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Calcutta University MSc Highlights 2023

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Total Tuition Fees₹ 2.3K - 10.3L
Median Package₹ 1.7L - 9.2L
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  • JEPAS PG
  • CBSE 12th
  • ISC
  • WBCHSE
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    • Graduation score40%
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    Q:   Which entrance exam is accepted by Calcutta University?
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    Kolkata University accepts the scores of various entrance examinations for admissions. The university accepts the scores of WBJEE for BTech, CULET UG for BA LLB (Hons), CAT/ MAT/XMAT/JEMAT for MBA, CULET PG for LLM and WBJECA for MCA.

    Q:   Is Calcutta University ranked?
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    The Calcutta University has been ranked by the NIRF 2025 and QS World Universities Ranking 2026. As per the NIRF report 2025, Calcutta University ranking was 47 in the Overall and 39 in the University category. The QS World Universities Ranking has ranked the Kolkata University as 2nd best public university of West Bengal and 8th best among all public universities.

    Q:   Can I get direct admission at Calcutta University?
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    No, Calcutta University does not offer direct admission. The university relies on merit-based counseling or mandatory entrance exams score for getting admission in Calcutta University.

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    M.Sc. in Agriculture (Agronomy)

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    M.Sc. in Agricultural (Agricultural Chemistry and Soil Science)

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    M.Sc. in Zoology

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    M.Sc. in Agriculture (Horticulture)

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    M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding)

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    M.Sc. in Chemistry

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    M.Sc. in Electronic Science

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    M.Sc. in Zoology

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    M.Sc. in Agriculture (Seed Science and Technology)

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    M.Sc. in Botany

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    M.Sc. in Physics

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    Master of Science (M.Sc.)

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    M.Sc. in Computer Science

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    ₹ 2.3 K - 10.26 L
    ₹ 3.54 K - 5.77 L
    ₹ 5.84 K - 16.03 L
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    The value for money rating of this course is 4.1/5 (45 Reviews).View placement detailsExternal Link Icon Placement Insight Icon
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    Q:   What is the fee of Calcutta University courses?
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    Given below is the details about CU Kolkata fees for different programs:

    CourseTotal Tuition FeeTotal Fee
    BA LLB (Hons)INR 87,150INR 87,150
    BSc (Hons)INR 5,280 – INR 7.22 LakhINR 4.71 Lakh – INR 11.87 Lakh
    BA LLBINR 1.75 Lakh – INR 3.22 LakhINR 2.48 Lakh – INR 4.11 Lakh
    BTechINR 30,830 – INR 40,500INR 37,520 – INR 49,160
    MBAINR 1.9 Lakh – INR 7.64 LakhINR 2.46 Lakh – INR 8.3 Lakh

    *This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

    Q:   Is WBJEE mandatory for BTech admissions at Calcutta University?
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    Calcutta University BTech admission does not require candidates to mandatorily appear in WBJEE. A valid score of JEE main is also accepted for granting admission into BTech at University of Calcutta. However, first preference will be given to candidates applying through WBJEE.

    Q:   What is the Calcutta University application process?
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    Calcutta University admissions require students to meet certain eligibility criteria based on preferred course and apply online before the last date of application. Students may look below for a breakdown on the Calcutta University application process:

    1. Open the official college website
    2. Click on 'Admission' link.
    3. Register with basic details and generate login credentials.
    4. Using login credentials, fill out the application form in the given slots with all required information such as personal and educational details.
    5. Complete the application process by submitting the document and paying an adequate amount of the application fee.
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    Calcutta University MSc Admission Dates 2023

    DatesPast Events
    3 Oct '23
    		M.Sc. Publication of 1st Selection List
    1 Sep '23 - 27 Sep '23
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    Q:   What is the application fee of Calcutta University?
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    The application fee at Calcutta University differs on the basis of course and category. The application fee is INR 1,000 for general candidates and INR 500 for SC/ST/ PwD candidates. Please note, this is taken from the unofficial sources. It can change.

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    M.Sc. in Botany - Batch of 2023
    5.0
    5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
    Our college is best for doing M.Sc. Botany.
    Placements: Our university is not able to provide placements to every student. Less than 36 percent of students got placed from departments like botany, biotech, and zoology. Most of the students are going for higher studies like PhD. Dr Reddy and Biocon are giving placements to some students. The top roles offered are lab technician and research analyst. The highest package is 13 LPA and the lowest is 4.5 LPA.
    Infrastructure: We have a beautiful campus area. Our department is equipped with digital instruments. The whole campus is Wi-Fi enabled. All lecture halls have AC and projectors. In our library, more than 6 lakhs books are available. The hostel environment is friendly, every student is cooperative. Food provided in the canteen is too good.
    Faculty: All the faculty members are having top notch qualification. I rate our department faculty 5/5. They provide high-quality teaching. All the teachers are friendly and always help students. The course curriculum focuses on modern industry. The curriculum helps students gain knowledge about present industry conditions and how to get a job. The semester is quite tough but around 95 percent of students are passed the exam.
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    M.Sc. in Botany - Batch of 2024
    Offered by Bethune College
    4.0
    4.0Placements4.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money
    My review of this college.
    Placements: Every year, many top job recruiters and companies visit our college for seminars, interviews, and job exams. Our college personally invites recruiters through our placement cell, and our professors make sure that we attend every interview and seminar to get a better idea about what we want to do in our future. If you want to place in a good and best, they have a placement cell where you have to register yourself to get updates about companies. Most of them are IT and management-based companies. The job profile is basically that of a salesperson. Many new companies have approached for placement.
    Infrastructure: The girls' hostel is located just at the back side of our college. It is spacious and well-maintained. The rooms are airy and well-lighted. The food is of a very standard type. There is a huge demand for hostel facilities, and it is given on a priority basis. There is a free and fair policy regarding giving hostel facilities.
    Faculty: The course is overall quite good. It has lots of practicals to increase practical knowledge. A plenty of things are taught on the projector, which gives us a digital experience. The course also consists of an industrial visit, which gives us a rough idea of how industries work. The teachers are very well-qualified and very cooperative. They are well-experienced and have a minimum M.Sc. qualification. Most of them are Ph.D. qualified. They have a very good knowledge and also make us think out of the box. They are always ready to help. Their teaching helps us to grow personally as well. We have a semester pattern, and the practical exams are held at the end of the year only. In the third year, we had university exams at the end of the year. The practicals are always good, and we felt good after leaving the labs. Exams obviously depend on one's preparations. The laboratory is always clean.
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    Discontinued (Aug 2024)- M.Sc. in Economics - Batch of 2025
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    5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
    Great place for a master's in economics.
    Placements: Quite many companies approach the placement cell. 40 to 50 students out of around 180 get placed on campus. There are some companies that have revoked promised offers. Roles mainly include data analyst and sales. One can secure a 6 LPA package if he/she is sincere throughout the course.
    Infrastructure: There is an extensive library with all required books. One can even access central library of main campus, which is huge. Classes are air conditioned, and software is taught in labs. There is a homely feeling, with a homely canteen and a wonderful vibe.
    Faculty: Teachers are best in business, with high accolades. They try their best to clear concepts and support you after class. Exams are of standard difficulty, but nothing comes out of the syllabus. It will be 2 years of gaining extensive knowledge about economics.
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    M.Sc. in Chemistry - Batch of 2025
    3.8
    3.0Placements4.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money
    Average college in Kolkata.
    Placements: The placement cell of our course is active. Very few students got placed in relevant jobs. The average package was around 4-5 LPA. Top roles offered in campus placement were BPOs, and some job offers were relevant to the laboratory. Around 20% of students independently applied for internships, and some achieved that.
    Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure available for our course are just okay. The library is good, and a huge collection of books is available. The laboratory is also okay; a few instruments are not working properly. Basic medical facilities are present. Limited sports facilities are available.
    Faculty: Teachers are helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable in their respective domains of study. The teaching quality of our faculty members is diverse; some professors are old-style and some are modern. The difficulty of the semester examination is 3 out of 5.
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    M.Sc. in Botany - Batch of 2025
    Offered by Bethune College
    5.0
    5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
    Overall, it is the best college for the M.Sc. in Botany course.
    Placements: About 92% of students are admitted to our college. Many students got jobs in many companies. The highest salary package offered is 29 LPA, and the minimum salary package offered is 9 LPA. Big companies like Novartis, Johnson & Johnson, Bayer, etc., visit the college for recruitment. Nearly 85% of students received internships. Higher-level roles offered are conservation biologist, horticulturist, etc.
    Infrastructure: The campus's antique architecture gives us a sense of antiquity, reminiscent of Royal Kolkata. Classrooms include lofty windows and overhanging fans, similar to those seen in old movies. The college features two libraries stocked with literature on a variety of subjects. All of the science departments have offices, and the institution also provides Wi-Fi. The canteen cuisine is overpriced and delicious for everyone.
    Faculty: It is a wonderful joy to announce that I have graduated with the top faculty members. They've always assisted us. Students should prepare for projects. Our teachers are always very helpful in our work. Semester tests are quite standard, and we are determined to test our faith. The pass rate is more than 55%.
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    M.Sc. in Botany - Batch of 2026
    4.0
    3.0Placements4.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
    Best university for M.Sc. and research with friendly-supportive faculty members.
    Placements: I am a science student. So, less than 30% of students get placements every year in a mixture of all departments like biochemistry, biotech, botany, and zoology. But most students are going for higher studies, like a Ph.D. Last year, companies like Dr. Reddy and Biocon mainly focused on recruiting only biotech and botany students. One of my seniors is going for a lab technician and another research analyst role offered during placements. Last year, the highest 12.5 LPA, and the lowest 4.5 LPA packages were offered by companies.
    Infrastructure: I am proud to say that my department is one of the most digitally equipped. All the lecture halls of my department are equipped with Wi-Fi, a projector, and AC. The library is top-class with more than 6 lakh books and recent time digital notes or research projects. Labs are well-equipped with modern types of equipment, focused on recent industries. I am not staying in a hostel, but my friend said that it is a good and friendly environment. But the food is good in our canteen.
    Faculty: I rate it 5/5 for my department teachers based on their best quality of teaching. Also, they are very friendly and helpful. They are very knowledgeable and highly qualified. The course curriculum is relevant and modern industry-focused, which helps us to better understand the recent industry. Semester exams are mostly difficult, but that helps us to attend regular classes and read carefully. But practical exams are easy and enjoyable. Most of the students pass like 95% of the students.
    Other: I am a botany graduate. I can go for biotech or biochemistry, but my interest in botany has been in recent discoveries. Every government is focused on green energy. The best thing is that the course is focused on the industry. I think the course should focus more on recent industries. Our campus union is helpful and organised, too many things at every festival like sports in winter, Holi, etc. Campus connectivity is good with the nearest railway station, metro station, bus stop, and tram connectivity. Campus is crowded during college time with the best greenery surroundings.
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    What documents are required at the time of Calcutta University admission process?

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    Candidates who secure a seat in Calcutta University must appear for the counselling process and carry these documents during the counselling process:

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    • School leaving certificate
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    How are Calcutta University placements?

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    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:

    CourseNumber of Students PlacedMedian Salary
    UG 3-Year10INR 7 Lakh
    UG 4-Year142INR 11.89 Lakh
    UG 5-Year78INR 8.5 Lakh
    PG Integrated 5-Year23INR 8 Lakh
    PG 2-Year2796INR 11.5 Lakh
    PG 3-Year10INR 11.5 Lakh

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    Does Calcutta University offer scholarships to students?

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    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

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    What is the Calcutta University admission process?

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    Candidates seeking admission to any of the course at Calcutta University must first meet the eligibility criteria, appear for the course specific entrance test like CULET PG, CAT, MAT, XMAT, JEMAT, WBJECA etc. Appear for the counselling process and pay the admission fees. For admission to the MBA co

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    What is the Calcutta University cutoff trends?

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    Calcutta University Cutoffs are based on the performance of candidates in the entrance examinations. The WBJEE round 3 closing rank 2026 has been declared for the BTech course. Calcutta University BTech cutoffs as per the round 3 closing rank for General All India category ranged between 421 and 240

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