• Loreto College, Kolkata Affiliated to University of Calcutta

  • Annual Sports Day 2024

  • Rabindra Jayanti - A Tribute to Tagore

  • Investiture Ceremony Chief Guest Honourable Minister of Education Government of West Bengal Prof. Bratya Basu

  • Kalakriti- Promoting Inclusiveness

  • Clean Air Champion College

  • Commemorating Earth Day-WE Nature Society

  • Commemorating Earth Day-WE Nature Society

  • Annual Awards Ceremony Chief Guest Fr. Felix Raj, Vice-Chancellor, St. Xavier's University

  • Loreto College Ex-Students' Contributory Dinner

  • Outreach Activities by National Service Scheme (NSS)

  • Celebrating 20 Years of Women's Cell

  • Inauguration of new Post Graduate Wing by Lord Swraj Paul

  • Prof. Anuradha Lohia, Former Vice Chancellor, Presidency University at Loreto College Awards Ceremony

  • Centenary Celebrations 1912 - 2012

  • Centenary Celebrations 1912 - 2012

  • College With Potential For Excellence

  • A Step Towards Clean Energy

  • Antonia Vaishali Iyer awarded Gold medal at the District-level Classic Powerlifting Championship

  • National Service Scheme (NSS) Health Camp

  • Student Council 2024 - 2025

  • Loreto College won the College of the Year Award at the Sankalp Education Awards 2019

  • We The Women @ Loreto College on 30th September 2019

  • Centenary Celebrations 1912 - 2012 Release of Mary Ward Postal Stamp by Former President Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam

  • Centenary Celebrations 1912 - 2012: Release of Mary Ward Postal Stamp by Former President Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam and Honourable Governor of West Bengal

  • Centenary Celebrations 1912 - 2012

PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

Our college, rooted in the legacy of our founder, Mary Ward, stands as a testament to her vision of education: "Women in time to come will do much." This powerful statement continues to inspire us as we strive to empower our students and foster their holistic development.

In alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP), we recognize the importance of a transformative educational framework that emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and inclusivity. The NEP encourages us to cultivate an environment where every student can flourish, embracing not only academic excellence but also life skills that prepare them for the challenges of the future.

Our commitment to the principles of Mary Ward will guide us as we integrate innovative teaching practices, promote interdisciplinary learning, and support the overall development of our students. Together, we will create a nurturing space that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and empowers our young women to become leaders in their communities.

I look forward to embarking on this journey with all of you, working together to uphold the values of Loreto College and build a brighter future for our students.

Sr. Dr. A. Nirmala
Teacher in Charge
Loreto College, Kolkata


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ABOUT COLLEGE

Loreto College, Calcutta was founded in 1912 by the Sisters of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM), commonly known as Loreto, a catholic religious order established by Mary Ward in 1609. The College has a rich history marked by its pioneering role in women's education in India and began as an extension of the School Department of Loreto House. A few rooms were allotted to school leavers and they were prepared privately for the university examinations at which they appeared as non-collegiate students. In 1912-1913, it became one of the first women's colleges to gain affiliation to the University of Calcutta, allowing its senior students to sit for university exams. Affiliation was first granted for Intermediate Arts and later for BA (Bachelor of Arts), ISC (Intermediate Science). Additionally, Loreto College was also affiliated for a Licentiate in Teaching (LT) in 1913, further expanding its academic offerings. The college was unique in being allowed to combine its Intermediate Arts and LT classes, a distinction supported by university professors. This was a significant achievement, as it provided young women access to higher education in subjects like biology, sciences, and Indian languages, which were typically reserved for their male counterparts.

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Loreto College, Kolkata
Founded in 1912
Mary Ward

Loreto College, Kolkata, was established in 1912 by the Religious of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (I.B.V.M.). The order was founded by MARY WARD (1585-1645), a dynamic English Catholic lady, in an age when Catholics were persecuted in England. Europe was torn by religious dissension and women's rights were generally ignored. A determined visionary, she managed, with the help of some devoted companions, to set up schools for young women.

In 1625, she established a religious order for women with very unusual features. Women religious were usually cloistered, under the jurisdiction of the local bishop, Mary Ward envisioned a very active order, working in the society at large for the education and upliftment of both rich and poor women.

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ACHIEVEMENTS

2024

Affiliation to University of Calcutta for M.A. / M.Sc. Psychology

2023

Loreto College presented with the IIT Spoken Tutorial Educator Resource Award 2023, by IIT Bombay

2023

Received the award for the Best Maintained College in the City at the Annual Gurukul Awards, organised by the Lions International District 322B2.

2023

Department of Geography Diamond Jubilee Celebration

2022

Loreto College signs MoUs with 15 colleges under the aegis of Xavier Board of Higher Education

2021

Loreto College signs an MoU with Asia in Global Affairs

2021

Re-accredited A grade by NAAC

2021

Received the District Green Champion Award (Kolkata) from the MGNCRE, Ministry of Education, Government of India

2020

Loreto College signs an MoU with SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai

2020

Loreto College ranked No. 75 by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) by Ministry for Human Resource Development (MHRD)

2019

Affiliation to University of Calcutta for B.Sc.(Elective) in Statistics

2019

Received the College of the Year Award, 2019, at the Sankalp Education Awards, 2019, organised by David & Goliath, Faces and Lions Club International 322,82

2019

Loreto College has been ranked No.76 by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) by Ministry for Human Resource Development (MHRD)

2018

College awarded Best Maintained College by Gurukul awards and The Sapphire Annual gala 2019 award.

2018

Loreto College has been ranked No.76 by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) by Ministry for Human Resource Development (MHRD)

2017

High Performing Institution by NAAC

2017

Affiliation to University of Calcutta for B.A.(Elective) in Sociology

2017

Inauguration of the Mary Ward-Lady Aruna Paul Wing by Lord Swraj Paul

2017

Siksha Ratna Award - awarded to Sr. Christine Coutinho by the Chief Minister Smt. Mamta Banerjee

2017

College was awarded Excellence in Education 2018 presented by the Education Minister Dr. Partha Chatterjee

2017

Loreto College has been ranked No.31 by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) by Ministry for Human Resource Development (MHRD)

2017

NAAC accorded an extension of 2 years to the College, in the 3rd cycle because of exceptional performance in the previous cycle

2016

Critical Imprints: A peer-reviewed interdisciplinary journal published by the Department of English

2016

Loreto College ranked No.18 by National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) by Ministry for Human Resource Development (MHRD)

2016

Affiliation to University of Calcutta for M.A. in English

2016

Installation of 60 Solar Photo Voltaic Panels on the rooftop of the College

2013

Foundation laid for the Mary Ward-Lady Aruna Paul Wing by Lord Swraj Paul and Lady Aruna Paul

2013

The College was assessed by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and was awarded with an A grade.

2012

Department of B.Ed. Centenary celebrations

2012

Affiliation to University of Calcutta for B.Sc. (Honours) in Economics and B.Sc. (Elective) in Mathematics

2011-12

Inauguration of College Centenary celebrations by President Dr. A.P. J Abdul Kalam; release of Mary Ward stamp

2011

Awarded as College with Potential for Excellence (CPE) by the University Grants Commission, New Delhi

2007

The College has been reaccredited with an A grade by NAAC

2007

Affiliation to University of Calcutta for B.A (Honours) in Psychology and B.A/B.Sc. (Major) in Computer Application

2006

Awarded as College with Potential for Excellence (CPE) by the University Grants Commission, New Delhi

2005

Affiliation to Human Rights; Inauguration of Women’s Study Society

2004

Affiliation to University of Calcutta for B.A.(Elective) in Journalism and Mass Communication and Film Studies.

2003

The B.Ed Department was assessed independently by NAAC and was awarded a grade of B++.

1999-2000

The College volunteered for assessment by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council and was graded with 5 stars. For three years the college was the only Higher Education Institution in West Bengal to have been assessed by NAAC.

1996

The starting of the Women’s Cell for illiterate and socially and financially challenged young women

1963

Affiliation for Honours in Geography, University of Calcutta

1941

For BT was recognized by the National Center for Teacher Education.

1913

The B.Ed department was affiliated to University of Calcutta in 1913 for LT

UPCOMING EVENTS

National Pollution Prevention Day 2024, organised by Department of Economics, Loreto College Kolkata
Theme: Supporting Sustainable Development through ESG and Carbon Markets
2nd December, 2024

  • 2nd December, 2024
  • 9:45 A.M. onwards
  • College Auditorium

Speaker: Dr. Robert Gabriel Elekes
Last Date of Registration : 7th December 2024
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  • 10th December, 2024
  • 2:00 P.M. onwards
  • Auditorium

Upcoming Certificate Courses on Korean Language, Piano and History Heritage Course

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  • January, 2025