Is PUBDET compulsory for all courses at Presidency University Kolkata?

No. PUBDET is required only for Category B subjects: History, Political Science, Chemistry, Economics, Life Sciences, and Statistics. Category A subjects (Bengali, English, Hindi, Physics, Mathematics, Geology, Geography, Biotechnology, Performing Arts, Philosophy, and Sociology) admit students purely on weighted Class 10 and Class 12 board scores.

What is the minimum percentage needed for UG admission at Presidency University Kolkata?

Candidates need at least 60% aggregate in the best four subjects (excluding Environmental Science) for BA (Hons) programmes. For BSc (Hons) programmes, the minimum aggregate is 70% in relevant science subjects. English is mandatory in both cases.

Who conducts the PUBDET and PUMDET exams for Presidency University admissions?

Both PUBDET and PUMDET are administered by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). PUBDET covers UG Category B admissions. PUMDET covers PG MA and MSc admissions. WBJEEB also runs the subsequent online counselling and seat allotment.

What is the PUBDET exam pattern for 2026?

PUBDET is an offline pen-and-paper MCQ test with 50 questions per paper. The duration is 90 minutes. Marking: +2 marks for each correct answer and -0.5 marks for each incorrect answer. A separate paper exists for each Category B subject.

Does Presidency University Kolkata offer direct admission or a management quota?

No. Presidency University does not offer a management quota or direct admission route. All UG, PG, and PhD seats are filled strictly through merit lists and WBJEEB-led online counselling. Paid seat routes do not exist here.

How many selection rounds does Presidency University hold for UG admission?

For 2026-27, Presidency University held at least four selection rounds for Category A subjects and at least two rounds for Category B subjects. Candidates on the waitlist may receive offers in later rounds based on seat availability.

What is the application fee for Presidency University Kolkata UG admission?

The PUBDET application fee is INR 500 for one subject paper. An additional INR 250 applies for each extra paper beyond the first. Category A merit-based applicants also pay INR 500 as the admission application fee. Payments are made online through the official portal.

Can final-year graduation students apply for PUMDET 2026?

Yes. Students appearing in their final year bachelors degree exam in 2026 may apply for PUMDET 2026. Their admission will be confirmed only after they submit final marksheets proving the required percentage (50% for MA, 55% for MSc).

What is the total fee for BA and BSc programmes at Presidency University Kolkata?

Total fees for the full 4-year BA (Hons) programme are around INR 9,500. BSc (Hons) total fees range from INR 10,500 to INR 13,400 depending on the subject. These figures make Presidency one of the most affordable high-quality universities in India. Exact fees may vary by subject.

What are the eligibility requirements for PhD admission at Presidency University Kolkata?

Candidates must have a Masters degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC, ST, and PwD) in the relevant subject. A valid UGC-NET or UGC-CSIR-NET certificate is mandatory. A research proposal of up to 500 words must also be submitted with the application. The application fee is INR 500.

Presidency University Kolkata MA: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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MA at Presidency University Kolkata is a 2-year Full Time PG Degree. The course is offered in 8 specializations. The most popular specializations include English, Political Science, History.

The total MA Fees at Presidency University Kolkata for 2025 - 2026 academic year is ₹ 6,180. This includes a total tuition fee of ₹ 3,840.

To be eligible for the Presidency University Kolkata MA program, candidates must have passed Graduation + PUMDET (or equivalent).

Read the section below for further details on Presidency University Kolkata MA admission 2025, fees, hostel fees, cutoff, placement, rankings and more.

Master of Arts [MA]

Total Fees:₹6,180

3.1(17 Reviews)8 Courses2 Years Full Time

(Based on 382 views last year)

Eligibility:

Graduation + PUMDET

Application Date:

8 Aug - 11 Aug 2026

English

₹6,180

3.8

(Based on 144 views last year)

Political Science

₹6,180

4.1

(Based on 52 views last year)

Presidency University Kolkata MA Fees

Presidency University Kolkata MA Fees 2025 - 2026 is ₹ 6,180 for the entire course duration. This is an increase of 21.18% (~₹1) from the previous year fee. Students must pay approximately ₹ 3,090 per year.

The total MA fees covers-

Total tuition fee of ₹ 3,840
Total other fee of ₹ 2,340

The hostel fees for Presidency University Kolkata is 9,160.

Based on 17 reviews and 479 views collected by Collegedunia last year, the most popular MA specialisation is English, Political Science, History.

MA English total fees is ₹ 6,180
MA Political Science total fees is ₹ 6,180
MA History total fees is ₹ 6,180

Quota:

Fee Type	Total Amount (INR)
tuition fees	₹ 3,840
other fees	₹ 2,340
total academic fees	₹ 6,180
hostel fees	₹9,160
total fees	₹ 15,340

* Fees is refundable

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Students must have Graduation + PUMDET to be eligible for MA admission at Presidency University Kolkata.

Presidency University Kolkata MA Admission Dates 2026

The application deadline for admission to Presidency University Kolkata MA program was August 08 - August 11, 2025.

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sarbani banerjee

Dec 28, 2022 22:46

After my 12 th standard , im intrested in bio science , should i apply for b.sc hons bio sc or any other course? what is the criteria or requirement for that course

Shikhar Srivas

Dec 30, 2022 01:19

Yes, if you are interested for B.Sc Bio Science hons course, then you can apply for PUBDET exam followed by counselling to get admission to the same. You need to have passed with 70% aggregate in 10+2 and 80% in Biology.

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