Calcutta University M.Sc admission 2023 is ongoing. The provisional merit list of Part-B (Non-CU) candidates for admission to M.Sc programs under the Faculty of Science, Technology, Agriculture, and Home Science will be released on October 30, 2023. Counselling for candidates selected in the first list will be held from October 31 to November 02, 2023.

Calcutta University (CU) offers M.Sc. in Science, Agriculture, and Human Rights & Home Science departments. Each department has a number of sub-departments. Candidates with a B.Sc degree or equivalent are eligible to apply for the M.Sc program at Calcutta University. Read More: Calcutta University Admissions 

Calcutta University M.Sc Course Highlights

  • The college offers a Master of Sciences (MSc) in various fields. 
  • It is a 2-year full-time course which takes place in offline mode. 
  • The eligibility for the same is based on merit. The candidates require a minimum of 55 percent in the b.sc graduation course except for the MSc in agriculture, which requires an entrance exam. 
  • It offers MSc in various fields ranging from agriculture, mathematics, physics, psychology, genetics and plant breeding, and numerous others. 
  • For any merit-based or entrance-based course, 80 percent of seats are reserved for Calcutta university students, and 20 percent are available for non-CU students. 

Calcutta University M.Sc Important Dates

Event Date
Dates of Entrance Test for Part B (Non-CU) Candidates October 13 – October 17, 2023
Publication of Entrance Test Results for Part B (Non-CU) Candidates October 19, 2023
 Provisional Merit List of PART-B Candidates October 30, 2023
Counselling for PART-B Candidates selected in the first merit list October 21 – November 02, 2023
Last date for verification and admission of Candidates in 1st Selection Lists of PART-B November 03, 2023

Calcutta University M.Sc. Syllabus

The Calcutta University offers M.Sc with various specializations such as Physics, Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Statistics, Zoology, Botany, Genetics, Electronics, Biotechnology and so on. University of Calcutta offers around 31 streams under M.Sc courses. Candidates having a Graduate Degree in relevant discipline with minimum percentage are eligible to apply M.Sc courses. The final selection to this course is done on the basis of an entrance exam conducted by the University of Calcutta.
Course Curriculum Syllabus
M.Sc. (Home Science),

Semester 1: Conception to Middle Childhood: Issues and Challenges,Adolescence and Youth: Challenges and Guidance,Theories of Human Development,Techniques of Assessment of Children,Techniques of Assessment of Adolescents and Youth,

Semester 2: Adulthood and Aging: Challenges and Care,Research Methodology,Application of Statistics in Human Development,Children with Special Needs,Current Trends in Human Development: Project,

Semester 3: Early Childhood Care and Education,Extension Education: Techniques and Programmes,Family Welfare and Women Studies,Food and Nutrition/ Music,

Semester 4: Application of Computer in Human Development,(Any one from Group 1) , Family Health & Nutrition , Literature, Media and Children , Home and Community Resource Development,(Any one from Group 2) , Mental Health in Developmental Perspectives, Clothing & Textiles , Application of Resources for Social and Mental Development,Dissertation Part I ,Dissertation Part II,

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M.Sc. (Psychology),

Semester 1: Paradigms of Psychology,Basics of cognitive processes ,Applications of Cognitive Psychology, Theory Construction and Research Design, Qualitative Methods ,

Semester 2: Behaviour and Biology ,Development theories and Neuro-Development Disorder, Personality Studies ,Social Psychology ,Statistics in Behavioral Science,

Semester 3: Clinical Psychology, Positive Psychology, Psychological Assessment in Clinical Setting ,Focus Group Discussion and Interview, Experimentation in Cognitive Processes, Interdisciplinary Course as Per University Rules

Semester 4: (any one from four), Psychological Evolution in Clinical Setting,  Ethnography and Narrative Analysis,  Experimentation in Affective Processes, Dissertation ,
(any one from three), Critical Psychology , Psychotherapy, Psychology of Gender,
(any one from three), Cultural Psychology , Advanced Quantitative Methods,  Neuropsychology,
(any one from three), Psychology of Power Aggression and Social Conflict , Community Mental Health , Stress Coping and Related Disorder,
(any one from three),  Applications of Social Psychology , Psychology of Relationships , Forensic Psychology,

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M.Sc. (Computer Science and Engineering),

Semester 1 : Advances in Computer Architecture , Advances in Database Management System Advances in Data Structure Data Communication,

Semester 2: Computer Networks , Design and Analysis of Algorithms , Object-Oriented Systems Software Engineering,

Semester 3: Introduction to Soft Computing , Advances in Operating System,  Theory of Computation Cryptography and Network Security, Semester 4, Elective 1, Cloud Computing , Wireless Sensor Network VLSI Design,  Compiler Design,  Embedded System, Elective 2, Introduction to Data Science Image Processing,  Internet Technology Introduction to Data Mining Statistics for Computer Science,

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M.Sc. (Biotechnology),

Semester 1: Biomolecules, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biophysical Chemistry & Instrumentation, Enzymes & Reaction Kinetics, Microbiology,

Semester 2: Genetics,  Biostatistics,  Metabolism , Recombinant DNA Technology,

Semester 3: Genomics,  Proteomics and Protein Engineering, Semester 4, Medical Biotechnology IPR Biosafety and Bioethics,  Bioprocess Engineering and Microbial Technology,  Industrial Training, Seminar,  Grand Viva,

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M.Sc. (Atmospheric Science),

Semester 1: Physical meteorology,  Dynamic meteorology , Synoptic meteorology,  General climatology,

Semester 2: Numerical Weather Prediction,  Air pollution and Atmospheric Chemistry , Cloud Physics and Atmospheric Electricity Meteorological Instrumentation,

Semester 3: Atmospheric Data analytics , Micro and Macro Scale Meteorology , Seismology, Geophysics and Geodesic, Optional courses, Geographical Information Systems , Aviation Meteorology,

Semester 4: Middle Atmosphere Dynamics , Agro and Hydrometeorology , Dynamics of Coupled Systems, Supportive courses, Introduction to Global Modelling,  Atmospheric Weather Extremes,

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M.Sc. (Computer & Information Science),

Semester 1: (Theory), Advanced Computer Architecture,Database Management System,Data Structure,Data Communication,(Practical),Data Structure Laboratory,Database Laboratory,

Semester 2 : (Theory),Computer Network,Design and Analysis of Algorithms,Computer Graphics and Image Processing, Software Engineering(Practical),Graphics Laboratory,Software Engineering Laboratory,

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M.Sc. (Zoology),

Semester 1: Non-Chordate Biology,Ecological Theories ,Ecological Theories ,Genetics,Parasitology ,Insect Biology,Laboratory Course for Core Subjects,

Semester 2 : Chordate Biology,Developmental Biology,Immunology,Biochemistry and Genetic Engineering,Endocrinology,Aquatic Biology,Laboratory Course for Core Subjects,

Semester 3 : Taxonomy and Biostatistics,Animal Behavior and Wildlife Biology ,Laboratory Course for Core Subjects,Elective Theory,CBCC A,CBCC B,

Semester 4: Applied Ecology,Evolution,Comparative Animal Physiology,Laboratory Course for Core Subjects,Lab Internship (Internal Assessment, Dissertation & Seminar), Grand Viva,

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M.Sc. (Statistics),

Semester 1: Analysis I,Probability I,Statistical Inference I ,Linear Algebra & Linear Models,Sample Surveys & Demography,R Programming,

Semester 2: Probability II,Multivariate Analysis ,Statistical Inference II,Regression Analysis I,Design of Experiments,Time Series Analysis & Development Statistics,

Semester 3: Statistical Inference III ,Regression Analysis II,Applied Multivariate Analysis,Elective I,Choice Based I,Choice Based II,Project Work,

Semester 4: Stochastic Processes,Adv. Data Analytic Techniques,Elective 2,Elective 3,Elective 4,Project Work,

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M.Sc. (Physics),

Semester 1: Mathematical Methods,Classical and Relativistic Mechanics,Quantum Mechanics I, Electronics and Instrumentation, General Practical 1,

Semester 2: Classical Electrodynamics, Quantum Mechanics II,Statistical Mechanics,General Practical 2, Computer Practical,

Semester 3: Atomic, Molecular, and Laser Physics,Solid State Physics,Nuclear and Particle Physics, Choice Based Credit course A, Choice Based Credit Course B,

Semester 4:  Advanced Paper I, Advanced Paper II, Advanced Paper III,Advanced Experiments I,Advanced Experiments II / Project,

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M.Sc. (Neurosciences),

Semester 1: (Theory),Biomolecules, Enzymes & Instrumentation,Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Stem cells & Neurodevelopment Biology,Neuroanatomy & Neurophysiology, Neuroimmunology (Practical), Biomolecules & Instrumentation,Cell biology, Enzymology,Neuroanatomy,Neurophysiology,

Semester 2: (Theory),Metabolism, Neuroendocrinology & Neuropharmacology,Neurogenetics & Molecular Diagnostics, Evolutionary Neurosciences,Biostatistics, Computer application & Neuroinformatics,(Practical),Metabolism,Neuroendocrinology & Neuropharmacology,Neurogenetics & Molecular Diagnostics,Informatics, ,

Semester 3: (Theory),Psychology, Behaviour & Cognition,Genomics & Proteomics, Clinical & Molecular Neuropathology,(Practical), Behaviour & Cognition, Genomics & Proteomics,

Semester 4: (Theory),Neuro-Environmental Biology, Animal Biotechnology, Gene therapy and Bioethics ,Project work & Seminar,Viva,

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M.Sc. (Human Physiology),

Semester 1: (Theory),Systems Physiology-I,Biomolecules & Metabolic Pathways,Community Health-I & computational Physiology,(Practical),Experimental physiology, Clinical biochemistry,

Semester 2: (Theory),Systems Physiology-II,Cellular & Molecular Physiology,Community Health-II,(Practical), Histology, Human physiology/ computer applications and biostatistics,

Semester 3: (Theory),Systems Physiology-III,Community Health-III: Hazards and Prevention,Modern Techniques in Physiology-I,Elective ,Elective ,

Semester 4: (Theory),Modern Techniques in Physiology-II,Elective ,Elective,(Practical),Elective,Project & Seminar,Elective,

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Read More: Calcutta University M.Sc Curriculum and Syllabus

Calcutta University M.Sc Course Fee

An application fee of rupees 100 for open category students and rupees 50 for reserved category is charged. This year no application fee is being charged by the university. The fee structure is per semester. 

Fee Type Amount [Tentative]
Admission fee  INR 1000 
Athletics + union + magazine +student aid +student health home identity card fee  INR 72 
Library fee INR 200 
Tuition fee INR 500 
Laboratory fee  INR 100 
Course transfer fee -if applicable INR 200 
Duplicate identity card-if applicable INR 100 

For international students Tuition Fee will be $ 500.00 or equivalent INR per semester is applicable for all courses. All other fees will remain unchanged. 

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Calcutta University M.Sc Eligibility Criteria

  • The graduates’ candidates must have a BSc degree for a recognized college. 
  • At least 55 percent marks in BSc/BA Hons are required to get admission into the college MSc courses. 
  • The degree must be in relevant disciplines to be eligible for the MSc program. 
  • Admissions in MSc agriculture are entrance-based. This year no entrance exam was held. 

Calcutta University M.Sc Admission Criteria

  • The admission criteria are strictly merit-based. 
  • 8% of seats are reserved for only CU students and are known as part A. The rest 20% is for non-CU students, referred to as part B. 
  • Selection in each course may be run simultaneously from two merit lists, Part A and Part B. Selection is strictly in order of merit. 
  • For the merit list, 60% weightage is given to marks scored in b. SC honors and 40% spends on the marks in the two general subjects. 
  • 22% is reserved SC and 6% for ST. The SC/ST students must have 25% marks to be eligible. 

Read More: Calcutta University Results

How to Apply?

  • For online application, the candidates must visit the college. website?www.caluniv.ac.in. and then go to?www.caluniv-ucsta.net?and visit the M.Sc. Admission. 
  • The students must keep the following points in mind before applying. 
  • All the information and details should be read carefully. 
  • Only those candidates who fulfill the entire eligibility criteria. 
  • The students should have complete information related to their course selection. 
  • Order of preference for courses should be decided before applying. 

Documents required: 

  • Soft copies of all the relevant mark-sheets and documents 
  • Soft copy of passport size photographs and digital signature 
  • The graduates must have available email. 

Calcutta University M.Sc Course Details

  • Calcutta University offers 27 courses in the field of science. Six courses are available in agriculture, 2 courses in home science, and 3 courses in human rights. 
  • It is a four-semester course and includes both theory and practical. 
  • The courses provided are as follows. 

Read More: Calcutta University Departments 

M.Sc Science Specializations 

Chemistry  Zoology  Computer science  Environmental science 
Applied mathematics  Botany  Electronic science  Atmospheric science 
Pure mathematics  Anthropology  Applied Geology:  Exercise physiology 
Psychology  Geography  Biochemistry  Sports biochemistry 
Applied psychology  Statistics  Marine science  Sports nutrition 
Human physiology  Microbiology  Genetics  Physics
Biophysics  Biotechnology  Neuroscience 

M.Sc Agriculture Specializations

Plant physiology  Genetics and plant breeding  Horticulture 
Agronomy  Seed science and technology  Agricultural Chemistry & Soil Science 

M.Sc Human Rights & Home Science Specializations

M.Sc Human Rights  M.Sc in Home Science (Food & Nutrition)  M.Sc in Home Science (Human Development) 

Candidates can check Calcutta University Syllabus here. 

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Calcutta University M.Sc Placements

Being one of the top universities in India, when it comes to placements, the college offers job offers from the most reputed companies. Companies such as Amazon, IBM, Godrej, TCS, ITC, Accenture, Hewlett Packard were the top recruit tees in 2019. the grades don’t make a difference in getting placements; an average of 60% is good to get placements 

With a large number of students in MSc, around 50% of students get placed every year. The annual packages range from Rs 4.5 lakh to 8 lakh per Annum. 

The university also organizes industry-academia interactions which allow children to get a better chance at future placements. 

  • In psychology, many students got places in family welfare, the department of health and even with the government of India. 
  • In MSc, biotech students get internships with prestigious laboratories throughout the country. 
  • After masters in zoology, vast opportunities were available in the research fields. 

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Calcutta University M.Sc Scholarships

Calcutta University provides scholarships to the Indian as well as International students. 

There are a total of 90 types of scholarships offered to the students under different criteria. However, some of the top scholarships for Indian and International students are listed in the table below: 

National Scholarships  International Scholarships 
Uma Mukherjee Memorial Scholarship  J.N. Ratan Tata Endowment Fund
Baidya Narayan Banerjee Scholarship The Paul Foundation Scholarship 
Dakshini Bhattacharya Memorial Scholarship  Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan
Raghu Ranjan Ghosal Merit Scholarship  Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 
Sarasibala Choudhuri Memorial Scholarship  Rotary Scholarship 

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Calcutta University M.Sc FAQs

Ques: What are the category-wise reservations at Calcutta University? 

Ans: The category-wise reservation criteria are displayed in the table below: 

Category  Reservation 
SC  22% 
ST  6% 
PWD  3% 
OCB-A  10% 
OCB-B  7% 
Sports Quota  Eight seats are revered for Arts and 4 for M.Com students 
Military Quota  Five seats are reserved for children of the Ex-military. 
Foreign Quota  5% seats are reserved for children of Indian workers in the Gulf 

Ques: Is there any entrance exam for MSC in Calcutta University?

Ans: No. To get admitted to the M.Sc program at CU, no entrance exam score is required as such. Applicants will be provided admissions on the basis of merit in the last qualifying examination. However, the university follows reservation criteria for admissions. 

Ques: What are the top colleges in Calcutta University? 

Ans: Colleges which you can look at in Calcutta University are :

  • Acharya Girish Chandra Bose College, Calcutta. 
  • Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose College, Calcutta. 
  • Al Ameen Memorial Minority College, Baruipur. 
  • Ananda Mohan College, Calcutta, Afternoon/Evening College. 
  • Asutosh College, Day College. 
  • Azad Hind Fouz Smriti Mahavidyalaya, Domju. 

Ques: Which documents are needed for the application process? 

Ans: The following are required for the application process 

  • Copy of e-receipt. 
  • Marksheets of 10th, 12th and graduation 
  • Category certificate if applicable 
  • Aadhar card 

Ques: How to contact Calcutta university? 

Ans: You can reach Calcutta University through Email: cuadmissionmscbtech@gmail.com 

Or contact them at 033-22410071/4984.