Shayampur Siddheswari Mahavidyalaya, established in 1964, is located in Shyampur village of Howrah district, West Bengal. The college is affiliated to the University of Calcutta and accredited by NAAC at the B level. The college offers undergraduate programs in the field of Arts, Science & Commerce and also offers a post-graduate distance education program under Vidyasagar University. 

SSM Howrah Highlights

Established | Institute Type 1964 | Private
Affiliated to University of Calcutta
Accreditation NAAC
Courses Offered UG and PG 
Admission Criteria Merit-based
Application Mode Online
Official Website http://www.ssmahavidyalaya.edu.in/

SSM Howrah Courses

It offers full time aided Undergraduate, Postgraduate Programme. The institute offers a distance education program of 7 subjects under Vidyasagar University. A brief about the same are listed below:

Courses Subject Eligibility
BA Bengali, English, Political Science, Philosophy, Sanskrit, Sociology Education, Sanskrit, History, Geography, Music, Food & Nutrition, Physical Education & Economics. 10+2
BA (Hons.) Bengali, English, Political Science, Philosophy, Sanskrit, Education, Sanskrit, History & Geography. 10+2 with 50% in aggregate and 45% marks in the subject
B.Sc Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Botany, Zoology, Anthropology, Food & Nutrition, Economics & Geography. 10+2
B.Sc (Hons.) Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Zoology & Geography. 10+2 with 50% in aggregate and 45% marks in the subject
B.Com All as per Syllabus 10+2
B.Com (Hons.) Accountancy 10+2

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SSM Howrah Admission

At Shayampur Siddheswari Mahavidyalaya admission is done on the basis of merit scored by the students in their last qualifying exam.  Candidates can apply for admission online. An online admission link is made available on the college website during the time of admission. 

One candidate can apply in 5 subjects both in Hons and General and the amount will not be refunded if a candidate applies more than one form. 

Application Procedure:

  • Visit the official site of the college
  • Go to the admission section
  • Click on  the online admission link 
  • Fill in the required details in the application form.
  • Pay the application form fee of Rs.200.

SSM Howrah Scholarships

There are concessions in tuition fees for the poor meritorious students. The college also offers various scholarships and prizes based upon the merit of students in different subjects. Some are given below:

  • Vidyasagar Award 
  • Pulinbihari Bhandari Smriti Award.
  • Sarat Award
  • Tarapada Bhattachariya Smriti Award
  • Chandra Mohan Ushangini Smriti Award.
  • Lilavati Smriti Award

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SSM Howrah Facilities

The college offers great infrastructure and various facilities such as hostels, libraries, playgrounds, computer centers, halls, canteen, sports, and games.

  • Hostel: The College provides a good accommodation facility to the students. The total area of the hostel is 0.97 acres or 2.91 Bighas.
  • Sports and Games: There is a large playground in the college area. The total area of the playground is 1.96 acres or 5.8 Bighas. The college always encourages students to play during their free time.
  • Library: The College has a library within the compound and students are allowed to the library based on the authorized ID card. There is also an internet facility at the library for the student. It is kept open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Monday to Saturday. Lending cards and reference cards are valid for the current year.
  • Computer center: The College has a large computer center. The computer center is equipped with a great range of software on various platforms and also has high-speed internet connectivity.

  • Other Facilities:

    • Educational tour

    • NSS

    • Community outreach

    • Events

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SSM Howrah FAQs

Ques: How do I apply for admission?

Ans: There is an online admission link on the website of the college. You can apply online by paying a fee of Rs. 200

Ques: What are the basic eligibility criteria for the courses?

Ans: A candidate needs to pass the 10+2 examination or its equivalent examination to apply for any courses. For the honors courses, a candidate must obtain 55% marks in aggregate and 45% in the subject.

Ques: Is there any reservation policy in the college? 

Ans: Yes, there is a reservation policy for the degree courses. A candidate must obtain 40% marks in the subject to apply for the course.

Ques: Is there any placement cell at SSM Howrah?

Ans: Yes, there is a placement cell in the college.

Ques: Is there any scholarship or award offered by the college?

Ans: Yes, the college offers various scholarships and prizes to the student with many awards.