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I would say the course curriculum at Ram Lal Anand College is fairly good but has room for improvement. One of the reasons I chose my course was the mix of theory and practical aspects, which seemed relevant and gave me confidence that it wouldn’t just be bookish learning. The curriculum does prepare us decently for higher studies and gives a basic idea of real-world applications, but sometimes it feels a little outdated and not fully in line with industry requirements. I feel more interactive teaching methods, practical workshops, and real-life case studies could make learning much more effective. Exams happen twice a year under the semester system, and while they aren’t extremely tough, they do need consistent preparation because internals and attendance also play a role in the final score. Overall, the curriculum builds a good foundation but could be made more comprehensive and career-oriented.

Internship opportunities at RLA are quite good, thanks to the Pathway placement cell. Students usually get chances from 2nd or 3rd year with companies like UrbanClap, CRISIL, Akaaro Consulting, and ICDL. Roles vary from web development and report writing to digital campaigns, often with a small stipend. One example was a project where students built portfolio websites using teacher resumes, which gave both creative and practical exposure. These internships help us gain real-world skills and sometimes even open doors for future placements.

The placement scene at Ram Lal Anand College is decent but not extraordinary. The college has a placement cell called Pathway that starts guiding students from the 4th or 5th semester through workshops, resume sessions and internships. Companies like Wipro, Genpact, Accenture, Deloitte, IBM, and American Express have visited the campus, and around 200 students have been placed in recent years. The highest package has gone up to about ?20 LPA, while the average remains close to ?6 LPA, with many offers in sales, HR, and marketing roles. Still, only around 10% of students actually get placed through campus drives, so most students either go for higher studies, competitive exams, or look for opportunities off-campus. Personally, I plan to use the placement support as much as possible but also prepare for further studies and internships outside, since depending only on college placements feels a little risky.

I am studying B.Com (Programme) now and, being in the SC category, I pay ?23,135 annually. This is to be paid for the entire duration of three years of the course, making total fee payable ?69,405. The fees comprise admission fees, registration fee, caution money to be refunded at the completion of the course, development fund, library and laboratory fees, and other mandatory contributions like sports and student welfare. Tuition charges are waived or maintained at a low level for SC students according to government policy. In contrast, my fellow students in the General category pay around ?42,000 to ?45,000 annually, OBC category students pay around ?30,000 to ?35,000 annually, and students taken in under the Management quota pay between ?55,000 and ?70,000 annually. ST students, similar to SC students, also pay the concessional annual rate of ?23,135. The fee pattern as a whole has been consistent over the years without any marked escalation. Financial assistance can be availed by eligible students through the Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship, which not only funds the tuition part but also includes a maintenance allowance ranging from ?8,000 to ?12,000 per year, based on the student category and parental income.

Campus life at Ram Lal Anand College has been a really balanced mix of fun, learning and good memories. The annual cultural fest Nexplora in Feb–March and smaller society fests like Hasratein (dramatics) and Illusion (dance) always keep the vibe lively. The library is one of my favorite spots—it’s fully air-conditioned, has thousands of books, journals and even e-resources that are super helpful during exams. Classrooms are decent with projectors, Wi-Fi and smart boards, so lectures feel modern and interactive. Sports is also a big part of campus life with grounds for football, volleyball and indoor games like chess and table tennis. The student-run clubs and societies make the experience even better—you always find a place to fit in, whether you’re into music, theatre, art or debating. Honestly, it’s this mix of academics, festivals, sports and societies that makes the college feel more like a community than just a place to attend classes.

When I was applying for colleges, apart from Ram Lal Anand College, I also tried for other DU colleges like Motilal Nehru, Aryabhatta and Deen Dayal Upadhyaya. I did get shortlisted in a couple of them, but the cutoff percentages were slightly higher in the top ones and unfortunately I couldn’t make it there. That’s what went wrong—I was just one or two marks short in a few cutoffs. Ram Lal Anand, on the other hand, had a more achievable cutoff for my course, and the campus environment also felt quite comfortable and student-friendly compared to some of the others. The college is well-located in South Campus, which was another factor I considered, since travelling daily becomes a big part of college life. The admission process here is through Delhi University’s centralized system, which is mostly based on CUET scores now (earlier it was cutoff marks from class 12th). The eligibility is simple: you need to pass 10+2 with the required subjects, then appear for CUET, and admission is given as per the merit list and preferences filled on the DU portal. For most students, CUET is the preferred exam because that is the main gateway. The cutoffs vary from course to course, with higher ones for popular streams like B.Com (Hons) and Political Science, and slightly lower for general courses. My overall admission experience was smooth—the online portal guided the process step by step, and once the seat was allotted, I just had to get documents verified and pay the fee.

At Ram Lal Anand College, the faculty–student ratio is decent and most teachers are quite supportive, especially in subjects like Maths, Stats, Political Science and Computer Science. They’re approachable, though sometimes the administration feels a bit biased. The college follows the semester system with two exams every year. Around 25% marks come from internals like assignments, tests and attendance, while the rest depends on finals. The exams aren’t too tough if you study regularly. The course is balanced between theory and practicals, but it could be more updated to match industry needs.

Nightlife around Ram Lal Anand College is quite low-key since it’s a South Campus college and not a hostel-heavy area like North Campus. The library, gym and sports facilities usually shut by 5–6 pm, and the main campus gates also close in the evening, so most of the late-night fun happens outside. There aren’t hostels inside the college, so students usually stay in PGs or flats around Satya Niketan, Dhaula Kuan and South Campus, where the cafés, street food stalls and small lounges become the go-to hangout spots. Satya Niketan especially is the hub for late-night chai, maggi points, and affordable cafés where students chill after classes. For those who like quieter evenings, parks and India Habitat Centre or Lodhi Garden aren’t too far. The locality is generally safe to move around at night, thanks to the army area nearby, but like anywhere in Delhi, students prefer to move in groups.