Ques. What are the Registration fees for Jadavpur University?
Ans. Application process for admission to Jadavpur University is online, where the registration charges are INR 500. Applicants can pay the registration fee for Jadavpur University via Credit/ Debit card or Net Banking.
Ques. What is the cutoff for Jadavpur University?
Ans. Jadavpur University releases cutoff for admission to UG, PG and Ph.D courses.
Course |
General |
SC |
ST |
OBC A |
OBC B |
B.Sc (Physics) |
380 |
350 |
300 |
342 |
365 |
B.Sc (Chemistry) |
370 |
308 |
304 |
333 |
334 |
B.Sc (Geography) |
220 |
165 |
167 |
198 |
200 |
B.Sc (Geology) |
270 |
205 |
206 |
243 |
244 |
B.Sc (Mathematics) |
371 |
345 |
283 |
334 |
350 |
BA (Political Science) |
63 |
31.1 |
35.5 |
42.2 |
44.8 |
BA (Philosophy) |
45.1 |
35.25 |
39.5 |
43.25 |
47.3 |
BA (Economics) |
34.625 |
32.625 |
- |
- |
- |
BA (Sanskrit) |
49.5 |
40.5 |
45 |
65.5 |
43.5 |
BA (English) |
71 |
59 |
49 |
47 |
57 |
BA (Bengali) |
44 |
28 |
3 |
33.25 |
32.5 |
BA (History) |
51 |
37.3 |
25.5 |
36.2 |
34.75 |
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Ques. Does Jadavpur University offer any distance courses?
Ans. No, Apart from its regular courses Jadavpur University does not offer any distance courses. However, the University does offer a few evening courses.
Ques. Does Jadavpur University offer scholarships?
Ans. Jadavpur University offers Scholarships and Financial Assistance to deserving candidates on Merit Based and to the candidates belonging to Reserved Categories.
The scholarships at Jadavpur University are offered in the form of concessions to needy and meritorious students. Under this category a maximum of 10% students are eligible under full freeship. The University also offers Financial Assistance on merit cum means basis
Ques. How can I download the Admit Card for Entrance test conducted by Jadavpur University?
Ans. Candidates who have completed the successful application process and have paid the application fee are eligible for Jadavpur University 2020 admit card.
Admit Card for the Entrance Exam will be available on the University website and candidates can download the same one week before the date of Exam.
Jadavpur University will contain the following details i.e Candidates’ full name, their roll number and application number, the subject they are appearing for, and the venue and time of the examination.
Ques. What UG courses are offered by Jadavpur University?
Ans. At UG Level, Jadavpur University offers BA program in Bengali, Comparative Literature, English, Economics, History, Philosophy, Political Science, and Sanskrit electives.
For B.Sc the university offers admission to Bengali, Comparative Literature, Economics, English, History, Philosophy, Political Science and International Relations, Sanskrit, Education, Film Studies, Sociology, Environment and Development disciplines.
The B.E program in Jadavpur University is offered in the following specializations, i.e Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Information Technology, Instrumentation and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Printing, Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, Production, Pharma Technology
Apart from these courses the University also offers B.Ed, B.Li.I. Sc, B.P.Ed, B.Arch Courses.
Ques. Ques. What are the rules regarding the application process at Jadavpur University?
Ans. Mentioned below are the important rules regarding the application process in Jadavpur University:
- A particular individual can submit only one application.
- Submission of multiple applications by only one individual can lead to the cancellation of all the applications without any further correspondence.
- The courses with no specialization will be considered as one option and for two or more specializations, each specialization will be considered as a separate option.
- All applications are made online according to the instructions mentioned in the information brochure against the payment of INR 1000 for each.
- The application fees will not be refundable under any circumstances.
Ques. What are the things required to be filled in the application form of Jadavpur University?
Ans. Mentioned below are the things which are considered to be filled in the application form of Jadavpur University:
- Date of birth of the candidate
- Reservation category of the candidate
- Details of GATE/ GPAT ( for GPAT & GATE candidates)
- Percentage marks obtained in the secondary & higher secondary or equivalent examinations
Ques. What is the difference between the fee structure per semester of GATE /GPAT candidates and sponsored candidates?
Ans. The difference between fee structure per semester of GATE / GPAT candidates and sponsored candidates are mentioned below:
Specialization |
GPAT/GATE |
Sponsored |
Architecture |
INR 2,400 |
INR 24,000 |
Automobile Engineering |
INR 12,000 |
INR 30,000 |
Chemical Engineering |
INR 2,400 |
INR 24,000 |
Civil Engineering |
INR 2,400 |
INR 24,000 |
Computer Science and Engineering |
INR 2,400 |
INR 24,000 |
Ques. What are the PG grade point eligibility criteria for different categories in Jadavpur University?
Ans. The PG grade point eligibility criteria for different categories in Jadavpur University is mentioned below:
Category |
Grade Point out of 10 |
General |
6.75 |
OBC |
6.15 |
SC/ST |
5.25 |
Ques. What are the details of tie-breaking rules at Jadavpur University?
Ans. If there is a situation of a tie in the merit list prepared based on prepared cutoff criteria then the following points are considered to break such tie:
- Marks of qualifying degree
- Percentage aggregate marks of secondary or equivalent examination
- Date of birth (person born earlier will get the higher reference)
Ques. What are the MBA examination rules at Jadavpur University?
Ans. The MBA examination rules in Jadavpur University are mentioned below:
- The date of the examination will be notified by the controller of the examination at least before the 14 days of the commencement of the examination.
- Students will be admitted only via the availability of admit cards.
- Each paper of the semester examination will be of 3 hours.
- Non-appearance of the candidate in a paper will be considered a failure.
- For being eligible for the examination, the students must have completed at least 50% marks in each of the sessional subjects every year.
Ques. Where should I apply for Jadavpur University?
Ans. To apply for Jadavpur University’s programmes candidates need to apply online on the official website of the university before its last date.
Ques. Can I get direct admission to Jadavpur University?
Ans. Candidates can take direct admission to Jadavpur University only through the management quota for a few courses.
Ques. Is there any entrance exam at Jadavpur University?
Ans. Yes, Jadavpur University conducts an entrance test for admission to a few courses. For B.P.Ed admission, candidates need to appear for an entrance test which is likely to be held from May 19 to 21.
Ques. Can I get enrolled in BE/ BTech at Jadavpur University without appearing in WBJEE?
Ans. No, for Jadavpur University BE/ BTech admission, a valid WBJEE score is mandatory. To be eligible for BTech programme offered at Jadavpur University, a candidate needs to pass Class 12 from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
Ques. How can I take admission in the BPharm course at Jadavpur University?
Ans. In order to seek BPharm admission at Jadavpur University, a candidate needs to pass Class 12 from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/ Biology as compulsory subjects and a minimum of 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for SC/ ST candidates). Further, eligible candidates are shortlisted for the programme based on their performance in WBJEE.
Ques. What is the selection process for Jadavpur University MTech programme?
Ans. Jadavpur University MTech admission is based on a valid score in GATE score. Also, to be eligible for the programme, candidates need to pass BE/ BTech or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant stream from a recognized institute/ university with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for SC/ ST candidates)
Ques. What type of PG courses are offered at Jadavpur University for admission?
Ans. At the postgraduate level, Jadavpur University offers a wide range of courses such as ME, MTech, MA, MSc, MPharm, B.Ed, M.Lib.I.Sc, MEd, M.Arch and MEd among others. All these courses are offered in different fields such as Engineering, Education, Technology, Architecture, Arts, Science, Pharmacy, and Library Sciences.
Ques. What is the seat intake at Jadavpur University in Engineering stream?
Ans. Total 1117 seats are available in Jadavpur University, Kolkata for 16 different branches. 650 seats are available for General Category.
Ques. Is medical fitness a mandatory requirement to get into Jadavpur University?
Ans. Yes, candidates seeking admission to Engg/Tech/Arch/Pharm courses should possess good health and physique with a sound mind and should be capable of undergoing N.C.C. Training.