UNIVERSITY OF CALCUTTA
UNIVERSITY OF CALCUTTA
About University of Calcutta
Foundation of the University of Calcutta
The Court of Directors of the East India Company sent a despatch in July, 1854 to the Governor-General of India in Council, suggesting the establishment of the Universities of Calcutta, Madras and Bombay. In pursuance of that despatch, the University of Calcutta was founded on JANUARY 24, 1857.The University adopted in the first instance, the pattern of the University of London and gradually introduced modifications in its constitution.
University of Calcutta Highlights
Established | 1857 |
Set by | Government of India |
Ownership | State |
Entrance Exam | CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ Calcutta University Entrance Exam |
Application Mode | Online/Offline |
Admission Criteria | Merit-based & Entrance Test |
Facilities Available | Library, Hostel, Auditorium, Sports Complex, Labs |
Courses Offered at University of Calcutta
Department of Law
B.A.LL.B (5 years)
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing (10+2) Examination from recognised board can apply.
LL.M.(2 years)
Candidates completing LL.B./B.A.LL.B. from recognised university can apply.
Ph.D.
Admission Procedure
Selection will be done as per UGC norms.
Department of Commerce
M.Com.
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing B.Com (H) are eligible to apply.
M.Phil
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing M.Com. are eligible to apply.
MBA (Financial Management)
Admission
Candidates completing Graduation in any stream from recognised University with CAT or MAT score are eligible to apply.
Ph.D.
Candidates completing M.Com/ M.B.A/M.B.M/ M.A (Eco)/ Relevant Degrees from recognised University are eligible to apply.
Department of Business Management
MBA
Dual Specializations- (Major & Minor) in
- Marketing Management
- Financial Management
- Human Resources Management
- Operations Management and Systems Analysis
Admission Procedure
*The Minimum qualifications for admission to the Course is
(i) Bachelor’s Degree (10+2+3) system with Honours in Arts/Science/Commerce etc.
(ii) “Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering & Technology / Medical Science / Professional Courses/ or its equivalent from any recognized University”.
MHROM
Admission
*The Minimum qualifications for admission to the Course is
(i) Bachelor’s Degree (10+2+3) system with Honours in Arts/Science/Commerce etc.
(ii) “Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering & Technology / Medical Science / Professional Courses/ or its equivalent from any recognized University”.
Ph. D. Programme
Admission
Final selection will be done as per UGC Norms
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
B.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering
Admission Procedure
Applicants should be B.Sc. Hons. in Physics with Mathematics as General Subject / B.Sc. Hons. in Computer Science / B.Sc. Hons. in Mathematics (C.U. current year) with Physics / Statistics / Computer Science as one of the Genl. Subjects / B.Sc. Hons. in Statistics (C.U. current year) with Physics / Mathematics / Computer Science as one of the General subjects. C.U. & Non-C.U. Comp. Sc. Hons. candidates have to appear in Entrance Test. All the candidates should have at least 55% marks in Graduation level (Hons.).
M.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering
Admission Procedure
Applicants should be B.Tech / B.E. in Computer Science / Computer Science & Engineering / Computer Science & Technology. Candidates completing MCA (with B.Sc. Hons. in Physics / Mathematics / Statistics / Computer Science / Electronics Science) from Calcutta University are eligible only. Candidates completing M.Sc. in Computer & Information Science (with B.Sc. Hons. in Computer Science from University of Calcutta) can apply.Candidates completing B.Tech. in I.T. (CU only) are eligible. Equivalent degree of B.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering of Calcutta University will also be considered.Non-C.U. candidates must have at least 60% or its equivalent grade in last qualifying examination and at least 60% or its equivalent grade in 10+2 level. Percentage of sum of best 4(four) subjects at H.S. (10+2) level will be considered as percentage of marks at H. S. (10+2) level. All Non-CU candidate must have GATE qualifying valid Score. All Non-CU Degrees must be approved by the UGC/AICTE and equivalent to the C.U. degree in the respective subjects. Except CU current year B. Tech. in CSE, and IT and the CU MCA candidates, all have to go through Entrance Test followed by Interview. GATE qualified valid score is not mandatory for CU students.
M.Sc. in Computer & Information Science
Admission Procedure
Candidates must secure at least 55% marks in B.Sc. Hons. in Computer Science or its equivalent from Recognised University. All the candidates, both C.U. and Non-C.U. (Both Category A & Category B) have to appear in the Entrance Test.
Ph.D. (Tech) in Computer Science & Engineering
Admission Procedure
Candidates with M.E. / M.Tech. / B.Tech. / B.E. in Computer Science & Engineering or MCA candidates with B. Tech. / B.E. may also apply.
Ph.D. (Science) in Computer Science
Admission Procedure
Candidates with M.Sc. in Computer & Information Science or equivalent or MCA can apply.
Electrical Engineering, Department of Applied physics
- BTech in Electrical Engineering
Admission Procedure
Final Selection is based on ranking in WB Joint Entrance Examination (WB JEE) .
M.Tech in Electrical Engineering
Admission Procedure
Final Selection is based on GATE Score.
Part time M. Tech in Electrical Engineering
PhD in Electrical Engineering
Admission Procedure
Admission is done CU Phd Regulation 2016 .
Department of Chemical Engineering
- BTech. in Chemical Engineering
Admission Procedure
Final Selection is based on ranking in WB Joint Entrance Examination (WB JEE)
- BTech. in Chemical Engineering
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing B.Tech. in relevant field from any UGC approved University / AICTE recognized Institute are eligible to apply.
Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering
B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
Candidates completing (10+2) Examination in Science with minimum average score 60% in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics, and valid rank in WBJEE are eligible to apply.
M.Tech in Radio Physics & Electronics
Specialization:
- i) Microwave and Space Science
- ii) Nanoelectronics & Photonics
Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
Candidates completing
- BTech degree in Radio Physics & Electronics of C.U
- BTech degree in Information Technology of C.U. only
- BTech./B.E. in Electronics & Communication /Telecommunication Engg. from any recognized University.
- BSc. degree in Electronics Science with valid GATE qualified score in EC for both C.U. & Non C.U..
- BSc. degree in Physics (with advanced papers in Electronics) of the University of Calcutta and B.Sc. with Hons. in Physics & Mathematics as a general subjects with valid GATE qualified score in EC for both C.U. & Non C.U..
- A degree from any other University / Institution equivalent to (i) above are eligible to apply.
Non-CU applicants should have the following eligibility criteria:
- Secured at least 60% marks or its equivalent grade in B.Tech level;
- A valid GATE qualified score in relevant subject (Electronics and Communication).
Except C.U. current year students who have passed / appeared final B.Tech. examination in Radiophysics & Electronics and Information Technology students, all candidates must appear through Entrance Test followed by Interview. GATE qualified valid score is not mandatory for CU B.Tech. students.
M.Tech. course in VLSI DESIGN
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing
(i)B.Tech. degree in Radio Physics and Electronics of C.U.
(ii) B.Tech / BE degree in Electronics & Communication / Telecommunication Engg. From a regognised University / Institute
(iii) B.Tech. degree in Information Technology of CU
(iv) B.Tech degree in Computer Science and Engineering of CU
(v) M.Sc. degree in Electronics Science with valid GATE qualified score in EC/CS for both C.U. & Non C.U..
(vi) A degree equivalent to (i), OR (iv) from any University/Institute recognized by the University of Calcutta are eligible to apply.
Non-CU applicants should have the following eligibility criteria:
- Secured at least 60% marks or its equivalent grade in B.Tech level;
- A valid GATE qualified score in relevant subjects {Electronics & Communication (EC) and Computer Science CS)}.
Except C.U. current year B.Tech. in Radiophysics & Electronics and Information Technology, All have to go through Entrance Test followed by Interview. GATE qualified valid score is not mandatory for CU B.Tech. students.
Part time M.Tech. course in VLSI DESIGN
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing
- BTech. degree in Radio Physics and Electronics of C.U.
- BTech / BE degree in Electronics & Communication / Telecommunication Engg. From a recognised University / Institute
- BTech. degree in Information Technology of CU
- BTech degree in Computer Science and Engineering of CU
- Sc. degree in Electronics Science
- A degree equivalent to (i), OR (iv) from any University/Institute recognized by the University of Calcutta. Candidates employed in a relevant Industry / Institute are only eligible to apply
For Non-C.U. candidates, at least 60% marks or its equivalent grade in last qualifying examination is required. Except C.U. current year B.Tech. in Radiophysics & Electronics and Information Technology. All candidates must appear Entrance Test followed by Interview.
Faculty Council for Post-Graduate Studies in Arts
Subjects
- Ancient Indian History & Culture
- Arabic & Persian
- Archaeology
- Bengali Language and Literature
- Buddhist Studies
- Comparative Indian Language and Literature
- Economics
- English Language and Literature
- French
- Hindi
- History
- Islamic History and Culture
- Languages
- Linguistics
- Museology
- Pali
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Sanskrit
- Sociology
- South and South East Asian Studies
- Tamil Studies
- Urdu
Admission Procedure
For M.A. Admission candidates need to have graduation degree in relevant subjects.
Department of Chemical Technology
- BTech. in Chemical Technology (Ceramic Engineering)
- BTech. in Chemical Technology (Oil Technology)
- BTech. in Chemical Technology (Petrochemicals & Petroleum Refinery Engineering)
- BTech. in Chemical Technology (Pharmaceuticals & Fine Chemical Technology)
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing 10+2 level with a valid rank in JEE are eligible to apply.
- BTech. in Ceramic Engineering
- BTech. in Oil Technology
- BTech. in Pharmaceuticals Technology
- BTech. in Petrochemicals & Petroleum Refinery Engineering
Admission Procedure
Candidates with B.Tech. Degree in relevant field are eligible to apply.
Ph.D. in Ceramic Engineering
Admission Procedure
Candidates with M. Tech. in Ceramic Engineering are eligible to apply.
Ph.D. in Oil Technology
Admission Procedure
Candidates with M. Tech. in Oil Technology are eligible to apply
Ph.D. in Petrochemicals & Petroleum Refinery Engineering Doctoral
Admission
Candidates with M. Tech. in Petrochemicals & Petroleum Refinery Engineering are eligible to apply
Ph.D. in Pharmaceuticals & Fine Chemical Technology
Admission
Candidates with M. Tech. in Pharmaceuticals & Fine Chemical Technology are eligible to apply.
Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry
Candidates with M. Tech./ M.Sc in relevant field are eligible to apply.
Instrumentation Engineering, Department of Applied Physics
B.Tech. in Instrumentation Engineering
Admission Procedure
Final Selection is based on ranking in WB Joint Entrance Examination (WB JEE) .
M.Tech. in Instrumentation and Control Engineering
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing BE/B.Tech Degree in Instrumentation Engineering/ Instrumentation & Control Engineering/Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering/ Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering/Instrumentation & Electronics Engineering/ Electronics & Communication Engineering/ Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering/ Electronics Engineering from any UGC approved University / AICTE recognized Institute are eligible to apply.
Department of Applied Optics & Photonics
M.Tech in Optics & Optoelectronics
Admission Procedure
Applicants should be B.Tech in Optics & Optoelectronics, ECE, IE or equivalent,or M.Sc in Physics/Electronics. Valid GATE score is mandatory for non-CU students.
M.Tech in Biomedical Instrumentation
Admission Procedure
Applicants should be B.Tech in BMI, ECE, IE, OO or equivalent, MBBS
(For B.Tech applicants-Valid GATE score mandatory for non-CU students)
Integrated M.Tech-Ph.D in Astronomical Instrumentation (in Collaboration with Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore)
Admission Procedure
Post graduate Selection is based on all India Entrance Test & Interview conducted by IIA, Bangalore. Applicants should be B.Tech in Optics & Optoelectronics, ECE, IE or equivalent. Candidates must be M.Sc in Physics /Electronics.
Ph.D (Tech.) Doctoral Study
Admission Procedure
Selection is based on interview for applicants having M.Tech in Optics & Optoelectronics, ECE, IE or equivalent/ M.Sc in Physics or Electronics/ B.Tech. in above mentioned field with 5 years research experience. M.Sc students have to qualify a written examination before interview if they have not qualified for GATE, NET, SLET, M.Phil or equivalent examination.
Department of Polymer Science & Technology
B.Tech. in Polymer Science & Technology
Admission Procedure
Final Selection is based on ranking in WB Joint Entrance Examination (WB JEE) .
M.Tech. in Polymer Science & Technology
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing B.Tech. in Polymer Sci & Tech/Chem Eng./Chem Tech or equivalent /MSc. in Chemistry from any UGC approved University / AICTE recognized Institute are eligible to apply.
Department of Jute and Fibre Technology
- BTech. Course in Jute and Fibre Technology
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing XII Class with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematic with 45% Marks and qualified as per rules of West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board are eligible to apply.
For Lateral Entry Candidates completing Engineering Diploma or B.Sc. Passed qualified in JELET examination by West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board are eligible.
- BTech. Course in Textile Technology
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing B. Tech in Textile Technology/Jute and Fibre Technology or equivalent like B Des. with Textile Design Specialization and M.Sc. in Textiles and Clothing are eligible to apply.
Final admission is done through Admission Test and Interview for both GATE and Non GATE candidates for CU and Non CU candidates.
Ph. D (Tech) Programme in Textile Technology
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing M Tech in Textile Technology /Engg. Or Equivalent or B tech having three published papers in refereed journals etc. are eligible to apply. Final selection is done through PhD admission Test ( PAT) and interview.
Department of Agricultural Chemistry & Soil Science
M.Sc. (Ag.) in Agricultural Chemistry & Soil Science
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing B.Sc.(Ag) Hons/ B.Sc.(Chemistry ) Hons are eligible to apply.
Department of Agronomy
M.Sc(Ag.)in Agronomy
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing B.Sc.(Ag) Hons are eligible to apply.
Ph.D. in Agronomy
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing M.Sc.(Agronomy) are eligible to apply.
Department of Genetics & Plant Breeding
M.Sc. (Ag.) in Genetics & Plant Breeding
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing B.Sc ( Ag.)/B.Sc ( Bot.) Hons. are eligible to apply.
Ph.D. (Ag.) in Genetics & Plant Breeding
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing M.Sc (Ag.) in Genetics & Plant Breeding or Allied subjects are eligible to apply.
Department of Plant Physiology
M.Sc(Ag.) in Plant Physiology
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing B.Sc ( Ag.)/B.Sc ( Bot.) Hons are eligible to apply.
Ph.D (Ag.) in Plant Physiology.
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing M.Sc (Ag.) in Plant Physiology or Allied subjects.
Department of Horticulture
M.Sc. (Ag.)
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing B.Sc.(Ag.)/B.Sc.(Hort)/ B.Sc.(Botany Honours) are eligible to apply.
Department of Seed Science and Technology
M.Sc. (Ag.)
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing B.Sc.(Ag.) are eligible to apply.
Ph.D (Ag.)
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing M.Sc (Ag.) in Seed Science and Technology or Allied subjects are eligible to apply.
Department of Seed Science and Technology
M.Sc. (Ag.)
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing B.Sc.(Ag.) are eligible to apply.
Ph.D (Ag.)
Admission Procedure
Candidates completing M.Sc (Ag.) in Seed Science and Technology or Allied subjects are eligible to apply.
Facilities at University of Calcutta
- Library
The University of Calcutta library, has a collection of more than ten lakh books. Besides books, the seven campuses of the University together possess more than 2 lakh volumes of bound journals, M.Phil. and Ph.D. dissertations, proceedings of conferences, reports, maps, standards, patents, newspapers, manuscripts, microfilms, CD-ROMs. As many as 20 departmental libraries out of a total of 39, have a collection of over 15,000 volumes which includes books, bound journals and non-book materials. The Department of Law Library holds over 85,000 volumes in hard copy. The collection is strong in all aspects with special emphasis on legal history and jurisprudence, business and commercial law, taxation and international business transactions.
- Hostel
There are 16 Halls & Hostels under the University of Calcutta providing accommodation to about 1550 students studying in the University Colleges of Arts, Commerce, Science ,Technology and Law and also the Undergraduate students of the colleges as well as men research scholars/fellows of the University. Management of Halls/Hostels is executed by Board of Residence, as advisory body of the University of Calcutta.
Boys Hostel|Girls Hostel - Sports ComplexAvailable Facilities:Cricket Ground|Football Ground|Volleyball Courts|Athletics Tracks
- LabsAvailable Facilities:Chemistry Lab|Computer Lab|Electronics Lab|Language Lab|Physics Lab|Man-Machine Interface Lab|Math Lab|Seed science Technology Lab|Agriculture soil Chemistry Lab|Microbiology Lab|Botany lab|Biochemistry Lab|Geology Lab
- Moot Court (Law)CafeteriaGymHospital / Medical FacilitiesShuttle ServiceAuditorium