Basanti Devi College, Kolkata

Kolkata, West BengalEstd 1959 Calcutta University, Kolkata
Claim this college

About Basanti Devi College

Basanti Devi College is the first government aided college in Kolkata which was founded by the Government of West Bengal in 1959. The institute offers profuse B.A. & B.Sc. (Hons. & General) courses at UG level and M.A. in English as well as M.A. in Political Science at PG level. The college also offers a Diploma course in Export-Import Management and certificate course in English Language Training. Basanti Devi College is reaccredited B+ by NAAC and affiliated to the University of Calcutta. The admissions at Basanti Devi College are sought through the merit of marks secured in the qualifying exam for all UG courses as well as M.A. in Political Science whereas candidates opting for M.A. in English need to go through English Entrance Exam conducted by the college itself. 

Basanti Devi College Kolkata Highlights 

Established | Institute Type  Private | 1959 
Accredited to  NAAC “B+” Grade 
Affiliated to  University of Calcutta 
Courses offered  2 courses in profuse specializations at UG level
2 courses at PG level
1 Diploma course
1 Certificate course 
Total Intake (UG)  1002 students 
Admission Criteria  Merit-Based & Entrance Exam 
Facilities Computer Lab, Library, Auditorium, Gym 
Application Mode  Online 
Official Website  www.basantidevicollege.edu.in 

Basanti Devi College Kolkata Courses 

Tabulated below are the courses offered by the college under various specializations:

Courses Specialization Details
B.A. General Eligibility: Candidate must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board or its equivalent
Selection: Merit of marks secured in the qualifying exam
Duration: 3 Years 
English
History
B.Sc. General
Mathematics
M.A. Political Science Eligibility: Candidate must have passed graduation from a recognized university or its equivalent with minimum 40% marks in aggregate
Selection: Merit of marks secured in the qualifying exam
Duration: 2 Years
English

Click Basanti Devi College Courses and Fees

Basanti Devi College Kolkata Admission 

Admissions at Basanti Devi College is sought through merit basis of marks secured by a candidate in the qualifying exam for all courses except M.A. (English). Candidates opting for M.A. (English) are selected on the basis of merit of marks secured in the English Entrance Exam. 

How to Apply? 

  • Candidates must ensure that they fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria before applying for a particular course. 
  • Candidates interested in admission can fill the application form online available on the official website. The duly filled application form must be submitted along with the application fees and other necessary documents. 

Check here Basanti Devi College Admission

Basanti Devi College Kolkata Placement 

The placement cell helps out students to join various companies that participate in the campus recruitment drive. The placement records of Basanti Devi College in recent years is tabulated below: 

Academic year Students placed Average Package
2016-17 40  INR 1,50,000 
2017-18  32  INR 1,80,000 
2018-19  23  INR 2,40,000 

Know more Basanti Devi College Placement

Basanti Devi College Kolkata Scholarship 

Students at Basanti Devi College can avail of different scholarships provided by the college. The different scholarship schemes provided by the college are: 

  • Free Studentship offered to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, BPL, and PH. 
  • Merit Scholarship offered by the State Government. 
  • Minority Scholarship offered by the State Government. 
  • Merit cum Means Scholarship offered by the State Government. 
  • Sports Scholarships offered to students showing excellence in University level Sports Competition. 

Read more Basanti Devi College Scholarship

Basanti Devi College Kolkata Facilities 

The college campus provides a lot of facilities for easing the life of fellow students as well as staff. Some of the facilities available at the college campus include: 

  • Computer Lab: The college has its own computer lab to help students gain practical knowledge. Moreover, internet facilities are also available at the computer lab. 
  • Library: The college library consists of numerous books of profuse literary genres. The students can make use of reference books available at the library and can also issue books from the library. 
  • Auditorium: Major of the gatherings take place at the auditorium. Different competitions are also organized at the auditorium. 
  • Gym: The college also provides gymnasium facilities to the students. 

Basanti Devi College Kolkata Faculty  

The faculty at Basanti Devi College consists of 69 well-trained staff. This includes two librarians, two sports in-charge, and two members of the counseling cell. The staff tries to help students by solving their problems and keep on motivating them to do their personal best. 

Dr. Saheli Chodhury has been awarded the Prof Radha Kamal Mukherjee Young Social Scientist award by The Indian Social Science Association ISSA in 2019.

Check here Basanti Devi College Faculty

Basanti Devi College Kolkata FAQs

Ques. How can I apply for B.Sc. (General) in this college? 

Ans. The application forms are available on the official website. You can fill the application form there and must ensure that you fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria for the same.

Ques. Are canteen facilities available at the college campus? 

Ans. Yes, canteen facilities are also available at the college campus. Students, as well as staff, can make use of it during the college hours.

Ques. Is there a computer course at this college? 

Ans. Yes, there is a computer-training course provided by WEBEL in the college and within the college timings. Enrolling in the course is optional for a student.

Ques. Is there any reservation for categories belonging to the lower caste? 

Ans. Yes, there is a reservation of seats for students belonging to SC, ST, OBC, BPL, and PH. Moreover, 3% seats are reserved for persons with special needs.

Ques. Is the college in a remote location?

Ans. The college is an urban area setting, well connected with transport facilities.

Do you think the data is wrong ?  Report Here

Basanti Devi College Fees & Eligibility

Full time Courses
CourseFeesEligibilityApplication DateAction
MA
2 Courses
20,600 (1st Year Fees) Graduation-
BA {Hons.}
8 Courses
5,490 (1st Year Fees) 10+224 June - 07 Jul 2024
BA
10 Courses
5,340 (1st Year Fees) 10+224 June - 07 Jul 2024
B.Sc {Hons.}
5 Courses
5,490 - 8,050 (1st Year Fees) 10+224 June - 07 Jul 2024
B.Sc
6 Courses
6,650 (1st Year Fees) 10+224 June - 07 Jul 2024

Do you think the Course details are wrong ?  Report Here

Course Finder

Search from 20K+ Courses and 35+ Streams

Clear

Basanti Devi College Facilities

You can check here to see what types of facilities Basanti Devi College provides.

Library
Comp Labs
Laboratory
Medical
Auditorium
Classrooms
Cafeteria
Sports

Basanti Devi College Faculty

Basic Information about the Faculty of Basanti Devi College

director
Dr. Indrila Guha
Associate Professor
Dr. Sreemati Mukherjee
Department of English
Associate Professor
Smt. Malobika Sarkar
Department of English
Associate Professor
Smt. Mahua Bhowmick
Department of Bengali
Associate Professor
Dr. Indrani Dutta Satpathy
Department of Bengali
Assistant Professor
Arpita Nath
Department of Sanskrit
Assistant Professor
Smt. Ankhi Sen
Department of Political Science
Associate Professor
Arinjoy Biswas
Department of History
Assistant Professor
Smt. Anindita Banerjee
Department of Philosophy
Assistant Professor
Smt. Durgarani Das
Department of Philosophy
Associate Professor
Dr. Ramona Dutta
Department of Education
Associate Professor
Dr. Sraboni Ghosh
Department of Economics

Basanti Devi College College Details

Basic Information About the Colleges

147B, Rashbihari Avenue
Kolkata - 700029
West Bengal, India
Get SMS Contact:  033-24641012
Get Call Details:  033-24641012
Copy Direction

Basanti Devi College Latest News

Discover More Colleges

Jadavpur University - [JU]
BA
Jadavpur University - [JU]
Kolkata
₹2400First year Fees
St. Xavier's University - [SXUK]
MSW
St. Xavier's University - [SXUK]
Kolkata
₹107000First year Fees
University of Calcutta
BA
University of Calcutta
Kolkata
₹2899Total Fees
St. Xavier's College - [SXC]
BA
St. Xavier's College - [SXC]
Kolkata
₹32600First year Fees
Lady Brabourne College - [LBC]
MA
Lady Brabourne College - [LBC]
Kolkata
₹27174Total Fees
Loreto College
MA
Loreto College
Kolkata
₹17500First year Fees

Comments


No Comments To Show
Write a Review & Win Monthly Prizes upto ₹100000*
Extra Cash for Selected Colleges
Winners Will Get
prices
prices
prices
prices
Top Courses
MA English
Course Duration:  2 Years
₹20600  First Year Fees
MA Political Science
Course Duration:  2 Years
₹20600  First Year Fees
BA (Hons.) English
Course Duration:  3 Years
₹5490  First Year Fees
Faculties
Dr. Sreemati Mukherjee
Associate Professor, Department of English
Smt. Malobika Sarkar
Associate Professor, Department of English
Smt. Mahua Bhowmick
Associate Professor, Department of Bengali
Student Also Visited
Bethune College
M.Sc - Master of Science
6561 First year Fees
Bethune College
Women's Christian College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
9210 First year Fees
Women's Christian College
Heramba Chandra College - [HCC]
BA - Bachelor of Arts
7040 First year Fees
Heramba Chandra College - [HCC]
Lady Brabourne College - [LBC]
MA - Master of Arts
27174 Total Fees
Lady Brabourne College - [LBC]
Dinabandhu Andrews College - [DAC]
B.Sc - Bachelor of Science
2755 First year Fees
Dinabandhu Andrews College - [DAC]
Vivekananda College for Women
BA - Bachelor of Arts
4380 First year Fees
Vivekananda College for Women
Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri College
MA - Master of Arts
3110 First year Fees
Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri College
Gokhale Memorial Girls' College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
13420 First year Fees
Gokhale Memorial Girls' College
Sivanath Sastri College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
7890 First year Fees
Sivanath Sastri College
South Calcutta Girls College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
10960 First year Fees
South Calcutta Girls College
Muralidhar Girl's College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
7850 First year Fees
Muralidhar Girl's College
Charuchandra College
B.Sc - Bachelor of Science
6350 First year Fees
Charuchandra College
Jogamaya Devi college
B.Sc - Bachelor of Science
12440 First year Fees
Jogamaya Devi college
Deshbandhu College for Girls
BA - Bachelor of Arts
4830 First year Fees
Deshbandhu College for Girls
Sammilani Mahavidyalaya
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1950 First year Fees
Sammilani Mahavidyalaya
Asutosh College
B.Sc - Bachelor of Science
7250 First year Fees
Asutosh College