Sonamukhi College, located in Bankura, imparts three-year Undergraduate Honours and General Courses in three streams (Arts, Science, and Commerce), over 17 courses are offered under these. The degrees provided by the college are B.Com., B.A., and B.Sc. Admission to these courses is solely on the basis of merits obtained in 10+2 in relevant stream. The college campus has facilities such as Auditorium, Computer Lab, Class Rooms, Sports, Grounds, Seminar Hall, and Library.

Sonamukhi College Highlights

Established | Institute Type 1966 | Public
Affiliated to Bankura University
Approved by University Grants Commission (UGC)
Courses Offered 17 Courses across 3 streams
Popular Courses B.A. (Hons), B.Sc. (Hons),  and B.Com (Hons)
Departments Arts, Commerce, Science
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Merit-based
Campus Area 7 Acres
Total Intake 960
Facilities Available Library, Computer Lab, Auditorium, Sports
Official Website http://www.sonamukhicollegebankura.com/

Sonamukhi College Courses

Sonamukhi College Bankura offers Undergraduate courses in Arts, Science, and Commerce. Given below are the details of the same:

Course Details
B.A. (Honours)
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC, ST, & PH)
  • Selection criteria: Merit-based
  • Subjects: Bengali, Education, English, Economics, Geography, History, Philosophy, Political Science, and Sanskrit.
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B.A.
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with minimum 40% marks
  • Selection criteria: Merit-based
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B.Com. (Honours)
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: 10+2 in Commerce stream with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC, ST, & PH)
  • Selection criteria: Merit-based
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B.Com.
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with minimum 40% marks
  • Selection criteria: Merit-based
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B.Sc. (Honours)
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC, ST, & PH). Candidates applying for Computer Science should have passed with Mathematics in 10+2
  • Selection criteria: Merit-based
  • Subjects: Botany, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, and Mathematics.
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B.Sc.
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Eligibility: 10+2 with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC, ST, & PH)
  • Selection criteria: Merit-based
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Sonamukhi College Admission

Admission at Sonamukhi College Bankura is purely on the basis of the merit list released by the university. The admission process generally commences in the month of May, candidates are hereby advised to follow the college websites for details.

How to apply?

Students seeking admission to the institute must fill the online admission form. Below is the admission process for the UG courses:

  • Visit the official website of the college or university.

  • Fill the admission form with all the required information and documents. Documents to be uploaded by the students while filling up the online application:

    • Admit card and mark-sheet of 10th class exams.

    • Mark-sheet of Higher Secondary Examination.

    • Caste Certificate (where necessary).

    • PH Certificate (where necessary).

  • Pay the application form fee of INR 300 (INR 200 for SC, ST, and PH candidates) through electronic mode linked to the portal.

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Sonamukhi College Scholarships

Financial aid/ scholarships are provided to students belonging from economically or socially weaker section of the society. The college is known to offer the following scholarships:

  • Kanyashree (K3)
  • Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means scholarships.
  • Post Matric Scholarship (AIKYASHREE)
  • Merit cum Means Scholarship (AIKYASHREE)
  • Talent Support Stipend (AIKYASHREE)
  • Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship for Minorities (AIKYASHREE)
  • Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ ST/ OBC Students (OASIS)
  • Category C: P.G. Scholarships

The students can apply for these scholarships through the link provided on the university website. The last date to apply for these scholarships is in the month of November. The students are required to submit the required documents for Institute Level Verification.

Sonamukhi College FAQs

Ques. What is the policy for the session gap?

Ans. For admission to the Under Graduate Course, there should not be a gap of more than 3 years between the year of Higher Secondary Examination and the year of admission to Under Graduate Course of study.

Ques. Does the college provide scholarships?

Ans. Yes, the institute provides scholarships on the basis of merit and economic and social background. The final decision to award the scholarship remains with the authority.

Ques. What are the facilities available in the college?

Ans. The facilities provided by the college include computer labs, a well-stocked library, sports, and cafeteria.

Ques. Does the college provide hostel facility?

Ans. No, the hostel facility is not provided by the college.

Ques. Does the college provide placement to its students?

Ans. Yes, the college does provide placement opportunities to its final year students. The placement cell invites various companies yearly to recruit students.