Sister Nivedita University (SNU) at New Town, Kolkata has been established through enactment of The Sister Nivedita University Act, 2017 (West Bengal XLIX of 2017). SNU, being unique of its own kind is built on the path of Sister Nivedita, blessed under the shadow of Swami Vivekananda. The university offers educational programs and research in a wide array of subjects, under disciplines like Engineering and Technology, Science, Medicine, Management, Law, Humanities, Language and Literature, Pharmacy, Architecture, Social Sciences, Performing Arts, Sports, Media, Design, etc. Moreover, some unique courses will be introduced with the emphasis on skill development, entrepreneurship and women empowerment.
Boys Hostel SNU provide an interactive healthy, hygienic and academic-oriented environment for the students. The hostels are gender segregated and independent. The entire hostel facility is maintained by professional housekeeping and maintenance agencies. They agency has been deployed for pest control using biodegradable and eco-friendly chemicals that does not hamper the environment. Their work is monitored and reported. A 24x7 security system, using male and female guarding staff is deployed. Students from different backgrounds are treated with respect and dignity at SNU.
Girls Hostel SNU provide an interactive healthy, hygienic and academic-oriented environment for the students. The hostels are gender segregated and independent. The entire hostel facility is maintained by professional housekeeping and maintenance agencies. They agency has been deployed for pest control using biodegradable and eco-friendly chemicals that does not hamper the environment. Their work is monitored and reported. A 24x7 security system, using male and female guarding staff is deployed. Students from different backgrounds are treated with respect and dignity at SNU.
Library The library acts as the main learning resource center of the University. It is an indispensable learning center for students, researchers as well as faculty members. The library is housed in a state-of-the-art infrastructure and equipped with latest instruments to meet academic requirements. It offers its users the convenient access to the best of books, journals, magazines, eBooks from globally known publishers, e-journals consisting of scholarly contents both in print and electronic round the clock all across the campus. The major focus of the library is to provide online/digital learning resources that will allow users to access them anywhere, at any time. Apart from relevant text-books, a number of books of general value and interest are also available.
Cafeteria Cafeteria/Canteen facility for the students and faculty consists of healthy home cooked items. SNU believes in maintain a hygienic and healthy atmosphere for the children and staff members.
Auditorium The University has a beautifully designed air-conditioned Auditorium and Seminar Hall for various events and for celebrating events of national and international importance.
IT Infrastructure The Sister Nivedita University has one of the best-in-class infrastructure and facilities on the campus. The University is equipped with Electronics Laboratory, Communication Systems Laboratory, Virtual Instrumentation and Signal Processing Laboratory, Dynamics Laboratory and many more which are necessary for the respective departments along with modern computer clusters. These laboratories assist in imparting practical training to students and reinforcing their theoretical concepts. It also makes the University a veritable place for learning and research, while the systematically designed curriculum and qualified dedicated faculty members make it a dynamic place to study.
Transport SNU transport services (SNU Bus) have a well-planned route covering all the parts of the city. All the buses are equipped with a first aid kit and the students shall be accompanied by a helper throughout the journey. We encourage the parents to choose SNU’s smooth, safe and convenient transport facilities for their children.
Laboratories The University has well equipped independent laboratories (for example; research lab, computer lab, etc.) to engage the faculty and students to enhance the teaching – learning process through specialized technical and practical training.