B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) at JIS University, Kolkata

JIS University, Kolkata, Kolkata, West Bengal, offers B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) as a 4-year undergraduate degree. Fees for the full course come to ₹6.22 lakh – ₹14.69 lakh (roughly ₹1.56 lakh a year).

Expect to spend most of your time on keeping systems safe: networks, cryptography, ethical hacking, secure coding and digital forensics.

JIS University, Kolkata is a private institute, founded in 2014. This page brings together what is on record for this course at JIS University, Kolkata — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most B.Tech programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations (mathematics, science and programming), the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means keeping systems safe: networks, cryptography, ethical hacking, secure coding and digital forensics. Typical first jobs: security analyst, penetration tester or SOC engineer. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask JIS University, Kolkata for the current semester-wise plan.

The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Tech programmes at JIS University, Kolkata as a group.

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with JIS University, Kolkata before you pay anything.

To get into B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security), you usually need Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, plus Chemistry, Computer Science or another technical subject; most colleges ask for roughly 45–60% in these subjects. The minimum marks on record at JIS University, Kolkata are: X: 0.0, XII: 60.0, Graduation: 0.0.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through JEE Main and state engineering entrance exams. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check JIS University, Kolkata's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

In most years, admission follows these steps:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take JEE Main and state engineering entrance exams and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to JIS University, Kolkata on its website (www.jisuniversity.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

The most recent placement data we hold (2023) show an average package of ₹4.5 lakh at JIS University, Kolkata. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

JIS University, Kolkata runs 8 B.Tech specialisations in all. If this one is not quite right, compare it with:

• B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering
• B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering
• B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Lateral Entry)
• B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (AI and Machine Learning)
• B.Tech. in CSE with Software Product Engineering (Kalvium)
• B.Tech in CSE (Internet of Things)
• B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

• Are you genuinely interested in keeping systems safe? You will spend 4 years on it.
• Can you manage ₹6.22 lakh – ₹14.69 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
• How does JIS University, Kolkata compare with other colleges offering B.Tech in and around Kolkata?