M.Sc in Biotechnology 

at MAKAUT, Salt Lake City

No, the admission process is completely entrance-based for all UG, PG and doctoral-level courses offered by MAKAUT campus and its affiliated colleges. The university conducts CET and JEMAT exams for admission to BSc, BBA, BCA, MSc and MBA progammes. Additionally, exams such as WBJEE, PGET, UGC NET and GATE, etc., are considered for admission to UG, PG and doctoral-level courses. However, students can reach out to MAKAUT admission office for more details on any management quota seats (if available). 

Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT) is a public university located in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. It was established in 1998 by the West Bengal Government. MAKAUT provides undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in engineering, technology, and allied sciences. MAKAUT is also accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

MAKAUT has a good infrastructure with well-equipped laboratories, libraries, and hostels. The university has a good placement record and the highest package offered during placements 2022 was INR 44 LPA.

Check below infographic for verified students reviews on Shiksha for MAKAUT:

As per the information collated from various sources on the internet, below is a list of top Engineering colleges under MAKAUT:

• IEM Kolkata
• Heritage Institute of Technology
• Narula Institute of Technology
• AEC, Asansol
• JISCE
• KJEC Nadia
• Siliguri Institute of Technology

No, candidates do not have the option to change their college under Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology. If they wish to change, they are required to appear for the necessary entrance test again. However, a few articles on the internet mention that students can change their college after the first year but they are required to clear all the exams of the first year for the same. For better clarity on the subject, candidates are advised to reach out to the admission office of MAKAUT or the affiliated institute under the university. 

{Source: BBA students & alumni}

MAKAUT - Good for BBA?

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of the pros and cons:

Pros:

* Placement Record: Above 85% of students get placements, with the highest package being INR2 LPA, and the lowest being INR1 LPA. Top recruiters include Wipro, Cognizant, HDFC Ltd., IDFC Ltd., TCS, and others.

* Faculty Support: Teachers are knowledgeable, experienced, and helpful. They provide guidance, share job experiences, and spend extra time to clarify doubts.

* Infrastructure: The college has good infrastructure, including smart classrooms, computer labs, libraries, hostels, and playgrounds.

* Industry Readiness: The course curriculum is relevant, and teachers prepare students for the industry. Over 95% of students get internships in reputed hospitals.

Cons:

* Food Quality: Mess food may not be satisfactory, and some students prefer eating outside.

* Connectivity: Connectivity issues might arise, affecting Wi-Fi access and communication.

Here's a conclusion:

MAKAUT seems to be a good choice for pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program. With its strong placement record, supportive faculty, and good infrastructure, students can expect a positive educational experience. However, there might be some areas for improvement, such as food quality and connectivity. Overall, MAKAUT appears to be a suitable option for those interested in pursuing a BBA degree.

MAKAUT cutoff 2023 for admission to the BTech course has been over after Round 3 of JEE Main Seat Allotment result. Considering the MAKAUT last-round cutoff, the closing ranks for BTech was 108551 for Techno Main Salt Lake, 25645 for HIT - Haldia Institute of Technology, 36213 for AOT- Academy of Technology. During the MAKAUT cutoff 2023, B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering was the most competitive specialisation. Tabulated below college-wise JEE Main cutoff 2023 for top affiliated colleges for BTech CSE for the General category students:

College	2023
Techno Main Salt Lake	108551
HIT - Haldia Institute of Technology	25645
AOT- Academy of Technology	36213
Heritage Institute of Technology	88711
MCKV Institute of Engineering	104516
Netaji Subhash Engineering College	147986

As per the official website, 85 students from various courses were placed during the 2022 placement session. The following table depicts the number of students placed during Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology placements 2022:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)
No. of students placed	85

MAKAUT University accepts both merit and entrance based exam scores. The university conducts CET exam in June for admission to courses such as BSc, MSc, BBA and BCA courses. MAKAUT conducts JEMAT for admission to MBA and MHA courses. It also accepts a few other state/ national-level entrance exams such as WBJEE, PGET,  UGC NET  (including JRF)/ CSIR NET for admission to UG, PG and doctoral-level programmes.

Candidates can visit the official website and fill out the application form. Appear for the entrance exam mentioned above and wait for the merit list to get released. Lastly, shortlisted candidates will be eligible for counselling.

Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT) is famous for its engineering and technology programs. The university is also known for its research and development activities. Moreover, MAKAUT provides modern amenities with state-of-the-art infrastructure to its students. The university has well-equipped laboratories, libraries, and hostels. Also, the university has been approved by the UGC and AICTE, and is accredited by NAAC. The median package offered during MAKAUT placements 2022 was around 4 LPA.

The total fee for MAKAUT BSc courses ranges between INR 1.33 Lacs to INR 1.36 Lacs (depending on the specialisation). This fee is as per the official source. However, it is still subject to changes. Hence, it is, indicative. Students who wish to know the detailed fee structure are advised to get in touch with the university directly.