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CDAC Kolkata

Offers quality education with a focus on emerging technologies and good placement opportunities in Eastern India's growing technology sector.

CDAC Kolkata

4/5 (132 reviews)

83%

Placement Rate

3

Courses Offered

120+

Recruiters

20+

Years of Excellence

About CDAC Kolkata

Offers quality education with a focus on emerging technologies and good placement opportunities in Eastern India. CDAC Kolkata is located in the Salt Lake Electronics Complex (Sector V) — Kolkata's primary IT hub — providing students with access to the growing technology sector in Eastern India.

The Salt Lake Sector V area is home to numerous IT companies including TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Cognizant, IBM, and many other organizations. CDAC Kolkata students benefit from this proximity, with many companies conducting placement drives directly at the institute.

As the primary CDAC center serving Eastern India, CDAC Kolkata plays a vital role in nurturing technical talent in the region. The institute has maintained a solid track record of placements and continues to be the preferred choice for aspiring IT professionals from West Bengal and neighboring states.

Key Highlights

Located in Sector V, Salt Lake Electronics Complex — Kolkata's IT hub

83% placement rate with 120+ recruiting companies

Primary CDAC center serving Eastern India's talent pool

Strong connections with TCS, IBM, Capgemini and other IT leaders

Focus on growing Eastern India tech ecosystem

Government of India supported institution under MeitY

Affordable living costs compared to other metro cities

Active student placement cell and alumni support network

Location & Contact

Address:

Plot E-2/1, Block GP, Sector V,
Salt Lake Electronics Complex,
Kolkata - 700 091,
West Bengal, India

Email:

cdackolkata@cdac.in

Website:

www.cdac.in

Courses Offered

PG-DAC

Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Computing

Popularity90%

Duration: 6 months

Fees: ₹90,000 + GST

Batch Size: 60 students

Placement Rate: 85%

Key Modules:
  • Core & Advanced Java
  • Web Technologies (React/Angular)
  • Database Technologies
  • Spring Boot & Microservices
  • Data Structures & Algorithms

PG-DBDA

Post Graduate Diploma in Big Data Analytics

Popularity77%

Duration: 6 months

Fees: ₹95,000 + GST

Batch Size: 40 students

Placement Rate: 81%

Key Modules:
  • Data Science Fundamentals
  • Machine Learning & AI
  • Big Data Technologies (Hadoop)
  • Data Visualization
  • Statistical Analysis & Python

PG-DITISS

Post Graduate Diploma in IT Infrastructure, Systems & Security

Popularity68%

Duration: 6 months

Fees: ₹90,000 + GST

Batch Size: 30 students

Placement Rate: 79%

Key Modules:
  • Network Administration
  • System Administration
  • Cloud Computing (AWS/Azure)
  • Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking
  • DevOps & Docker/Kubernetes

Admission Process

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Graduate in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)
  • Mathematics as a subject in 10+2 or graduation level
  • Valid C-CAT score

Steps for Admission:

  1. Appear for C-CAT (CDAC Common Admission Test)
  2. Register for centralized counseling on CDAC website
  3. Fill your institute and course preferences
  4. Seat allocation based on C-CAT rank and preferences
  5. Pay the course fee to confirm admission
  6. Report to the institute with original documents

Fee Structure:

CourseCourse FeeGST (18%)Total Fee
PG-DAC₹90,000₹16,200₹1,06,200
PG-DBDA₹95,000₹17,100₹1,12,100
PG-DITISS₹90,000₹16,200₹1,06,200

* Fee structure is subject to change as per CDAC guidelines

Placement Statistics

83%

Overall Placement Rate

₹5.8 LPA

Average Package

₹15 LPA

Highest Package

120+

Recruiting Companies

Top Recruiters

TCS
Infosys
Wipro
Cognizant
IBM
Tata Steel
ITC Infotech
Capgemini

Alumni Success Stories

SB

Sourav Banerjee

PG-DAC 2022 Batch

"CDAC Kolkata was the stepping stone I needed. The training was rigorous and the placement support was exceptional. I got placed at TCS with a good package and have been growing in my career since."

Currently: Software Engineer at TCS

PC

Priyanka Chatterjee

PG-DBDA 2021 Batch

"The big data analytics course at CDAC Kolkata gave me a strong foundation in data science. The practical projects were particularly useful and helped me land a job at IBM in the data team."

Currently: Data Analyst at IBM

Infrastructure & Facilities

Computer Labs

  • Modern computer labs with updated workstations
  • Machines with adequate specifications for coursework
  • Required software and development environments installed
  • Hands-on lab sessions for practical learning
  • Lab availability during assigned hours for practice

Classrooms

  • Air-conditioned classrooms with projectors
  • Clear visibility for all students in the room
  • Comfortable seating for extended learning sessions
  • Presentation and audio systems for lectures
  • Accessibility for students with special needs

Library & Learning Resources

  • Library with a good collection of IT and CS books
  • Access to digital learning resources and e-books
  • Study spaces for individual and group study
  • Online journal and research paper subscriptions
  • CDAC knowledge base and publication access

Other Amenities

  • Cafeteria with Bengali and multi-cuisine food options
  • Metro connectivity nearby (Salt Lake Sector V Metro)
  • Wi-Fi internet throughout the campus
  • Hall for seminars, placement drives, and workshops
  • Affordable cost of living in the Salt Lake area