University of Calcutta B.Ed : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for B.Ed at Calcutta University is INR 24,000 for the 2-year duration, payable as INR 12,000 per year at the time of each year’s enrolment. An application fee of INR 300 is charged at the time of registration, which is reduced to INR 150 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. No additional tuition charges are levied beyond the stated annual fee.

Ans. No. Calcutta University does not conduct an entrance test for B.Ed admission. Selection is entirely merit-based, based on marks obtained in the qualifying degree and document verification. Candidates must have 50% marks in a Bachelor's/Master's degree (or 55% in B.E./B.Tech. with Science & Mathematics). A 5% relaxation is available for SC/ST/PwD candidates.

Ans. The B.Ed programme offers pedagogy in 13 teaching subjects, including Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science, Commerce, Bengali, English, History, Education, and other school subjects. The pedagogy subject is allotted based on the candidate's qualifying degree and seat availability during counselling.

Ans. Yes. After completing the B.Ed programme, graduates are eligible to appear for WB TET and CTET, subject to the eligibility criteria prescribed by the respective examination authorities. The programme is suitable for candidates aiming for teaching careers in West Bengal government and other recognized schools.

Ans. Candidates called for counselling must bring original mark sheets of the qualifying degree, class 10 and class 12 certificates, a valid photo identity proof, category certificate (if applicable), a recent passport-size photograph, and proof of payment of the application fee. All original documents are verified at the counselling venue, and seat confirmation is subject to document clearance. Failure to produce originals may result in cancellation of allotment.

Ans. Yes. B.Ed students at Calcutta University can apply for the West Bengal Post-Matric Scholarship (up to INR 10,000 per year for SC/ST/OBC students with family income below INR 2,50,000), the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship (INR 12,000 per year for those with 60 percent and above in the qualifying exam), and the Minority Community Scholarship (up to INR 20,000 per year). Applications are submitted through the West Bengal e-District portal. Minimum 75 percent attendance is required.