Sunderwati Mahila College is situated in Bhagalpur in Bihar state. It is one of the top colleges and holds a prominent position in the field of higher education for women in Bihar. The college was established in 1949, was accredited by NAAC team and was graded as “B+” in 2004 .

A total of 23 disciplines are taught to over 7000 students in fields of Arts, science, commerce and various U.G.C. sponsored vocational courses like computer applications, Office Management & Secretarial Practice, Functional Hindi and Simple Spoken Sanskrit.

Recently under Bihar Entrepreneurship Development Programme N.T.T., Food Preservation and Food Processing, Health and Hygiene, Beautician Course, Arts and Craft Courses have also been introduced.

The basic eligibility criteria for admission into bachelor’s degree in SMC is a minimum of 45% in 10+2 level examination from any recognized board.

The college also has NCC/NSS programme camps installed. The cadets of NCC/NSS have been representing the college in the Republic Day parade and winning medals from Hon’ble President and Prime Minister of India.

The college has eight hostels, which provide accommodation to more than a thousand students, with a separated hostel for PG students.

Sunderwati Mahila College, Bhagalpur Highlights

Established | Type 1949 | Public
Approved by NAAC-UGC
Set by Dr. Sharda Vedalankar
Entrance Exam No
Courses Offered UG and PG 
Popular Courses BA, B. Voc., B. Sc.
Application Mode Online | Offline
Admission Criteria Minimum 45% in 10+2 level examination from any recognized board
Facilities  Library, Language lab, smart class, medical, gymnasium, Hostel, Auditorium, Sports
Official Website https://smcollege.ac.in/

SM College Courses

The courses offered under UG and PG departments are as follows: 

Courses Details
BA (honours)  Durations: 3 Years
Eligibility: Minimum 45% Marks In 10+2 Level Examination
Specializations: Hindi, English, Urdu, Bangla, Maithili 
B.Com (Honours)  Durations: 3 Years
Eligibility: Minimum 45% Marks In 10+2 Level Examination
Specializations: Accounts, Corporate 
B.Sc Durations: 3 Years
Eligibility: Minimum 45% Marks In 10+2 Level Examination
Specializations: Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, Botany, Zoology 
BCA Durations: 3 Years
Eligibility: Based On Merit Obtained In Entrance Exam + Interview
M.A. Durations: 2 Years
Eligibility: Minimum 50% Marks In Bachelor’s Degree
M.COM Durations: 2 Years
Eligibility: Minimum 50% Marks In Bachelor’s Degree
M.Sc Durations: 2 Years
Eligibility: Minimum 55% Marks In Bachelor’s Degree

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SM College Admission

Admission into intermediate courses of arts, commerce and science is based on the merit obtained in 10th class from any recognized board.

Admission into bachelor’s courses in science, commerce and arts is based on the criteria of scoring a minimum of 45% aggregate in 10+2 level examination from any recognized board.

Admission into bachelor’s courses in computer applications, business administration and commerce (hons) is based on an entrance exam conducted by the college followed by an interview round.

Admission into Master’s degree is based on the criteria of scoring a minimum of 50% marks in Bachelor’s.

NOTE: For the reserved category candidates, relaxation in marks is provided as per the rules of Government of Bihar. 

How To Apply?

  • The interested students can fill the application form online available at it’s official website as well as offline.
  • The students are required to submit a xerox copy of their 10+2 marksheet as well as other important required documents asked.
  • The students are short-listed on the basis of merit obtained and then are required to give an entrance exam followed by an interview round.

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SM College Scholarships

 Many students regularly receive scholarships (merit cum poverty).

  • Many backward class students received Minority scholarships from the Bihar State government as well as from the UGC In 2015 -16.
  • Mahindra Finance Ltd selected 37 Meritorious students of the college whose parents annual income was below 2 Lakhs. They also granted Rs. 10,000 (Ten thousand) each for their academic support.

SM College Facilities

  • Library: It has a rich collection of about 70,000 books, journal and periodicals
  • Language lab: The language lab facilitates classroom engagement and interaction via computer-based exercises and activities to maximize language immersion
  • Smart class:It is a classroom that has an instructor equipped with computer and audio-visual equipment, allowing the instructor to teach using a wide variety of media.
  • Sport facilities: Badminton court, cricket ground, football ground, tennis court, volleyball, athletic, kho-kho, kabaddi
  • Hostels: 8 hostels, a separate hostel for PG students. The hostel has spacious rooms, periodic maintenance of rooms, hygienic food. Warden, hostel superintendent and proper security ensure safe and pleasant stay for the students to focus on their studies.

Other facilities like NCC/NSS, Medical facilities, and Gymnasium are also available. 

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SM College FAQs

Ques. How many courses are offered at the college?

Ans. A total of 23 courses are offered at the college across Intermediate, Bachelor’s and Master level courses majorly in Arts, commerce and science. Also, Vocational courses are offered at SMC.

Ques. What is the admission criteria?

Ans. The basic eligibility criteria into bachelor course is a minimum of 45% aggregate in 10+2 level examination from any recognized board. For master’s courses it is a minimum of 50% aggregate in Bachelor’s.

Ques. What are contact details of the college?

Ans. Ph no.  0641 2401231

Address: RBSS Sahay Rd, Choti, Khanjarpur, Bhagalpur, Bihar 812001

Ques. Is NCC/NSS available at SMC?

Ans. yes, NCC/NSS camps are available at SMC. Girls from SMC have brought pride to the college by winning many awards and representing the college in the Republic Day parade and winning medals from Hon’ble President and Prime Minister of India.