M.Sc. in Computer Science 

at Kalyani University, Kalyani

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.

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

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

Pros:

* Good faculty: Many reviewers praised the knowledge and approachability of the faculty members, saying they are "helpful", "friendly", and "world-class".
* Well-equipped infrastructure: The university has modern classrooms, labs, and a central library with a wide range of resources.
* Research opportunities: The university encourages research and collaboration with national laboratories and government institutions, offering opportunities for students to engage in cutting-edge projects.
* Placement opportunities: Although the university may not have a dedicated placement cell, many students reported getting placed in top companies or pursuing higher studies.

Cons:

* Limited placements: While some students did report getting placed, others mentioned that the placement record is not impressive, with many choosing to pursue research or teaching careers instead.
* Infrastructure limitations: Despite having modern facilities, some reviewers noted issues with maintenance, transportation, and living conditions in hostels.
* Teaching methodology: Some students felt that the teaching style could be improved, citing difficulties in understanding certain topics due to the lack of proper preparation.

Conclusion:
While Kalyani University has some strengths, particularly in terms of faculty and infrastructure, its placement record leaves much to be desired. However, the university's emphasis on research and collaborative initiatives might appeal to students interested in these areas. Ultimately, whether M.Sc. at Kalyani University is a good choice depends on individual preferences and goals.

Recommendations:

* Consider factors beyond just placements when evaluating the program.
* Research the university's focus areas and assess how they align with your interests.
* Reach out to current students and alumni to gather more insight into day-to-day life and challenges faced by students.

Kalyani University offers various UG and PG courses in the stream of Engineering, Science, Management, Computer Applications, Humanities, Education, etc. These are BTech, MTech, MBA, BSc, MSc, MA, BCom, MCA, B.Ed, etc. Admission to these course are both merit and entrance-based. Find below the eligibility, fee and selection criteria for the various courses related to University of Kalyani course admissions 2023:

Course Name	Eligibility & Selection Criteria	Total Tuition Fees*
MBA	Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university   Selection Criteria: CAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ JEMAT + GDPI	INR 70,000
BTech	Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics as subjects from a recognised board Selection Criteria: WBJEE + Counselling	INR 1.44 lakh
B.Ed	Eligibility: UG or PG degree with 50% aggregate from a recognised university Selection Criteria: Merit-based	INR 7,200
BSc	Eligibility: Pass Class 12 from a recognised board Selection Criteria: Merit-based	INR 3,690 - INR 16,430
MA	Eligibility: UG degree in the respective discipline  Selection Criteria: Merit-based	INR 2,400 - INR 1.15 lakh
MTech	Eligibility: UG degree in BTech/ B. E. with IT/ CSE/ Software Engineering or any equivalent from a recognised board Selection Criteria: GATE	INR 24,000 - INR 48,000
To check out the admission process for other UG & PG courses, make your course selection here

 

 

As per the NIRF report 2024, out of 188 BTech graduates 110 were placed in 2023 placements. Further, 467out of 2,245 PG (2-year) and 16 out of 34 Integrated PG students were placed. Looking at the past three years' data, an improving trend was observed in the number of BTech, PG-Integrated students placed. On the other hand, the number of PG (2-year) students placed has been fluctuating. The following table represents the total strength and the number of students placed from 2021 to 2023 Kaynai University placements:

Course	Placement Statistics (2021)	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
BTech	- Total students: 181 - Students placed: 122	- Total students: 182 - Students placed: 136	- Total students: 188 - Students placed: 110
PG (2-year)	- Total students: 2,569 - Students placed: 526	- Total students: 1,936 - Students placed: 739	- Total students: 2,245 - Students placed: 467
PG-Integrated	- Total students: 37 - Students placed: 19	- Total students: 28 - Students placed: 23	- Total students: 34 - Students placed: 16

NOTE: The above statistics are ollated from the NIRF report 2024.

The placement rate for BTech and PG (2-year) courses has been fluctuating over the past three years (2021 to 2023). The course-wise University of Kalyani placement rate trends are depicted below:

Course	Placement Rate (2021)	Placement Rate (2022)	Placement Rate (2023)
BTech	67%	75%	59%
PG (2-year)	20%	38%	21%
PG-Integrated	51%	82%	47%

NOTE: The above percentage is calculated from the data given in the NIRF report 2024.

The University of Kalyani average package is yet to be released. Meanwhile, students can refer to the median package offered during Kalyani University placements to get an estimate:

Course	Median Package (2021)	Median Package (2022)	Median Package (2023)
BTech	INR 4.60 LPA	INR 6.10 LPA	INR 7.20 LPA
PG (2-year)	INR 7.20 LPA	INR 9 LPA	INR 11 LPA
PG-Integrated	INR 7.20 LPA	INR 9.20 LPA	INR 10 LPA

NOTE: The above salary details are fetched from the NIRF report 2024.

The Kalyani University CSE average package and other placement details are yet to be released. However, the overall placement statistics for BTech are out. During 2023 placements, 59% of the BTech students were placed. From 2021 to 2023, a fluctuating trend was recorded in the BTech placement rate. Take a look at the below table depicting the Kalyani University BTech placement trends:

Particulars	BTech Placement Statistics (2021)	BTech Placement Statistics (2022)	BTech Placement Statistics (2023)
Total students	181	182	188
Students placed	122	136	110
Placement rate	67%	75%	59%
Median package	INR 4.60 LPA	INR 6.10 LPA	INR 7.20 LPA

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

The University has not released the placement report or brochure. However, the NIRF report 2024 incorporates the 2023 placement statistics. As per the report, 110 out of 188 BTech students were placed in the 2023 drive. Further, 467 PG (2-year) students were placed. The median package for BTech and PG (2-year) courses stood at INR 7.20 LPA and INR 11 LPA, respectively. Check the complete insights of University of Kalyani placements 2023 for popular courses from the table below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Total students (BTech)	188
Students placed (BTech)	110
Median package (BTech)	INR 7.20 LPA
Total students (PG-2 year)	2,245
Students placed (PG-2 year)	467
Median package (PG-2 year)	INR 11 LPA

NOTE: The above placement details are collated from the NIRF report 2024.