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NIELIT Kolkata Admission 2025: Application Process, Eligibility, Dates

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NIELIT Kolkata Admission Overview 2025

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Q:   Can students join National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology kolkata directly without any entrance exam?
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National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology kolkata considers NIELIT Entrance Exam score for admission to non-formal courses. Aspirants who wish to get admission in O, A and B Level courses need to qualify the entrance exam. However, aspirants meeting specific criteria can get direct admission. The selection for MSc and PG diploma courses is based on merit in the last qualifying exam. 

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Q:   What are O, A and B Level courses at NIELIT Kolkata?
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The O, A and B level courses are equivalent to foundation-level, advance Diploma level and MCA level courses, respectively. These courses are recognised by MHRD for the purpose of employment. The selection for O, A and B Level courses is based on NIELIT Entrance Exam scores. 

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Q:   What are the various courses offered at NIELIT Kolkata?
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NIELIT Kolkata offers long-term and short-term courses in the field of Computer Applications. The long-term programmes offered by NIELIT Kolkata include O-level, A-level and B-level courses in Computer Applications and other technical fields. Further, the institute also offers basic, advanced and professional courses in the Technical and Computer domains.

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NIELIT Kolkata Eligibility & Selection 2025

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Q:   What are the eligibility criteria at NIELIT kolkata apart from national-level entrance exams?
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NIELIT Kolkata eligibility criteria is course-specific. Aspirants applying for admission need to check the eligibility. Below is course-wise eligibility criteria for NIELIT Kolkata:

CourseCommon Eligibility
O Level in ITClass 12 or any diploma of a minimum of 1 year after Class 10
A Level in ITLevel O or Polytechnic Engineering Diploma after Class 10
B Level in ITLevel A/Government recognised PPDCA/ PGDCA/ Polytechnic Engineering Diploma/ Graduate
MSc in Cyber SecurityBE/ Tech in CSE or CS or IT or ICT or EC or BSc IT/ CS or BCA or equivalent qualification with at least 55% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ ST/ PwD)
PG Diploma in Cyber SecurityBachelor's degree in Science, Engineering and Technology with at least 55% aggregate (50% aggregate for reserved category)
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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria O level certificate for admission at NIELIT, Kolkata?
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Candidates need to pass Class 12 or any diploma of a minimum of one-year after Class 10 to apply for NIELIT Kolkata O Level course. Besides, the eligibility criteria for direct applicants is Class 12 or any diploma of a minimum of one-year after Class 10, followed in each case by one-year relevant experience or pass in NCVT-DP&CS (Data Preparation & Computer Software) Examination. Any graduate without any experience can also apply for O Level course.

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Q:   What is the last date for admission to certificate course in NIELIT Kolkata?
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NIELIT Kolkata admissions for the certificate courses are open throughout the year. Candidates can visit the official website or reach out to the admission office to apply. The application form is also available on the official website for download. Aspirants can fill this form and submit it to the institute. The admission cycle of July generally concludes in October.

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NIELIT Kolkata Admission Process 2025

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Q:   What is the last date for admission at NIELIT Kolkata?
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NIELIT Kolkata admission is open throughout the year for enrolment in short-term courses. Admission to non-formal courses is based on NIELIT Entrance Exam. The admissions are open throughout the year for short-term courses. The admission cycle of July ends in October.

Q:   How can I get admission at NIELIT Kolkata?
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NIELIT Kolkata shortlists candidates for most of the courses based on their merit in the last qualifying exam. The institute conducts an entrance exam for admission to non-formal courses. The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology Exam, or NIELIT Exam, is conducted at the national level for admission to 'O' (Foundation Level), 'A' (Advanced Diploma), 'B' (MCA Equivalent), and 'C' (MTech Level in Computer Science and Engineering) programmes.

Q:   Is there any ragging at NIELIT Kolkata?
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No, there is no ragging culture inside the campus of NIELIT Kolkata. Ragging in any form or type is banned in the NIELIT campus and special guidelines are made to avoid ragging. Students are penalised for not following the guidelines. 

Most of the areas of the academic blocks, hostels, bus stands, and mess are under 24/7 camera surveillance. The institute has taken several measures to ensure safe campus for the students. Violations of the strict measures may result in warnings and serious actions against the accused.

NIELIT Kolkata Certificate Admission 2025

37 courses 36 hours - 3 years
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Q:   What is the fees for certificate courses at NIELIT, Kolkata?
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The total tuition fee for NIELIT Kolkata certificate courses ranges between INR 3,500 and INR 15,000. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Candidates need to pay course fee at the time of admission to confirm their seat in the institute. The total fee of NIELIT Kolkata is a sum of multiple components such as exam fee, tuition fee, alumni fee, etc.

Q:   What is the selection procedure for O/A/B level courses at NIELIT Kolkata?
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NIELIT Kolkata considers entrance exam score for admission to O/A/B level courses. NIELT conducts an entrance exam at national-level to shortlist candidates. The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology exam is conducted twice a year in January and July. Candidates can get an option in Hindi or English as choice of medium.

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NIELIT Kolkata Application Process 2025

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Q:   Is there any way of applying offline for the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology kolkata application form?
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Candidates can download the application form and prospectus from the official website of NIELIT Kolkata for offline submission. Candidates need to submit the form along with the specified documents. Aspirants need to pay an application fee of INR 500 for an O/ A/ B level course. The application fee is INR 1,000 + 12% GST for General and other candidates. 

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Q:   Is pursuing NIELIT, Kolkata at NIELIT, Kolkata expensive?
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 NIELIT, Kolkata is a Public Institution ( Government), which is recognised under Govt of India & Ministry of Technologies. It  provides more than 35+ certificate courses at very affordable course fees, which varies between INR 3500 to INR 15,000. 

Placement Opportunities : The Placement Record of this institution is not so good, but it is moderate. 

The highest Salary Package - INR 6LPA

The lowest Salary Package - INR 2LPA 

Every Year around 40% students get placed in various sectors. By Examining the overalll facilities of this institution, we can say pursuing in NIELIT, Kolkata is not so expensive. It's really affordable for all. 

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Q:   What is the application fee for various courses at NIELIT Kolkata?
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Candidates applying for MSc or PG diploma course have to pay an application fee of INR 1,000 + 12% GST (INR 500 + 12% GST for SC/ ST). For O/ A/ B/ C level programmes, the application fee is INR 500. Aspirants can pay the application fee via any of the online payment modes such as CSC-SPV, Online (transfer, credit card, debit card, net banking), NEFT and RTGS.

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NIELIT Kolkata Scholarships

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Q:   What scholarships are offered at NIELIT Kolkata?
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NIELIT provides Protsahan Puraskar Scheme for SC/ST/physically handicapped and female students studying NIELIT O/A/B/C level courses. Below is the criteria for availing the scheme:

  • Aspirants must clear the papers in the first attempt
  • The income of the parents of the student from all sources should not be more than INR 2.50 LPA
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Q:   Do I need to provide any document for scholarship at NIELIT Kolkata?
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Students who apply for National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology Kolkata scholarship need to provide below documents:

  • Verified mobile no.
  • Self attested and scanned copy (.pdf format) of proof of SC/ST certificate issued from the competent authority
  • Self attested and scanned copy(.pdf format) of proof of PwD certificate issued from the competent authority
  • Registered email-address
  • Self attested and scanned copy (.pdf format) of proof of income issued from the competent authority
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Q:   Can I get direct admission to NIELIT Information Technology at NIELIT, Kolkata?
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NIELIT Information Technology at NIELIT, Kolkata accepts entrance based and merit based admission system. If you want to take admission in this institution then you need to qualify the NIELIT Entrance examination and candidates must qualify Class 12th Examination from any Recognised Board. 

 

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Students Ratings & Reviews

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NIELIT ‘O’ Level in Information Technology - Batch of 2017
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Satisfied with the faculty members and really good infrastructure but the placement are not so good.
Placements: The placement of our senior batch was okay. Near about 40% students got placed. The highest salary offered is 6 Lacs per annum and the lowest is 2 Lacs per annum. Near about 3-4 IT companies visited. The students will be offered good salary according to their abilities. Almost all students get an internship.
Infrastructure: The college has AC classrooms. There are different types of books in the library which is plenty and sufficient for students. Wi-fF is there on our campus, labs having lots of computers for students and students can easily use it for assignment and study purpose. Many types of short term and long term courses are available in our institute. There is the right platform for each and every activity.
Faculty: The faculty is friendly and helpful. We can clarify any doubts and problems with them. They are helpful, the course curriculum was useful. The teachers are qualified and knowledgeable. The experience was awesome with faculty members. Their teaching methods are superb. Our teaching methods involve the use of digital system.
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NIELIT Kolkata Admission 2025 FAQs

Q:   What are the short-term courses offered at NIELIT Kolkata?
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NIELIT Kolkata offers short-term computer courses at basic, advanced and professional levels. The eligibility criteria varies as per the course selected by the candidates. Below are some of the certificate courses offered at NIELIT Kolkata:

  • Certificate Course in Office Automation
  • Bridge Course in Mathematics
  • Certificate course in PC, Hardware & Networking
  • Certificate course in PC Assembly and Maintenance
  • Certificate Course in Programming in C ++, etc.
Q:   Is M.Sc offered at NIELIT Kolkata?
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NIELIT Kolkata offers two-year MSc course in affiliation with NFSU. Candidates who have completed BE/ Tech in CSE or CS or IT or ICT or EC or BSc IT/ CS or BCA or equivalent qualification with at least 55% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ ST/ PwD) can apply for MSc course. The selection for NIELIT Kolkata MSc is based on merit in the last qualifying exam.

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The course aspirants can download the application and prospectus from the official website of NIELIT Kolkata for offline submission. Admission form must be submitted with the form along with the specified documents. The application fee is INR 1,000 + 12% GST for General and other candidates and INR

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The institute offers admission to the MSc course of NIELIT Kolkata on merit basis. Candidates are selected on the basis of performance in the last qualifying exam. Thus, the applicants UG degree course aggregate is considered. Aspirants who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can proceed with t

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Mohit Sharma

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The classes commence at NIELIT Kolkata for the MSc course in the month of Aug. In 2024, the course began from Aug 22, 2024. After selection, the institute may update candidates about the course commencement date or may update it on their official website. 

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The admission criteria for the NIELIT Kolkata MSc (Cyber Security) course is merit-based. Candidates are shortlisted based on their performance in the last qualifying exam. Hence, the academic background of the candidate is evaluated. Besides, it is necessary that the aspirants meet the prescribed e

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Manori Sahni

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The aspirants of short term certificate courses can get a seat in NIELIT Kolkata based on merit in the last qualifying exam. Hence, applicants Class 10/Class 12/degree course scores are considered. Moreover, for selection, the students must also have the required minimum qualification as prescribed

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