Shyam Lal College BA {Hons.} Economics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Delhi University (DU) admission begins with online registration, followed by a series of cut-off lists starting in June to determine course eligibility. Applicants have 3-4 days to verify documents and complete admission after each list, requiring original and photocopies of essential documents. DU typically releases five cut-off lists, with the option to transfer to higher-ranked colleges if eligible later. Shyam Lal College (SLC) under DU offers a well-qualified faculty that engages students with current issues, discussions, and extra activities, notably in the Economics department.

The annual fee for an Economics Honors course is around Rs. 8,000 to Rs. 9,000, totaling approximately Rs. 30,000 over three years, excluding exam fees. This fee is affordable for middle-class families and offers the added prestige of a DU degree. SLC's placement cell is developing, with startups and small companies offering roles like graphic designers and content writers. Average placements range from Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 20,000 monthly, with some reports of average packages around Rs. 5 Lakhs and the highest at Rs. 8 Lakhs, primarily for B.Com students.

Internships with stipends between Rs. 5,500 and Rs. 20,000 are available, often through DU. Many students opt for further studies or government exams over job placements. SLC offers scholarships mainly for students with family incomes below Rs. 1 lakh annually, somewhat limiting middle-class access. Fees reported vary slightly, with one student noting a fee increase from Rs. 23,500 in the first year to Rs. 24,500 in the second year, and another from Rs. 20,500 to Rs. 22,680 for a BA in Economics (Hons).

Financial aids like book aid and Dean's welfare scholarships are available, though loan facilities are not mentioned. Despite limited job placements, the college provides internships and campus jobs with decent stipends.