Mahishadal Raj College: Courses, Contact Details, Facilities
- Medinipur , West Bengal
- (1 Reviews)
- 2.4 (1 Reviews)
Overview
Mahishadal Raj College founded in August 1946, by Kumar Debaprasad Gagra Bahadur the "Raja" of Mahishadal, is the third oldest college in the undivided Midnapore district and the fiftieth under the University of Calcutta. It became affiliated with Vidyasagar University. Located 20 km from both Haldia and Tamluk, the college benefits from its serene, green surroundings, offering a peaceful campus that blends rural simplicity with urban refinement.
The college was established during the Quit India Movement, a time of significant political activity in Mahishadal. It was here that the first National Government under British rule was formed, led by local leader Sri Satish Chandra Samanta. Mahishadal also hosted Gandhiji, who stayed for five days in support of the independence struggle. Additionally, the renowned Hindi poet Surya Kant Tripathi (Nirala) received his early education at the college.
Table of Contents:
- Highlights
- Course and Fee
- Admission
- Scholarship
- Infrastructure
Mahishadal Raj College Highlights
| Detail | Description |
| College Name | Mahishadal Raj College |
| Establishment Date | August 1, 1946 |
| Founder | Kumar Debaprasad Gagra Bahadur, the "Raja" of Mahishadal |
| College's Original Affiliation | University of Calcutta |
| Current Affiliation | Vidyasagar University (since June 1, 1985) |
| Location | 20 km from Haldia (Industrial Town) and Tamluk (District Headquarters of Purba Medinipur) |
| College Campus | Lush green, peaceful, and unspoiled countryside, blending rural simplicity and urban refinement |
| Historical Significance | College established during the Quit India Movement; Mahishadal was a key site for sacrifices and political activity against British rule. |
| Notable Historical Figures Associated with College | Sri Satish Chandra Samanta (first National Government leader of British colonial rule); Mahishadal hosted Gandhiji for five days; Nirala (Poet) studied here. |
| Foundation Stone of Main Building | Laid by Sir Frederick John Burrows, Hon’ble Governor of Bengal |
| Inauguration of College Building | Inaugurated by Sri Kailash Nath Katzu, Hon’ble Governor of West Bengal on January 3, 1949 |
| Inauguration of Science Block | Inaugurated by Prof. Satyendra Nath Bose, renowned Scientist and National Professor on March 2, 1959 |
| Inauguration of Lib-Lab Building | Inaugurated by Sri K. V. Raghunath Reddy, Hon’ble Governor of West Bengal on February 3, 1996 |
| Foundation Stone of Diamond Jubilee Memorial Building | Laid by Sri Gopal Krishna Gandhi, Hon’ble Governor of West Bengal on August 1, 2005 |
| Website | https://mahishadalrajcollege.com/ |
Mahishadal Raj College Course Fee and Eligibility
| Course | Fees | Eligibility |
| M.A. | ₹37.2K | Graduation: 45% |
| B.Sc. | ₹6.9K - ₹42K | 10+2: 45%, Exams: CBSE 12th, WBCHSE |
| BCA | ₹72K | Exams: CBSE 12th, WBCHSE |
| B.A. | ₹5.2K - ₹20.4K | 10+2: 45%, Exams: CBSE 12th, WBCHSE |
| M.Sc. | ₹61.7K - ₹68.6K | Graduation: 50% |
| B.Com | ₹5.7K - ₹6.8K | 10+2: 45%, Exams: CBSE 12th, WBCHSE |
Mahishadal Raj College Admission
| Admission Type | Merit-based (for UG & PG programs) |
| Total Courses Offered | 35 courses across various streams (Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, Education, Arts, Commerce, etc.) |
| Popular UG Courses | B.Sc, B.A, B.Com |
| Popular PG Courses | M.Sc, M.A |
| UG Course Duration | 3 years |
| PG Course Duration | 2 years |
| UG Course Fees | ₹5,200 - ₹72,010 |
| PG Course Fees | ₹37,160 - ₹68,600 |
| Additional Fees | Application, exam, and other fees may apply (subject to change) |
Application Process:
| Course | Steps | Application Fee |
| UG Program | 1. Visit the website & click on “Online Application”. 2. Fill the form for each honors course. 3. Upload photo & signature. 4. Pay fee (Online: Net Banking/Credit/Debit; Offline: Bank Challan at ICICI/United Bank). 5. Submit form & print Challan (3 copies). | ₹100 |
| B.Voc Course | 1. Visit the website & click on “B.Voc Admission Form”. 2. Download & fill form. 3. Attach a passport-sized photo. 4. Submit by post with DD (in favor of “Mahishadal Raj College”). | ₹500 |
| PG Program | 1. Visit the website & click on “PG Online Application”. 2. Fill form & upload photo & signature. 3. Pay fee (Online: Net Banking/Credit/Debit; Offline: Bank Challan at ICICI/United Bank). 4. Submit form & print bank/college copy. | ₹300 (VU seats), ₹500 (Open Competition seats) |
Mahishadal Raj College Scholarship
| Fee Structure | Scholarships Available | Additional Info |
| ₹10,000 per year | SVMCM, Kanyashree, Aikyashree, Jindal, Ananta, Birla | Fee concessions are available for financially weak students. |
Mahishadal Raj College Infrastructure & Facilities
| Facility | Details |
| Library | Central Library with reprographic and communication facilities. Network Resource Centre. NME Project for free e-books & e-journals (10 connections). OPAC, Acquisition, Cataloguing, and Circulation. INFLIBNET subscription. |
| Hostel | Boys Hostel (In-campus) Girls Hostel (In-campus) |
| Sports Complex | Swimming Pool Playground |
| Labs | Chemistry Lab Computer Lab Physics Lab Zoology Lab |
| Cafeteria | Available |
| Gym | Available |
| Hospital / Medical | Available |
| Auditorium | Available |
| Convenience Store | Available |
Mahishadal Raj College Highlights
| Affiliate University | Vidyasagar University |
| Institution Type | Private |
| Total Area (In Acre) | 3.83 |
| Construction Area (Sq. M) | 12361.08 |
| Year of Establishment | 1946 |
| Website | www.mahishadalrajcollege.com |
| Recognised by | NCTE |
Mahishadal Raj College Student Diversity
| Category | PWD General | Muslim Minority General | ST | OBC | SC | General |
| Male | 10 | 64 | 19 | 65 | 255 | 564 |
| Female | 39 | 9 | 64 | 143 | 1110 | - |
| Total | 10 | 103 | 28 | 129 | 398 | 1674 |
Mahishadal Raj College PTR Table
| Particulars | Count |
| Student Enrolment(Male) | 3443 |
| Student Enrolment(Female) | 1265 |
| Student Enrolment Total | 4708 |
| Teaching Staff(Male) | 8 |
| Teaching Staff(Female) | 19 |
| Teaching Staff Total | 27 |
Mahishadal Raj College Courses and Fee Structure
Courses offered by Mahishadal Raj College
BA [Bachelor of Arts]
Offline On Campus- Specialization:
- Economics
- English
- Political Science
- Sociology
- History
- Philosophy
- Geography
- Bengali
- Mathematics
- Sanskrit
- +5
BSc [Bachelor of Science]
Offline On Campus- Specialization:
- Computer Science
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Zoology
- Economics
- Botany
- Geography
- Mathematics
- Nutrition
- +4
BCA [Bachelor of Computer Application]
Offline On CampusB.Com [Bachelor of Commerce]
Offline On Campus- Specialization:
- Accountancy
Mahishadal Raj College Infrastructure
Facilities
- Classrooms
- Canteen
- Communication
- Centre
- Computer labs
- Library
- Laboratory
- Medical Hospital
- gym
Mahishadal Raj College Reviews
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Clubs & Associations
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Placements & Internships : There are no placement opportunity for students. So we cannot get any job or salary. There is no career opportunity. Alumni network is not good.
Entrance Exams & Admissions : Eligibility criteria is 12th pass. Admission procedure is direct admis
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Contact Us
- Mahishadal Raj College - Mahishadal, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal, PIN- 721628
- www.mahishadalrajcollege.com
