Top Courses in Jadavpur University

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Jadavpur University's NIRF ranking for BTech and MTech programs is 11.

Jadavpur University was established in 1955 and is a member of AIU. It has been accredited by NAAC with a grade A. It also ranked 12 under the Overall category by NIRF 2022. The university has 36 departments that collectively offer more than 130 courses at UG, PG and doctoral levels.

Table of content
  • Top 5 Courses of Jadavpur University
  • 1. BTech from Jadavpur University
  • 2. MTech from Jadavpur University
  • 3. MSc from Jadavpur University
  • 4. MA from Jadavpur University
  • 5. BSc from Jadavpur University
  • Fees of Popular Courses of Jadavpur University
  • Rankings
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Top 5 Courses of Jadavpur University

The university offers various courses to its students at UG, PG and doctoral levels. We now look at the top 5 courses of Jadavpur University which are most sought after amongst students seeking admission for the same. Let’s have a look at the popular courses at Jadavpur University.

1. BTech from Jadavpur University 

Jadavpur University offers a four-year full-time BTech program covering two specialisations namely Instrumentation and Electronics Engineering and Food Technology & Biochemical Engineering. The admission into these courses is based upon valid WBJEE scores followed by a counselling round.

Q:   Does Jadavpur University offer BSc?
A:

To be eligible for Jadavpur University BSc admission, it is essential that the eligibility requirements are fulfilled. Hence, for eligibility, you should have passed Class 12 examination from any recognised Board in Science with Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics with a minimum of 75% aggregate. Moreover, you must also hold the educational certificates/mark sheets at the time of admission and form filling as proof of eligibility.

Q:   Which MSc courses does Jadavpur University offer?
A:

The university offers MSc in multiple specialisations as a day and evening course. Tabulated below are some of the Jadavpur University MSc specialisations:

Jadavpur University MSc Specialisations

Biotechnology

Chemistry

Electronic Science

Physics (Day & Evening)

Instrumentation

Mathematics (Day & Evening)

Applied Geology

Geography

-

Q:   What are the ME/MTech specialisations offered by Jadavpur University?
A:

The university offer ME andM.Techcourses in multiple specialisations. Some of the ME andM.Techspecialisations are mentioned in the table given below:

Jadavpur UniversityM.TechSpecialisations

Computer Technology

Instrumentation and Electronics

VLSI Design & Microelectronics Technology

Intelligent Automation & Robotics 

Distributed & Mobile Computing

Energy Science & Technology

Environmental Biotechnology

IT (Courseware Engineering)

Food Technology & Bio-Chemical

Jadavpur University ME Specialisations

Civil Engineering

Printing & Graphical Communication

Control System

Automobile

Mechanical

Metallurgical

Bio-Medical 

Chemical

Power

Here are some of the key highlights of BTech program which are tabulated below :

Particulars

Jadavpur University BTech Highlights

Duration

4 years

Number of Specialisation

2

Total Fees

INR 9600 to INR 1.21 lakhs

Accepted entrance exam

WBJEE

Application mode

Online

Total seat intake

53

Eligibility criteria

10 2 with minimum 60% aggregate from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. (45%  for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)

The BTech specialisations along with their seat intake are given below

BTech Specialisation

Seat  Intake

Instrumentation and Electronics Engineering

22

Food Technology and Biochemical Engineering

31

2. MTech from Jadavpur University 

The MTech admissions are based on a valid GATE score obtained by eligible candidates. The university offers an MTech program covering six specialisations. It’s a two-year course which is spread across four semesters. The course is offered by 15 departments under the Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET) and 10 Interdisciplinary Schools under the faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies, Law and Management (FISLM).

Here are some of the key highlights of MTech program which are tabulated below:

Particulars

Jadavpur University M.Tech. Highlights

Duration

2 years

Number of Specialisation

6

Total Fees

INR 9600- INR 1.8 lakhs

Accepted entrance exam

GATE

Application mode

Online

Total seat intake

168

Eligibility criteria

Passes B.Tech or equivalent graduation degree in relevant stream/specialisation from a recognised institute/ university with a minimum of 45% aggregate  (40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)

The MTech specialisations along with their seat intake are given below in tabulated form below:

MTech Specialisation

Seat  Intake

Computer Technology

34

Instrumentation and Electronics

10

Material

20

Food Technology and Bio-chemical

12

VLSI Design and Microelectronics Technology

18

Intelligent Automation and Robotics

18

Distributed and Mobile Computing

15

Energy Sciences and Technology

13

Environmental Biotechnology

10

IT (Courseware Engineering)

18

3. MSc from Jadavpur University 

Jadavpur University offers a two-year full-time MSc program covering several specialisations and admission is based upon the academic merit of the eligible candidates and is subject to seat availability. The university also offers an evening shift for this program. The course duration is of three years spread across six semesters. The university offers seven specialisations under its MSc course.

Here are some of the key highlights of MSc which are tabulated below:

Particulars

Jadavpur University MSc Highlights

Duration

3 years

Number of Specialisation

7

Total Fees

INR 48,000- INR 1.57 lakhs

Accepted entrance exam

Academic merit of graduation

Application mode

Online

Total seat intake

289

Eligibility criteria

Passes BSc or equivalent graduation degree in relevant stream/specialisation from a recognised institute/ university with a minimum of 45% aggregate  (40%  for SC/ST/OBC/PwD)

The MSc specialisations along with their seat intake are given below in tabulated form below:

MSc. Specialisation

Seat  Intake

Biotechnology

20

Chemistry

35

Electronic Science

12

Physics (Day)

36

Physics (Evening)

36

Instrumentation

10

Mathematics (Day)

60

Mathematics (Evening )

60

Applied Geology

-

Geography

20

4. MA from Jadavpur University 

The university offers MA program at the PG level. The course duration is of two years spread across four semesters. The admission is based on graduation marks and seat availability. The university also offers a two-year MA in an evening shift and the course duration, eligibility and selection criteria are similar to the day shift MA program.

Q:   What are the PhD courses offered in Jadavpur University?
A:

Jadavpur University offer PhD across different specialisations. Admission criteria is almost the same for all. Some of the PhD specialisations are further mentioned below:

JU PhD Specialisations
BengaliComparative LiteratureEnglish
EconomicsInternational RelationsPhilosophy
Media Communication & CultureSociologyPhysical Education
Q:   In which specialisations does Jadavpur University offer MA?
A:

The university offer MA programmes as Day and Evening courses. MA (Day) courses are available in 12 specialisations. MA evening courses in three specialisations, including Bengali, History, and

Jadavpur University MA (Day): Specialisations

Comparative Literature

Bengali

Linguistics

Economics

Political Science with International Relations

English

History

Film Studies

Philosophy

Sanskrit

Education

Sociology

Here are some of the key highlights of the MA program which are tabulated below:

Particulars

Jadavpur University MA Highlights

Duration

2 years

Number of Specialisation

12

Total Fees

INR 1.2 lakhs

Application mode

Online

Total seat intake

675

Eligibility criteria

Passed BA or equivalent graduation degree in relevant stream/specialisation from a recognised institute/ university with 50% (40% for SC/ST)

All the specialisations offered by Jadavpur University under the MA course are tabulated below along with seat intake.

MA Specialisation

Seat  Intake

Bengali

65

Comparative Literature

65

Economics

65

History

65

Philosophy

65

English

60

Journalism

35

Political Science and International Relations

70

Sanskrit

70

Education

40

Sociology

40

Film Studies

35

5. BSc from Jadavpur University 

The university offers a three-year fulltime BSc program which is spread under semester pattern. Jadavpur University offers admission in BSc strictly according to the marks obtained in Class 10 and 12. The university also offers four specialisations under its BSc program.

Here are some of the key highlights of BSc program which are tabulated below:

Particulars

Jadavpur University BSc Highlights

Duration

3 years

Number of Specialisation

4

Total Fees

INR 7,200- INR 4.13 Lakhs

Application mode

Online

Total seat intake

180

Eligibility criteria

10 2 with 75% aggregate in Science (PCM)

All the specialisations offered by Jadavpur University under BSc course are tabulated below along with seat intake.

BSc Specialisation

Seat  Intake

Chemistry

50

Geological Sciences/ Geography

-

Mathematics

75

Physics

55

Fees of Popular Courses of Jadavpur University

The fees of abovementioned popular courses are tabulated below:

Popular Courses

Total Fees

BTech

INR 9,600- INR 1.21 lakhs

MTech

INR 9,600- INR 1.8 lakhs

MSc

INR 48,000- INR 1.57 lakhs

MA

INR 1.2 lakhs

BSc

INR 7,200- INR 4.13 Lakhs

Rankings

Jadavpur University's NIRF ranking for BTech and MTech programs is 11.

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Jadavpur University has been ranked among the best institutes for BSc courses. While certain similar institutes such as BHU and Jamia Milia are ranked higher than Jadavpur, the difference between them is very minor. Other similar institutes are ranked much lower than Jadavpur Univeristy. The aforeme

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The total fees for Jadavpur University BSc fees in 2025 ranges between INR 4.1 lakh- INR 4.3 lakh. This fee amount is the total tuition fee for certain BSc courses offered by Jadavpur University. The fees for all the Jadavpur University BSc courses is currently unknown. Candidates who wish to learn

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In the case of Jadavpur University B.A. (Hons.). Political Science, the selection will be in this manner whereby 50 percent weightage of your Class 12 (H.S./Equivalent) aggregate percentage marks and 50 percent weightage of your performance in the written admission test of the university. The candid

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Jadavpur University is known for its super affordable fees. For most standard undergraduate programs, the total fee is just about INR 7,200–9,600, spread over three or four years. For engineering courses like B.Tech, expect to pay between INR 20,000–25,000 for all four years. Always check the latest

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All India ranking of NSIT and Jadavpur University for B.Tech CSE is 16 and 23 respectively. You may prefer NSIT over Jadavpur for B.Tech CSE.

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Candidates who wish to get admissions into the BSc courses at Jadavpur University willneed to clear the Written Admission Test conducted by Jadavpur University. Candidates will need to secure a minimum percentage of 50% in their Class 12 board exam to be eligible for admissions into Jdavpur Universi

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Yes, the admissions for BTech/BE courses at Jadavpur University are highly competitive. However, Jadavpur University is one of the best Universities in Kolkata for pursuing BTech/BE courses. Candidates who succed in securing admissions into Jadavpur University will get better opportunities than othe

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