Calcutta University (CU) offers UG, PG, Doctoral, Diploma, and Certificate courses in the fields of Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Management, Law, etc. Admissions at Calcutta University are done in two categories, i.e., Part -'A' for CU Candidates and Part -'B' for Non-CU candidates. The university offers admission to 80% of seats for CU candidates (Part -'A') and 20% for non-CU candidates. Calcutta University conducts an entrance test for admission to 20% of seats in PG courses for non-CU candidates (Part -˜B'). The final selection of all Part -'A' and Part -'B' candidates is done through a counselling process conducted by the university. Seats are allotted based on scores obtained in the entrance examination or marks secured in the qualifying examination and interview (for respective programs). For the selection, 70% weightage will be given to entrance or qualifying exam scores and 30% to the interview conducted by the respective departments.
Calcutta University UG Eligibility & Selection Criteria 2025
Calcutta University offers a wide range of undergraduate programs across science, technology, arts, law, and music. The eligibility requirements vary for each course, focusing on academic performance in Class 12 or equivalent. Selection is based on entrance exams or merit, depending on the program. Below are the detailed eligibility and selection criteria for popular UG courses.
| UG Courses | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
| B.Tech | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology and have a minimum of 50% marks | WBJEE/JEE Main + Counselling |
| B.Tech (Lateral Entry) | B.Sc (Hons.) in relevant subject with a minimum of 55% marks | JELET + Counselling |
| BA (Hons) | 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks | Merit-based |
| B.Sc (Hons) | 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks | |
| B.Com | 10+2 with a minimum of 55% marks | |
| BA LLB | 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks | University-based entrance test |
Calcutta University PG Eligibility & Selection Criteria 2025
Calcutta University PG admission 2025 offers diverse courses in management, law, science, commerce, and education. Eligibility criteria vary for each program, with selection through merit, entrance exams, and interviews. The university ensures only qualified candidates secure seats, making its postgraduate programs a top choice for students seeking advanced education and career opportunities in India.
| PG Courses | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
| MBA | Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks | CAT/MAT/XMAT/ JEMAT + GD and PI |
| M.Tech | BE/BTech/MCA with a minimum of 55% marks | GATE (for Non-Sponsored/Non-CU candidates) + Interview |
| MCA | BCA a minimum of 50% marks | WB-JECA + Counselling |
| LLM | Passed Bachelor of Law with a minimum of 50% marks | Calcutta University Law Entrance Test (CULET PG) + Counselling |
| B.Ed | Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks | Merit-based (for Part A) or Entrance Test (for Part B) followed by counselling |
| MA | Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks | |
| M.Sc | Bachelor's degree in Science (B.Sc) with a minimum of 50% marks | |
| M.Com | B.Com with a minimum of 50% marks | |
| M.Ed | B.Ed with a minimum of 50% marks |