Durgapur Government College was established in 1969, has been the main institution for students from Burdwan (presently Bardhaman) Bankura, Birbhum, and Purulia regions. Durgapur Government College is affiliated with Kazi Nazrul University and is funded by the West Bengal government. Durgapur Government College has been accredited with “Grade A” by NAAC.

Durgapur Government College offers UG and PG Courses in Arts, Science and Commerce streams. The admission to UG and PG courses is based on the merit list published by the college. For UG admissions the candidate should have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks and for PG admission the candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree in the respective discipline to be eligible.

Durgapur Government College Key points

  • The total number of students enrolled at Durgapur Government College is 1898 for the 2020-21 session.
  • Durgapur Government College campus is spread over a total area of 30-acre.
  • The total number of faculty members at Durgapur Government College is 77 which includes Assistant professors, Associate professors and Visiting Faculty.
  • Durgapur Government College offers facilities like NCC, Sports, Cultural activities, hostels, library, seminar halls, smart classrooms, gym and more facilities for the students.

Durgapur Government College Courses & Fees

Course Name Course Details Selection criteria
B.A.(Hons.)
  • Specialization: Bengali, English, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Sanskrit
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Fees: INR 1,660 (1st Year Fees)
  • Eligibility criteria: At least 50% marks in the 12th board exam from a recognized board.
 Merit-based Selection is done for UG and PG Courses.
BA (General)
  • Specialization: Bengali, English, History, Philosophy, Political Science
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Fees: INR 1,335 (1st Year Fees)
  • Eligibility criteria: At least 45% marks in the 12th board exam from a recognized board.
B.Sc. (Hons)
  • Specialization: Botany, Chemistry, Economics, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Zoology
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Fees: INR 2,360 (1st Year Fees)
  • Eligibility criteria:
  • Candidates need to score a minimum of 55% in their respective subjects.
  • For geography candidates must score at least 60%.
B.Sc.(program)
  • Specialization: Botany, Chemistry, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Zoology
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Fees: INR 1,805 (1st Year Fees)
  • Eligibility criteria: At least 50% marks in the 12th board exam from a recognized board.
B.Com. (General)
  • Specialization: Accountancy and Commerce program in Accountancy
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Fees: INR 1,465 (1st Year Fees)
  • Eligibility criteria:
  • Candidates need to have a minimum of 50% of the total marks in their 10+2
  • Candidates need to have 50% in mathematics/accountancy/business accountancy
B.com.(Hons.)
  • Specialization: Accountancy and Commerce program in Accountancy
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Fees: INR 1,790 (1st Year Fees)
  • Eligibility criteria:
  • Candidates need to have a minimum of 55% of the total marks in their 10+2
  • Candidates need to have 60% in biology and chemistry.
M.Sc.
  • Specialization: Chemistry, Conservation Biology, Geology
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Fees: INR 4,195
  • Eligibility criteria: Candidates must have a B.Sc. degree in their respective fields from a recognized University.

Durgapur Government College Placement

Durgapur Government College has a Counselling & Career Guidance and Placement Unit which is dedicated to providing students the career opportunities and guidance for their future goals. Some of the key points of placement at Durgapur Government College are mentioned below:

  • The Placement Unit actively works towards preparing students for job interviews by providing preparation sessions and guidance so that the students can achieve their career goals and get placed with reputed companies.
  • The Placement Unit also helps the students prepare for competitive examinations who want to pursue further education.
  • The Placement Unit works towards being a mediator between the students and the companies who are visiting the campus for placement.
  • Some of the companies that recruited students in the year 2020 are CapGemini, Shyam Sel & Power Ltd, Timespro, NIIT Ltd. Group and more reputed companies.

Durgapur Government College Scholarship

Numerous scholarship schemes are offered to certain understudies seeking after courses in this school. These plans are:

  • Swami Vivekananda merit cum means scholarship scheme: This scholarship is given by the state government to the students who are meritorious but belong to financially weak families and have registered themselves for higher education.
  • Post Matric Scholarship for students belonging to SC, ST and OBC category: This scholarship is granted to students who belong to SC, ST or OBC category and belong to economically weak households. The renewal of this scholarship is required to be done on an annual basis by the student.
  • Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme: This scholarship is given to meritorious girl students from the state government to promote higher education of the girl students.
  • Minority Scholarships under West Bengal Minorities Development and Finance corporation: The West Bengal Government Minority Scholarship Scheme of Government of West Bengal for the minorities.
  • Indira Gandhi Single Girl Child Scholarship: Indira Gandhi Single Girl Child Scholarships are provided to girl students by the central government to promote the post-graduate education of girl students.
  • The National Scholarship Scheme: The national scholarship schemes include scholarship schemes by the central and state government to promote higher education of meritorious students belonging to economically weaker sections. Some of the scholarship schemes under National Scholarship Schemes are Post-matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities, Financial Assistance for Education of the Wards of Beedi/Cine/IOMC/LSDM Workers - Post-Matric, Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme For RPF/RPSF and many more.

FAQs

Ques. How are the faculty members in Durgapur Government College?

Ans. The faculty of Durgapur Government College are highly qualified and experienced. They try their level best to clear all doubts of the students and provide them guidance according to their future career goals.

Ques. How much attendance is required in Durgapur Government College to be able to appear for the exams?

Ans. The students should have at least 75% of attendance or otherwise, he/she will not be allowed to sit for the semester examination at Durgapur Government College.

Ques. Is offline payment of registration fee for admission in Durgapur Government College available?

Ans. No, offline payment for the registration fee at Durgapur Government College is not allowed. Students can pay their admission registration fee online via the online payment modes provided i.e., debit card, credit card, or UPI transaction.

Ques. Does Durgapur Government College publish any journal?

Ans. Yes, every year Durgapur Government College publishes their in-campus journal named ‘Communique’. In this journal, the professors and students can publish their research work. The Geology department has a different journal that they publish called ‘Geolozine’ which has articles about research work of students and professors related to geology.

Ques. Does Durgapur Government College provide a hostel facility to students?

Ans. Yes, Durgapur Government College provides a hostel facility for students within the campus. The hostels are well-equipped with all the basic amenities for the students during their stay.