R. D. National and W. A. Science College

Admission: I studied B.Sc. in Botany, Chemistry, and Zoology. There are lots of options after this course, like working in a botanical garden or zoo, or leading nature tours. The topics we covered were wide-ranging and interesting. I liked how it helped me feel closer to nature. We even learned about garden planning, which could be a cool job for botany lovers like me.

Placement: I took the B.Sc. course in Botany, Chemistry, and Zoology. Usually, there are around 25-30 students in each class. The college also has a Master's program in Botany where you can study more and specialize in areas like guiding at gardens or zoos, or doing nature trails. The topics we cover are wide-ranging and interesting.

Campus: The college has good infrastructure with sturdy tables and benches that get fixed when they break. My favorite spot was the girls' common room (GCR) because it's big, has fans, curtains, and clean washrooms. Too bad there's no hostel, but they do have a sports room with everything you need for sports like cricket, football, and basketball.

Admission: The teachers here are really good. They know their stuff and are always ready to help. The head of the department has a Ph.D., and the assistant professors are UGC NET certified. They prepare us well for the job market. The semester exams are not too tough. If you understand the concepts, you can easily score full marks.

Placement: I heard that most BMS students here get good placements, like around 60-80%. The highest package can go up to 12-15 LPA for top firms. Deloitte, KPMG, EY, and others come to hire graduates. They offer roles like business analyst, marketing exec, and more. The average package is 5-7 LPA, with the lowest being 3-4 LPA.

Campus: The college offers free Wi-Fi in labs, classrooms, and the library for students. There's no hostel on campus, but students can stay in PGs nearby. The food in the canteen is pretty good and they keep it clean. There are medical services, sports, and games available too.

Admission: The teachers here are really good and they know their stuff. They always encourage us to do our best. The classes are okay and the exams are well-structured. The staff is friendly and always there to help us out. Overall, it's a great place to study.

Placement: The college provides a lot of job chances. Big companies like Kotak and Amazon come for placements. They also arrange career events and help students get internships and jobs at different companies. The college encourages us to aim for different job positions and do well.

Campus: The college campus is really cool. The classrooms have AC, there's a library, and each department has its own room. They even have a badminton court and a combined volleyball and basketball court. The auditorium is awesome for events.

Admission: I can only speak for the BAF department at RD National College, and honestly, the teachers there aren't great. They seem more interested in college events than teaching. Plus, they made this rule that if you don't join any events, even if you're smart and go to all classes, they'll make you join. If you say no, they might punish you by not letting you take exams or failing you.

Placement: The course is quite competitive because they only choose the top students. I'm currently a Bachelor's student and will graduate in 2027. I haven't started working yet, but I've heard that graduates from this course usually get starting salaries between 3 to 4 LPA. After graduation, you can work as an accountant, financial accountant, bank manager, or in similar roles in accounting and finance.

Campus: RD National College has decent facilities overall. The classrooms are okay, not super fancy. The campus is big and has a sports ground, which is cool. The canteen got a makeover, so it's nicer now. They organize lots of events in the auditorium, which is pretty big.

Admission: The teachers here aren't very helpful or knowledgeable. They teach in a boring way and crack lame jokes to seem cool. The subjects they offer aren't helpful either. The college picks outdated courses that aren't needed at all. It's a waste of time and money to study here.

Placement: Internship opportunities at the college are hard to come by, but when they do come up, they're worth a lot. Companies that offer internships are big names in the industry. It's really up to the students to show their skills and stand out to snag one of these rare opportunities. There's tough competition with lots of students vying for only a few internships.

Campus: The college doesn't have Wi-Fi for students, not even in the labs. The classrooms are pretty good with ACs, and the library is well-stocked. The food in the canteen is gross and not tasty. Unfortunately, there are no sports or games facilities on campus.

Admission: Some professors are really nice and helpful, but others struggle with teaching and don't give us study notes. A few even miss classes, so we don't finish all the topics.

Placement: The college doesn't have any job placements for students. They don't offer internships either. Sometimes professors tell us about internships or extra courses, but they're not officially supported by the college. It's up to you to explore those options if you're interested.

Campus: The classroom for Biotechnology students with AC is not great - the AC doesn't work well. The lab is hard to use because some chemicals are expired, making results inconsistent. The library is good, but only open in the morning.

Admission: The teachers for the Economics course are really good. They have SET/NET and Ph.D. qualifications in Economics. They teach well and we learn more than just what's in the syllabus. The exams each semester are not too hard to pass. You just need 40 out of 100 to pass.

Placement: Out of the 40 students who graduate with a B.A. in Economics, only a couple of them land a placement, usually in banks like ICICI or HDFC. During the course, we learn about communication, negotiation, and research skills through projects and reports.

Campus: The classrooms in our course have AC and come with whiteboards, projectors, and Wi-Fi. We can borrow 2 books from the library for a week. The college has a canteen and medical facilities available. They also encourage sports along with studies.

Admission: The teachers here are awesome! They really know their stuff and are super friendly and helpful. You don't need extra classes if you go to all the lectures. The semester exams are fair, based on what's taught in class. Most people pass with about an 80% success rate. It's a great place to learn!

Placement: A lot of students landed jobs at companies like Benett Coleman and Co Ltd., and Vidya NGO. They even offered internships. Around 60% of students got placed in jobs like finance manager and banking manager after studying B.Com (A&F).

Campus: The college's infrastructure is okay, not great but not terrible. Classrooms can be dirty, but they get cleaned every weekend. The library is awesome you can get books and journals whenever you need, just gotta return them by the due date on the receipt.

Admission: The teachers in the biotechnology department are amazing! They feel like family to me. They're not just teachers, they're role models and mentors too. I've never met a better group of teachers. They always do their best to give us lots of experience. Without them, I wouldn't be where I am today.

Placement: The college does make an effort, I'll give them that. Every year, they host career conclaves for the third-year students. Companies come to offer jobs. But if you're studying Biotechnology, it feels like they forget about you. When I was in TY, there were over 30 companies at the event. Sadly, only one was related to biomedicine, and they didn't even come. So, if you want a job, work on your CV, resume, and LoRs. The teachers are good about helping with those.

Campus: The washrooms at this college are awful. The only good Ladies' washroom is in the Girls' Common Room, which was just built. There's another one near the auditorium on the ground floor, but it's really bad. They tried to renovate it, but all they did was change the entrance. It's hard to believe that one of the college trustees is Hiranandani. I remember once during a Science exhibition in the open basketball court, it was windy. I was with my colleagues, ready to present our posters, and above us was a roof that was flying around because of the wind. We were terrified it would fall on us. The college gets funding from DBT, but it's not being used for the Biotechnology department. We always run out of chemicals and other necessary supplies in the lab, limiting our learning opportunities. Luckily, the teachers do their best to teach us despite the lack of resources.

Admission: The teachers at my college are super helpful, especially in the botany and zoology departments. They really know how to teach well. The semester exams are just right - not too hard, not too easy, perfect for students like me. I really appreciate all the teachers here.

Placement: Most people in my course end up with jobs, about 80% of us. The salary range is from 15k to 45k. A lot of students get internships too. I'm planning to specialize in botany in my 3rd year. I could become a botanist or pursue a PhD.

Campus: Our college has a lab, library, and auditorium. Guest lectures happen often, which is cool. The Wi-Fi is on all the time for students and teachers. The only downside is that we don't have a canteen yet, but they're working on it.