University of Kalyani, Kolkata (KU Kolkata), located in Kalyani was founded in 1960 with a major aim to disseminate quality education in multiple disciplines. KU Kolkata is an autonomous university which has been approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and University Grants Commission (UGC).
KU Kolkata faculty is highly qualified with a strong commitment to offering top-notch education. Students are taught by renowned and well-experienced faculty members who offer to impart course-related knowledge.
KU Kolkata is a co-ed university that offers undergraduate courses such as Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Bengali, Commerce, Economics, English, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Sanskrit, Urdu, Hindi, Sociology, Arabic, Media Studies, Physical Education; B.Com (Hons.) in Accounting and Finance; B.Sc (Hons.) in Computer Science, Biochemistry and Biophysics, Botany, Chemistry, Ecological Studies, Food and Nutrition, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Physics, Physiology, Statistics; B.Tech in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, Information Technology.
Students willing to take admission in KU Kolkata must have an aggregate of 55% in their Higher Secondary Examination from a recognised board. To apply for admission which is merit-based, students have to fill out a form and register through the official website. Candidates seeking admission to the Engineering department have to secure a good score in the JEE-Main exams.
Besides, students from financial weaker sections can avail Swami Vivekananda Merit-Cum Means’ Scholarship, SVMCM for Kanyashree (k-3), Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College University and many more.
Students are guided and trained in an effective manner by the placement cell at the KU Kolkata. During degree programmes, candidates are given opportunities for internships. Top recruiters like Tata, Kantar, Wipro, and ICICI Bank take part in placement drives conducted by the cell.
Basic academic facilities provided by KU Kolkata include a traditional library with numerous books, print journals, and periodicals; various department-specific labs including a computer lab; well-furnished smart classrooms; on-campus WIFI access and three auditoriums. Apart from this, KU Kolkata also offers separate hostel accommodation for boys and girls; indoor and outdoor sports facilities; bus services; an on-campus ATM; and a cafeteria for providing hygienic food.
Highlights
AICTE, UGC
Universities - Rank 151-200
Overall - Rank 151-200
Admission Procedure
Admission of the University of Kalyani, Kolkata is done online and is merit-based. The students are required to fill out the form and register online. The eligible candidates are required to have an aggregate of 55% in their Higher Secondary Examination from a recognized board. For the Engineering department, admission is done on the basis of merits acquired in the Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE-Main) exams.
KU Kolkata also offers a postgraduate program (M.TECH, M.A, MSC) with various specializations.A candidate who wants to admit PG courses should complete their Bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
Faculty
The faculty of University of Kalyani, Kolkata is composed of highly deemed teaching and non-teaching members. The faculty members are ever present to help and guide the students. The faculty members are acknowledged and are often invited to be guest speakers in different colleges. KU Kolkata also invites guest lecturers and other professionals to help and guide the students.
Placements
The placement cell at the University of Kalyani, Kolkata looks after the placement and training of the students. The students are guided and trained by the training committee and the students are given feedback on their performances. The cell helps students with internship opportunities during their degree programs. The students are given vocational training and practical guidance. The students are also helped and guided by guest lecturers and corporate professionals. Companies such as Tata, Kantar, Wipro, and ICIC Bank offer the eligible students with placement opportunities.
Scholarships
Contact Details
Kalyani,Nadia, West Bengal-741235
033 25828378
033 25828378
kuhelpdesk@klyuniv.ac.in
Latest Updates: 16th September, 2024
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