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SXUK Crest

The Crest of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata, is modeled on Jassu Crest of the University Patron, Saint Francis Xavier's family. It has been adapted to local surroundings, suggestive of a native flavour of a University in India. The escutcheon in white and blue contains a tiger and a palm tree, overlooked by a silver crescent moon, which symbolizes the palacio of Xavier. The charge on the Dexter, IHS, bespeaks a University of the Society of Jesus (Iesus Hominum Salvator - Jesus, Savior of Human Family). The checky argent and sable in the base recall the spirit of the Xaverian family. A garter bearing the words "St. Xavier's University, Kolkata", encircles the escutcheon and it is surmounted by a Cross emanating holy rays. A scroll passes underneath inscribed with the words Nihil Ultra (Nothing Beyond), the motto of the University. The Crest signifies dignity, courage, quiet gleam and the call of the beyond - the quest persists towards higher endeavour.

Profile of the University

Name of the University ST. XAVIER'S UNIVERSITY, KOLKATA
CAMPUS:
Premises No.-IIIB-1, Plot No.- IIIB/1, Action Area IIIB,
P.S. New Town,
Kolkata-700 160, India
91-33-66249881
enquiry@sxuk.edu.in
 CITY OFFICE:
30, Mother Teresa Sarani,
Kolkata-700 016
91-33-22551102 / 22892016
91-33-22879966
enquiry@sxuk.edu.in
Year of Establishment February 8, 2017
Location of the University Urban
Area of the Campus (in acres) 16.64 Acres
Status of the University Private Jesuit University
Type of University Co-education
Motto "Nihil Ultra" (Nothing Beyond)
AIM To form Men & Women for Others
Vice-Chancellor Rev. Fr. Dr. J. Felix Raj, S.J.
Registrar Rev. Dr. Xavier Jeyaraj, S. J.
Website www.sxuk.edu.in
Number of Courses Offered UG - 7, PG - 11, Five-Year Integrated Law Course - 2, PHD - 8
Medium of Instruction English
View Location Map St. Xavier's University bus routes

Courses Offered

Undergraduate Postgraduate
1 (A). B.Com. Hons. – Morning
1 (B). B.Com. Hons. – Day
2. B.M.S. Hons. (Bachelor in Management Studies)
3. B.A. Hons. in Economics
4. B.A. Hons. in English
5. B.A. Hons. in Mass Communication
6. B.A. Hons. in Psychology
7. B.Sc. Hons. in Statistics and Data Science

XAVIER LAW SCHOOL (XLS)

8. B.A. - LL.B. Hons.
9. B.Com. - LL.B. Hons. 		1. M.Com. - Morning
2. M.A. in English
3. M.A. in Mass Communication
4. M.S.W. (Master of Social Work)
5. M.A. in Economics
6. M.A. in Psychology
7. M.Sc. in Computer Science
8. M.Sc. in Statistics

XAVIER BUSINESS SCHOOL (XBS)

9. Master of Business Administration (MBA)
10. M.B.A. (Executive) - Weekend Classes

XAVIER LAW SCHOOL (XLS)

11. Master of Laws (LL.M.)
Ph.D. Programme  
1. Commerce
2. English
3. Mass Communication
4. Economics
5. Management
6. Psychology
7. Social Work
8. Law

[The medium of instruction for all the courses is English]

 

Dates to Remember

31st July 2011
St. Xavier's College Calcutta Alumni Association under the leadership of its President, Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J. envisaged SXC Vision 2020 which included the establishment of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata.
20th January 2012
At the Convocation Ceremony of the College, the Hon'ble Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee's invitation to St. Xavier's College to become a University. The Principal, Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J. officially conferred on her the status of 'The First associate Member' of St. Xavier's College Calcutta Alumni Association.
17th March 2012
Fr. Principal constituted a 'Think Tank' Committee on February 22, 2012 to prepare a DPR for St. Xavier's University. The first meeting was held on March 17, 2012
The members of the 'Think Tank' were as follows:
  • Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J. (Principal and Chairman)
  • Prof. Suranjan Das
  • Mr. Sanjiv Goenka
  • Prof. Bertram Da Silva
  • Prof. Ashis Mitra
  • Mr. Snehasis Sur
  • Rev. Fr. George Ponodath, S.J. (Rector)
  • Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio, S.J.
  • Rev. Dr. Xavier Savarimuthu S.J.
5th August 2013
The Rajarhat land is purchased from the Government.
30th August 2013
Receipt and possession of Rajarhat land from WBHIDCO.
27th December 2013
The Hon'ble Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee laid the Foundation stone blessed by His Grace, Most Rev. Archbishop Thomas D'souza in the presence of Rev. Fr. Jeyaraj Veluswamy, S.J., Principal, Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J. (Rector), Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio, S.J. and many other distinguished Guests and Alumni .
15th December 2016
St. Xavier's University Kolkata Act is unanimously passed in West Bengal Assembly.
16th January 2017
St. Xavier's University Kolkata Act is assented by the Hon'ble Governor of West Bengal, Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi.
8th February 2017
The West Bengal Government notified 8th February 2017 as the date of effect for which provisions of the St. Xavier's University Kolkata Act 2016 came into force.
15th February 2017
The Hon'ble Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Jeyaraj Veluswamy, S.J. appointed Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J. as the First Vice-Chancellor of St. Xavier's University Kolkata along with Prof. Ashis Mitra as the first Registrar of the University .
16th February 2017
Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J. takes over the wings of the University with immediate effect.
28th April 2017
The First Governing Board meeting of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata is held at the University's New Town campus
The members of the First GB (34 in total) were as follows:
  • Rev. Fr. Jeyaraj Veluswamy, S.J. Chancellor
  • Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J. Vice-Chancellor
  • Prof. Ashis Mitra Registrar
  • Rev. Paul Carlose, S.J. Finance Officer.
28th April 2017
Inauguration of Britto House, SXUK Jesuit Community residence by Chancellor Rev. Fr. Jeyaraj Veluswamy, S.J. and Dr. Fr. Paul Fernandes, S.J., V.C. of Xavier's University. Bhubaneswar .
11th May 2017
Rev. Fr. Raphael Hyde, S.J. is appointed Provincial of the Calcutta Jesuit Province.
12th June 2017
First batch of Non-Teaching Staff joined SXUK.
15th to 21st June 2017
SXUK First Admission tests conducted.
24th to 27th June 2017
P.G. and U.G. Admission procedures completed.
7th July 2017
The inauguration ceremony of St. Xavier's University Kolkata takes place. The Hon'ble Chief Minister Ms. Mamata Banerjee, Hon'ble Education Minister Dr. Partha Chatterjee, Mr. Lakshmi Niwas Mittal, the Chairman and CEO of Arcelor Mittal and Mrs. Usha Mittal, Hon'ble Chancellor Rev. Fr. Jeyaraj Veluswamy, S.J., Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J., Hon'ble Rector Fr. Dominic Savio, S.J. and several other dignitaries, graced the momentous occasion.
10th July 2017
Commencement of the first academic session of the University
12th September 2017
St. Xavier's University basketball court is inaugurated by Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J., Vice-Chancellor.
12th September 2017
An Exhibition on Still photography is organised by the Mass Comm. Department.
19th August 2017
The Second Governing Board meeting of St Xavier's University, Kolkata is held at the University's New Town campus.
14th September 2017
Rev. Dr. Sebasti L. Raj, S.J. is appointed as Pro-Vice-Chancellor of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata w.e.f. 21st August 2017.
14th September 2017
Rev. Fr. Raphael J. Hyde, S.J. takes over as the second Chancellor of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata w.e.f. 10th September 2017.
9th December 2017
The Third Governing Board meeting of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata is held at the University's New Town campus.
The members of the Third GB (34 in total) were as follows:
  • Rev. Fr. Rahpael J. Hyde, S.J. Chancellor
  • Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J. Vice-Chancellor
  • Rev. Dr. Sebasti L. Raj, S.J. Pro Vice Chancellor
  • Prof. Ashis Mitra Registrar
  • Rev. Paul Carlose, S.J. Finance Officer
22nd December 2017
First Outreach Programme, Xervicio (Shishu Mela) for hundred neighbourhood children
15th January 2018
University Foundation Day celebration, attended by Education Minister Partha Chatterjee, Prof. Suranjan Das, the Vice Chancellor of Jadvapur University, Father Raphael J. Hyde, Chancellor and Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J., Vice-Chancellor and other dignitaries. Prof. Suranjan Das delivered the Foundation Day lecture on 'Challenges in Higher Education'.
16th January 2018
At the 11th Convocation of St. Xavier's College, Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J., Vice-Chancellor of SXUK is honoured with the prestigious the Nihil Ultra Award of Excellence 2018
10th February 2018
The Department of Mass Communication of St Xavier's University, Kolkata, organised its first inter-collegiate seminar, X-Pressions on the theme 'Challenges and Opportunities for Media in the digital age.' Eminent media professionals Mr. Jawhar Sircar, Ex CEO of Prasar Bharti, Mr. Siddhartha Ray, CEO, Response India Pvt. Ltd, Mr. Snehasis Sur, the Senior Correspondent at Doordarshan, Kolkata, Atanu Ghosh, film director, Mr Mahesh Motwani, Executive Vice President of Lintas Media Group and Mr Anirban Chaudhury, editor of 24 Ghanta were present.
19th February 2018
Bhasha Divas celebration
10th March 2018
The Fourth Governing Board meeting of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata is held at the University's New Town campus.
3rd April 2018
Xavogames-2018 was organised by the Department of Sports at the University. The chief guest: Mr. Pradip Dutta.
17th May 2018
MBA Admission tests conducted.
21st June 2018
International Day of Yoga celebrated at the University. Dr. Rahul Anand, Masters in Emergency Medicine (USA), Director, Ohio Institute of Emergency Medicine & Trauma Care and Shri Bishu Biswas addressed the gatherings on Good Health Mantra: Towards Better Living.

U.G. & P.G. Admission tests conducted.
2nd July 2018
A Faculty Orientation Programme was held for both, new and existing faculty to give an idea of Jesuit Education and existing norms and culture of the University.
3rd July 2018
University reopens. Classes resume.
7th July 2018
First Year Inauguration Programme: a lively induction programme was held for the new batch of P.G. and U.G. freshers.
Fr. Vice-Chancellor delivered the inaugural address and released the first issue of the University magazine, Xaverianum.
14th July 2018
P.G. and U.G. Admission procedures completed.
16th July 2018
  • Hostel applications called for.
  • Last date 20th July 2018.
  • Hostel to open on 1st August 2018.
21st July 2018
MBA Admission procedures completed.
21st July 2018
Green Campus Project: Plant a Tree, Plant a Hope: Tree plantation in collaboration with Rotary Club of Central Kolkata.
31st July 2018
St. Xavier's University celebrated the Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola along with University Faculty, students and Non-teaching Staff with a Holy Eucharist at 9.30 am and refreshments thereafter. St. Xavier's University Hostels were blessed and inaugurated.
4th August 2018
The Fifth Governing Board meeting of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata is held at the University's New Town campus.
7th August 2018
Inauguration of the MBA Programme: Industrialist Mr. Sanjiv Goenka, St Xavier's University Vice-Chancellor Fr. John Felix Raj, Pro-Vice-Chancellor Fr. Sebasti Raj, Registrar, Prof. Ashis Mitra and Dean, Prof. Soma Sur jointly inaugurated the two-year, fully residential MBA course in the presence of 90 students of Xavier Business School (XBS) on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 10.00 am. The new XBS entrants are attending an induction cum orientation programme for a week.
15th August 2018
Independence Day Celebration - Chief Guest - Swami Agnivesh.
25th August 2018
Freshers Welcome
27th August 2018
Faculty Development Programme - Beyond Mental Health - Talking Wellness.
Resource Persons: Dr. Aniruddha Deb, Ms. Zena Deb, Ms. Smita Singh
September 5, 2018
Teachers' Day programme was organized for the Teachers and support staff of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata.
September 6, 2018
Photography Exhibition: The Department of Mass Communication organized a Photography Exhibition. The exhibition was arranged by the post-graduate students.
September 11, 2018
Fr. VC addresses the Interfaith Meet at Ramakrishna Mission, Delhi on the occasion of 125th anniversary of Swami Vivekananda's Speech at Chicago
September 19, 2018
Special lecture by Madam Alokananda Roy on her journey and experience of working with inmates of Correctional homes and screening of a short documentary on Laugh Therapy.
September 20 to 23, 2018
Sikkim-West Bengal Jesuit College & University Students Programme Siliguri. A group of 5 undergraduate students along with the Social Work Programme coordinator attended a 4-day "Leadership and Personality Development Programme" at Matigara in North Bengal.
September 24 to 25, 2018
The Bishop of Sivagangai Diocese, Rt.Rev.J. Susaimanickam, visited the University and spent a night with the Jesuit Community
September 25, 2018
MOOC at SXUK: St. Xavier's University, Kolkata in collaboration with EMMRC, St. Xavier's College, has introduced MOOC as initiated by MHRD.
September 30, 2018
St. Xavier's University - Sponsoring Trust Meeting
October 4, 2018
Special Lecture by Mr. Atanu Ghosh (Film Director)
October 11, 2018
Fr. V.C. met nearby Village Panchayat Leaders in preparation for XAC PUJA CAMP 2018 and to adopt these villages for regular work.
October 13, 2018
Celebration of Aagomoni and birthdays of staff members
October 15, 2018
Puja Vacation begins
October 26 to 30, 2018
XAC PUJA CAMP 2018: A 5-days Residential Camp was organized by the Xaverians in Action for Change (XAC) for 33 enthusiastic students of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata, visiting 4 nearby villages to empower more than 150 village kids by imparting quality education
November 14 to 15, 2018
X-INOVAE 2018: St. Xavier's University's first ever fest was conducted under the banner of Xavier's Commerce and Management Society (XCMS)
November 16, 2018
Fr. V.C. delivered the inaugural address on "The mission of Christian artists in India" at the National Jesuit Artists' Meet at Kalahridaya.
November 17, 2018
Fr. V.C. attended the Province Level Meeting of the National Alumni Association in Delhi and spoke on Christian response to Swami Vivekananda's message of harmony on.
November 24, 2018
Faculty Development Programme - Quality Assurance Resource Person: Prof. B. S. Ponmudiraj
November 24, 2018
Advisory Board Meeting on Xavier School of Law with eminent Hon'ble Judges and Advocates of High Court Kolkata
November 26 to December 6, 2018
Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on "Data Analytics" was organized by the Xavier Business School, Kolkata in collaboration with ICSSR (ERC)
December 3, 2018
Eucharistic Celebration Mass of the Feast of St. Francis Xavier, Patron of the University, was celebrated by Fr. Felix Raj.
December 10, 2018
Interactive Session on "Indo-Korean bilateral relationship: Prospects ahead" with Mr. Yoo Chang-Ho, Minister Counselor for Political Affairs, Korean Embassy to India and Mr. RajiveKaul, Chairman of the Nicco Engineering Services Limited (NESL) by Xavier Business School.
December 15, 2018
Sixth Governing Board Meeting
December 17 to 22, 2018
St. Xavier's University organized a camp under the aegis of "Xaverians in Action" at the campus. 160 neighbourhood children attended the camp mentored by 150 University student volunteers.

Christmas programme was held at the University campus for all the neighbourhood children.
December 22, 2018
A Carol Singing performance was held in the Quadrangle.

Christmas Celebration for Staff with High Tea held at the Hall of Fame.
January 9, 2019
Inauguration and blessing of SXUK Football field by Fr. V.C.
January 11, 2019
Special Lecture by Ms. Rebecca Skippage, Senior Editor at BBC News.
January 12, 2019
University Picnic for Teaching Staff at Vedic Village.
January 13, 2019
University Picnic for Support Staff at Vedic Village.
January 15, 2019
All Faculty Members Meeting with Fr. V.C.
February 2, 2019
Walkathon for OneIndia: Students of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata along with their Faculty, Staff and well-wishers took out a Walkathon for OneIndiafrom Rabindranath Tirtha to the University.

The Hon'ble Mayor, Shri Sabyasachi Dutta along with the Vice-Chancellor, Fr. J. Felix Raj flagged off the event.
February 2, 2019
University Annual Sports Day: The Chief Guest was Shri Sujit Bose, the Hon'ble Minister in charge of Fire and Emergency Services
February 8, 2019
3rd Foundation Day: Hon'ble Governor of West Bengal, Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi was the Chief Guest.

The Central Library Building, named after Fr. Pedro Arrupe, was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Governor.

Prof. Pratim Partha Chakrabarti, Director of IIT Kharagpur delivered the Foundation Day lecture on "Science and Technology in Higher Education Today".
February 9, 2019
Hostel Day Celebration.
February 11, 2019
Rev. Dr. J. Felix Raj, S.J. visited the Sai International Group of Institutions, Bhubaneshwarand delivered an inspiring lecture to the students.
He met with Dr. BijoySahu, the Chairman of Sai Group
February 16, 2019
Rev. Dr. J. Felix Raj, S.J. was the Chief Guest at the Graduation Ceremony of Ananda College, Devakottai and delivered the Graduation lecture and distributed the degree certificates to 300 students.
February 19, 2019
All Faculty Meeting with Fr. V.C.
February 23, 2019
Young Entrepreneurs: Seminar held for MBA students
March 4, 2019
Rev. Dr. J. Felix Raj, S.J. was the Chief Guest at St. Joseph's College, Trichy, for the National Colloquium on Autonomous Institutions Marching Towards University Status and delivered the Keynote address
March 7, 2019
Rev. Dr. J. Felix Raj, S.J. was the Chief Guest at the Graduation Ceremony of Cluny Women's College, Kalimpong
March 11, 2019
35th Executive Council Meeting held.
March 12, 2019 to March 15, 2019
Faculty Interviews held for Xavier Law School.
March 23, 2019
The 7th Governing Board Meeting of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata is held at the University's New Town campus.
March 30, 2019
The St. Xavier's College Educational Trust Governing Body Meeting was held at the University's New Town campus.
April 4 - 6, 2019
XAVRANG '19 - The students of St. Xavier's University organised, for the first time, the University fest called Xavrang '19.
April 10, 2019
Executive Council meeting held.
April 11, 2019
Fr. VC addressed all the 2nd year Post Graduate students in the Arrupe Building auditorium.
April 11, 2019
Faculty and staff meeting with Fr. V.C.
April 13, 2019
Industry Academia Conclave 2019.
April 16, 2019
XAVRANG '19 - Phase 2: The Local Train performance on at the University campus.
April 21, 2019
Meeting of The Vice-Chancellors of Private Universities held at St. Xavier's University, Kolkata.
April 23, 2019
Rev. Fr. Felix Raj along with a team of well-wishers visited Maria Palli Parish and the tomb of Fr. Gabric. They also visited Fr. Ante Gabric Memorial High School run by Mr. Alindra Naskar, a student and faithful disciple of Fr. Gabric. Fr. Felix Raj established three "Xaverian Excellence Awards" for three outstanding Class XII students of the school. The school has around 560 students.
April 24, 2019
Ph. D. Committee meeting held.
April 27, 2019
Faculty meeting and Non-Teaching staff meeting held.
April 28, 29, 2019
Visit of Fr. V.C. to Raiganj to St. Xavier's School, Raiganj and the Bishop of Raiganj.
April 30, 2019
Faculty Development Programme was conducted for all Faculty members with the resource person, Professor Peppin, Dean, XIMB
May 6, 2019
Mr. M.K. Narayanan, the former national security advisor and ex-governor of Bengal visited SXUK. "Now, I am Prof Narayanan and all the credit goes to Father John Felix Raj, VC of St. Xavier's University" said the ex-IPS officer.
May 6, 2019
Online Application process for UG courses begins
May 17, 2019
Orientation of "Xaverians in Action" (XIA).
May 28, 2019
The University organized a one day Faculty Development Programme on MOOC courses for all Faculty members
May 28, 2019
Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor took a session on "Pedagogy for Foundation Course".
May 29, 2019
Inspection of Xavier Law School by the Bar Council of India.
June 13, 2019
Executive Council Meeting held.
June 18, 2019
Faculty meeting for the feedback and discussion of the "Draft National Policy 2019" by MHRD, Govt. of India.
July 1, 2019
University reopens for 2nd and 3rd year students.
July 6, 2019
St. Xavier's University starts the Xavier Law School (XLS) after having received the final approval from the Bar Council of India.
July 6, 2019
1st Year Inauguration of Post Graduate courses.
July 8, 2019
1st Year Inauguration of Under Graduate courses.
July 9,2019
Orientations for Students - classwise
July 16, 2019
1st Year MBA inauguration - (Chief Guest was Shri. Rajive Kaul, Chairman of the Nicco Engineering Services Limited).
July 18, 2019
Bishops of Baruipur, Bishop Salvadore Lobo and Bishop Shyamal Bose and the Bishop's house community paid a visit to St. Xavier's University and the University's Jesuit community hosted a dinner for them.
July 27, 2019
8th Governing Board Meeting.
July 27, 2019
1st Convocation Ceremony of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata. Dr. Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament, delivered the convocation address on "Higher Education - Forming Global Citizens". 135 graduating PG students received their degrees
July 31, 2019
The Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Founder of the Society of Jesus, was celebrated.
August 2, 2019
XavUltra Talks a motivational session organised by Xavier Commerce & Management Society.
August 3, 2019
Inauguration of Xavier Law School and its Academic Courses. The chief guest was Hon'ble Justice Pinaki Chandra Ghose, the first Lokpal of India.
August 15, 2019
The University celebrated 73rd Independence Day of India. Chief Guest Shri Utpal Chatterjee, former Sheriff of Kolkata and renowned Journalist, hoisted the tricolour in the presence of the Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor, other dignitaries and students.
August 24, 2019
A Faculty Orientation Programme was organised by the University. The 36 newly appointed faculty members attended the FOP. Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor conducted the Orientation.
August 26, 2019
St. Xavier's University organised its first Blood Donation Camp in the memoryof St. Mother Teresa on her 109th birth anniversary. 348 members have donated blood.The teachers and staff members of the University celebrated the birthday of their Vice-Chancellor.
August 30th & 31st, 2019
"XAVCOMM 2019" an inter-college communication fest was organised by the department of Mass Communication.
September 1, 2019
Formation of Students Board.
September 5, 2019
The University celebrated the Teachers Day.
September 20th & 21st, 2019
"X-Inovae 2019" an annual business fest was organised by Xavier Commerce & Management Society.
September 23, 2019
A Seminar & Panel Discussion on Bridging the Gap : Gender Issues in Contemporary India organised by Faculty of Arts & Social Studies.
September 27th & 28th, 2019
"Xaviersta 2019" a inter B-School fest was organised by Xavier Business School. The fest was inauguarted by Shri Debashis Sen,Chairman of HIDCO, West Bengal
September 30, 20199
SXUK celebrated Aagomoni and birthday of the staff members.
October 3, 2019
Puja Vacation begins
October 5th to 7th, 2019
JHEASA Meeting held in Kolkata. 85 jesuits attended the meeting
October 14, 2019
University re-opens and classes resume.
October 25, 2019
Diwali Vacation begins.
October 30, 2019
University reopens and classes resume.
November 7 to 9, 2019
Academic audit of the university was conducted.
November 14, 2019
Youth IGF India 2019 held at St. Xavier's University, Kolkata. 17 speakers spoke in the programme and 119 members from the university attended the Programme.
November 14 and 15, 2019
Sensitization for Counselling Programme for the Faculty members and Officers of the University, taken by Mrs. Kaplila Mundra and Mrs. Gargi Dasgupta (Counsellors of the University). 57 faculty members including officers attended the programme.
November 18, 2019
The University organized an Inaugural Programme for Ph.D. Scholars. Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, SJ, Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor in his welcome address, invited the Research Scholars to start their Research journey with a clear focus and passion for the same. Prof. Dr. Suranjan Das, Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor of Jadavpur University, was the Chief Guest of the programme gave the Key note address to the Research Scholars. 50 faculty members including officers and 16 research scholars attended the programme.
November 19, 2019
Semester Examinations begin.
November 23, 2019
9th Governing Board Meeting.
November 23, 2019
The Social Work department of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata is organising an interactive session with the students and faculty members of Rani Channama University, Karnataka. 6 faculty members interacted with 36 students from both the university.
November 26, 2019
Celebration of 70th Indian Constitution Day. 50 faculty members including officers, staff members and 15 students attended th programme.
December 3, 2019
The Feast of St. Francis Xavier, Patron of the University, was celebrated.
December 10, 2019
Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor took a session with Ph.D. scholars. 19 Ph.D. scholars attend the session.
December 12, 2019
Christmas Carnival organised by Students Board of the university
December 16, 2019
The university organized the International Management Accounting Conference 2019 (IMAC 2019) on the theme 'Frontiers of Accounting' in association with the Institute of Certified Management Accountants, Australia.
From December 19 - 20, 2019
Xavier Business School organised a National Conference on 'Consumer Choices: Impact of Digital Technology' organized by Center for Global Management and Responsible Leadership (CGMRL) of XLRI Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur, India & Institute for Advanced Studies in Complex Choices (IASCC), Hyderabad, India & Xavier Business School (XBS), St. Xavier's University, Kolkata.
December 21, 2019
SXUK celebrated Christmas. A Carol Singing performance was held in the Hall of Fame.
January 5, 2020
The alumni association of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata namely "St. Xavier's University Kolkata Alumni Association (SXUKAA)" has been officially registered with the Registrar of Societies.
January 26, 2020
Celebration of 71st Republic Day.
January 26, 2020
Inauguration of Computer Center and Library at Kathelberia Village. 150 university students took out a cycle rally to the village. Father Felix Raj inaugurated a computer centre at the school, sponsored by the university, in presence of the Headmaster, teachers and students of the school and university. SXUK is extending its educational services to the neighbourhood villages.
January 26, 2020
The department of Social Work was organized a Shishu Mela in the university campus. Around 400 children from five villages attended the mela.
February 1, 2020
Xavtune : Inter-College Music Festival organise by the Cultural & Art Society (XUCAS)
February 6, 2020
Xavier Business School is hosting "Classroom Corporates" for the young MBA aspirants. 200 students (including home and external) were present in the programme
February 8, 2020
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata celebrated its 4th Foundation Day. His Excellency, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, Hon'ble Governor of West Bengal, was the Chief-Guest and the First Lady, Smt. Sudesh Dhankhar had accompanied him.
February 14, 2020
Xavier Business School organised an Inter-Department Business Fest CorpNiti.
February 19, 2020
The university celebrated the International Language Day.
February 21, 2020
Special lecture: Prof. Amita Majumder, Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata taken a session with MA Economics students.
February 22, 2020
The Students Board organised a Health Check-Up camp in collaboration with Apollo Gleneagles Hospital, Kolkata as part of XAVRANG, 2020 celebration.
February 24, 2020
A Faculty Development Programme conducted by the university. Resource person: Rev. Dr. Sebasti L. Raj, SJ.
February 26, 2020
Ash Wednesday Holy Mass
From February 28 to March 2, 2020
Xavrang 2020 - Annual Students' Fest
March 3, 2020
The University celebrated the Hostel Day
March 4, 2020
The students of BA Economics, Semester-4 visited the Reserve Bank of India Museum, Kolkata for an educational class trip, accompanied by 2 professors.
March 5, 2020
On the occasion of International Women's Day, The university organized a panel discussion on "Re-evaluating Girl Power: Representation in Media and Popular Culture".
The panel consisted of Mr. Shaheb Chattopadhyay, a renowned Bengali actor and Rabindra sangeet singer, Ms. Sudeshna Roy, ace Bengali film director and actor, Dr. Niladri Chatterjee, Head of English Department, Kalyani University, Dr. Debnita Chakravarti, Professor of English, Shri Shikshayatan College and Ms. Usha Menon Bose, Senior Manager, Corporate Communications, Ruia Group of Industries.
March 6, 2020
Xavier's Commerce and Management Society (XCMS) conducted its second edition of XavUltra Talks. The theme for the session was 'Educate. Endure. Empower'.
The speakers of panel discussion were
  • Mr. Numazar D Mehta, Owner at Selvel One;
  • Mrs. Prochy Mehta, Director at One Ad Display;
  • Mrs. Richa Agarwal, CEO of Emami Art House;
  • Mr. Jawhar Sircar, Chairman and Board of Governors, Centre for Studies in Social Sciences, Kolkata; and
  • Mr. Mario Martin Louis moderated the session.
March 7, 2020
Fr. Victor Courtois Memorial Lecture was held at St. Xavier's University, Kolkata. The lecture entitled 'Who am I? An Exploration of Selfhood and Identity in Islamic Thought' was presented by Yusuf Jha, a researcher in Islamic Theology at the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom by a video link.
March 7, 2020
Fr. Aelred Gomes Moot Court Hall inaugurated by Hon'ble Justice Subhro Kamal Mukherjee, Former Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court.
March 14, 2020
The Department of Economics hosted the ANNUAL ECONOMICS SUMMIT.
Theme: INDIAN ECONOMY IN GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE.
Prof. Asis Banerjee, Former Vice-Chancellor, University of Calcutta was the Chief Guest.
March 21 to June 3, 2020
The University closed due to Lockdown.
April 19 to 26, 2020
In the COVID-19 Pandemic situation, SXUK reached out to neighbourhood villages and distributed food items in various phases. With the support and collaboration of SXUK, Sisters of St. Anne's Convent Boitakhana have provided the food items to 100 people every day in sealdah area.
July 31, 2020
A Faculty Orientation organised by the University for Online Teaching-Learning.
July 31, 2020
SXUK celebrated the Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Founder of the Jesuit Order
August 14, 2020
The Alumni Association of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata (SXUKAA) organised a Webinar on "Life during Pandemic- what is the new normal?"
August 24, 2020
Inauguration of MBA 2020. The chief guest of the programme was Mr. Gautam Chatterjee, MD and CEO of Exide Industries Limited.
August 26, 2020
Inauguration and blessings of University Alumni (SXUKAA) room and celebration of SXUK Philanthropy Day.
September 10, 2020
SXUK organised an online induction programme for new batch of PG Courses
September 12, 2020
An online Faculty orientation programme for the Foundation Course on Inter-religious Studies (IRS) organised by St. Xavier's University, Kolkata via Google Meet platform
September 18, 2020
The University organised an Online Induction Programme for new batch of XLS Students
October 3 & 4, 2020
SXUK organised a two-day Doctoral Colloquium for Ph.D. scholar. Dr. R S Shukla, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, Govt. of India and Dr. Anju Seth, Director, Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, delivered the keynote addresses during the inaugural session.
Dr. Lynn Martin, Professor, Anglia Ruskin University, UK and Dr. Soumyen Sikdar, Professor, Indian Institute of Management Calcutta, addressed the Ph.D. Scholars from India and abroad during the Valedictory Session.
October 10, 2020
Xavier Law School organised a webinar on Mental Health in collaboration with IQAC.
October 17, 2020
A one-day national level webinar on 'NAAC Assessment and Accreditation Process: The Know How', was conducted. The invited speakers were renowned NAAC advisers namely Prof. Amiya Kumar Rath, Prof. B. S. Ponmudiraj, Dr. Neelesh Pandey and Dr. Ruchi Tripathy.
November 13, 2020
SXUK students, staff and teachers distributed masks to 1000 people to spread awareness about the precautionary measures in view of the Corona situation.
November 19, 2020
The Library Department of St. Xavier's University Kolkata organised a Webinar entitled "Academic Libraries and Sustainability: A Global Perspective: Challenges in New Normal."
November 20, 2020
The IQAC of SXUK, hosted an online panel discussion on the Impact of National Educational Policy, 2020 on. The panellists were Professor Dr. Suranjan Das, Vice-Chancellor of Jadavpur University, Kolkata, Professor Dr. Basab Chaudhuri, Vice-Chancellor of West Bengal State University, Kolkata
November 22, 2020
The event Sishu Sangmiloni - Virtual Children's Day Celebration has been formulated and executed by the Social Responsibility Wing (Xavier Social Responsibility) of Xavier Business School.
November 25, 2020
The Women and Gender Development Cell of the University in collaboration with IQAC organised a webinar on "Gender, Law and Society".
November 26, 2020
XAVIER LEGAL AID SOCIETY (XLAS) organised a webinar on "Transformative Constitutionalism: Issues and Challenges" on the occasion of Constitution Day, to commemorate the 71st anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of India.
November 27, 2020
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata organised a Faculty Orientation Programme for the newly recruited teaching staff of the University on. The programme "Faculty Members: The Sparks of Jesuit Charism"
November 28, 2020
11th Governing Board Meeting
December 1 to 5, 2020
Even Semester Practical Examinations, 2019-20 for 2nd Semester of PG and, 2nd and 4th Semester of UG.
December 3 2020
The University celebrated the Feast of St. Francis Xavier, Patron of the University.
December 3 2020
The book "Waves-Story Bank" authored by Fr. Felix Raj, Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata has been launched on the occasion of feast of St. Francis Xavier by Prof. Dhrubojyoti Chattopadhyay, Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor of Sister Nivedita University.
December 7 to 11, 2020
Even Semester Theory Examinations, 2019-20 for 2nd Semester of PG and, 2nd and 4th Semester of UG. (Excluding BA LLB and BCOM LLB)
December 12, 2020
organised an online lecture session-'In Conversation with Tanushree Shankar'.
December 18, 2020
Faculty of Commerce and Management in collaboration with
the Eastern India Regional Council of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (EIRC-ICAI) hosted a webinar on the "Evolution of Financial Reporting and Auditing over the last two decades".
December 18 to 23, 2020
Even Semester Theory Examinations, 2019-20 for BA LLB and BCOM LLB
December 23, 2020
Christmas Vacation begins
January 4, 2021
University reopens and classes resume
January 4, 2021
SXUK started Centre for Incubation, Consultancy and Entrepreneurship (CICE)
January 4 to 9, 2021
Odd Semester CIA Written Test, 2020-21 for 1st Semester of UG and PG
January 11 to 16, 2021
Odd Semester Practical Examinations, 2020-21 for 3rd Semester of PG and, 3rd and 5th Semester of UG
January 12, 2021
Webinar for the Faculty Members. Theme: Teachings of Swami Vivekananda
January 12, 2021
An Oxford style debate on Swami Vivekananda's teachings organised by the Debating Society (XUDS)
January 21 to 29, 2021
Odd Semester Theory Examinations, 2020-21 for 3rd Semester of PG and, 3rd and 5th Semester of UG
January 26, 2021
SXUK celebrated 72nd Republic Day of India
February 1 to 3, 2021
Odd Semester Practical Examinations, 2020-21 for 1st Semester of UG and PG
February 6, 2021
Second Convocation of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata.
Chief Guest: His Excellency, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, Hon'ble Governor of West Bengal
Guest of Honour: Dr. Sanghamitra Bandyopadhyay. Director, Indian Statistical Institute, delivered the convocation address.
451 PG and UG students were awarded their degrees.
February 8, 2021
Celebrated 5th Foundation day of the University.
February 9 to 15, 2021
Odd Semester Theory Examinations, 2020-21 for 1st Semester of UG and PG
February 17, 2021
Ash Wednesday - Holy Mass
February 19, 2021
Centre for Incubation, Consultancy and Entrepreneurship (CICE) of SXUK conducted an e-Conference: 'Looking Beyond Borders' - Exploring Opportunities for Entrepreneurs to do Business with Poland'.
February 20, 2021
SXUK in association with World Vision India, Kolkata celebrated World Day of Social Justice. The event was jointly organized by Xavier Business School (XBS) and Xaverians in Action (XIA).
February 25-26, 2021
Academic and Administrative Audit of SXUK. A team of five members under the chairperson Rev. Fr. Dr. S. Ignacimuthu, SJ, visited SXUK.
March 3, 2021
A webinar on "Post Pandemic effect on Capital Market & Economy" was conducted by the Faculty of Commerce & Management in collaboration with BSE Institute Ltd.
March 5, 2021
A webinar on "Relevance of Gender Diversity in Business" was organized by the Department of Commerce (Morning Section).
March 12, 2021
The Department of Commerce (Morning Section) in collaboration with the National Institute of Disaster Management, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India organized a National Webinar, titled "Pandemic and Life Beyond It".
April 13 - 14, 2021
The Department of Commerce (Morning Section) organized a debate on the occasion of the 130th Birthday Celebrations of Dr. B R Ambedkar.
May 6, 2021
Xaverians in Action (XIA) conducted a webinar on 'Covid-19: Battling the second wave and understanding the vaccine drive'.
May 8, 2021
A webinar organised by XIA to spread awareness on various Social Issues through Art and Creativity
May 10, 2021
St Xavier's University started an isolation-cum pre-hospitalisation centre on its campus for people in the vicinity who test positive for Covid-19 and lack facilities to isolate at home. The facility was set up in collaboration with WBHIDCO.
May 20, 2021
Inauguration of the Celebration of Ignatian Year, the 500th anniversary of Ignatius' "cannonball" moment.
June 3, 2021
A COVID-19 Vaccination Camp was jointly organised by SXUK, Siddhartha Shankar Ray Foundation and Nandlal Chrimar Memorial Trust on at Bidhannagar Community Hall. Around 850 vaccine doses were administered in one day.
June 23, 2021
SXUK and St. Xavier's University Kolkata Alumni Association (SXUKAA) organised a COVID-19 Vaccination Drive in collaboration with the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal at the University's campus. Almost 200 beneficiaries received their jabs in the drive.
July 3, 2021
A COVID Vaccination Drive was organized at the University premises for the benefit of the students and alumni of the University.
July 10, 2021
Inauguration of Parasmani, the extension centre for research and social outreach located at Ratanpally, Santiniketan, Bolpur.
July 19, 2021
A webinar on the "Do's and Don'ts During the Pandemic: Students' Perspective" was organized by the Department of Commerce (Morning Section).
July 23 & 24, 2021
A two-day virtual workshop was organised by the Department of Commerce (Morning Section) via Google Meet for the M.Com 2nd year students.
August 15, 2021
The University celebrated 75th Independence Day of India
August 26, 2021
St. Xavier's University Kolkata Alumni Association (SXUKAA) celebrated the birthday of its President Rev. Fr. John Felix Raj, SJ as "Philanthropy Day".
August 29, 2021
St. Xavier's University Kolkata Alumni Association (SXUKAA) organised a COVID Vaccination Camp in collaboration with Siddhartha Shankar Ray Foundation at St. Xavier's School, Gurap for the benefit of the rural and tribal population of the area. A total of 248 people received their dose of Covishield Vaccine on the day.
September 16 & 17, 2021
The Cultural and Art Society of the University (XUCAS) organised XAVKALA, 2021.
October 30 & 31, 2021
The University organised 3rd Doctoral Colloquium for the new batch of Ph.D. Scholars 2021-22. The chief guest of the programme was Padmashree Awardee, Prof. (Dr.) Mammen Chandy, Director, Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata.
November 10, 2021
The Xavier Law School organised a Panel Discussion on ‘Crusade against Corruption’.
November 13, 2021
Centre for Incubation, Consultancy & Entrepreneurship (CICE) of St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata has conducted an orientation programme on Business Planning: ‘Seed-Biz’.
November 15, 2021
The Xaverians In Action (XIA) celebrated the Children's Day on in the university premises. A group of thirty (30) children along with their parents from the neighbouring villagesparticipated in this event.
November 18, 2021
The first ‘Fr. Gaston Roberge Memorial Lecture’organised by the department of Mass Communication for their students.
November 20, 2021
The Legal Aid Clinic of Xavier Law School organised a Panel Discussion on ‘Constitution in Contemporary India’.
November 26, 2021
‘Constitution Day Lecture’ organised by the Legal Aid Clinic of Xavier Law School.
November 27, 2021
14th Governing Board Meeting of SXUK held.
December 3, 2021
SXUK celebrated the Feast of St. Francis Xavier, Patron of the University. A quiz competition was organised among the Faculty and Staff Members of the University.
December 4, 2021
SXUKAA organized a COVID Vaccination Camp in collaboration with Siddhartha Shankar Ray Foundation at St. Xavier’s School, Gurap for the benefit of the rural and tribal population of thearea. A total of 183 people received their 2nd dose of Covishield Vaccine on the day.
December 11 & 12, 2021
SXUK hosted a two-day international conference on the theme of ‘Integrating IgnatianPedagogy into Research and Practice’ at the University campus.
December 14, 2021
The Women and Gender Development Cell organised a Faculty Workshop.
December 16, 2021
Father Vice-chancellor delivered the first Annual Christmas Lecture on ‘Christ in the eyes of Tagore’ at Parasmani,Santiniketan. The teachers, noted civil society members and other dignitaries from both Santiniketan and Kolkata attended this lecture.
December 17, 2021
The Centre for Incubation, Consultancy and Entrepreneurship organised a Faculty Orientation Programme on consultancy.
December 21, 2021
The XIA organised Christmas Carnival and Sishu Mela 2021.
December 22, 2021
SXUKAA organised the Annual Christmas Gathering at the University Campus.
January 26, 2022
SXUK celebrated the 73rd Republic Day. The national flag was unfurled by Father Felix Raj, Honourable Vice-Chancellor followed by National Anthem.
February 8, 2022
SXUK celebrated its 6th Foundation Day. Prof. Basab Chaudhuri, Former Vice-Chancellor, West Bengal State University graced the occasion as Chief Guest and delivered the Foundation Day lecture.
February 10, 2022
The CICE of SXUK conducted an e-conferences ‘Looking Beyond Borders’ in virtual mode.
H.E. Ms. Melinda Pavek, Consul General, The U.S. Consulate General, Kolkata (India), was the Chief Guest.
February 21, 2022
The XIA (Social Outreach unit) in collaboration with XAVECOS (Economics Society) celebrated the Bhasha Diwas (International Mother Language Day).
The XIA also organized an event to celebrate the World Day of Social Justice on the same day.
March 5, 2022
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata organized its third Convocation. The eminent industrialist and Xaverian, Mr. Sanjiv Goenka, Chairman, RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group was conferred upon the prestigious first Doctor of Literature (Honoris Causa) by Rev. Fr. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J., Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata.
March 7, 2022
The CICE of SXUK organised a National Level Awareness Programme (NLAP) in virtual mode
March 13 and 14, 2022
SXUK organised a two-day vibrant workshop on ‘Transformative Leadership Styles’ for the Deans, HODs and other senior officers of the University at Parasmani, Santiniketan.
March 16 and 17, 2022
The CICE of SXUK organised an Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme (EAP)
March 23, 2022
The Faculty of Commerce & Management (Morning Section) organised a one-day seminar on ‘Eye Care in Digital Era’. Dr. Amitava Biswas, Director of Ophthalmology, Sunetra Eye Care Centre Kolkata was the chief guest in the seminar.
March 26, 2022
15th Governing Board Meeting of SXUK held.
March 26 and 27, 2022
The XIA (Social Outreach unit) conducted its first two-day leadership camp for its students at Parasmani, Centre for Research & Social Outreach at Santiniketan. The theme of the camp was ‘Leaders for Social Change’.
April 1, 2022
Xavier Law School organised a seminar on ‘People’s participation in environmental safeguards.
April 2, 2022
The IQAC of the University organized an awareness programme on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) under National Intellectual Property Awareness Mission (NIPAM) in virtual mode. Mr. Arnab Bhattacharya, Examiner of Patents and Designer of the Kolkata-based patent office was the resource person in this programme.
April 2, 2022
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata hosted its Annual Sports Day.
Mr. V. Solomon Nesakumar, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Kolkata Police, Special Task Force graced the occasion as Chief Guest.
June 3, 2022
St. Xavier’s University Kolkata Alumni Association celebrated the World Environment Day.
June 10, 2022
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata was honoured with the prestigious Ananda Shiksha Ratna Award 2022 by ABP Ananda, India’s leading News Channel.
June 21, 2022
The University celebrated the International Yoga Day in the university campus.
June 24-25, 2022
A two-day workshop on ‘Data Analytics using R’ was jointly conducted by LCERI and XBS for its Ph.D. scholars.
June 25, 2022
SXUK organized a day-long Orientation Programme for its support staff members
June 20-27, 2022
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata organised a one-week self-paced online Faculty Development Programme (FDP)
July 1, 2022
The University organised the fourth Doctoral Colloquium for its Ph.D. Scholars.
July 8 – 9, 2022
XBS and LCERI jointly conducted a two-day workshop on ‘Data Analytics using SPSS’ for its Ph.D. scholars of Management and Economics.
July 22, 2022
Prof. Tulshi Kumar Das from Shahjalal University of Science & Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh delivered a special lecture for the students of Social Work Department.
July 18, 2022
Department of Mass Communication organised a special lecture series for their students.
July 25 - 26, 2022
Xavier Law School organised a two-day orientation programme for its newly admitted students.
July 29, 2022
Department of Social Work hosted an interactive session for its students to make them aware about the human trafficking.
July 30-31, 2022
SXUK organised the Ignatian conclave on the occasion of Ignatian Year. An international conclave was held.
August 2, 2022
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata inaugurated the Faculty of Science.
August 2, 2022
Xavier Business School commenced its fifth consecutive MBA batch.
August 6, 2022
SXUK commenced its fourth batch of Ph.D. programme.
August 8-10, 2022
The University organised a three-day orientation programme for the newly admitted students of B.A. in Mass Communication
August 15, 2022
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata celebrated the 76th Independence Day.
August 11 to 13, 2022
Xavier Society of Law and Justice (XSLAJ) organized a three-day Xavier Intra-XLS Trial Advocacy Competition (XITAC)
August 25, 2022
Xavier Law School (XLS) of St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata inaugurated the Legal Aid Clinic.
August 26, 2022
St. Xavier’s University Kolkata Alumni Association (SXUKAA) celebrated the birthday of its President Rev. Fr. John Felix Raj, SJ as ‘Philanthropy Day’ in the University Campus.

Fr. Raj’s newly authored book ‘Tides-Story Bank’ was also released on this day by Shri Jawhar Sircar, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha.
September 5, 2022
SXUK celebrated the Shikshak Parv-2022 on the occasion of Teachers Day.
September 17, 2022
St. Xavier’s University Kolkata Alumni Association (SXUKAA) formed its new Governing Body (GB) in the third Annual General Meeting.
September 17 - 24, 2022
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata in association with Press Club, Kolkata and UNICEF, conducted an eight-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on Development Journalism.
October 17, 2022
SXUK conducted the investiture ceremony of the Student Board to welcome the new members.
December 17, 2022
Fr. Felix Raj delivered the second Annual Christmas Lecture at Parasmani, Santiniketan on ‘Brahmabandhav Upadhyay: A Prophet for all seasons’.
January 28, 2023
SXUK hosted its Annual Sports Day.
February 6, 2023
Fourth Convocation ceremony of St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata.
February 6, 2023
SXUK conferred D.Litt. (Honoris Causa) on Mamata Banerjee, Hon’ble Chief Minister of West Bengal in the presence of Dr. C. V. Ananda Bose, Hon’ble Governor of West Bengal. Loyola Tirtha, the new administrative block was inaugurated by the Chief Minister on the same day.
February 22, 2023
Centre for Global Network and Initiative was inaugurated.
March 11, 2023
An extension lecture on ‘Principles and ways to overcome social exclusion in Asia’ was delivered by Prof. Father Felix Wilfred, an eminent theologian from Chennai.
March 24- 25, 2023
Department of Economics, SXUK in collaboration with the Jesuit Economic Association of India (JEAI) organized a 2-day national conference on ‘Contemporary Issues in Economic Theory and Policy’.
March 30- 31, 2023
An academic and administrative audit of SXUK was done by a team of external experts.
April 12-13, 2023
Students’ Board organised the Xavrang 2023, the annual fest.
April 14-16, 2023
A 3-day workshop for AICUF State Advisers was held in the university campus. 25 Jesuit state advisers from different states attended the workshop.
April 29, 2023
LCERI and Faculty of Commerce and Management in collaboration with Indian Accounting Association (IAA) organised a national level conference on ‘Contemporary issues in Accounting, Finance and Management’.
May 31, 2023
SXUK and WEBEL signed an MoU as part of industry-academia collaboration.
June 12-21, 2023
Centre for Social Outreach (CSE), a unit of SXUK in association with Seva Kendra, Kolkata conducted a 10-day workshop on tailoring in the university campus for rural women which was supported by WBSEDCL.
June 12-21, 2023
A 2-week Capacity Building Programme (CBP), sponsored by ICSSR, New Delhi was held in the university campus. Dr. Shashi Panja, State Cabinet Minister for Industries, Commerce and Enterprises, inaugurated the programme.
August 3, 2023
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata (SXUK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the New Town Kolkata Green Smart City Corporation Limited (NKGSCCL) aiming to make it an ideal smart city.
August 21- 26, 2023
SXUK and Webel hosted a one-week refresher course on “Data Analytics and Machine Learning” at the university campus.
August 25- 26, 2023
St. Xavier’s University Kolkata Alumni Association (SXUKAA) celebrated the Philanthropy Day through conducting a blood donation camp and eye check-up camp respectively in the university campus.
September 15, 2023
Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J., Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of SXUK was honoured with the prestigious ‘Excellence in Learning and Development’ award at the sixth Eastern Regional Conference and Exhibition at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre, Kolkata by the Indian Society for Training and Development (ISTD).
November 14, 2023
Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli, the ambassador of the Vatican in India, accompanied by His Grace the Archbishop of Calcutta, Most Rev. Thomas D’Douza and two Italian priests, paid a visit to the SXUK campus.
November 25, 2023
Mr. P. Chidambaram, a former Union Minister and Rajya Sabha MP, delivered a special lecture on ‘’The Future of Democracy,” and launched the book “Development, Decentralisation, and Democracy,” written by Father John Felix Raj S.J., Vice-Chancellor of the SXUK.
December 6, 2023
An MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) was signed between SXUK and ‘Child Rights and You (CRY)’ at the University Campus, New Town.
December 18, 2023
The Higher Education department of West Bengal created a Chair Professor post at SXUK in memory of Mother Teresa. The post will be called The Mother Teresa Chair Professor for Peace. The State government approved Rs. 30 lakh per annum for this post.
January 27, 2024
Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of SXUK, Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J. received the JHEASA Magis 2024 Award at St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata.
January 31, 2024
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata set up a stall in the 47th International Kolkata Book Fair. The stall was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister, Dr. Mamata Banerjee
February 10, 2024
The Fifth Convocation ceremony of St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata was held. Dr. Kandeh Kolleh Yumkellah was appointed as the Global Ambassador of SXUK for peace.
March 18, 2024
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between SXUK and Alliance Française du Bengale in the University campus.
June 6, 2024
SXUK signed a MoU with the University of Sussex, United Kingdom at the SXUK campus.
June 26 and 27, 2024
LCERI organised the fifth Doctoral Colloquium.
July 5, 2024
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Keio University, Japan.
July 25 to 27, 2024
Association of Jesuit Collaborators (AJC) of SXUK, in collaboration with the Sports Society of the University celebrated the Ignatian week 2024.
August 12 to 18, 2024
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata observed Anti-Ragging Awareness Week.
August 12 and 13, 2024
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata organized the Xaverian Academic Bookfest 2024
August 17, 2024
Xavier Business School, St. Xavier's University, Kolkata, proudly launched its 2-Year MBA (Executive) Programme, inaugurated by Vice-Chancellor Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J.
August 19, 2024
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata and Don Bosco International Media Academy, Paris (DBIMA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
August 20, 2024
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata observed Anti-Ragging Awareness Week.
August 12 and 13, 2024
SXUK in collaboration with Alliance Alliance Française du Bengale, has commenced the French Course classes for its students.
August 23, 2024
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata inaugurated its Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Cell and organised a one-day workshop on Intellectual Property Rights.
August 26, 2024
SXUKAA celebrated Philanthropy Day, marking the 70th birthday of its President, Fr. John Felix Raj, S.J.
September 5, 2024
The University celebrated Teachers Day.
November 10, 2024
SXUKAA in association with the Nandlal Chirimar Memorial Trust, organized a community outreach medical camp in Gurap village.
December 3, 2024
The University celebrated the feast of its Patron, Saint Francis Xavier.
December 11, 2024
The website of ‘St. Xaviers University Kolkata Journal of Interdisciplinary Research’ was launched by Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J.
December 12, 2024
The University hosted a pivotal Expert Consultation on "Fostering Entrepreneurship Skills and Mindset among the Youth".
December 14, 2024
Fr. Felix Raj delivered the fourth annual Christmas lecture on "Spirituality for Life and Leadership" at Parasmani, Santiniketan.
December 16, 2024
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata introduced an AI-powered Learning Management System (LMS) solution, transforming the teaching-learning process and aligning with the modern education paradigm.
January 3, 2025
SXUKAA organised a programme to mark the culmination of the Golden Jubilee Year of Jesuit Life of its President, Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J.
January 21-22, 2025
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata and Lincoln University College signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
January 27, 2025
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata (SXUK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), Bhubaneswar.
February 8, 2025
The University celebrated its 9th Foundation Day.
February 15, 2025
The 6th Convocation Ceremony of St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata was held. Dr. G Viswanathan, Founder and Chancellor of Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), was conferred upon the Doctor of Literature (D.Litt., Honoris Causa).

Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J., Vice-Chancellor of SXUK announced the launch of the Master of Laws (LL.M.) programme from the 2025–26 academic session.
February 22, 2025
President’s Cup 2025: The first cricket match between the University Alumni Association and Employees was held at the university ground.
March 20, 2025
MBA Programme of St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata was accredited by NBA for three years.
April 1, 2025
The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has granted membership to St. Xavier's University, Kolkata.
July 23, 2025
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata, and Antara Institute of Health Sciences formalized their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
August 18, 2025
Centre for Global Network and Initiatives (CGNI) of St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata (SXUK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mahidol University, Thailand.
August 26, 2025
‘Magis Mantra’—the biography of Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J., was launched at the university campus, coinciding with the 115th birth anniversary of St. Teresa of Calcutta.
August 26, 2025
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata bagged the “Most Usage in East India 2024-25” award from the Knimbus Online Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.
September 3, 2025
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata inaugurated the Father Verstraeten Centre for Public Policy and Governance.
October 14, 2025
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata received approval for raising NCC Unit and enrolment.
October 31, 2025
Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J., Vice-Chancellor, delivered an inspiring extension lecture on “Mother Teresa: Instrument for Peace”
November 18, 2025
St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the West Bengal State Council of Science and Technology, Department of Science and Technology, Biotechnology (DSTBT), Government of West Bengal.
December 13, 2025
Rev. Dr. John Felix Raj, S.J. delivered fifth Annual Christmas Lecture on at Parasmani, Bolpur, Santiniketan.
February 9, 2026
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata marked a milestone in its journey with a grand celebration of its 10th Foundation Day which fell on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
February 21, 2026
The 7th Convocation ceremony of the university was held. Rev. Dr. Arturo Sosa, S.J., Superior General of the Society of Jesus, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The Doctor of Literature (D.Litt., Honoris Causa) was conferred upon Dr. Shashi Tharoor, MP from Thiruvananthapuram and also the Chairman of the Standing Committee on External Affairs.
March 23, 2026
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata hosted its second Peace Lecture Series. Dr. Suman Chakraborty, Director of IIT Kharagpur, was the Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker, delivering a lecture titled “Ethical Leadership in Public Governance.”
SXUK Act 2016    Government Notification

Highlights of St. Xavier's University, Kolkata Act 2016

  • St. Xavier's University, Kolkata may have constituent Colleges situated within the territory of West Bengal established and administered by the Jesuits (Chapter II, No. 3.3).
  • The Hon'ble Governor of the state of West Bengal will be the Visitor of the University (Chapter II, No. 11.1).
  • Rev. Fr. Provincial, the President of the sponsoring Trust (St. Xavier's College Kolkata Educational Trust) will be the Ex-officio Chancellor of the University (Chapter II, No. 12.1).
  • The Vice Chancellor shall be a Jesuit (Chapter II, No. 14:4).
  • The University will have a Governing Board with 36 members (ex-officio, nominated and representatives of teachers and support staff) and the Governing Body members shall hold office for a period of four years (Chapter III, No.:27:1).
  • The University will have an Executive Council with 13 members (Chapter III, No. 30:1).
  • The other authorities of the University shall include the Academic Council, the Faculty Council, the Board of Studies and the Finance Committee (Chapter III, No. 26).

Why choose St. Xaviers University?


Dear Students,

While the world has been left in disarray by the machinations of a tiny virus that is invisible to the naked-eye, we must realise that all is not lost. These are indeed trying times, but humans have faced even more trying times since the dawn of life and have come out wiser and stronger from the experiences in adversity. While you are grappling with the uncertainties of your academics and career prospects, SXUK has opened up its doors for you to pursue your dreams through its state-of-the-art infrastructure, well-known pedagogy based upon academic excellence and a humanistic approach. It undertakes the leader's role in adversity and sets an emulative example for its stakeholders. Come join us and live your dreams as Xaverians.

  • St. Xavier's University, Kolkata (SXUK) is the harvest of 500 years of the historic tradition of Jesuit Education.
  • It is a part of the largest global Jesuit educational network today.
  • It is history with many stories, and one fire with many sparks.
  • It forms men and women for others.
  • It is where the mind is without fear and the head is held high.
  • At SXUK, it is a journey with determination to illuminate one's mind with enduring wisdom.
  • It introduces courses that blend knowledge and competence.
  • It promotes student-centric learning in a cosmopolitan culture and conducts global exposure
  • It provides state of the art facilities.
  • The motto of the University 'Nihil Ultra', meaning 'Nothing Beyond', is the guiding impulse for all Xaverian endeavours.
  • In the spirit of 'Magis', SXUK renders 'greater service to greater number of people for the greater glory of God' (AMDG).

Approvals

  • St. Xavier's University, Kolkata is a Jesuit University.
  • St. Xavier's University, Kolkata is a UGC recognised University & included in the UGC list maintained as per section 2(f) of UGC Act 1956. Notification
  • St. Xavier's University Kolkata Act, 2016 was unanimously passed in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly on December 15, 2016.
  • As per the notification of Government of West Bengal, the provision of St. Xavier's University Kolkata Act, 2016 came into force from the 8th Day of February 2017.
  • Xavier Business School (MBA) is All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) approved B-School. View Details
  • Xavier Law School (B.A.-LL.B. Hons. and B.Com.-LL.B. Hons.) is approved by Bar Council of India (BCI). View Details

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