Estd. : 2017
Approvals & Recognitions :UGC Recognition, Approval By AICTE, Approval of NCTE, Approval of PCI, Approval of Paramedical Council of Madhya Pradesh, Approval of DGMS, Approval of Bar Council of India,
Education Type : Co-Education
Institute Type : Private
Campus Size : 16.64
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata (SXUK) is a Jesuit?run private university established in 2017 in New Town, Kolkata, West Bengal, India. It builds on the rich educational heritage of the Xavier brand with a focus on holistic and value?based education that blends academic excellence with ethical leadership.
SXUK offers a wide range of programmes at the undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG) and doctoral (PhD) levels across faculties such as:
Commerce & Management (including Xavier Business School)
Law (Xavier Law School)
Arts & Social Sciences
Science and Humanities
Psychology, Social Work, Mass Communication
Statistics, Computer Science
Admission criteria vary by programme: UG admissions are generally merit?based on Class 12 marks, while law and management programmes may require entrance tests (e.g., XLAT, CAT/XAT/MAT/NMAT).
The urban campus spans ~16.64 acres and features modern infrastructure, academic buildings, libraries, sports facilities, student hostels, and active student clubs/events.
The university maintains a vibrant academic calendar with seminars, conferences, workshops, guest lectures and cultural festivals geared toward student growth and industry interaction.
SXUK follows the Jesuit motto “Nihil Ultra” (Nothing Beyond)—emphasizing pursuit of excellence with ethical and societal values integrated into academia.
Vice?Chancellor Excellence Award: The Vice?Chancellor received the Excellence in Learning and Development Award from the Indian Society for Training and Development.
Faculty Recognition: Professors received awards such as Young Faculty in Accounting & Finance and Most Admired Professor (Finance) from reputed award bodies.
Student Accolades: Students have secured top ranks in external awards like the Baroda Achievers Award and All?India professional exams (e.g., CS).
SXUK has established international MoUs with institutions like Lincoln University College and KIIT for academic collaboration and research.
Unlike older institutions, SXUK’s global and national rankings are emerging as the university grows:
| Ranking Body | Position / Recognition |
|---|---|
| Webometrics (Global) | Ranked around #12,000+ worldwide (indicative of improving research & visibility). |
| National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) | SXUK itself does not yet feature prominently in the latest NIRF University rankings, but its constituent institutions (like St. Xavier’s College) have ranked among the top colleges in India in recent years. |
| Accreditations & Approvals: | Recognised by UGC, AICTE (for MBA), BCI (for law), and NBA accreditation for select programmes. |
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St. Xavier’s University, Action Area III?B, New Town, Kolkata – 700160, West Bengal, India
