Adamas University

Adamas University, renowned as the Best Private University in Kolkata, West Bengal, stands as a beacon of holistic education. Established to address diverse educational needs, the university fosters an environment that nurtures both academic excellence and societal values.

Situated on a picturesque 120-acre campus in Barasat, just 13 km from Kolkata’s Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, Adamas University has marked a decade of excellence. With over 7,500 students and 2,000 resident faculty and staff, the university offers world-class education through 10 Schools of Studies, emphasizing flexibility, multidisciplinary learning, and cutting-edge pedagogy. Its vibrant campus is a hub for innovation, housing advanced research facilities and promoting international collaborations in education, research, and student exchange programs.

Founded under the West Bengal Act IV of 2014 by the Sachis Kiran Roy Memorial Trust, the university embodies a vision of professional and academic excellence. It aims to expand its academic portfolio to include fields like Biological Sciences, Earth Sciences, Fine Arts, and Medical Sciences.

Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Samit Ray envisions Adamas University as a globally respected institution, driving social progress through impactful education, research, and innovation. Supported by the RICE Group, the university continues to shape the future of West Bengal’s youth.

Scholarships available at Adamas University

Adamas University offers a diverse range of scholarships to support students' academic journeys. These scholarships are based on merit, entrance exam scores, financial needs, and special categories such as defense personnel, sports achievers, and university alumni.

Merit-Based Scholarships:

- Undergraduate (UG) Programs: Scholarships range from 25% to 100% of the first semester fee, based on marks in the qualifying exam (85% and above).

- Postgraduate (PG) Programs: Students scoring 70% and above in their qualifying exams can avail scholarships up to 100%.

Entrance Exam-Based Scholarships:

- JEE (Main) 2023: Scholarships for B.Tech applicants based on ranks up to 150,000, with up to 100% fee coverage for top ranks.

- WBJEE 2023: Scholarships for ranks up to 5,000, with up to 80% fee coverage.

- MBA Programs: Scholarships based on CAT/MAT/CMAT/ATMA scores, with up to 100% fee waiver for top scorers.

Special Category Scholarships:

- Employee and Sibling Benefits: Wards and siblings of Adamas University/RICE employees and current students are eligible for fee concessions.

- Alumni: Alumni of Adamas Educational Institutions receive 50% off the first semester fee.

- Defense Personnel: Wards of defense and paramilitary personnel receive up to 10% fee concessions.

- Sports Achievers: Outstanding sports achievers and their wards receive 100% fee waivers.

Merit Cum Means Scholarship:

Students with 60%+ marks and a family income below ₹3 lakh per semester can apply for tuition fee concessions.

Merit Scholarship:

Top-performing students in each program receive scholarships based on batch size, with awards up to ₹25,000.

General Conditions:

- Students must meet attendance, disciplinary, and academic requirements to qualify.

- Only one scholarship can be availed at a time, excluding specific categories.

- Scholarships are limited to 10% of the program intake.

This policy ensures inclusivity while promoting academic excellence and holistic development.