St. Xavier's College Mumbai is a historic autonomous arts, science, and commerce college founded in 1869 by German Jesuits, located at 5, Mahapalika Marg, Fort, Mumbai 400001. It is affiliated to the University of Mumbai and was the first college in Mumbai to be granted autonomy (2010), giving it control over its own curriculum and assessments. NAAC A+ (Cycle 4, July 2022). NIRF 2025: #89 among colleges nationally.
Flagship UG programmes -- BA, B.Sc, and B.Com -- admit on Class 12 merit through the University of Mumbai's centralised system. Self-financed programmes such as BMS, BMM, and B.Sc IT require the Xavier's Entrance Test (XET). Degrees are awarded by the University of Mumbai.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | St. Xavier's College, Mumbai (Autonomous) |
| Founded | 1869 (German Jesuit missionaries) |
| Autonomous Since | 2010 (first Mumbai college granted autonomy by University of Mumbai) |
| Type | Autonomous college, affiliated to University of Mumbai; government-aided Christian minority institution |
| Ownership | Private (Jesuit; Society of Jesus) |
| Location | 5, Mahapalika Marg, Fort, Mumbai 400001 |
| Degree Awarded By | University of Mumbai |
| NAAC Grade | A+ (Cycle 4, July 2022; 5-year validity) |
| NIRF 2025 | College #89 (score 55.16) |
| Campus Area | 2.94 acres (11,900 sq m) in South Mumbai |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Streams | Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, Mass Media |
| UG Admission | Merit-based (BA/BSc/BCom); XET (BMS, BMM, B.Sc IT) |
| Hostel | Boys only; 60 seats; ~Rs 10,000/month |
| Website | xaviers.edu |
St. Xavier's offers UG (3 years) and PG (2 years) programmes. University of Mumbai does not follow DU FYUP; all UG programmes are 3-year (36 months) and PG programmes are 2-year (24 months).
Undergraduate (3 years, University of Mumbai):
| Programme | Annual Fee (Approx.) | Total 3-Year Fee (Approx.) | Admission Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Economics, English, History, Sociology, Philosophy, Psychology, Political Science, Sanskrit, Gujarati, Marathi, Hindi) | ~Rs 11,000-13,000/yr | ~Rs 33,000-40,000 | Class 12 merit |
| B.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Statistics) | ~Rs 14,000-61,000/yr | ~Rs 42,000-1.82 lakh (lab-intensive courses higher) | Class 12 merit |
| B.Com (Commerce) | ~Rs 13,000-14,000/yr | ~Rs 39,000-42,000 | Class 12 merit |
| BMS (Bachelor of Management Studies) | ~Rs 67,000/yr | ~Rs 2 lakh | XET + Class 12 |
| BMM (Bachelor of Mass Media) | ~Rs 55,000-75,000/yr | ~Rs 1.5-2 lakh | XET + Class 12 |
| B.Sc IT (Information Technology) | ~Rs 50,000/yr | ~Rs 1.5 lakh | XET + Class 12 |
Postgraduate (2 years, University of Mumbai):
| Programme | Annual Fee (Approx.) | Total 2-Year Fee (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| MA (various subjects) | ~Rs 8,000-15,000/yr | ~Rs 16,000-30,000 |
| M.Sc (various subjects) | ~Rs 15,000-30,000/yr | ~Rs 30,000-60,000 |
| M.Com | ~Rs 10,000/yr | ~Rs 20,000 |
Fees are for government-aided (grant-in-aid) programmes. Self-financed programmes (BMS, BMM, B.Sc IT) charge higher fees set by the college under UGC guidelines. All fees are subject to revision. Verify the current fee schedule at xaviers.edu before applying.
UG Merit-Based (BA, B.Sc, B.Com) 2026:
UG XET-Based (BMS, BMM, B.Sc IT) 2026:
PG Admissions:
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Award |
|---|---|---|
| GoI Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | SC/ST; family income below Rs 2.5 lakh/yr | Full tuition reimbursement + maintenance; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Maharashtra Government SC/ST Scholarship | SC/ST students in Maharashtra colleges | Rs 7,800/month (hostellers); Rs 4,350/month (day scholars); apply via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in |
| Maharashtra OBC/SBC Scholarship | OBC/SBC; income below Rs 1 lakh/yr | Partial fee reimbursement; apply via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS) | Top 20% Class 12 board scorers; income below Rs 8 lakh/yr | Rs 10,000/yr (UG Yrs 1-3); Rs 20,000/yr (PG); apply via NSP |
| Jesuit Provincial Aid Fund | Christian minority students with financial need | Variable; contact the college office or Jesuit provincial headquarters directly |
| St. Xavier's College Financial Aid | Students with demonstrated financial need (any category) | Determined by the college financial aid committee annually; apply on admission |
SC/ST students should apply for the Maharashtra Government scholarship via the Mahadbt portal immediately on admission. Christian students from economically weaker backgrounds should contact the Jesuit provincial office for institutional grants independent of government schemes.
St. Xavier's College is on a 2.94-acre (11,900 sq m) campus at 5, Mahapalika Marg, Fort, South Mumbai 400001. The campus is housed in a 19th-century heritage Gothic building originally constructed by German Jesuits. Nearby: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST) railway station is approximately 10 minutes on foot; Marine Lines and Church Gate (Western Railway) are within 15 minutes. Multiple BEST bus routes serve the Dhobi Talao area.
Facilities: central library, science laboratories (physics, chemistry, biology, computer labs), language labs, seminar rooms, auditorium, sports courts, Blatter Herbarium (botanical research), Heras Institute of Indian History and Culture.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Campus area | 2.94 acres, South Mumbai Fort |
| Address | 5, Mahapalika Marg, Fort, Mumbai 400001 |
| Heritage building | 19th-century Gothic; listed heritage structure |
| Hostel | Boys only; 60 seats (2-3 per room); ~Rs 10,000/month |
| Girls hostel | No campus hostel; private PGs available nearby |
| Metro access | Metro Line 1 (Masjid Bunder); Marine Lines (Western Railway, 15 min walk); CST (Central/Harbour, 10 min walk) |
| BEST bus | Multiple routes via Dhobi Talao and CST |
The 60-seat boys hostel has very limited capacity relative to the college's enrollment. Priority is typically given to students from outside Maharashtra. Girls students must arrange private PGs in the surrounding South Mumbai area. Day scholars from suburban Mumbai commute via CST (Central/Harbour lines) or Western Railway (Church Gate to Marine Lines).
St. Xavier's became the first college in Mumbai to receive autonomy from the University of Mumbai in 2010. This means it designs its own syllabus, examinations, and academic calendar, unlike other affiliated colleges. Founded in 1869 by German Jesuits, it is one of the oldest degree-granting institutions in Maharashtra. NIRF 2025 ranks it #89 among colleges nationally. The Jesuit tradition emphasises liberal education, critical thinking, and public service alongside academic rigour.
As a government-aided college, Xavier's charges among the lowest fees in Mumbai for its core programmes. BA programmes cost roughly Rs 32,000-37,000 over three years; BCom costs roughly Rs 39,000-42,000 over three years. B.Sc fees vary by subject (Rs 42,000-1.82 lakh over three years depending on the laboratory-intensive science branch). This is a fraction of private college fees in Mumbai for the same degree. The University of Mumbai degree holds the same recognition regardless of college fees.
Fort and the surrounding area -- Nariman Point, BKC corridor accessible by Metro, Cuffe Parade -- is the financial and media nerve centre of India. Xavier's Arts and Commerce students have proximity to internship pipelines at banks, financial services firms, media houses, and consulting offices that are within commuting distance. This geographic advantage is relevant especially for B.Com, BMS, and BMM students targeting finance, marketing, and media roles.
NIRF 2025 (AY 2023-24): 252 students placed across UG (210) and PG (42) programmes. Median package Rs 6 LPA; highest Rs 21 LPA. Top recruiters: Accenture, Deloitte, PwC, EY, ZS Associates, Tata group companies, JP Morgan. The 25.1% campus placement rate reflects that many Xavier's graduates pursue higher studies (postgrad in India, abroad), competitive exams, or law -- not campus placement. Xavier's alumni are well represented in journalism, civil services, academia, and corporate finance.
As a Jesuit minority institution, 50% of seats are reserved for Catholic Christian minority students under Maharashtra's minority institution provisions. Minority students compete in a separate merit pool, typically facing lower effective cutoffs than the open category. Applicants need a certificate from their parish priest or diocese. For open-category students, competition is based on Class 12 merit for BA/BCom/B.Sc and XET scores for BMS/BMM/B.Sc IT.
| Framework | Category | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Colleges | 2025 | #89 |
6 courses offered. Fees in INR lakhs.
| Course | Specialization | Duration | Total seats | Total fee | Avg package |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) | — | 36 months | — | ₹0.4L | — |
| B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) | — | 36 months | — | ₹0.87L | — |
| BA (Bachelor of Arts) | — | 36 months | — | ₹0.37L | — |
| BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) | — | 36 months | — | ₹2L | — |
| M.Sc (Master of Science) | — | 24 months | — | ₹0.45L | — |
| MA (Master of Arts) | — | 24 months | — | ₹0.3L | — |
1-year placement history, latest data from 2024.
Campus size, faculty strength, hostel facilities, and academic infrastructure.
