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Department of Economics

Constituent Department of Jadavpur University, Kolkata

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About Department of Economics

Background, academic mission, and departmental profile

The Department of Economics, established in the year 1956, is recognised nationwide for its importance in the teaching excellence and prospective research activities. Prof. Amartya Sen, the Welfare Economist and Nobel Laureate began his career both as a teacher and a research scholar in the Department of Economics, Jadavpur University. The teaching and research activities of the department in different fields have impressed the UGC. and consequently it has helped the department to set up a Centre for Regional Economic Studies under the Special Assistance Programme in 1987. In 2005 the Department of Economics became the 4th Centre of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Economics in India.

Faculty Type Postgraduate Teaching Department
Affiliation Jadavpur University, Kolkata
Campus Location Kolkata, West Bengal

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common queries about Department of Economics

Where is the Department of Economics located?

The Department of Economics is an academic teaching department of Jadavpur University, Kolkata, located in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?

Admissions to courses offered by Department of Economics are conducted as per Jadavpur University, Kolkata guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.

What qualifications are awarded by Department of Economics?

Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under Jadavpur University, Kolkata.