Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology
Formerly known as WBUT, MAKAUT was established in 2001 and is West Bengal’s primary technical university, headquartered near Haringhata. It governs over 200 affiliated private and public colleges, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in engineering, management, sciences, applied technology, and design. MAKAUT’s central campus spans ~40 acres and includes multiple Schools of Studies in areas such as Engineering, Energy, Food Science, and Architecture. Accredited by NAAC and offering NBA-approved programs, the university frequently ranks within the 101–150 range among Indian state technical universities. MAKAUT also monitors student progress via DigiLocker access and promotes flexible education models. Its affiliation ensures uniform curriculum, exams, and quality assurance across a large network of institutions statewide.
Overview
Ownership
Government
Address
BF Block, Sector 1, Bidhannagar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700064
Establishment
1999
Modes of counselling
Mode
WBJEE
Exams Acceptance
Mode
WBJEE