Maulana Azad College

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Maulana Azad College Kolkata celebrated Nowruz 2024 – Persian/Iranian New Year on March 21, 2024.

Maulana Azad College, Kolkata was established in 1924 and founded by Lord Lytton, the contemporary Governor of Bengal to promote Islamic learning and general education among the Muslim population. Maulana Azad College is accredited with an ‘A’ grade by NAAC, recognised as a ‘Centre of Potential for Excellence’ by UGC, and designated as a ‘DBT-STAR College’ by MHRD. Maulana Azad College, Kolkata is affiliated with the University of Calcutta and offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses; BA Urdu Hons, Bcom Accounting and Finance, BA Persian, BSc Economics Hons, BA Arabic Hons, BA Persian Hons, MA English, MA Urdu respectively. In total, the college offers 22 undergraduate courses and 3 postgraduate programmes. Undergraduate admissions to Maulana Azad College Kolkata are based on 10+2 exam performance, while postgraduate admissions for MA and M.Sc courses are merit-based for Calcutta University (CU) students and admission-based for CU and non-CU candidates. Scholarships are offered to admitted students such as Priyamvada Birla Scholarship, Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship and more.

The placement cell helps students in getting jobs from various companies. Maulana Azad College campus is spread over 5 acres of land and offers facilities like classrooms, auditoriums, laboratories, a canteen, a library, an auditorium, a sports facility, a medical facility, a gym, transport, hostels, and a counselling cell. The college has received prestigious financial support such as FIST from DST, Govt. of India, and BOOST from DBT, Govt. of West Bengal.

Maulana Azad College, Kolkata Location

Maulana Azad College is located at 8 Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Road, Kolkata, West Bengal. Sealdah Railway Station is the nearest railway station at a distance of 1.9 km from the campus. The nearest airport is the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport which is 20 km away from the campus. Students can take a bus from the Dharmatala Bus Stand, which is 5 minutes away from the college.

Maulana Azad College, Kolkata Highlights

Parameter	Description
Established	1926
Courses	6 Degrees and 25 Courses
Institute Type	Affiliated College
Gender	Co-ed
Student Count	2376
Faculty Count	96
Campus Size	5 acres
Gender Percentage	Male 56% and Female 44%

Maulana Azad College Fee Structure

Maulana Azad College fee is broken down into multiple components, such as tuition fee, hostel fee and one-time fee. The components in the total fee vary with the course selected by the students. However, the overall tuition fee for Maulana Azad College ranges between INR 2,460 and INR 4,845. Candidates seeking admission to Maulana Azad College courses can reach out to the admission office for fee waivers (if any). Candidates must note that this fee is sourced from the official website of the institute/ sanctioning body. But is subject to change. Find below Maulana Azad College courses along with their fee break-up:

Course Name	Time Fee	Tuition Fee	Hostel Fee
B.Sc.	NA	INR 4,845	INR 2,074
M.Sc.	NA	INR 3,840	INR 1,716
B.Com	NA	INR 3,825	INR 2,074
B.A.	NA	INR 2,460 – INR 3,435	INR 2,074
M.A.	NA	INR 3,000	INR 1,716

Maulana Azad College, Kolkata Admission Process

Candidates can apply for admission to MAC Kolkata for UG and PG courses. Admission to Maulana Azad College Kolkata is merit as well as entrance-based. Maulana Azad College UG admission is based on the academic performance of the candidates in 10+2, MAC Kolkata PG admission to MA and M.Sc courses is merit-based for students of Calcutta University (CU).

On the other hand, an admission test for CU and non-CU candidates. The merit list for PG admission at MAC Kolkata considers Hons marks at the graduate level. Candidates can check the seat intake below.

How to apply for Maulana Azad College Kolkata Admissions 2024?

Visit the official website of the Maulana Azad College and fill out the application form.
Submit academic details, upload documents as per the specified format and pay the application fee.
Take a preview of the form and then submit it.
Keep a physical copy of the application form for future reference.

Maulana Azad College Kolkata UG Admission 2024

The BA and B.Sc courses at MAC Kolkata are offered in disciplines like Statistics Hons, Physics Hons, Chemistry Hons, Mathematics Hons, Persian Hons, Arabic Hons and others.

MAC Kolkata UG Eligibility Criteria

Course	Seat Intake	Eligibility Criteria
BA	56 – 66	10+2
BA (Hons)	28 – 90	10+2
B.Sc (Hons)	22 – 58	60% in 10+2 and 60% in the relevant subject
B.Com Accounting and Finance Hons	70	10+2 in the Commerce stream

Maulana Azad College Kolkata UG Admission Process

Candidates after meeting the eligibility criteria should fill out the application form at Maulana Azad College.
After submitting the form, the applications of the candidates will be evaluated for the preparation of the merit list.
MAC Kolkata merit list will be prepared based on the 10+2 aggregate scores and marks obtained in the relevant subject.
Candidates whose names appear on the Maulana Azad College merit list should proceed with document verification.
After successful completion of document verification and payment of Maulana Azad Kolkata fees, candidates are granted admission.

Maulana Azad College Kolkata PG Admission 2024

Candidates are required to list the desired PG courses during the filling of the application form. The MA courses are offered in Urdu and English.

MAC Kolkata PG Eligibility Criteria

Course	Seat Intake	Eligibility Criteria
MA	27 – 37	60% marks in the Hons subject for Non-CU (Calcutta University) candidates and 50% for CU candidates.
M.Sc Zoology	28

Maulana Azad College Kolkata PG Admission Process

After meeting the PG eligibility criteria for MA and M.Sc courses, candidates should fill out the application form at Maulana Azad College.
After submitting the form, the applications of the candidates will be evaluated for the preparation of the merit list.
60% of seats will be filled based on merit for Calcutta University Honours graduates, while the remaining 40% will be filled through an admission test open to all candidates.
MAC Kolkata merit list for PG courses will be prepared based on the Graduation (Hons) percentage.
Candidates whose names appear on the Maulana Azad College merit list should proceed with document verification.
After successful completion of document verification and payment of Maulana Azad Kolkata fees, candidates are granted admission.

Maulana Azad College Kolkata Admissions: Documents Required

Mark sheet of Class X/XII
Pass Certificate of Class X/XII
Proof of age/date of birth (10th standard certificate/birth certificate)
Migration certificate
Character certificate from HOI
Caste certificate
PwD certificate
Passport-size photograph
Graduation certificate

Calcutta University Entrance Exam Last Round score (General-All India)

Course	2021
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Chemistry	532
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Statistics	465
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Zoology	462
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Physics	528
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Mathematics	426
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Microbiology	466
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Economics	431
B.A. (Hons.) in Bengali	390
B.A. (Hons.) in English	466
B.A. (Hons.) in Arabic	329
B.A. (Hons.) in Persian	264
B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science	326
B.A. (Hons.) in History	410
B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology	271
B.Com (Hons.)	416

Scholarship

The college extends all support deemed to be necessary to enable a student in pursuing academics despite the hardship and challenges he or she faces due to financial stress.
Fees concession (full free and half free) is sanctioned at the beginning of the academic session subject to the approval of DPI, W.B. Notification regarding fees concession will be displayed in the college notice board after the admission process is over.
Several student support schemes are available to the students who take admission on the basis of merit.
These include: Kanyashree for girl students pursuing higher studies
Support from WB Minoriries and Financial Development Corporation
Merit-cum-means scholarship of Government of West Bengal
Student Aid Fund, which is a fund generated by the students and for the students.
UGC single girl child fellowships Scholarship from state Urdu Academy Grant for handicapped students
National scholarship INSPIRE fellowship for meritorious students of science offered by the DST, Govt. of India.
Scholarship from West Bengal Minority Development & Financial Corporation is sanctioned for students belonging to the minority communities.
Scholarship to Differently Ambled students are sanctioned by W.B. Mass Education Department.
Scholarship to the students whose parents are Bidi workers are sanctioned by the Social Welfare Department, Government of India.
Scholarship from Private Sponsors / Endowment.

Infrastructure/Facilities

Hostel

Boys Hostel
Sports Complex

Maulana Azad College has a large playground in addition to the University Ground, which is close to the institute. The institute offers indoor and outdoor sports facility for Soccer, Cricket, Badminton, Table-Tennis, Carom, Chess and etc.
Labs

Available Facilities:

Computer Lab|Plant Tissue Culture Lab|Animal Tissue Culture Lab|Language Lab
Library
Cafeteria
Gym
Hospital / Medical Facilities
Wi-Fi Campus
Auditorium

Other Facilities:

Seminar Hall

Maulana Azad College, Kolkata Placements

According to Maulana Azad College placement data for the academic year 2018-19, out of 339 eligible students, 2 students got placement offers, while 204 opted for higher studies with a median salary of 2.25 lakhs in UG courses. Further, out of the batch strength of 66 in PG courses, 3 students got placement offers, while 20 opted for higher studies.

Maulana Azad College Kolkata placements are executed through the training and placement cell of the college. The Training and Placement Cell of Maulana Azad College offers training to the students and prepares them for the recruitment process. Maulana Azad College placement data can be useful for all those candidates who are desirous of seeking admission to the college.

Maulana Azad College Placements (2018-19 – UG Courses)

Batch strength	808
Total number of students eligible for placements	339
Total students placed	2
Median salary	INR 2,25,000
The number of students who opted for higher studies	204

Maulana Azad College Placement 2018-19 for PG Courses

Batch strength	66
Total number of students eligible for placements	66
Total students placed	3
Median salary	INR 2,57,000
The number of students who opted for higher studies	20

Students were placed in different companies like Marriot, Genentech, Indian Airlines, and Reliance as part of the recruitment program organised on the Maulana Azad College Kolkata campus.

Address:

8, Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Rd,Taltala, Kolkata, West Bengal Kolkata – 700013

Phone no:

033-29730203

Email:

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