Murshidabad University is a public state university located in Berhampore, Murshidabad, West Bengal. Established in 2018 (functioning since 2021), it evolved from the historic Krishnath College (founded 1853), and now operates as a full-fledged university under the West Bengal Act 18 of 2018. The university is UGC approved and accredited by NAAC. With 18+ academic departments spanning Science, Arts, and Law, Murshidabad University serves students from Murshidabad and neighboring districts. The campus offers postgraduate programs such as M.A., M.Sc., and LL.M, and has begun implementing the four-year undergraduate degree as per NEP 2020 guidelines.
Murshidabad University Highlights
Murshidabad University began operations as a university in 2021, upgrading the legacy of Krishnath College. The campus is located in the heart of Murshidabad district, with a student strength of ~2,500+ (2024) and a faculty team transitioning from Krishnath College. The university is UGC recognized, NAAC accredited, and offers flagship postgraduate programs in Science, Humanities, and Law. Admissions are based on merit and university entrance exams for select courses.
Particulars | Details |
Established | 2018 (University Act), functioning since 2021 |
Type | State University |
Approvals/Accreditations | UGC, NAAC |
Location | Murshidabad |
Student Intake / Strength | ~2,500+ |
Faculty | ~80+ (including guest/transitioning staff) |
Flagship Program & Fees | M.A./M.Sc. (2 years), INR 8,000–12,000 total |
Entrance Exams | University Entrance / Merit |
Official Website |
Murshidabad University Rankings
Murshidabad University is a newly established institution and does not yet feature in national rankings such as NIRF, QS, India Today, or The Week as of 2024. The university is building its profile for future participation in these rankings.
Murshidabad University Courses & Fees
Murshidabad University offers postgraduate degrees in Arts, Science, and Law across 18+ departments, including History, Botany, Sanskrit, Mathematics, Physics, Political Science, Sericulture, Geography, Arabic, English, Philosophy, and Chemistry. The university has introduced the four-year undergraduate program in line with NEP 2020. Fees are highly subsidized, reflecting its public status.
Program | Level | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
M.A. (History, English, Sanskrit, etc.) | Postgraduate | 2 years | Graduation in relevant subject | INR 8,000–10,000 |
M.Sc. (Botany, Physics, Chemistry, etc.) | Postgraduate | 2 years | B.Sc. in relevant discipline | INR 10,000–12,000 |
LL.M. | Postgraduate | 2 years | LL.B. degree | INR 10,000–12,000 |
B.A./B.Sc./B.Com. (from 2024) | Undergraduate | 4 years | 10+2 (as per NEP 2020) | INR 12,000–16,000 |
Murshidabad University Admission Process
Admissions to Murshidabad University are conducted annually, typically between June–August. Applications are accepted online via the university portal. Selection is primarily merit-based, with entrance exams for select programs. The process includes document verification and, for some courses, interviews or written tests.
Application Window: June–August (annually)
Entrance Exams (if any): University Entrance Test (select PG/LL.M. programs)
Selection Stages (GD/PI/WAT/etc.): Merit list, Document Verification, Interview (where applicable)
Step | Details | Indicative Timeline | Documents |
Online Application | Submit via university portal | June–July | Mark sheets, ID proof, photo |
Entrance Exam / Merit List | For select PG/LL.M. programs | July–August | Admit card, relevant certificates |
Document Verification | Physical/online verification | August | Originals of all academic documents |
Admission Confirmation | Fee payment & enrollment | August | Fee receipt, admission letter |
Murshidabad University Scholarships
Murshidabad University supports students through government and institutional scholarships. These include merit-based, need-based, and reserved category scholarships, as well as support for minority and economically weaker section students.
Scholarship | Eligibility | Benefit | How to Apply |
West Bengal Government Merit Scholarship | High academic performance | INR 8,000–12,000 per year | Apply via university/official state portal |
Kanyashree (for girls) | Female students, age & income criteria | INR 25,000 one-time grant | Apply via university/West Bengal portal |
SC/ST/OBC Scholarships | Reserved category students | Fee waiver/maintenance allowance | Apply via university/state portal |
Minority Scholarships | Minority community students | INR 8,000–10,000 per year | Apply via university/state portal |
Murshidabad University Campus & Facilities
The Murshidabad University campus, inherited from Krishnath College, features a blend of historic and modern infrastructure. Facilities include a central library with digital access, multiple science labs, seminar halls, and sports grounds. Hostel accommodation is available for both male and female students, with dining and recreational amenities. The campus is well-connected to Berhampore town and public transport hubs.
Library / Digital Resources: Central library with digital section, 80,000+ volumes
Labs / Research Centres / Special Equipment: Science labs, research facilities in Botany, Chemistry, Physics
Classrooms / Seminar Halls / Auditoriums: 30+ classrooms, 3 seminar halls, 1 main auditorium
Hostel / Dining: Separate hostels for boys & girls, mess facilities
Sports / Gym / Grounds: Cricket, football grounds, indoor gym
Connectivity / Transport: Located in Berhampore, accessible via road and rail
Murshidabad University Placements
Murshidabad University is in the early stages of developing its placement cell. Most students pursue higher studies, teaching, or government jobs. The university is building industry linkages, with some PG students securing positions in schools, colleges, and regional organizations. Placement data is limited for 2023–2024.
Year | Highest Package | Average Package | Median Package | Top Recruiters |
2024 | INR 4–5 LPA | INR 2–3 LPA | INR 2.5 LPA | Schools, Colleges, Regional NGOs |
Murshidabad University Notable Alumni
As Murshidabad University was upgraded from Krishnath College, its alumni network includes distinguished personalities from academia, government, and public service. Notable alumni are primarily from the legacy Krishnath College era.
Name | Role / Achievement |
Atul Chandra Gupta | Former Chief Justice, Calcutta High Court |
Dr. Nihar Ranjan Ray | Renowned Historian |
Dr. Satyendra Nath Bose | Physicist, Bose–Einstein statistics (studied at Krishnath College) |


