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Eligibility criteria to pursue CSE For eligibility for a BTech in CSE, candidates must have passed the Class 12 exam from an accredited board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as their core courses. A minimum cumulative score of 60% in the aforementioned subjects is also required of candidates.The cutoff ranks for the B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at the University of Calcutta for the 2024 WBJEE Round 2 were between 634 and 4348 for the General AI category. The B.Tech in CSE was the most competitive course in this category. 

Calcutta University offers over ten specialisations in BTech courses, for admission to all specialisations, the university accepts the WBJEE entrance examination except for BTech in Jute and Fibre Technology: For admission into the second year of BTech coursein Jute and Fibre Technology, the candidates should qualify JELET for lateral entry and should have any one of the following degrees: BSc with Physics/ Chemistry/ Mathematics, BSc in Textile and Clothing/ B.FAD or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/ etc. 

Calcutta Univeristy BTech fee ranges from INR 30,800 to INR 40,500 and VIT Vellore BTech fees ranges from INR 4.9 Lacs to INR 7.8 lakh. Hence, Calcutta University is more affordable. However, the fee structure can be only one component that candidates consider while comparing these universities but several factors can be taken into account while choosing the best college, such as placement packages, seats, ranking of that particular institute, affiliation, accreditation, etc. The fee amount mentioned is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body and is subject to change. Therefore, it is indicative.

Cracking WBJEE in six months for Calcutta University for BE/ BTech admission depends on candidates' preparation and a well-structured study plan. WBJEE is not so tough entrance examination. So, if candidates focus on the WBJEE syllabus for the BTech course thoroughly can definitely crack WBJEE for admissions to BTech at CU.  

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 table to learn about the fee components and their amount: Fee componentsAmount (for 3 - 4 years)TuitionINR 30,800 - INR 40,500HostelINR 5,640 - INR 6,820One-time PaymentINR 1,000 -INR 1,850Total feeINR 37,520 - INR 49,160 The fee amount mentioned is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body and is subject to change. Therefore, it is indicative.  

Yes, Calcutta University offers BTech courses for the duration of four years and is offered in full-time mode. Additionally, the university also offers lateral entry admission to several BTech specialsiations. These include- Computer Science & Technology, Electronic and Communication Engineering, Information Technology, etc. To get admission into this engineering course, candidates must have completed their higher senior secondary from West Bengal Council of Higher Senior Secondary Education or equivalent with a minimum of 60%.  

After completing a BTech in Chemical Engineering from the University of Calcutta, students have a variety of job options, because India has very good Chemical & Petrochemical industries both government and private sector. It is a well-developed industry with a good scope for graduate engineers in Operations, Maintenance, Design, Research, Marketing etc.  

Calcutta University has between 340 and 471 seats available for BTech programmes. The university offers the most seats in the BTech Jute & Fiber Technology programme - 60 seats. Look at the table below, which lists the names of the available specialisations together with the number of seats available: BTech SpecialisationsSeat IntakeElectronics & Communication Engineering22Instrumentation Engineering30Computer Science & Engineering42Polymer Science & Technology35Radio Physics & Electronics42Information Technology20Electrical Engineering20Jute and Fiber Technology60Chemical Engineering30Chemical Technology-Ceramic Engineering-Oil Technology-Petrochemicals & Petroleum Refinery Engineering-Pharmaceuticals & Fine Chemical Technology40 (10 each)Note: The number of seats available here may be based on statistics from prior years.

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. Thank you 

Calcutta University offers over ten specialisations in BTech courses, for admission to all specialisations, the university accepts the WBJEE entrance examination except for BTech in Jute and Fibre Technology: For admission into the second year of BTech coursein Jute and Fibre Technology, the candidates should qualify JELET for lateral entry and should have any one of the following degrees: BSc with Physics/ Chemistry/ Mathematics, BSc in Textile and Clothing/ B.FAD or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/ etc.