UNIVERSITY OF CALCUTTA, KOLKATA

The University of Calcutta (often referred to as Calcutta University) is a premier state government university located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in 1857, it is one of the oldest and most respected educational institutions in India. The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and has been accredited with an ‘A ’ grade by NAAC. It played a historic role in shaping higher education in eastern India and has a long legacy of academic excellence, research, and cultural impact. The university operates multiple campuses including College Street (Central), Salt Lake, and others, offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programmes across science, arts, commerce, law, education, management, engineering, and interdisciplinary fields. It is known for its strong faculty, research centres, collaborative projects, and scholarly contributions. The University of Calcutta emphasises critical thinking, research, industry engagement, and interdisciplinary learning, preparing students for diverse careers, academic leadership, and global opportunities