University of Calcutta MBA : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for MBA at Calcutta University is INR 5,64,000 for the 2-year duration, payable as INR 2,82,000 per year as per the DBM fee schedule. An application fee of INR 1,500 is charged for General and OBC candidates, reduced to INR 750 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. Fees are payable in instalments as prescribed by the Department of Business Management.

Ans. A valid CAT 2026 score is mandatory for admission to the MBA programme at Calcutta University’s Department of Business Management. CAT 2026 registration is expected to open on August 1, 2026, with the exam tentatively scheduled for November 30, 2026. Shortlisted candidates are then called for a Group Discussion and Personal Interview at the DBM Alipore campus in March to April 2027.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline of minimum 3 years from a recognized university with a minimum 50 percent aggregate in the qualifying degree, relaxed to 45 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates. Final-year undergraduate candidates are also eligible to apply, provided the final marks card is submitted by the date prescribed by DBM. A valid CAT 2026 score is required for all applicants.

Ans. After initial shortlisting based on CAT scores, candidates are invited for a Group Discussion held at the Department of Business Management on the Alipore campus. Candidates who clear the GD round proceed to the Personal Interview conducted by DBM faculty and external experts. The final merit list is prepared based on a composite score of CAT percentile, GD performance, and PI score. Final selection is announced in May to June 2027.

Ans. MBA graduates from Calcutta University can pursue roles in banking, financial services, consulting, FMCG, and public sector management. Common job profiles include management trainee, business analyst, finance manager, marketing executive, and HR manager. Graduates also appear for public sector management exams and central government roles. Many alumni pursue careers in eastern India where the CU DBM brand holds strong recognition among local employers.

Ans. Yes. MBA students at Calcutta University can apply for the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship (INR 18,000 per year for those with 60 percent and above in the qualifying degree and family income below INR 2,50,000), the West Bengal Post-Matric Scholarship (up to INR 10,000 per year for SC/ST/OBC students), and the Kanyashree K3 stipend (INR 2,000 per month for eligible female students). All applications are submitted through the West Bengal e-District portal.