The Neotia University (TNU), Kolkata is a private institute established in 2015. It is awarded as the ‘Symbol of Excellence in Education and Skilling India’s Future by The Economic Times, Best Education Brands, and was also awarded as the ‘Best Emerging Private University in India’ in a well-organized spectacular function by Praxis Media Private Limited in association with Education Connect. TNU is the First Private University in West Bengal gets ICAR Accreditation for B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture Program of School of Agriculture & Allied Sciences making it the first private university in West Bengal to receive this esteemed recognition.
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ToggleThe Neotia University offers various Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctorate programs in the field of Science and Technology, Maritime Studies, Agriculture and Allied Sciences, Hospitality Administration and Culinary Arts, Pharmaceutical Science, Health Sciences, Humanities Management and Social Sciences, and Legal Studies. The multidisciplinary courses with specializations are designed to ensure that students have the required skill and knowledge that will ensure their leadership for jobs and self-employment. The most popular courses of the university are B.Tech, B.Sc, and Integrated degree programs like BBA+LLB and BA+LLB, MSc, MHM, and BHM degree courses. Other related courses (Non-ICAR) offered by The Neotia University are Bachelor of Fisheries Science, M.Sc. Agriculture in Horticulture, Soil Science, Genetics & Plant Breeding and Agronomy, B.Voc in Agriculture.
The Neotia University has introduced 3 new courses in Maritime Studies with excellent career opportunities within a very short period of time. The Sponsorship letter for 18 months sailing (2 sailing) will be provided for the courses like Post graduate Diploma in Marine Engineering (1 year) (PGDME), Diploma in Nautical Science (1 year) (DNS), and Orientation Course for Catering Personnel (OCCP) (12 Days) who works in a Ship / Cruise.
In addition to these programs, TNU offers UG courses in the disciplines of Physiotherapy, Optometry, Pharmacy, Fisheries Science, etc. Most of the courses require the candidate to appear and score valid marks in the university’s aptitude test. Admission to some of the subjects depends on the candidate’s performance in the previous qualifying examination, and GD and PI rounds. Candidates with diplomas in relevant fields may also apply for the Lateral Entry courses. Additionally, more than 3200 students are drawn from India and Abroad to the institute’s campus. TNU’s campus is spread over 50 acres and is completely Wi-Fi enabled with ample avenues for sports and co-curricular activities. Direct Link to Apply for The Neotia University Admission
TNU campus is equipped with avant-garde infrastructure to make every student comfortable and bring out the best in them. The impressive array of facilities at The Neotia University includes smart classrooms, modern laboratories, workshops, a ship-in campus, a bridge simulator, a freefall davit, conference and seminar halls, Wi-Fi enabled campus, a high-tech Learning Resource Centre, state-of-the-art IT Centre, campus banking facilities, doctor-on-call, and hospital linkages to enhance the student’s life at the campus. The library is well-equipped with a collection of nearly 31000 National and International books. The university also has student clubs to make the campus life active and engaging.
The Neotia University Highlights
| Established | University Type | 2015 | Private |
| Recognized by | UGC, Govt. of India |
| Entrance Exam | For UG Courses – The Neotia University Online Entrance Test (if applicable) |
| Courses Offered | UG, PG & PhD |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Admission Criteria | Merit-based + Entrance Test followed by Interview |
| Facilities Available | Library, Hostel, Transportation, Sports |
| Location | Sarisha, Diamond Harbour Road, 24 Parganas (S), West Bengal – 743368 |
| Official Website | http://www.tnu.in/ |
| Admission Helpdesk | Mobile: 70444 46999 Email: contact@tnu.in |
TNU Kolkata offers UG and PG programs in the discipline of Engineering, Microbiology, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, etc. Further, The Neotia University also offers Orientation Course for Catering Personnel of 12 days duration. Tabulated below are the details for some of the popular courses of TNU Kolkata:
| Course | Specialization | Eligibility | First Semester Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | Robotics & Automation | 10+2 in PCM / CS / Biology / Biotech / Biochem / Comp. App. / Vocational with 55% + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹99,000 |
| B.Tech | CSE (Data Science), CSE (Cyber Security), CSE (AI & ML) | Same as above | ₹92,000 |
| B.Tech | Marine Engineering | 10+2 PCM with 60% + 50% English (10th & 12th) + 30% Aptitude Test + CET (if applicable) | ₹2,82,000 |
| MBA | Agriculture Business & Rural Management | Graduate in any subject with 55% + PI | ₹99,000 |
| B.Sc | Hotel Administration & Culinary Arts | 10+2 any stream with 45% + Interview + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹97,000 |
| B.Sc | Hospitality & Hotel Administration | 10+2 any stream with 45% + Interview + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹94,000 |
| B.Sc | Nautical Science | 10+2 PCM with 60% | ₹2,98,667 |
| B.Sc | Hospitality & Hotel Administration (Swiss Diploma) | 10+2 PCM with 55% | ₹1,54,000 |
| B.Sc | Radiology & Medical Imaging Technology | 10+2 PCB/Maths with 50% + English compulsory | ₹83,000 |
| B.Sc | Operation Theatre Tech. & Anesthesia | 10+2 PCB with 50% + English compulsory | ₹97,000 |
| B.Sc Nursing | General | 10+2 PCB with 50% + English compulsory; Age 17–27; Female only | ₹97,000 |
| B.Sc (Hons) | Applied Psychology | 10+2 any stream with 50% + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹61,000 |
| B.Sc (Hons) | Biotechnology | 10+2 Science with 55% + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹84,000 |
| B.Sc (Hons) | Agriculture | 10+2 PCM/PCB/Vocational with 55% + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹94,000 |
| BCA | Computer Applications | 10+2 any stream with 50% | ₹78,500 |
| GNM | General Nursing Midwife | 10+2 any stream with 50% + English compulsory; Age 17–27; Female only | ₹84,000 |
| B.Pharm | General | 10+2 PCM/PCB with 55% + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹1,13,000 |
| M.Pharm | Pharmacology / Pharmaceutics | B.Pharm from recognized institute | ₹74,000 |
| BHM | Hospital Management | 10+2 any stream with 45% + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹79,000 |
| BPT | General | 10+2 PCB with 50% + English compulsory + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹83,000 |
| B.F.Sc | Fisheries Science | 10+2 PCM/PCB/Vocational with 50% + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹79,000 |
| B.Optom | General | 10+2 PCM/PCB with 50% + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹83,000 |
| BBA+LLB (Hons) | – | 10+2 any stream with 50% + 30% Aptitude Test | ₹79,000 |
| BA+LLB (Hons) | – | 10+2 any stream with 50% + 30% A |
Note: The Neotia University also offers “Credit Transfer” in selective courses and also offers Skill Development and Vocational Studies courses in Healthcare, Automobile Services, Hospitality Management, and Rubber Technology.
To apply for admission at TNU, follow the steps given below:
Note: For B.A(Hons.) in Mass Communication, B.Com.(Hons.) with Spl. in Taxation & E-Accounting, B.Sc. (Hons.) in Applied Psychology, and All Post Graduate Courses, the provisional admission fee is INR 10,000.
Selection Criteria
Candidates will be selected based on the following exams:
| Course | Mode | Selection Criteria |
| UG | Online/Offline | TNU’s NEO Admission Test |
| PG | – | Personal Interview |
TNU offers 8 different scholarships to its students for both UG and PG courses. Besides need and merit-based scholarships, the university also offers scholarships to students excelling at sports, siblings of the graduates and students of the university, and students from rural areas, North-East states, Nepal, and Bhutan. These scholarships are:
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Scholarship % |
|---|---|---|
| Sports Scholarship | >= 60% in class 12 State /National level participant/champion in Sports | 25 |
| Cultural Scholarship | >= 60% in class 12 State /National level participant/champion in Cultural activity | 25 |
| Sarvodaya Scholarship (in the memory of Late Suresh Kumar Neotia) | > 85% in class 12 Family income should be below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum | 50 |
| >= 65-85% in class 12 Family income should be below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum | 25 | |
| Mere Apne Scholarship (For Ambuja Neotia Group employees – in the memory of Late Vinod Kumar Neotia) | >= 60% in class 12 Family income below INR 5 Lakhs per annum | 50 |
| >= 60% in class 12 Family income more than INR 5 Lakhs per annum | 25 | |
| Sarvodaya Scholarship (Siblings of all students – present or passed out) | >= 60% in class 12 | 25 |
| Gramotthan Scholarship (Students from Gram Panchayat area of South 24 Parganas) | > 75% in class 12 | 50 |
| >= 65-75% in class 12 | 25 | |
| Special Hill Students’ Scholarship ([Students from GTA Area (W.B), North-East States, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Nepal & Bhutan] | > 75% in class 12 Family income below INR 5 Lakhs per annum | 50 |
| >= 65-75% in class 12 Family income below INR 5 Lakhs per annum | 25 | |
| Chancellor’s Scholarship | Family income should be below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum On the recommendation of the Empowered Committee | Upto 100% (as decided by the Empowered Committee) |
Hostel: TNU provides separate hostel facilities to boys and girls. The hostel fee per semester is INR 45,000.
Library: The Neotia University has a well-equipped library with 8000 sq. ft of reading area, as well as niche corners for solo study. With a collection of nearly 31000 National and International books, 3 million e-books and e-journals, open archives, and other digital resources, we offer a high-tech catalog from which students can access (anywhere/ anytime) a wide range of online books and journals. Besides the central library, each department has its own fully equipped library as well.
Transportation: The institute also offers transportation facilities at a cost of INR 22,000 per semester. The buses provided by the institute are air-conditioned and ply to various major points in Kolkata and nearby locations.
Classrooms & Seminar Rooms: All departments of the University boast of a Smart Classroom facility, which makes learning more interesting and easy. Spacious and innovative designed classrooms and seminar rooms, with internet connectivity, interactive boards, projector screens, and advanced communication facilities to host lectures, seminars, workshops, and conferences to encourage experiential learning for the students.
Workshop: A large size of 10000 sq. ft. of workshop with all the latest machinery installed within. Students are trained on these machinery under the guidance and supervision of qualified & trained experts on various programs offered by the University.
Laboratories: All departments have well-equipped laboratories supervised by experienced faculty members & trained technicians to help the students in performing experiments. There is also a highly advanced language laboratory to help students to improve their communication skills as well as gesture, posture & body language.
Moot Court: Students get a taste of real court proceedings in the moot court. A moot court not only helps in enhancing legal knowledge, but also in brushing up communication, drafting, legal research, and presentation skills.
WiFi Campus: The entire campus is WiFi-ed 24 X 7 including hostels. Students have access to online resources and IT infrastructure to support their educational endeavors. The IT department of the University also helps students with any difficulty they may face.
Multipurpose Hall: A large size of 13000 sq. ft. of Multipurpose Hall is available within the campus to organize various programs and activities like Seminars, Quiz and Drama along with indoor sports.
Ship in Campus: Ship-in-Campus of the institute is an in-house shipbuilding that is in working condition consisting of a 4000 BHP Ship Engine along with a complete set of machinery available on the ship like a Generator, Oil-Water separator, Boiler, Fire Control Lab, etc. This is the only working Ship in Campus in Eastern India of its size and students are provided hands-on training on various machineries of it.
Sports: Sports and physical activities play an integral part in the University curriculum. This ensures the holistic development of the mind and body. The University has separate indoor halls for indoor games like table tennis, carom, snooker, chess, badminton, etc. Adequate facilities and courts are available for volleyball, badminton, and basketball, and two large playfields for Cricket and Football. Dedicated and qualified Coaches for Football, Basket Ball, and Cricket are available for coaching and guidance.
The Neotia University is located at Jhinger Pole, Sarisa, Diamond Harbour Road, 24 Parganas South, West Bengal. Students can easily reach this institute via road transport as several bus stops are located at close vicinity. Moreover, those who are willing to take an autorickshaw or a cab, can easily get one outside the institute’s campus. The Neotia University also provides transport facility at a cost of INR 22,000 per semester. The buses provided by the institute are air-conditioned and ply to various major points in Kolkata and nearby locations. There are 2 buses of TNU, one is named Ultadanga / Esplanade which picks-up students and faculty from Ultadanga, Kankurgachi, via Esplanade, Thakurpukur, Joka, Pailan, Amtala, and Sirakole. The other bus, named Salt Lake / Ruby picks-up students and faculty from PNB, 4 no. tank, CRP Camp, via Karunamoyee, Thekurpukur, Joka, Pailan, Amtala, and Sirakole. Both the buses start its operation at 7:00 a.m. and depart from the institute’s campus at 4:30 p.m. Given below are the details of the nearest stations and their distance from TNU:
| Modes of Transport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Road | Morin College Bus Stop – 260 mtrs Sarisha Bus Stop – 1.8 km Dostipur More Bus Stop – 2.5 km |
| Rail | Diamond Harbour Railway Station – 8.5 km |
| Air | Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport – 58.8 km |