Pujo ParikramaOpen appCollege Square Sarbojanin Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
College Square Sarbojanin (কলেজ স্কোয়ার সার্বজনীন) is a Durga Puja pandal in College Street & Sealdah, Kolkata, established in 1948. The lighting reflected on the College Square pond is iconic at night. In 2026 the puja runs from Panchami, 16 October (Friday), to Dashami, 21 October (Wednesday). The nearest metro station is Central on the Blue Line, about 15 minutes' walk (630 m). Plan about 25 minutes inside, then walk on to Mohammad Ali Park, about 12 minutes away.
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Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Not announced yet. See all 2026 themes
- Address
- Bankim Chatterjee Street, Bow Bazar North, Kolkata 700073
- Area
- College Street & Sealdah (Central Kolkata)
- Known for
- light work, traditional idol, lakeside setting
- Established
- 1948
- Popularity
- 5 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 9 pm–1 am
- Time inside
- about 25 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Central, Blue Line · 630 m, 15 min walk
- Coordinates
- 22.57453, 88.36446
- Driving
- Avoid driving: the lanes are closed to cars most evenings.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- Mohammad Ali Park: 12 min walk (487 m)
- Young Boys Club: 22 min walk (910 m) · theme: Ram Rajya
- Santosh Mitra Square (Lebutala): 24 min walk (969 m) · theme: Vande Mataram
Food nearby
- Swadhin Bharat Hindu Hotel: Rice and fish curry, Shukto, Chutney · 2 min walk
- Paramount: Daab sherbet, Green mango sherbet · 2 min walk
- Putiram: Kochuri, Jilipi, Mohanbhog · 4 min walk
- Favourite Cabin: Toast and butter, Tea, Pudding · 4 min walk
Parking
- Sealdah Station Parking · 1.0 km, 25 min walk · ₹30–60
Help nearby
- Public toilet: unnamed · 137 m, 3 min walk
- Hospital: Lady Dufferin Victoria Hospital, Kolkata · 614 m, 15 min walk (emergency department)
- Police station: Muchipara Police Station · 879 m, 21 min walk
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in College Street & Sealdah
Mohammad Ali Park, Chaltabagan Lohapatty, Simla Byayam Samity, Santosh Mitra Square (Lebutala), Sealdah Railway Athletic Club, Chorbagan Sarbojanin, Taltala Sarbojanin, Young Boys Club
Best time to visit, by day (2026)
| Day | Date | Quietest hours | At 8 pm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panchami | 16 October (Friday) | 5–7 am | busy |
| Shashthi | 17 October (Saturday) | 5–7 am | very crowded |
| Saptami | 18 October (Sunday) | 5–7 am | extremely crowded |
| Ashtami | 19 October (Monday) | 5–7 am | extremely crowded |
| Navami | 20 October (Tuesday) | 5–7 am | extremely crowded |
| Dashami | 21 October (Wednesday) | 5–7 am | busy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit College Square Sarbojanin?
9 pm–1 am is the best slot. On Saptami, Ashtami and Navami the quietest window is 5–7 am; evenings from 6 pm to midnight are the busiest.
How do I reach College Square Sarbojanin by metro?
Get off at Central (Blue Line). It is about 630 m away, roughly 15 minutes on foot.
Where can I park near College Square Sarbojanin?
The nearest listed parking is Sealdah Station Parking, 1.0 km away. Avoid driving: the lanes are closed to cars most evenings.
What can I eat near College Square Sarbojanin?
Within walking distance: Swadhin Bharat Hindu Hotel (Rice and fish curry, Shukto); Paramount (Daab sherbet, Green mango sherbet); Putiram (Kochuri, Jilipi).
When is Durga Puja 2026 at College Square Sarbojanin?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).