Question 1

What is the NIRF ranking of University of Calcutta, Kolkata?

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In the NIRF 2025 rankings, University of Calcutta, Kolkata is ranked #15 among state public universities, #39 among universities, #47 overall and #48 for research. NIRF lists it as Calcutta University.

Question 2

How are placements at University of Calcutta, Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

In the data University of Calcutta, Kolkata submitted to NIRF 2025, 140 of the 237 students who graduated from its 4-year UG programmes in 2023–24 were placed (59.1%), at a median salary of ₹10 LPA. Another 70 went on to higher studies.

Question 3

Is University of Calcutta, Kolkata a government or private institution?

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University of Calcutta, Kolkata is a government institution in Kolkata, West Bengal, established in 1857. It is affiliated to State University (UGC).

Question 4

Which bodies approve or accredit University of Calcutta, Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

University of Calcutta, Kolkata lists approval or accreditation from UGC and NAAC.

Question 5

Do students at University of Calcutta, Kolkata get scholarships or fee waivers?

Accepted Answer

In 2023–24, 6,909 of its 11,251 students had their full tuition fee reimbursed: 5,260 through state and central government schemes and 1,649 by the institution (NIRF 2025 data).

Question 6

How many students study at University of Calcutta, Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

11,251 students were enrolled across its programmes in 2023–24, 60.1% of them women (NIRF 2025 data).

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