B.A. in Political Science 

at Jadavpur University, Jadavpur

There is no official notification from Jadavpur University, which indicates that the admission will be accepting CUET. However, candidates with a CUET score are still eligible to apply. Candidates just need to ensure that they fulfill the required course-specific eligibility requirements. For complete details about the Jadavpur University courses, Click Here.

Jadavpur University offers BA, BSc, BE, BTech, BArch, B.Ed, B.P.Ed and BPharma courses at the undergraduate level. Candidates seeking admission to any of these courses can apply after Class 12 in online mode by visiting the official website of the University. Candidates meeting the minimum eligibility criteria can apply for Jadavpur University courses. There is no entrance exam for UG courses like BBA, and the admission is completely merit-based. Check complete course details here.

The applications are accepted by Jadavpur University in online mode. It is necessary that the application is submitted within the due date to be eligible for admission. Candidates seeking admission can follow the steps given below to fill out the application form for Jadavpur University admission: 

Step 1: Visit the official website of Jadavpur University.

Step 2: On its homepage, click on ‘Admissions’ and further click on ‘Online Applications’.

Step 3: Read the admission guidelines carefully. Register by addressing details, including your course specifications, name, guardian details, mobile number, email ID, and address details. 

Step 4: Click on ‘Submit’ once done. Conclude the application process by paying the application fee using a debit card/credit card/net banking.

Step 5: Take a screenshot of the application form for future use.

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

 

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.

No, JEE Main is not neccessary for admission to BE at Jadavpur University. Jadavpur University accepts WBJEE for BE admission. The WBJEE Cutoff 2024 was released for Jadavpur University. The Cutoff was released category-wise for AI and HS quota candidates. Candidates can find the course-wise closing cutoff ranks for the General AI category candidates in the table below:

 

Going as per Jadavpur University cutoff 2023, CUET PG Round 1 scores for Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.) stood at 1, for Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.) at 37.73,  Master of Library and Information Science in Digital Library at 36.98, for M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication (Day) at 60 and for MPharma (all specialisations) stood at 77.95 for the General All India category candidates. CUET PG cutoff 2023 has been released up to Round 1. It is from the last year cutoff, the next academic session cutoffs can be anticipated.

{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

Yes, Jadavpur University is a good option for Engineering students. The University has been ranked 9 by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2024 under the “Engineering” category. Jadavpur University also has a very good placement record for Engineering students.

The highest package offered in the university 2023 placements was INR 85 LPA as per media reports to a student of the Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering department. Over 1,000 students were placed in the placement drive. Moreover, nearly 35 students received placement package between INR 35 LPA and INR 45 LPA.

Jadavpur University offers fee waivers in the form of full and half freeships to needy and meritorious students who cannot afford their fees. The scholarships are offered on the basis of recommendations of departments. A maximum of 10 percent of students is covered under the full freeship scheme. The University also offers stipends on a means-cum-merit basis. Around 80 stipends are distributed among the needy and meritorious students out of which one-fourth is for the first-year students.