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Surendranath College offers BA, BCom, BSc across 22 active programme records.
Surendranath College, Kolkata – 2026 Overview
private · Kolkata, West Bengal
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Surendranath College has recorded total fees from ₹3,770 and placement records with average packages up to ₹4 LPA. Use these figures to shortlist, then verify the same programme, year, category and placement report before deciding.
22Active programmes
5Student reviews
4.0Average rating
1Placement years
About Surendranath College
History and Background
About Surendranath College, Kolkata Surendranath College, at 24/2 Mahatma Gandhi Road in central Kolkata, is one of the city's oldest colleges, and its history is tied to the freedom movement. In 1882 Surendranath Banerjea, the nationalist leader, orator and founder of the Indian National Association, took charge of a school called Presidency School. In January 1884 it became the Presidency Institution, affiliated to the University of Calcutta at the Intermediate level. Later that year, with Lord Ripon's permission, it was renamed Ripon College and became a full degree college. Banerjea taught there himself for many years. The trustees gave it its present name in 1948-49 in his honour. Several institutions grew out of the college. Its law department, started in 1885, became Ripon Law College in 1911. A commerce department opened in 1940, and a branch at Dinajpur (now in Bangladesh) followed in 1942. The evening science section added in 1947 is now part of Surendranath Evening College, and the women's section opened in 1948 became a separate college in 1960. UGC recognised the college in 1972. Today it is affiliated to the University of Calcutta, accredited by NAAC with a B++ grade (2.98), ISO 9001:2015 certified, and supported under RUSA, the DST BOOST scheme and the DBT Star College scheme. Undergraduate courses follow the University of Calcutta's curriculum framework under NEP 2020, in subjects such as: Arts: Bengali, English, Hindi, Urdu, Sanskrit, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology, and Journalism and Mass Communication Science: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Botany, Zoology, Physiology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Psychology, Economics and Geography B.Com, plus selected postgraduate courses The college also runs add-on certificate courses in performing arts and photography and skill courses in computer basics and communicative English. Admission to undergraduate courses follows University of Calcutta and state rules, and the college holds decentralised admission rounds with document verification. The Psychology Department runs a counselling cell, and a wellness centre has a gym and space for health talks. Students can join NCC, NSS, an ICT club and a placement cell that arranges training and internships.
Campus and Location
Established in 1948. Located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Kolkata, West Bengal
Affiliation and Recognition
Affiliated to the University of Calcutta at the Intermediate level.
Courses and Programmes Offered
BA Programmes
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Bengali – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in surendranath college in B.A.(Hons) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board and should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate and 45% marks in the related subject. · BA profile
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) English – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in surendranath college in B.A.(Hons) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board and should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate and 45% marks in the related subject.
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) History – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in surendranath college in B.A.(Hons) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board and should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate and 45% marks in the related subject.
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Journalism & Mass Communication – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in surendranath college in B.A.(Hons) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board and should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate and 45% marks in the related subject.
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Philosophy – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in surendranath college in B.A.(Hons) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board and should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate and 45% marks in the related subject.
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Political Science – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in surendranath college in B.A.(Hons) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board and should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate and 45% marks in the related subject.
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Psychology – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in surendranath college in B.A.(Hons) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board and should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate and 45% marks in the related subject.
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Sanskrit – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in surendranath college in B.A.(Hons) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board and should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate and 45% marks in the related subject.
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Sanskrit Literature – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in surendranath college in B.A.(Hons) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board and should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate and 45% marks in the related subject.
BCom Programmes
- Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) Accounting & Finance – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Com.(H) should have done XII from a recognized college/institute with at least 50% aggregate. · BCom profile
- Bachelor of Commerce(B.Com.) – 3 years – The candidate interested for B.Com in Surendranath College should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories).
BSc Programmes
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Biological Sciences – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc. should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject. · BSc profile
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Biology – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc.(H) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject.
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Botany – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc.(H) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject.
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Chemistry – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc.(H) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject.
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Computer Science – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc.(H) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject.
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Economics – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc.(H) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject.
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Geography – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc.(H) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject.
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Mathematics – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc.(H) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject.
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Microbiology – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc.(H) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject.
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Physics – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc.(H) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject.
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Physiology – 3 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc.(H) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject.
Course Fees at Surendranath College
BSc Fees
Recorded annual fee for most BSc: ₹3,770 per year.
Hostel, mess and other charges are additional and not included.
Admission Process and Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria by Programme
- BA: The candidate seeking admission in surendranath college in B.A.(Hons) should have done XII from a recognized institute/board and should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate and 45% marks in the related subject..
- BCom: The candidate seeking admission in the B.Com.(H) should have done XII from a recognized college/institute with at least 50% aggregate..
- BSc: The candidate seeking admission in the B.Sc. should have done XII from a recognized institute/board with at least 50% aggregate and 45% marks in the relevant subject..
How to Apply
Check the relevant programme eligibility, follow the mapped entrance-exam or university counselling route, and confirm dates, documents and fees on the official admission notice.
Placements and Recruiters
Placement Highlights by Programme
2023₹9 LPA
BCom (2023): Highest ₹9 LPA, Average ₹4 LPA.
Placement Data Disclaimer
Package units, currency and placement percentages are not fully specified in the source. Treat these figures as indicative and verify the latest official placement report.
Student Reviews and Ratings
Overall Student Ratings
- Total active reviews: 5
- Average overall rating: 4.0/5
- Infrastructure: 4.0/5
- Hostel: Not recorded
- Clubs/Activities: Not recorded
- Faculty: 3.5/5
- Admission: Not recorded
Faculty and Departments
Key Faculty Members
- Dr. Indranil Kar – Principal (M.Sc., Ph.D.)
- Subhabrata Bhattacharya – Associate Professor, Head of department of english (M.A.)
- Madhulina Bauri – Assistant Professor (M.A., M.Phil.)
- Dr.Asis Basu – Associate Professor, Hony, Faculty (M.Sc., Ph.D.)
- Dr. Prabir Kr. Bhaduri – Associate Professor (M.Com., B.Ed., M.Phil., Ph.D.)
Frequently asked questions
What are the main courses at Surendranath College?
Surendranath College lists Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Bengali, Bachelor of Arts (Hons) English, Bachelor of Arts (Hons) History, Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Journalism & Mass Communication, Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Philosophy, and other programmes.
What are the fees at Surendranath College?
Recorded total fees range from ₹3,770 to ₹3,770. Confirm current category and additional charges with the institution.
How are placements at Surendranath College?
Placement records are available for 1 programme-year record(s), including average and highest package values where reported.
What is the average package at Surendranath College?
The available placement records include average package values such as ₹4 LPA. Values can vary by year and programme.
What is the student rating of Surendranath College?
Surendranath College has an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 from 5 active review(s).
Is Surendranath College government or private?
Surendranath College is recorded as a private in the current profile data.
Where is Surendranath College located?
Surendranath College is listed in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Data note: Fees, placements, rankings and reviews are recorded evidence and may change by batch, category, role, recruiter mix or academic year. Verify the latest official information before applying.