Kalimpong College is one of the oldest colleges in West Bengal, established in the year 1962. It is affiliated to the University of North Bengal, accredited with Grade B++ by NAAC. Also recognised by UGC.
Kalimpong College is a government aided college which offers a variety of undergraduate courses in the science, commerce and arts fields. All admissions are based on scores obtained in the previous qualifying examination.
Kalimpong College Highlights
| Established | Type | 1962 | Government |
| Approved by | UGC |
| Affiliated to | University of North Bengal |
| Accredited by | NAAC |
| Courses offered | 7 Courses across 4 streams. |
| Application mode | Online/Offline |
| Admission criteria | Merit based |
| Facilities | Library, Sports, Labs, etc. |
| Official website | http://kalimpongcollege.org.in |
Kalimpong College, Kalimpong Courses Offered
The college offers courses across 4 streams, i.e., Science, Commerce, arts and Tourism. Apart from the choice in course, they have a wide variety of subjects to choose from.
| Courses | Course Details | Selection Basis |
|---|---|---|
| B.A (General) | Subjects: Nepali,English, Hindi,Modern Tibetan, History,Political Science, Philosophy, Economics, Sociology, Geography Duration – 3 years Eligibility- Each candidate must have passed 10+2 with at least 4 subjects excluding environmental science in an exam conducted by state authorities. |
Merit based |
| B.A (Hons) | Subjects: English, History, Nepali, Political Science, Philosophy,Economics, Geography Duration – 3 years Eligibility - The candidate must obtain 55% aggregate marks or 60% in the corresponding subject with 50% aggregate marks in the last qualifying examination. |
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| B.Sc (Gen) | Subjects: Botany, Zoology, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography Duration – 3 years Eligibility- Each candidate must have passed 10+2 with at least 4 subjects excluding environmental science in an exam conducted by state authorities. |
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| B.Sc (Hons) | Subjects - Botany, Zoology, Mathematics, Geography, Economics Duration – 3 years Eligibility - The candidate must obtain 55% aggregate marks or 60% in the corresponding subject with 50% aggregate marks in the last qualifying examination. |
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| B.Com (Gen) | Duration – 3 years Eligibility-Each candidate must have passed 10+2 with at least 4 subjects excluding environmental science in an exam conducted by state authorities. |
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| B.Com (Hons) | Duration – 3 years Eligibility - The candidate must obtain 55% aggregate marks or 60% in the corresponding subject with 50% aggregate marks in the last qualifying examination. |
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| BBA | Duration – 3 years Eligibility- Candidate should have passed in any Stream at the qualifying examination. |
Kalimpong College Admission
The admissions in Kalimpong College occurs on the basis of merit.
Due to the current pandemic, all the admission processes are occurring online through their online portal.
Every student who wishes to take admission in the college has to fill the form and upload the necessary documents and pay the necessary fees through the online portal mode.
How to apply?
- Eligible candidates have to fill the form, by putting in their name, Age, 10+2 marks etc
- Upload aadhar card, Caste certificate and if applicable PH certificate.
- Upload the 12th mark sheet, and leaving certificate, passport size photograph and other necessary documents.
- Then click on submit.
- Wait for the merit list to be uploaded on the official website of the college.
- If you are selected, then complete the admission process by paying the Admission fee through the given mode of payment.
Documents required at the time of verification (in duplicate)
- 2 Copies of Downloaded Admission form (Paste extra photo on it.)
- Self-attested mark-sheet of HS or its equivalent (2 copies both side Xerox)
- Self-attested Admit card of HS and MP or its equivalent examinations.
- Self-attested Pass Certificate of H.S or equivalent.
- Self-attested Transfer/Character certificate.
- Original migration certificate (for migrating candidates only)
- Self-attested copy of the certificate of SC/ST/OBC-A & B, if any
Kalimpong College Placement
The students passing out from this college have been recruited in some really good company’s and have achieved great success in their lives.
| Academic Year | No. of students placed | Median salary of Placed graduates |
|---|---|---|
| 2015-16 | 5 | INR 85,000 |
| 2016-17 | 4 | INR 1,50,000 |
Kalimpong College Facilities
The following facilities are available at Kalimpong College:
- The college is equipped with high-class library with a wide variety of books
- The college has a huge ground and conducts sports activities. The college also has an NSS unit, which aims to promote national consciousness and inculcate a sense of social responsibility
- The labs in the college are highly equipped with modern apparatus for science and commerce students.
Kalimpong College Faculty
The college has a highly qualified team of teachers. Each teacher is well educated and has a fair share of practical knowledge in their respective fields.
- SACT: 20
- Associate Professors: 70
FAQs
Ques. How can we submit documents during COVID time for admission to Kalimpong College?
Ans. Documents submission and verification are paused till further government directions. As of now, candidates do not have to physically verify documents.
Ques. How many courses are available at Kalimpong College?
Ans. There are 7 courses namely B.A, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA and Tourism and travel Management and Functional English in 4 subjects are available in the college. General programs and honors are also available in the college.
Ques. How can we take admission to Kalimpong College?
Ans. the admission can be done through the online portal method. The merit list will be announced on the official webpage after which fees is to be paid to confirm the admission.
Ques. How is the selection process done at Kalimpong College?
Ans. The selection is done on a merit basis. The marks of the qualifying examination are considered for the merit list.
Ques. Which are some of the notable alumni of Kalimpong College?
Ans. Some of the notable alumni from the Kalimpong College are:
- Chewan Pd. Dhakal- Chief Election Officer, Govt. of Sikkim
- Sri Kuber Prasad Dahal- Secretary, Food and Supplies, Govt. Of Sikkim
- Prof Tanka BahadurSubba- Vice Chancellor, Sikkim University
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All admissions are based on scores obtained in the previous qualifying examination. You can apply online or offline for admission the Kalimpong College.