Brainware University fees for 2026 range from INR 1.09 Lakhs for MA to INR 6.91 Lakhs for BSc Nursing. Brainware University BTech CSE fees is INR 5.80 Lakhs for the complete 4-year duration, as it is the university's flagship course. MBA fees stand at INR 5.10 Lakhs for 2 years.
Brainware University, Barasat, Kolkata, offers 70+ programmes across Engineering, Management, Law, Health Sciences, Agriculture, Media, and Humanities. Barasat Brainware University fee structures for all UG, PG, Diploma, and Lateral Entry programmes for 2026 are listed below.
| Course | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| BTech | 4 Years | INR 5.60 Lakhs- INR 5.80 Lakhs |
| BSc (Hons) Agriculture | 4 Years | INR 4.60 Lakhs |
| BCA (Hons) | 4 Years | INR 4.83 Lakhs |
| BBA (Hons) | 4 Years | INR 4.73 Lakhs |
| BPharma | 4 years | INR 7.29 Lakhs |
| BMLT | 3 Years + 1 Year Internship | INR 4.29 Lakhs |
| MBA | 2 Years | INR 5.10 Lakhs |
| MA | 2 Years | INR 1.09 Lakhs |
| MTech | 2 Years | INR 2.90 Lakhs |
| BSc Nursing | 4 Years | INR 6.91 Lakhs |
| Diploma | 3 Years | INR 1.62 – 1.82 Lakhs |
Source: Brainware University Official Fee Structure 2026-27
Brainware University's fee structure for 2026-27 covers tuition fees paid annually or semester-wise, with a one-time registration/seat booking fee of INR 5,000 (adjusted against programme fees). The university does not charge separate examination fees or development fees beyond the quoted total. Fees are consistent within each specialisation group and differ primarily by school and level.
Brainware University UG fees start at INR 2,17,600 for the 4-year Honours programme. BBA programmes range from INR 4,72,600 to INR 4,92,600 depending on specialisation. Brainware University BCom (Hons) is one of the most budget-friendly options at INR 2,92,600 total.
| Course | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| BTech | 4 Years | INR 5,59,600-INR 5,79,600 |
| BSc (Hons) | 4 Years | INR 2,94,600-INR 5,17,600 |
| BCA (Hons) | 4 Years | INR 4,82,600 |
| BCA (Hons) in Mobile App & Web Technologies | 4 Years | INR 4,98,600 |
| BBA (Hons) | 4 Years | INR 4,72,600 |
| BBA (Hons) in Business Analytics | 4 Years | INR 4,87,600 |
| BBA (Hons) in Digital Marketing | 4 Years | INR 4,72,600 |
| BBA (Hons) in Hospital Management | 4 Years | INR 4,92,600 |
| BCom (Hons) in Accounts, Finance & Banking | 4 Years | INR 2,92,600 |
| BA (Hons) English | 4 Years | INR 2,17,600 |
| BBA + LLB | 5 Years | INR 5,77,000 |
| BA + LLB | 5 Years | INR 5,77,000 |
| LLB | 3 Years | INR 3,55,200 |
Brainware University MTech fees are INR 2,89,800 for all 4 specialisations. MSc fees range from INR 1,09,800 (MA English) to INR 3,69,800 (MSc Animation & Multimedia). MBA is the most expensive PG programme at INR 5,09,800 for 2 years.
| Course | Total Fees (2 Years) |
|---|---|
| MTech CSE in AI & Machine Learning | INR 2,89,800 |
| MTech CSE in Data Science | INR 2,89,800 |
| MTech Robotics & Automation | INR 2,89,800 |
| MTech CSE (Core) | INR 2,89,800 |
| MSc Biotechnology | INR 2,29,800 |
| MSc Bioinformatics | INR 2,29,800 |
| MSc Advanced Networking & Cyber Security | INR 2,69,800 |
| MSc Media Science & Journalism | INR 2,49,800 |
| MSc Animation & Multimedia | INR 3,69,800 |
| MSc Mathematics | INR 1,29,800 |
| MSc Nutrition & Dietetics | INR 2,09,800 |
| MSc Agriculture – Agronomy | INR 2,19,800 |
| MSc Agriculture – Horticulture | INR 2,19,800 |
| MSc Applied Psychology | INR 1,49,800 |
| Master of Medical Laboratory Science | INR 2,59,800 |
| Master of Optometry | INR 2,59,800 |
| MCA | INR 2,99,800 |
| MBA | INR 5,09,800 |
| LLM | INR 2,39,800 |
| MA English | INR 1,09,800 |
| MCom – Banking & Financial Accounting | INR 1,39,800 |
Source: Brainware University Official Fee Structure 2026-27
Brainware University BTech fees for 2026 is INR 5,79,600 for the 4-year duration. This amount is uniform across all CSE specialisations, like AI & ML, Data Science & AI, AI & Robotics, Core CSE, and Cyber Security. Students can switch between specialisations without any fee difference.
BTech Biotechnology students pay INR 5,59,600, INR 20,000 less than the CSE programmes. Lateral Entry BTech students (after Diploma) pay a total of INR 2,56,200 for 3 years, which is INR 85,400 per year.
Course | Total Fees (4 Years) |
|---|---|
BTech CSE in AI & Machine Learning | INR 5,79,600 |
BTech CSE in Data Science & AI | INR 5,79,600 |
BTech CSE in AI & Robotics | INR 5,79,600 |
BTech CSE (Core) | INR 5,79,600 |
BTech CSE in Cyber Security | INR 5,79,600 |
BTech Biotechnology | INR 5,59,600 |
Source: Brainware University Official Fee Structure 2026-27
Brainware University BSc (Hons) fees range from INR 2,17,600 (BA Hons English) to INR 6,91,000 (BSc Nursing) for the full programme duration. BSc Nursing has the highest fee of INR 6,91,000, across all the UG courses offered at the campus due to its clinical training requirements and mandatory on-campus residency.
Course | Total Fees (4 Years) |
BSc (Hons) Agriculture | INR 4,59,600 |
BSc (Hons) Biotechnology | INR 4,55,600 |
BSc (Hons) Food, Nutrition & Dietetics | INR 3,84,600 |
BSc (Hons) Advanced Networking & Cyber Security | INR 4,07,600 |
BSc (Hons) Media Science & Journalism | INR 3,89,100 |
BSc (Hons) Animation & Multimedia | INR 5,07,600 |
BSc (Hons) Animation, VFX & Gaming | INR 5,17,600 |
BSc (Hons) Psychology | INR 2,94,600 |
BSc Nursing | INR 6,91,000 |
Source: Brainware University Official Fee Structure 2026-27
Brainware University MBA fees 2026 is INR 5,09,800 for the 2-year programme. The annual Brainware University course fee comes to INR 2,54,900 per year. Both MBA specialisations — General MBA and MBA in Healthcare & Hospital Management cost the same. Brainware University admission to the MBA is based on CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, or WBJEMAT scores.
Fee Component | Amount |
|---|---|
Annual Fees (per year) | INR 2,54,900 |
Total Fees for 2 Years | INR 5,09,800 |
Specialisations | General MBA & MBA in Healthcare & Hospital Management |
Brainware University Kolkata's Allied Health Sciences programmes include internship periods. Allied Health Sciences course fees are between INR 4,29,200 and INR 7,29,600, which cover the full academic programme but not internship living costs. All amounts below are for the complete duration, including internship years.
| Course | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| BPharma | 4 years | INR 7,29,600 |
| Bachelor of Optometry | 4 Years + 1 Year Internship | INR 4,57,200 |
| Bachelor of Physiotherapy | 4 Years + 1 Year Internship | INR 4,57,200 |
| Bachelor of Physician Associate | 3 Years + 1 Year Internship | INR 4,29,200 |
| Bachelor's in Anaesthesia & OT Technology | 3 Years + 1 Year Internship | INR 4,29,200 |
| BSc in Critical Care Technology | 3 Years + 1 Year Internship | INR 4,29,200 |
| BMLT | 3 Years + 1 Year Internship | INR 4,29,200 |
| Bachelor's in Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology | 3 Years + 1 Year Internship | INR 4,29,200 |
Diploma programmes at Brainware University are among the most affordable, starting at INR 1,34,800 for Lateral Entry diplomas. The GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) Diploma is an exception at INR 5,01,000 for 3 years due to clinical training requirements.
Course | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
Diploma CSE | 3 Years | INR 1,82,200 |
Diploma in Electrical Engineering | 3 Years | INR 1,62,200 |
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | 3 Years | INR 1,62,200 |
Diploma Medical Lab Science | 2 Years + 6 Months Internship | INR 1,39,800 |
3 Years | INR 5,01,000 |
Source: Brainware University Official Fee Structure 2026-27
Brainware University Lateral Entry (LE) students, those joining BTech after a Diploma or BSc, pay lower total fees since they complete the programme in 3 years instead of 4 years. Brainware University BTech CSE lateral entry costs INR 2,56,200 total for all specialisations. Below is the list of all those courses and their fees, which offer lateral entry.
| Course | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| BTech CSE AI/ML | 3 Years | INR 2,56,200 |
| BTech CSE Data Science | 3 Years | INR 2,56,200 |
| BTech CSE | 3 Years | INR 2,56,200 |
| BTech CSE AI & Robotics | 3 Years | INR 2,56,200 |
| BTech CSE Cyber Security | 3 Years | INR 2,56,200 |
| BTech Biotechnology | 3 Years | INR 2,56,200 |
| BTech Mechanical Engineering | 3 Years | INR 2,26,000 |
| BTech Electrical Engineering | 3 Years | INR 2,26,000 |
| BOptometry | 2 Years + 1 Year Internship | INR 2,39,800 |
| BPhysiotherapy | 3 Years + 6 Months Internship | INR 2,69,200 |
| BSc OT Technology | 2 Years + 1 Year Internship | INR 2,34,800 |
| BSc Critical Care Technology | 2 Years + 1 Year Internship | INR 2,34,800 |
| BPharma | 3 years | INR 4,96,200 |
| Diploma CSE | 2 Years | INR 1,34,800 |
| Diploma EE | 2 Years | INR 1,34,800 |
| Diploma ME | 2 Years | INR 1,34,800 |
Brainware University hostel fees for 2026 range from INR 10,000 to INR 15,000 per month, depending on room type. The campus has 4 hostels, 2 for boys and 2 for girls, all located within the Barasat campus. BSc Nursing and GNM students must stay on campus; for all other programmes, hostel accommodation is optional.
Hostel fees at Brainware University include food (mess) and lodging. Fees are payable quarterly (3 months in advance). All rooms are non-AC. Boys' rooms are available in single, double, and four-bed sharing configurations; girls' rooms are four-bed and five-bed options.
Room Type | Monthly Charges | Annual Fees |
|---|---|---|
Single Room | INR 15,000/month | INR 1,80,000 |
Double Sharing (2-Bed) | INR 12,000/month | INR 1,44,000 |
Four-Bed Sharing | INR 10,000/month | INR 1,20,000 |
One-Time Caution Deposit (Refundable) | INR 10,000 | — |
Non-Refundable Joining Fees | INR 10,000 | — |
Source: Brainware University Hostel Rules 2025-26,
Note: Hostel fees above are as reported and subject to revision. Confirm current charges directly with the university's Hostel Department at 033 6901 0593 (Boys) or 033 6901 0594 (Girls).
Key hostel rules to note:
| Course Name | Fees | Eligibility |
| B.Tech. (Bachelor of Technology) | ₹75,333 - 1,44,900 | 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 or equivalent examination, Passed Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects in 10+2 or equivalent examination |
| M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) | ₹2,54,900 | Bachelor's degree, minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 |
| B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) | ₹73,650 - 1,72,750 | 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board |
| B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) | ₹54,400 - 55,066 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| B.B.A. (Bachelor of Business Administration) | ₹1,18,150 - 1,29,067 | 50% marks in Class 12 |
| B.C.A. (Bachelor of Computer Applications) | ₹1,20,650 - 1,31,400 | 50% in 10+2 or equivalent, studied Mathematics in 10+2 or equivalent |
| B.Com. (Bachelor of Commerce) | ₹73,150 - 1,29,400 | 10+2 or equivalent examination, minimum 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized board |
| LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws) | ₹80,533 - 1,18,400 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, minimum 50% aggregate marks |
| Bachelor of Science(Hons.) | ₹1,13,900 | Candidate must have completed 10+2 (Class 12) from a recognized board with Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology as subjects).A minimum of 50% marks |
| Diploma | ₹50,733 - 69,900 | 10+2 or equivalent qualification from a recognized board or university |
| M.Sc. (Master of Science) | ₹64,900 - 1,84,900 | Bachelor's degree in a related field, minimum GPA of 3.0 |
| M.A. (Master of Arts) | ₹54,900 | Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 |
| M.Tech. (Master of Technology) | ₹1,29,900 - 1,44,900 | Bachelor's degree in a related field, minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA, valid score in GATE or any other equivalent entrance exam |
| M.Com. (Master of Commerce) | ₹69,900 | Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com.) from a recognized university. A minimum of 50% marks |
| M.C.A. (Master of Computer Applications) | ₹1,49,900 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum 50% marks in aggregate, Studied Mathematics in 10+2 or at the graduation level |
| G.N.M. (General Nursing and Midwifery) | ₹1,67,000 | 10+2 with a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate, English as a subject in 10+2 |
| B.A. + LL.B. | ₹1,15,400 | 50% marks in 10+2 or equivalent examination, valid score in entrance examination |
| LL.M. (Master of Law) | ₹1,19,900 | Bachelor's degree in Law or a related field, Minimum 50% aggregate marks, Valid score in entrance exam |
| B.P.T. (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) | ₹89,733 - 99,755 | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, minimum 50% marks in aggregate |
| B.B.A. + LL.B. | ₹1,15,400 | 45% marks in XII standard, 40% marks for SC/ST candidates, 42% marks for Other Backward Classes candidates |
| B.Tech. + M.B.A. | ₹85,400 | Candidate must have completed 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognized board.Required Subjects Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).English must be a compulsory subject..A minimum of 50% marks |
| B.Optom. (Bachelor of Optometry) | ₹1,14,300 | 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 or equivalent examination, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics as compulsory subjects |
Brainware University fee payment is fully online through NEFT, IMPS, or UPI. There is no demand draft or physical payment requirement. Students seat-book with INR 5,000 (adjustable against first-semester fees) and complete the remaining payment after document verification.
Step-by-step Brainware University fee payment process:
For queries: Call 70031 62601 (Admissions) or email info@brainwareuniversity.ac.in. Seat booking closes once seats are filled. Applying early is advisable, especially for BSc Nursing and BTech CSE AI/ML programmes.
Brainware University's refund policy follows UGC guidelines. Students who withdraw before or shortly after the last date of admission are entitled to significant refunds. Application fees, wherever applicable, are non-refundable under all circumstances.
To initiate a refund, submit an Admission Withdrawal Letter to the Admission Department or Dean of Students' Welfare, then to the Registrar's Office. The refund timeline and amount are calculated from the officially notified last date of admission, not the date of original payment.
When Notice of Withdrawal is Received | Refund % |
|---|---|
15 days or more BEFORE the last date of admission | 100% |
Less than 15 days BEFORE the last date of admission | 90% |
15 days or less AFTER the last date of admission | 80% |
30 days or less, but more than 15 days AFTER last date | 50% |
More than 30 days AFTER the last date of admission | 0% |
Source: Brainware University Refund Rules (Official PDF, brainwareuniversity.ac.in/download/RefundRules.pdf)
Comparing Brainware University with similar private universities in Kolkata helps students benchmark the fee investment. The table below covers BTech, MBA, and BSc fees for leading comparable institutions.
University | BTech CSE (4 Years) | MBA (2 Years) | BSc (Hons) (4 Years) | Hostel / Year |
Brainware University | INR 5.80 Lakhs | INR 5.10 Lakhs | INR 2.18–5.18 Lakhs | INR 1.20–1.80 Lakhs |
INR 5.20–6.00 Lakhs | INR 3.60–4.20 Lakhs | INR 2.50–3.60 Lakhs | - | |
INR 4.80–5.60 Lakhs | INR 3.00–4.00 Lakhs | INR 2.00–3.20 Lakhs | INR 80,000–1.20 Lakhs | |
INR 5.00–5.50 Lakhs | INR 4.00–4.50 Lakhs | INR 2.40–3.60 Lakhs | - | |
INR 5.20–6.00 Lakhs | INR 4.00–5.00 Lakhs | INR 2.50–4.00 Lakhs | INR 1.00–1.50 Lakhs |
Source: Official websites of respective institutions; comparison data cross-verified (2025-26). Verify current rates from each institution.