Raiganj University, West Bengal is one of the new emerging universities which was established on February 3, 2015. It is known as the first Unitary University in North Bengal that offers both UG and PG courses under one campus. The university has 62 departments that offer undergraduate, postgraduate, M. Phil and doctorate courses across various streams. The university also provides research programs like PhD, D.Litt. and D.Sc.

Raiganj University Admission 2022 are ongoing for C.C.F.S.A program and the last date to apply has been extended till 30th July 2022 (midnight).

Admissions at Raiganj University are based on the merit and the score in national and state level examinations. Popular courses like B. Sc., B. Com, BCA, BBA are offered based on the merit and courses like MBA, M. Phil, PhD are offered based on entrance exams like CMAT/ MAT/ CAT/ JMAT/ WBJEMAT/ UGC- NET (including JRF)/ UGC – CSIR NET (including JRF)/ SET/ GATE, etc.

Raiganj University Highlights

Established | Type 2015 | State University
Set by Government of West Bengal
Entrance Exam CMAT, MAT, CAT, ATMA, JMAT, XAT, WBJEMAT, RUMAT, UGC- NET (including JRF), UGC – CSIR NET (including JRF), SLET, SET, GATE
Courses Offered BA (H), B. Sc (H), B.Com. (H), BCA (H), BBA (H), MA, M. Sc, M.Com, MBA, LLM, M. Phil, PhD, D.Litt., D.Sc.
Popular Courses B.Com (H), B. Sc (H), MBA, M. Phil, PhD
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Merit-Based and Entrance Exams
Campus Area 13.62 Acres
Facilities Available Library, Sports, Gymnasium, Seminar Hall, Labs, Hostel, Canteen
Official Website https://raiganjuniversity.ac.in/

Raiganj University Courses

Raiganj University offers undergraduate, postgraduate, M. Phil and research programs across various streams. It also offers undergraduate programs as aided and self-financed basis.

COURSE STREAM DETAILS
B. Sc (Hons.) Applied & Analytical Economics, Geography, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: 10+2
B. Com (Hons.) Accountancy
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: 10+2
M. Sc Applied & Analytical Economics, Geography, Botany, Computer Science, Computer & Information Science, Mathematics
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Eligibility: Undergraduate Degree
MBA Finance, Marketing, HR, Agri-Business Management
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Eligibility: Undergraduate Degree
M. Phil Bengali, English, Economics, Education, History, Geography, Laws, Management, Political Science, Philosophy, Sociology, Sanskrit
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Eligibility: Postgraduate Degree
PhD Bengali, English, Economics, Education, History, Geography, Laws, Management, Political Science, Philosophy, Sociology, Sanskrit
  • Duration: 3 to 6 years
  • Eligibility: Postgraduate Degree
D. Sc Science, Engineering, Medicine, Technology
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: PhD Degree

Raiganj University Admissions

For all the general courses, admissions are based on merit in the qualifying exam. For some courses, admissions are based on national and state level entrance exams like CAT/ MAT/ WBJEMAT for MBA, UGC-NET/ GATE for M. Phil and PhD, etc.

  • Candidates who want to take admission in any undergraduate program must have passed 10+2 from any recognized board.
  • Candidates wanting to take admission in any postgraduate program must have an undergraduate degree in their respective fields and a post graduate degree for research level programs.
  • For admission to D.Litt. and D. Sc programs, candidate need to have a PhD degree of 5 years or more with sufficient research work in their respective fields.

How to Apply?

  • Visit the official website of the university.
  • Register yourself on the admission portal.
  • Login using the credentials to fill the application form.
  • Submit all the documents mentioned there and pay the application fee.
  • Keep a printout of the form and keep it with yourself.

Raiganj University Scholarships

Students at Raiganj University can avail all types of scholarships. The available scholarships are mentioned below:

  • UGC Scholarships
  • West Bengal Govt. Scholarships
  • Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means (SVMCM) Scholarship for PhD and M. Phil. candidates.

Raiganj University Facilities

The university has many facilities in the campus for the students and teachers. They are as follows:

  • Canteen: The canteen facility is available for all the teachers and students of the university.
  • Library: The library has over 61598 volumes of books, 51 journals and 7 newspapers and can be utilized by both the students as well as the faculty.
  • Playground: The University has a sports facility where the students can play sports like football, cricket, volleyball, etc. in their respective playgrounds.
  • Gymnasium: There is an indoor gymnasium for the students and teachers.
  • Hostel Accommodation: There are separate hostels available for boys as well as for girls. Guest House for guests is also available.
  • Academic Centres: There are many Centres of Excellence like Centre for Folklore Studies, Centre for Buddhist Studies, Centre for Women’s Studies, Environment Conservation Centre, Business Incubation and Innovation Centre, Centre for Differently Abled Students.

Raiganj University Faculty

The faculty at Raiganj University is highly qualified. The university has a total of 90 teachers out of which 58 teachers hold a PhD degree and 11 teachers hold a M. Phil degree in their respective fields of study. The university also has some Guest Lecturers, Visiting Professors and part Time Faculties.

Raiganj University FAQs

Ques: How many seats does Raiganj University offer for M. Sc in Geography and Mathematics?

Ans: Raiganj University offers a total of 30 seats for M. Sc in Geography (Self-Financed) and a total of 35 seats for M. Sc in Mathematics (Self-Financed) program.

Ques: What is the eligibility criteria for admission in M. Sc Computer Science program at Raiganj University?

Ans: For admission in M. Sc in Computer Science program at Raiganj University the candidate must fulfil any of the below mentioned criteria:

  • Candidate must have a degree in B. Sc (Hons.) in the concerned subject.
  • Candidate must have a degree in B. Sc (Hons.) in Mathematics/ Physics/ Chemistry/ Statistics with Computer Science as a subject of study.
  • Candidate must have an undergraduate degree of BCA or B. Tech in Computer Science.

Ques: How many colleges are affiliated to Raiganj University?

Ans: There are three colleges that are affiliated to Raiganj University:

  • Eastern Institute for Integrated Learning in Management, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
  • Gourav Institute of Management Science, Medinipur, West Bengal, India
  • Durapur Women’s College, Itahar, Raiganj, West Bengal, India

Ques: What is the application fee for admission in MBA and LLM programs at Raiganj University?

Ans: The total fee to be paid at the time of form filling for admission at Raiganj University in MBA and LLM programs is INR 1,200. The application fee is INR 700 and e-Prospectus fee is INR 500.

Ques: What is the minimum eligibility required for admission in MBA and LLM programs at Raiganj University?

Ans: The minimum eligibility required for admission in MBA and LLM programs at Raiganj University is as follows:

  • For candidates from Arts and Commerce stream, the minimum eligibility is a minimum of 45% marks in Hons. for candidates and a minimum of 40% marks in Hons. for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
  • For candidates from Science stream, the minimum eligibility is a minimum of 50% marks in Hons. for General and a minimum of 45% marks in Hons. for SC/ST/PWD candidates.