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    Bachelor of Psychology

    Psychology is the study of human behaviour. Psychology is a field that focuses on putting scientific methods, theories and principles of psychology into practical use. The major perspectives of applied psychology are behavioural, biological, humanistic, psychodynamic, and cognitive. There are several disciplines under the field of applied psychology including Clinical Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Evolutionary Psychology, Neuro-Psychology, Educational Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Health Psychology, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Sports Psychology, etc.

    Bachelor of Psychology at The Neotia University (TNU) is a 4-year graduate course. Faculty members are PhD holders with Clinical Psychologist licenses from RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India). The course curriculum is designed by Industry and Academic experts and includes the multi-media approach i.e., Psychological Testing and Assessment, Case Studies, Workshops, Selflearning, Counselling Sessions, Assignments, and more. Internship at the psychiatric divisions of top private and government hospitals is part of the curriculum. Students participate in numerous Conferences and workshops and Submit Papers in International Forums, where they receive the Best Paper Award.

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    Eligibility Criteria

    12th standard pass with any stream at least 55% marks.

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    Campus Recruitment for Psychology

    100%

    Placement

    2.16 Lakhs / Annum

    Average Salary Received

    3.2 Lakhs / Annum

    Highest Salary Received

    100%

    Internship

    8 Companies

    Offered for Internship

    Curriculum / Syllabus

    • Semester 1
    • Semester 2
    • Semester 3
    • Semester 4
    • Semester 5
    • Semester 6
    • 7th Semester (With Research)
    • 7th Semester (Without Research)
    • 8th Semester (With Research)
    • 8th Semester (Without Research)

    1st Semester

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    Major Paper
    1 Introduction to Psychology PSYL10101MJ 6 90 6 0 0
    2 Biological Basis of Behaviour PSYL10102MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    Minor Paper
    3 Introduction to Guidance and Basic Life Skills PSYL20101MN 4 60 4 0 0
    Multidisciplinary Elective
    4 ME 2 30 2 0 0
    Value Added Common Course
    5 Constitution of India-I LBL10101VA 2 30 2 0 0
    Ability Enhancement Course
    6 English Language and Personality Development I TNUL10101AE 1 15 1 0 0
    7 English Language and Personality Development I-Lab TNUP10101AE 2 60 0 0 4
    TOTAL 21 345 19 0 4

    2nd Semester

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    Major Paper
    1 Life Span Development PSYL20201MJ 5 90 6 0 0
    2 Educational Psychology PSYL20202MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    Minor Paper
    3 Advanced Life Skill and Guidance PSYL20201MN 4 60 4 0 0
    Multidisciplinary Elective
    4 ME 2 30 2 0 0
    Skill Enhancement Course
    5 Testing Human Behavior PSYP20201SEC 3 90 0 0 6
    Ability Enhancement Course
    6 English Language and Personality Development II TNUL10201AE 1 15 1 0 0
    7 English Language and Personality Development II-Lab TNUP10201AE 2 60 0 0 4
    TOTAL 22 405 17 0 10

    3th Semester

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    Major Paper
    1 Foundations of Social Psychology PSYL20301MJ 4 90 6 0 0
    2 Health Psychology PSYL20302MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    3 Practical on Social Psychology PSYP20303MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    Minor Paper
    4 Guidance in Youth, Gender and Identity Issues PSYL20301MN 4 60 4 0 0
    Multidisciplinary Elective
    5 ME 2 30 2 0 0
    Skill Enhancement Course
    6 Psychological Testing PSYP20301MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    Ability Enhancement Course
    7 English Language and Soft Skills-III TNUL10301AE 1 15 1 0 0
    8 English Language and Soft Skills-III (Lab) TNUP10301AE 1 30 0 0 2
    Value Added Common Course
    9 Gender Sensitization-I TNUVA10301 2 30 2 0 0
    TOTAL 22 375 19 0 6

    4th Semester

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    Major Paper
    1 Statistics in Psychology PSYL20401MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    2 Application of Statistics in MS Excel/ SPSS PSYP20402MJ 1 30 0 0 2
    3 Approaches to Personality PSYL20403MJ 5 90 6 0 0
    Minor Paper
    4 Psychological First Aid PSYL20401MN 4 60 4 0 0
    Multidisciplinary Elective
    5 ME 2 30 2 0 0
    Skill Enhancement Course
    6 Understanding Personality Assessment PSYP20401MJ 3 90 0 0 6
    Ability Enhancement Course
    7 English Language and Soft Skills-4 TNUL10401AE 1 15 1 0 0
    8 English Language and Soft Skills-4 Lab TNUP10401AE 1 30 0 0 2
    Value Added Common Course
    9 Gender Sensitization-II TNUVA10401 2 30 2 0 0
    Internship
    10 Internship PSYP20402MJ 2 60
    TOTAL 22 465 19 0 8

    5th Semester

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    Major Paper
    1 Understanding Psychopathology PSYL20501MJ 4 90 6 0 0
    2 Application of Standardised Psychological Screening PSYP20502MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    3 Approaches to Personality-II PSYL20502MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    Minor Paper
    4 Introduction to Organizational Behavior PSYL20501MN 4 60 4 0 0
    5 Introduction to Human Resources Management PSYL20502MN 4 60 4 0 0
    Multidisciplinary Elective
    6 ME 2 30 2 0 0
    Ability Enhancement Course
    7 English Language and Soft Skills-5 TNUL10501AE 1 15 1 0 0
    8 English Language and Soft Skills-5 Lab TNUP10501AE 1 15 0 0 1
    Value Added Common Course
    9 Critical Thinking & Logical Reasoning-I TNUVA10501 2 30 2 0 0
    Internship
    10 Summer Internship PSYP20501MJ 3 90
    TOTAL 27 450 23 0 1

    6th Semester

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    Major Paper
    1 Research Methodology PSYL20601MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    2 Psychology of Work and Human Resources PSYL20602MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    3 Practical on Employee Well-being PSYL20603MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    Minor Paper
    4 Understanding Consumer Behavior PSYL20602MN 4 60 4 0 0
    5 Behavioral Marketing PSYL20603MN 2 30 4 0 0
    Skill Enhancement Course
    6 Journal Club PSYS20601SE 2 30 0 2 0
    Multidisciplinary Elective
    7 ME 2 30 2 0 0
    Ability Enhancement Course
    8 English Language and Soft Skills-6 TNUL10601AE 1 15 1 0 0
    9 English Language and Soft Skills-6 Lab PSYP10601AE 1 30 0 0 2
    Value Added Common Course
    10 Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoning-II VA-TNUEL003 2 30 2 0 0
    TOTAL 22 345 21 2 2

    7th Semester (With Research)

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    Major Paper
    1 Foundations of Cognitive Psychology PSYL10701MJ 5 75 5 0 0
    2 Schools of Counselling PSYL10702MJ 5 75 5 0 0
    Project
    3 Project (Phase I) PSYP10701RP 6 180 0 0 12
    TOTAL 16 330 10 0 12

    7th Semester (Without Research)

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    Major Paper
    1 Foundations of Cognitive Psychology PSYL10701MJ 5 75 4 1 0
    2 Schools of Counselling PSYL10702MJ 5 75 4 1 0
    3 Positive Psychology PSYL10703MJ 4 60 3 1 0
    4 Indian Psychology PSYL10704MJ 2 30 2 0 0
    TOTAL 16 240 13 3 0

    8th Semester (With Research)

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    Major Paper
    1 Understanding Psychopathology II PSYL10801MJ 5 75 3 1 1
    2 Child Psychopathology PSYL10802MJ 5 75 4 1 0
    Project
    3 Project (Phase II) PSYD10801RP 6 180 0 0 12
    TOTAL 16 330 10 0 12

    8th Semester (Without Research)

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    Major Paper
    1 Understanding Psychopathology II PSYL10801MJ 5 75 3 1 1
    2 Child Psychopathology PSYL10802MJ 5 75 4 1 0
    3 Environmental Psychology PSYL10803M 3 45 2 1 0
    4 Community Psychology PSYL10804MJ 3 45 2 1 0
    TOTAL 16 240 11 4 0

    Program Educational Objective

    • PO1 – Overall knowledge: Students will learn scientific methods, basic psychological processes and various perspectives in Psychology.
    • PO2 – Gaining Skills: Students will learn about important skills to live in the social world by understanding psychological aspects of various social phenomena, errors in interaction and theoretical approaches of social behaviour.
    • PO3 – Able to identify disorder: Students will be equipped with skills to identify and diagnose mental disorders, causal patterns and appropriate treatment of different disorders.
    • PO4 – Managerial Skills: Skilful to identify strategies to manage organizations more effectively and will be expert in topics like Leadership, Motivation, Power, Conflict, Negotiation, etc.
    • PO5 – Development of scientific mind: Gain familiarity with skills of observation and scientific reporting in psychology; trained in planning and conducting a psychological experiment.
    • PO6 – Counselling Skills: Equipped with theoretical knowledge, approaches and issues of counselling.
    • PO7 – Hands on training: Acquaint with different mental health problems of children and elderly through doing internship.
    • PO8 – To acknowledge self and others: Familiar with psychological instruments and tools and developed the ability to understand self and others.
    • PO9 – Theoretical Knowledge: Familiar with biological basis of behaviour and basic statistical methods used in Psychological research.
    • PO10 – Understanding Child Psychology: Students will have theoretical knowledge on the process and nature of child development.
    • PO11 – Research Aptitude: Develop basic skills in conducting scientific research.

    Programme Specific Outcomes

    • PSO1: Students would be equipped with foundation skills needed to be a psychologist.
    • PSO2: Students would have knowledge to pursue higher education in Psychology.
    • PSO3: Students would be able to analyze and resolve psychological issues faced by self.
    1. Scientific Approach to Psychology
      • Emphasizes the scientific study of human behavior, emotions, and cognition using experimental methods and research.
      • Integrates biological, cognitive, and social perspectives to understand mental processes.
    1. Comprehensive Curriculum
      • Covers core areas like General Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Neuropsychology.
      • Includes practical training in psychological testing, assessment, and counseling.
    1. Research & Analytical Skills
      • Focuses on research methodology and statistical analysis, enabling students to conduct psychological studies.
      • Encourages participation in psychological research projects and case studies.
    1. Hands-on Training & Practical Exposure
      • Incorporates laboratory experiments, psychological testing, and fieldwork to apply theoretical knowledge.
      • Many programs include internships in mental health clinics, schools, or corporate organizations.
    1. Interdisciplinary Learning
      • Integrates knowledge from biology, neuroscience, sociology, and philosophy to provide a holistic understanding of psychology.
      • Some universities offer electives in related fields like forensic psychology, sports psychology, or counseling.
    1. Career-Oriented Program
      • Prepares students for diverse career paths in mental health, human resources, education, and research.
      • Provides a strong foundation for higher studies (M.Sc. in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Organizational Psychology, etc.).
    1. Skill Development
      • Enhances critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
      • Develops empathy, emotional intelligence, and decision-making abilities, essential for working in psychology-related fields.
    1. Application of Psychology in Real Life
      • Emphasizes the use of psychology in everyday life, workplaces, healthcare, and social settings.
      • Encourages participation in community service and mental health awareness programs.

    Fee Structure

    Courses Offered
    (2 semesters per year)
    Fee Per Semester (A) (Rs.) One Time Fee (B) (Rs.) 1st Semester Fee (A+B) (Rs.) Total Course Fee (Rs.) 7th & 8th Semester – Exam Fee for OJT/RW (Rs.)
    Bachelor of Psychology 25,000 29,000 54,000 2,29,000 Included

    Modes of Payment

    ‘The Neotia University’

    Bank of Baroda
    A/C No. 6595020000033
    IFSC Code : BARB0VJOKOL
    Branch : SME Branch, Kolkata-700001


    Students can make the payment of Fee by following modes

    • 1. Demand Draft in the name of
      The Neotia University
    • 2. Cheque in the name of
      The Neotia University
    • 3. Online Payment of
      The Neotia University website

    Scholarships

    Scholarship / Sponsorship Criteria for India, Nepal, Bhutan & Bangladesh Students Admission
    for the Session 2026-27 at THE NEOTIA UNIVERSITY (TNU), W.B. for UG and Lateral Entry Courses
    SL NO. TYPE OF SCHOLARSHIP CLASS XII % or Equivalent % TERMS AND CONDITIONS PERCENTAGE (%) OF SCHOLARSHIP ON TUITION FEE
    1 CHANCELLOR’S SCHOLARSHIP i) Yearly Family income should be less than 2.5 Lakhs
    ii) Interview and document verification will be done by an empowered committee
    50% TO 100%
    2 GRAMOTTHAN SCHOLARSHIP
    (Students from Gram Panchayat area of South 24 Parganas)
    >= 65% Yearly Family Income less than 5.0 Lakhs** 25%
    3 SPECIAL HILL STUDENTS’ SCHOLARSHIP
    [Students from GTA Area (W.B), North-East States, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Nepal & Bhutan]
    >= 65% Yearly Family Income less than 5.0 Lakhs** 25%
    4 SAHODARYA SCHOLARSHIP
    (Siblings of all students – present or passed out)
    >= 60% ANY 25%
    5 MERE APNE SCHOLARSHIP
    (For Ambuja Neotia Group employees – in memory of Late Vinod Kumar Neotia)
    >= 60% Yearly Family Income less than 5.0 Lakhs** 25%
    6 SPORTS SCHOLARSHIP >= 60% STATE / NATIONAL LEVEL PARTICIPANT / CHAMPION 25%
    7 CULTURAL SCHOLARSHIP >= 60% STATE / NATIONAL LEVEL PARTICIPANT / CHAMPION 25%

    Residential Facilities

    The University is equipped with avant-garde Infrastructure. We offer a rather impressive array of facilities viz smart classrooms, modern laboratories, conference and seminar halls, Wi-Fi enabled campus, a high-tech Learning Resource Centre, state-of-the-art IT Centre, clean and airy student residences, mess serving wholesome meals, indoor and outdoor sport facilities including a plush new gymnasium with latest equipments. Campus Banking Facilities, Doctor-on-call and Hospital Linkages are also available to enhance the student’s convenience.

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    How to Apply

    Step 1

    Sign up /Fill up the Application Form

    Step 2

    Appear for Admission Entrance Test

    Step 3

    Test Results

    Step 4

    Provisional Admission

    Step 5

    Final Admission

    Step 1:

    Sign up /Fill up the Application Form

    The student must first complete the Registration/Enquiry Form via the TNU website (www.tnu.in) or any other online platform that provides access to the TNU Registration/Enquiry link. Upon submitting the Registration Form, the student will receive a link via email, SMS, or WhatsApp to complete the Application Form. The Admission Counsellor at TNU will assist in filling out the form. Upon submission, a unique application number will be assigned to the student.

    Step 2:

    Appear for Admission Entrance Test

    All undergraduate course applicants are required to take an admission entrance examination. Once the Application Form is submitted, the Admission Test option will become available on the Student Dashboard. By selecting this link, students can complete the test at their convenience from any location. Students applying for lateral entry into postgraduate courses are exempt from this test. A distinct admission test will be organized for PhD candidates.

    Step 3:

    Test Results

    Within 24 hrs. of Admisison Test, the test results will be available at student’s Dashboard. 40% is the qualifying marks for the test.

    Step 4:

    Provisional Admission

    Following the submission of the Application Form, if the student successfully passes the entrance examination, they may secure provisional admission in their chosen and available course by remitting a fee of Rs.10,000/-. The payment procedure and link are provided above. Upon completion of the payment via TNU’s Payment Gateway, a receipt will be generated and can be accessed on the student’s Dashboard.

    Step 5:

    Final Admission

    After students receive their H.S (10+2) marks and meet TNU’s eligibility requirements for a specific course, they may secure final admission by remitting the outstanding balance of the first semester fee. Once the final admission fee is paid, a UID number will be generated for the student, allowing them to attend classes. The provisional start date for classes is set for August 1, 2025.

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    Important Dates

    Online Registration Starts From Started from January 2026
    Provisional Admission Started from January 2026
    Entrance Examination Date March 2026 to July 2026
    Declare of Test Results Within 24 hours of appearing the test
    Last date of Admission *The final date for Admissions will be as per UGC Guidelines.

    FAQs

    What is the qualifying criteria to take admission?

    55% in any Stream ( Sc/ Arts/ commerce).

    Yes, TNU has its own entrance test.

    ₹25,000 / semester and ₹29,000 is one time admission fee payable at first semester.

    No, TNU does not has any management quota.

    This course needs UGC approval.

    Yes, TNU has the UGC approval.

    There are 6 faculties in our department.

    Yes, TNU has its own 7 scholarships.

    You have to go to TNU website, you will get the option admission, then you will have to fill up the basic Name, mobile number and Mail id, then Log In link will create which will sent to Email id and Counsellor from TNU will call you to guide.

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    6. Research Psychologist
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    8. Health Psychologist
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