Presidency University Kolkata
Ranking
NAAC A+
Courses
30+ Programs
Type
Public
About Presidency University, Kolkata
Why Choose Presidency University Kolkata in 2026?
Key Facts about Presidency University Kolkata
Established in 1817 (as Hindu College) — re-established as Presidency University in 2013.
NAAC A+ Accredited | UGC Recognised | State Public University, West Bengal.
NIRF 2025: 151–200 Band in University Category.
207-year legacy — alumni: Tagore, Subhas Bose, Amartya Sen, Satyendra Nath Bose, J.C. Bose.
MSc total academic fee: ₹6,180 (2 years) — same for all 12 MSc programmes.
Total 2-year MSc cost (incl. admission + library): ~₹8,520.
Rare MSc specialisations: Astrophysics, Virology & Immunology, Molecular Microbiology.
44 PG students placed (NIRF 2025); median ₹4.30 LPA. Large share pursue PhD/NET/JRF.
SVMCM: ₹8,000/month (most widely used); INSPIRE: up to ₹80,000/year.
Hostel: ~₹9,160 (subsidised, limited capacity).
Courses Offered
Courses Wise Fees Structure
Admission Process
Register for CUET PG / University Entrance
CUET PG at cuet.nta.nic.in (March–April 2026) OR Presidency University Entrance Test (May–June 2026). Both accepted.
Apply to Presidency University
Apply at presidencyuniversity.in with CUET PG score or university entrance test registration and academic details.
Merit List & Category Reservation
Merit list released based on entrance exam performance, academic merit, and category reservation norms.
Document Verification
Attend document verification at the university with all original certificates.
Fee Payment & Enrolment
Pay the semester fee and complete enrolment to confirm your seat.
Documents Required
- Class 10th (Madhyamik) Marksheet & Certificate
- Class 12th (Higher Secondary) Marksheet & Certificate
- All semester marksheets & degree certificate (for PG)
- CUET PG / University Entrance Test scorecard or admit card
- Category Certificate — SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B (West Bengal categories)
- Income Certificate (for SVMCM and scholarship applications)
- Domicile / Residence Certificate (West Bengal)
- Government-issued Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID)
- Passport-size Photographs
- Migration Certificate (for students from outside West Bengal)
44
PG Students Placed (NIRF 2025)
342 graduated
PG Batch Size
₹4.30 LPA
Median PG Package
Research / PhD / NET-JRF
Primary Career Path
Top Recruiters
Career Outcomes by Programme
MSc Statistics / Mathematics: Data Analyst, Quantitative Analyst, Actuary at IT/BFSI/Consulting + strong PhD pipeline (ISI, IITs, CMI) + CSIR-NET.
MSc Physics / Astrophysics: Research Scientist, PhD at IISc/IISERs/IITs/international universities; GATE-qualified enter PSUs.
MSc Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Virology: Research Associate, Pharma QC, PhD at JNCASR, NCBS, TIFR; international research fellowships.
BA Honours (Humanities / Economics): Civil Services (UPSC/WBCS), Teaching Faculty, Research Scholar, Policy Analyst, Banking.
Who Should Choose Presidency University?
Research-Focused MSc at Near-Zero Cost: NAAC A+ university; MSc fees ₹6,180 total — one of the lowest in India for this quality level.
CUET PG Aspirants for Competitive Science Programmes: MSc Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Biotechnology — among the most competitive in eastern India.
PhD / NET / JRF Aspirants: Curriculum explicitly built for CSIR-NET, GATE, NBHM, and PhD entry at IISc, IISERs, IITs.
SVMCM / INSPIRE Scholarship Holders: ₹8,000/month (SVMCM) + ₹80,000/year (INSPIRE) can offset living costs entirely at ₹6,180 total MSc fee.
Scholarships Available
Presidency University students have access to strong state and central government schemes. SVMCM (₹8,000/month) is the most widely utilised scholarship at Presidency.
INSPIRE Scholarship (DST)
Eligible: Eligible MSc students under DST INSPIRE norms; top science scorers
DST-funded scholarship for top science MSc students.
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means (SVMCM)
Eligible: Minimum 53% in UG + family income below ₹2.5 Lakh; West Bengal domicile
Most widely used scholarship at Presidency — covers full living expenses at MSc fee levels.
Kanyashree (K3) Scholarship
Eligible: Female PG students below specified age per West Bengal government rules
West Bengal government scholarship for female postgraduate students.
NSP Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC)
Eligible: Reserved-category students meeting West Bengal state income guidelines via NSP
National Scholarship Portal scheme for reserved category students.
Merit-cum-Means Financial Assistance
Eligible: Economically weaker, academically meritorious students
Financial assistance for deserving students with limited means.
Rankings & Accreditations
151–200 Band
NIRF 2025
University · 2025
A+
NAAC
Accreditation · Current
Recognised State University
UGC
All Programmes · Active
Accreditations
College Street (Main) + Rajarhat
Campus
Kolkata, West Bengal
Location
~₹9,160 (subsidised)
Hostel Charges
₹6,180
MSc Total Fee (2 Years)
Hostel Amenities
- Separate subsidised hostels for boys and girls — limited capacity; early application strongly advised
- Hostel charges: ~₹9,160 (per NIRF data); mess charges based on actual consumption
- Wi-Fi enabled campus and hostel blocks
- Central library — physical and digital collection with research journals and e-databases
- Departmental research labs supporting MSc dissertation and faculty research
- Sports complex — outdoor and indoor facilities
- Medical facilities on campus
- Historic College Street campus — adjacent to Kolkata's iconic academic book market
- Rajarhat (New Town) second campus — modern facilities
Hostel Fee Structure
4.5
2,500 Reviews
Statistics department world-class — ISI Kolkata PhD recruitment, SVMCM covered everything
Presidency's Statistics department is genuinely world-class by Indian public university standards. By the end of first year, most of us were doing reading that qualifies as early PhD-level material. ISI Kolkata and CMI regularly visit for PhD recruitment. SVMCM covered my full living expenses for both years.
MSc Statistics Student
Batch of 2025 — Presidency University
MSc Astrophysics unique — CSIR-NET cleared; curriculum is the best for research-track physics
The Astrophysics specialisation is unique — I couldn't find it at any other affordable public university. The teaching quality more than compensates for older lab equipment. I secured CSIR-NET JRF in my first attempt after Presidency's curriculum prepared me thoroughly.
MSc Physics Student
Batch of 2024 — Presidency University
Economics at Presidency — intellectual culture, WBCS cleared, College Street is a privilege
Studying Economics at Presidency feels different from other colleges — there's a culture of intellectual seriousness that goes back decades. The faculty engages you in actual economic debates. Multiple batchmates cleared the WBCS examination directly after graduation.
BA Economics (Hons) Student
Batch of 2025 — Presidency University
Campus Facilities
Central Library
Large physical and digital collection with research journals, e-databases, and dedicated reading rooms.
Departmental Research Labs
Well-equipped labs supporting MSc dissertation work and ongoing faculty research projects.
Wi-Fi Campus
High-speed internet across College Street and Rajarhat campuses and hostel blocks.
Historic College Street Campus
One of Kolkata's most iconic academic addresses — adjacent to the world-famous book market.
Subsidised Hostels
Separate boys and girls hostels at ~₹9,160/year — among India's most affordable at a NAAC A+ university.
Sports & Medical
Sports complex and medical facilities on campus for student wellbeing.
What's New?
Student Reviews
Statistics department world-class — ISI Kolkata visited for PhD, SVMCM covered full living expenses
Presidency's Statistics department is genuinely world-class by Indian public university standards. The faculty pushes you hard — by the end of first year, most of us were doing reading that qualifies as early PhD-level material. I cleared JRF and got a position at TIFR. The SVMCM scholarship covered my full living expenses for both years.
MSc Statistics Student
Batch of 2025 — Presidency University Kolkata
What's New?
Student Reviews
Statistics department world-class — ISI Kolkata visited for PhD, SVMCM covered full living expenses
Presidency's Statistics department is genuinely world-class by Indian public university standards. The faculty pushes you hard — by the end of first year, most of us were doing reading that qualifies as early PhD-level material. I cleared JRF and got a position at TIFR. The SVMCM scholarship covered my full living expenses for both years.
MSc Statistics Student
Batch of 2025 — Presidency University Kolkata
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