MSIT-Department of Basic Sciences and Humanities

11/04/2026

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04/04/2026

Science is not just a subject; it’s a way of life! The Department of Basic Sciences and Humanities at Meghnad Saha Institute of Technology successfully concluded its celebration of National Science Day on March 30, 2026 (deferred due to SEM Exam). The day was a vibrant tribute to scientific inquiry, bringing together brilliant minds to explore the mysteries of the universe and the mechanics of discovery. The event was anchored by two deeply insightful invited lectures at the JC Bose Auditorium:
• Prof. Soumitro Banerjee (IISER Kolkata) demystified the scientific process with his talk, "How does science work?".
• Prof. Debiprasad Duari (Former Director, M.P. Birla Planetarium) took us on a stellar journey through "Concepts in Astronomy".
🔬 Celebrating Student Innovation
The campus was buzzing with energy as students demonstrated their creativity and technical prowess across various venues:
• Innovation in Action: The Model/Prototype Competition showcased impressive hands-on solutions by young school students.
• Knowledge on Display: Participants battled it out in a high-stakes Quiz.
• Visual Science: The Creative Image Display in the auditorium highlighted the artistic side of scientific observation.
🏆 Honoring Excellence
The celebration reached its crescendo with a Prize Distribution and Felicitation ceremony. The dept. recognized all the first-year stream toppers (YGPA >8.5) students for 2024-25 AY and all the first-year first-semester students who have attended more than or equal to 95% of regular classes during 2025-26 AY. We are incredibly proud of all the participants who submitted technical papers and creative entries, proving that the future of science is in very capable hands.
Top three schools in Model/ Prototype competitions:
1. Winner: Mahadevi Birla Sishu Vihar
2. 1st Runner Up: Delhi Public School, Ruby Park.
3. 2nd Runner Up: Techno India Group Public School, Hooghly.
Top three in the Quiz Competition:
1. Rajdeep Majumder, IT (1st Year)
2. Arya Saha, CSE (1st Year)
3. Mohammad Sharib, CSE (1st Year)
Top three in Creative Image:
1. Ayana Sarkar, IT (1st Year)
2. Biswarup Das, CSE (1st Year)
3. Raunak Saha, CyS (1st Year)
Recognized for Excellent academic performance during BTech First Year, 2024-25.
SANJANA SEAL, UDITA DUTTA, CHANDRANIV CHAKRABORTY, BIJOY MAITY, RITIKA CHAKROBORTY, SURJO GHOSH DASTIDAR, ANISH ADDYA, DEBASMITA GHOSH, SAYAN SAHA, ARYABI BHATTACHARJEE.

Recognized for Excellent attendance in regular classes during First SEM, 2025-26.
ASHUTOSH SARANGI, RISHAV SHA, ASHMIT KUMAR DUTTA, RANIT ROY, SOUMIL BHATTACHARYYA, SOMNATH MAJUMDAR, DEEGANTA SINHA, MOHAMMAD SHARIB, SAMPURNA ROY, SANDIPAN MAJUMDER, ADITI BISWAS, ROHIT SAMANTA, RAJDEEP MAJUMDER.

A heartfelt thank you to the Institution Innovation Council and Greenovation Club for their invaluable association!
Thanks to all the organizing members of the dept of BSH in making this event a grand success!

27/03/2026

The Dept of Basic Sciences and Humanities at Meghnad Saha Institute of Technology (MSIT), in association with the IIC and Greenovation Club, invites you to our National Science Day celebration on March 30, 2026.

We are honored to host two distinguished speakers:
Prof. Soumitro Banerjee (IISER Kolkata) at 12:00 PM
Prof. Debiprasad Duari (Former Director, M.P. Birla Planetarium) at 2:30 PM

Event Highlights:
Quiz & Model/Prototype Competitions
Technical Paper Submissions
Creative Image Competition (Showcase your analytical mind!)
Grand Prize Distribution & Felicitation at 4:00 PM

📍 Venue: J.C. Bose Auditorium, MSIT
🗓️ Date: 30/03/2026

Join us as we explore the frontiers of science and innovation! 🚀

11/03/2026

Celebration of National Science Day 2026 at MSIT!
The Dept. of Basic Sciences and Humanities at Meghnad Saha Institute of Technology, in association with the Institution Innovation Council and Greenovation Club, invites you to a day dedicated to scientific discovery and creativity.
📅 Date: 30/03/2026 📍 Venue: MSIT Campus
What’s in store?
• Quiz Competition: For BTech 1st Year MSIT students.
• Creative Image Competition: AI-assisted designs on "Science for Sustainability."
• Model/Prototype Competition: Open to School Students (Classes 9-12).
• Technical Paper Submission: Recognizing the top 3 papers from MSIT students.
We are also honored to host Prof. Soumitro Banerjee (IISER Kolkata) and Prof. Debiprasad Duari (Former Director, M.P. Birla Planetarium) for two exclusive invited talks open to all!
🔗 Register Now: https://forms.gle/v3JMSdvkmLXux5tH9

28/02/2026

🔬 National Science Day-2026 🔬
On this National Science Day, let us celebrate the spirit of curiosity, innovation, and scientific temper that drives human progress and societal transformation. Observed in honor of Sir C. V. Raman’s groundbreaking discovery of the Raman Effect, this day reminds us of the power of science in shaping a sustainable and technologically advanced future.
As educators, researchers, and learners, we carry the responsibility to nurture inquisitive minds, promote critical thinking, and inspire the next generation to explore the endless possibilities of science.
Let us continue to innovate, question, discover, and contribute towards nation-building through scientific excellence.
We are happy to announce that we will celebrate this day with lots of students’ activities, invited talks, innovation showcase, and felicitations on 30/03/2026 at our campus (deferred due to semester examinations).
Science for Society — Innovation for Tomorrow!

06/02/2026

Congratulations to Devayudh Chatterjee and Sayantan Pal, BTech CSE first Year, for being the winning team members at the Google Developer Group on Campus (GDGC) MSIT Winter Solstice Hackathon-2026. Hundreds of passionate developers, designers, and innovators came together with one goal — to solve real-world problems through technology. From brainstorming sessions and whiteboard sketches to intense coding marathons and last-minute bug fixes, the atmosphere was electric.
The teams were really energetic, and the competition was really tight. It was a month-long hackathon, throughout which teams spent endless nights bringing innovations to life. Once again, congratulations to them for their efforts and contributions.

22/01/2026

The Greenovation Club, in collaboration with the Dept. of BSH and IIC-MSIT proudly hosted the insightful workshop “India for Clean Air: Campus to Cities”, at the J. C. Bose Auditorium on 15/01/2026.
The session was graced by Prof. V. F. McNeill, Professor of Chemical Engineering, Columbia University, New York, USA, whose thought-provoking discourse on air quality, sustainability, and practical solutions inspired students and faculty alike. The interactive discussions and engaging participation made the workshop a great success.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed speaker, respected faculty members, and students for making this event impactful and memorable. Together, we move a step closer toward a cleaner and more sustainable future. 🌍✨

02/11/2025

🏆 Congratulations to Our Eco-Innovation Winners!
The Dept of Basic Sciences and Humanities extends our warmest congratulations to the winners of the Exhibition cm Competition of Handicrafts Using Waste Materials, organized by The Greenovation Club, MSIT, held on October 31, 2025!
The winners are
1. Winner: Sunita Biswal, B.Tech CSE, First Year
2. 2nd Runners Up: Sadia Tamasun, B.Tech CSE (AIML), First Year
3. Popular Choice Award: Munshi Farhan Ikbal, B.Tech CSE (Cyber Security), First Year.
Your success is a testament to your exceptional creativity and deep commitment to sustainability. You truly demonstrated the power of Green Innovation by transforming recyclable waste into beautiful, functional masterpieces.
Your meticulous preparation and dedication resulted in truly inspiring work that captivated our judges and the entire MSIT community. We celebrate your ingenuity and your vital contribution to a greener future.
Keep innovating and leading the charge!

13/09/2025

First Year Orientation cm Induction Program BODHIKA on 15th September 2025!!
We, the Department of Basic Sciences and Humanities, Meghnad Saha Institute of Technology, heartily congratulate you on your grand success in the 10+2 level and the engineering entrance examinations. You are now a part of the MSIT family, and in your first year, you will be under the tutelage of the Department of Basic Sciences and Humanities, irrespective of your engineering branch.
You are advised to report to the college campus on 15.09.2025, Monday, for the commencement of your Orientation cm Induction Program BODHIKA as per the following time schedule:
Reporting time 10:00 AM for 1) CSE 2) CSE(AIML) 3) CS & IT
Reporting time 1:30 PM for 1) CSE (AI & DS) 2) CSE (CyS) 3) CSE (DS) 4) CSE (IOT) 5) CSBS 6) IT
7) CE 8) ME 9) ECE 10) EE 11) ECS
Thank you,
Best Wishes
Dr. Sumit Som
Head of the Department
Department of Basic Sciences & Humanities
Meghnad Saha Institute of Technology, Kolkata
e-mail: [email protected], [email protected]
dial: 9830767701, 7003212922

06/08/2025

Wishing all the best to our B. Tech 2nd year student team of Md. Atiq Niraj Rahaman(team lead) and Sourik Majumder. Guided by faculty mentor Dr. Sukhendu Jana, the two promising innovative minds are representing Meghnad Saha Institute of Technology in the national level SAP Hackfest-2025 at Coimbatore on 07.08.2025.

Compete hard and have a successful event.
Best of luck!👍

02/07/2025

***** Congratulations Message *****
Congratulations to the student team and their mentor on being successfully shortlisted as one of the top ten teams (out of sixty participating teams) at the state level for the SAP Hackfest 2025 innovation contest! This is an incredible achievement and a testament to your hard work, creativity, and dedication. We're all incredibly proud of you.
We are thrilled to see your efforts recognized and are confident that you'll continue to excel at the next national-level SAP Round competition. Good luck!!

06/05/2025