The Certificate Course in German at the University of Calcutta is a one-year evening programme offered by the Department of Modern European Languages, providing structured training in German script, grammar, reading comprehension, and spoken communication. Designed for working professionals, students, and language enthusiasts in Kolkata, the course provides a formal University of Calcutta credential and qualifies learners for the Diploma Course in German at the University.
📋 Admission Status: Applications for the 2026-27 session of the Certificate Course in German are processed through the Department of Languages under the official admission notification on caluniv.ac.in, with classes held in the evening shift starting August 2026.
Key Points
- Covers German script, grammar, and spoken communication
- One-year evening programme at University of Calcutta
- Total programme fee: INR 1,840 for full course
- Open to 10+2 pass candidates from all streams
- Evening classes suit working professionals and students
University of Calcutta Cert. German Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (1 year, INR 125 per month) | INR 1,500 |
| Admission Fee (one time) | INR 100 |
| Examination Fee | INR 140 |
| Application Fee (one time) | INR 100 |
| Total Programme Fee | INR 1,840 |
- Monthly tuition is INR 125 payable over twelve months.
- Total programme fee for the course is INR 1,840.
- Fee covers tuition, admission, and examination charges.
- SC, ST, OBC candidates may apply for the WB Post-Matric Scholarship.
University of Calcutta Cert. German Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Online Application Last Date | July 15, 2026 |
| UG Admission Notification | May 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | June 2026 |
| Merit List / Admission Test Result | July 2026 |
| Counselling and Document Verification | August 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
- Apply at cuugadmission.in, the University of Calcutta UG admission portal.
- Merit-based on qualifying 10+2 marks with subject weightage as prescribed.
- Interview or test may be conducted by the Department where prescribed.
- Confirm seat via document verification and fee payment at the Department.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary (10+2) examination from the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education or an equivalent recognised board in any stream.
- Candidates already pursuing or having completed an undergraduate or postgraduate programme at the University of Calcutta or an equivalent recognised university are also eligible to apply for the Certificate Course in German.
- Final selection is based on the merit list prepared by the Department of Languages on the basis of qualifying examination marks and an admission interview conducted by the Department where prescribed.
Admission Process
- Watch for the UG admission notification on the official University of Calcutta website at caluniv.ac.in and the centralised UG admission portal at cuugadmission.in.
- Register on the UG admission portal with a valid email ID and mobile number and complete the online application form for the chosen programme.
- Pay the application fee online (INR 400 for General and OBC, INR 200 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates).
- Upload scanned copies of 10+2 mark sheet, identity proof, photograph, signature, category certificate, and any other documents specified in the admission brochure.
- Appear for the CU UG admission test or submit a valid CUET-UG score where applicable, or wait for the published merit list on the Department or affiliated college portal.
- Attend counselling and document verification at the Department or affiliated college and pay the admission and session fees to confirm the seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- Working professionals seeking German skills for career use
- Students learning German as a secondary evening activity
- Candidates planning to advance to Diploma in German
- Non-native speakers wanting formal German proficiency credential
- Learners seeking an affordable language course in Kolkata
✗ Skip if
- Candidates unable to attend evening classes in Kolkata
- Students seeking a degree-level language qualification
- Fluent speakers needing no foundational language instruction
- Students requiring placement support or industry connections
- Candidates wanting a full-time daytime language programme
University of Calcutta Cert. German Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| West Bengal Post-Matric Scholarship | Up to INR 10,000 per year | SC, ST, and OBC students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per year |
| Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship | INR 12,000 per year (UG) / INR 18,000 per year (PG) | Students with at least 60 percent in qualifying exam and family income below INR 2,50,000 |
| National Scholarship Portal | Variable | Central and state government scholarships through scholarships.gov.in |
| Minority Community Scholarship | Up to INR 20,000 per year | Students from notified minority communities with family income below INR 2,00,000 |
| Kanyashree K3 | INR 2,000 per month | Female PG students continuing higher education in West Bengal |
- Apply for WB Post-Matric Scholarship at oasis.gov.in.
- Swami Vivekananda and Kanyashree K3 require 60 percent aggregate each semester.
- PwBD candidates receive additional fee concessions under the Rights Act.
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