Master of Rural Studies (MRS) 

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. 

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. 

Yes, Kalyani University offers a number of scholarships to students who meet the eligibility criteria. Some of the scholarships include the UGC merit scholarship, UGC Indira Gandhi Single Girl Child Scholarship, among others. To apply for a scholarship at Kalyani University, students must submit an application form along with the required documentation. The application form can be downloaded from the university website. The deadline for submitting applications varies for each scholarship.

Read more: Kalyani University Scholarships

As per the NIRF report 2023, the university recorded an 83% hiring rate for PG-Integrated (5-year) courses during the placement drive 2022. The table below showcases the key highlights of Kalyani University placement statistics recorded for the last two years:

Parameter	Placement Statistics (2021)	Placement Statistics (2021)
BTech placement rate	67%	75%
BTech median package	INR 4.6 LPA	INR 6.1 LPA
BTech total students	181	182
BTech students placed	122	136
PG 3-year placement rate (BPEd)	90%	90%
PG (3-year) median package	INR 6 LPA	INR 8.6 LPA
PG (3-year) total students	30	21
PG (3-year) students placed	27	19

Kalyani University offers three years BSc general and BSc Hons courses for students to choose from. The BSc Hons course is spread across various felids of study such as Botany, Computer Science, Economics, Environmental Science, Food nutrition, Zoology and more. These are many courses options that allow students to pursue the area of their interest. The course fee may vary depending on the choice of specialisation.

Kalyani University BSc admissions are made based on student’s performance in Class 12. Once the university releases the merit list, shortlisted candidates are required to get their documents verified by the university. Following is the list of the required documents:

• Class 10 marksheet
• Class 12 marksheet
• Passport-sized photograph
• Age proof
• NOC
• Valid SC/ ST certificate issued by the government of West Bengal (if applicable)

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

 

 

{Source: B.E. / B.Tech students & alumni}

Worth Pursuing BE/BTech at Kalyani University?

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

Pros:
* Good infrastructure and facilities, including Wi-Fi-enabled campus and well-stocked libraries
* Friendly and supportive faculty members, willing to help students
* Opportunities for research and higher studies
* Decent placement record, with some students securing internships and jobs in reputed companies like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and Tata
* Affordable living options near the campus, including PG accommodations

Cons:
* Limited availability of resources, particularly in some departments
* Outdated curriculum, which might impact employability
* Lack of emphasis on coding and job-specific skills
* High competition for limited seats in popular courses
* Limited participation in campus placements due to few companies visiting the campus
* Average salary package, ranging from INR2-INR4 Lacs per annum

Overall Assessment: Pursuing BE/BTech at Kalyani University might be worthwhile for those interested in research, higher studies, or looking for a more affordable option. While the university offers decent infrastructure and faculty support, the outdated curriculum and limited job prospects might affect the employment potential of graduates. Students seeking specialisation in areas like IT, electronics, and instrumentation might find the course suitable, while others might need to look elsewhere for better job opportunities.

Remember that individual experiences may vary depending on the department, course, and personal preferences. It's essential to weigh the pros and cons carefully before making an informed decision.

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.