Quick Summary
University of Calcutta is a public founded in 1857, located in Kolkata, India. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 23000 students including 1% from outside India. Known for strengths in Physics, Chemistry, Modern Languages, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of India's oldest and most prestigious institutions with a history of producing Nobel laureates and world leaders at an extremely affordable cost.
Subject Strengths
PhysicsChemistryModern LanguagesAgriculture & ForestryBiological Sciences
Founded1857
TypePublic
Total Students23000
Intl Students1%
Faculty Ratio25
CampusUrban
Campus SizeMultiple locations across Kolkata
Affiliated HospitalsMedical College and Hospital, Kolkata,Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital,R. G. Kar Medical College and Hospital
AccreditationNAAC A++
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701-800
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
B.A.,B.Sc.,B.Com.,B.Tech,LL.B.,M.A.,M.Sc.,M.Tech,MBA,Ph.D.
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Center for Research in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology,S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences,Institute of Radio Physics and Electronics
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
NAAC A++
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is highly competitive; focus on achieving top scores in the entrance examinations and maintaining high percentages in previous qualifying degrees.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹12,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹165,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹20,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$10
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹185,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from B.A.,B.Sc.,B.Com.,B.Tech,LL.B.,M.A.,M.Sc.,M.Tech,MBA,Ph.D. programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Chemistry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| History | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Commerce | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,500
Average Salary After Graduation
75%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Strong links with Indian government research bodiespublic sector banksand manufacturing firms.
Notable Alumni
Swami Vivekananda,Satyajit Ray,Amartya Sen,C.V. Raman,Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose,Pranab Mukherjee
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Maidan sports grounds, university rowing club, indoor gymnasiums
Student Clubs
National Service Scheme (NSS), Cultural Society, Science Club, Debating Society
Library Resources
The Central Library houses over one million books and access to massive digital repositories via INFLIBNET.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available