Initially known as Birla College of Science and Education, Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose College (AJC Bose College), was established in 1968 and is affiliated with the University of Calcutta, Kolkata, and is located in the heart of Kolkata. This institute offers UG degrees in B.Ed., B.Sc., B.Com., B.Com. (Hons.), BA, and BA (Hons.).

Students are selected completely based on merit i.e., marks scored in the previous qualifying exam with at least 55% aggregate score to be eligible to apply. Initially, the application process for the courses offered could be done through online and offline modes. However, now as per the updated norms of the Government of West Bengal, students can apply for this institute through online mode only.

  • AJC Bose College is one of the top 13 colleges in Calcutta.
  • AJC Bose College is accredited to NAAC and NCTE.
  • They are ranked 15th place among the top inter-disciplinary colleges of Kolkata.

AJC Bose College Highlights

Established | Institute Type 1968 | Public
Approved by NCTE (National Council for Teacher Education)
Affiliated by University of Calcutta, Kolkata
Courses Offered UG
Course Names B.Ed., B.Sc., B.Com., B.Com. (Hons.), BA, and BA (Hons.).
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Merit-based
Facilities Available Library, Laboratory, Canteen, Drinking Water supply, Green Campus, etc.
Official Website http://www.ajcbosecollege.org/

AJC Bose College Courses

The details about the UG courses offered by this institute are tabulated below:

COURSE NAME COURSE DETAILS
B.Ed.
  • Specializations: Life Science, Physical Science, Mathematics, Social Science, Languages
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Eligibility: The student must hold a relevant UG/PG degree in Arts, Science, Engineering, Technology, Social Science, etc, with at least 55% aggregate score.
B.Sc.
  • Specializations: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: The student must have cleared 10+2/ Intermediate exams in the science stream with at least 55% aggregate score.
B.Sc. (Hons)
  • Specializations: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: The student must have cleared 10+2/ Intermediate exams in the science stream with at least 55% aggregate score.
B.Com.
  • Specializations: General
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: The student must have cleared 10+2/ Intermediate exams in the commerce stream with at least 55% aggregate score.
B.Com. (Hons.)
  • Specializations: Accounting, Finance
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: The student must have cleared 10+2/ Intermediate exams in the commerce stream with at least 55% aggregate score.
BA
  • Specializations: English / Hindi / Bengali /Urdu, Economics, Education, Political Science, Philosophy
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: The student must have cleared 10+2/ Intermediate exams in any stream with at least 55% aggregate score.
BA (Hons.)
  • Specializations: English, Bengali, Hindi
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: The student must have cleared 10+2/ Intermediate exams in the arts stream in the relevant subject with at least 55% aggregate score.

AJC Bose College Admissions

According to the rules passed by the Government of Kolkata, the admission process is made completely through online mode only. Students can apply for the UG courses after the publication of the Higher Secondary Result (10+2) of the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education.

How to Apply?

  • The students must visit the official website of the institute and select Online Admissions.
  • Students must first register themselves by entering their personal and contact details.
  • An acknowledgement number will be received to confirm the contact details given.
  • The personal and educational details must be filled in.
  • If the student is willing to apply for multiple courses, that many numbers forms must be filled and submitted,
  • The application fee must be paid through online mode only and receipt must be preserved.
  • Before submitting, students must verify the details given as there will be no window of correction provided.
  • Students must download the submitted application form for future purposes.

Documents required:

The following documents’ scanned copies must be uploaded:

  • Recent Passport size Photograph
  • Signature
  • Class 12th Marksheet
  • Age Proof Document
  • Caste/ PH / BPL Certificate (if applicable)
  • Migration Certificate
  • 12th Passing Certificate

AJC Bose College Placements

AJC Bose College, in collaboration with Yuvasree, the Employment Bank of Kolkata, helps in coordinating and providing placements to the students. The students can register themselves in the portal, upload their resume and they will be notified about any relevant job openings. This decentralized method of job search is an initiative of the Labour Department and the Information Technology Department, Government of West Bengal.

Some of the features of Yuvasree are:

  • Placement Activity
  • Skill Development Initiatives of the Directorate
  • Self-Employment Promotion Initiatives
  • Employment Market Information
  • Vocational Guidance Programme

AJC Bose College Facilities

This institute offers some of the best facilities, such as the following:

  • Central Library: Equipped with over 22,000 books. The Central Library subscribes up to 14 national journals, 12 popular science magazines, and 6 daily newspapers. They also offer internet facilities to the faculties and students.
  • Laboratories: Well-equipped laboratories are offered and maintained by various departments of the institute.
  • Infrastructure: Well-maintained and ventilated classrooms and the campus is surrounded by greenery.
  • Free Health Check-up: These programs are organized throughout the year.
  • Canteen Facility: Canteen with healthy and fresh food along with purified drinking water.
  • Games and Sports: The college conducts and participates in various district and state-level games and inter-collegiate sports activities in the field of athletics, football, cricket, chess, table-tennis and more games.
  • NSS: NSS volunteers can improve their awareness and skill in social service, and create leadership personalities with good morale. They will be awarded a certificate towards the end.
  • NCC: The institute provides a great opportunity to develop a sound body and mind with the development of character, discipline, leadership, and morale

AJC Bose College Faculty

Under the able guidance of the President of the College, all the departments are running smoothly along with the guidance of the respective HODs.

The departments along with the number of faculty members, comprising of Assistant Professors, Associate professors along with Part-time and guest lecturers are mentioned below:

  • Physics: 7
  • Chemistry: 7
  • Mathematics: 5
  • Zoology: 2
  • Botany: 2
  • English: 7
  • Bengali: 5
  • Hindi: 5
  • Commerce and Business Studies: 19
  • B.Ed.: 12

AJC Bose College FAQs

Ques. What is the fee for the different courses offered by Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose College?

Ans. The total fee details are mentioned below:

  • B.Ed.: INR 65,200
  • B.Sc.: INR 32,100
  • B.Com.: INR 33,960
  • B.Com. (Hons.): INR 38,000
  • BA: INR 25,800
  • BA (Hons.): INR 33,600

Ques. What about the students who have completed 10+2 from other boards of education and not the West Bengal State Board?

Ans. Provisional admission will be provided to students from either universities or boards. These students must produce the following documents:

  • Permission to migrate from the original university/board
  • Passing certificate of the examination last appeared or original mark sheet and the admit card of the examination.

Students must also note that if the provisional admission of a student is not approved by the university, the candidate will not be entitled to any refund of fees already paid to the college.

Ques. What are the activities conducted by Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose College apart from academics?

Ans. Some of the activities that are conducted for the students by Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose College are:

  • Seminar, Debate, Quiz contest,
  • Cultural activities like dance, drama, recitation,
  • Social activities include blood donation camps, community outreach activities.

Ques. What are the number of seats offered for the courses in Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose College?

Ans: The number of seats offered in the respective courses in Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose College are mentioned below:

COURSE NUMBER OF SEATS
B.Sc (Hons.) Physics 61
B.Sc (Hons.) Chemistry 48
B.Sc (Hons.) Mathematics 81
B.Com.(Hons.) 400
BA (Hons.) English 100
BA (Hons.) Bengali 15
BA (Hons.) Hindi 45
B.Ed 50

Ques. Does this Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose College offer any concessions for students belonging to SC/ST?

Ans. Yes, Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose College provides students belonging to the SC/ST category granted stipends by the Director of Public Instructions, Govt. of West Bengal. Full and Half studentship is also offered to meritorious and economically weak students.