Yashwantrao Chavan College of Science, Karad admission is based on merit and is strictly conducted as per the guidelines of Shivaji University. The admission cycle typically begins after the announcement of 12th standard results, usually in May-June, for the academic year starting in July-August.

For undergraduate programmes, admissions are based on merit lists prepared by the college, considering the marks obtained in the qualifying examination (12th standard). Postgraduate admissions involve entrance examinations conducted by Shivaji University, followed by a merit-based selection process. In Yashwantrao Chavan College of Science, Karad for courses like B. Sc, B. Sc Biotechnology, and B.