University of Gour Banga
- Release Date : November 20, 2024
- Last updated : December 28, 2024
University of Gour Banga
The University of Gour Banga, established in 2007, is a state university located in Malda, West Bengal. It is recognized by the UGC and offers a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across several disciplines, including Arts, Sciences, Commerce, Law, and Social Sciences.
Admission Process:
- Undergraduate Programs: Admissions are based on the merit of the candidate’s previous academic qualifications (typically 12th-grade results). The university offers specializations in BA, B.Sc., B.Com, and BCA, among other courses.
- Postgraduate Programs: For PG courses, admissions are also merit-based, with a focus on the marks obtained in the relevant undergraduate degree. The application fee for PG courses is INR 400 for general candidates and INR 150 for reserved categories.
- Ph.D. Programs: Admission to Ph.D. programs requires meeting UGC NET qualifications, and candidates are selected based on their academic merit.
Courses Offered:
- Undergraduate: Includes degrees like BA, B.Sc. (with various specializations), B.Com, BCA, and LLB.
- Postgraduate: M.A. and M.Sc. programs in various disciplines like English, Political Science, Chemistry, Zoology, etc.
- Doctoral: Ph.D. programs are available in multiple disciplines.
Fees:
- UG Courses: The fee structure is relatively affordable, with typical costs for undergraduate courses ranging from INR 5,000 to INR 10,000 per year
- PG Courses: The fee for postgraduate courses like M.Sc. is around INR 8,000 for the first year.
Scholarships:
The university offers several scholarships, particularly for economically disadvantaged students. Notable scholarships include:
- Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship
- Bigyani Kanya Medha Britti Scholarship for female candidates in STEM fields.
Placements:
The university has a growing placement record, though specific statistics are not detailed. It helps students by providing various campus recruitment drives and maintaining strong ties with local and national companies
Facilities:
Gour Banga University offers various facilities like hostels, smart classrooms, labs, sports facilities, a library, and more.
For detailed information on specific courses, admission criteria, and other queries, download the brochure.
