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Presidency University, Kolkata: Courses, Fees, Admission 2025, Placements, Cutoff

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A NAAC accredited
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Estd. 2010

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The placement details of the 2023 batch are yet to be released on the official website. However, the University has released the NIRF report 2023. According to the report, 24 UG 3-year and 28 PG 2-year students were placed during Presidency University Kolkata placements 2022. Further, the median package offered to UG 3-year and PG 2-year students during Presidency University Kolkata placements 2022 was INR 4 and INR 7.24 LPA, respectively.

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Presidency University Kolkata Highlights 2025

Recognised as an Institution of National Eminence by the UGC, Presidency University Kolkata, is a state university that was established in 1817. Formerly known as Hindoo College, it became the College of the Bengal Presidency, and got associated with Calcutta University in 1857. After functioning as a leading constituent college under Calcutta University for over a hundred years, the institution was established as a university in July 2010. Recognised by the UGC, it is accredited by NAAC with "A" Grade.

The University has 17 departments that offers UG, PG and PhD programmes in Arts and Science specialisations. Admission to all the courses offered by the University is entrance-based every year. However, for admission to the academic year 2021-22, the entrance exams conducted for admission to UG and PG courses by WBJEEB, i.e. PUBDET and PUMDET stand cancelled. All the admissions for this academic year will be based on merit in the last qualifying exam.

Some of the prominent highlights around Presidency University Kolkata are as follows:

Particulars	Statistics
Year of establishment	1817
Recognition\| Accreditation	UGC \| "A" Grade by the NAAC
College ranking (2016)	Inaugural Top 50 by NIRF
Modes of education	Full-time
Number of courses offered	UG: 16 PG: 17
Accepted entrance exams*	UG courses: PUBDET PG courses: PUMDET
Student to faculty ratio	UG: 7:1 PG: 4:1
Highest salary	Rs 15 LPA (2016)
Median salary	Rs 5 LPA (2016)
Number & type of scholarships	7 \| Merit and need-based
MoUs	Trinity College, Groningen University and Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute, etc.
Official website	www.presiuniv.ac.in

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Q: What is unique about Presidency University, Kolkata?

Unique about Presidency University, Kolkata : Firstly Presidency University, Kolkata is completely unique in itself.

Talking about some good things of Presidency University, Kolkata is that they provides you better knowldege firstly.

Secondly, they also make you better understand how to be in discipline.

Thirdly, they provides you regular skill development drives and internship drives.

Fourthly, they provides you exciting and adventurous life at their place soo the students can enjoy their life too.;

Lastly and the main thing they provides 100% placements to their students not even just a placement also higher packages.

Presidency University
Popular programs

B.Sc.

8 Courses

4.2(45)3 years

Exams Accepted

PUBDET

Total Tuition Fees

₹5.4 K

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Median Salary

₹6 LPA

M.Sc.

12 Courses

4.3(20)2 years

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹3.84 K

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Median Salary

₹7 LPA

B.A.

8 Courses

4.0(24)3 years

Exams Accepted

PUBDET

Total Tuition Fees

₹5.4 K

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Median Salary

₹6 LPA

M.A.

8 Courses

4.0(2)2 years

Exams Accepted

PUMDET

Total Tuition Fees

₹3.84 K

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Median Salary

₹7 LPA

Ph.D.

2 Courses3 years

Exams Accepted

– / –

Total Tuition Fees

– / –

Median Salary

– / –

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Commonly asked questions
On Popular Programs

Q: Which one is better for a BSc, Presidency University, Kolkata or Jadavpur University?

Presidency is new University and Jadavpur University is older one and having ranking higher than the presidency University. Also jadavpur university provides higher package than Presidency University.Jadavpur University provides package of 5.04 Lacs per annum where as Presidency offers 3.40 Lacs per annum. Also the jadavpur University students got special recognition as compared to other universities so one should prepared Bsc from jadavpur university rather than Presidency University

Q: Is Presidency University, Kolkata good for BSc?

Presidency University, Kolkata is good for B.Sc and for management and diplomas as it provides excellent teaching, training and skill development drives. Presidency University, Kolkata focuses on the students career making i.e. they also give100% placements with high package.

Presidency University
Admission process

B.Sc. Admissions 2026

8 Courses3 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 65% aggregate
Accepting Exams: PUBDET

Important dates

Dates	Events
Mar '26	PUBDET 2026 ApplicationsTentative

M.Sc. Admissions 2026

12 Courses2 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: PUMDET, JEPAS PG

Important dates

Dates	Events
Jun '26	Registration of PUMDET 2026Tentative
Jul '26	PUMDET ExamTentative

B.A. Admissions 2026

8 Courses3 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 60% aggregate
Accepting Exams: PUBDET

Important dates

Dates	Events
Mar '26	PUBDET 2026 ApplicationsTentative

Commonly asked questions
On Admissions

Q: Can I join Presidency University, Kolkata directly?

Presidency University of Kolkata is public state University so student can get admission directly aslo by direct contacting to the college and asking them about vacant seats and eligibility and also if some donation required for getting direct admission you have to confirm it directly by visiting University upto 60% seats are reserved for direct admission students here.

Q: Does Presidency University, Kolkata accept PUBDET score?

Yes presidency University of Kolkata accepts PUBDET score. The candidate should have at least 45% aggregate marks (40% marks for reserved category candidates)in class 10+2 with Arts, Commerce, and Science streams. Appear for the Presidency Design Entrance Test. So you have to score more for getting admission in presidency University. For PUBDET there is no age limit for appearing exam.

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Presidency University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.2/5

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Placements3.3

Infrastructure4.3

Faculty & Course4.3

Campus Life4.5

Value for Money4.5

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Students of science, mathematics and economics, social sciences and English departments are placed in well-established companies.

Based on 15 Reviews

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There weren't a lot of placement options, But, I think some private teaching institutes did visit the college but I wasn't interested, so I can't comment more.

Based on 14 Reviews

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B.A. in History - Batch of 2028

4.2

3Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

We get excellence in knowledge, cultural aspirations, faculty members, and courses.

Placements: The individual information or percentage of students who are placed in my course is not known to me, as it is confidential. Details could not be found by general students. But our placement cell encourages students by helping them to get internships, which increases their desire to know the world better. The placement cell for my course needs to be developed more, as we have a few seats for our course, and they should have a look at the arts stream placements specifically and enhance their packages also.

Infrastructure: Our university has two libraries (arts and central) where innumerable books, articles, magazines, daily newspapers, and study materials are available to enrich students with a wider spectrum of knowledge. Classrooms for my course carry historical significance, where many eminent Indian personalities did higher studies. The AC room in our department is short in number. It will be better if rooms get modernised with centralized AC and are a bit cleaned regularly. Wi-Fi is not good. Canteen food is well-cooked and delicious. Hostel facilities are available. We have a sports room and a gym for physical enthusiasts.

Faculty: Faculty members are excellent. They are highly qualified and knowledgeable. They use PPTs while teaching and give useful study materials to students. They used to cover the syllabus, and moreover, they are very helpful. They are easy to reach for students. The course curriculum is absolutely relevant and beneficial for students who will think about higher studies. Semester exams are not that tough if students follow the classes regularly and follow instructions of the professor. Hardly, some students fail in the semesters here if their attendance does not become a barrier for them to sit in the semester.

Other: I chose this course because I have an interest in this subject, and also the Presidency's legacy brings me to it. I chose this course because it offers me the best things about history, which enrich me. We get a huge help from the professors, and I have been nurtured with an inquisitive approach towards any topic. The most important thing I want to deliberately increase is the time gap between the semesters, as it is too short to get deeply into topics. Fests here are very attractive, which include the fresher's party. A noticeable thing here is that there is no burden between seniors and juniors.

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025Read More

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B.Sc. in Life Science - Batch of 2028

4.2

3Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

The faculty members try hard to give us proper and better education to secure our future.

Placements: In my class (UG 2), there are 72-78 students, where 125 seats were allotted. Microbiology, Molecular Biology, and Zoology play a significant role during recruitment. Instead of placement, our college is more focused on higher education, research, and study.

Infrastructure: Our department provides good infrastructure such as big classrooms with gallery system seating arrangements, AC in summer, a projector, and big screens. Feels like a movie theatre. I don't stay in a hostel, but I share now reviews like they provide a beautiful meal in a week, they arrange a transport system from the hostel to the campuses.

Faculty: The teachers are very helpful and friendly too, whenever we go to them, they treat us as their children and solve our problems sincerely. The exam questions are divided into theoretical, applied, and analytical. They assess us in many ways for smooth learning in the future.

Other: I chose Life Sciences as I have great interest in this since my 12th Standard, specifically Molecular Biology and some parts of physiology. I want the authorities to provide more equipment for the practical lab for students of all years.

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025Read More

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B.Sc. in Life Science - Batch of 2028

3Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Very satisfied with the course.

Placements: Since this is a general line, there is no possibility of direct placement from the college itself. So it is required to either study further or take competitive exams after graduation. That's the only way to get a job. But definitely the course is worth doing from this reputable institute, as that will be highlighted in the CV, and also it's easier to find the best quality internship after passing out from a college like Presidency, which is no less than a reward in itself.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure is pretty good, according to me. Labs are well-equipped, and experiments are performed using the right apparatus. Classrooms have the facilities of light, a fan, and air conditioning. There is a central library, and perhaps any book needed can be found there. Hostel facilities are decent with proper electricity and water. Food available in the mess and canteen can be relied upon, and hygiene is maintained. Medical facilities are also available when needed. Much importance is given to the co-curricular, and various kinds of programs and sports are held continuously to encourage students to participate.

Faculty: The teachers are highly qualified and have done their higher studies from various reputed institutes in India and foreign countries. Their quality of teaching is undoubtedly the best so far. The course is very relevant, and it makes us ready to face the competitive exams and gives an in-depth knowledge of the subject. The semester exams are standard enough, and students can pass if they attend classes regularly and follow the professor. The pass percentage is very high since the professors are very helpful and ready to take our doubts anytime.

Other: The subject that fascinates me and urges me to learn more is Biology. The best thing about this life sciences course is that we acquire knowledge of every part of the Biology subject, including Zoology, botany, microbiology, molecular Biology, and so on. There is no division of courses within Biology, which makes us learn every aspect of this subject. Events and fests are held from time to time, which help us to indulge in recreation and refresh our minds.

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025Read More

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B.A. in History - Batch of 2027

4.8

4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

A well-rounded college experience - Faculty, infrastructure, and beyond.

Placements: Placement cell of Presidency University engages the students by placing them in various opportunities. Number of students who get placed is not known in detail to other students, but the university works effectively to ensure a smooth placement process. University helps students get internships, which enhance their real-world experience.

Infrastructure: University has libraries where the students get access to a wide range of books, reference materials, daily newspapers, magazines, and so on. Campus is well-maintained and the classrooms are also equipped to hold a good number of students. University has hostel facilities for the students. Canteen food here is quite affordable. Campus has a gym area and a sports room to foster the physical skills of the students.

Faculty: Professors of this university are highly qualified and employ a unique teaching method. They use PPTs, provide study materials for the topics and the course, and help the students understand the concepts in a better way. Teachers are very helpful here. The course curriculum is according to the NEP and is relevant for the students in the current scenario. The semester exams are not so tough that the students will fail. The question papers are quite standardized but are not difficult.

Other: I chose history honors because I have loved this subject since my school days and the presidency has given me a great opportunity to learn more about this subject. Faculty is so good that it keeps the students engaged with different assignments and internal assessments. Fests here are the most memorable events in the lives of students. Students also become a part of various clubs that are active in college, helping in the holistic development of the students. University has an aesthetic touch and the surroundings are cleaned daily. Students are given various scholarship opportunities.

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025Read More

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B.Sc. in Economics - Batch of 2028

4.6

4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Absolutely recommend this one.

Placements: Placements are absolutely based on your CGPA throughout your college years. Sometimes, placements are international for top-performing students. On average, 70% of students get placed, as 10% go for higher studies, and the remaining 20% try for outside placements.

Infrastructure: The hostel is extremely beautiful, but it is only for boys. There is no girls' hostel facility. Hygiene is maintained, and the environment is friendly among all types of students. There is no ragging at the extreme level seen in other colleges. Students are free to talk to their juniors.

Faculty: Teachers are extremely helpful. If you face any problems, there are mentors to help you out. Teaching is at a 4.5 level, but I recommend it as it is a home university. The exam patterns and marking schemes are much easier than in other universities.

Other: Economics honors is a very prestigious course studied at the Presidency. Elite people like Amartya Sen and Abhijit Vinayak have graduated from here. We are extremely proud of them and try to idolize them and reach that level.

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025Read More

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B.A. in Preforming Arts - Batch of 2025

4.8

4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

The exact place you need to grow as an artist as well as a human being.

Placements: Most of the students from my batch will be pursuing master's degrees here, so they didn't go for a full-time job right now including me but we got job offers ranging from 3 LPA-4 LPA. The top recruiting companies are SVF and KCC by Emami Group. Almost 100% of students got internships from this course at KCC. Top roles offered are arts manager, instructor, and professor after completing masters' and post-doctorate.

Infrastructure: We have our lecture theatre with two portable ACs, sound systems, and a projector for a comfortable and engaging learning experience for the students. We have our practical room at the Black Box Theatre, and all the instruments are available there guitar, tabla, keyboard, etc. We have our dance studio where the dance students as well as the theatre students practice their arts and the library contains all the necessary books for the course. The hostel is big, there's a huge football ground, the food is healthy and hygienic and it's near Calcutta Medical College for any kind of emergencies.

Faculty: The professors are engaging and helpful both with practicals and theories. The curriculum is versatile and relevant for getting into the world of performing arts as a working professional be it a performer or an academician. Semester exams are not that hard if class notes are followed correctly. The pass rate is above 95%.

Other: I'm a musician and wanted to be a musician before joining this course, I'd say if you're signing up for this be ready and open to learn because this course teaches it all, and if you want to be a true artist then all this knowledge will be really helpful to make you grow not just an artist but as an individual, both skillful and personally. We have some huge fests every year and as an artist, it's a huge platform to showcase your talents in front of a large audience on the campus and also from outside.

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025Read More

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Presidency University
Cut Offs 2026

MA Cut Off 2023 for PUMDET: Year-Wise rank Accordion Icon V3

Rounds

PUMDET Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)

Course	2023
M.Sc. in Geography	12
M.Sc. in Statistics	14
M.Sc. in Applied Geology	14
M.A. in Bengali	10
M.A. in History	19

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Rounds

PUBDET Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)

Course	2023
B.Sc. in Geography	23
B.A. in Political Science	28
B.A. in English	31
B.A. in Sociology	38
B.A. in Hindi	18

Commonly asked questions
On Cutoffs

Q: What are the cutoff marks for Presidency University, Kolkata?

Presidency University Kolkata admission 2023 is expected to start in the month of August and September for UG and PG courses, respectively. During 2022 admission cycle, Presidency University Kolkata released its provisional general merit list for UG admission on August 27. This was followed by the release of first provisional merit list for admission, based on which students will be able to confirm their seats. The university currently offers UG, PG and doctoral-level courses in the field of Arts and Science. For admission to the University, WBJEEB conducted PUMDET and PUBDET exams for PG and UG Admission. There is no minimum cutoff for admission. You need to fulfill eligibility criteria which is 70% marks in 12th and entrance exam.

Q: Can I get into Presidency University, Kolkata with 70% in class 12th?

Yes, one can easily get into presidency university, kolkata with 70% or equivalent in class 12th. The University has 17 departments that offers UG, PG and PhD programmes in Arts and Science specialisations. Admission to all the courses offered by the University is entrance-based every year. However, for admission to the academic year 2021-22, the entrance exams conducted for admission to UG and PG courses by WBJEEB, i.e. PUBDET and PUMDET stand cancelled. All the admissions for this academic year will be based on merit in the last qualifying exam.

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Presidency College Kolkata Placements 2024

The median package offered during UG 3-year was INR 6 LPA. Whereas, PG 2-year graduates recorded a placement package of INR 7 LPA. A total of 18 UG 3-year graduates received placement along with 88 PG 2-year graduates. Some of the top recruiters at Presidency University Kolkata are CTS, Wipro, Deloitte, IBM, CITI Bank, etc. Check out the table below for placements details of Class of 2022 and 2023:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package (UG 3-years) (BA, BSc)	INR 4 LPA	INR 6 LPA
Total students (UG 3-years)	449	393
Total students placed (UG 3-years)	24	13
Median package (PG 2-years) (MA, MSc)	INR 7.24 LPA	INR 7 LPA
Total students (PG 2-years)	343	333
Total students placed (PG 2-years)	28	88

Note: The above information belongs from Presidency University Kolkata NIRF 2024 reports.

Course	Median Salary
B.Sc.	₹6 LPA
M.Sc.	₹7 LPA
B.A.	₹6 LPA

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Top Recruiters

Azim Premji Foundation

CTS

Pradan

CITI Bank

IBM

StandardChartered

Genpact

pwc

Wipro

TATA Consultancy Services

Deloitte

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Based on 20 Student Responses

Internships and industry projects

Students can work with faculty on research projects

Internships and industry projects

Offered in the final year only

Employment opportunities

Higher in core jobs

Higher studies preferences

Majority opted in India

Placement support

Organized & proactive placement process

Alumni network

Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

Entrepreneurship cell

Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

Overall feeling of students

Love being in college

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: What is the placement scenario at Presidency University?

Presidency University offers decent placements annually to its UG and PG courses. The key highlights of Presidency University Kolkata placements for the Class of 2022 and 2023 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package (UG 3-years) (BA, BSc)	INR 4 LPA	INR 6 LPA
Total students (UG 3-years)	449	393
Total students placed (UG 3-years)	24	13
Median package (PG 2-years) (MA, MSc)	INR 7.24 LPA	INR 7 LPA
Total students (PG 2-years)	343	333
Total students placed (PG 2-years)	28	88

Note: The above-mentioned data are gathered from the Presidency University Kolkata NIRF report 2024.

Q: How are the MA placements at Presidency University Kolkata?

Presidency University Kolkata offers MA courses in various specialisations viz., Philosophy, Performing Arts, Political Science, History, etc. When it comes to placements, the Presidency University Kolkata offers good placements annually. The placement details of the MA batch 2024 are yet to be released on the official website. Once it is released, it will be updated here. However, the placement details of PG 2-year batch 2023 is disclosed in the NIRF report 2024. Let’s take a look at the key highlights Presidency University Kolkata placements for the PG 2-year Class of 2022 and 2023 in the table below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package (PG 2 year)	INR 7.24 LPA	INR 7 LPA
Total students (PG 2 year)	343	333
Total students placed (PG 2 year)	28	88

Note: The above-mentioned data are gathered from the Presidency University Kolkata NIRF report 2024.

Q: How many UG students were placed during the recent Presidency University Kolkata placements?

The final placement report 2024 is yet to be released. Once it is out, the total number of students placed in 2024 placement at Presidency University Kolkata will be updated here. However, as per the NIRF report 2024, a total of 13 students of the UG 3-year batch were placed out of total 393 students during Presidency University Kolkata placements 2023. The following table showcases the total number of students and the number of students placed during Presidency University Kolkata placements between 2021 and 2023:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2021)	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
Total UG 3-year students	480	449	393
UG 3-years students placed	7	24	13

Note: The above-mentioned data are gathered from the Presidency University Kolkata NIRF report 2024.

Presidency University Kolkata Scholarships 2025

The University offers several scholarships to the students on the basis of merit and need. These scholarships are offered under all programmes. Name of some of the Presidency University, Kolkata scholarships are listed below:

Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship
NSP & National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students
Minority Scholarship
Priyamvada Birla Scholarship
Sambhava Foundation Scholarship
Harsh and Payal Hada Foundation
Kanyasharee Scholarship

Commonly asked questions
On Scholarships

Q: Who is eligible for Priyamvada Birla Scholarship at Presidency University, Kolkata?

Presidency University offers Priyamvada Birla Scholarship. The scholarship shall be added to awarded to a total of 25 students pursuing full-time degree (graduation in general degree-BA, BSc, BCom etc.), Professional Course, Engineering, Medicine in any college/institute from recognised college/institute in West Bengal. Students having any confirmed admission for the first year of full-time degree course are only eligible to apply.

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Presidency University Popular Courses

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B.Sc.

M.Sc.

B.A.

M.A.

B.Sc. in Geography icon

3 years

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PUBDET

B.Sc. in Life Science icon

3 years

Tuition Fees

₹5.4 KGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

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3 years

Tuition Fees

₹5.4 KGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

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3 years

Tuition Fees

₹5.4 KGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

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3 years

Tuition Fees

₹5.4 KGet Fee Details

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Presidency University Kolkata Courses and Fee 2025

Presidency University Kolkata offers UG, PG and Doctoral programmes in the field of Arts and Science. The University offers courses such as BA, BSc, MA, MSc and PhD programmes in various specialisations.Tabulated below is more details on Presidency University, Kolkata courses along with their specialisations and total fee are as follows:

Courses	Tuition Fees	Eligibility
B.Sc.(8 courses)	5.4 KGet Fee Details	10+2 : 65-75 % Exams : PUBDET
M.Sc.(12 courses)	3.8 KGet Fee Details	Graduation : 50-60 % Exams : PUMDET JEPAS PG
B.A.(8 courses)	5.4 KGet Fee Details	10+2 : 60-70 % Exams : PUBDET
M.A.(8 courses)	3.8 KGet Fee Details	Graduation : 50 % Exams : PUMDET

Commonly asked questions
On Fees and Eligibility

Q: How to pay PUBDET application fee?

The Application Fees can be paid by Net Banking/ Debit Card/ Credit Card/ UPI only. Application fees for PUBDET-2025 is INR 500 (Rupees five hundred only) for one paper and INR 250 for each additional paper, plus the Bank’s Service Charges, if applicable. Candidates can check the official website of WBJEEB (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board) to know all about the application fee submission process or Shiksha page.

Q: What is the entrance exam for MA in Presidency University, Kolkata?

In order to get admission at Presidency University, Kolkata for MA course, the candidate should have pass PUMDET entrance exam. The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) conducts PUMDET to shortlist aspirants for admission in MA programmes offered at Presidency University, Kolkata. Presidency University Master Degree Entrance Test (PUMDET) comprises separate entrance tests for admission in Science and humanities courses. When applying for admission through PUMDET, candidates are supposed to apply for a maximum of two subjects.

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Courses Offered19 courses4.4

Total Fees₹2.95 L

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Presidency University	₹ 6 LPA	₹ 5.4 K	-/-
Asutosh College Compare	₹ 3.8 LPA	₹ 12.15 K - 1.01 L	-/-
Jadavpur University Compare	₹ 9.8 LPA	-/-	-/-
Amity University Kolkata Compare	-/-	₹ 2.43 L - 6.4 L	-/-
St. Xavier's College Kolkata Compare	₹ 5.5 LPA - 6 LPA	₹ 2.36 L - 8.44 L	-/-
Scottish Church College	₹ 3 LPA	₹ 5.26 K - 25.11 K	-/-

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Presidency University, Kolkata Infrastructure/Facilities

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Sports facilities

Multiple sports grounds & coaching present

College events

Moderately busy calendar with 1-3 monthly events

Mess food

Mess and Cooking arrangements are Hygienic

Mess food

Quality and taste of food is acceptable

Attendance policy

Incomplete attendance invites penalty

Dress code

Students can wear whatever they want

Additional expenses

Books

Additional expenses

Requirement to eat out despite mess fees

Consequence of rules violation

Rule breakers are let off with a warning

Outside movement of girl students

Not at all restricted

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Q: What are the important details related to PUBDET counselling?

Candidates are required to keep the following information in mind while appearing for PUBDET counselling round:

Candidate’s credentials will be verified at the counselling centre.
Aspirants need to appear in-person at their counselling centre.
Credentials of candidates eligible for counselling and admission will be verified on stipulated dates, which will notified to the candidates.
The Presidency University quota will be applicable for candidates who have qualified their BA/BSc (honors) degree through regukar examination of the university as per merit.
Admission through non-PU quota will be based on the rank secured in PUBDET 2024 entrance exam.

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Presidency University Kolkata Popular Alumni

Being one of the oldest institutions in India, Presidency University has graduated a number of state heads, Chief Ministers of West Bengal, Chief Justices of India, Governor of RBI, Oscar winners, multiple Padma awardees, at least six Sahitya Akademi awardees, numerous national award-winning film directors, politicians, Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar laureates, two Nobel laureates and several civil servants serving in senior capacities. This list is not just composed of graduates of this school, as many of the famous people in its list of popular alumni didn't necessarily earn a degree from this University.

Depicted below is a list of the top eight popular alumni who have studied from Presidency University Kolkata.

Presidency University Kolkata MoUs and Collaborations

Over the years, Presidency University Kolkata has signed a number of MoUs with national and international organisations and Universities. This has been done not just to not only foster global competencies among its researchers, students and teachers but also to enhance the quality of its outreach activities. All these MoUs are listed in the following table:

Presidency University Kolkata MoUs
Indiana University (IU)	Department of Physics, University of Massachusetts Lowell	The School of Oriental and African Studies University of London, UK (SOAS)
Fulbright-Nehru Fellowship	SKA-India Consortium	Tata Medical Centre
Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute	Infosys Foundation	Graduate School of Science, Hiroshima University, Japan
The University of Groningen, The Netherlands	Edward Food Research & Analysis Centre Ltd (EFRAC)	Georgia State University and Its College of Arts & Scineces (GSU)
Information and Lbrary Network Centre (ILNC)	University of East Angila Norwich, UK	University of Dublin, Trinity College Dublin
Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy	University of Cambridge, UK	NS Raghavan Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning a Centre for excellence at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (NSRCEL-IIMB)
Waseda University	Sciences PO

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Presidency University FAQs

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Q: Which is the top courses of Presidency University, Kolkata?

Presidency University, kolkata offers both Undergraduate and Post Graduate programmes. It also provides doctorate programmes. Courses from varies fields like science, arts, humanities and social sciences are available. The top courses offered by presidency University, Kolkata are B.A (hons) and BSc (hons), MA, M.Sc, and P.hd in multiple specializations. Presidency University also has 17 departments that offer PhD courses.

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Has the form filling process for UG 2025-26 at Presidency University, Kolkata started?

Answered 5 months ago

It's wonderful that you're so proactive about your admission! The form-filling process for undergraduate admissions for the 2025-26 academic year at Presidency University, Kolkata, would have already been completed by now. As is typical for most universities, the admission process for the new academ

Aman Kumar

Contributor-Level 9

Can I apply at Presidency University Kolkata if currently I am giving High school exams?

Answered 5 months ago

No, for admission in Presidency university Kolkata, you must have passed the higher secondary 10 + 2 exam in the current year 2025 or have passed in 2024 or earlier.

Mohammad Isha

Beginner-Level 4

When is the admission starting in Presidency University Kolkata for BA in English honours?

Answered 9 months ago

Admission to the Bachelor of Arts in English Honours programme at Presidency University, is conducted through the Presidency University Bachelor Degree Entrance Test.

Here are some of the important dates:

Application Form Release date is expected in March 2025.
Application Deadline date will be till t

Dhruv Bhoir

Beginner-Level 4

Does Presidency University, Kolkata provide BA in eco honors course?

Answered 9 months ago

Presidency University, Kolkata, does not offer a Bachelor of Arts (BA) Honours in Economics.

Ramiz Uddin

Beginner-Level 1

How many seats are available for BSc at Presidency University?

Answered a year ago

Presidency University in Bangalore has a B.Sc. programme with a total intake of 60. To be eligible, one must have completed 12th class with Mathematics or Statistics and scored at least 40% in total. Typically admission is done through personal interview (PI) and academic merit.

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