B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering 

at Kalyani University, Kalyani

The Kalyani University the highest package has not been released. However, the median package for BTech is out in the NIRF report 2024. Looking at the past three years' data (2021 to 2023), year-on-year growth was recorded in the BTech median package, which is depicted below:

The tuition fee for a four-year BTech course at Kalyani University is INR 1.44 lakh. This fee is common for all BTech specialisations. Additionally, candidates also have to pay for other one-time fee components such as Admission Fee, Library Fee, Sports Fee, Registration Fee, Identity Card Fee, Immigration Fee and Students-aid Fund.

Note: The above fee is taken from unofficial sources and hence, is indicative. Students are requested to visit the official website to get more details on the Kalyani University BTech fee. 

Kalyani University BTech admissions are based on entrance exam scores. In order to get admission to a four-year BTech course at Kalyani University, candidates are required to pass Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as the main subjects from a recognised board as per the minimum eligibility criteria. This is a mandatory step to fulfil before applying for the course. After checking the basic eligibility criteria, interested candidates can fill an online application form on the official website of Kalyani University. For the detailed admission process for Kalyani University BTech course, click here. 

At Kalyani University, a full-time UG level BTech course is offered across three specialisations, which is taught at the Faculty of Engineering Technology & Management. These are Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering,  Information Technology and Computer Science & Engineering. The total seat intake for BTech specialisations at University of Kalyani is 90. Find below the specialisation-wise seat bifurcation for BTech:

BTech Specialisation	Seat Intake
Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering	30
Information Technology	30
Computer Science & Engineering	30

For detailed course-related information for each BTech specialisation, click here

To get admission to BTech in Kalyani University, there is minimum eligibility criteria for every candidate. Those who passed Class 12 in Science stream with PCM subjects are eligible to apply for this course. Admission to BTech at Kalyani University is entirely entrance-based. Aspirants are required to appear for West Bengal Joint Entrance Exam (WBJEE), which is state-level entrance exam conducted by West Bengal Joint Entrance Exam Board (WBJEEB) for the selection of eligible candidates in BTech courses across the state colleges. The university selects students based on their past academic records and scores obtained in the respective entrance exams. Further, the shortlisted candidats are offered through WBJEE counselling process. 

Kalyani University admission to most of the courses are offered via scores of various state/ national-level entrance exams. However, the university does not conduct any entrance exams on its own, but it accepts a few state/ national-level entrances conducted by West Bengal state. These include WBJEE, WB JECA, WB JEMAT, CAT, MAT, GATE, etc., for admission to BTech, MCA, MBA and M.Tech programmes. For courses such as BCom, BA, BSc, MA, etc., direct admissions are offered to candidates based on their scores obtained in the previous qualifying exam. For more details on Kalyani University list of accepted entrance exams course-wise,  check out this link. 

Kalyani University admissions are both merit and entrance-based for respective UG and PG courses. For a few UG courses such as B.Ed, BSc, MA, etc., admissions are offered based on candidates' merit scores obtained in their previous qualifying exam. Further, to get admission to courses such as BTech, MTech, MBA, etc., candidates have to qualify for state/ national-level entrance exams. As per the admission process, candidates also have to appear for other selection rounds such as Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds for the respective courses. Later on, the selected students are allocated seats via a counselling process as per the seat capacity. Read more about the detailed University of Kalyani admission process 2023, here. 

{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Is Kalyani University Good for B.Sc?

Based on the reviews and testimonials from students and alumni, here's what stands out:

Pros:

* Faculty members: Most reviewers praised the faculty for being helpful, educated, and skilled in teaching.
* Curriculum relevance: Although some students mentioned that the curriculum could be improved, most agreed that it was relevant and prepared them for the industry.
* Research opportunities: Some students appreciated the chance to work on research projects in Mathematics, which enhanced their learning experience.
* Libraries and resources: Reviewers commended the college's libraries, stating that they had access to valuable books and study materials.
* Friendly environment: Many students described their college life as happy and memorable, thanks to the supportive community and friendly teachers.

Cons:

* Placement record: While some students reported receiving internships and job offers, others felt that the placement record was not impressive.
* Infrastructure: One reviewer noted that the college lacked free Wi-Fi, although others appreciated the state-of-the-art laboratories and classrooms.

In conclusion, Kalyani University seems to have its strengths, particularly in terms of faculty quality, curriculum relevance, and research opportunities. While there may be some limitations in terms of placement records and infrastructure, overall, the university appears to provide a positive learning experience for B.Sc students.

Admission to BSc at Kalyani University  (both Hons and general programme) are based on merit in Class 12. However, there are course-specific criteria every candidate must fulfil accordingly. Tabulated below are the details of Kalyani University BSc eligibility criteria:

Course	Eligibility Criteria
BSc (General/ Programme)	Class 12 with Science subjects
BSc Hons (Botany/ Chemistry/ CS/ Economics/ Mathematics/ Environmental Science/ Food and Nutrition/ Microbiology/ Molecular Biology/ Molecular Biology and Biotechnology/ Zoology/ Physical Education/ Physics/ Physiology/ Statistics)	Class 12 with 45% aggregate and 55% marks in Physics/ Chemistry/ Mathematics/ Biology/ CS (C++/ JAVA/ VB/ Python)/ Physical Education OR Class 12 with 50% aggregate and 45% marks in Physics/ Chemistry/ Mathematics/ Biology/ CS (C++/ JAVA/ VB/ Python)/ Physical Education OR Class 12 with 55% aggregate (if candidates have not studied the relevant subject)

 

Yes, Kalyani University has a Directorate of Distance and Open Learning (DDOL) which offers MA and MSc courses across various specialisations. The duration of these course is two years. Interested candidates can visit the official website at (dodl.klyuniv.ac.in) to apply for the distance courses. Find below the list of MA & MSc specialisations offered at University of Kalyani, Directorate of Distance and Open Learning (DDOL):

MA Specialisation	MSc Specialisation
Bengali	Zoology
English	Botany
History	Geography
Education	Mathematics
Geography	-

Candidates can check out more details here.