Shri Shikshayatan College was conceived by its Founding Father, Late Sitaramji Seksaria as an extension of Gandhiji’s nationwide Constructive Programme, embracing the emancipation and welfare of Indian Women. It began its journey with the blessings of Pandit Vidhu Shekhar Shastri, the internationally famed scholar of Indian Thought and Culture. Since then, it has traversed a long path keeping pace with the growing needs of a fast changing society.Shri Shikshayatan College was founded on 8th July, 1955 for girls under affiliation to the University of Calcutta. Established by the Marwaris, a linguistic minority, it is administered and managed by Shikshayatan Foundation – (Formerly known as Marwari Balika Vidyalaya Society -registered under the Societies Registration Act) which runs it solely for educational and not for commercial purposes.As a linguistic minority, it enjoys protection under Article 30(1) of the Constitution of India. Originally meant for imparting and promoting education among the girls of the Marwari community, it has over the years, opened its doors, in response to requests for admission, to all eligible girl students irrespective of caste, creed, religion or language.The College aims at imparting liberal education which helps in developing the total personality of students and in bringing about all-round growth and making them self reliant. The college is committed to maintaining a good academic standard in an apolitical environment.The outstanding feature of the college is the harmonious and integrated co-existence of girls hailing from different parts of the country, speaking different languages and having different cultural backgrounds in a-spirit of tolerance and understanding.To impart, promote and spread holistic education among girls to make them self-reliant members of the community.Empowerment of women in an environment of multiculturalism and egalitarianism. To develop a commitment to the preservation of environment and sustainable development. To uphold universal moral and social values.To make the students globally competent through development of communication skills and the use of modern technology.
NAAC - National Assessment and Accreditation Council
Computer Laboratory
Considering today's need for computerization, our College is proud to have all the infrastructure facilities in certain faculties such as Commerce, Geography and Mathematics. These departments have their own computer laboratories with modern equipment and necessary software (Microsoft Office, Mathematica, Matlab, Latex, C++ software, etc.) to meet the needs of students. In addition, the library also has an e resource center, which provides access to e resources among other things.
Library
Shahid Bhagat Singh College has a fully computerized barcode library. The library has a computer lending system with barcodes. We have two computers dedicated to OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog) book searches. This collection is enriched by his over 86,796 books on various research fields. The library also subscribes to over 100 of his periodicals in various fields (national and international, specifically Harvard Business Review, The Economist, etc.). The library also has a small computer lab for accessing electronic resources subscribed to by the College of Delhi through the College's intranet and the Internet. The Library also holds orientation programs from time to time and provides orientation in electronic resources for accessing bibliographic databases and full text databases available through the College's intranet and the INFLIBNET Consortium and Information Literacy Program. Students are encouraged to inquire about various library services with Dr. Puja Anand Gulati, Librarian.
Canteen
The College campus has a spacious and well ventilated canteen building with ample seating, separate from the academic blocks. We provide students and faculty with a variety of snacks, food, tea, coffee, and other beverages at low prices. The canteen committee monitors food quality, care and hygiene. A proposal to renovate the cafeteria was recently approved by the Building Committee and Board of Directors.
Seminar Rooms
The College has two seminar rooms equipped with state of the art equipment. The College organizes seminars, workshops and lectures with the active participation of students and teachers. Prominent scientists and experts from academic and business organizations are invited to interact with students and give lectures.
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BA - BACHELOR OF ARTS
B.SC - BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
B.ED - BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
BBA - BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
M.COM - MASTER OF COMMERCE
MA - MASTER OF ARTS
Official Website Visit the official website of Shri Shikshayatan College, Kolkata. Most colleges provide detailed information about admission procedures, eligibility criteria, and important dates on their websites.Contact the College Look for contact details on the official website, such as phone numbers or email addresses. You can reach out to the college administration or the admission office to get specific information about the admission process.Visit the College If possible, visit the college in person and inquire about the admission process at the administrative office. You can also ask for any printed brochures or information booklets that may provide details about the admission procedure.Local News and Notifications Keep an eye on local newspapers, educational portals, or official notifications for any announcements regarding admissions at Shri Shikshayatan College.Entrance Exams Depending on the course, there might be entrance exams or specific eligibility criteria. Check if the course you're interested in requires any entrance exams and prepare accordingly.Application Forms Once you have the necessary information, obtain and fill out the application form according to the instructions provided. Ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria.Submission of Documents Submit the required documents along with the filled application form within the specified timeframe. This may include educational certificates, identification proof, and other relevant documents.Admission Test/Interview Some courses may require candidates to appear for an admission test or interview. Prepare for these assessments if applicable.
Dr. Aditi Dey
Principal
Other Faculty Details
Prof. Suchanda Ghosh
Assistant Professor, Department Of Botany
Qualification - M.Sc.
Dr. Agnita Kundu
Assistant Professor, Department Of Chemistry
Qualification - M.Sc., Ph.D.
Prof. Paramita Sarkar
Assistant Professor, Department Of Computer Science
Qualification - M.Tech.
Prof. Madhumita Pal
Assistant Professor, Department Of Economics
Qualification - M.A.
Prof. Madhumati Patra
Assistant Professor, Department Of Education
Qualification - M.A., B.Ed.
Dr. Debnita Chakravarti
Assistant Professor, Department Of English
Qualification - M.A., Ph.D.
Dr. Susmita Sen
Assistant Professor, Department Of Geography
Qualification - M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D.
Prof. Sindhu Mehta
Assistant Professor, Department Of Hindi
Qualification - M.A., B.Ed., M.Phil.
Prof. Devleena Sinha
Assistant Professor, Department Of History
Qualification - M.A.
Prof. Gitanjali Ghosh
Assistant Professor, Department Of Mathematics
Qualification - M.Sc., B.Ed.
Bachelor of Arts, popularly known as BA, is one of the most commonly opted courses. It is an undergraduate programme that can be completed after 10+2 in three years. Apart from obligatory studies, BA programmes are made up of several artistic fields and provide an array of subject combinations for candidates to choose from. The BA curriculum and subjects emphasise comprehension of different disciplines such as English, Psychology, History, Geography, and so on.Several specialisations are available in the BA programme and students can choose the one according to their area of interest. After graduation, a candidate can work in the government as a Civil Administrator, IAS, Police Officer, or Civil Servant, or in the private sector as a Content Writer, Copy Journalist, Human Resource Manager, and many other positions. Humanities, Social Studies, and Liberal Arts are among the subjects covered in a Bachelor of Arts degree.
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