Estd. in 1879
Bethune College, a centre for academic excellence and achievement, started its journey in 1879
Accreditation
Accredited with A+ in 3rd cycle NAAC, 2023
NIRF Ranking
NIRF India Rankings 2024: College Category
Bethune College, Kolkata, West Bengal
Bethune College secured 91st rank Nationally in NIRF ranking 2024 under College category. View NIRF Details
Glimmer of hope: Kol prof discovers 2 firefly species
Two new species of fireflies have been discovered by a city
researcher who has been studying these fascinating insects for
nearly a decade. Bethune College assistant professor Srinjana
Ghosh found one firefly at the Sunderbans world heritage
site and the other near Thakurpukur in Kolkata.
Read more at:
Times of India Jun 12, 2025
Accredited with A+ in 3rd cycle NAAC
The only Govt. College in West Bengal to be graded A+
UG ADMISSION 2025-26
Admission to 4-Year B.A.(Hons) /B.Sc.(Hons) (with or without research under CCF, 2022) Degree Course for the session 2025-26 under the University of Calcutta
Admission to B.A. (Hons.)/ B.Sc. (Hons.)
(with or without Research under CCF, 2022) Degree Course for
the session 2025-26 under University of Calcutta.
Visit the website regularly for updated information. Queries
related to B.A./ B.Sc. admission may be sent to
bethunecollegeadmission@gmail.com
As per Notification No. 397-Edn(CS)/ 10M-95/14 dated 12/06/2025, Department of Higher Education, Govt. of West Bengal will launch the Centralized Admission Portal on 17/06/2025. Students can apply online through the website https://wbcap.in from 18/06/2025.
View UG Admission Information Brochure 2025 and Notices
26 Aug 2025
Extended the last date for UG admission and physical verification
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The Department of Higher Education, Government of West Bengal has extended the last date for UG admission through the Centralized Portal to 26th August 2025, till 11:59:59 PM.
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The last date for physical verification of documents has also been extended to 28th August 2025.
All concerned are requested to take note and complete the necessary procedures within the revised deadlines.
23 Aug 2025
DOCUMENT VERIFICATION and COMMENCEMENT
This is to inform all the students who have taken admission in Semester wise Four-year B.A./ B.Sc. (Honours with or without Research) Courses under CCF in Bethune College in different Honours subjects : View Details
PG ADMISSION 2025
Bethune College offers post graduate course in the following subjects
- M.A. in Bengali
- M.A. in English
- M.Sc. in Applied Psychology
- M.Sc. in Botany
- M.Sc. in Pure Mathematics
- M.Sc. in Zoology
PG Admission Notice 2025(II) dated 04.09.2025
Provisional Admission from 1st Selection List in M.Sc. (for
Part A and Part B Candidates) (CBCS) COURSES; 2025-2026
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Current Events
Orientation Programme : UG Sem 1
Internal Quality Assurance Cell
organises
Orientation Programme
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for UG Semester I Students (2025 - 2026)
Date: 10th September, 2025 Time: 12 pm
Venue: College Auditorium
National Seminar on Plant Science 2025
Program organized by
Department of Botany, Bethune College
Date: 13-14.11.2025
Bethune College.
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In Search Of Well Being
Organised by: Department of Psychology in collaboration with Sayantani Adhikary Foundation
Date: 4th September 2025 Time:12:00 PM |
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College Notices
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287/BC 04 Sep 2025
B.A. /B.SC SEM-VI (CBCS) 2025 MARKSHEET
Second date to collect the B.A. /B.SC SEM-VI (CBCS) 2025 MARKSHEET for Students/Parents / Local Guardians. View Details
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286/BC 04 Sep 2025
B.A/B.Sc. 2025 Certificate
B.A/B.Sc. 2025 Certificate will be distributed from 08.09.2025 to 12.09.2025. Time: 12 noon to 3 p.m. View Notice
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01 Sep 2025
DOCUMENT VERIFICATION
Documents verification of the admitted students in the upgradation round (phase 1) View Details
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277/BC 30 Aug 2025
IN SEARCH OF WELLBEING
Department of psychology in collaboration with Sayantani Adhikary Foundation will organise a mental health awareness programme View Details
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276/BC 30 Aug 2025
Tender Opening Notice for for the Bethune College Prospectus 2025-26
This is to inform all concerned that the tender for the Bethune College Prospectus 2025-26 will be opened on 1st September, 2025 (Monday) at 3pm. The venue is the Office of the Principal. View Details
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268/BC 28 Aug 2025
U.G. Semester 1 (under 4 year CCF) classes for the Academic session 2025-26
U.G. Semester 1 (under 4 year CCF) classes for the Academic session 2025-26 will begin on and from 29th August, 2025 after a brief Orientation by the Department.
Prior to Autumn Vacation classes will be held only for Major courses. View Details -
267/BC 27 Aug 2025
HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION
The newly admitted students may collect hostel admission forms from the College Office by showing receipt of admission fees. View Details
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266/BC 25 Aug 2025
SEMESTER-II TUITION FEES
Students are directed to pay their SEMESTER-II TUITION FEES through ONLINE MODE FROM 26.08.2025 TO 29.08.2025. NO CASH WILL BE RECEIVED IN OFFICE. View Details
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265/BC 25 Aug 2025
Online Application Form for Semester-II Examination, 2025
As per notification no-CE/R&F/25/11 dated 19.08.2025 of the University of Calcutta candidates are required to fill up Online Application Form for
Semester-II Examination, 2025. View Details -
23 Aug 2025
DOCUMENT VERIFICATION and COMMENCEMENT
This is to inform all the students who have taken admission in Semester wise Four-year B.A./ B.Sc. (Honours with or without Research) Courses under CCF in Bethune College in different Honours subjects : View Details
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260/BC 20 Aug 2025
Semester-VI students (2025) may collect their Mark Sheet
It is hereby notified for information of all concerned that the Semester-VI students (2025) may collect their Mark Sheet from the College office according to the following schedule : View Details
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242/BC 06 Aug 2025
Independence Day Celebration
Like every year Independence Day will be observed at the Bethune College premises on 15.08.2025. All the students, teachers, non-teaching staffs are requested to attend the program and make it a success. View Details
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235/BC 05 Aug 2025
Tuition fee for semester- IV
All students of semester-IV are directed to clear the fees positively by 08.08.2025 (Friday) through on line in office to get the admit card View Details
Events and Activities
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13-14 Nov .2025
Unraveling the Mysteries of Plant Science
Program organized by
Department of Botany, Bethune College
Date: 13-14.11.2025
Venue:Bethune College auditorium | View Flyer -
8 Sep 2025
Dr.Abhijit Bhattacharya Memorial
Program organized by
Department of Hindi, Bethune College
Date: 08.09.2025
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277/BC 30 Aug 2025
IN SEARCH OF WELLBEING
Department of psychology in collaboration with Sayantani Adhikary Foundation will organise a mental health awareness programme View Details
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29 Apr .2025
Safe Street Ethics
Under aegis of Internal Quality Assurance Cell "Safe Street Ethics" Conducted by: Ultadanga Traffic Guard, Kolkata. Date: 29th April, 2025 Time: 11.30 am Venue: College auditorium | View Flyer
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26 Apr 2025
Creating a Safe and Supportive environment: Strategies for promoting wellness
A Seminar on "Creating a Safe and Supportive environment: Strategies for promoting wellness". Date : 26th APRIL, 2025 , 12:30 PM | View Flyer
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84/BC 29 Mar 2025
In Search of Wellbeing : A mental health awareness programme
Department of Psychology in collaboration with Sayantani Adhikary Foundation will organize a mental health awareness programme titled "In Search of Wellbeing" on 2nd April, 2025. View Notice | View Flyer
Painting of Chandramukhi Bose,
the first Principal of Bethune College
On 9.10.2023, a painting of Chandramukhi Bose, the first Principal of Bethune College, by Sri Nirmalendu Mandal, was presented to the college by three illustrious former principals, Prof. (Dr.) Pushpa Mishra, Prof.(Dr.) Manimala Das and Prof.(Dr.Mamata Ray) at a brief ceremony held in the Centenary Hall. View Gallery
Why choose Bethune College?
Established in 1879, Bethune College ushered in, for the women of the nineteenth century, a new era of enlightenment and edification through education. This is a Government College under the aegis of the Department of Higher Education, West Bengal. Accredited in 2006 with the 'A' grade and having acquired the coveted status of College with Potential for Excellence (CPE) by UGC and recognised by DST-FIST. Bethune College has celebrated 135 long years of tireless striving for knowledge which enriches the mind and ennobles the soul. Know more
Programmes Offered
From the Principal's Desk
Dr. Rajyasri Roy
WBSES
Principal, Bethune College
It is with great pride and a delectation I welcome you to the illustrious Bethune College. It has a rich history, originating from the Calcutta Female School established in 1849 by John Elliot Drinkwater Bethune and evolving into the first women's college in Asia in 1879. The college is renowned for its commitment to women's education and empowerment, and has witnessed the emergence of many notable figures. Bethune College played a pivotal role in the advancement of women's education in India, providing access to higher learning for women who were previously excluded. The college's legacy extends beyond academics, with students actively participating in social welfare activities , contributing to the freedom movement in the past and consistently nurturing generations of women who have gone on to become trailblazers in various fields. Read more...
Ethics and Value Education Lectures 2024-2025
Inauguration of Ethics and Value Education Compulsory Certificate course 2024-2025 Session on 17th Dec 2024 View Flyer
Annual College Sports Day 2024
Independence Day 2023
Inaugural session for the "Bratachari Certificate Course"
The inaugural session for the "Bratachari Certificate Course" for the session 2022-23 will be jointly organized by the Bengal Bratachari Society, Kolkata and NSS Unit of the College. The seminar is compulsory for all registered Bratachari students (UG Semester-III) for the session 2022-23. Interested students (UG Semester-III) and faculty members can also join. All NSS members are also requested to attend the program. View Flyer
Date: 26.08.2021(Friday) | Time: 2:00 P.M.
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College Heritage Publications
The IXth Volume of the interdisciplinary journal of the college Heritage was released on 12.8.22 View all College Publications
Initiatives towards COVID-19
Online Counseling for students, faculty and staff of Bethune College is available every day between 11am to 12noon and 9 to 10pm
Mental Health & Well-Being of Students during and after COVID-19 outbreak
Virtual Campus 360° Tour
They Make Us Proud
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Illustrious Alumna
Illustrious Alumna of Bethune College, Kolkata 19th century- 20th century