Jadavpur University (JU): Courses, Rankings, Admission, Fees

Kolkata, India


Jadavpur University ,Kolkata ,West Bengal

Overview

Jadavpur University, established in 1955, is one of the best universities in India. It is a member of the Association of India (AIU), has been recognized by the UGC, and has been accredited by the NAAC with a grade of ‘A’. As per the NIRF 2024 ranking, Jadavpur University has ranked #2 in the ‘State Public University’ and #9 in the ‘University’ category.

Jadavpur University offers over 150 courses to its UG, PG, and PhD students across multiple streams including Arts, Science, Engineering & Technology, and Interdisciplinary studies. The university also offers distance education courses through IGNOU (Indira Gandhi National Open University).

Jadavpur University offers scholarships to students helping them financially through programs based on merits, needs, or merit-cum-means. Students can check out the university’s official website for more information on different scholarships based on their eligibility criteria.

Jadavpur University has a strong placement record, as the median package offered to BTech and MTech students stood at INR 10 LPA and INR 9.2 LPA, respectively. The highest domestic package offered to students was INR 57 LPA and the highest international package was INR 1.3 Cr per annum in 2024. Furthermore, their placement rate in 2023, for CSE was 94%. Major recruiters partnering with the university are Google, PwC, Morgan Stanley, Oracle, HSBC, Deloitte, Tata Steel, and more.

Jadavpur University ,Kolkata ,West Bengal

Programs

Jadavpur University offers a total of 159 courses at UG, PG, and PhD levels. Some of the most popular courses offered at the university include UG Diploma, BE/BTech, and ME/MTech. The following table categorizes different courses, their tuition fees, eligibility and related exams.


Course

Tuition Fees

B.Sc.

1.5 L - 4.1 L

M.Sc.

48 K - 1.6 L

B.E./B.Tech

9.6 K - 1.2 L

M.E./M.Tech

9.6 K - 1.8 L

M.A.

1.2 K - 26.2 K

B.A.

– / –

B.Arch

26.1 K

B.Pharma

20.8 K

Certificate

7 K - 30.2 K

MCA

20.3 K

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]

19 courses • 3 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Master of Technology [M.Tech]

19 courses • 2 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] + Master of Technology [M.Tech]

17 courses • 5 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Bachelor of Arts [BA]

36 courses • 3 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Jadavpur University ,Kolkata ,West Bengal

Admissions

Jadavour University takes admission to most of its courses based on entrance exams such as WBJEE, GATE, CUET-PG. Furthermore, admission to some of the courses are considered based on merits from previous qualifying exams. 


Category

Details

Admission Status 2024

Open for PhD and other programs.

Mode of Study

Full-Time / Part-Time

Programs Offered

20+ courses across various specializations, including UG, PG, and Doctoral levels.

Eligibility

Varies by program (e.g., 10+2 for UG, Graduation for PG, Master's for PhD).

Selection Criteria

Entrance exams like WBJEE, GATE, CUET-PG, or merit-based.

Popular Programs

BE, MBA, B.Ed, M.Tech, MCA

Fee Range

- UG Courses: INR 20,800 - INR 5.1 lakh

- PG Courses: INR 1,200 - INR 2.2 lakh

Application Process

Online via jaduniv.edu.in.

Steps for Admission

- Application Form Filling

- Entrance Exam or Merit Evaluation

- Counselling (for specific programs)

- Fee Payment and Admission Confirmation

Seat Reservations

- 90% for General Category

- SC/ST/OBC as per government norms.

- 10% reserved for West Bengal domicile candidates.

Affiliated Colleges

J.D. Birla Institute, Institute of Business Management.

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]

19

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

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Exams

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Eligibility

19

Courses

2 yrs

Duration

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Eligibility

17

Courses

5 yrs

Duration

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

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Eligibility

36

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

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Eligibility

10

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

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Eligibility

43

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

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Eligibility

35

Courses

2 yrs

Duration

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

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Eligibility

4

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

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Eligibility

4

Courses

2 yrs

Duration

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Tuition Fees

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Exams

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Eligibility

Jadavpur University ,Kolkata ,West Bengal

Placements

Jadavpur University is well-known for its excellent placement records, as the highest domestic and international salary packages stood at INR 1.6 Cr. per annum and INR 56 LPA, respectively. The following table categorizes all the placement details. 

Particulars

Details

Highest International Package (2024)

INR 1.4 CPA

Highest Domestic Package (2024)

INR 57 LPA

Average Package (2024)

INR 11 LPA

Engineering Students (2024)

Total: 913, Placed: 830

Median Packages 

BTech

INR 10 LPA

MTech

INR 9.1 LPA

BPharm

INR 5.28 LPA

MPharm

INR 5.14 LPA

Overall UG 3-year (BA, BSc, BCom)

INR 5.75 LPA

Overall UG 5-year (BArch)

INR 5.35 LPA

Overall PG 2-year (MA, MSc, MBA)

INR 8.25 LPA

Jadavpur University ,Kolkata ,West Bengal

Scholarships

Jadavpur University offers several scholarships and concession programs making sure that meritorious students get the necessary funds for research and project ventures. The following table categorizes different scholarships and their related benefits:


Scholarship Name

Details

Fee Waivers

Full and half freeships are provided to needy and meritorious students based on departmental recommendations.

Stipends

Offered on a means-cum-merit basis to eligible students.

Endowment Scholarship

Available for students meeting specific eligibility criteria.

Students Aid Fund

Provides financial assistance to students in need.

Government Scholarships

- Scholarships from State and National Government Departments and Agencies.


- Students can check specific websites for criteria, application process, and deadlines.

Jadavpur University ,Kolkata ,West Bengal

Infrastructure

Jadavpur University is spread over 84 acres of campus area consisting of state-of-the-art infrastructure and amenities. The university offers a huge 36,000 sq. ft. library with over 6,46,000 books, high-capacity hostels for both boys and girls, sports complexes with various facilities, and much more.


Infrastructure/

Facilities

Details

Library

- Central Library (36,000 sq. ft.) with an annex building (5,500 sq. ft.).

- Includes Salt Lake Campus Library (6,800 sq. ft.) and 36 departmental libraries.

- Over 6,46,296 books, 80,700 bound journals, 13,000 theses, and 37,000 non-book materials.

- Access to 12,530 journals and 10,057 e-books.

Hostels

- Boys' Hostel: 1,254 beds (in-campus).

- Girls' Hostel: 622 beds (in-campus).

Sports Complex

- Facilities: Badminton Court, Basketball Court, Cricket Ground, Football Ground, Tennis Court, Volleyball Courts, Indoor/Outdoor Stadiums, Kabaddi Court, Kho-Kho Field, Athletic Track, and Multi-Purpose Hall.

Labs

- Civil, Chemistry, Computer, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Physics, Structural, Concrete, Materials, Microprocessor, CAD, and AI Labs, among others.

Cafeteria

- Multiple cafeterias available on campus for students and staff.

Medical Facilities

- Fully equipped Health Centre for students and staff.

Wi-Fi Campus

- University offers campus-wide Wi-Fi access for students and staff.

Guest House & Day Care

- Guest House and Day Care Centre for visitors and staff.

Other Facilities

- Amenities include an Open-Air Theatre, Convenience Store, Auditorium, Gym, Shuttle Service, A/C Classrooms, Bank, and Post Office.

FAQs related to Infrastructure programs

Jadavpur University offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs. Some of the popular courses include:

  • Engineering: Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science, and Electronics & Communication
  • Science: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Environmental Science
  • Arts & Humanities: English, History, Philosophy, and Comparative Literature
  • Social Sciences: Economics, Political Science, and Sociology
  • Law: LLB and LLM
  • Other Courses: Architecture, Fine Arts, and Education

For undergraduate programs, admission to Jadavpur University is through:

  • WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination) for most engineering courses.
  • JU Entrance Exam for some specialized courses such as Architecture.
  • For Arts, Science, and other programs, admission is based on merit in the qualifying exam, along with the university’s entrance test.

Yes, Jadavpur University offers various scholarships to deserving students. These include:

  • Merit-based Scholarships for high-achieving students.
  • Government Scholarships such as those for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
  • Need-based Financial Assistance for economically disadvantaged students.