Sister Nivedita University (SNU) is a private university established in 2017 through the Sister Nivedita University Act, 2017 by the Government of West Bengal. It is named after Sister Nivedita, a disciple of Swami Vivekananda and is part of the Techno India Group educational ecosystem.
📍 Location:
DG Block 1/2, Action Area I, New Town, Kolkata – 700156, West Bengal, India
Type: Private University
Chancellor: Satyam Roychowdhury
Vice‑Chancellor: Prof. (Dr.) Sanku Bose
Affiliations & Approvals: UGC recognised; AICTE, BCI, INC, PCI, COA and other statutory councils for specific professional programs.
Motto: Knowledge, Innovation, Excellence
🏛️ 2. Campus & Facilities
SNU’s urban campus in New Town is modern and student‑centric:
✔ Smart classrooms & high‑speed Wi‑Fi
✔ Well equipped laboratories (Science, Engineering, Media, Architecture)
✔ Digital library with academic resources and journals
✔ Separate hostels for boys and girls with Wi‑Fi, mess, and security
✔ Cafeteria, common rooms, sports & recreational facilities
✔ Placement cell and career support services
New Town location offers good connectivity to road transport, metro, and the airport.
📚 3. Schools & Courses Offered
SNU offers a wide range of courses across disciplines. Most admissions require either the university’s own entrance test SNUET or national/state exams (like JEE Main, WBJEE, CLAT, CAT, NATA) depending on the program.
🎓 Undergraduate (UG)
Engineering & Technology
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B.Tech – CSE, ECE, etc. (Admissions via SNUET / JEE Main / WBJEE)
Science & Allied
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B.Sc (Hons.) programs
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B.Sc Nursing (with JENPAS eligibility)
Management & Commerce
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BBA (Honours) / BBA (Research)
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B.Com (Honours / Banking & Finance)
Arts & Humanities
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BA (Hons.) and BA programs
Law
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BA LLB (Hons.) (CLAT or SNU criteria)
Design & Architecture
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B.Arch (NATA / JEE Paper‑2)
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B.Des (Interior Design)
Computer & IT
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BCA (Honours)
🎓 Postgraduate (PG)
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MBA (CAT/CMAT/MAT/JEMAT / SNUET)
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MCA (Graduation + eligibility)
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M.Sc in various science fields
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M.Com
Eligibility & Admission Criteria
UG Programs:
✔ 10+2 with relevant subjects and minimum marks (e.g., PCM for B.Tech)
✔ Entrance: SNUET, or respective national/state scores like JEE Main / WBJEE / NATA / CLAT depending on course.
PG Programs:
✔ Graduation in relevant discipline
✔ Entrance: CAT/MAT/CMAT/JEMAT/SNUET as required.
Note: Some programs (e.g., B.Sc Nursing) may require specific medical/nursing entrance scores like JENPAS.
📊 6. Rankings & Recognition
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Ranked 113 in engineering and 105 in management in Outlook Rankings 2025.
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Recognised by UGC, AIU, AICTE, BCI, PCI, INC and other bodies.
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Often rated among the top private universities in West Bengal in independent surveys.
💼 7. Placements & Recruiters
Placements:
✔ SNU reports a strong placement rate (~97%) with many students placed across disciplines.
✔ Highest packages reported up to ₹51 LPA.
✔ Average / Median packages often around ₹5–6.5 LPA depending on program.
Top Recruiters:
Amazon, Microsoft, Deloitte, Intel, Cognizant, Infosys, Wipro, TCS, Ernst & Young, Accenture, HP, HCL, etc.
Campus Life & Activities
🌟 Vibrant student life with cultural festivals, technical fests, clubs, and events.
🎭 SNU hosted AIU Unifest East Zone 2025, a large inter‑university youth festival celebrating culture and talent.
🏃♂️ Sports, debates, performing arts, entrepreneurship workshops, and industry interactions are regular features.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
SNU offers various scholarships including:
✔ Merit‑based scholarships
✔ Need‑based financial aid
✔ Scholarships from state schemes (e.g., Swami Vivekananda Merit‑Cum‑Means, Kanyashree)
✔ SNU Entrance & sports/extra‑curricular scholarships
