Quick Summary
Since 1955, Jadavpur University has been one of India's prominent public/state universitys, based in Kolkata. Ranked #711-720 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 11050 students including 50% from outside India. Known for strengths in Engineering and Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 2%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Elite academic reputation at an extremely affordable cost, high research output, and premier placement opportunities in engineering.
Subject Strengths
Engineering and TechnologyMechanical EngineeringChemical EngineeringDevelopment StudiesEnglish Literature
Founded1955
TypePublic/State University
Total Students11050
Intl Students50%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusUrban
Campus Size58 acres (Main Campus), 26 acres (Salt Lake Campus)
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationNAAC (Grade A), AICTE, UGC
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#711-720
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral programs in Arts, Science, Engineering & Technology
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited (Offers MOOCs via SWAYAM)
Online Programs
Center for International Relations, Center for Earth Sciences, Center for Microprocessor Applications
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
NAAC (Grade A), AICTE, UGC
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate2%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPA7.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 15, 2025
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For Engineering, a high rank in WBJEE is mandatory. For Arts and Science, performance in university-specific entrance exams is critical.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹2,400/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹125,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹4,800/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$10
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹133,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$250
Financial AidState Government Scholarships, Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral programs in Arts, Science, Engineering & Technology programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| B.E. in Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| B.E. in Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| M.A. in English | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| M.Sc. in Physics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong links with ISRODRDOTata Consultancy Servicesand various global tech firms
Notable Alumni
Badal Sircar, Parambrata Chatterjee, Rituparno Ghosh
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Cricket Ground, Football Field, Basketball Court, Gymnasium
Student Clubs
Jadavpur University Drama Club, Mountaineering Club, Film Society, Photography Club
Library Resources
Central Library with over 650,000 volumes, extensive digital repository
Exchange Programs
Yes (DAAD, Erasmus Mundus, UKIERI)
Summer Programs
Occasional departmental summer schools