About St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata
St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata is a Jesuit-run autonomous college on Mother Teresa Sarani, founded in 1860, with NAAC A++ grade and a long list of BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BMS, master’s, B.Ed and PhD programmes.
St. Xavier’s College in Kolkata was founded by the Society of Jesus in 1860 and has been linked to the University of Calcutta since 1862. It became an autonomous college in 2006 and has since been named a College with Potential for Excellence, a College of Excellence and a college with special heritage status. In its fourth NAAC cycle in 2024 it received an A++ grade, and NIRF 2025 placed it 8th among colleges. The main campus is on Park Street (Mother Teresa Sarani), with a second campus at Raghabpur. Undergraduates choose from honours courses in arts, science and commerce or the Bachelor of Management Studies, under a four-year structure with an exit after three years. There are also MA, M.Sc, M.Com, B.Ed and PhD options.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Education | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Management Studies | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Merit
Applications for UG, PG and B.Ed courses are made only online on the college admissions website, and all fees are paid online. Undergraduate degrees follow a four-year honours pattern with an exit option after three years. International applicants apply through the Study in India portal, and PhD applications go through a separate online form.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Commerce: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks and may ask for Mathematics or Accountancy
- Bachelor of Education: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline
- Bachelor of Management Studies: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Mathematics; Mathematics or Applied Mathematics in Class 12 from a single recognised board; University of Delhi admits through CUET (UG) with one Language + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics + one List B subject + General Aptitude Test
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Commerce: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; B.Com (Hons/Pass) or equivalent such as BBA, BMS or BBE (University of Delhi)
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC A++
Rankings
| Ranking | Year | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | 2025 | College | 8 |
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Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research, Kolkata
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Frequently asked questions
Is St. Xavier's College Kolkata autonomous?
Yes, it has been autonomous since 2006 and is linked to the University of Calcutta.
What is its NAAC grade?
A++ in the fourth cycle (2024).
How do I apply?
Only online, through admissions.sxccal.edu
Does the college run a B.Ed?
Yes, an NCTE-approved B.Ed at the Park Street campus.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- St. Xavier's College Kolkata home · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Programmes · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Admissions · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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