Quick Summary
University of Mumbai, in Mumbai, India, is a public state university that has shaped higher education since 1857. Ranked #761-770 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 800000 students including 1% from outside India. Known for strengths in Engineering and Technology, Pharmacy, Social Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 20%.
01
Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the oldest and largest universities in India with a massive network of affiliated colleges and a strategic location in the financial capital.
Subject Strengths
Engineering and TechnologyPharmacySocial SciencesManagementLaw
Founded1857
TypePublic State University
Total Students800000
Intl Students1%
Faculty Ratio35
CampusUrban/Multi-campus
Campus Size243 acres (Kalina Campus)
Affiliated HospitalsSir J.J. Group of Hospitals,King Edward Memorial Hospital
AccreditationNAAC (A++ Grade), UGC
02
Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#761-770
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Arts,Bachelor of Commerce,Bachelor of Science,Bachelor of Engineering,Master of Laws,Master of Management Studies,Doctor of Philosophy
Programs
Physics,Chemistry,Economics,Sociology,Management,Education,Biotechnology
PhD Programs
MA,M.Com,BA,B.Com
Online Programs
Center for Nano Sciences,Center for African Studies,Garware Institute of Career Education
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NAAC (A++ Grade), UGC
Accreditation
04
Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate20%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily based on merit in qualifying exams or entrance tests like MHT-CET, MAH-CET, and university-specific tests.
05
Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹12,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹300,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹25,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹330,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableGovernment of India Post-Matric Scholarship,Eklavya Scholarship,State Government Open Merit Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$200
Financial AidFee waivers for SC/ST/OBC categories and economically weaker sections.
Work-StudyNot Available
06
Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Arts,Bachelor of Commerce,Bachelor of Science,Bachelor of Engineering,Master of Laws,Master of Management Studies,Doctor of Philosophy programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Commerce | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Information Technology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
07
Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,500
Average Salary After Graduation
75%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementAvailable through specialized placement cells in engineering and management departments.
Industry Connections
Reliance IndustriesTata Consultancy ServicesLarsen & ToubroHDFC Bank
Notable Alumni
Mukesh Ambani,Sunil Gavaskar,Lal Krishna Advani,Piyush Goyal
08
Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Cricket Ground,Badminton Court,Athletics Track,Gymnasium
Student Clubs
Cultural Club,NSS,NCC,Tech-Fest Committees
Library Resources
Jawaharlal Nehru Library,Over 1 million books,Rare Manuscripts,Digital Database Access
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,Collaboration with University of Amsterdam,Collaborations with French Universities
Summer Programs
Short-term Certificate Courses,Language Workshops