SB Garda Arts College and PK Patel Commerce College, Navsari, is an old institution and has created a good niche in offering both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in arts and commerce. The NAAC accredited institution has put in place a structured process that comprises an admission system leading in its inclusiveness and merit-based nature. SB Garda Arts College and PK Patel Commerce College generally announce their admission dates for undergraduate courses after the 12th standard results, while for postgraduate courses, admission notices are declared after graduation results. Admission in college is given through merit, which is determined by performance in the qualifying examinations.
The criteria for admission may differ each year owing to varied cut-off marks resulting from differing combinations of factors such as the number of applicants and available seats; however, the college ensures a fair admission procedure. An applicant can apply for undergraduate programs only when he/she has cleared 12th standard from an approved board. Undergraduate admission in all programs is based on the marks of the 12th standard board examination. For postgraduate programs, candidates should hold bachelor's degree qualifications in the relevant field from the recognized university.
Application Process
The admission process at SB Garda Arts College and PK Patel Commerce College is intended to be simplified and made easy for all eligible candidates. To give a stepwise account of the application process:
1. Notification: Every admission notification on this condition will normally be given after the announcement of results of the appropriate boards or universities through college websites and local newspapers.
2. Application Form: Applicants should either access the application form by downloading it from the college website or go personally to the college admission office to obtain it.
3. Form Filling: The applicant must fill in the application form with personal and academic particulars very carefully. It is strongly advised that the applicant double-checks the data before submission.
4. Document Submission: Along with the filled-in application form, the candidate must furnish the following documents:
- 10th and 12th standard mark sheets (for UG programs)
- Graduation mark sheets and degree certificate (for PG programs)
- School/College leaving certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Any other certificates or documents specified by the college
5. Application Submission: The fully filled application form, along with all required documents, must be submitted in the college admission office before the deadline mentioned.
6. Merit List: The college will compile merit lists from the academic performance of the applicants. These merit lists will usually be available on the notice board of the college and on the website.
7. Counseling and Seat Allocation: The shortlisted persons might be called for counseling, where they will get the opportunity to choose a preferred course based on merit rank vis-a-vis availability of seats.
8. Fee Payment: The chosen ones must pay the admission fees before the last date to confirm their seat in the college.
9. Final Admission: After fee payment, verification of documents, and grant for admission into the program, candidate changes transform his or her status from candidate final admission.
Degree wise Admission Process
B.Com: B.Com is taught in both English and Gujarati mediums in the college. The admission in B.Com relies on the 12th standard examination marks in subjects Accountancy, Economics, and Business Studies. The surge in the popularity of the B.Com programs has led to increased intake capacity for commerce aspirants.
BA: Those candidates who passed the 12th with Arts or equivalent will qualify to apply admission to the BA program. Admission is on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying examination with regard to subjects pertaining to the chosen specialization in BA.
MA: The college has made provisions for averting the MA in Gujarati, History, and Psychology. A bachelor's degree in the relevant subject or in a related area would include eligibility for the admission process. Graduation marks may be considered for selection and, in some cases, an entrance test or interview could be involved.
M.Com: M.Com. specialization in Financial and Management Accounting would be available for graduates with B.Com. Admission will be based on B.Com. examination marks. The college may consider relevant work experience and extra qualifications in making the decision.
