Can I get direct admission at Calcutta University?
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No, depending on the programme a candidate wishes to apply for; the admission process varies. Admission to the majority of Calcutta University courses is determined by either merit or an entrance exam. BSc, BA, and BCom admission process is merit-based. Meanwhile, BTech and MBA programs use WBJEE, CAT, MAT, and other exams. 60% of the seats are held for CU applicants by the institution, with the remaining 40% remaining available for admission to candidates other than CU who pass an entrance exam.
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Although it depends on the course and programme you are enrolling for, straight admission to Calcutta University is possible. Merit-based undergraduate admissions usually take into account your results on qualifying exams, such as the Class 12 test. Calcutta University administers entrance tests for various postgraduate programs, and only candidates from connected colleges or those who fulfil certain requirements set by the university may be eligible for direct admission. Students in the reserved group could also be subject to different eligibility requirements. Checking the program's specific needs is crucial because every department
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No, for most courses in Calcutta University, the rules for admission are either by merit or an entrance examination, whichever the programme the candidate is seeking to apply for. WBJEE, CAT, MAT Exams, etc., in BTech and MBA, while BSc, BA, and BCom require merit. The university keeps 60% of the seats reserved for CU aspirants, while the rest 40% is kept open in which the admission will be granted on account of an entrance examination from aspirants other than those of CU.
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The Calcutta University MAT Cutoff 2025 was released for admission to the MBA in Human Resource Management and MBA in Public Systems programme. The Calcutta University MBA Cutoff 2025 for the MBA in Human Resource Management was 70 for the Gender-Neutral category candidates under the All India quota.
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The provision of direct admissions for BA courses at the University of Calcutta is not applicable. To get admissions into BA courses, applicants are required to complete the basic eligibility requirements and go through a selection process. However, the admission requirements and provision of direct admission can be different at affiliated colleges and institutions. For that, applicants must visit the official website of the particular institute.
Yes, Calcutta University does offer BA courses as general and honours courses for the duration of three years, divided into six semesters. The university offers BA courses through the affiliated colleges and its campus. To get admission into the courses, applicants are required to complete their Class 12 with relevant subjects.
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