Birla School of Management (BSM)

Overview

Official Name: Birla School of Management (BSM), Kolkata
Common Short Name: BSM Kolkata
Type: Private Management Institute affiliated to West Bengal State University
Year Established: 2012
Campus Location: Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Approvals & Affiliations:
- Affiliated to West Bengal State University (WBSU) [Source]
- Approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) [Source]
- Recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC) under section 2(f) [Source]
- NAAC Accreditation status: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01
Official Website: https://www.birlaschoolofmanagement.org/

Founder/Chairman: Mr. Neeraj Jalan (Founder Chairman) [About Us]
Principal/Director: Dr. Rajat Bhattacharya
Student Population: Approx. 600+
Departments/Faculties: Mainly Management and Commerce streams
Contact:
- Phone: +91-33-2530-0263
- Email: info@birlaschoolofmanagement.org
- Address: 15, Southern Avenue, Kolkata - 700026, West Bengal, India
NAAC Grade: Not available as per official sources
Rankings: No NIRF or nationally recognized rankings published as of 2024

Major Faculty: Management and Commerce
Popular Courses:
- Undergraduate (UG): BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) - Duration: 3 years - Mode: Regular - Intake: Approx. 120 per year
- Postgraduate (PG): MBA (Master of Business Administration) - Duration: 2 years - Mode: Regular - Intake: Approx. 60 per year
- Other Programs: B.COM (Hons) - 3 years - Regular mode
Diploma or PhD programs are currently not offered as per official info

Admission Modes: Based on merit, management quota available
Entrance Exams Accepted: Valid scores in West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) for MBA/Management programs, and university-based merit for UG courses
Admission Timeline:
- Application Start: March - April
- Admission Deadline: July - August
Visit the Admissions Page for updated dates and details.
Application Process (Online):
1. Visit the official website Admissions Portal
2. Fill in the application form with personal and academic details
3. Upload required scanned documents
4. Pay application fee online (if applicable)
5. Submit and keep printout of the confirmation page
Offline applications: Available via institute office on request.

BBA: 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with minimum 50% aggregate marks
MBA: Bachelor’s Degree in any relevant discipline with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university
Age Limit: No specific age restriction
Documents Required:
- 10th and 12th Mark sheets and Pass Certificates
- Graduation Mark sheets (for PG courses)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhar Card / Identity Proof
- Passport-size photographs
- Entrance exam scorecard (if applicable)

Indicative Fee Range:
- BBA Tuition Fee: ₹75,000 - ₹90,000 per annum
- MBA Tuition Fee: ₹1,20,000 - ₹1,50,000 per annum
- Hostel Fees: ₹50,000 - ₹70,000 per annum (optional)
- Examination and other fees: Approx. ₹10,000 per annum
Scholarships & Financial Aid:
- Merit-based scholarships awarded by the institute [Scholarships Info]
- Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates as per West Bengal government regulations
- Special fee concessions for economically weaker sections

Placement Rate: Approximately 70-80% students placed in recent years
Average CTC: ₹3.5 - 5 LPA
Highest CTC: ₹8 LPA
Top Recruiters: TCS, Wipro, ICICI Bank, HDFC, Aditya Birla Group, Genpact
Placement Cell: Dedicated placement office with industry tie-ups [Placements]
Internship Support: Internship opportunities facilitated with reputed companies for all eligible students

Hostels: Separate boys and girls hostels with mess facilities
Library: Well-stocked management and commerce oriented library with digital resources
Labs & Classrooms: Modern classrooms with AV aids, computer labs with internet access
Sports & Recreation: Facilities for indoor and outdoor sports including badminton, cricket grounds
Healthcare: On-campus medical aid and tie-ups with nearby hospitals
Transport: Bus service connects major city points to campus
Wi-Fi: Campus-wide high-speed internet connectivity
Student Clubs & Festivals: Cultural, technical, and management clubs; annual fest “Synergy” celebrated
Research Centres: Management research cell actively promotes case studies and projects

Notable Faculty: Dr. Rajat Bhattacharya (Director), over 15 years of experience in management education
Research Centres: Centre for Management Research and Case Studies (CMRCS)
Major Grants: Not available on official sources
Patents / MoUs: MoUs with local industry firms for student projects and internships [Partnerships]

Results Publication: Announced on official website and notice boards [Results]
Seat Matrix (approximate):
- BBA: 120 seats
- MBA: 60 seats
- B.COM (Hons): 60 seats
Cut-Offs: Merit-based cut-offs vary yearly; generally 50% aggregate for general category
Category-wise cut-off details not officially published as of 2024

Nearest Airport: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), approx. 17 km from campus
Nearest Railway Station: Kolkata Railway Station (Howrah Station is also nearby, 15 km)
City Connectivity: Regular buses, taxis, and metro rail (nearest metro: Rabindra Sarobar & Kalighat)
Local Transit: Auto-rickshaws and app-based cabs available 24/7

Q1: What is the eligibility for MBA admission at BSM Kolkata?: A: A bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks from any recognized university is required.
Q2: Does BSM offer scholarships?: A: Yes, merit-based and government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS students are available.
Q3: What entrance exams are accepted for admission?: A: WBJEE scores for MBA; merit-based for UG courses.
Q4: Are hostels available on campus?: A: Yes, separate boys and girls hostels with mess facilities are available.
Q5: What is the application fee?: A: Check the official admissions page for current fee; approximately ₹500-1000.
Q6: How can I apply to BSM online?: A: Fill the online application form at https://www.birlaschoolofmanagement.org/admissions
Q7: What is the typical placement package?: A: Average package is around ₹3.5 to ₹5 LPA with reputed companies visiting campus.
Q8: Does BSM Kolkata have NAAC accreditation?: A: As of June 2024, NAAC accreditation is not available or not published.
Q9: When does the academic session start?: A: Usually classes start in July-August after completion of admission formalities.
Q10: Is there an entrance test conducted by the institute?: A: Institute accepts WBJEE and merit-based admission; no separate BSM entrance test is conducted.