NSHM Knowledge Campus, Durgapur, commonly known as NSHM Durgapur, is a private college in Durgapur, West Bengal, established in 2010. It is affiliated with Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), approved by AICTE and recognised under UGC. The institution holds NAAC accreditation with Grade B.

In the 2025 rankings, The Times of India placed its B.Tech programme 50th nationally and 4th in West Bengal. India Today ranked its BBA programme 99th nationally and 3rd in West Bengal. B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering, MBA and BBA are among the campus's most preferred programmes.

Admissions follow programme-specific entrance or merit routes. Accepted examinations include JEE Main, WBJEE, CAT, MAT and XAT, while the institute conducts E-NPAT, the NSHM Personality & Aptitude Test, for several programmes. Non-technical undergraduate and postgraduate courses also offer direct admission based on qualifying examination merit, subject to the applicable selection process.

Apply through the NSHM Durgapur application portal or visit the official NSHM website for admission information.

NSHM Durgapur Important Dates

Admission schedules differ according to the examination and counselling route required for each programme. The tables below cover verified events that are ongoing or upcoming as of 28 September 2026.

WB JECA Counselling 2026

Event Date
Round 1 seat acceptance payment and reporting for verification and admission, where upgradation is declined or the first choice is allotted 26 September to 28 September 2026
Round 2 registration and choice filling 29 September to 30 September 2026
Round 2 seat allotment result 1 October 2026
Round 2 seat acceptance payment for fresh allottees, institutional reporting, document verification, admission and candidate withdrawal 1 October to 5 October 2026
Round 3 registration and choice filling 6 October to 7 October 2026
Round 3 seat allotment result 9 October 2026
Round 3 seat acceptance payment for fresh allottees and reporting for verification and admission 9 October to 12 October 2026

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

XAT 2027

For applicants planning the next management admission cycle, the official XAT website provides the following timetable.

Event Date
XAT 2027 registration window 15 July to 6 December 2026
Admit card download begins 20 December 2026, tentative
XAT examination 3 January 2027, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

NSHM Durgapur Major Courses and Fees 2026

The campus brings together 8 specialised schools offering 47+ programmes from diploma through postgraduate level. Listed course fees range from INR 22,500 to INR 5.38 Lakhs. Undergraduate fees fall between INR 2.20 Lakhs and INR 5.31 Lakhs, while postgraduate fees range from INR 22,500 to INR 5.38 Lakhs.

B.Tech Specialisations and Fees

The B.Tech programme lasts 4 years and requires a WBJEE or JEE Main score. The supplied admission information does not provide a direct admission route for B.Tech.

Course and Specialisation Total Fee for 4 Years Stated Annual Fee
B.Tech CSE / CSE with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning / CSE with Data Science INR 5.31 Lakhs INR 1.33 Lakhs
B.Tech Electrical Engineering
B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering
B.Tech Civil Engineering
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Management, Computing and Other Undergraduate Fees

Undergraduate options extend across management, computing, hospitality, nursing, psychology and health sciences. Most of these programmes provide a direct application route under their respective selection criteria.

Course Total Fee for the Full Programme
BBA INR 2.20 Lakhs to INR 3.45 Lakhs
BCA INR 3.08 Lakhs
BHMCT INR 4.8 Lakhs
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics INR 2.38 Lakhs
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences INR 2.95 Lakhs
Bachelor in Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology INR 3.38 Lakhs
Bachelor in Psychology INR 2.63 Lakhs
B.Sc Nursing INR 4.01 Lakhs

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Postgraduate Course Fees

Postgraduate study covers management, computing, health sciences, tourism and optometry. The supplied overview gives an MBA fee range of INR 4.83 Lakhs to INR 5.38 Lakhs for the 2-year programme, while its course table lists INR 5.38 Lakhs.

Course Total Fee for the Full Programme
MBA INR 5.38 Lakhs
MCA INR 2.25 Lakhs
Masters in Nutrition and Dietetics INR 22,500
Master of Medical Laboratory Science INR 2.38 Lakhs
Master in Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology INR 2.38 Lakhs
MPH INR 2.75 Lakhs
MTTM INR 2.25 Lakhs
MOptm INR 2.33 Lakhs

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

NSHM Durgapur Admission Process 2026

NSHM Durgapur uses entrance examinations for technical and management programmes, while many health sciences, design, hospitality and computing programmes select applicants through qualifying marks and an interview. Applicants should follow the route specified for their chosen course.

Programme-wise Admission Routes

Direct admission availability and the accompanying assessment requirements are listed below. For BBA and BCA, the direct route still includes the institute's E-NPAT and a personal interview.

Programme Direct Admission Available Required Examination or Selection Method
B.Tech No WBJEE or JEE Main
MBA No CAT, MAT, JEMAT, XAT or CMAT
MCA No WB JECA
B.Pharm No WBJEE
BBA, all specialisations Yes E-NPAT and personal interview
BCA Yes E-NPAT and personal interview
B.Sc health and science programmes Yes Academic merit and personal interview
BHMCT / Travel and Tourism Yes Academic merit and personal interview
B.Sc Nursing Yes JENPAS UG preferred
M.Sc Clinical Psychology Yes Application assessment and personal interview

Minimum Academic Eligibility

Programme Minimum Qualification and Marks
B.Tech 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; 45% aggregate, reduced to 40% for reserved categories
BBA / BCA 10+2 in any stream with 50%
B.Sc 10+2 with PCB or PCM and at least 50%
MBA Graduation with 50% aggregate
MCA Graduation with 50% aggregate
M.Sc Clinical Psychology A relevant undergraduate degree with 50%

Application and Selection Steps

The admission process can be completed online through the following 4 steps, with the counselling interaction available in person or by video call.

  1. Submit the online application with the required information through the Durgapur admission portal.
  2. Meet a counsellor or faculty member face to face or through a video call to discuss the selected programme.
  3. After clearing the interaction round, receive the selection letter and confirmation by email.
  4. Pay the admission fees online to confirm the seat.

B.Tech Lateral Entry

Lateral entry is available in 7 B.Tech specialisations, including Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, CSE Data Science, and CSE Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. This route lasts 3 years and requires a valid JELET score.

NSHM Durgapur Placements

The supplied placement information reports a highest package of INR 16.57 LPA and an average package of INR 5.58 LPA in the recent placement drive. Median salaries are stated separately for undergraduate four-year students and postgraduate second-year students.

Placement Measure Reported Figure
Highest salary package INR 16.57 LPA
Average salary package INR 5.58 LPA
Median package for UG four-year students INR 3.1 LPA
Median package for PG second-year students INR 4.2 LPA
Conversion rate reported for mandatory internships 98%

Career Preparation and Placement Support

The Centre for Research, Training & Talent Management (CRTT) manages placements and internships. Preparation includes aptitude tests, mock group discussions, mock personal interviews and resume workshops. Mandatory internships provide industry exposure, while students register for placements through the ERP-based DigiiCampus portal.

NSHM Durgapur Rankings

The latest rankings included in the supplied article are for 2025. They cover B.Tech and BBA at both national and West Bengal levels.

Ranking Agency Programme Year India Rank West Bengal Rank
The Times of India B.Tech 2025 50th 4th
India Today BBA 2025 99th 3rd

NSHM Durgapur Campus Life and Infrastructure

The 25-acre campus combines teaching spaces and laboratories with areas for sports, healthcare, hospitality training and collaborative learning. Students have access to smart classrooms, a sports academy, campus-wide Wi-Fi, food outlets and on-campus health support.

Teaching Spaces and Student Facilities

Facility Details
Smart classrooms 40 classrooms
Laboratories 13 specialised laboratories and 8 computer laboratories
Sports academy Indoor and outdoor sports complex
Cafes and canteens Multiple food outlets within the campus
Internet access Wi-Fi coverage throughout the campus
Medical support On-campus health facilities

Hostel Accommodation

Separate hostel buildings for male and female students are located within the campus, with a combined capacity of 750 beds. Accommodation includes meals, and hostel amenities comprise mess services, laundry, Wi-Fi, a gym, a yoga room and self-defence training.

Hostel Charge Fee
Accommodation and meals INR 72,000 per year
Security deposit INR 10,000, payable once

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Subject-specific Academic Facilities

  • All classrooms provide digital projection and seating designed for collaborative learning.
  • The optometry laboratory serves B.Optom and M.Optom students and is described as one of the most specialised facilities of its kind in Eastern India.
  • Hospitality laboratories and training kitchens support practical work for BHMCT and Culinary Science students.
  • Dedicated wet and dry pharmacy laboratories serve B.Pharm and M.Pharm programmes.
  • The 8 computer laboratories provide industry-standard software for BCA, B.Sc Data Science and Cyber Security learning.
  • Nursing simulation laboratories support practical clinical training for B.Sc and GNM Nursing students.

Student Activities and Extended Learning

BLITZ, the annual cultural festival, takes place in February. Student clubs bring together learners from engineering, management, media and health disciplines. Sports options include basketball, cricket, football, volleyball, badminton and carrom.

Choice-Based Extended Learning (CBEL) offers 50+ programmes organised into 10 baskets. Each programme lasts 20 to 40 hours, providing multidisciplinary learning opportunities across courses and academic levels.

NSHM Durgapur Scholarships 2026

Financial support at NSHM Durgapur includes academic merit awards, assistance for economically weaker students and benefits for defence wards, sports achievers and siblings of students or alumni. Institutional fee waivers operate alongside national and West Bengal government schemes.

Scholarship Eligibility and Benefits

Scholarship Eligibility Benefit
Academic Merit Scholarship (SVCM) UG and PG applicants selected on academic performance; continuation requires at least 7 CGPA and 75% attendance 25% to 100% tuition fee waiver
My NSHM Fee Waiver Siblings of current students or alumni, NSHM undergraduates applying for postgraduate study, and children of NSHM employees Varies by eligibility category
Pragati Scholarship, national scheme Female students with family income below INR 8 LPA Up to INR 50,000 per year
Saksham Scholarship, national scheme Students with disabilities Up to INR 50,000 per year
EWS Scholarship, national scheme Family income below INR 8 LPA According to government norms
Post-Matric Scholarship, West Bengal SC, ST and OBC students from West Bengal According to government norms
Swami Vivekananda Scholarship, West Bengal West Bengal domicile students meeting merit-cum-means requirements Up to INR 60,000 per year

Academic Merit Scholarship (SVCM)

This scholarship considers previous academic performance for both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants. Tuition waivers range from 25% to 100%, with no income criterion. Recipients must maintain the specified academic and attendance requirements.

My NSHM Fee Waiver

The waiver covers NSHM undergraduate students progressing to postgraduate programmes at either Kolkata or Durgapur, immediate siblings of current NSHM students or alumni, and children of NSHM professors and other team members. The benefit depends on the applicable category.

National Scholarship Options

Eligible students may apply for Pragati, Saksham and EWS scholarships. These national schemes address support for female students, students with disabilities and economically weaker families respectively.

West Bengal Scholarship Options

Students from West Bengal may also seek assistance through the following schemes:

  • Post-Matric Scholarship for SC, ST and OBC students
  • Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for minority students
  • Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship administered by the West Bengal government

The supplied information states that Asha Jyoti Scholarship currently applies to the NSHM Kolkata campus. Durgapur applicants should confirm its availability with the admissions office.

Education Loan Providers

The listed education loan providers are HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, Union Bank of India, IDBI Bank, SBI, Punjab National Bank and ICICI Bank.

NSHM Durgapur FAQs

Ques. Are applicants expected to pay anything as a donation to obtain admission?

Ans. NSHM Durgapur does not charge a donation or capitation fee, according to the admission policy and multiple student reviews cited in the supplied information. Selection follows the relevant entrance score or academic merit route, together with a personal interview.

Ques. Which admission routes can applicants from other Indian states use?

Ans. Students from across India can apply to NSHM Durgapur. B.Tech applicants may use JEE Main scores rather than relying only on the state-level WBJEE route. National examinations such as CAT, MAT and XAT are accepted for the relevant management and other programmes.

Ques. What does E-NPAT assess, and how does it influence selection?

Ans. The NSHM Personality & Aptitude Test, or E-NPAT, is the institute's aptitude assessment for direct admission to BBA, BCA and similar programmes. It is described as relatively accessible and tests verbal ability, quantitative reasoning and general awareness. No specific cutoff has been officially declared, and personal interview performance also contributes to selection.

Ques. Is it possible to submit applications for several scholarship schemes at the same time?

Ans. Yes, students may apply independently for more than two schemes. The supplied information lists Asha Jyoti, Merit/SVCM and My NSHM Fee Waiver as internal schemes, alongside government options such as Pragati, Saksham and the West Bengal Swami Vivekananda Scholarship. Combined assistance cannot exceed the total tuition payable. Asha Jyoti is separately identified as currently applicable to Kolkata, so its availability for Durgapur requires confirmation from the admissions office.

Ques. What is the duration and entrance requirement for joining B.Tech through lateral entry?

Ans. B.Tech lateral entry lasts 3 years and requires a valid JELET score. It is offered in 7 specialisations, including Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, CSE Data Science, and CSE Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

Ques. How do the academic focus and facilities differ between NSHM's two campuses?

Ans. Kolkata and Durgapur share MAKAUT affiliation, the NSHM brand, a common curriculum framework and the placement cell. Durgapur has a stronger engineering and pharmacy offering, while Kolkata is better known for media, film and business management. The campuses differ in infrastructure, hostel capacity and faculty strength, so students are advised to visit both before choosing.