About Government College, Dharamshala
Government College Dharamshala in Kangra district is one of Himachal’s oldest colleges, NAAC B++, with arts, science, commerce, BBA, BCA, MBA and MCA courses.
Government College Dharamshala is a long-established co-educational state college in Kangra district, affiliated to Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla. It holds a NAAC B++ grade from its third cycle, valid until December 2027. Besides BA, B.Sc and B.Com (with honours options) and B.Voc courses in retail and hospitality, it runs self-financing BBA and BCA programmes with 60 seats each. At PG level it offers MA, M.Sc, M.Com, MBA, MCA and PGDCA. The 12-acre campus has boys’ and girls’ hostels, labs, a library and a placement cell.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Full-time | — | 60 | — | — |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications | Full-time | — | 60 | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | — | 40 | — | — |
| Master of Business Administration Accepts: CMAT; HPCET; HPU MAT |
Full-time | — | 60 | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Computer Applications | Full-time | — | 60 | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
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
Most UG seats (BA, B.Sc, B.Com) are filled on merit using Class 12 marks after an application to the college. Self-financing courses such as BCA or BBA may use a short entrance test along with marks. PG seats are given on graduation marks or the affiliating university's entrance test, followed by counselling, document checks and fee payment.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Business Administration: 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 Business Administration: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline
- 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 Computer Applications: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; BCA, B.Sc (CS/IT) or equivalent
- 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 (boys)
- Hostel (girls)
- Library
- Labs
- Sports
- Cafeteria
- Medical
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC B++ (valid until 2027-12-26)
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Other colleges in Dharamshala
Central University of Himachal Pradesh
Frequently asked questions
Is Government College Dharamshala NAAC accredited?
Yes, NAAC B++ (third cycle), valid until 26 December 2027 as per the listing.
How are BBA students selected?
Through a written test, group discussion and interview, with extra weightage for Commerce or Maths at Class 12.
Which exams does its MBA accept?
CMAT, HPCET or the HPU MAT score.
Sources
This page is being re-verified. Please confirm details on the official website.
Information verified on 16 Oct 2026
- Government College, Dharamshala - Careers360 · Editorial, accessed 16 Oct 2026
- Home - GOVT. COLLEGE DHARAMSHALA · Official site, accessed 17 Oct 2026
- List of Govt. Colleges - Himachal Pradesh University · Official site, accessed 17 Oct 2026
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