M.Tech. in Optics and Optoelectronics 

at University of Calcutta, College Street

Yes, Calcutta University conducts its in-house entrance exam, I. e. , Calcutta University Entrance Exam once a year for various UG and PG courses. For Law courses, such as B.A. LL.B. And LL. M. the entrance is conducted in an offline mode. It is crucial for candidates seeking admission in these courses to take the entrance test. Calcutta University (CU) offers UG, PG and doctoral-level programmes in the fields of Humanities, Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, Technology, Engineering, etc.

No, for most courses in Calcutta University, the rules for admission are either by merit or an entrance examination, whichever the programme the candidate is seeking to apply for. WBJEE, CAT, MAT Exams, etc., in BTech and MBA, while BSc, BA, and BCom require merit. The university keeps 60% of the seats reserved for CU aspirants, while the rest 40% is kept open in which the admission will be granted on account of an entrance examination from aspirants other than those of CU.

Calcutta University has achieved good placement numbers over the past few years. During 2023 placements, the number of students placed has dropped for all the UG and PG courses in comparison to 2022. For detailed analysis refer to the table below depicting the Calcutta University placement trends:

Course	Placement Statistics (2021)	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
UG (3-year)	- Total students: 419 - Students placed: 247	- Total students: 417 - Students placed: 252	- Total students: 380 - Students placed: 198
BTech	- Total students: 237 - Students placed: 189	- Total students: 357 - Students placed: 305	- Total students: 289 - Students placed: 199
BA LLB	- Total students: 110 - Students placed: 96	- Total students: 119 - Students placed: 95	- Total students: 83 - Students placed: 67
PG (2-year)	- Total students: 5,984 - Students placed: 4,198	- Total students: 5,975 - Students placed: 4,201	- Total students: 5,125 - Students placed: 3,985
PG (3-year)	- Total students: 97 - Students placed: 78	- Total students: 98 - Students placed: 85	- Total students: 40 - Students placed: 30
PG (5-year)	- Total students: 40 - Students placed: 30	- Total students: 41 - Students placed: 32	- Total students: 37 - Students placed: 28

NOTE: The aforementioned placement statistics are collated from the NIRF report 2024.

{Source: M.Com students & alumni}

University of Calcutta's MCom Program

Placement Opportunities:
* 60% of students secure placements after completing the MCom program.
* Average starting salary: INR3 LPA (lakhs per annum).
* Maximum package: INR7 LPA.
* Top recruiters include TCS, HDFC Bank, SBI Bank, and others.
* Internship opportunities: 20% of students participate in internship programs.
* Common roles: Accountant, Manager, Professor, Assistant, and others.

Infrastructure and Facilities:
* Clean classrooms and labs equipped with the latest instruments.
* Useful library with various book collections.
* Scholarship options: up to INR24,000.
* Campus infrastructure: large classrooms, laboratories, library, canteen, and medical facilities.

Teaching and Faculty:
* Highly qualified faculty members with decades of teaching experience.
* Modern teaching procedures.
* Friendly and approachable professors who interact with students.

Additional Insights:
* While placements might not be the strongest aspect of the program, the college offers numerous opportunities for students to develop their skills and knowledge.
* The faculty plays a crucial role in guiding students professionally and helping them achieve their goals.
* The college's strong reputation, combined with its location in the heart of Kolkata, provides a unique learning experience.

In order to get admission to Calcutta University, candidates need to fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria as per the course requirements. Admission to UG courses is mainly merit-based while for some other courses, the University accepts state-level entrance exams such as WBJEE or national-level exams such as JEE Main and CAT. Further, the university also conducts its in-house entrance exam, i.e., Calcutta University Entrance Exam. Aspiring students first need to qualify for the respective entrance exams and then fill out the application form.

{Source: M.A. students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's what emerges:

Infrastructure and Facilities

* Decent infrastructure compared to other similar colleges
* Well-stocked library with many books
* Modern labs and classrooms with good benches
* Good hostel facilities with excellent food quality
* Availability of canteen, mess, sports, and games facilities

Teaching Quality and Faculty

* Exemplary faculty members with a passion for teaching
* Teachers provide all study materials and are knowledgeable about every subject
* Course curriculum is deemed relevant and beneficial for students
* Highly qualified and experienced professors with research publications

Placement Record

* University's placement record is excellent (100%)
* the highest package: 3 lac, the lowest package: 1.8 lac, average package: 2 lac
* Top recruiting companies include Microsoft, Xiaomi, Lava, Dell, Golden Leaf, etc.
* 50% students secured internships with Lava and Golden Leaf
* CEO role is offered among the top positions

Course Relevance and Industry Readiness

* Course curriculum is relevant and prepares students to understand the depth of the subject
* Students become Masters of their domain and acquire skills to take up future roles
* The faculty helps students to develop critical thinking and analytical skills

Overall, based on these factors, the M.A. programme at the University of Calcutta appears to be a worthwhile investment. While the placement record might not be exceptional, the university's reputation, faculty quality, and infrastructure suggest that students receive a solid education and are prepared for future careers.

Calcutta University offers all the necessary facilities to its students. Some of the campus facilities include classrooms, library, hostels, and cafeterias, a fully Wi-Fi campus, well-equipped conference hall and seminar hall, library and full-time internet connectivity and hostels facility for boys & girls.

Students can avail themselves of a vast number of courses starting from Humanities, Arts, and Sciences to Commerce, Management, Technology, and Engineering from Calcutta University. The courses in these disciplines are available at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, apart from courses available at the doctoral level and thus providing ample opportunities for academic advancement. Whether aspired to a Bachelor's degree in BSc, BA, and BCom or higher learning with MA, MCom, or specialized courses like BE/BTech and MBA/PGDM, Calcutta University offers its full curriculum for the various interests and career goals.

The separate placement data for ECE has not been released yet. However, the University has disclosed the overall placement details for BTech. From 2021 to 2023, a fluctuating trend was observed in the BTech placement rate. On the other hand, year-on-year growth was recorded in the median package offered to BTech students over the past three years. The table below illustrates the Calcutta University BTech placement trends:

Particulars	BTech Placement Statistics (2021)	BTech Placement Statistics (2022)	BTech Placement Statistics (2023)
Total students	237	357	289
Students placed	189	305	199
Placement rate	80%	85%	69%
Median package	INR 9.03 LPA	INR 9.20 LPA	INR 10 LPA

NOTE: The above data is fetched from the NIRF report 2024.

Yes, the University has a dedicated placement cell. The 2024 placement statistics have not been disclosed. However, the NIRF report 2024 has been released. As per the report, 464 UG, 4,015 PG, and 28 integrated PG students were placed during Calcutta University placements 2023. The median package for UG (3-year) courses was INR 9.20 LPA. For BTech and BA LLB courses, the median package stood at INR 10 LPA and INR 8 LPA, respectively. For PG courses, the median package offered during University of Calcutta placements 2023 was between INR 8.80 LPA and INR 10 LPA.