MSU receives 22,716 applications under GCAS
MSU in a statement said, 'This year marks a transformative shift in the admission process, with MSU fully embracing the GCAS — an integrated and transparent platform launched by the Government of Gujarat. The initiative not only made the admission process more efficient but also allowed students from across the state to seamlessly explore their academic aspirations. The registration window closed on May 21, 2025…'
Last year, as GCAS was implemented across the state, protests erupted at MSU Baroda with fears that the quota of local students might be reduced to accommodate outside students, particularly in the commerce stream, triggered by the record cut off of the first provisional merit list.
While the Faculty of Commerce received over 10,000 applications, the Faculty of Science and Faculty of Arts received 6,116 and 2,484 applications respectively. Prof. Hitesh D Raviya, OSD (Public Relations and Communication) said, 'All the deans are ready and have meticulously planned for the upcoming admission phases. To strengthen our academic environment, temporary assistant professors have been given an extension till June 12, 2025…'
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