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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 9
Kolkata University Cutoffs are based on the entrance exams scores. Calcutta University BTech cutoffs as per the round 3 closing rank for General AI category ranged from 421 for BTech Computer Science and Engineering to 2403 for BTech Jute and Fibre Technology.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 9
Kolkata University Cutoffs are based on the entrance exams scores. Calcutta University BTech cutoffs as per the round 3 closing rank for General AI category ranged from 421 for BTech Computer Science and Engineering to 2403 for BTech Jute and Fibre Technology.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 9
The CU Kolkata admission process begins with the application process. Candidates have an option to apply for admission in the online or offline mode depending upon the course. Given below is the brief about the application process :
CU Kolkata Online Application Process
Candidates for some of the course like BA LLB can apply in the online mode. Given below are the steps in the application process:
- Visit the Kolkata University website
- Login using credentials
- Fill out the necessary details and upload the documents
- Fill the preference of colleges offering the BA LLB (Hons) course
- Pay the CU Kolkata application fee of INR 1000 (INR 500
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 9
Candidates can find below the list of some of the Calcutta University affiliated colleges offering BSc (Hons) course:
- St. Xavier's College
- Scottish Church College
- Gurudas College
- Bangabasi College
- Fakir Chand College, etc.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 9
Candidates seeking admission to the BSc (Hons) course at Calcutta University must have passed the Class 12 examination in Science stream with minimum aggregate of 45% from a recognised Board.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 9
The University of Calcutta has been ranked by the NIRF 2025 and QS World Universities Ranking 2026 based on various parameters. As per the NIRF report for the year 2025, CU Kolkata ranking was 47 in the Overall category and 39 in the University category. The QS World Universities Ranking has ranked the Kolkata University in various brackets as mentioned below:
| Category | Rank |
|---|---|
| Among all Public Universities of West Bengal | 2 |
| Among all Public Universities | 8 |
| Among all Indian Universities & Institutes | 21 |
| Among all Public Universities of Southern Asia | 16 |
| Among all Public Universities of Asia | 177 |
| Among all Asian Universities | 220 |
Note: The NIRF ranking mentioned above is as per the 2025 data, NIT Patna the latest 2026 ranking will be updated here, once released by the authorities.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 9
According to the 2025 NIRF data, the university witnessed an impeccable placement season. Students pursuing UG, PG and integrated course got placed in various reputed organisations. Given below is the University of Calcutta placement highlights as per the NIRF report 2025:
| Course | Number of Students Placed | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| UG 3-Year | 10 | INR 7 Lakh |
| UG 4-Year | 142 | INR 11.89 Lakh |
| UG 5-Year | 78 | INR 8.5 Lakh |
| PG Integrated 5-Year | 23 | INR 8 Lakh |
| PG 2-Year | 2796 | INR 11.5 Lakh |
| PG 3-Year | 10 | INR 11.5 Lakh |
Note: Placement data for 2026 has not been released yet. The data will be updated here once released by the university.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 9
Yes, Calcutta Universityoffers various scholarships and endowments to UG, PG and doctoral students. The university offers 3 state scholarships to UG students, 120 scholarships to PG students and 9 scholarships to MPhil students. The PhD students enrolled at the university, can avail the University Research Fellowship (URF) of INR 18,000 pm for JRF and INR 20,000 for SRF.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, NIT Durgapur's campus is generally considered safe for girls.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
Your chances mostly depend on your category and whether you qualify for the Home State (West Bengal) quota.
General category and other State candidates face much higher cutoffs, while Home State or reserved categories can secure core branches.
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