NSHM Knowledge Campus

NSHM Knowledge Campus, established in 1996 in Kolkata, has earned a distinguished reputation as a premier educational institution in Eastern India. The campus holds a prestigious NAAC A+ accreditation, placing it among the top 15% of higher education institutes in the country. This recognition reflects the institution's unwavering commitment to academic excellence and quality education.

 

The campus offers a unique Choice-Based Extended Learning programme featuring over 50 multidisciplinary courses designed to broaden students' skills beyond their core curriculum. With strong industry partnerships, students gain valuable practical exposure through workshops, training sessions, and research projects that prepare them for real-world challenges. The NSHM Life Skills School further contributes to holistic development through initiatives spanning creative arts, sports, and social action.

 

Placement opportunities at NSHM are impressive, with the 2025 batch achieving a 98% placement rate and a highest package of INR 16.57 LPA. Leading companies such as Amazon, TCS, Wipro, and Cognizant actively recruit from the campus. The institution fosters a supportive, ragging-free environment where students benefit from experienced faculty and modern infrastructure, ensuring they are well-prepared for successful careers in their chosen fields.

 

Top Courses & Fees

Course Name	Duration	Total Fees / Structure	Eligibility Criteria
BBA	3 years	₹3,78,099 total tuition (₹1,26,033 per year)	10+2 in any stream with minimum 50% aggregate.
BCA (General / Cyber Security / AI C ML)	3 years	₹3,78,099 total tuition (₹1,26,033 per year)	10+2 in any stream with minimum 50% aggregate; Mathematics preferred but not mandatory.
B.Sc Hospitality and Hotel Administration	3 years	₹4,37,499 total (₹1,45,833 per year)	10+2 in any stream with minimum 50% aggregate.
B.Optom (Bachelor of Optometry)	4 years (incl. 1-year internship)	₹4,70,448 total tuition (₹1,17,612 per year)	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics with minimum 50% aggregate.
B.Sc Data Science	3 years	₹4.9 Lakh total	10+2 with relevant subjects.
B.Sc Psychology	3 years	₹4.0 Lakh total	10+2 in any stream.
B.Sc Media Science	3 years	₹5.5 Lakh total	10+2 in any stream.

B.Sc Animation C Graphics	3 years	₹6.0 Lakh total	10+2 in any stream.
B.Pharma (Lateral)	3 years	₹6.0 Lakh total	Diploma in Pharmacy.
MHA (Master of Hospital Administration)	2 years	₹4.5 Lakh total	Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
MCA	2 years	₹3.8 Lakh total	Bachelor's degree with Mathematics/Computer Science.

 

Scholarships

 

Scholarship Name	Eligibility Criteria	Award Amount
Asha Jyoti Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	UG applicants: 70% in Class 12 for merit.   Family income below ₹5 Lakh for means-based eligibility.	25% to 100% fee waiver depending on category and need.
Defense Forces Scholarship	Wards of Indian Navy/Army/Air Force/Paramilitary personnel, based on academic performance.	Merit-based fee waiver.

MyNSHM Scholarship	Existing UG students applying for PG at NSHM, siblings of NSHM students/alumni, or immediate family of NSHM employees.	Merit-based fee waiver.
West Bengal Government Scholarships	SVMCM: West Bengal domicile with family income below ₹2.5 Lakh.   OASIS: SC/ST/OBC students.	Up to ₹60,000/year (SVMCM).   As per state norms (OASIS).

 

Placements:-

Placement data varies significantly across sources and schools within the institution.

Highest Package: ₹16.57 LPA reported for the overall campus. School-specific figures show ₹12 LPA for BCA/Computing and ₹7 LPA for Hospitality.

 

Average Package: ₹5.8 LPA overall. School-specific: ₹4.75 LPA for Computing, ₹5 LPA for Hospitality, ₹5.6 LPA for Business School.

 

Placement Rate: 98% for Computing (2024). The institution claims 98.9% overall placement with 2,200+ students placed by 300+ recruiters.

Companies/Recruiters: Amazon, TCS, HCL, SAP, Cognizant, Wipro, Infosys, KPMG, Deloitte, Capgemini, PwC, Taj Hotels, Oberoi Group, JW Marriott, Thomas Cook.

Admission

Entrance Exams: NSHM conducts its own NPAT (NSHM Personality and Aptitude Test) for most programmes, followed by a personal interview. For B.Optom, admission is through MAKAUT combined entrance test or NSHM aptitude test. BBA and BCA do not require CUET.

 

Application Process:

Register on the NSHM admissions portal and pay application fee (₹750 for BBA/BCA)

Appear for NPAT at the Kolkata campus

Shortlisted candidates attend personal interview with faculty panel

Receive admission offer based on NPAT and interview performance

Pay first-year tuition fee to confirm seat

Report with original documents for verification

 

 

NSHM Knowledge FAQs

1- Is NSHM Knowledge Campus now called something else?

Yes. NSHM Knowledge Campus Kolkata has been renamed Bhawanipur Global Campus (BGC). The institution still operates from the same New Alipore/Tollygunge location and remains affiliated with MAKAUT.

 

2- Is NSHM Kolkata a recognised institution?

It is affiliated with MAKAUT and approved by AICTE for technical programmes. NAAC accreditation is listed as A+ in some sources, though this should be verified directly as institutional details have changed with the rebranding.

 

3- Does NSHM Kolkata have hostel facilities?

Yes. Hostels are available for boys and girls within walking distance of campus. Fees range from ₹24,000 to ₹42,000 per semester for accommodation, with canteen charges around ₹18,900 to ₹20,000 per semester. Student reviews on hostel food quality are mixed, with some describing it as average or below expectations.