The Xaverian Education Society (XES) of the Post Graduate Department of Education, St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata organised its annual academic and cultural fest “Xenith – Chapter 3” with the theme “Prismatica: Shattering Boundaries, Scattering Brilliance,” symbolising the unfolding of diverse talents and creative energies. The event witnessed participation from 19 colleges in and around Kolkata and featured a wide range of academic and cultural competitions that showcased the creativity, intellect and artistic expression of the participants. As the host institution, St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata refrained from accepting the overall winner’s award, following which NSHM Knowledge Campus was declared the winner based on cumulative scores. St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata and Loreto College, Kolkata earned their place as First and Second Runners-Up respectively. The festival concluded with cultural performances by faculty members and students of the Department.
Women’s Day celebration at Raghabpur campus and Launch of Project Udaan.
On International Women’s Day (8 March 2026), the Centre of Gender Studies at the Raghabpur Campus of St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, in collaboration with the St. Xavier’s College (Calcutta) Alumni Association (SXCCAA), launched Project UDAAN – “Learn & Earn”, an initiative aimed at empowering rural women through skill development and livelihood opportunities. The programme received an encouraging response, with over 250 women registering to participate. The project will provide free hands-on training in producing marketable items such as designer envelopes, rakhis, gift bags and pickles, enabling women to earn sustainably. The training and marketing support will be led by Sangita Sureka along with the SXCCAA Philanthropy Team. The launch event was attended by distinguished guests including Swati Nandi Chakraborty and actress Mimi Dutta, who appreciated the initiative promoting grassroots women’s empowerment.
Project Udaan " Learn & Earn" is a unique initiative by SXCCAA for Women's Empowerment & socio economic development of villages surrounding our Raghabpur Campus. The USP of this project is the mission to make men and women associated in this project , financially independent in their own comfort areas and skills. With an overwhelming response of more than 250 women coming together to register for this project,shows the immense confidence and faith bestowed upon us. Project UDAAN will run in two phases , 25 women in each batch with 4 courses running skill to make designer envelopes , Rakhi , gift bags and pickles and many more. All the women will be given hands on free training by experts and after training raw materials will be provided by us to the women and then the final product will be collected and will be duly paid for their efforts.Training & marketing will be done by the skill developer Mrs.Sangita Sureka and Team Philanthrohy of SXCCAA. We are extremely confident of the project and envision it to be one of the most powerful NARI SHAKTI projects of SXCCAA.
“St. Xavier’s College, 30 Mother Teresa Sarani, Kolkata -700 016, invites applications with complete Bio-data & relevant documents for the following post of full-time Assistant Professor :-
1. Assistant Professor in Economics [Substantive Post (Level-10) (Full-time) - 1 post]
Minimum Qualification required: M.Sc. in Economics with minimum 55% marks, NET or SET or Ph.D (under Regulation 2009) qualified. Desirable Expertise : Specialization in Mathematical methods in Economics, Mathematical Economics and Quantitative Methods, Computer Programming and Competence in co-curricular activities and Computer Programming skills may be preferred. Qualifying upper age limit is 40 (forty years) as on 01.01.2026 relaxable upto 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC category (non-creamy layer) candidates.
Applications addressed to the Principal along with CV and a Demand Draft of Rs. 2000/- to be drawn in favour of “St. Xavier’s College” payable at Kolkata, to reach latest by 14.03.2026.
A workshop on ‘Journalism and Feature Writing in Bengali’ was held at Raghabpur Campus on 27.2.2026. Organised by the Postgraduate and Research Department of Bengali, Raghabpur campus, BLS, Raghabpur Campus, and IQAC in collaboration with Bengali department and IQAC of Bankim Sardar College, Tangrakhali, Canning, the event saw participation from around 100 UG and PG students from both colleges.
Speakers included Dr. Jayanta Ghoshal, Shri Shisir Roy, Shri Bhaskar Let, and Anindya Chattopadhyay. Rev. Dr. Johnson Padiyara, Vice Principal of St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Raghabpur Campus, delivered the welcome address, while Dr. Tilak Chatterjee, Principal of Bankim Sardar College, inaugurated the workshop.
The trip to Ghoramara with Fr. Probal Gomes 30 students, distributed stationary to school students, monitored the organic garden, initiated the vermi compost mix with biofertilizer in the composting unit. Had the farmers meet.
1. Assistant Professor in Biotechnology [College Created Post (Level-10) (Full-time) - 1 post]
Minimum Qualification required: M.Sc / M.Tech in Biotechnology/Genetics/ Molecular biology/ Microbiology/ Life Sciences with minimum 55% marks, NET or SET or Ph.D (under Regulation 2009) qualified. Desirable Expertise : The candidate should have teaching/ research expertise in areas of Biotechnology (preferably Plant / Microbial Biotechnology). Strong research experiences with Postdoc from reputed international laboratories will be preferred. Qualifying upper age limit is 40 (forty years) as on 01.01.2026 relaxable upto 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC category (non-creamy layer) candidates.
Applications addressed to the Principal along with CV and a Demand Draft of Rs.2000/- to be drawn in favour of “St. Xavier’s College” payable at Kolkata, to reach latest by 21.03.2026.
The St. Xavier's College (Calcutta) Alumni Association (SXCCAA), as part of its philanthropic initiative, organised “Ripples of Hope” on Sunday, 22nd February, at the Save the Child Orphanage and Old-age Home, Rania , Near Sonarpur.
The programme was graced by Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio, SJ, Principal of St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Kolkata and President, SXCCAA. He blessed the children, distributed goodie bags, rations, games items and stationery, and motivated them to focus on their studies to grow into responsible and responsible citizens. He also assured them of continued prayers and sustainable support for their future endeavours.
Rev. Dr. Peter Arockiam, SJ and Rev. Dr. Joseph Kulandai, SJ, Vice Principals, were present at the programme along with Mr. Sanjib Koner, Honorary Secretary, and members of the Alumni Association. The day concluded with SXCCAA hosting special lunch for all the residents, making the initiative meaningful and memorable.
St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), 30 Mother Teresa Sarani (Park Street), Kolkata-700016, invites applications for the position of Social Media Executive to strengthen and expand its digital presence. The role includes managing official social media platforms, creating engaging content, covering campus events, and monitoring performance through analytics. Applicants should have a minimum of two years of experience in social media management and a Bachelor’s degree in Media, Communication, or a related field. Essential skills include content creation and copywriting, basic design and video editing (Canva, Adobe etc.), expertise in social media trends and analytics, and strong community engagement abilities.
Interested candidates may submit their physical CV, portfolio, and copies of credentials addressed to The Principal, with the subject line on the envelope as “Application for Social Media Executive”, via Registered/Speed Post along with a demand draft of Rs.300/- (Three hundred only) drawn if favour of “St. Xavier’s College” and payable in Kolkata. Applications must reach the College on or before 10th March 2026.
ST. XAVIER’S STUDENTS VISIT THE SUNDERBANS ON SUNDAY, 15th, FEBRUARY.
St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, introduced a multidisciplinary course, Wetlands Ecology and Conservation in 2025. The only course of its kind in India, it has attracted a significant student enrolment in 2026. While it ties up with the Jesuit commitment to environment protection and study, it has enabled St. Xavier's to enter into collaborative support of the NGO, Human and Environment Alliance League, while bringing in professionals in wildlife Conservation, to teach and moderate a course designed to offer experiential learning to students.
Built on the principle - 'We will not protect what we don't care for. We will not care for what we don't know', the course gives students first-hand experience of what they are taught in the class room. This involves field trips to 2 Ramsar sites of international importance in West Bengal, the East Kolkata Wetlands and the Sunderbans.
The first of these field trips was a visit to the Sunderbans on the 15th of February. On site classes were held in the novel setting of the sunlit deck of a boat. Dr Sugata Hazra, ex-Director, Department of Oceanographic Studies, Jadavpur University, Prof Prosenjeet Dawn, University of Calcutta, and Suvrajyoti Chatterjee, herpetologist and Secretary of HEAL, took sessions on hydrology, sea level rise and the mangrove ecosystem, and snake rescue missions in the villages of the region.
The trip introduced the students to the ecology of this unique ecosystem while giving them a chance to observe Conservation interventions in the field. Facilitated by the collaboration of forest officials of the Sunderbans Tiger Reserve, the students interacted directly with park authorities at Sajnekhali Wildlife Sanctuary to understand management objectives and interpretations.
En route to Jamespur, the students observed an innovative first-time-in-the-world Nature Based Solution for protection of embankments and regeneration of biodiversity conceived by Dr. Hazra.
The last stop on the river journey was at Sudhanyakhali where they celebrated Fishing Cat February - a global month-long celebration of the Fishing Cat, which also happens to be West Bengal's State Animal.
The second field trip which is to the East Kolkata Wetlands is slated for early March. It will give students hands-on experience and understanding of how the fate of humans, non-humans and wetlands are interconnected and what they can do in their individual capacities to act as eco-warriors to conserve the wetlands which are the most threatened ecosystem in the world.
We are proud to inform you that Enactus SXC placed runners up in Envision held at IIT Roorkee and emerged as winners in OnCampus organised by Hult Prize and will be further going to IIT Bombay to represent the college. We would like to thank you for your guidance and support!
Inauguration of One day National Conference on Financial Statements of Non-Corporate and Corporate Entities: Recent Development at Raghabpur campus this morning.
10 February 2026 marked the beginning of a 3-day astronomical gala, comprising solar and planetary observations at Fr. Lafont Observatory, St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata.
Hosted by the Xaverian Astronomical Society and the Department of Physics, various students from Our Lady Queen of the Missions School, Kolkata to join the college students in peering into the vibrant sky and observe the glaring Sun through the telescopes.
With the blessings and support of Rev. Fr. Dr. Dominic Savio, SJ, Principal of St. Xavier’s College, the event was pulled off with deftness and responsibility to ensure a wonderful visit to the students. Besides this, the event also awaits students of St. Xavier’s College for evening observations on 10th and 11th February and another day of Solar observations for the Guru Nanak Public School, Howrah on 13th February.
This event rightfully commemorates National Science Day 26, inculcating the spirit of science and the pursuit of knowledge among young students.
Inayat is the annual social outreach initiative of Xavier’s Commerce Society, aimed at fostering social responsibility and conscious leadership among students. The initiative is designed to encourage meaningful engagement with the community while translating managerial skills into action-driven social impact.
In the academic year, Inayat was conducted over four days, from 8th to 11th January, with each day dedicated to a focused area of social intervention. The initiative commenced with a plantation drive, reinforcing the importance of environmental sustainability and collective responsibility towards ecological preservation. The second day involved a visit to an old age home, centred on interaction, care, and understanding the social and emotional needs of the elderly. On the third day, a food distribution drive was organised to support underprivileged communities and address issues of food insecurity. The initiative concluded with an outreach visit to an orphanage, aimed at engagement, support, and creating a positive impact through meaningful interaction.
Through its structured, multi-day approach, Inayat reflects XCS’s commitment to integrating empathy, accountability, and social awareness into student leadership, reinforcing the belief that responsible management extends beyond academic and professional excellence to societal contribution.
On 17th January 2026, the students of Postgraduate Department of Education organised a Seminar and Awareness Camp on ‘Microplastic – An Invisible Threat’ at Khardah Priyanath Balika Vidyalaya. The programme aimed to sensitise the students to the environmental and health implications of microplastic pollution and to promote responsible plastic consumption.
Mega Health and Eye Check- Up Camp at Raghabpur organised by SXC and SXCCAA. Special thanks to Fr. Johnson, Mr. Sanjib Koner and SXCCAA, Staff and students of Raghabpur campus and parishners of Raghabpur parish
and Health and family welfare Department Govt of West Bengal.
Marathon? At Xavier’s?
Yes, We are doing it! 🔥
Xaverians, Alumni, Kolkatans — this one’s for ALL of us.
Be part of the first-ever Xavathon ’26 and run towards Greener Footprints. 💙🔥
🚨 XAVATHON ’26 – REGISTRATIONS OPENING SOON! 🚨
St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata proudly launches its first-ever Mini Marathon, happening on 11th January 2026 — a milestone moment in SXC’s history.
Whether you run regularly, love fitness or simply want to experience the thrill of being part of a landmark college event, this is your chance to make history with us.
🏃♂ Race Categories:
• 3 KM Fun Run
• 5 KM Run
• 10 KM Run
🎁 Every participant gets:
Finisher Medal, Certificate, Goodie Bag, Xavathon T-shirt, warm-up sessions, on-route support, hydration points and medical teams throughout.
Supported By Bengal Olympic Association
📅 Event Date: 11th January 2026
📍 Open to All above 16 years
Be part of the first-ever Xavathon ’26
RIPPLES OF HOPE – Small Acts , Endless Impacts
Children’s Day Celebration
The St. Xavier’s College (Calcutta) Alumni Association (SXCCAA) inaugurated its monthly philanthropic initiative “RIPPLES OF HOPE – Small Acts, Endless Impacts” on 12th November 2025 at Apanjan/Anandaghor, Gobindapur, Kolkata, in celebration of Children’s Day.
The event, attended by around 100 children with special needs , reflected the Xaverian spirit of love, compassion and inclusivity. Members of SXCCAA shared a joyful afternoon with the children over special lunch, distribution of gifts, goodie bags and sports equipment, creating an atmosphere of warmth and happiness.
Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio, S.J., Principal of St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, and President of SXCCAA, graced the occasion as Chief Guest. In his address, he lauded the initiative as a meaningful expression of empathy and service—values central to the Xaverian ethos.
RIPPLES OF HOPE will continue as a monthly philanthropic series, reaffirming SXCCAA’s steadfast commitment to social responsibility and community welfare.
Miraya, the social outreach initiative of the Entrepreneurship Development Cell and Incubation Centre (EDCIC), St. Xavier’s College, was successfully held at Loreto Day School, Sealdah on 2nd November 2025 with the participation of over 70 children from the Rainbow Homes.
The campus was filled with excitement as children enjoyed a variety of fun game stalls such as Stack the Cups, Dice Car Racing, Find the Treat, along with energetic activities like Basketball, Dodgeball and Musical Chairs.
The participants were provided with lunch and refreshments, and winners received small prizes including candies, snacks and stationery items.
The children had a wonderful time filled with joy and laughter, and our team felt equally grateful and inspired to be part of such a meaningful day. Miraya once again fulfilled its purpose of creating smiles, memories and a spirit of togetherness.
social outreach program at Loreto Sealdah with the underprivileged children by EDCIC
Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio, SJ, Principal of St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, met Prof. Asutosh Ghosh, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calcutta, in his chamber at the University on 3rd November 2025. Rev. Dr. Savio congratulated Prof. Ghosh on his appointment as Vice-Chancellor and conveyed his best wishes for a successful tenure.
The Annual General Meeting of the Students' Council of St. Xavier's College (Autonomous) Kolkata was held on 1st November 2025 in the presence of Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio SJ, Principal and President of St. Xavier’s College Students’ Council along with the Vice-Principals, Member Secretary Academic Council, IQAC Coordinator, Deputy President of Students’ Council and Vice-Deputy Presidents of Students’ Council.
The Annual General Meeting was attended by 89 elected class representatives and 10 Society Secretaries.
They elected Priyanshu Dutta (PG 1st year Political Science Department) as the General Secretary, Chitra Mishra (UG 3rd Year, Commerce [Evening] Department) as the Assistant General Secretary and the following Working Committee members representing the various departments of SXC:
Kunal Sinha Roy (UG ARTS)
Srijit Kumar Mondal (UG SCIENCE)
Archisman Banerjee (UG SCIENCE)
Debapriya Chakraborty (PG)
Maheen Alam (PG)
Adarsh Kumar Mall (COMMERCE MORNING)
Idris Hussain (COMMERCE MORNING)
Sharadiya Sarkar (EDUCATION)
Ragini Upadhyay (COMMERCE EVENING)
Jishnu Saha (MANAGEMENT STUDIES)
Flood Relief Initiative by SXCCAA North Bengal Chapter
On 10th October 2025, the North Bengal Chapter of St. Xavier’s College (Calcutta) Alumni Association (SXCCAA) organised a relief drive for families displaced by the recent floods in North Bengal.
Essential relief materials — including food items, medicines, clothing, umbrellas, blankets, tarpaulins and hygiene kits — were distributed at the Dudhey relief camp, with additional supplies reaching families from a remote village near Mirik, where connectivity remains disrupted. The Chapter also plans to extend relief efforts to the Sukiapokri belt in the coming days.
This humanitarian outreach reflects the true Xaverian spirit of compassion and service, as our alumni stand in solidarity with those affected, bringing hope and help where it’s needed most.
Ms. Sutirna Chakraborty, Actuarial Associate from Assurant Warranty Solutions, India Pvt. Ltd. delivered an invited talk on "How Statistics Shapes the Insurance Industry - An Introduction to Actuarial Science" on 20th September, 2025, which provideda clear understanding of the usage of statistics and data in insurance through the introduction of actuarial models and highlighted potential career paths in the field.
Mr. Anish Ganguli, Senior Data Scientist at Microsoft delivered a talk titled "Solving Real-World Problems with AI: Two Practical Use Cases" navigating the process of converting business questions into technical models suitable for analysis on 12th August, 2025 at the talk session organized by the Department of Statistics and the Postgraduate Department of Data Science.
Spread the Joy – A Philanthropic Celebration
The St. Xavier’s College (Calcutta) Alumni Association (SXCCAA) organized a heartwarming outreach programme, “Spread the Joy”, on Wednesday, 24th September 2025, at Bodhana, a home for specially abled children in Newtown, Kolkata.
The event was graced by Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio, SJ, Principal of St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, and President of SXCCAA, who joined as the Chief Guest. He was accompanied by the Honorary Secretary and members of the Association.
To celebrate the festive spirit of Durga Puja, new clothes, gifts, and accessories were distributed among the children. A special festive lunch was also arranged, complemented by lively performances including a magic show and a talking doll act, which brought smiles and laughter to the children. Fr. Dominic Savio further encouraged them by visiting the handicrafts section, appreciating their talent and resilience.
Speaking on the occasion, Father Savio remarked: “The real meaning of a festival is to bring smiles to others and share joy, especially with those with special needs.”
The initiative beautifully embodied the Xaverian spirit of compassion, inclusiveness, and service. By reaching out to more than a hundred specially abled children, the programme reaffirmed SXCCAA’s enduring commitment to philanthropy and social responsibility.
The celebration concluded with heartfelt interactions, leaving behind memories of joy and a renewed resolve to continue spreading happiness across communities.
Today at St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Kolkata, the Postgraduate & Research Department of Commerce (Morning) in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) hosted a thought-provoking program on 'Capacity Building for Teachers: Beyond Teaching: The Power of Mentorship.' The program was inaugurated with an address by Chief Patron Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio, SJ, Principal of the college. The esteemed Resource Person, Swami Vedatitananda, Correspondent of Ramakrishna Mission Shilpamandira, Belur Math, Howrah, was felicitated by the Principal. His illuminating deliberations inspired, motivated, and further enriched the faculties of B.Com Morning, empowering them to nurture holistic growth and excellence in our students through effective mentorship.
The Postgraduate department of Education and IQAC organised a workshop on Jeevan Kaushal- CPR Mass Awareness Programme in collaboration with Indian Academy of Pediatrics on 26/7/25.
The Inaugural Programme for the new cohort of Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) students at St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata, was held on 14th July 2025 at 11 a.m. in the Fr. Depelchin auditorium. The event was a graceful blend of solemnity and celebration, marking the commencement of a new academic journey.
The Postgraduate Department of Education celebrated Teachers’ Day on 4th September 2025 with great enthusiasm. The occasion was graced by Fr. Rector, Rev. Jeyraj Veluswamy SJ, Fr. Principal, Dr. Dominic Savio SJ and the Vice-Principal, Dr. Swati Sarkar, who addressed the students and faculty with inspiring words.
The cultural programme began with a solo dance performance, followed by a group dance recital on the theme “Elements of Nature”, which was warmly appreciated by the audience. The event created a joyful and reverent atmosphere, reflecting gratitude towards teachers and the spirit of learning.
