GATE 2026 registration is now open at gate2026.iitg.ac.in for admission to M.Tech and research programs. Candidates can submit their applications without a late fee until September 28, 2025, while the deadline with a late fee is October 9, 2025. The examination is scheduled to be conducted on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026, in two sessions.
The GATE 2026 registration has been postponed to August 28, 2025. Regular applications close on September 28, with late submissions accepted until October 9. Exams will be held on February 7, 8, 14, and 15, and results on March 19.
The GATE 2026 schedule is now available on gate2026.iitg.ac.in. Registration for GATE 2026 will begin on August 25 and will close on September 25 without a late fee, and on October 6 with a late fee. The exam is scheduled for February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026. The results will be announced on March 19, 2026.
West Bengal government has extended the UG admission deadline to August 5, 2025, following the Supreme Court’s approval of WBJEE admissions under the revised OBC list.
The University of Burdwan, established in 1960, is a leading public state university located in Bardhaman, West Bengal. The university spans 316.31 acres and operates across four main campuses: Rajbati, Golapbag, Technology, and Tarabag (dedicated to medical education). It is accredited with an 'A' grade by NAAC and holds recognition from the UGC, AICTE, and AIU.
Burdwan University is the second-largest state university in West Bengal and consists of 39 academic departments, 234 faculty members, and over 189 affiliated colleges stretching across Purba Bardhaman, Birbhum, and Hooghly. The total student population is around 6,340, including 313 undergraduate students, 5,328 postgraduates, and 699 doctoral candidates. The academic staff size in 2025 is listed as 227.
The university offers more than 30 undergraduate and 66 postgraduate courses, with over 100 program options including BA, BSc, BCom, BBA, BCA, BEd, LLB, BA LLB, MA, MSc, MBA, MCA, and PhD, as well as diploma and certificate programs across disciplines such as Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, Law, Engineering, and Education. It also houses the University Institute of Technology (UIT Burdwan) and a Distance Education Institute. For admissions, general UG and PG courses like BA, BSc, BCom, MA, and MSc are merit-based, while professional and technical programs require entrance exams: BTech (WBJEE, JEE Main), MBA (CAT, MAT, CMAT), MCA (MAH MCA CET), LLB (university or national tests). PhD admissions require the University’s PhD Entrance Test (PET) or UGC NET/JRF scores.
In national and international rankings, Burdwan University was ranked 36th among State Public Universities and placed within the 101-150 bracket in the University category by NIRF 2024. In the QS Asian University Rankings 2025 (Southern Asia), it ranked 125th, and ranked between 451-500 in the overall Asian University Rankings. In the latest QS Asian University Rankings (2025), it appears as high as 187th for Southern Asia in some listings.
Regarding placements, the Industry Institute Partnership Cell (IIPC) coordinates training, internships, and campus drives. Burdwan University placement rates for BTech and MBA students reached 70%. The highest package offered was INR 16 lakh per annum, while the median package was INR 2.43 lakh for two-year PG programs and INR 1.76 lakh for three-year UG programmes. Some of the Burdwan University top recruiters include TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, and HDFC Bank.
Particulars | Statistics |
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College Name | University of Burdwan |
Establishment Year | 1960 |
Campus Size | 316.31 acres |
Accredited by | NAAC (A Grade) |
Recognized by | UGC, AICTE, AIU |
Rankings (2024) | NIRF State Public University: 36, NIRF University: 101-150, QS Asian (Southern Asia): 125 |
Popular Courses | BA, BSc, BCom, BBA, BCA, BEd, LLB, BA LLB, MA, MSc, MBA, MCA, PhD |
Admission Criteria | Merit-based / Entrance-based (WBJEE, JEE Main, CAT, MAT, CMAT, MAH MCA CET, PET, UGC NET/JRF) |
Official Website | www.buruniv.ac.in |
Course Name | Fees | Eligibility |
B.Tech. (Bachelor of Technology) | ₹39,100 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Minimum aggregate of 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, Qualified in a national-level entrance examination such as JEE Main or WBJEE |
M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) | ₹15,930 - 40,000 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate of 50%, Valid score in CAT, MAT, or CMAT |
B.Com. (Bachelor of Commerce) | Bachelor's degree or equivalent, Minimum aggregate score of 50% (45% for reserved categories), English as a compulsory subject in qualifying examination | |
Diploma | ₹1,200 | Secondary education or its equivalent, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Relevant subjects studied in previous education, Relaxation in minimum percentage for SC/ST/OBC categories |
M.Sc. (Master of Science) | ₹2,400 - 19,910 | Bachelor's degree in relevant field, Minimum aggregate score of 55% or equivalent CGPA |
M.A. (Master of Arts) | ₹2,400 - 24,000 | Undergraduate degree in a relevant field, Minimum required marks may vary, Specific subject-related requirements |
M.Tech. (Master of Technology) | ₹7,660 | Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology, Minimum aggregate score of 60% or equivalent CGPA, Minimum aggregate score of 55% for SC/ST/OBC candidates, Qualify in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) examination |
Post Graduate Diploma | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university, minimum aggregate score as prescribed by the university, subject-specific requirements as prescribed by the university. | |
Certificate | ₹1,200 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Minimum aggregate score of 45% in qualifying examination |
M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy) | Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 55%, Qualified in a national-level eligibility test such as NET or GATE | |
B.A. + LL.B. | ₹3,600 | |
Masters | ₹40,000 - 62,500 | Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, minimum required percentage may vary, qualify entrance examination conducted by the university or any other national/state-level entrance test |
Burdwan University offers a wide range of programmes for admissions in 2025 at undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral levels. The admission process depends on the course and is a mix of merit-based and entrance exam-based selections. Most general UG and PG courses such as BA, BSc, BCom, MA, and MSc admit students based on their academic performance in previous qualifying exams, typically requiring a minimum of 45% marks in relevant subjects. For professional and technical courses like MBA, MTech, and LLB, entrance exams are mandatory. MBA admissions generally require scores from tests like MAT, CAT, or other university-specific exams, along with a minimum graduation percentage of around 50%. MTech candidates must qualify through GATE or a university-level entrance test and usually need a B.E. or B.Tech degree with at least 50% marks in a relevant specialization. LLB admissions involve university-level written examinations with eligibility based on graduation marks, typically around 45-50%.
The University Institute of Technology (UIT Burdwan), affiliated with the university, offers B.E. and M.E. programmes in seven engineering branches, including Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, and Electronics and Communication Engineering. Admission to these courses is based on entrance exams such as WBJEE or JEE Main and requires a minimum of 45% marks in 12th grade with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The table below lists Burdwan University courses and fees for all courses along with their eligibility criteria:
Course Name | Total Fees | Eligibility Criteria |
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BA (Hons.) | INR 3,060 - 9,180 | Class 12 with a minimum of 45% aggregate in relevant subjects (CBSE/ICSE/WBCHSE) |
BSc (Hons.) | INR 3,060 - 1,60,000 | Class 12 with a minimum of 45% aggregate in PCM/B subjects (CBSE/ICSE/WBCHSE) |
BCom | INR 3,060 - 9,180 | Class 12 with a minimum of 45% aggregate in relevant subjects |
BBA | INR 50,000 | Class 12 with a minimum of 45% aggregate in any stream |
BTech | INR 2,64,000 | Class 12 with a minimum of 45% aggregate in PCM (40% for reserved categories) and valid JEE Main/MHT CET score |
BCA | INR 1,11,000 | Class 12 with a minimum of 45% aggregate and Mathematics as a subject |
BEd | INR 50,000 | Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate or NCTE-recognized Teacher Education program |
MA | INR 8,000 - 60,000 | Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate |
MSc | INR 2,400 - 1,28,000 | Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate |
MBA | INR 47,500 | Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate and valid MAT/CAT/XAT/CMAT score |
Here are the steps of the Burdwan University Admission process 2025:
Event | Date |
CAT 2025 Exam Date | November 30, 2025 |
MAT September 2025 Registration - PBT | Last date: September 15, 2025 |
MAT September 2025 Registration - CBT | Last date: September 22, 2025 |
MAT September 2025 PBT Exam Date | September 21, 2025 |
MAT September 2025 CBT Exam Date | September 28, 2025 |
CMAT 2026 Registration Window | Second week of November 2025 |
XAT 2026 Registration Open | Ongoing |
XAT 2026 Last Date to Register | December 5, 2025 |
XAT 2026 Exam Date | January 4, 2026 |
Burdwan University placements are decent particularly in technical and postgraduate courses. According to the NIRF report 2024, the median salary package offered to students during placement drives was INR 1.76 LPA for undergraduate 3-year courses and INR 2.43 LPA for postgraduate 2-year courses.
For engineering disciplines such as BTech in Computer Science (CSE), Information Technology (IT), and Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), the highest packages reported stood at INR 23 LPA, INR 15 LPA, and INR 10 LPA respectively. The average salary packages for these branches were INR 3.25 LPA for CSE, INR 3.6 LPA for IT, and INR 3 LPA for ECE, indicating solid placement prospects in these fields.
The university’s Industry Institute Partnership Cell (IIPC) plays a significant role in coordinating training, internships, and campus recruitment efforts. Major companies like TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, IBM, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank frequently recruit from the university, contributing to a placement rate reported around 70% for BTech and MBA students.
Particulars | Placement Statistics |
Placement Rate | 70% (BTech/MBA), 50% (Overall) |
Highest Package | INR 16 LPA |
Median Package (UG 3-year) | INR 1.76 LPA |
Median Package (PG 2-year) | INR 2.43 LPA |
Number of Students Placed (UG 3-year) | 34 |
Number of Students Placed (PG 2-year) | 1,317 |
Total Students Placed | 1,394 |
Highest Package - BTech CSE | INR 23 LPA |
Highest Package - BTech IT | INR 15 LPA |
Highest Package - BTech ECE | INR 10 LPA |
Average Package - BTech CSE | INR 3.25 LPA |
Average Package - BTech IT | INR 3.6 LPA |
Average Package - BTech ECE | INR 3 LPA |
Number of Companies Participated | 30-40 |
Top Recruiters | TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank |
TCS | Wipro | Cognizant |
HDFC Bank | ICICI Bank | Axis Bank |
IBM Daksh | Teleperformance | Dr. Lal Path Labs |
Burdwan University cutoff for 2025 will be announced soon after the WBJEE Results. The official cutoff list will be available on the university’s website or the WBJEE counselling authority’s platform. For the general category, the expected cutoff rank for the Computer Science and Engineering course is likely to be between 8,000 and 28,000, reflecting the competitive nature of admissions. The expected Burdwan University B.Tech WBJEE cutoff 2025 is given in the table below:
Courses | WBJEE Cutoff 2025 (Expected) |
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B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering | 8000 - 10000 |
B.Tech in Information Technology | 10000 - 12000 |
B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering | 12000 - 15000 |
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering | 15000 - 18000 |
B.Tech in Civil Engineering | 18000 - 22000 |
B.Tech in Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering | 22000 - 28000 |
The university’s latest rankings are as follows:
Ranking Body | Stream/Category | Rank 2024 |
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NIRF | State Public University | 36 |
NIRF | University | 101-150 |
QS Asian | Southern Asia | 125 |
QS Asian | Asia | 451-500 |
The 316.31-acre campus offers modern facilities across four campuses for academic and extracurricular activities:
Library: Central library with over 1.5 lakh books, e-journals, and UGC-INFONET access.
Hostels: 951 beds for boys and 797 beds for girls with Wi-Fi and recreational facilities.
Sports Facilities: Grounds for cricket, football, and courts for volleyball and basketball.
Laboratories: Advanced labs for science, engineering, and computer applications.
Other Amenities: Health center, planetarium, museum, art gallery, auditorium, and canteen.
Name of alumnus | Course |
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SHANKAR PRASAD | Library and Information Science |
DEBALINA BHATTACHARYYA | Library and Information Science |
SAFIKUL ALAM | Mass Communication |
ABHISHEK ACHARYA | Mass Communication |
SAYANI MITRA | Mass Communication |
MANYA | Mass Communication |
ANURADHA HALDER | Mass Communication |
PIU BANERJEE | Mass Communication |
SOUKHIK SARKAR | Mass Communication |
SUBIR SINHA | Mass Communication |
SK QUADRAT E KHODA | Mass Communication |
ABHIJIT DAS | Mass Communication |
AKASH GORAI | Mass Communication |
SAYANTI DAS | Mass Communication |
ARITRA DASGUPTA | Mass Communication |
RAJASHREE BISWAS | Mass Communication |
SAYANTIKA DUTTA | Mass Communication |
PROTYAY GHOSH HAZRA | Mass Communication |
RIYA SIKDAR | Mass Communication |
DEB DUTTA | Mass Communication |
Burdwan University offers various scholarships and financial aid schemes to support its students, mainly targeting postgraduate and meritorious candidates. One key scholarship is the Post Graduate Merit Scholarship for University rank holders at the undergraduate level, which provides Rs. 3,100 per month for two years to first and second rank holders admitted to any PG course, excluding distance education students. Another important scholarship is the Swami Vivekananda merit-cum-means scholarship that supports both undergraduate (Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 5,000 per month) and postgraduate students (Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 5,000 per month), with eligibility based on academic performance. The university also offers several other scholarships such as the Indira Gandhi Single Girl Child Scholarship, Minority, SC/ST, Labour Welfare, Physically Handicapped, and various prestigious awards like the O.N.G.C. Scholarship and National Board of Higher Mathematics Scholarship to deserving students across different categories and disciplines.
Scholarship Name | Details and Eligibility |
Post Graduate Merit Scholarship | Rs. 3,100/month for 2 years to 1st & 2nd UG rank holders admitted to PG courses; Age limit: 30 years; Not for distance education |
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | UG: Rs.1,000-5,000/month with 75%+ marks eligibility; PG: Rs.2,000-5,000/month with 53%+ / 55%+ marks eligibility |
Indira Gandhi Single Girl Child Scholarship | Rs. 2,000/month for 20 months for single girl child in PG courses |
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Rs. 16,800 p.a. for Science students; Rs. 14,400 p.a. for Arts students |
Minority Scholarship | Rs. 3,000 plus Rs. 2,200 (course fee), optional Rs. 2,700 for hostel |
SC/ST Scholarship | Rs. 9,000 plus hostel expenses |
Labour Welfare Scholarship | Rs. 3,000 for wards of Beedi workers |
Physically Handicapped Scholarship | Rs. 2,880 for hostel boarders, Rs. 2,040 for non-boarders |
Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan Scholarship | Rs. 5,000 p.a. |
National Board of Higher Mathematics Scholarship | Rs. 72,000 awarded to 1 student who stood 1st in Honours exam |
MHRD-CSS Scholarship | Rs. 10,000 p.a. for Graduation level; Rs. 20,000 p.a. for Master’s level |
Sitaram Jindal Scholarship | Rs. 6,200, Rs. 4,200, Rs.1,800 (various amounts) |
O.N.G.C. Scholarship | Rs. 60,000 p.a. to students who stood 1st in MSc Physics and Chemistry |