M.Phil. in Economics 

at University of Calcutta, College Street

Yes, Calcutta University conducts its in-house entrance exam, I. e. , Calcutta University Entrance Exam once a year for various UG and PG courses. For Law courses, such as B.A. LL.B. And LL. M. the entrance is conducted in an offline mode. It is crucial for candidates seeking admission in these courses to take the entrance test. Calcutta University (CU) offers UG, PG and doctoral-level programmes in the fields of Humanities, Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, Technology, Engineering, etc.

Calcutta University has achieved good placement numbers over the past few years. During 2023 placements, the number of students placed has dropped for all the UG and PG courses in comparison to 2022. For detailed analysis refer to the table below depicting the Calcutta University placement trends:

Course	Placement Statistics (2021)	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
UG (3-year)	- Total students: 419 - Students placed: 247	- Total students: 417 - Students placed: 252	- Total students: 380 - Students placed: 198
BTech	- Total students: 237 - Students placed: 189	- Total students: 357 - Students placed: 305	- Total students: 289 - Students placed: 199
BA LLB	- Total students: 110 - Students placed: 96	- Total students: 119 - Students placed: 95	- Total students: 83 - Students placed: 67
PG (2-year)	- Total students: 5,984 - Students placed: 4,198	- Total students: 5,975 - Students placed: 4,201	- Total students: 5,125 - Students placed: 3,985
PG (3-year)	- Total students: 97 - Students placed: 78	- Total students: 98 - Students placed: 85	- Total students: 40 - Students placed: 30
PG (5-year)	- Total students: 40 - Students placed: 30	- Total students: 41 - Students placed: 32	- Total students: 37 - Students placed: 28

NOTE: The aforementioned placement statistics are collated from the NIRF report 2024.

In order to get admission to Calcutta University, candidates need to fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria as per the course requirements. Admission to UG courses is mainly merit-based while for some other courses, the University accepts state-level entrance exams such as WBJEE or national-level exams such as JEE Main and CAT. Further, the university also conducts its in-house entrance exam, i.e., Calcutta University Entrance Exam. Aspiring students first need to qualify for the respective entrance exams and then fill out the application form.

{Source: M.Com students & alumni}

University of Calcutta's MCom Program

Placement Opportunities:
* 60% of students secure placements after completing the MCom program.
* Average starting salary: INR3 LPA (lakhs per annum).
* Maximum package: INR7 LPA.
* Top recruiters include TCS, HDFC Bank, SBI Bank, and others.
* Internship opportunities: 20% of students participate in internship programs.
* Common roles: Accountant, Manager, Professor, Assistant, and others.

Infrastructure and Facilities:
* Clean classrooms and labs equipped with the latest instruments.
* Useful library with various book collections.
* Scholarship options: up to INR24,000.
* Campus infrastructure: large classrooms, laboratories, library, canteen, and medical facilities.

Teaching and Faculty:
* Highly qualified faculty members with decades of teaching experience.
* Modern teaching procedures.
* Friendly and approachable professors who interact with students.

Additional Insights:
* While placements might not be the strongest aspect of the program, the college offers numerous opportunities for students to develop their skills and knowledge.
* The faculty plays a crucial role in guiding students professionally and helping them achieve their goals.
* The college's strong reputation, combined with its location in the heart of Kolkata, provides a unique learning experience.

From 2021 to 2023 a fluctuating trend was observed in the placement rate of all the UG courses. The table below represents the UG placement rate trends for better understanding:

The placement rate for PG (3-year) and PG (5-year) courses has been fluctuating over the past three years. On the other hand, the placement rate for PG (2-year) courses was the same in 2021 and 2022, however it increased in 2023. Refer to the below table for a detailed analysis of the University of Calcutta placement trends:

Students can avail themselves of a vast number of courses starting from Humanities, Arts, and Sciences to Commerce, Management, Technology, and Engineering from Calcutta University. The courses in these disciplines are available at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, apart from courses available at the doctoral level and thus providing ample opportunities for academic advancement. Whether aspired to a Bachelor's degree in BSc, BA, and BCom or higher learning with MA, MCom, or specialized courses like BE/BTech and MBA/PGDM, Calcutta University offers its full curriculum for the various interests and career goals.

No, you cannot get admission at a rank of 7000 at Calcutta University. The Calcutta University cutoff 2024 for the BTech courses at the undergraduate level has been released upto Round 3 seat allotment results. The WBJEE cutoff 2024 for BTech courses ranged between 903 and 3918 for General AI students. So, candidates having a rank of, 7000 cannot not even think of  getting admission at Calcutta University. However, for OBC AI category candidates, the required rank to get into Calcutta University is 27788 or below than that.

The Calcutta University highest package or the salary details for 2024 drive are yet to be released. However, the median package for the 2023 drive is disclosed in the NIRF report 2024. The highest median package offered during 2023 placements was INR 10 LPA, made to PG (2-year) and BTech students. Take a look at the below table depicting the course-wise median package for the Calcutta University placements 2023:

Course	Median Package (2023)
PG (3-year)	INR  9.90 LPA
BTech	INR 10 LPA
PG (2-year)	INR 10 LPA
UG (3-year)	INR 9.20 LPA
PG (5-year)	INR 8.80 LPA
BA LLB	INR 8 LPA

The University has not released the Calcutta University CSE average package or branch-wise placement statistics 2023 for BTech. However, as per the combined details available in the NIRF report 2024, a total of 199 students were placed during Calcutta University BTech placements 2023. The median package offered to BTech students was INR 10 LPA. Earlier, 305 BTech students were placed in 2022 and the median package stood at INR 9.20 LPA.

{Source: M.A. students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's what emerges:

Infrastructure and Facilities

* Decent infrastructure compared to other similar colleges
* Well-stocked library with many books
* Modern labs and classrooms with good benches
* Good hostel facilities with excellent food quality
* Availability of canteen, mess, sports, and games facilities

Teaching Quality and Faculty

* Exemplary faculty members with a passion for teaching
* Teachers provide all study materials and are knowledgeable about every subject
* Course curriculum is deemed relevant and beneficial for students
* Highly qualified and experienced professors with research publications

Placement Record

* University's placement record is excellent (100%)
* the highest package: 3 lac, the lowest package: 1.8 lac, average package: 2 lac
* Top recruiting companies include Microsoft, Xiaomi, Lava, Dell, Golden Leaf, etc.
* 50% students secured internships with Lava and Golden Leaf
* CEO role is offered among the top positions

Course Relevance and Industry Readiness

* Course curriculum is relevant and prepares students to understand the depth of the subject
* Students become Masters of their domain and acquire skills to take up future roles
* The faculty helps students to develop critical thinking and analytical skills

Overall, based on these factors, the M.A. programme at the University of Calcutta appears to be a worthwhile investment. While the placement record might not be exceptional, the university's reputation, faculty quality, and infrastructure suggest that students receive a solid education and are prepared for future careers.