Top Private Arts & Humanities Colleges in West Bengal 2026

Updated on - Jul 14, 2025 09:38 PM IST

There are total 427 Arts and Humanities colleges in West Bengal. Out of the total, 161 Arts and Humanities colleges are private and 115 Arts and Humanities are owned by the government.CBSE 12th, MPBSE 12th, WBCHSE, Adamas AUAT, CU (Calcutta University) Entrance Exam are accepted for admission in Arts and Humanities colleges in India. Top 10 Arts and Humanities colleges are IIT Kharagpur, Jadavpur University, University of Calcutta, International Institute of Hotel Management, Kolkata, NSHM Durgapur, Sister Nivedita University, Brainware University, St. Xavier's College, Kolkata, Adamas University, Swami Vivekananda University.

Arts and Humanities College Highlights in West Bengal

Total Number of colleges	427
Accepted Entrance Exams	CBSE 12th, MPBSE 12th, WBCHSE, Adamas AUAT, CU (Calcutta University) Entrance Exam
Average Fees	₹ 10.9 K

No. of Arts and Humanities Colleges in nearby West Bengal

State	Number of Colleges	Average Fees
Assam	283	₹ 30592
Bihar	248	₹ 43402
Delhi	134	₹ 4639572
Jharkhand	110	₹ 62006
Odisha	363	₹ 48833

Top Govt Arts and Humanities Colleges in West Bengal

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
IIT Kharagpur	-	-
Vivekananda Mahavidyalaya	535	-
Gour Mahavidyalaya	-	-
Mahadevananda Mahavidyalaya	360	-
Lady Brabourne College	793	₹ 5848
Deshbandhu Mahavidyalaya	-	-
Sammilani Mahavidyalaya	-	-
Acharya Prafulla Chandra Roy Government College	-	-
Chatra Ramai Pandit Mahavidyalaya	-	-
Sonda Degree College	-	-

Top Private Arts and Humanities Colleges in West Bengal

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
International Institute of Hotel Management, Kolkata	-	₹ 65000
NSHM Durgapur	-	₹ 137500
Sister Nivedita University	-	₹ 80521
St. Xavier's College, Kolkata	-	₹ 20104
Adamas University	347	₹ 78363
Swami Vivekananda University	-	₹ 59687
Shri Shikshayatan College	-	₹ 83213
Sivanath Sastri College	-	-
Raja Birendra Chandra College	978	₹ 2978
Techno India University	-	-

Showing 166 Private Arts & Humanities Colleges in West Bengal

Bijoy Krishna Girls' College

4.2
(14 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

2,190 - 7,920 Arts
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Bijoy Krishna Girls' College is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1947. Bijoy Krishna Girls' College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, B.Ed in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 38+ students

Kandi Raj college

Murshidabad, West Bengal
Private
Other

WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Kandi Raj college is a Private Institute located in Murshidabad, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1950. Kandi Raj college offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 44+ students

The Neotia University

4.3
(92 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+5 SIRO , Bar Council of India , PCI , DGS , ISO

44,750 Arts
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JEE Main Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , WBJEE JELET , CBSE 10th , NEET PG , WBJEE , NEET

The Neotia University specialties

Region : Strategic Maritime & Industrial Corridor: Located on Diamond Harbour Road, providing strategic proximity to the Haldia Port and Kolkata industrial hubs. Ideal location for Marine Engineering and Logistics students due to its accessibility to major shipping channels.

Rankings : Recognized Excellence: Awarded 'Best Upcoming University in India' by various educational bodies and recognized by UGC. Consistently ranked among the top private universities in West Bengal for infrastructure and placement readiness.

Fees : Mid-Range Investment: Rs 4.5 - 12.0 L (Total Tuition Fees depending on course). Marine Engineering and B.Sc Agriculture represent the higher and mid-tier fee brackets respectively.

ROI : Value for Money: Strong ROI for specialized sectors like Maritime and Nursing where industry demand is high. Extensive scholarship schemes based on merit and socio-economic backgrounds to offset costs.

Flagship Courses : Marine Engineering & Agriculture: B.Tech in Marine Engineering is DGS approved with mandatory residential training. B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture follows a robust curriculum aligned with ICAR standards.

Placements : Sector-Specific Placements: Dedicated Training & Placement Cell focusing on core engineering, maritime, and hospitality sectors. Strong track record in placing students in leading IT firms and manufacturing units.

Internships : Industry-Embedded Internships: Mandatory internships with partners like Ambuja Neotia Group, Adani Wilmar, and various shipping lines. Practical training tie-ups with hospitals for Nursing and Pharmacy students.

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global & Industrial Alliances: Academic collaborations with international universities for faculty and student exchange. Knowledge partnerships with industry leaders like Microsoft and Oracle for specialized certifications.

Hostel : Modern Residential Comforts: Comprehensive on-campus housing with options for AC and Non-AC rooms. Rare feature: Dedicated residential blocks with high-speed Wi-Fi, gymnasiums, and 24/7 medical assistance.

Infrastructure : 50-Acre Green Campus: Sprawling 50-acre eco-friendly campus with scenic beauty and modern architectural design. Features specialized labs including a Ship-in-Campus for maritime students and experimental farms for agriculture.

Shortlisted by 88799+ students

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Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri College is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1965. Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 64+ students

Kaliyaganj College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Dinajpur, West Bengal
Private
NAAC

4,500 - 5,000 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Kaliyaganj College is a Private Institute located in Dinajpur, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1968. Kaliyaganj College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 18+ students

Pakuahat Degree College

Malda, West Bengal
Private
UGC

Pakuahat Degree College is a Private Institute located in Malda, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1997. Pakuahat Degree College offers Regular courses such as BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 20+ students

Seacom Skills University

3.9
(9 Reviews)
Birbhum, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+4 AICTE , BCI , PCI , AIU

30,000 - 2,00,000 Arts
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 Common Entrance Test for M.F.A. , GMAT , NET (NET) for Fine Arts , WBJEE , CLAT , SEACOM

Seacom Skills University specialties

Region : Strategic Cultural & Educational Hub - Located in Bolpur, Shantiniketan, providing a serene and intellectually stimulating environment - Proximity to the industrial belts of Durgapur and Asansol facilitates industry-academia interaction

Rankings : Recognized Skill University - Established under the West Bengal Unitary University Act, 2014 - Recognized by UGC under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956

Fees : Affordable Skill Education - Rs 1.5 - 4.5 L (Total) - Competitive fee structure designed to make professional education accessible to rural and semi-urban students

ROI : Value for Money - High return on investment through skill-centric curriculum and affordable tuition - Focus on immediate employability through National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) alignment

Flagship Courses : B.Pharm & B.Tech (CSE) - Pharmacy programs approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) - Engineering courses focused on emerging technologies and practical lab-based learning

Specializations : Vocational & Skill Integration - Curriculum integrated with vocational training modules to enhance job readiness - Specialized labs for hands-on training in Agriculture, Engineering, and Marine studies

Placements : Industry-Ready Workforce - Dedicated Training and Placement Cell focusing on IT, Manufacturing, and Healthcare sectors - Regular campus recruitment drives featuring regional and national engineering firms

Internships : Mandatory Industry Exposure - Compulsory internships integrated into the final years of technical programs - Collaborations with local industries for practical field training in Agriculture and Engineering

Hostel : Comprehensive Residential Facilities - Separate in-campus hostels for boys and girls with 24/7 security - Modern amenities including common rooms, mess facilities, and recreational areas

Infrastructure : 50-Acre Green Campus - Expansive 50-acre campus featuring scenic beauty and modern academic blocks - Spacious sports grounds and dedicated zones for extracurricular activities

Shortlisted by 15533+ students

St. Paul s Cathedral Mission College

4.2
(6 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

6,765 - 7,655 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

St. Paul s Cathedral Mission College is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1865. St. Paul s Cathedral Mission College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 29+ students

Prabhu Jagatbandhu College

4.1
(9 Reviews)
Howrah, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Prabhu Jagatbandhu College is a Private Institute located in Howrah, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1964. Prabhu Jagatbandhu College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 291+ students

Khudiram Bose Central College

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NAAC

WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Khudiram Bose Central College is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1894. Khudiram Bose Central College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 109+ students

Nabagram Hiralal Paul College

3.5
(2 Reviews)
Hooghly, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Nabagram Hiralal Paul College is a Private Institute located in Hooghly, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1957. Nabagram Hiralal Paul College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 38+ students

Raiganj Surendranath Mahavidyalaya

4.0
(4 Reviews)
Dinajpur, West Bengal
Private
NAAC

3,605 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Raiganj Surendranath Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Dinajpur, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1986. Raiganj Surendranath Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 45+ students

Naba Ballygunge Mahavidyalaya

4.4
(8 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NAAC

3,410 - 9,300 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Naba Ballygunge Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1985. Naba Ballygunge Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BA, B.Com, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 205+ students

Netaji Nagar Day College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Netaji Nagar Day College is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1967. Netaji Nagar Day College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, Diploma, M.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 82+ students

Sree Chaitanya College

Haldia, West Bengal
Private
NAAC

WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Sree Chaitanya College is a Private Institute located in Haldia, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1956. Sree Chaitanya College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 35+ students

Dr. Meghnad Saha College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Uttar Dinajpur, West Bengal
Private
Other

3,740 - 5,080 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Dr. Meghnad Saha College is a Private Institute located in Uttar Dinajpur, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2000. Dr. Meghnad Saha College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7+ students

Sir Gurudas Mahavidyalaya

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NAAC

4,130 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Sir Gurudas Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1968. Sir Gurudas Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 14+ students

Kingston Educational Institute

4.1
(34 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
AICTE
...+2 MHRD , NCTE

15,000 - 37,000 Arts
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Kingston Educational Institute is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2004. Kingston Educational Institute offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1099+ students

Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management

3.8
(5 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private

54,000 - 1,66,000 Arts
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MAT Exams
...+4 CMAT , GMAT , CAT , XAT

Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management specialties

Rankings : Top National & Regional Rankings - NIRF 2025: #71 in Management nationally - Times B-School 2025: #1

Fees : High Fees - Rs13-15 L (Total) for MBA

ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Average package Rs9.2 LPA (NIRF 2024) - Cost recovered within 1-2 y

Flagship Courses : Flagship MBA Programs - Master of Business Administration (MBA) - MBA in Digital Transformation

Specializations : Diverse Industry-Focused Specializations - Marketing, Finance, Business Analytics - Digital Transfor

Placements : Strong Corporate Placements - Fortune 500 companies recruit - Consulting, IT, BFSI, Manufacturing se

Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruiters - Consulting (Deloitte, KPMG, PwC) - IT (Amazon, Wipro, TCS, Infosys)

Diversity : Global Student Community - Students from diverse nationalities - Rich cross-cultural learning enviro

Internships : Prestigious Internship Opportunities - Internships at Amazon, American Express - Live projects with

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Extensive International Collaborations - 50+ global university partners - Semester exchange, dual de

Alumni : Vast Global Alumni Network - 32,000+ alumni worldwide - Leaders in consulting, finance, entrepreneur

Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Sessions - Regular talks by corporate leaders - Insights from C-level executives

Shortlisted by 265+ students

Muralidhar Girls' College

3.7
(3 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Muralidhar Girls' College is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1940. Muralidhar Girls' College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 20+ students

Khalisani Mahavidyalaya

Hooghly, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

4,140 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Khalisani Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Hooghly, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1970. Khalisani Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 16+ students

Mathabhanga College

3.0
(3 Reviews)
Coochbehar, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

1,635 - 2,880 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Mathabhanga College is a Private Institute located in Coochbehar, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1969. Mathabhanga College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 17+ students

Mankar College

5.0
(3 Reviews)
Burdwan, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,076 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Mankar College is a Private Institute located in Burdwan, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1987. Mankar College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 38+ students

Narajole Raj College

Ghatal, West Bengal
Private

WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Narajole Raj College is a Private Institute located in Ghatal, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1966. Narajole Raj College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 15+ students

Maheshtala College

3.0
(1 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NAAC

1,955 - 2,495 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Maheshtala College is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1971. Maheshtala College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 67+ students

Kidderpore College

Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

5,400 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Kidderpore College is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1966. Kidderpore College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 26+ students

Mrinalini Datta Mahavidyapith

2.0
(1 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

9,333 - 14,000 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Mrinalini Datta Mahavidyapith is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1964. Mrinalini Datta Mahavidyapith offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5+ students

Netaji subhas mahavidyalaya

Haldia, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

2,000 - 4,000 Arts
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Netaji subhas mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Haldia, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1985. Netaji subhas mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 12+ students

Nagar College

Murshidabad, West Bengal
Private
UGC

WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Nagar College is a Private Institute located in Murshidabad, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1998. Nagar College offers Regular courses such as BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 26+ students

Khandra College

Burdwan, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,770 Arts
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WBCHSE Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Khandra College is a Private Institute located in Burdwan, West Bengal. It was established in the year 1981. Khandra College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 39+ students

Top Private Arts & Humanities Colleges in West Bengal 2026

Arts and Humanities College Highlights in West Bengal

No. of Arts and Humanities Colleges in nearby West Bengal

Top Govt Arts and Humanities Colleges in West Bengal

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Showing 166 Private Arts & Humanities Colleges in West Bengal

2,190 - 7,920 Arts

WBCHSE Exams

44,750 Arts

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The Neotia University specialties

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4,500 - 5,000 Arts

WBCHSE Exams

30,000 - 2,00,000 Arts

CBSE 12th Exams

Seacom Skills University specialties

6,765 - 7,655 Arts

WBCHSE Exams

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WBCHSE Exams

3,605 Arts

WBCHSE Exams

3,410 - 9,300 Arts

WBCHSE Exams

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3,740 - 5,080 Arts

WBCHSE Exams

4,130 Arts

WBCHSE Exams

15,000 - 37,000 Arts

54,000 - 1,66,000 Arts

MAT Exams

Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management specialties

WBCHSE Exams

4,140 Arts

WBCHSE Exams

1,635 - 2,880 Arts

WBCHSE Exams

1,076 Arts

WBCHSE Exams

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1,955 - 2,495 Arts

WBCHSE Exams

5,400 Arts

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9,333 - 14,000 Arts

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2,000 - 4,000 Arts

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1,770 Arts

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