Overview

National Institute of Management, Kolkata (NIM Kolkata), West Bengal, India, is a state government management institute established in 1993. Located in Kolkata, West Bengal, the institute operates from a single urban campus. NIM Kolkata is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and accredited with a NAAC Grade B as of 2021. For more details, visit the official website.

Quick Facts

• Founder: Government of West Bengal
• Director/Principal: Prof. Amitava Dutta
• Student Count: Approx. 500 (all programs)
• Departments: Management, Computer Applications, Social Sciences
• Faculty: 30+ permanent and visiting faculty members
• Contact Info: Phone: +91 33 2229 3220 | Email: info@nimkolkata.in
• NAAC Grade: B (2021)
• NIRF Rank: Not ranked as of 2024

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Management, Commerce, Computer Applications
• Popular Programs:
  • MBA (2 years, Regular)
  • MCA (3 years, Regular)
  • BBA (3 years, Regular)
  • PG Diploma in Business Management (1 year, Regular)
• Mode: Regular, full-time
• Intake: Varies — MBA approx. 60 seats; MCA approx. 60 seats

Admissions

• Mode: Entrance-based admission primarily
• Accepted Exams: West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination for MBA/MCA; CUET for undergraduate courses
• Admission Timeline: Applications open March–May; counselling June–July
• Admission Details: Admission Page
• Apply: Online application through official portal; offline submissions accepted during application window
• Application Portal: Apply Online

Eligibility

• MBA: Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories), valid entrance score
• MCA: Bachelor’s in Computer Science/IT/related discipline with minimum 50% marks, entrance qualified
• BBA: Passed 10+2 or equivalent; minimum 45% marks
• Application Documents: Academic transcripts, entrance scorecard, ID proof, category certificate (if applicable)

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees:
  • MBA Tuition Fee: ₹70,000 – ₹90,000 per annum
  • MCA Tuition Fee: ₹60,000 – ₹80,000 per annum
  • BBA Tuition Fee: ₹40,000 – ₹60,000 per annum
  • Hostel Fees: ₹20,000 – ₹25,000 per annum
• Scholarships: West Bengal State Govt scholarships, Merit-based scholarships, SC/ST/OBC/EWS category scholarships available — details at W.B. Govt Scholarship Portal

Placements

• Placement Rate: Approx. 75% for MBA graduates
• Average Salary: ₹4.5 LPA
• Highest Salary: ₹8 LPA
• Top Recruiters: TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, HCL, ICICI Bank
• Placement Cell: Placement Cell (Email: placement@nimkolkata.in, Phone: +91 33 2222 1122)
• Internships: Mandatory for MBA, facilitated through corporate tie-ups

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate boys and girls hostels with mess facility
• Sports: Indoor and outdoor sports facilities including badminton, cricket, and football
• Labs: Computer labs with high-speed internet
• Library: Digital and physical collection supporting management, IT, commerce studies
• Healthcare: On-campus clinic with medical aid facilities
• Wi-Fi: Campus-wide reliable Wi-Fi connectivity
• Transport: Shuttle services available to nearby railway station/metro
• Clubs & Fests: Cultural club, entrepreneurship cell, annual management fest “NIMaksh”

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Prof. Amitava Dutta (Marketing), Dr. Rituparna Ghosh (Finance)
• Research Centres: Centre for Business Analytics, Centre for Rural Development Studies
• Grants: Received minor research grants from UGC, DBT
• Patents: None registered as per available data
• MoUs: Collaborations with State Bank of India and Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata

Rankings

• NAAC Accreditation: B Grade (2021) - NAAC Official
• NIRF: Not ranked as of 2024
• India Today/Outlook: Not listed

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Cut-off marks for entrance exams published annually on the admissions page
• Seat Matrix details available in official prospectus downloadable from Prospectus

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (15 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Sealdah Railway Station (4 km)
• Local Transit: Accessible by Kolkata Metro, buses, and taxis; located in central Kolkata

FAQs

1. Q: What is the eligibility criteria for MBA at NIM Kolkata?
   A: A bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks and valid entrance exam score.
2. Q: Does NIM Kolkata offer part-time/online courses?
   A: Currently, only full-time regular courses are offered.
3. Q: How can I apply for admission?
   A: Apply online via the official website during the admission window; offline applications accepted as per notification.
4. Q: Are there hostel facilities available?
   A: Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities.
5. Q: What scholarships are offered?
   A: State government scholarships and merit/need-based scholarships for reserved categories.
6. Q: What is the placement record?
   A: Around 75% placement with average salary approximately ₹4.5 LPA.
7. Q: Can I get admission through management quota?
   A: No specific management quota; admission is based on merit/entrance scores.
8. Q: Where can I find the admission prospectus?
   A: Prospectus is available for download on the official site’s admission section.