Updated on Jan 09, 2025
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Lady Brabourne College is a reputed women's college . Lady Brabourne College is situated in Kolkata, West Bengal. LBC Kolkata was founded in July 1939. The college is affiliated with University of Calcutta. Lady Brabourne College Overall ranking by NIRF is 101-150 out of 200 colleges in India in 2021.
LBC is graded A by NAAC. Lady Brabourne College offers bachelors of science and arts programs under various categories and 17 specializations such as Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Zoology, Physics, Computer Science, English, Chemistry, Zoology, English, Mathematics, Statistics, Botany, Microbiology, Physics. LBC has an affordable fees range of all the courses ranging between INR 27,174 - 88,534.
The College has a Central Computer Centre where internet browsing facilities are available supplementing the same in the library. The College has 3 reprographic Centers where teachers and students can photocopy books / journals / documents. . As per the placement record of LBC, Accenture , Cognizant , IBM , IBM DAKSH , Infosys , satyam , TCS , Tech Mahindra , Wipro are the top recruiters.
Highlights
- Lady Brabourne College is situated in Kolkata, West Bengal.
- LBC Kolkata was founded in July 1939.
- The college is affiliated with University of Calcutta.
- Lady Brabourne College Overall ranking by NIRF is 101-150 out of 200 colleges in India in 2021. LBC is graded A by NAAC.
- Lady Brabourne College offers bachelors of science and arts programs under various categories and 17 specializations .
- LBC has an affordable fees range of all the courses ranging between INR 27,174 - 88,534.
- LBC, Accenture , Cognizant , IBM , IBM DAKSH , Infosys , satyam , TCS , Tech Mahindra , Wipro are the top recruiters.
Lady Brabourne College courses and Fees
The college offers various courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level. There are specializations in fields of computer science , Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Zoology, Physics, Computer Science, English and many more. These programs equip the students to handle day-to-day business situations and perform outstandingly in the corporate world by impacting the requisite skill set and adding value to the students.
| Serial no | Course | Name of the specialization | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Physics | 3 years | - |
| 2 | Chemistry | - | ||
| 3 | Microbiology | - | ||
| 4 | Mathematics | - | ||
| 5 | Economics | - | ||
| 6 | Statistics | - | ||
| 7 | Botany | - | ||
| 7 | Zoology | - | ||
| 8 | Geography | - | ||
| 9 | Computer Science | - | ||
| 10 | Bachelor of Arts | Bengali | 3 years | - |
| 11 | Hindi | - | ||
| 12 | English | - | ||
| 13 | Sanskrit | - | ||
| 14 | History | - | ||
| 15 | Persian | - | ||
| 17 | Master of Science (M.Sc) | - | 2 years | - |
| 18 | Master of Arts (M.A.) | - | 2 years | - |
| 19 | Diploma Course | - | 2 years | - |
| 20 | Ph.D. | - | 5-6 years | - |
Lady Brabourne College Admission process -
Lady Brabourne College offers a variety of courses, including B.A.B.Sc., M.A, M.Sc., PG Diploma, and admission process is online and as follows-
- Download the admission form from the official website of the college Fill all the necessary details required .
- Attach the self-attested photocopy of all relevant documents
- Attend the admission round.
- Document verification
Admission guidelines and required documents-
- Original transcript of the most recent university or board exam passed, together with an official photo
- Character certificate that has been properly endorsed by the institution's head at the last visit.
- Detailed grades, certificates of discharge and migration in the event that a student is transferring from another Indian board or university.
- Registration at the university (for former students only)
- Certificates of recognition from the head of the institution last attended for outstanding achievement in extracurricular activities and games.
- Aadhar card of the candidates
- College leaving certification or transfer certificate.
- Birth certificate of the candidate
- Domicile certification of the candidates or parent, whichever is applicable
Eligibility criteria-
Students at LBC can pursue professional courses like B.SC , M.SC in the field of Science and technology . To take admission in a masters programme, candidates should have passed graduation from any recognized university in India. The courses,eligibility for the specific course are listed below-
| Course | Specialization | Eligibility | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc | Physics | Passed 10+2 in Science stream with Physics & Mathematics as one of the compulsory subjects | Entrance based |
| Chemistry | Passed 10+2 in Science stream with Chemistry as one of the compulsory subjects | ||
| Microbiology | |||
| Mathematics | Passed 10+2 in Science stream with Mathematics as one of the compulsory subjects | ||
| Economics | |||
| Statistics | |||
| Botany | Passed 10+2 in Science stream with Biology/ Biotechnology as one of the compulsory subjects | ||
| Zoology | |||
| Geography | Passed 10+2 in Science stream | ||
| Computer Science | Passed 10+2 in Science stream with mathematics and Physics/ Statistics/ Computer Science | ||
| B.A | Bengali | Passed 10+2 examinations in any stream | Merit based |
| English | |||
| Hindi | |||
| Sanskrit | |||
| Persian | |||
| Urdu | |||
| Political Science | |||
| Sociology | |||
| Philosophy | |||
| History |
placement : LBC has a dedicated section for placing students. In coordination with the college administration, the college's placement department develops several training programs to get students ready for the placement drives. LBC provides students with the opportunities for engaging in the Industry with activities such as Certifications, Corporate Trainings, Live Projects, Pre-placement Simulation Sessions, Industry Leaders sessions, Industry Tours, Industry Emergent Trends and SME Sessions, National / Global Event Analysis sessions, participating in Corporate Events and Seminars, CSR and Sustainability Projects, Alumni Sessions, organizing and participation in Corporate Events, Seminars, Research Conferences and Domain specific Conclaves. As per the official reports, LBC, Accenture , Cognizant , IBM , IBM DAKSH , Infosys , satyam , TCS , Tech Mahindra , Wipro are the top recruiters.
Lady Brabourne College Rankings-
- Lady Brabourne College Arts ranking by India Today is 53 out of 173 colleges in India in 2023 and it was 55 out of 171 colleges in India in 2022.
- Lady Brabourne College Arts ranking by The Week is 39 out of 50 colleges in India in 2020 and it was 36 out of 50 colleges in India in 2019.
- Lady Brabourne College Overall ranking by NIRF is 101-150 out of 200 colleges in India in 2021 and it was 94 out of 200 colleges in India in 2020.
Lady Brabourne College hostels
The College Hostel with accommodation for 250+ students is located in the adjacent premises, the second campus of the College. Admission to the College Hostel is mainly on the basis of performance in the last examination and the distance of the applicant's hometown.
It is ensured that each department has a fair quota of seats in the Hostel. Besides the usual guards on duty at the Hostel, additional armed security guards have been deployed for ensuring the safety and security of students. Moreover, the College is in the process of installing CCTV cameras in order to enhance vigil and for round-the-clock surveillance.
Medical Facilities & Norms :
The College Hostel provides a healthy, hygienic and eco-friendly ambience to the students. Students can avail the facilities of a modern gymnasium in the Hostel premises to keep them healthy and fit. There are regular inspections by the KMC for prevention of diseases like malaria, dengue, etc.
Lady Brabourne College prizes and scholarships
1) Golden Jubilee Commemorative Prize for securing highest marks in the B.Sc. Examinations from the College.
2) Ranjan Chakraborty Memorial Silver Medal for obtaining highest marks in the B.Sc. Examinations from the College awarded by the late Santi Chakraborty.
3) Usha Purakayastha Memorial Prize for securing highest marks among all Science Honors candidates (excluding Geography and Economics) in the B.Sc. (Part-l + Part II) Examinations.
4) Dr. Meghnad Saha Centenary Silver Medal for standing first among Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics Honors candidates, awarded by his daughter, Dr. Chitra Roy, former teacher of English of this College.
5) Medal awarded by Dr. Sunanda Guha, former teacher of the Physics Department, for Best all-round performance in the Physics Department.
6) Prize awarded by Dr. Arunima Mukherjee, former teacher of the Physics Department for standing First class First in Physics Honors.
7) Charubala and Manoranjan Banerjee Memorial Prize awarded by Dr. Parul Banerjee, former Principal of the College, for standing first in Chemistry Honors.
8) Pradip Kumar Ghosh Memorial Cash Prize for securing highest marks in Chemistry Honors awarded by former teacher Bithika Guha of the Chemistry Department .
9) Umesh Chandra Sengupta Memorial Cash Prize for standing first in Chemistry Honors from the College, awarded by Dr. Gouri Sengupta, former teacher of the Chemistry Department.
Conclusion-
Lady Brabourne College (LBC) in Kolkata, West Bengal, stands as a prestigious institution for women's education. With a rich history dating back to its founding in July 1939, the college maintains a strong affiliation with the University of Calcutta. Its reputation for academic excellence is further validated by its NIRF ranking within the 101-150 range among the top colleges in India and an A grade from NAAC. LBC continues to provide quality education and support facilities, ensuring a safe learning environment for its students.
