“Science is not a sacred cow. Science is a horse. Don’t worship it. Feed it.” – Aubrey Eben

Computer is one of the blessings of science. Imparting computer education among the masses is another defiant stepping towards the welfare of mankind. Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid; humans are incredibly slow, inaccurate and brilliant; together they are powerful and beyond imagination. On 13th May,1996 an enthusiastic computer trained dynamic entrepreneur shouldered the responsibility of spreading computer education among the crowd and painstakingly materialized a long-cherished dream “SOFTNET”, the first full-fledged computer education and training institute,  famous for its pioneering work in the field of imparting computer education, web and multimedia.  Since inception SOFTNET has been strictly adhering to its high set objectives and principles with utmost sincerity inspite of all pervading commercialization of education in all forms. The reward is a bud now blossomed into one of the best computer institutes in Bankura town-that churned out more than half a thousand computer personnel some of whom are assigned in prestigious positions within the country & abroad. Here the students can experience the joy of learning with individualized attention and in a caring manner, so that they can reach their fullest potential with the help of skilled mentoring by talented teachers and experienced centre faculties. since inception, the institute has been different from the crowd because of adapting some of the very best teaching methods and curricula of renowned institutes in India and in abroad also. Our strong research orientation has helped us continuously innovate and implement cutting-edge technologies.

Synopsis of SOFTNET

The voyage in the sea of learning and excellence began 23 years back. Each year has brought to the world of computer a fresh impetus. The onerous task of implementing the bookish knowledge to the practical field has brought the academy to this milestone.

  • Our Institute SOFTNET (Registration/Enrolment No:192018699826 Old No: EWB 2338319), is situated at Dr. Abani Bhattacharya Sarani,(formally known as KamrarMath), a place adjacent to Lalbazar, Bankura, Lalbazar Police Station, Bankura Railway Station & Lalbazar Bus Stop. The Premises occupied is actually a prominent portion of the residence of Late Dr. Abani Bhattacharya who was a renowned Eye-Specialist, Social worker, Municipal Chairman (two terms), MLA (CPI) of his time.
  • The front portion of the building houses this Institute, availing more than 800 sq. Feet area for the rent-free accommodation to impart training. Further, the premises can be availed up to 100-sq. ft. more, subject to a steady response and promotion of the project.
  • We have adequate state of the art Computer Systems and latest printers to give the full exposure of the Computer Utility to our students, the provision of A.C. GENERATOR back up is there in case of Power failure. We can have Addition in number of Computer Systems in case our existing practical Slots fail to cope with the increased number of students. We provide one Computer system to each Candidate at Practical Sessions (One Hour, thrice a week); enabling them to have maximum hand-on-exposure. The Institute is well furnished with the compatible Furniture.
  • All the theory classes are held on projector with full PPT ready.

Objectives and Motto

SOFTNET provides a wide variety of career, professional, short-term, long-term and certification courses, designed by our experienced academicians and technical experts after careful market study and research. All the courses are taught by the certified faculty. Our trainers constantly update their technical skills to maintain their expertise. In a nutshell, SOFTNET creates skilful tutelages through a variety of scientifically structured courses delivered using the latest teaching methodology.

  • We primarily focus on designing various computer education courses which are in demand and also assisting the pass out of these courses to have a brighter career and placements.
  • To provide the best possible professional and technical education to ambitious youths, aspiring to take up executive positions in the managerial and technical cadre.“New technology is common, new thinking is rare”
  • To develop a professional mindset comprising a confident self-image, creativity, innovativeness, leadership, high commitment, sensitivity and dynamism so as to be able to imbibe appropriate technology. Our most important goal is to prepare the students with an innovative mind.
  • We aim to continue to be the part and parcel of the global development in technology with exclusive emphasis on computer based training.
  • To inculcate in the minds a love for computer subject and the necessity & utility of learning computer.
  • To replace the insipid typical classrooms by practical and demo-oriented teaching methodology.
  • Quality Policy: We at our end are very particular and sincere about the policies towards quality of our overall system. We have very clear cut policies and guidelines for keeping up-to-date to our standards and level of study programmes without any compromise. As far as our quality of imparting training is concerned we have zero tolerance policy.Now we have a target to reach, a long journey to complete. SOFTNET is ready to fly, wants to spread the wings. We believe in

“If you can’t fly then run
If you can’t run then walk
If you can’t walk then crawl
But whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.”

Today our goal is “To rebuild the assurance of success in IT based training”. This is because the mission and motto of “SOFTNET” is to produce educated people who will take the role of citizenship seriously and be more sensitive to the needs of the emerging IT sector at large.