Doon University Dehradun B.Sc {Hons.} Geology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Dehradun, UttarakhandState UniversityEstd 2009NAAC Grade A

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18 May, 2026 Doon University Dehradun B.Sc {Hons.} Geology Fee structure 2026-27 is out. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.94 Lakhs.

Total fees
INR 1.16 Lakhs
4 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 5 LPA
UG 4-year median, 2022-23
Cutoff
50%
Class 12 minimum, General
Placement rate
36%
UG 4-year batch, 2022-23

About Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology

Doon University offers a four-year, full-time B.Sc Hons Geology with 40 seats through its entrance test. The course is taught on campus over eight semesters, with field work and lab work from the early years. The university holds NAAC A grade with 3.10 CGPA and is a state university in Dehradun. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.16 Lakhs, paid across the course, and INR 1.86 Lakhs with hostel lodging and utilities. You get a seat through the university admission process on Samarth. General students need 50% in Class 12. The latest nonzero UG 4-year median pay is INR 5 LPA, with 36% of that batch placed.

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Fees

The full course costs INR 1.16 Lakhs without hostel and INR 1.86 Lakhs with hostel. The academic semester fee is INR 1.12 Lakhs of that. You pay it over eight semesters. Admission and degree fees are paid once. Magazine and council fees are paid every year. Hostel lodging and utilities add INR 70,400 over four years.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Academic semester feeINR 1.12 LakhsINR 14,000 a semester, 8 semesters
Admission feeINR 2,000One time
Degree feeINR 750One time
Magazine and council feeINR 800INR 200 a year, 4 years
Hostel lodging and utilitiesINR 70,400INR 8,800 a semester, 8 semesters
Total, no hostelINR 1.16 LakhsFull course
Total with hostelINR 1.86 LakhsFull course

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Admission Dates

Admission registration is expected in May 2027, and classes are expected in Aug 2027. The 2027 calendar is not out yet, so each row is Tentative. You should watch the university notice page and the Samarth portal. Keep Class 12 marks, category proof and photo ID ready before counselling starts.

EventDateStatus
Admission registration, last date to applyMay 2027Tentative
Admit card for entrance testJun 2027Tentative
Doon University entrance testJul 2027Tentative
Entrance test result and merit listJul 2027Tentative
First counselling and seat allotmentJul 2027Tentative
Admission fee payment, last dateJul 2027Tentative
Reporting and document checkAug 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Eligibility

General students need 50% in Class 12, while Uttarakhand SC and ST students need 45%. You must have Physics, Chemistry and Maths or Biology. The entrance test and merit list decide the seat. If you miss the marks rule, you should not pay the form fee before asking the Admission Cell.

RequirementWhat you need
Class 12 marks50% for General
Relaxed marks45% for SC and ST students from Uttarakhand
SubjectsPhysics, Chemistry and Maths or Biology
Admission routeDoon University entrance test and merit list

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Admission Process

The process has four main steps: form, entrance test, merit list and counselling. You fill the form on Samarth, download the admit card and write the entrance test. The university then publishes the merit list. You pay the admission fee and bring original papers for document check when your seat is allotted.

StepWhat you do
Fill the formRegister on the Samarth portal and upload papers
Write the entrance testCarry the admit card and photo ID
Check the merit listSee whether your name is listed for counselling
Pay the feePay by the last date or you lose the seat
Report for document checkBring original Class 12 and category papers

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Cutoff

The General eligibility score is 50%, and the Uttarakhand SC or ST score is 45%. These are entry marks, not a promised seat. The university entrance test makes the merit list after this marks check. You should treat 50% only as the first gate and aim higher in the test.

CategoryClosing score or ruleRound and year
General50% in Class 12Official minimum
SC or ST from Uttarakhand45% in Class 12Official relaxation
Seat listEntrance test meritUniversity counselling

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Placements

The latest nonzero UG 4-year median pay is INR 5 LPA, and 36% of that batch was placed. The latest NIRF 2025 UG 4-year table also shows a year with no placed students. You should ask the department for recent Geology offers before you count on campus hiring.

MetricValue
Median payINR 5 LPA
Placement rate36%
Placed students4 of 11
Latest NIRF UG 4-year placement count0 placed in 2023-24
Placement scopeUG 4-year data, not Geology-only data

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Scholarships

Scholarship help can cut INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 from the fee in this estimate. The state post-matric scheme gives the biggest listed help. You need income proof, category proof where asked and a bank account linked to your name. Renewal depends on passing the year.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
State post-matric scholarshipSC or ST with low family incomeINR 50,000
Central Sector SchemeHigh Class 12 marks and income within the ruleINR 40,000
EWS tuition waiverEWS certificate and income proofINR 30,000
OBC post-matric scholarshipOBC-NCL with low family incomeINR 45,000

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Ranking

Doon University has NAAC A grade with 3.10 CGPA. The course page does not publish a Collegedunia rank for this exact course. NAAC checks the whole university, while NIRF data gives student counts and pay. Use the grade as a university signal, not as a Geology rank.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NAACvalid cycleA grade, 3.10 CGPA
NIRF2025Overall data submitted
Collegeduniacourse pageNot published for this course

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Course Structure

The first years cover physical geology, maps, minerals and basic lab work. Later years add field training, rocks, structural geology and project work. You should be ready for outdoor study, drawing sections and recording samples carefully. The syllabus also allows a research track for eligible students.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Earth materials, maps and basic practical work
Year 2Minerals, rocks and field methods
Year 3Structural geology, economic geology and field reports
Year 4Advanced papers, project work or research track

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Hostel and Campus

Hostel lodging and utilities add INR 70,400 for four years in this estimate. The form for new students closed on 7 Aug 2026 in the previous cycle. You should apply early and keep a PG plan ready, because hostel allotment depends on the university list.

ItemDetail
Hostel lodgingINR 6,600 a semester
UtilitiesINR 2,200 a semester
Four-year hostel estimateINR 70,400
New-student formClosed 7 Aug 2026 in the previous cycle

Should you pick B.Sc Hons Geology at Doon University?

This course suits students who want field science, maps and lab work in the Himalayan region.

Pick it if:
You want a state university seat: Doon University is state owned, and the full fee without hostel is INR 1.16 Lakhs.
You want Himalayan field work: the campus is in Dehradun, close to hill sections used for geology study.
You can study for the entrance test: seats are given through the university test and the course has 40 seats.
Your family wants low fees: the academic fee is INR 14,000 a semester, so loan pressure stays low.
Skip it if:
You want fast campus jobs: the latest nonzero UG 4-year median pay is INR 5 LPA, not a course-specific promise.
You need a sure hostel room: new students had hostel allotment lists, so apply early and keep a PG backup.
You missed the entrance test: the university can use Class 12 marks only if seats are left after admission.
You need a big city internship market: Dehradun has field sites, but fewer geology companies than metro cities.
Counsellor's advice
If you want geology for higher studies, take it and keep field notes from year 1. If you need a job fast, ask the department about recent recruiters before you pay.
B.Sc Hons Geology Eligibility▾
Class 12 marks: 50% for General students. 45% for SC and ST students from Uttarakhand.
Subjects needed: Physics, Chemistry and Maths or Biology in Class 12.
Exam needed: The university entrance test decides the merit list for this course.
Seat count: The official admission PDF lists 40 seats for this course.
B.Sc Hons Geology Admission Process▾
Fill the form: Register on the Samarth portal and upload your Class 12 papers.
Download admit card: Use the university notice and portal before the entrance test.
Write the test: Carry the admit card and a photo ID to the test centre.
Check merit list: The university lists students called for counselling and seat allotment.
Pay and report: Pay by the last date or you lose the seat, then bring originals for document check.

B.Sc Hons Geology Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative
May 2027
Admission registration, last date to apply
Apply on the Samarth portal before the last date.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Admit card for entrance test
Download it before the test day.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Doon University entrance test
Write the test on the date named by the university.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Entrance test result and merit list
Check whether your name is listed for counselling.
Tentative
Jul 2027
First counselling and seat allotment
Seat allotment depends on the test merit list and seats left.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the last date.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring original Class 12 and category papers.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Expected after reporting and document check.

Source: Doon University admission notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Fees 2027

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This is the full 4-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel lodging and utilities.

Academic semester fee
Per semester × 8, INR 14,000 a semester
INR 1.12 Lakhs
Admission fee
One time, in year 1
INR 2,000
Degree fee
One time, in final year
INR 750
Magazine and council fee
Per year × 4, INR 200 a year
INR 800
Caution money Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 5,000
Add hostel lodging
Hostel lodging and utilities
Per semester × 8, INR 8,800 a semester
INR 70,400
Total course fee
INR 1.16 Lakhs
4 years · academic fee + one-time fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 1.86 Lakhs
4 years · academic fee + one-time fee + hostel lodging
Education loan EMI
INR 1,948
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
433%
average first-year pay INR 5 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 3,135
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
269%
average first-year pay INR 5 LPA vs the full fee

Source: Doon University prospectus 2026. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you B.Sc Hons Geology at Doon University?

Pick your category and home state. The cutoff ranges use the entrance route and the published eligibility rule.

Category
Home state
General · Uttarakhand
50% or above: eligible for the entrance test. Keep this course on your form.
45% to 49%: almost there only if you have the Uttarakhand SC or ST relaxation.
Below 45%: not this year. Improve the qualifying marks first.
General · Other State
50% or above: eligible for the entrance test. Keep this course on your form.
45% to 49%: almost there only if you have the Uttarakhand SC or ST relaxation.
Below 45%: not this year. Improve the qualifying marks first.
OBC-NCL · Uttarakhand
50% or above: eligible for the entrance test. Keep this course on your form.
45% to 49%: almost there only if you have the Uttarakhand SC or ST relaxation.
Below 45%: not this year. Improve the qualifying marks first.
OBC-NCL · Other State
50% or above: eligible for the entrance test. Keep this course on your form.
45% to 49%: almost there only if you have the Uttarakhand SC or ST relaxation.
Below 45%: not this year. Improve the qualifying marks first.
EWS · Uttarakhand
50% or above: eligible for the entrance test. Keep this course on your form.
45% to 49%: almost there only if you have the Uttarakhand SC or ST relaxation.
Below 45%: not this year. Improve the qualifying marks first.
EWS · Other State
50% or above: eligible for the entrance test. Keep this course on your form.
45% to 49%: almost there only if you have the Uttarakhand SC or ST relaxation.
Below 45%: not this year. Improve the qualifying marks first.
SC · Uttarakhand
45% or above: eligible for the entrance test. Keep this course on your form.
40% to 44%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before filling the form.
Below 40%: not this year. Improve the qualifying marks first.
SC · Other State
50% or above: eligible for the entrance test. Keep this course on your form.
45% to 49%: almost there, but the Uttarakhand relaxation may not apply to you.
Below 45%: not this year. Improve the qualifying marks first.
ST · Uttarakhand
45% or above: eligible for the entrance test. Keep this course on your form.
40% to 44%: almost there. Ask the Admission Cell before filling the form.
Below 40%: not this year. Improve the qualifying marks first.
ST · Other State
50% or above: eligible for the entrance test. Keep this course on your form.
45% to 49%: almost there, but the Uttarakhand relaxation may not apply to you.
Below 45%: not this year. Improve the qualifying marks first.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The entrance test creates the merit list. The 50% rule only makes you eligible; it does not promise a seat.

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

State post-matric scholarship
INR 50,000
State social welfare department
Paid against the course fee if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2027
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 40,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid against the course fee if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2027
Not eligible on your answers
EWS tuition waiver
INR 30,000
Doon University
Paid against the course fee if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2027
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric scholarship
INR 45,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid against the course fee if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2027
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 40,000
Your net course fee: INR 75,550
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 1.16 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 85,000
Your net course fee: INR 30,550
Estimated total waiver
INR 90,000
Your net course fee: INR 25,550
Estimated total waiver
INR 70,000
Your net course fee: INR 45,550

Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to Doon University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Total fees4 years, no hostel
INR 1.16 Lakhs
academic + one-time fee
INR 3 Lakhs
INR 1.84 Lakhs more
INR 1.80 Lakhs
INR 64,000 more
INR 75,000
INR 41,000 less
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INR 26,000 less
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INR 1.24 Lakhs more
Average paylatest published UG data
INR 5 LPA
UG 4-year median
INR 4.5 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA less
INR 3.6 LPA
INR 1.4 LPA less
INR 4.8 LPA
INR 0.2 LPA less
INR 3.7 LPA
INR 1.3 LPA less
INR 3.2 LPA
INR 1.8 LPA less
Placement rateshare of batch placed
36%
UG 4-year batch
42%
6 points higher
30%
6 points lower
25%
11 points lower
33%
3 points lower
20%
16 points lower
Cutoff scoreClass 12 marks, General
50%
official minimum
50%
Same score
50%
Same score
45%
5 points lower
45%
5 points lower
50%
Same score
Seatscourse intake
40
entrance test
60
20 more
30
10 fewer
45
5 more
50
10 more
40
Same seats
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
433%
on INR 5 LPA
150%
283 points lower
200%
233 points lower
480%
47 points higher
533%
100 points higher
133%
300 points lower
In short
Graphic Era has a higher placement rate, but Doon costs much less. If fee is your main limit, keep Doon above it; if you want a private campus, compare the course teachers first.
In short
SGRR costs more and publishes lower average pay in this table. If you clear both lists, Doon is the lower-cost choice for this course.
In short
HNBGU is cheaper and has a lower minimum score in this table, but Doon has higher average pay. If both fit your marks, compare field-work access before you decide.
In short
Kumaun is cheaper and shows better ROI here, but Doon keeps you in Dehradun. If location matters, place Doon higher; if fee matters more, compare the hostel cost.
In short
Himgiri Zee has the same seat count but costs more and has lower pay in this table. If Doon allots you a seat, take it before this option.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on Doon University B.Sc Hons Geology

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is B.Sc Hons Geology at Doon University worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want a low-cost state university course in Geology. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.16 Lakhs, and the latest nonzero UG 4-year median pay is INR 5 LPA. Keep it high if you want earth science and can also plan for higher studies.
Should I take this course if I want higher studies in earth science?▾
Yes, this course fits that aim. It has four years, field work, lab work and a research track in the syllabus. The low fee also helps if you plan to spend later on M.Sc or exam coaching. Ask the department about project mentors before you join.
Is this course right for a quick job after graduation?▾
Not if a fast campus job is your only aim. The latest nonzero UG 4-year median pay is INR 5 LPA, but the latest NIRF table also shows a year with no placed students. Join for Geology first, and check recent department offers before you pay.
Should I join if my Class 12 score is near 50%?▾
Be careful. The 50% mark only makes a General student eligible; it does not promise a seat. The university entrance test and merit list decide admission. Fill the form if you meet the rule, but prepare for the test and keep other options ready.
Is the hostel cost worth adding?▾
It depends on your travel plan. Hostel lodging and utilities add INR 70,400 over four years, taking the total estimate to INR 1.86 Lakhs. If daily travel from Dehradun is hard, hostel can help. Apply early because allotment depends on the university list.
Should I choose this course for field work?▾
Yes, if you like maps, rocks and outdoor study. The campus is in Dehradun, close to Himalayan field sections used in geology learning. You should be ready for field notes, sample records and lab work. Ask how many field trips are planned before joining.
Is the placement record strong enough for a loan?▾
Use a small loan only after checking the EMI. The base fee gives an estimated EMI of INR 1,948, which is low, but the placement data is not course-specific. The latest nonzero UG 4-year median pay is INR 5 LPA. Ask for recent Geology offers first.
Should I wait one year for another attempt?▾
Wait only if you are unsure about Geology itself. The course has 40 seats and the fee is low, so losing a year only for a cheaper seat may not help. If you want engineering, medical or a different subject, waiting can make sense.
Who should skip B.Sc Hons Geology at Doon University?▾
Skip it if you do not want field study, maps or lab records. Also skip it if you need a clear campus-job route right after graduation. The page shows INR 5 LPA as a UG 4-year median, not a Geology-only promise. Ask the department before paying.
Does Dehradun help Geology students?▾
Yes, mainly for learning. Dehradun gives access to Himalayan landforms and field sections, which matter for Geology. It is not the same as a large hiring market for corporate jobs. Use the city for field exposure, then build internships through teachers and projects.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes. The main academic fee is charged per semester at INR 14,000, so you pay it in eight parts across four years. Admission and degree fees are one-time heads. Hostel lodging is also per semester if you get a room.
What scholarships can reduce the fee?▾
Start with the state post-matric scholarship, the Central Sector Scheme and category-based schemes. This calculator estimates INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 help for listed schemes. You need income proof and category proof where asked. Confirm the exact rule on the portal before applying.

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Doon University Dehradun: 1 Answered Question

Which is better for a BSc course - Graphic Era University or Doon University?

Sakshi Gupta
Dishant GhoseB.Sc Microbiology, Graphic Era University (2018)

Among the given choices, Graphic Era will be a better option, for a BSc course.

The Graphic Era University has been around for more than 25 years. I have a few friends from the University and according to them, the faculties are well qualified and quite cooperative. You will also get good international exposure there. You can think about pursuing the following courses at this college.

  • BSc (H) Food technology
  • BSc (H) Microbiology
  • BSc (H) Biotechnology
  • BSc (H) Maths, Physics

Let me assure you that this college has some of the best labs and overall, the teachers are also really good. This really makes a difference when it comes to higher education.

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