Ramakrishna Mission Residential College, Narendrapur
 The College | |
| Type | Autonomous |
|---|---|
| Established | 1960 |
| Principal | Swami Bhudebananda (popularly called Shoubhik da) |
Academic staff | 82 |
| Location |
Kolkata, West Bengal, India 22°26′19″N 88°24′00″E / 22.438619°N 88.400024°ECoordinates: 22°26′19″N 88°24′00″E / 22.438619°N 88.400024°E |
| Campus | Urban |
| Colors | White and White |
| Affiliations | University of Calcutta |
| Website | www.rkmcnarendrapur.org |
Ramakrishna Mission Residential College, Narendrapur is one of the most prestigious colleges in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is an autonomous college located in Narendrapur, Kolkata. The college was established in 1960 and is affiliated to the University of Calcutta. It is run by the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Narendrapur.[1] This is a Residential College for boys only.
Autonomy
The Institution was granted autonomy in 2008 (it is the second autonomous college in West Bengal) by the University Grant Commission (UGC) and the University of Calcutta. This became effective from the academic session 2009-10.
NAAC Accreditation
In January 2004 the college was recognized as an "A" grade institution by the National Assessment And Accreditation Council (NAAC). In May 2012, NAAC PEER Team visited the College for Re-Accreditation. It has awarded the college a GPA Of 3.56 out of 4.00 with the drescriptor 'Very Good'.
Academics
The following courses are offered:
- Undergraduate:
- B. Sc. Physics
- B. Sc. Chemistry
- B. Sc. Mathematics
- B. Sc. Statistics
- B. Sc. Economics
- B. Sc. Computer Science
- B. A. English
- B. A. History
- Postgraduate:
- Research:
Campus life
The campus of the college and ashrama occupies a full of lush greenery area of 150 acres (0.61 km2). The college provides several facilities for its students, such as hostels, library, multigym, games & sports and medical. At present, there are three hostels namely Brahmananda Bhavana, Shree Gouranga Bhavana and Ramakrishnananda Bhavana under the supervision of the college. Another hostel is constructed beside Ramakrishnanada Bhavana. The college also provides a well-stocked library.[2] The college building has four floors. A swimming pool beside the Brahmananda Bhavana was recently inaugurated.
The students and faculty members together organize a yearly cultural fest Uttisthata. At present only the students of the college are allowed to participate in the events, though the fest is open for all audience.
References
- ↑ "Ramakrishna Mission Residential College". India education. Archived from the original (http) on 2008-06-24. Retrieved 2008-05-20.
- ↑ "Ramakrishna Mission Residential College". India9.com. Archived from the original on 2012-05-29. Retrieved 2008-05-20.