

Minimum: UG

Journalists find, check and report news and stories for newspapers, TV, radio and digital media. Many study journalism and mass communication after…

Education

School Teacher

Minimum: UG

School teachers plan lessons, teach classes and help children learn and grow. In India most posts need a graduate degree with a…

Education

Professor

Minimum: PG

Professors teach college and university students and carry out research in their subject. The entry post in India is Assistant Professor, which…

Law

Lawyer

Minimum: UG

Lawyers advise clients on legal matters and represent them in courts and tribunals. In India a law graduate enrols as an advocate…

Finance

Chartered Accountant

Minimum: Class 12

Chartered accountants audit accounts, advise on tax and help businesses manage money. In India you qualify through the Institute of Chartered Accountants…

Finance

Financial Analyst

Minimum: UG

Financial analysts study companies, markets and economic data to guide investment and business decisions. People who publish research reports on securities in…

Business and Management

Business Analyst

Minimum: UG

Business analysts study how an organisation works and recommend better processes, products or systems, often using data. They act as a bridge…

Technology

Software Engineer

Minimum: UG

Software engineers design, write and test the programs and apps people use every day. In India most enter the field after a…

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Frequently asked questions

Is admission at PT CLS Government College Karnal merit-based?

Yes, admission is on merit from qualifying exam marks through online applications.

Which PG courses are offered?

MA in Economics, English, History, Mass Communication and Psychology, M.Com, and M.Sc in Computer Science and Mathematics.

Does the college offer BCA?

Yes, a three-year Bachelor of Computer Application.

Sources

This page is being re-verified. Please confirm details on the official website.

Information verified on 16 Oct 2026

  1. Pandit Chiranji Lal Sharma Government College, Karnal - Home · Official site, accessed 16 Oct 2026
  2. Pt. Chiranji Lal Sharma Govt PG College Karnal - Collegedunia · Editorial, accessed 16 Oct 2026