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offered by St. Xavier's College Kolkata

St. Xavier's College fee varies for each of the programme/specialisation and is reasonable, considering the return of investment. It also varies on the basis of the facilities taken by the candidate. For example, the fee of students opting for hostel facility can be higher than another student of the same course, who is not availing accommodation facility. In the below table, tuition fee of some of the courses is mentioned for reference:

Course	Total Tuition Fee
BSc	INR 60,500 - INR 7.8 lakh
BA	INR 22,200 - INR 2.5 lakh
MSc	INR 60,500 - INR 7.8 lakh
BCom	INR 2.4 Lacs - INR 4.3 lakh
MCom	INR 1.3 lakh

NOTE: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

The admissions for various courses is open at the official website, i.e., St Xavier's College Kolkata. However, the last date of Application for B.A. in Mass Communication (Hons.) was on 12 Feb 2024. The last date of the online application and payment of application fee will be notified later. Aspirants are advised to visit the official website to know more. 

It is crucial that the candidates seeking admission fulfil the course-specific eligibility requirements. It is the minimum educational qualification required for selection. In the following table, St. Xavier's College Kolkata eligibility criteria is mentioned for some of the courses:

Courses	Eligibility
MBA/PGDM	Candidate must be a graduate from recognised university. The aspirants appearing in final year can apply on provisional basis. Additionally, the students with arrears or supplementary papers are not eligible.
Certificate	Candidate must be a graduate from recognised university. In addition, the students pursuing graduation can also apply on provisional basis.
BSc	Candidate must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognised school/board with at least 60% aggregate
MSc	Candidate must be a graduate from recognised university with a minimum of 60% aggregate
BA	Candidate must have passed Class 12 from any recognised board with at least 60% aggregate
BCom	Candidate must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognised school/board with at least 60% aggregate

St Xavier's Kolkata Cutoff 2023 has been concluded after the release of Calcutta University Entrance Exam Round 3 Seat Allotment results. Tabulated below are the Round 1 and the Last Round Closing Ranks for St Xavier's Kolkata Cutoff 2023 for the General category candidates belonging to the Home State Quota:

Course	Round 1 Closing Ranks	Last Round Closing Ranks
B.A. (Hons.) in English	293	288
Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc in Biotechnology	282	275
Bachelor of Management Studies (Hons.)	70.38	62.5
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Mass Communication	149.25	150.25
Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Multimedia	266	255
B.A. in General	176.75	162.75
B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science	193.5	190.75

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

Based on the feedback from students and alumni, here are the key points to consider:

Pros:

* Reputed institution with good quality education
* Highly qualified and experienced faculty members
* Good placement record with many MNCs visiting the campus
* Excellent infrastructure, including modern labs, library, and hostel facilities
* Opportunities for internships and research projects
* Regular extracurricular activities and events
* Supportive environment with friendly staff and peers

Cons:

* High fees for hostel accommodation
* Limited placements for master's students compared to undergraduates
* Competitive academic environment with rigorous testing and assessments
* Limited exposure to certain industries and sectors

Student Reviews:

* "St. Xavier's College is one of the best colleges in the country. the faculty-student ratio is quite good."
* "The teachers are well-qualified and experienced, and they really care about their students."
* "The campus is well-decorated and well-maintained, with a lovely atmosphere."

Placement Records:

* Almost 80% of students got placed in companies with an average salary package of 19 LPA
* Top recruiting companies include Microsoft, HCL, Dell, Infotech, and others
* Median salary for freshers is around 30,000 Rupees

Overall Assessment:

While St. Xavier's College has its pros and cons, the majority of students and alumni agree that it is a good institution with a strong reputation for education and placement records. However, prospective students should carefully weigh the costs against the benefits and consider factors such as internship and career opportunities before making a decision.