About College/University

Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), formerly known as West Bengal University of Technology (WBUT), is a state government university established in 2001. It is one of the largest technical universities in India and affiliates more than 200 engineering, management, and professional colleges across West Bengal.

The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programs in engineering, management, science, pharmacy, and technology fields. It plays a major role in technical education and skill development in the state

Courses

Course Eligibility

• B.Tech: 10+2 (PCM) + WBJEE / JEE Main
• BCA/BBA/B.Sc: 10+2 + CET (MAKAUT)
• MBA: Graduation + JEMAT / CAT / MAT
• MCA: Graduation + WBJEE JECA
• M.Tech: B.Tech + GATE / PGET
• PhD: PG + Entrance + Interview 

Fees

Placement

Admission Process

College Highlights

• One of the largest technical universities in India
• Affiliates 200+ colleges in West Bengal
• Strong presence in Engineering & IT education
• Affordable fee structure (government university)
• Offers modern courses like AI, Data Science
• Central role in WBJEE-based admissions 

FAQs

Q1. Is MAKAUT government or private?
→ Government (State University)

Q2. What was its old name?
→ WBUT (West Bengal University of Technology)

Q3. Is it a good university?
→ Yes, especially for engineering (depends on affiliated college)

Q4. What is the fee range?
→ ₹9,000 – ₹4.8 Lakhs

Q5. Which exam is required?
→ WBJEE / JEMAT / MAKAUT CET

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