Calcutta University Ranking 2024: NIRF, QS World University Rankings, THE, US News, The Week

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10 mins readUpdated on Jan 29, 2024 18:28 IST

Calcutta University is a famous institute of India. It has been reviewed and has ranked in different categories by various national ranking bodies, highlighting its strengths and achievements in different areas of education. Calcutta University secured #23 position in the 'Overall' category by the NIRF rankings. It has consistently received good rankings over the years indicating that it is one of the top institutions to pursue education. Calcutta University ranked in the top 50 in the country for the 3rd consecutive year in 2023. Candidates can view this space for a more in-depth understanding of Calcutta University rankings.

Table of content
  • Calcutta University Ranking Highlights 2024
  • Calcutta University NIRF Ranking 2023
  • Calcutta University vs Other Universities: NIRF Ranking Comparison
  • Calcutta University QS World University Ranking 2024
  • Calcutta University vs Other Universities: QS World University Ranking Comparison
  • Calcutta University Times Higher Education Ranking 2023
  • Calcutta University vs Other Universities: Times Higher Education Ranking Comparison
  • Calcutta University US News Ranking 2023
  • Calcutta University vs Other Universities: US News Ranking Comparison
  • Calcutta University The Week Ranking 2023
  • Calcutta University vs Other Universities: The Week Ranking Comparison
  • Calcutta University Ranking FAQs
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Calcutta University Ranking Highlights 2024

Calcutta University has secured rankings in different categories according to several important national ranking organizations, namely NIRF, QS World University Rankings, Times Higher Education, US News, The Week, etc. These ranking bodies have provided Calcutta University good ranks. Candidates can find the table provided below to learn more about the Calcutta University rankings:

Calcutta University National Ranking 2023
Ranking Body Category Rank
NIRF Overall 23
NIRF University 12
QS World University Rankings Asia 187
QS World University Rankings Top Global Universities 801-850
Times Higher Education Impact 401–600
Times Higher Education Overall 1001–1200
US News University 38
The Week University 6

Calcutta University NIRF Ranking 2023

Calcutta University has been ranked well by the NIRF under the 'Overall' category. Following the provided parameters such as Faculty Quality Weightage and Employability Weightage, the college is ranked at a good position when compared to other universities. The institute is known as one of the top institutes across all major categories by the NIRF 2023. It has been seen that in the 'Overall' category, the institute's ranks have shown a decreasing trend when evaluated against the ranking of the prior year. In 2023, Calcutta University fell 8 ranks to #23 rank in the 'Overall' category by the NIRF ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has slipped in the rankings. Calcutta University ranked in the top 50 in the country for the 3rd consecutive year in 2023.
It has been seen that within the category of 'University', the institute's ranking has fallen when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2023, Calcutta University fell 4 ranks to #12 rank in the 'University' category by the NIRF ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has slipped in the rankings. Calcutta University ranked in the top 50 in the country for the 3rd consecutive year in 2023. Refer to the table to find the Calcutta University ranking. The table provides valuable information about the performance and standing of the institute in respective categories.

Q:   What was the closing rank of Calcutta University for CSE?
A:
Calcutta University accepts WBJEE scores, folowed by WBJEE Counselling for admission to the BTech programme. Calcutta University cut off 2023 was concluded after the release of WBJEE Mop-Up Seat Allotment Result. As per Calcutta University WBJEE cut off 2023, the last round closing rank for BTech in Computer Science and Engineering stood at 1207 for the General All India category students. 
For other categories, including ST, SC, OBC and PWD, the last round cutoff remains the same i.e. 1207 for CSE at Calcutta University. Candidates can refer to the table given below to check out the round-wise WBJEE cutoff 2023 for CSE programme: 
 
Q:   What is the rank required for WBJEE at Calcutta University?
A:

Calcutta University WBJEE cut off 2023 was concluded after the release of the Mop-Up Seat Allotment Result for admission to the BTech course. As per the Calcutta University cut off 2023, the last round closing rank for the BTech course ranged between 1207 and 27788 for the General All India category students. Analysing the last round cutoff data, BTech in Computer Science and Technology turned out to be the most competitive specialisation at Kolkata University. 

Considering the WBJEE cutoff 2023, candidates seeking admisison to Calcutta University BTech programme must secure a rank between 753 and 27788 (for General category). 

Calcutta University NIRF Ranking 2023
Category 2021 2022 2023
Overall 11 15 23
University 4 8 12

Calcutta University vs Other Universities: NIRF Ranking Comparison

According to the NIRF ranking 2023, Calcutta University received #23 rank in the 'Overall' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as IIT Gandhinagar, and BITS Pilani for NIRF rankings under the 'Overall' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of Calcutta University with other top institutes:

Calcutta University vs Other Institutes: NIRF Ranking 2023
College Name Overall 2023
Calcutta University 23
NIT Trichy 21
DU 22
IIT Gandhinagar 24
BITS Pilani 25

Calcutta University QS World University Ranking 2024

Through the years, the QS World University Rankings for Calcutta University indicate the institute's strong performance in crucial areas such as the quality of education, conducting impactful research, the expertise of faculty members, and overall institutional management. These good rankings not only prove the institute's positive reputation but also highlight its excellence across diverse domains, evaluated against the standards established by the QS World University Rankings. It is to be noticed that the institute has shown a decreasing trend in the 'Asia' category as compared to the ranking of preceding years. In 2024, Calcutta University fell 6 ranks to #187 rank in the 'Asia' category by the QS World University Ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has slipped in the rankings.
In the 'Southern Asia' category, the institute's ranks have descended when evaluated against previous year's ranking. In 2024, Calcutta University fell 5 ranks to #29 rank in the 'Southern Asia' category by the QS World University Ranking. Calcutta University ranked in the top 50 in the country for the second consecutive year in 2023.
It can be seen that the Calcutta University's rankings in 'Top Global Universities' category have displayed stability in trend as per the rankings of the previous years. In 2024, Calcutta University's rank is #801, the same as last year's rank in the 'Top Global Universities' category by the QS World University Ranking. Check the Calcutta University rankings by the QS World University Rankings in the table provided below:

Calcutta University QS World University Ranking 2024
Category 2022 2023 2024
Asia 154 181 187
Southern Asia - 24 29
Top Global Universities 801-1000 801-1000 801-850

Calcutta University vs Other Universities: QS World University Ranking Comparison

Calcutta University has been given top ranks under various ranking parameters among the other institutes in the 'Asia' category. In 2024, it was ranked #187 in the 'Asia' category. Candidates can find a full comparison in the table below:

Calcutta University vs Other Institutes: QS World University Ranking 2024
College Name Asia 2024
Calcutta University 187
Anna University 179
Amity University Noida 186
BHU 199
Jamia Millia Islamia 206

Calcutta University Times Higher Education Ranking 2023

Based on the rankings from Times Higher Education, Calcutta University outperformed various other institutes, securing a higher position. The rankings of the institute in the 'Impact' category have displayed a decreasing trend when evaluated against previous year's rankings. In 2023, Calcutta University fell 200 ranks to #401 rank in the 'Impact' category by the Times Higher Education ranking.
The rankings of the institute in the 'Overall' category have exibited a fluctuating trend when compared to last year's rankings. In 2024, Calcutta University's rank is #1001, the same as last year's rank in the 'Overall' category by the Times Higher Education ranking. Candidates can review the table below for the Calcutta University Times Higher Education rankings:

Calcutta University Times Higher Education Ranking 2023
Category 2021 2022 2023
Impact - 201–300 401–600
Overall 1201 1001–1200 1001–1200

Calcutta University vs Other Universities: Times Higher Education Ranking Comparison

In the latest Times Higher Education 2023 ranking, Calcutta University has achieved rank #401–600, while the IIM Mumbai has been ranked at #401–600. Refer to the table below for the Times Higher Education's ranking of India's Top Government Universities.

Calcutta University vs Other Institutes: Times Higher Education Ranking 2023
College Name Impact 2023
Calcutta University 401–600
JSS Mysore 301–400
NITTE  301–400
IIM Mumbai 401–600
Calcutta University 401–600

Calcutta University US News Ranking 2023

As per the US News ranking, Calcutta University has secured a superior rank compared to numerous other institutes, indicating that the institute is considered to be doing better in terms of various factors evaluated by the US News ranking system. Students can check the table below for a comprehensive overview of Calcutta University rankings 2023:

Calcutta University US News Ranking 2023
Category 2021 2022 2023
University - - 38

Calcutta University vs Other Universities: US News Ranking Comparison

Calcutta University consistently performs well in the 'University' category in the US News rankings. In the year 2023, it secured the #38 rank, competing with various top institutes; namely, Calcutta University, and IIT Bhubaneswar. For a detailed analysis, refer to the comparison table provided below:

Calcutta University vs Other Institutes: US News Ranking 2023
College Name University 2023
Calcutta University 38
Anna University 36
Jamia Hamdard University 37
Calcutta University 38
IIT Bhubaneswar 40

Calcutta University The Week Ranking 2023

Over the years, there has been a consistent recognition that, Calcutta University is known as one of the top institutes across all major categories by The Week 2023. Check the table below for more details about the Calcutta University ranking 2023:

Calcutta University The Week Ranking 2023
Category 2021 2022 2023
University 6 - 6

Calcutta University vs Other Universities: The Week Ranking Comparison

According to The Week ranking 2023, Calcutta University received #6 rank in the 'University' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as Manipal University, and UniPune for The Week rankings under the 'University' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of Calcutta University with other top institutes:

Calcutta University vs Other Institutes: The Week Ranking 2023
College Name University 2023
Calcutta University 6
University of Hyderabad 4
Jadavpur University 5
Manipal University 7
UniPune 8

To recap, Calcutta University' good ranking is a result of its strong performance in diverse evaluation criteria, underscoring the institution's overall reputation.
Moreover, the positive NIRF ranking of the institute serves as additional evidence of its popularity among students interested in pursuing a degree.

Calcutta University Ranking FAQs

Q. How well ranked is Calcutta University by NIRF under 'Overall' category?

A. Calcutta University achieved a rank of #23 in the NIRF in the 'Overall' category 2023, falling down 8 ranks from last year's rank. The ranking of the institute has gone through a continuous regression over the years 2021, 2022, and 2023. The year 2022 was challenging and the institute descended to #15 rank, while it was ranked #11 in the year 2021.

Q. What are the NIRF rankings for Calcutta University under 'University' category?

A. The rank of Calcutta University is #12 in NIRF in the 'University' category 2023, it fell 4 ranks as compared to last year's rank. The institute has a drop over the last three year's rankings. In the year 2022, the institute dropped to #8 rank, while in the year 2021, it was ranked #4.

Q. How is Calcutta University ranked in the QS World University Rankings under 'Asia' category?

A. This year, Calcutta University fell 6 ranks; and is ranked #187 in 2024 by the QS World University Rankings in the 'Asia' category. As of the latest available data, the ranking of Calcutta University has shown a dip in the ranking trend over the past three years. In 2022, the institute was ranked #154, which dropped to #181 rank in 2023.

Q. What is the rank of Calcutta University by QS World University Rankings in 'Southern Asia' category?

A. Calcutta University is ranked #29 in 2024 by the QS World University Rankings in the 'Southern Asia' category, falling down 5 ranks from last year's rank. Over the last two years, Calcutta University has displayed a decrease in its ranking. In 2023, the institute held the #24 rank, however, there is no rank available for the year 2022.

Q. How well ranked is Calcutta University by QS World University Rankings under 'Top Global Universities' category?

A. Calcutta University achieved a rank of #801 in the QS World University Rankings in the 'Top Global Universities' category 2024, the same as last year's rank. The ranking of the institute has stability over the years 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Q. What are the Times Higher Education rankings for Calcutta University under 'Impact' category?

A. The rank of Calcutta University is #401 in Times Higher Education in the 'Impact' category 2023, it fell 200 ranks as compared to last year's rank. The institute has a drop in previous year's rankings, and in the year 2022, the institute received #201 rank, while in 2021, it was not ranked.

Q. How is Calcutta University ranked in the Times Higher Education under 'Overall' category?

A. This year, Calcutta University's rank is the same as last year's; and is ranked #1001 in 2024 by the Times Higher Education in the 'Overall' category. As of the latest available data, the ranking of Calcutta University has shown fluctuation in ranking trends over the past three years. In 2022, the institute was ranked #1201, which improved to #1001 rank in 2023.

Q. What is the rank of Calcutta University by US News in 'University' category?

A. Calcutta University was ranked #38 by the US News in the 'University' category for the year 2023. However, the institute was not ranked in the year 2022 and 2021.

Q. How well ranked is Calcutta University by The Week under 'University' category?

A. Calcutta University was ranked #6 by The Week in the 'University' category for years 2023 and 2021. However, the institute was not ranked in the year 2022.

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