Maitreyi College in South Delhi is a women's constituent college of the University of Delhi, located at Bapudham Complex in Chanakyapuri. Founded in 1967, it operates as a government-aided institution with degrees conferred by the University of Delhi. NAAC has accredited it A++ (Cycle 2, CGPA 3.51, valid to November 2027), and NIRF 2025 ranks it 38th among Indian colleges with a score of 61.84.
The academic offering covers BA Hons subjects (Economics, English, Hindi, History, Political Science, Sanskrit, Sociology), BCom Hons, BCom Programme, BSc Hons (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology) and BSc Programme combinations. Postgraduate programmes include MA Political Science, MSc Mathematics, MCom, and MSc in selected science disciplines. All undergraduate courses follow the NEP 2020 four-year structure and degrees are awarded by the University of Delhi. The college holds DBT Star College recognition for its departments of Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Admission to all UG programmes is through CUET-UG followed by seat allocation via the DU CSAS portal. Maitreyi is women-only; male applicants are ineligible for any programme. Reservation norms follow DU guidelines across OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, and Kashmiri Migrant categories.
The 10-acre campus is at Bapudham Complex, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, in the diplomatic enclave of South Delhi. The campus has a library with 97,800+ volumes, 15 science and computing laboratories, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, and Wi-Fi. A hostel opened on campus around 2023 and accommodates approximately 104 women students.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1967 |
| Type | Women's constituent college, University of Delhi |
| Ownership | Government of Delhi (government-aided) |
| Location | Bapudham Complex, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021 |
| Gender | Women only (UG and PG) |
| NAAC Grade | A++ (Cycle 2, CGPA 3.51, valid to November 2027) |
| NIRF 2025 Rank | College #38 (score 61.84) |
| DBT Status | DBT Star College (Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Mathematics) |
| UG Duration | 4 years (NEP 2020) |
| Admission Route | CUET-UG and DU CSAS |
| Hostel | On-campus, ~104 seats (opened ~2023) |
| Nearest Metro | Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus (Green Line extension), ~2.4 km |
| Website | maitreyi.ac.in |
All UG programmes are 4-year NEP structure. PG programmes are 2 years. Fees are approximate DU government-aided rates; verify current year figures at maitreyi.ac.in/admission.
| Programme | Duration | Approx. Annual Fee | Approx. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA Hons (Economics, English, Hindi, History, Political Science, Sanskrit, Sociology) | 4 years | Rs 20,490/yr | Rs 81,960 |
| BA Programme | 4 years | Rs 20,490/yr | Rs 81,960 |
| BCom Hons | 4 years | Rs 24,990/yr | Rs 99,960 |
| BCom Programme | 4 years | Rs 24,990/yr | Rs 99,960 |
| BSc Hons (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology) | 4 years | Rs 24,990/yr | Rs 99,960 |
| BSc Programme (Life Sciences; Physical Sciences with CS; Physical Sciences with Chemistry) | 4 years | Rs 24,990/yr | Rs 99,960 |
| MA (Political Science, and others) | 2 years | Rs 18,421/yr | Rs 36,842 |
| MSc (Mathematics, and others) | 2 years | Rs 22,921/yr | Rs 45,842 |
| MCom | 2 years | Rs 22,921/yr | Rs 45,842 |
Fee bands are per the DU government-aided college schedule (same as other DU constituent colleges in South Delhi). Hostel: approximately Rs 1,00,000 to Rs 1,80,000 per year inclusive of room, utilities, and meals.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Award |
|---|---|---|
| University of Delhi Scholarship | BA Hons and BSc Hons students; college competitive exam in October | Rs 250/month for 3 years |
| General Freeship (UGC scheme) | Any category, family income below Rs 8 lakh/yr | Full fee refund; apply from September |
| 20% Tuition Waiver | Exceptional students; apply by 31 August | 20% tuition discount |
| SC/ST Tuition Fee Concession | SC/ST students with parental income below taxable limit | Full tuition and admission fee waiver |
| Central Post-Matric Scholarship | SC/ST/OBC students (national scheme via NSP) | Per scheme norms |
| Top Class Scholarship (SC) | SC students at Top 100 colleges nationally | Full fees and stipend |
| Inspire Scholarship (DST) | BSc/MSc science students (national scheme) | Rs 80,000/yr for UG science |
| Central Sector Scholarship | Top 12th-pass students from boards (merit-based, MoE) | Rs 10,000/yr (UG years 1-3) |
Academic prizes for course toppers (above 55% aggregate) and position holders are also awarded each year. Source: maitreyi.ac.in scholarship pages (via aggregator) and central government NSP portal.
Maitreyi College occupies a 10-acre campus at Bapudham Complex, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021. Chanakyapuri is Delhi's diplomatic enclave, known for heightened security with continuous police presence, making it one of the safest college locations in the city. Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus Metro Station (Delhi Metro Green Line extension) is approximately 2.4 km from the campus, connecting to Hauz Khas, INA, and the rest of the Yellow Line network.
Campus facilities include a library with 97,800+ volumes and e-access via INFLIBNET, 15 specialist laboratories (Computer Science, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Physics, Electronics), a cafeteria, ATMs, medical room, bookshop, badminton court, basketball court, outdoor amphitheatre, and Wi-Fi coverage.
Hostel:
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Women's hostel, on-campus |
| Capacity | Approximately 104 students, 3 stories |
| Eligibility | Students residing 100+ km from campus get priority; merit-based allocation via Dean of Students Affairs |
| Annual fee (inclusive) | Approximately Rs 1,00,000-1,80,000 (room + electricity + water + 4 meals/day) |
| Amenities | Individual rooms, geysers, washing machines, pantries |
| Opened | Approximately 2023 |
Source: maitreyi.ac.in, careers360, collegedekho (hostel details).
Maitreyi's NIRF rank reflects a Graduate Outcomes (GO) score of 81.85 out of 100, which is notably higher than several colleges ranked above it in the same category. This means a higher proportion of Maitreyi graduates enter employment or higher studies relative to the graduating class, a metric directly relevant to students evaluating outcome quality.
The A++ accreditation is the highest NAAC grade and applies until November 2027, confirming institutional quality across teaching-learning, research, and governance. For a DU government-aided college, it positions Maitreyi within a small group of DU constituent colleges holding the highest grade, alongside Miranda House, Kirori Mal, and Hindu College.
The Department of Biotechnology (Government of India) designates select college departments as Star Colleges for research infrastructure and training quality. Maitreyi holds recognition for Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, and Mathematics. For a student targeting a science UG with a view to research or competitive PG entrance, this reflects above-average laboratory and faculty depth relative to most DU colleges.
The University of Delhi's NEP 2020 four-year structure offers exit options at years 1, 2, 3, and 4, with multiple degree levels (Certificate, Diploma, Degree, Honours with Research). For CUET-qualified students, Maitreyi offers a direct route into a DU four-year degree in competitive humanities, commerce, and science subjects at government-aided fee rates.
The ~104-seat hostel opened around 2023 and is the only on-campus accommodation in the Chanakyapuri area for DU women's colleges. Chanakyapuri is one of the safest neighbourhoods in Delhi, being a diplomatic enclave with 24-hour police presence. The hostel charges approximately Rs 1-1.8 lakh per year inclusive of meals, which is competitive with off-campus PGs in the area.
Honest caveat: Maitreyi does not offer engineering, medical, or management programmes. The NIRF Perception score (11.85 out of 100) is the lowest sub-score and indicates limited brand recognition outside academia; students seeking employer brand visibility may find Miranda House, Lady Shri Ram, or Kirori Mal College a stronger signal.
| Framework | Category | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | College | 2025 | #38 |
7 courses offered. Fees in INR lakhs.
| Course | Specialization | Duration | Total seats | Total fee | Avg package |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) | — | 48 months | — | ₹1L | — |
| B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) | — | 48 months | — | ₹1L | — |
| BA (Bachelor of Arts) | Honours (General) | 48 months | — | ₹0.82L | — |
| BA (Bachelor of Arts) | — | 48 months | — | ₹0.82L | — |
| M.Com (Master of Commerce) | — | 24 months | — | ₹0.46L | — |
| M.Sc (Master of Science) | — | 24 months | — | ₹0.46L | — |
| MA (Master of Arts) | — | 24 months | — | ₹0.37L | — |
1-year placement history, latest data from 2025.
8 cutoff records across exams, courses, and categories.
| Year | R | Exam | Course | Category | Gender | Quota | Opening | Closing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | CUET UG | B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) | General | Gender-Neutral | AI | — | 787.05 pctl |
| 2025 | 1 | CUET UG | B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) | General | Gender-Neutral | AI | — | 823.64 pctl |
| 2025 | 1 | CUET UG | B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) | General | Gender-Neutral | AI | — | 558.63 pctl |
| 2025 | 1 | CUET UG | B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) | General | Gender-Neutral | AI | — | 527.31 pctl |
| 2025 | 1 | CUET UG | B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) | General | Gender-Neutral | AI | — | 372.96 pctl |
| 2025 | 1 | CUET UG | B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) | General | Gender-Neutral | AI | — | 383.75 pctl |
| 2025 | 1 | CUET UG | B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) | General | Gender-Neutral | AI | — | 624.01 pctl |
| 2025 | 1 | CUET UG | BA (Bachelor of Arts) | General | Gender-Neutral | AI | — | 773.25 pctl |
Campus size, faculty strength, hostel facilities, and academic infrastructure.
