Calcutta University

The list of the documents candidates required to attach the soft copy while filling out the online application form for admission to BTech at Calcutta University are as follows: 

• WBJEE rank/ JELET rank for specific BTech specialisation
• Class 10 and 12 Marksheet
• Proof of Age (Class 10 Admit Card/ Certificate).
• Adhaar Card.
• Certificate of SC/ ST/ OBC-A/ OBC-B/ PWD if applicable.
• A photocopy of the duly signed application form. Candidates are required to bring the photocopy of the application form at the time of submission for acknowledgement

Currently, Calcutta University has not released the last date for filling out the application form for BTech courses. However, according to the previous year's academic calendar, the seat allotment process for the BTech course at CU ends around Aug 12, 2024, and the classes commenced after the seat allotment process. Hence, for this year the classes might begin on similar dates to the previous batch. 

The primary eligibility criteria for admission to BTech at Calcutta University states that candidates must complete their Class 12 in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Mathematics with a minimum aggregate of 60%. Hence, candidates with a score of 55% in their Class 12 are not eligible to get admission into BTech at CU. Such candidates can go to different colleges and universities.

The total fees for the BTech course at Calcutta University include several components from which some of the fees students are required to pay yearly, semesterly and one-time. Check out the below table to learn about the fee components and their amount: 

The fee amount mentioned is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body and is subject to change. Therefore, it is indicative. 

The eligibility criteria for admission to the BTech course at Calcutta University is candidates must complete their Class 12 with a minimum of 60% aggregate mainly in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Mathematics subjects. Additionally, candidates must have secured a valid score in the WBJEE exam to be considered for admission to BTech courses at CU. 

The recently updated cutoff for B.A. LL. The three-year B programme at the Faculty of Law, Calcutta University, on the other hand, requires general candidates to obtain at least 45 per cent marks from the best four subjects from the Class 12 board exam (like CBSE, ICSE). The cutoff is 40% for SC/ST and person with Disabilities. The selection process is based on the Common Admission Test and you might want to see if there are any updates or changes in the university's site as cut-offs differ every year.

Yes, the Faculty of Law, Calcutta University is a decent option for B.A. LL.B. Considered one of the oldest and best law colleges in India, it was established in 1909. It provides a good program, knowledgeable instructors, and many extra activities. So many successful lawyers and judges have graduated from this institution. Overall, it is a good choice for students in providing a solid basis for a career in law.

As of December 18, 2024, the University of Calcutta has not yet announced the admission dates for the Postgraduate (PG) Agriculture programs for the 2025 academic session. In the previous cycle, the university extended the application deadline to September 13, 2024, for M.Sc. and B.Tech. admissions, including those in Agricultural Sciences. 

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