Introduction
Jadavpur University, located in Kolkata, is one of the premier government institutions in the city. Established on December 24, 1955, the university has earned recognition from the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) and is renowned for its contribution to research and policy support at both national and international levels.
University Overview
- Name : Jadavpur University
- Establishment : December 24, 1955
- Accreditation : NAAC
- NIRF Rankings :
o 4th in Universities
o 19th in Research
o 18th in Pharmacy
o 10th in Engineering
o 13th in Overall Category
Campus and Facilities
Jadavpur University boasts a single campus with extensive facilities.
The university provides 13 hostels (4 for girls and 9 for boys), accommodating over 1,600 students. The Hostel Mess is managed by the Students Mess Committee under the supervision of the respective hostel organizer.
Faculties and Programs
Faculty of Technology
- Programs : B.Tech and M.Tech
- Specializations : 15 specialization courses
- Research Projects : Funded by AICTE, UGC, DRDO, DST, MHRD, BARC, ISRO and other agencies.
- Entrance Exams : GATE for M.Tech admissions.
Faculty of Science
- Departments : Includes Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and more.
- Special Centers : Geological Sciences and Chemistry are UGC Centres of Advanced Study.
Faculty of Arts
- Programs : B.A and M.A
- Courses : Bengali, Geography, Commerce and more.
Faculty of Management
- Program : 2-year full-time MBA program.
Faculty of Research
- Programs : Full-time PhD programs available across various disciplines.
Other Courses
Jadavpur University also offers programs in MCA, B.Pharma, B.Ed., and more.
Admission Process
- Undergraduate Programs : Admission is based on entrance exams such as WBJEE for B.Tech and JECA for MCA. Students must have completed 10 + 2 with at least 45% marks for B.Tech.
- Postgraduate Programs : Admission criteria vary by program; typically include entrance exams and academic performance. For the latest admission notices, guidelines, cut-offs, and eligibility criteria, visit the official Jadavpur University website.
Course Fees
- Average Fee : INR 48,000
- Starting Fee : INR 12,000
For detailed fee structures across different departments, please refer to the Course Fee Section.
Placement Details
Jadavpur University has a strong placement record :
- Highest Package (2023) : INR 85 LPA (Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering)
- Job Offers : Around 1,200
- Recruitments : More than 1,000 students
- Top Recruiters : Cognizant, PwC, IBM, TCS, and more. (View more details)
