About Nirmala College, Ranchi
Nirmala College is a NAAC A-grade Christian minority college at Doranda in Ranchi, founded in 1969, teaching BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA and BBA, with MA and M.Com courses under Ranchi University.
Nirmala College was started in August 1969 by the Society of Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary, mainly to open higher education to young women of the region, and it now admits students of every community. The campus is at Doranda in Ranchi and the college is affiliated to Ranchi University. Honours degrees are offered in eight arts subjects, five science subjects and accounts, alongside vocational bachelor programmes in computer applications, information technology, business administration and fashion design. Postgraduate teaching covers MA in five subjects and M.Com. NAAC has graded the college A, and the UGC has named it a College with Potential for Excellence. Students also get add-on computer courses, NSS and NCC.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | 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
Applications are made online only, through the college website, soon after the Class 12 or degree results are out. Selection is on merit, with no entrance test; honours courses need at least 45% in the subject and 45% overall at Class 12, and PG courses need 45% in the subject at graduation. Selected names are put up on the website and notice board, and fees are paid at admission.
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 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)
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Library
- Labs
- Sports
- Hostel (girls)
- Cafeteria
- Medical
- Wi-Fi
- Accessibility
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Other colleges in Ranchi
Jharkhand State Open University
Jharkhand Raksha Shakti University, Ranchi
Ranchi Agriculture College, Kanke
National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Ram Lakhan Singh Yadav College, Ranchi
Ranchi Women’s College
Frequently asked questions
Which university is Nirmala College affiliated to?
Ranchi University.
Which degree courses are offered?
BA, B.Sc and B.Com honours, vocational BCA, BBA, IT and fashion design, and MA in five subjects plus M.Com.
How are students selected?
On merit through an online application
Is there a hostel?
Yes, the college runs Nirmala Hostel, with a separate admission form.
Sources
Information verified on 25 Oct 2026
- About Us - Nirmala College Ranchi · Official site, accessed 24 Oct 2026
- Admission Procedure - Nirmala College · Official site, accessed 24 Oct 2026
- Courses and Programmes - Nirmala College · Official site, accessed 24 Oct 2026
- Nirmala College AISHE 2023 data (Management: Private Aided) · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
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