IIT Kharagpur M.Sc Geology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to the college requires candidates to apply for the JAM exam, with applications typically released in December and the exam conducted in March. The faculty is highly qualified, with many having advanced degrees from IITs and prestigious foreign universities. In 2010, the total fee for a two-year course was around Rs 1 lakh, supported by government sponsorship. Scholarships are available for underprivileged students, including SC, ST, and OBC categories.

The college provides a Merit-cum-Means (MCM) scholarship valued at Rs 1 lakh over two years for students from low-income families, requiring a family income below a specified threshold and a CGPA over 7.0. For general category students with a family income exceeding Rs 8 lakhs, the total course fee is Rs 11 lakhs, while those with a family income below Rs 1 lakh receive a tuition fee waiver. Placement outcomes vary, with more than 90% of students generally securing jobs, averaging packages around Rs 15 lakh per annum, although in 2010 only 2 out of 16 students were placed.

Some graduates have secured positions in prestigious foreign companies with packages between Rs 15-20 lakh, and the highest package recorded was Rs 2.8 crore. Internship opportunities are abundant, with positions offered by leading companies and research groups across various sectors.