Jadavpur University (JU): Courses, Rankings, Admission 2025, Fees, Placements

A stipend to basically GATE candidates is given by the central government. Candidates getting admission at Jadavpur University can also receive stipend from the government of West Bengal and the university fund. As per an unofficial source, the monthly stipend that the candidates may get can be around INR 12,400. The information given here is as per multiple sources and hence, is indicative.

Jadavpur University MSc tuition fee range between INR 48,000 and INR 1.57 Lacs for two years. The total course fee will include other components as well. This fee range include tuition fee for the day and evening MSc programmes. The fee mentioned here is the total tuition fee and is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, the actual amount may vary. For detailed fee structure, candidates are advised to contact the admission department of the University.

Jadavpur University has been ranked at the fourth position under “university” category in the NIRF rankings 2023. Many of the top companies such as Deloitte and Microsoft also visit its campus for placements drive. Hence, it is a good option for MA course aspirants.

Jadavpur University is one of the top-ranked universities in the country. In the NIRF 2023 rankings, it has been ranked at the fourth spot under the "University" category. Moreover, as per NIRF report 2023, the median package offered to PG 2-year candidates was INR 8 LPA. Many top companies recruit graduates from Jadavpur University. Some of the prominent recruiters as per the past years' records are Schrodinger, DE Shaw India, Citi Bank, HSBC.

The total seat count for MBA at the Jadavpur University affiliated colleges is 90. Candidates are admitted to the programme in accordance with this seat intake only. Institutes offering the programme may follow the reservation policy as precribed by the university. Moreover, aspirants can also visit the Jadavpur University official website to get more informaton regarding the same.

The total seat intake for Jadavpur University MTech course is 168. In addition, the total seat intake, including ME courses and for MTech affiliated colleges is around 989. Given below is the specialisations-wise seat intake for Jadavpur University MTech course: 

MTech Specialisation	Seat Intake
Computer Technology	34
Instrumentation and Electronics	10
Material	20
Food Technology & Bio-Chemical	12
VLSI Design & Microelectronics Technology	18
Intelligent Automation & Robotics	18
Distributed & Mobile Computing	15
Energy Science & Technology	13
Environmental Biotechnology	10
IT (Courseware Engineering)	18

Candidates must keep a few documents handy during form filling and at the time of admission. These documents are required for verification at the time of admission confirmation and application procedure. Applicants shall keep scanned copies ready at the time of form filling. Below are some of the important documents:

• Two passport-size photographs
• Attested copies of all mark-sheets
• Attested copies of all the certificates
• Caste Certificate
• Identification proof
• Payment receipt downloaded after online payment of the application form

For Jadavpur University B.Ed admission, candidates must have a undergraduate or postgraduate degree from any recognised university/ institution with a minimum of 50% aggregate. Given below are the category-wise eligibility criteria (with required aggregate) for B.Ed programme in detail: 

Category	Minimum Percentage
General (For Fresher)	50% (Honours graduate/ Master Degree)
General (For Deputed)	50% (Honours graduate/ Special Honours/ Master Degree)
SC/ST/PD (For Fresher)	40% (Honours graduate/ Master Degree)
OBC-A/OBC-B (For Fresher)	45% (Honours graduate/ Master Degree)
SC/ST/PD (For Deputed)	40% (Honours graduate/ Special Honours/ Master Degree)
OBC-A/OBC-B (For Deputed)	45% (Honours graduate/ Special Honours/ Master Degree)
Category	Age Limit
For Fresher	35 years (as on 15/09/2023)
For Deputed	No Age Restriction

NOTE: The details mentioned above are as per past years' data. Hence, is indicative.

{Source: B.A. students & alumni}

Here's a summary of the feedback from current students and alumni:

* Pros:
+ Excellent faculty members, many of whom hold Ph.D.s from renowned institutions
+ Relevant course curriculum that prepares students for civil services, research, and academia
+ Rich campus life with frequent events, festivals, and cultural activities
+ Affordable fee structure
+ Decent placement opportunities, especially in fields related to journalism, media, and NGOs
* Cons:
+ Limited placement opportunities in certain industries, such as IT and finance
+ Curriculum focused more on theory and research than practical applications
+ Infrastructure requires improvement, including Wi-Fi connectivity and cleanliness of classrooms and toilets
+ College administration faces criticism for being slow to respond to student concerns

Overall, Jadavpur University seems to offer a good learning experience for B.A. students interested in humanities and social sciences. While some students may find the placement scene challenging, the university's reputation for producing well-rounded individuals with strong critical thinking and communication skills remains intact.

Here are some specific comments from students and alumni:

"I think Jadavpur University is a great institution. The faculty members are exceptional, and the course curriculum is relevant and engaging." - Student
"The placement scene is okay, but it's mostly reserved for students who pursue higher studies or civil services." - Alumni
"I loved my time at Jadavpur University. The campus life is fantastic, and the events are always exciting!" - Student
"While the college administration could improve, the faculty members are very supportive and helpful." - Alumni

{Source: B.Arch students & alumni]

Jadavpur University offers a diverse and inclusive campus life, with no restrictions on girls' movements and dress codes. Sports facilities and mess food are available, and attendance policies are flexible. The college culture is supportive, with designated teachers and student representatives available for academic and personal issues. The academic schedule is moderate, with regular exams and practical teaching methods. Security measures include guards and CCTV cameras, but outsiders can enter the campus without permission. Ragging is strictly prohibited, and students can leave the hostel premises without permission. Overall, Jadavpur University provides a well-rounded education with accessible transport options.

Based on the five reviews provided, the overall infrastructure of Jadavpur University's Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) programme is good. Here's a summary of the reviews:

Review 1 highlights the college's sprawling 58-acre campus with various academic buildings, including a well-stocked central library with over 5,00,000 books, 1500 journals and E-resources. Review 2 mentions that the campus has free Wi-Fi facilities, air-conditioned classrooms, a playground and a canteen with good food at affordable prices. Review 3 emphasizes the availability of good studios with ample lighting and ventilation, hostel accommodations with low fees and affordable food options. Review 4 praises the cleanliness and spaciousness of the campus, the availability of Wi-Fi, delicious food in the canteen and medical facilities. Review 5 lists the various facilities provided by the college, including a library, classrooms, smart classrooms, AV rooms, seminar rooms, jury rooms, Wi-Fi, computer labs, construction labs, carpentry labs, mechanical labs, hostels with 24/7 water supply, medical facilities, game rooms and sports rooms.

Overall, the infrastructure of Jadavpur University's B.Arch programme appears to be comprehensive and well-maintained, providing students with a supportive learning environment.

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Candidates are required to pay INR 500 as the application fee in order to submit their application successfully. The fee payment is accepted via credit card/debit card/net banking. Moreover, the application fee is given here as per the past years' data and hence, is indicative. Candidates can also visit the university official website to get more information on the application fee.

Jadavpur University and its affiliated colleges offer over 340 BSc seats. The university offers various courses covering several streams, including Arts, Science, Engineering & Technology, etc. at the UG, PG, and PhD levels. Some of the BSc specialisations along with the seat intake are mentioned in the table given below:

BSc Specialisation	Seat Intake
Chemistry	50
Physics	55
Mathematics	75

NOTE: The above-mentioned seat intake is as per external sources. Hence, is indicative.

No, Jadavpur University doesn't offer Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) under its BTech course. However, the University offers CSE under the four-year BE programme. Candidates seeking admission to Jadavpur University BE CSE course, need to appear for the WBJEE entrance exam followed by a counselling round. There is no other provision for admission. Apart from Computer Science Engineering, the University offers BE across 12 specialisations as well.

Yes, the university offer two-year B.Ed course in a full-time mode. The course is divided into semester patterns. Jadavpur University B.Ed admission is merit-based. Thus, the aspirant’s aggregate in the last qualifying examination is taken into consideration. Candidates shortlisted by the university may have to take part in an interview round as well. The final seat allotment shall then be carried out based on overall performance in the selection rounds. Moreover, the university also offers a B.Ed special education (Visual Impairment) course.

Jadavpur University WBJEE 2024 cutoff was released in the form of ranks for General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PWD categories in the AI and HS quotas. As per the WBJEE last-round cutoff 2024, thr cutoff ranks varied between 57 and 2917. Therefore, it is easy to get admission to Jadavpur University with WBJEE rank of 2000. However, the choice of courses would be limited at this rank.

Yes, Jadavpur University conducts an admission test for admission to the MA programmes. Admission tests will be conducted by the respective departments and for some MA specialisations, aspirants will have to appear for two papers. The selection will also be done on the basis of percentage marks obtained in the Honours/Major papers. It is necessary that the aspirants take the entrance test to become eligible for selection. Candidates seeking admission must visit the University’s official website to apply online. 

There is no ranking available for the Jadavpur University MCA course specifically. However, a ranking trend under the "university" category is provided below:

Ranking Body	2021	2022	2023
NIRF	08	04	04

Both the university and college are among the top-ranked universities/colleges as per NIRF 2023 in the state of "West Bengal" for their ME/MTech programme. Find below a comparison between the two based on parameters including fee and ranking:

University Name	NIRF Ranking '23	BTech Total Tuition Fee*
Jadavpur University	10	INR 4,800 - INR 2.2 lakh
IIEST Shibpur	35	INR 1.7 lakh

*The fee mentioned on this page is taken from external sources. Hence, the actual amount may vary. Moreover, the fee range may include fees for integrated courses as well. For Jadavpur University, the fee range includes the fee for both ME and M.Tech programmes.

The candidates wanting to enrol in a BTech course of Jadavpur University must meet the prescribed eligibility and selection requirements. Aspirants who have passed Class 12 with at least 60% aggregate from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects (45% for SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwD) can apply for admission. Additionally, the applicants age must be at least 17 years. Further, the aspirants need to take the WBJEE exam. Jadavpur University shortlist candidates for admission based on exam scores. Following this, counselling is conducted for the seat allotment procedure.

Jadavpur University offers BE at UG levels for multiple specialisations. Candidates seeking admission at Jadavpur University must have a valid score in WBJEE exam in order to be eligible for WBJEE Counselling. Tabulated below is Jadavapur university cutoff 2023 for BE admission offered through WBJEE for top five specialisations: 

WBJEE Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)
Course	2023
B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering	52
B.E. in Electrical Engineering (Day)	648
B.E. in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering (Day)	298
B.E. in Information Technology (Day)	282
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering (Day)	86