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SKBU, or Sidho Kanho Birsha University, is a prominent public state university located in Purulia, West Bengal, established in 2010. The university holds Grade B+ accreditation from NAAC and is recognised by the UGC, AIU, and AICTE.
- SKBU offers 74+ courses across UG, PG, and doctoral levels, in the disciplines of Arts, Science and Commerce.
- MA, M.Sc. and M.Com are the most popular courses and admissions to the majority of the courses are based on merit in past qualifying examinations.
- 80% of the PG seats are reserved for students who have passed a bachelor’s degree from the same university.
- As per the NIRF report 2025, the median package for the PG (2-year) program stood at INR 6.42 LPA in 2024.
SKBU Important Dates 2026
Sidho Kanho Birsha University offers admission to its various courses based on merit in past qualifying examinations. The dates below are important dates based on the 2025 admission cycle.
| Events | Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| UG Application Submission Opens | April 1, 2026 |
| UG Application Submission Closes | May 31, 2026 |
| PG Application Submission Opens | August 8, 2026 |
| PG Application Submission Closes | August 25, 2026 |
| SKBU Entrance Test (PG) | June 1-15, 2026 |
| Merit List Release | June 2026 |
| Ph.D. Application Last Date | June 30, 2026 |
| Ph.D. RET/Interview | July 2026 |
SKBU Courses & Fees
Sidho Kanho Birsha University offers regular and self-financed courses from its main campus and 21 affiliated colleges. Students can find SKBU Courses and Fees in the table below -
| Courses | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility Criteria |
| B.A. (Hons) | INR 2,700 - 3,880 | 10+2 with relevant subjects |
| B.Sc. (Hons) | INR 3,960 - 9,000 | 10+2 with science subjects |
| B.Com | INR 10,000 | 10+2 with commerce/maths |
| B.Ed | INR 3,000 - 5,000 | Bachelor's degree |
| MA | INR 2,060 | Graduation in relevant streams with at least 50% marks. |
| M.Sc. | INR 2,860 | Graduation in relevant streams with at least 50% marks. |
| M.Com. | INR 3,420 - 10,450 | B.Com with at least 50% marks |
| MBA | INR 20,000 | Graduation in relevant streams with at least 50% marks |
| LLM | INR 50,000 | LLB (3-year or 5-year integrated course) |
SKBU Admission
Sidho Kanho Birsha University offers admission to its various courses based on merit in past qualifying examinations. The past qualifying exam for admission to UG courses is 10+2, and for admission to PG courses, it is a graduation in the relevant discipline.
Candidates need to fill out an online application form available on the official website of the university.
Eligibility Criteria
For UG Courses:
- Completion of 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board.
- Minimum 50% marks in relevant subjects.
- Subject-specific requirements for specialised courses.
For PG Courses:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from a recognised university.
- Minimum 55% marks (relaxation for reserved categories).
- Entrance test performance for selected programs.
For PhD:
- Candidates must have a Master's degree in the relevant field from a recognized university.
- Minimum 55% marks are required; relaxation of marks is allowed for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates as per university norms.
- Candidates need to qualify in any of the following national-level eligibility tests: UGC-NET, UGC-CSIR NET, GATE, SET, SLET, CEED, INSPIRE, WISE or any equivalent test recognised by SKBU.
SKBU Admission Process
- Online Application: Submit applications through the official SKBU website.
- Document Upload: Provide all required certificates and photographs.
- Fee Payment: Pay application fees online.
- Merit List: Check the published merit lists on the official website.
- Counselling: Attend counselling sessions for final admission.
Note: 80% of the PG seats are reserved for candidates who have passed their graduation from SKBU, and 20% of the seats are reserved for other universities candidates.
SKBU Placements
SKBU University has not released its official placement report for 2025. As per the NIRF report 2025, the median package for the PG (2-year) program stood at INR 6.42 LPA in 2024. The more detailed SKBU Placement statistics over the past few years are given below:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Students | 957 |
| Students Placed | 213 |
| Median Package (PG 2-year) | INR 6.42 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | TCS, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Cognizant, Infosys, HDFC Bank |
| See what Arindam Chattaraj, a student of M.Sc. (Chemistry), has to say about placement at SKBU Purulia In his words: “The campus placement of our university is quite good and it is getting better day by day. Especially our chemistry department is doing great in this field. Last year, our department almost hit 100% placements, and the highest package was INR 5 LPA”. Read More |
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SKBU Campus & Infrastructure
Sidho Kanho Birsha University is spread over 12 acres of campus. The campus is located on Ranchi Road, Purulia, near the Purulia Sainik School. There are several academic buildings, an administrative building, a library building, a student utility building, a student activity centre, a guest house, and hostels. A few of the important facilities available at the campus are as follows-
- Library: The campus has a central library with approximately 37,257 books, 103 print journals, and 262 e-journals.
- Laboratories & Research: Department-based labs: Chemistry, Physics, Botany, Zoology, Computer, etc. There’s a Central Scientific Instrumental Facility (CSIF) with advanced analytical equipment for research.
- Classrooms: Modern classrooms. Some with air-conditioning, WiFi, smart boards, and AV setups.
- Sports & Games: Outdoor and indoor sports facilities: grounds for football/cricket, courts for basketball, volleyball, etc. Recreational spaces.
- Canteen / Mess: Canteen/mess facility available, food at a reasonable cost.
Read More: SKBU Hostel
SKBU vs WBSU vs BU
Sidho Kanho Birsha University is often compared with similar universities such as West Bengal State University (WBSU) and University of Burdwan (BU). SKBU has been ranked 4 out of 5 by students on Collegedunia based on Academics, Faculty, and Infrastructure. The more detailed comparison of these universities is tabulated below-
| Parameter | SKBU | WBSU | BU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2010 | 2008 | 1960 |
| NIRF Ranking (Universities) | Not Ranked | Not Ranked | 36 (State Public Universities) |
| Total Students | 3,451+ | 8,000+ (estimated) | 30,000+ |
| Popular Courses | MBA, M.Sc, B.Sc, B.Com, BA (Hons) | B.Sc, BA, MBA, M.Sc, B.Ed | B.Sc, MBA, LLB, B.Ed, MA |
| Admission Process | Merit-based + SKBU Entrance Test | Merit + WBSU Entrance/CUET | Merit + Entrance (CAT/MAT/GATE/WBJEE) |
| Median Package (UG) | Not specified | INR 2.1 LPA | INR 1.76 LPA - INR 1.89 LPA |
| Median Package (PG) | INR 6.40 LPA (MBA) | INR 2.43 LPA | INR 2.43 LPA - INR 2.52 LPA |
| Annual Fees (UG) | INR 9,000 - INR 15,000 | INR 12,000 - INR 14,000 | INR 1,300 - INR 90,000 |
| Annual Fees (PG) | INR 20,000 - INR 40,000 | INR 12,000 - INR 14,000 | INR 1,800 - INR 48,000 |
| Hostel Culture | Basic facilities, affordable | Wi-Fi enabled, AC rooms, eco-friendly | Separate hostels, well-maintained |
| Hostel Capacity | Not specified | 100 students (50 boys + 50 girls) | 1,748 beds (951 boys + 797 girls) |
| Accreditation | NAAC B+ | NAAC B | NAAC (Accredited) |
| Approval | UGC, AIU, AICTE | UGC | UGC, AICTE |
| Departments | 28 | 31 (PG departments) | 100+ |
SKBU FAQs
Ques. What is the examination pattern at SKBU?
Ans. SKBU follows a semester system with theory papers (40 marks external + 10 marks internal), practical examinations (50 marks), and continuous assessment.
Ques. How much does it cost to fill up the form in SKBU?
Ans. The fee to fill up the admission form for SKBU (Sidho Kanho Birsha University) is:
- For general candidates: INR 100
- For SC/ST/Differently Abled candidates: INR 50 to INR 500 (varies as per course and category)
- For PhD admission application, the fee is INR 1,000 for general candidates and INR 500 for reserved categories.
This application fee is paid online via debit card, credit card, or net banking during the registration process on the official SKBU website.
Ques. How can I check my SKBU application status?
Ans. Students can check their application status by logging into the SKBU admission portal using their application ID and password through the official website.
Ques. Where can I find SKBU syllabus?
Ans. Complete SKBU syllabus is available at syllabus.skbu.ac.in with subject-wise curriculum details for all UG and PG programs.
Ques. Are old question papers available for SKBU?
Ans. Yes, SKBU old question papers are available from 2016 onwards through the official website portal and can be accessed at skbuonline.in/oldQP/.
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The selection process is purely merit based for the postgraduate courses, though an entrance examination may be conducted at the discretion of the University. An entrance examination as well as viva voce / personal interview is conducted for admission to the Research programme. Students with valid score in GATE, SET or UGC NET are exempted from the entrance exam. Those students have to appear only in the personal interview round conducted by the University.
The last date for admission to SKBK Purulia has already been over by September 15th 2023.
Application to hostel can be done in the application form itself and you need not fill anything else.
Is admission available?
The admissions are closed now. So you can not take admission for 2023 now.
The average first-year fee of M.Sc. Computer Science is 4,720. The second-year fee is INR 3,920.