PURNEA COLLEGE BIHAR

Bihar
Fees: ₹2,500 - ₹36,000 depending on the course (Self-financed courses are higher).
Average Package: ₹3.5 LPA
Highest Package: ₹8.0 LPA

About PURNEA COLLEGE BIHAR

Established in 1948, Purnea College is one of the oldest and most prominent educational institutions in Northern Bihar. Spread across a lush 119-acre campus, it offers diverse academic programs in Arts, Science, and Commerce. It transitioned from B.N. Mandal University to Purnea University in 2018.

Admission Process

Applications for UG and PG programs are invited through the Purnea University official portal. Selection is based on the merit of qualifying examinations (10+2 for UG and Graduation for PG).

Cutoffs

Typically ranges from 60% to 85% depending on the popularity of the honors subject.

Rankings & Recognition

Ranked among the top government constituent colleges in Bihar by state education surveys.

Top Recruiters & Placements

Wipro,TCS,HCL,Byju's,Small local start-ups

Scholarships

Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC students via Bihar State portal; NSP (National Scholarship Portal) benefits available.

Student Life & Campus

Active cultural life with sports tournaments, NSS camps, and debate competitions. The campus is known for its peaceful environment and student politics.

Facilities

Library,Computer Lab,Science Laboratories,Hostel (Boys/Girls),Playground,Canteen,NSS/NCC Units

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Purnea College a government or private institution?

Purnea College is a premier constituent public college under Purnea University (State Government).

What is the admission process for UG courses?

Admission is primarily merit-based, conducted through the Purnea University OFSS/UMIS portal based on Class 12 marks.

Courses & Fees

  • Bachelor of Arts - ₹7,000 (1st Year)
  • Bachelor of Science - ₹12,000 (1st Year)
  • Bachelor of Commerce - ₹10,000 (1st Year)
  • Bachelor of Computer Applications - ₹36,000 (Total)
  • Bachelor of Business Administration - ₹36,000 (Total)
  • Master of Arts (Economics, History, Political Science, Philosophy) - ₹10,000 (1st Year)
  • Master of Science (Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Mathematics) - ₹15,000 (1st Year)
  • Master of Commerce - ₹13,000 (1st Year)

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Pros

  • Highly experienced permanent faculty
  • Very affordable fee structure
  • Massive campus with 119 acres of land

Cons

  • Placement cell is not very active for traditional BA/BSc courses
  • Infrastructure requires modernization in older blocks

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Notifications & Updates

  • MOU for Internship Programme Under CBCS (2026-03-14)
  • PG Semester 1 and 3 Exam Extension Notice (2026-03-14)

Location

Purnia College Road, Sukhnagar, Purnia, Bihar - 854301

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Contact Details

Phone: 06454-242667

Email: principal@purneacollege.org

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