Kalyani University, established in 1960, has marked its progression for which students & scholars of the country join the region of this pedagogical center. The university is bifurcated and the faculty of agriculture evolved as Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya. The university has been accredited ‘Grade A’ by NAAC and approved by UGC. The highly qualified Kalyani University Faculty members have bagged 151 rank in the Overall category by NIRF, 2022. This state university sprawls over around 360 acres. The university has a total number of 64 affiliated colleges. Check: Kalyani University Affiliated Colleges

Kalyani University offers a number of courses at UG, PG & Doctoral level in a handful of specializations. The university provides courses under several streams such as Medical, Engineering, Management, Education, and apart from these professional streams there are multiple traditional categories like Science, Arts, etc. Apart from regular studies, the university offers a distance education program too in various courses. Check: Kalyani University Distance Education

Students seeking admission to Kalyani University must visit the official website of the university as the application process is online. Students must register themselves first. The university keeps the mode of admission in both Merit & Entrance based. For a few courses, the university conducts entrance tests together with interview sessions. A number of national-level entrance tests and the valid obtained marks are also accepted by the learning center such as GATE, CMAT, MAT, JEE Main, JECA, etc. 

Apart from academics, Kalyani University provides a number of facilities for the students’ convenience such as Gymnasium, Center for Information Resource & Management, Central Library, SC/ST Cell, Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Health Center, Guest House, Hostel facility, etc. To provide financial amenities the university offers scholarship facilities to the students who belong to economically poor backgrounds. 

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Kalyani University Quick Facts

  • Kalyani University owns an Information Resource & Management Center which provides a central computing facility and internet (24X7), organizing training programs for the faculty members and in-house staff of the university from time to time, providing E-Resources beyond the campus, and a lot more. 
  • The Bioinformatics Infrastructure Facility (BIF) Centre has been set up by the Department of Biotechnology DBT, Ministry of Science & Technology, at the Department of Biochemistry & Biophysics, University of Kalyani. The main goal of this center is to develop databases collaborating with other medical institutions, Agriculture Universities available in a remote area.

Kalyani University Important Dates

Event Dates
WBJEE 2023 Registration Window (BTech) Dec 23, 2022 - Jan 20, 2023
WBJEE 2023 application form correction and downloading revised confirmation page (BTech) Jan 22, 2023 - Jan 24, 2023
Availability of WBJEE 2023 Admit Card (BTech) April 20, 2023- April 30, 2023 (Tentative)
WBJEE 2023 Exam Date (BTech) April 30, 2023 (Tentative)
WBJEE 2023 Result (BTech) To be notified later
Ph.D.
Online Application Form January 30, 2023
Last Date for Submission  February 12, 2023
Date of publication of the list of eligible candidates list To Be Announced
Date Of Examination To Be Announced
Interview To Be Announced

Kalyani University Ranking

  • Kalyani University ranked 151 in the Overall category by NIRF 2022.
  • Kalyani University holds 97th place in the Overall Category by QS World University Ranking. 

Kalyani University Courses & Fees 

Kalyani University has a number of courses in a handful of specializations at UG, PG & Doctoral levels. The details of the courses are listed as follows: 

Courses  Course Details  Selection Criteria 
B.Tech Duration: 4 years
Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 level with Science stream with at least 45% marks in aggregate
Fees: INR 60,290		 Selection will be done on the basis of the qualifying score obtained in the WBJEE 
B.P.Ed Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: Graduation with Physical Education with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate
Fees: INR 14,520		 Admission will be made on the basis of a valid score secured in the entrance test conducted by the university 
B.Ed Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: A bachelor’s degree with 50% marks in aggregate
Fees: INR 35,010
B.Voc Duration: 3 years
Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 level
Fees: INR 11,880		 Merit-based
B.Sc + M.Sc Duration: 5 years
Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 level
Fees: INR 74, 350 
M.A Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: Graduation in the concerned subject with 50% marks in aggregate
Fees: INR 6,720		 Selection will be made on the basis of valid score obtained in the entrance test conducted by the university 
M.Sc Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: A bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject with 50% marks in aggregate
Fees: INR 7, 870
M.Com Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: Graduation in the related field from a recognized university
Fees: INR 6,270
M.Tech Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: B.Tech or B.E in the concerned subject from a recognized university
Fees: INR 53,420		 Selection will be granted on the basis of the secured score obtained in the written test followed by an interview process conducted by the university 
M.P.E.D Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: Must pass B.P.E.D from a recognized university
Fees: INR 10,360		 Admission will be done on the basis of a valid score obtained in the written test conducted by the university
M.Ed Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: Graduation with 55% marks in aggregate or Master’s in the concerned subject from a recognized university
Fees: INR 17,610
M.Lib.Sc Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: Must have done graduation in any discipline from a recognized university
Fees: INR 9,070
MFA Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: Should have done Bachelor’s of Fine Arts from a recognized university
Fees: INR 32,360
MRM Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university
Fees: INR 28,970
MCA Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: Graduation with Mathematics as a compulsory subject from a recognized education university
Fees: INR 45,570		 Admission is done on the basis of secured merit in the JECA 
MBA Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: Graduation in any discipline
Fees: INR 75,370		 Selection will be made on the basis of secured valid marks obtained in the EMAT/CAT/MAT/CMAT followed by GD/PI
D.Sc Duration: 3 years
Eligibility Criteria: Master’s in the concerned subject with 55% marks in aggregate
Fees: INR 30,000		 Admission will be done on the basis of the entrance test followed by an interview conducted by the university.
D.Litt Duration: 3 years
Eligibility Criteria: Postgraduation in the concerned subject with 55% marks in aggregate
Fees: INR 30,000
PhD Duration: 3 years
Eligibility Criteria: Master’s in the concerned subject with 55% marks in aggregate
Fees: INR 41,950
M.Phil 

Kalyani University Application Process

Candidates seeking admission to Kalyani University must follow the below steps before applying: 

  • Visit the Online Admission Portal of the university.
  • A new page will appear where the candidate must click on the desired course.
  • Click on the Application Form tab and fill the form online.
  • Payment of Application fees will be done on the basis of SBI Collect.
    • Application Fees for M.Tech and M.P.Ed. are INR 300 (for General & OBC candidates), INR 150 (for SC/ST candidates), and INR 120 (for PwD).
    • Application Fees for MBA & DHHM and other PG Courses are INR 400 (for General & OBC candidates), INR 200 (for SC/ST candidates), and INR 160 (for PwD).
    • Application Fees for integrated M.Sc. Statistics is INR 500 (for General & OBC candidates), INR 250 (for SC/ST candidates) and INR 200 (for PwD)
  • Candidates can check the Application status and can also reprint receipts by clicking on the desired option on the same page. 

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Kalyani University Scholarship

The university offers financial assistance to meritorious and economically backward class students. The university offers merit scholarship, merit cum means scholarship, and apart from these two scholarships all other scholarships are provided by the Govt., UGC such as UGC Indira Gandhi Single Girl Child Scholarship, State Govt. Merit/Merit-cum-Means Scholarship, UGC Merit Scholarship, and UGC Scholarship for M.Phil SC/ST Students. 

The Merit Scholarship is for the students who have secured 60% marks in aggregate and must have 75% attendance and the Merit Cum Means Scholarship is for those who have secured 55% marks in aggregate with 75% attendance. Indira Gandhi Single Child is an award worth INR 20,000 per year to a single child for PG courses. 

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Kalyani University Facilities

  • Hostel: The university offers accommodation facilities to the students, a total number of nine hostels are there for all the post-graduate students and research scholars - six for boys and three for girls students. Two hostels are specified for research scholars - one for males and the other for females. The hostel facilities are provided with basic amenities such as electricity, water, and mess, etc. Check: Kalyani University Hostel
  • Central Library: The pedagogical center has a central library equipped with a huge stock of books and was established in order to meet the academic and research needs of the Teachers, Research Scholars, Students, and other staff members. In a lively University campus, the Central Library serves as the hive of academic activities for students, scholars, staff, and faculty members in pursuit of excellence in their respective areas of studies.
  • Health Center: The University of Kalyani has a well-equipped Health Centre for providing medical assistance to its communities. The University communities like students, research scholars, employees, officers, and their families are enjoying medical facilities from the Health Centre. Health Centre extends health care activities both in preventive and as well as curative ways.

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FAQs

Ques. What are the popular courses at Kalyani University?

Ans. The popular courses at Kalyani University are MA English, Bengali, Political Science, Education, and M.Sc mathematics.

Ques. What are the attendance regulations followed by the University?

Ans. The students need to have a minimum of 75% attendance in every session. Universities take strict action for unreasonable reasons for not attending the classes.

Ques. Are the classes conducted regularly for PG courses in Kalyani University?

Ans. Yes, the timetable is provided by the university after completion of the admission procedure. Students are required to provide attendance in the classes as per the timetable.

Ques. How is the campus environment at Kalyani university?

Ans. The campus is surrounded by greenery which gives fresh energy to the students within the campus. The University authority has been maintaining greenery within the campus for a long year.

Ques. Are there hostel facilities for PG students at Kalyani University?

Ans. Yes, the students are provided with hostel facilities within the campus. The hostel’s rooms are spacious with single-room facility, 24*7 electricity, and water supply.

Ques. What documents are required for the admission process?

Ans. The documents that are required are :

  • Bachelor’s degree mark sheet
  • XII Marksheet
  • X mark sheet
  • Migration certificate for other University students
  • Passport size photograph

Ques. Is it worth doing MA English from Kalyani University?

Ans. Yes, the course module is good at Kalyani University in regard to M.A English. The students prefer Kalyani university over other universities due to its experienced faculty members who are supportive.

Ques. Which university is better, Calcutta university or Kalyani University?

Ans. It depends on the preference of the applicants, and location as well. Both universities provide academic excellence in the course.

Ques. Is there any M.Sc course with statistics at Kalyani University?

Ans. No, the university does not provide any statistics course. It provides M.Sc courses in subjects like biology and mathematics.

Ques. Is it worth pursuing a Master's from Kalyani university?

Ans. Yes, the university has known among the students of West Bengal with prestigious alumni. The University offers high-quality academic exposure for the students.

Ques. What is the fees M.Sc course at Kalyani University?

Ans. The duration of the M.Sc course is 2 years. The first year fees of the course are 4260 INR.

Ques. What are the placement opportunities at Kalyani University?

Ans. No, the university does not have active placement activities within the campus. The students mostly start preparing for government examinations after completion of the courses.

Ques. Which University is better for the M.com course, Burdwan University, or Kalyani University?

Ans. Kalyani university is a better option. The faculty members are much experienced and have better infrastructure as compared to Burdwan University.

Ques. How is the campus life of Kalyani University?

Ans. The campus life of Kalyani University is Decent. The Infrastructure of the university is well developed with the required equipment in the classroom. The greenery on the campus is more fascinating for the students.

Ques. Is it worth getting a distance degree from Kalyani University?

Ans. Yes, the university provides a distance learning opportunity for better flexibility of the learning approach. This is better for students who cannot continue studies on a regular basis.