University

SNDT Women’s University

Mumbai, Maharashtra · State govt · Est. 1916

Also known as Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women's University, SNDTWU, SNDT University

About SNDT Women’s University

SNDT Women’s University is a public university for women founded in 1916, with campuses at Churchgate and Juhu in Mumbai and on Karve Road in Pune.

SNDT Women’s University was founded in 1916 by Maharshi Dhondo Keshav Karve and is one of the oldest universities in India meant only for women. Its main campuses are at Churchgate and Juhu in Mumbai and on Karve Road in Pune, with further colleges at Shrivardhan and Chandrapur. Across these campuses it runs BA, B.Com, B.Sc (Home Science), BCA, BMS, B.Ed, B.Pharm, B.Tech, LLB and B.Sc Nursing at the undergraduate level. Postgraduate options include MA, M.Com, M.Sc, MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Pharm and LLM, and doctoral research is offered in more than thirty subjects. Undergraduate and postgraduate admissions are handled on separate online portals.

Courses and fees

CourseModeDurationSeatsFee per yearTotal fee
Diploma in Pharmacy Full-time — — — —
Bachelor of Arts Full-time — — — —
Bachelor of Commerce Full-time — — — —
Bachelor of Computer Applications Full-time — — — —
Bachelor of Education Full-time — — — —
Bachelor of Laws Full-time — — — —
Bachelor of Management Studies Full-time — — — —
Bachelor of Pharmacy Full-time — — — —
Bachelor of Science Full-time — — — —
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Full-time — — — —
Bachelor of Technology Full-time — — — —
Master of Arts Full-time — — — —
Master of Business Administration Full-time — — — —
Master of Commerce Full-time — — — —
Master of Computer Applications Full-time — — — —
Master of Laws Full-time — — — —
Master of Pharmacy Full-time — — — —
Master of Science Full-time — — — —
Master of Technology Full-time — — — —
Doctor of Philosophy 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

SNDT Women's University admits only women students. Undergraduate admissions for 2026-27 are done online through the university's digital university portal, and postgraduate first-year and second-year admissions through a separate Samarth admission portal. Programme-wise eligibility and any entrance requirements are given in the admission notices; candidates should check the campus (Churchgate, Juhu or Pune) that runs their chosen course.

Typical eligibility

  • Diploma in Pharmacy: Studying in: Class 12; Science subjects as specified by PCI; institution must be PCI-approved
  • 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 Education: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline
  • Bachelor of Laws: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in any discipline; BCI minimum not below 45%
  • Bachelor of Management Studies: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Mathematics; Mathematics or Applied Mathematics in Class 12 from a single recognised board; University of Delhi admits through CUET (UG) with one Language + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics + one List B subject + General Aptitude Test
  • Bachelor of Pharmacy: Studying in: Class 12; Science subjects as specified by PCI Education Regulations; institution must be PCI-approved for the degree to count for registration
  • Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Studying in: Class 12; Stream: Science (PCB); Must have studied: English; At least 45% marks in Class 12; minimum age 17 on 31 December of the admission year
  • Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
  • 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 Laws: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; LL.B. or equivalent law degree; final-year LL.B. students may apply
  • Master of Pharmacy: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Pharmacy; At least 55% marks in UG; B.Pharm from a PCI-approved institution; registration with the State Pharmacy Council (required by JSS AHER within one month of admission)
  • 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
  • Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
  • Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG

The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.

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Where these courses lead

Healthcare

Pharmacist

Minimum: Diploma

Pharmacists check prescriptions, dispense medicines and guide patients on safe use. In India you need a PCI-approved D.Pharm, B.Pharm or Pharm.D and…

Business and Management

Marketing Manager

Minimum: UG

Marketing managers plan how a product or service reaches customers through research, branding, advertising and sales campaigns. Many start after a BBA…

Science & Research

Research Scientist

Minimum: PG

Research scientists plan and run experiments to discover new knowledge or solve practical problems. In India most enter research through a master's…

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…

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Frequently asked questions

Is SNDT Women's University only for women?

Yes. It was set up in 1916 as a university only for women and still admits women students.

Where are the SNDT campuses?

Churchgate and Juhu in Mumbai, Karve Road in Pune, plus colleges at Shrivardhan and Chandrapur.

How do I apply for admission at SNDT?

UG admissions use the digital university portal (sndt.digitaluniversity.ac) and PG admissions use the Samarth portal (sndtadm.samarth.edu.in).

Does SNDT offer engineering?

Yes. B.Tech and M.Tech programmes are run at the Juhu campus.

Sources

Information verified on 26 Oct 2026

  1. SNDT Women's University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
  2. Contact Us - SNDT · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
  3. Admission 2026-27 - SNDT · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026