What are the labs and library facilities like?

Bethune has fully furnished laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Psychology, and Computer Science. There is a central library containing more than 50,000 books, journals, and e-access resources. It also has a Braille section and reading area, and internet facilities are provided for academic purposes.

Where is the hostel, and what does it provide?

The hostel is in Salt Lake (Karunamoyee), apart from the main Bidhan Sarani campus. It accommodates about 150 students and provides shared non-AC rooms, mess, study rooms, common rooms, and 247 security. There is a college bus to transport students to the main campus. Students like the safety, cleanliness, and organized ambiance, and it makes for a safe choice for outstation candidates.

What is the alumni network of the college like?

Bethune College boasts a proud and expanding alumni network, with ex-students performing well in:Civil Services (IAS, WBCS)Academia (Professors, Researchers)Media and Literature (Authors, Filmmakers)Corporate (Marketing, HR, Data Analysts)Some notable alumni includeSaheli Chatterjee :- Entrepreneur and founder, AmbiFemSwarnali Dey :- AIR 1 in CSIR-UGC NET (Botany)Abhishikta Dhar :- Award-winning short filmmakerThe Bethune College Alumni Association is involved in mentoring, fundraising, and organizing reunion events.

How is the placement process in Bethune College?

Bethune College has a separate Career Counselling and Placement Cell that organizes all the placement activities. Though it's more of an academic institute, the college has been experiencing steady placement success in recent years.The process usually includes:Pre-placement training: Soft skills, group discussions, CV writing, interview techniques.Campus drives: Companies such as TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, Infosys, Genpact, Barclays, and Netscribes have recruited on campus.Online and hybrid drives: There are companies that conduct online interviews or selection tests.Average package: INR 3 - 4 LPA for the majority of positions.Highest reported package: Approximately INR 89 LPA in previous years (especially for digital marketing and content positions).Students from departments such as English, Psychology, Commerce, and Computer Science tend to get placement in fields such as:IT and BPOContent and digital mediaMarket researchEducation and ed-techHR and administrative jobs

Are internships supported by the college?

Yes. Though not a compulsory part of all UG courses, the college seriously supports internships, particularly for students in:Psychology (clinical and counseling internships)English and Mass Comm. (content writing, publishing, digital media)Computer Science (web development, data entry, coding internships)Economics and Commerce (market analysis, business research)The college arranges internship recommendations and issues NOCs (No Objection Certificates) if needed by companies. A few departments have their own industry connections and academic collaborators to assist students in finding off-campus internships.

What career guidance services are offered to students?

Bethune College places great emphasis on career preparation. The Career Counselling Cell:Organizes career awareness programs (for civil services, research, government service).Hosts alumni and industry professionals for lectures.Provides mentorship for postgraduate courses such as Master's programs, MPhil, PhD, and foreign university admissions.Empowers students appearing for NET, SET, GATE, CAT, and other competitive examinations.Conducts mock interviews and aptitude tests in association with career counselors and coaches.

Can students pursue jobs and PG simultaneously?

Though not regular while pursuing the full-time UG or PG programs because of class attendance rules, some opt for freelance or part-time assignments after college timings. Bethune's class timings (10:30 AM to 4:30 PM) allow for the following to be pursued:Freelance content writingOnline teachingInterning with NGOsPsychology tele-counselingCoding bootcamps or design workshops

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Bethune College Kolkata BA {Hons.} History: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Simla Machuabazar, KolkataEstd 1879 University of Calcutta Kolkata, Kolkata NAAC Grade A

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Bethune College Kolkata BA {Hons.} History is offered as 3 Years Full Time program, with total intake of 46 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for BA {Hons.} is 10+2. The total fees for Bethune College Kolkata BA {Hons.} History in 2024 is ₹ 12,186 for the complete course duration, which includes total tuition fees of ₹ 12,186. Earlier, the fees in 2020 - 2021 for BA {Hons.} History was ₹ 3,543.

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BA {Hons.} History at Bethune College Kolkata is a 3 Years Degree. The course is offered On Campus as a Full Time program. Bethune College Kolkata BA {Hons.} History First Year Fees is INR 4,062 for 2024.

Bethune College Kolkata offers a total of 46 seats for BA {Hons.} History. Candidates must have at least 10+2 to be eligible for admissions. Check Bethune College Kolkata Admission 2025

According to India Today Rankings 2024 for Arts, Bethune College Kolkata ranks 80 out of 186 in India. In Kolkata, the institute is ranked 3rd by India Today. Earlier, the institute ranked 73 out of 173 institutes in India.

Bethune College Kolkata BA {Hons.} History Fees 2025

Bethune College Kolkata BA {Hons.} History Fee has not been released yet. For reference you can check the previous year academic fees in the section below.

Bethune College Kolkata BA {Hons.} History Previous Fees

Fees (2024 - 2025)	Year 1 (in INR)		Year 2 (in INR)		Year 3 (in INR)
Semester	1	2	3	4	5	6
Tuition Fees	2031	2031	2031	2031	2031	2031
Semester Wise Fees	2031	2031	2031	2031	2031	2031
Yearly Fees	4062		4062		4062

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Bethune College Kolkata BA {Hons.} History Admission 2025

The minimum eligibility for admission to BA {Hons.} History at Bethune College Kolkata is 10+2.

Bethune College Kolkata Ranking 2025

Bethune College Kolkata ranking 2025 has not been released. You can check the agency wise previous year national ranking below.

Ranking Agency	Latest	Previous
	#80 out of 186 (2024) #3rd Kolkata #3 West Bengal	#73 out of 173 (2023) #3rd Kolkata #3 West Bengal
	#75 out of 114 (2024) #2nd Kolkata #2 West Bengal	#76 out of 115 (2023) #2nd Kolkata #2 West Bengal

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Eligibility Criteria

Candidates seeking admission should have done 10+2.

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Bachelor of Arts [BA] {Hons.} (History)

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Tuition fees	₹2031	₹2031	₹2031	₹2031	₹2031	₹2031
Semester Wise Fees	₹2031	₹2031	₹2031	₹2031	₹2031	₹2031
Yearly Fees	₹4,062		₹4,062		₹4,062

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Dates for Online Registration for Phase I WB Cap 2025 [BA]	Jun 18, 2025 - Jul 25, 2025
WB-CAP registration	Jun 18, 2025 - Jul 01, 2025

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Bethune College Kolkata Bachelor of Arts [BA] {Hons.} (History) Ranking

Bethune College Kolkata Arts ranking by India Today is 80 out of 186 in India in 2024 and it was ranked 73 out of 173 in India in 2023. Bethune College Kolkata Arts ranking by Outlook is 75 out of 114 in India in 2024 and it was ranked 76 out of 115 in India in 2023

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#80 out of 186 in India 2024

#3rd in Kolkata

#3 in West Bengal

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#75 out of 114 in India 2024

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Bethune College Kolkata: 1 Answered Question

How much percentage do I need to acquire to get an admission in Lady Brabourne College or Bethune College in Kolkata for History honours?

Adrita BoseB.A English Literature, Lady Brabourne College (2013)

It will depend on the cut-off marks as set up by the college. It differs from year to year. If you score above 85 your chances of getting selected in the first round will be easier.

Later it will gradually drop down to 75-80. This will also vary among students of reserved and unreserved categories. Students belonging to reserved categories might require a lower score like 70-75, which can drop down to 60-65, depending on the course and the college’s set cut off.

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