Mount Carmel (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru
58, Palace Rd, Abshot Layout, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560052 5 (1542) 66567 Comments
58, Palace Rd, Abshot Layout, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560052
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Mount Carmel (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru Overview
Mount Carmel (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, formerly Mount Carmel College, is a private multidisciplinary institution at 58 Palace Road, Vasanth Nagar, in central Bengaluru. The official website now uses the name Mount Carmel (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru.
The institution began in Trichur, Kerala in 1944 and moved to Bengaluru in 1948. It is run by the Carmelite Sisters of St Teresa and built its reputation over more than 75 years as a leading women's institution. It became autonomous in 2005, opened postgraduate courses to male students from 2021 and became fully co-educational across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in 2024. Students of all genders can now apply, subject to programme eligibility.
In June 2026, the former autonomous college was granted Deemed-to-be University status by the Ministry of Education on the recommendation of the University Grants Commission. The Vasanth Nagar campus continues to operate, and the change gives the institution greater academic and research flexibility while retaining its established campus, faculty and student community. Before this change, it was an autonomous college affiliated to Bengaluru City University, now Dr. Manmohan Singh Bengaluru City University.
Recognition and Academic Standing
Mount Carmel holds NAAC A+ accreditation. In NIRF 2025, it was placed in the 151-200 band in the Colleges category, and it has also been recognised among the leading Karnataka institutions across arts, science and commerce. At the time Deemed-to-be University status was announced in June 2026, the institution reported 54 undergraduate programmes, 18 postgraduate programmes and 11 doctoral programmes.
Programmes Offered
The university offers BA, B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Sc and vocational undergraduate programmes, along with MBA, MCA, M.Com, M.A., M.Sc, diploma and certificate options and Ph.D. research. Popular areas include commerce and finance, business analytics, computer applications, data science, biotechnology, food science and nutrition, psychology, communication, public policy, design and humanities.
Admission Snapshot
Most undergraduate admissions are based on Class 12 or II PUC marks followed by a personal interview and programme specific subject requirements. Some programmes may also use an institute test. MBA admission considers recognised management entrance scores with graduation marks and interview performance, while MCA admission is linked to Karnataka PGCET or KMAT and the mathematics requirement.
For help comparing Mount Carmel programmes, eligibility, fees and the correct admission route, call GCS Online at +91 6366615555.
FAQ's
Yes. The institution formerly known as Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru is now Mount Carmel (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru. Deemed-to-be University status was announced in June 2026, while the campus at 58 Palace Road, Vasanth Nagar continues to operate.
Yes. Mount Carmel was a women institution for more than 75 years. It opened postgraduate courses to male students from 2021 and became fully co-educational across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in 2024. Current admissions are open to students of all genders, subject to programme eligibility.
The campus is at 58 Palace Road, Abshot Layout, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560052. It is in central Bengaluru and is accessible by metro, bus and road.
Mount Carmel holds NAAC A+ accreditation. It was placed in the 151-200 band in the NIRF 2025 Colleges category. At the time Deemed-to-be University status was announced in June 2026, the institution reported 54 undergraduate, 18 postgraduate and 11 doctoral programmes.
GCS Online can help you shortlist programmes, check eligibility and fees, prepare the application and interview documents and compare Mount Carmel with other Bengaluru institutions. For guidance, call +91 6366615555.
FAQ's
Yes. The institution formerly known as Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru is now Mount Carmel (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru. Deemed-to-be University status was announced in June 2026, while the campus at 58 Palace Road, Vasanth Nagar continues to operate.
Yes. Mount Carmel was a women institution for more than 75 years. It opened postgraduate courses to male students from 2021 and became fully co-educational across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in 2024. Current admissions are open to students of all genders, subject to programme eligibility.
The campus is at 58 Palace Road, Abshot Layout, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560052. It is in central Bengaluru and is accessible by metro, bus and road.
Mount Carmel holds NAAC A+ accreditation. It was placed in the 151-200 band in the NIRF 2025 Colleges category. At the time Deemed-to-be University status was announced in June 2026, the institution reported 54 undergraduate, 18 postgraduate and 11 doctoral programmes.
GCS Online can help you shortlist programmes, check eligibility and fees, prepare the application and interview documents and compare Mount Carmel with other Bengaluru institutions. For guidance, call +91 6366615555.