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About Hansraj College

Hansraj College is a well-established co-educational constituent college of the University of Delhi, situated in the North Campus area of New Delhi. Founded on 26 July 1948 in memory of Mahatma Hansraj, the institution has developed into a prominent centre for higher education in commerce, science, humanities and social sciences. It combines academic learning with research activities, student societies, cultural programmes, career development initiatives and extracurricular opportunities.

The college follows the academic framework of the University of Delhi and awards degrees through the university. Its programmes attract students interested in academic research, corporate careers, financial services, consulting, scientific disciplines, public service, postgraduate study and other professional pathways.

College Overview and Key Details

Particular

Details

College name

Hansraj College

University

University of Delhi

Establishment year

1948

Foundation date

26 July 1948

Institution type

Public / Government-funded constituent college

Location

Mahatma Hans Raj Marg, Malka Ganj, Delhi – 110007

Campus

University of Delhi, North Campus

Gender

Co-educational

Accreditation

NAAC A++

NAAC CGPA

3.71 out of 4.00

NIRF College Ranking

Rank 3 in India, NIRF 2025

Academic levels

Undergraduate and postgraduate

Major disciplines

Arts, Commerce, Science and Social Sciences

UG admission route

CUET UG and DU CSAS-UG

PG admission route

CUET PG and the applicable DU postgraduate admission process

Degree-awarding university

University of Delhi

Academic Departments and Subject Areas

Hansraj College offers a multidisciplinary academic environment through departments covering the humanities, commerce and several scientific fields. Students can select honours programmes or broader science programmes according to their interests, subject combinations and eligibility.

Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

  • Economics

  • English

  • Hindi

  • History

  • Philosophy

  • Sanskrit

  • Selected interdisciplinary combinations through BA Programme offerings

Commerce

  • Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)

  • Commerce-related academic and professional development opportunities

  • Exposure to accounting, finance, taxation, business management and economics through relevant curricula

Science

  • Anthropology

  • Botany

  • Chemistry

  • Computer Science

  • Electronics

  • Geology

  • Mathematics

  • Physics

  • Zoology

  • Life Sciences

  • Physical Science with Chemistry

  • Physical Science with Computer Science

Postgraduate Studies

  • MA programmes in selected humanities subjects

  • MSc programmes in selected science disciplines

  • Master of Commerce

Foreign Language Programmes

- Certificate, diploma and advanced diploma courses in selected foreign languages, subject to the college's current course offerings and admission notices.

Infrastructure and Campus Facilities

The college's campus environment supports classroom teaching, practical learning, academic discussions and student activities. Facilities and their availability can vary by department and programme.

Facility

Academic or student benefit

Classrooms and lecture spaces

Regular lectures, discussions and academic instruction

Science laboratories

Practical experiments, demonstrations and discipline-specific learning

Library

Access to books, reference material and academic resources

Computer facilities

Digital learning and computing-related practical work

Seminar and activity spaces

Academic presentations, workshops, guest lectures and events

Sports facilities

Opportunities for physical fitness and competitive sports

Student societies

Cultural, literary, departmental and extracurricular participation

Placement and internship support

Career guidance, recruitment activities and internship opportunities

Student support facilities

Access to applicable college and university support mechanisms

Student Life and Extracurricular Activities

Student life at Hansraj College extends beyond regular classroom teaching. Students can participate in departmental societies, cultural events, debates, seminars, workshops, sports activities, social initiatives and other college events. Such participation can help students develop communication skills, leadership, teamwork, event management and professional networking.

The North Campus setting also places students within a wider university environment with access to academic activities and student communities across the University of Delhi, subject to the rules of individual institutions and events.

Scholarships and Financial Assistance

Financial assistance may be available to eligible students through applicable college, university, government and external scholarship schemes. Students should review current eligibility rules, income criteria, academic requirements, application deadlines and supporting-document requirements before applying.

Relevant opportunities may include merit-based assistance, need-based support, eligible government scholarships and schemes for students with disabilities. Availability and award amounts depend on the specific scheme and the applicable academic year.

Hostel and Accommodation

Hansraj College has a boys' hostel. Hostel accommodation is a separate facility from academic admission and is subject to eligibility, available seats, the applicable hostel admission process and payment of prescribed charges. Students should not assume that admission to a degree programme automatically guarantees hostel accommodation.

Current hostel charges, mess payments, deposits, room allotment conditions and eligibility should be checked against the applicable hostel notice. The availability of accommodation for a particular student or programme cannot be guaranteed in advance.

Why Students Consider Hansraj College

  • A long-standing institution within the University of Delhi.

  • A broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate academic disciplines.

  • NAAC A++ accreditation and a strong national college ranking.

  • Access to student societies, academic events and extracurricular activities.

  • Career-development and placement opportunities for eligible students.

  • A North Campus location that provides access to the wider university environment.

  • Opportunities to pursue further education, competitive examinations, research and employment after graduation.

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