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RCC Institute of Information Technology (RCCIIT) is a government-aided autonomous engineering institute established in 1999 at Beliaghata, Kolkata, West Bengal. It was founded as a joint venture between the National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ministry of Electronics and IT, Government of India, and the Department of Higher Education, Government of West Bengal. RCCIIT is affiliated with Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), approved by AICTE, and holds a NAAC A grade accreditation.
In NIRF Innovation Rankings, RCCIIT falls in the 51 to 100 band (2022-23). The institute does not appear in a separate NIRF Engineering rank.
The campus is located at Canal South Road, Beliaghata, Kolkata 700015, with direct connectivity to the city via the Beliaghata and Sealdah transport corridors.
- B.Tech: CSE, IT, AI and Machine Learning, ECE, Electrical Engineering (4 years, MAKAUT)
- MCA: Master of Computer Applications, 2 years
- M.Tech: CSE, AI, Microelectronics and VLSI Design (2 years, MAKAUT)
- BCA: Bachelor of Computer Applications, 4 years
- B.Sc (CS): Bachelor of Science (Computer Science), 4 years
Total B.Tech fees are INR 6.04 Lakhs for the 4-year programme. M.Tech total fees are INR 1.81 Lakhs and MCA total fees are INR 3.19 Lakhs.
The 2024-25 placement season reported a highest package of INR 14 LPA and an average of INR 4.80 LPA, with a placement rate of 80 to 90 per cent.
RCCIIT Kolkata Admission Dates 2027
Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year at RCCIIT are based on WBJEE 2026 and JEE Main 2026 counselling, which concluded in August 2026. The next cycle (2027-28) opens with WBJEE registration in January to February 2027.
| Event | 2026-27 Cycle (Concluded) | 2027-28 Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|
| WBJEE Registration | January to February 2026 | January to February 2027 |
| WBJEE Exam | April 2026 | April 2027 |
| WBJEE Counselling / JOSAA Round | June to August 2026 | June to August 2027 |
| Reporting and Admission Confirmation | August 2026 | August 2027 |
| Classes Commence | September 2026 | September 2027 |
MCA and M.Tech admissions follow MAKAUT centralised counselling after MAKAUT/JEMAT scores. B.Tech lateral entry applicants apply through WBJEEB (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board) JELET counselling.
| Programme | Entrance Exam | Admission Route |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | WBJEE / JEE Main | WBJEEB centralised counselling |
| B.Tech Lateral | JELET (West Bengal) | WBJEEB counselling, direct Year 2 |
| M.Tech | GATE / MAKAUT entrance | MAKAUT centralised counselling |
| MCA | JEMAT / CUET PG | MAKAUT centralised counselling |
| BCA / B.Sc (CS) | Merit-based / CUET UG | MAKAUT centralised or direct |
RCCIIT Kolkata Courses and Fees
RCCIIT offers B.Tech in five specialisations, along with MCA, three M.Tech specialisations, BCA, and B.Sc (CS). The institute specialises in Computer Science, IT, AI, and Electronics disciplines. Total B.Tech fees are INR 6.04 Lakhs across all specialisations.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% marks | INR 6.04 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (IT) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% marks | INR 6.04 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (AI and ML) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% marks | INR 6.04 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (ECE) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% marks | INR 6.04 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Electrical Engineering) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% marks | INR 6.04 Lakhs |
| MCA | 2 years | Graduation with Mathematics with 50% marks | INR 3.19 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (CSE / AI / Microelectronics and VLSI) | 2 years | B.Tech/BE with 60% marks and valid GATE | INR 1.81 Lakhs |
| BCA | 4 years | 10+2 any stream with Mathematics | INR 3.46 Lakhs |
| B.Sc (CS) | 4 years | 10+2 any stream with Mathematics | INR 3.46 Lakhs |
RCCIIT’s M.Tech intake covers three specialisations: CSE, Artificial Intelligence, and Microelectronics and VLSI Design. M.Tech fees at INR 1.81 Lakhs total represent one of the more affordable PG engineering programmes in Kolkata’s government-aided college segment.
RCCIIT Kolkata Admission Process
B.Tech Admission
B.Tech admission at RCCIIT is through WBJEEB (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board) centralised counselling, using WBJEE or JEE Main scores.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM) and minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories in West Bengal)
- Entrance: Valid WBJEE rank or JEE Main score. WBJEE is mandatory for West Bengal state quota seats.
- Process: Online registration on WBJEEB portal, choice filling of college and branch preferences, seat allotment, document verification, fee payment, reporting to institute.
- Lateral Entry: Diploma holders apply through JELET (Joint Entrance Lateral Entry Test, West Bengal) for direct admission to Year 2.
RCCIIT’s CSE branch is typically the most competitive branch for WBJEE cutoff, followed by IT and AI/ML. EE and ECE branches have lower cutoff ranks. All branches are AICTE approved and MAKAUT affiliated.
M.Tech Admission
M.Tech admission is through MAKAUT centralised counselling. A valid GATE score is preferred for CSE and AI specialisations.
- Eligibility: B.Tech/B.E. in relevant discipline with minimum 60% aggregate
- Entrance: GATE score (preferred) or MAKAUT entrance test
- Specialisations: CSE, Artificial Intelligence, Microelectronics and VLSI Design
MCA Admission
MCA admission is through JEMAT (Joint Entrance for MCA and Applications) or CUET PG score via MAKAUT counselling. Eligibility is graduation with Mathematics with minimum 50% aggregate.
RCCIIT Kolkata Placements
RCCIIT conducts annual campus placement drives facilitated by its Training and Placement Cell. The 2024-25 placement season recorded a highest package of INR 14 LPA and an average of INR 4.80 LPA. Placement rates are reported at 80 to 90 per cent of eligible registered students.
| Metric | 2024-25 (Reported) |
|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 14 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 4.80 LPA |
| Placement Rate | 80 to 90 per cent |
| Total Offers | 350 (2023-24 data) |
Core recruiters include TCS, Cognizant, Tech Mahindra, HCL, Wipro, BMC Software, and Johnson Controls. RCCIIT CSE and IT graduates are primarily absorbed into IT services, product, and consulting roles in the NCR, Kolkata, and Bengaluru job markets. AI and ML specialisation graduates increasingly receive offers from analytics and AI-first product companies.
RCCIIT Kolkata Rankings
RCCIIT has been ranked in the 51 to 100 Innovation band by NIRF (2022-23), reflecting its standing in innovation and research output relative to other Indian technical institutes. It does not appear in NIRF Engineering or Overall rankings.
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank / Band | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Innovation | 51 to 100 band | 2022-23 |
NAAC A grade accreditation further validates the institute’s academic quality and governance standards. RCCIIT’s Innovation band ranking is notable for a college of its size given that most engineering colleges in the MAKAUT affiliate group do not appear in NIRF at all.
RCCIIT Kolkata Campus and Infrastructure
RCCIIT is located at Canal South Road, Beliaghata, Kolkata 700015. The campus is accessible via the Sealdah suburban rail corridor and several city bus routes connecting to central Kolkata and the eastern suburbs.
Campus facilities include dedicated computer labs, Electronics and Communication labs, an Electrical Machines lab, and an AI and Data Science lab aligned with the newer specialisation tracks. The central library has subscriptions to IEEE and Springer digital libraries. The institute runs a technical society (ISTE chapter) and several coding clubs that organise annual hackathons in association with industry partners.
Hostel facilities are not available on campus. Students typically arrange private accommodation in the Beliaghata, Ultadanga, and Phoolbagan areas, which have a range of affordable PG accommodation options close to the institute.
RCCIIT Kolkata vs Heritage Institute of Technology vs Techno Main Salt Lake
West Bengal engineering aspirants in the IT and CS streams frequently compare RCCIIT Kolkata with Heritage Institute of Technology (HIT) Kolkata and Techno Main Salt Lake, Kolkata. All three are MAKAUT-affiliated private or government-aided engineering colleges in Kolkata offering B.Tech in CS or IT disciplines.
| Parameter | RCCIIT | Heritage Institute of Technology | Techno Main Salt Lake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Beliaghata, Kolkata | Chowbaga, Kolkata | Salt Lake, Kolkata |
| Established | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 |
| Institution Type | Government-aided, NIC + Govt. WB | Private (MAKAUT) | Private (MAKAUT) |
| NAAC Grade | A | A | A |
| B.Tech Total Fees | INR 6.04 Lakhs | INR 7 to 9 Lakhs | INR 6 to 8 Lakhs |
| Highest Placement (Reported) | INR 14 LPA | INR 18 to 22 LPA | INR 12 to 16 LPA |
| Average Placement | INR 4.80 LPA | INR 5 to 7 LPA | INR 5 to 6 LPA |
| NIRF Rank | Innovation: 51 to 100 band | Not in NIRF | Not in NIRF |
RCCIIT’s government-aided status results in lower fees than its private-sector peers, and its NIC founding partnership provides strong linkages with the government IT ecosystem. Heritage Institute of Technology reports higher placement packages and has a larger campus, while Techno Main Salt Lake benefits from Salt Lake’s proximity to the IT sector and the eastern India tech hub. All three have comparable MAKAUT-affiliated academic programmes.
RCCIIT Kolkata FAQs
Ques. Is RCCIIT Kolkata a government college?
Ans. RCCIIT is a government-aided private engineering institute established as a joint venture between the National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ministry of Electronics and IT, Government of India, and the Department of Higher Education, Government of West Bengal. It is affiliated with MAKAUT and approved by AICTE. Government-aided status means fees are regulated and lower than purely private engineering colleges in West Bengal.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at RCCIIT Kolkata?
Ans. Total B.Tech fees at RCCIIT are INR 6.04 Lakhs for the 4-year programme across all five specialisations (CSE, IT, AI and ML, ECE, EE). M.Tech total fees are INR 1.81 Lakhs. MCA total fees are INR 3.19 Lakhs. BCA and B.Sc (CS) are INR 3.46 Lakhs total each.
Ques. Which entrance exam is used for B.Tech admission at RCCIIT?
Ans. B.Tech admission at RCCIIT is through WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination) or JEE Main scores, processed via WBJEEB centralised counselling. WBJEE is mandatory for state quota seats. The exam is typically held in April, with counselling in June to August. Diploma holders can apply through JELET for lateral entry to Year 2.
Ques. What are the placement statistics at RCCIIT?
Ans. In the 2024-25 placement season, the highest package at RCCIIT was INR 14 LPA and the average package was INR 4.80 LPA. Placement rates are reported at 80 to 90 per cent of eligible students. Key recruiters include TCS, Cognizant, Tech Mahindra, HCL, Wipro, and BMC Software.
Ques. Is RCCIIT Kolkata NAAC accredited?
Ans. Yes. RCCIIT holds a NAAC A grade accreditation, which reflects a strong assessment across curriculum, governance, research, and student outcomes. The institute is also ranked in the 51 to 100 band under the NIRF Innovation category (2022-23) and is AICTE approved.
Ques. Does RCCIIT Kolkata have a hostel?
Ans. No. RCCIIT does not have on-campus hostel facilities. Students typically arrange private accommodation in the Beliaghata, Ultadanga, and Phoolbagan areas near the campus. The institute is well connected via Sealdah suburban rail and city bus routes, making it accessible from most parts of Kolkata.
Ques. When do RCCIIT admissions open for 2027?
Ans. RCCIIT admissions for the 2027-28 academic session are expected to open with WBJEE 2027 registration in January to February 2027. The WBJEE exam is typically held in April, with WBJEEB counselling running from June to August 2027. Candidates can monitor the WBJEEB official portal for exact dates.
Ques. What is the NIRF rank of RCCIIT Kolkata?
Ans. RCCIIT appears in the NIRF Innovation category in the 51 to 100 band (2022-23). It does not appear in the NIRF Engineering or Overall rankings. This Innovation band placement is notable in the context of MAKAUT-affiliated colleges, most of which do not appear in NIRF at all.
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