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BA English Admission 2023: Important Dates, Eligibility, Entrance Exam, Top Colleges, Application Process

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BA English Admission 2023 is done on the basis of both Merit as well as Entrance Exams. Candidates must qualify entrance exams such as CUET, IPU CET, etc. The entrance exam questions are generally MCQ-based but there might be subjective questions as well depending on the syllabus as well as on the college entrance exam pattern.

The Delhi University and other several other universities will conduct BA English Admission 2023 on the basis of marks scored by candidates in the CUET entrance exams and marks scored in 10+2. Read More: DU UG Admissions to be based on CUET.

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Candidates should secure a minimum 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA during their class 12th board exams for BA English admissions. The average fees for pursuing BA English from the top BA English colleges can be between INR 8,000 - 1.3 lakhs per year.

BA English Admission 2023 Important Dates

Tabulated below are BA Admission 2023 application form and mode of admission for some of the top BA English Colleges in India.

College Admission Process Application Dates
St. Stephen’s College, New Delhi CUET 2nd week of August 2023
Jadavpur University, Kolkata Merit-based April 2023 to June 2023
Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi CUET 2nd week of August 2023
Miranda House CUET 2nd week of August 2023
Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi CUET To Be Announced
St. Xavier's College, Calcutta University Merit-based May 2023
JMI, New Delhi JMIEEE/CUET March 03 – April 03, 2023
Christ University, Bangalore CUET March 17 – April 30, 2023

BA Hons Entrance Exams

BA admission to most of the colleges in India are offered through merit basis, however top BA colleges in India offering BA English grant admission based on scores of entrance exams such as DUET, JNUEE, BHU UET etc. conducted at University level. 

Entrance Exam Schedule

Some of the popular entrance exams for BA English admission 2023 are tabulated below along with important dates.

Entrance Exam Registration Date Exam Date
CUET April 2023 May 21 - 28, 2023
IPU CET March 24 – April 30, 2023  May 2023

BA English Admission Process

BA English admissions are mostly offered through the scores obtained by a candidate in their 10+2 exam that is merit-based. However there are some popular and top BA English colleges such as LPU, BHU, JNU, etc. conduct their own entrance exams to admit students. Shortlisted candidates may be called for Documents Verification by the University and they have to pay required fees to finalize their admission.

Eligibility

Candidates seeking admission to BA English courses must meet the following eligibility requirements: 

  • Candidates must have passed their 10+2 or equivalent in any stream with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks. 
  • Candidates must have completed their 10+2 from a recognized Board such as ICSE, CBSE or any other State Board. 
  • There will be a relaxation of 5% on the minimum marks for the candidates belonging to reserved categories (ST/SC). 
  • For admission to top BA English colleges one must have secured at least 90% marks in their 10+2 Board exam.
  • Candidates may also be required to qualify entrance exams such as JNUEE, BHU UET, DUET, etc. for BA English admission. 

How to Apply?

  • Visit the official website of the entrance exam or the college for which the BA English applications 2023 are open.
  • Check the eligibility criteria and prerequisites, and fill the application form with important details like Email ID, Contact Number, etc.
  • The candidate will get the login credentials for the document uploading and application form fee payment.
  • After submitting the final application form, the candidate will be informed about the same via email or text message.
  • Students can download the application form for appearing for entrance exams or counseling rounds.

BA English Admission 2023 Syllabus

BA English is a 3-years undergraduate course that covers a wide wide range of subjects, starting from Indian Classical Literature to American Literature, European Classical Literature etc. Given below is the detailed year wise breakdown BA English Syllabus for your reference: 

Year I Year II Year III
Indian Classical Literature American Literature Women’s Writing
Indian Writing in English Popular Literature British Literature: The Early 20th Century
European Classical Literature British Poetry and Drama: 17th & 18th Centuries Modern European Drama
British Poetry and Drama: 14th to 17th Centuries British Literature: 18th Century Postcolonial Literatures
- British Romantic Literature -

Check: BA English Subjects

BA English Admission 2023 Tips

  • Candidates should be aware of the latest exam pattern.
  • Candidates must practice mock tests and previous year sample papers.
  • Candidates should have excellent knowledge of Current affairs and Basic English Comprehension.
  • Proper time management is important for the exam as there is a limited time duration for the test and some of them have negative markings as well.

Also Check: BA in English Jobs & Placements

BA English Admission 2023 FAQs

Ques. What is a BA English degree?

Ans. BA English is an advanced 3-years postgraduate degree course that provides in depth in English Literature, literary history, cultural studies and specialize students in English.

Ques. What are the jobs after BA English?

Ans. After completing a BA English course one can find various job opportunities such as teaching, writing or publishing, journalism, media or advertising and many others. 

Ques. Can I do an MBA after BA?

Ans. Yes, one can pursue an MBA after completing a BA. Aspirants need to secure a minimum of 50% marks in their BA graduation. Also they need to qualify any Management entrance exams for MBA admissions.

Ques. What is the eligibility for BA English?

Ans. To pursue BA English one must have to complete their 10+2 or equivalent with at least 50% marks from a recognized Board and may be required to qualify the entrance exam.

Ques. Is BA English good for UPSC?

Ans. Yes, BA English is good for UPSC. BA English can help in cracking interview rounds and help students to refine their communication skills. 

Ques. Which subject is best for BA?

Ans. Some if the best specializations in BA are given below:

  • BA English.
  • BA Hindi.
  • BA History.
  • BA Political Science.
  • BA Psychology.

Ques. What is the salary of a BA in English?

Ans. The salary one can expect to earn at the starting of their career can be anywhere in between INR 2,40,000 to 6,00,000 per annum.

Ques. What is the duration of BA English literature?

Ans. BA in English is offered for the duration of 3-years, however for Distance Education the duration can be more than 3 years.

Ques. Can I study law after BA English?

Ans. Yes, one can pursue an LLB course post completing BA English.

Ques. What can I do after BA English?

Ans. After completing BA English candidates can either find lucrative jobs as a teacher, advertiser, journalist, etc. or can go for higher studies and pursue MA, MBA, MFA, etc.

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Answered Questions

KC

How easy is the entrance examination conducted by EFLU Hyderabad for getting into English Hons.?

By Komal Chawlaon 16 Jul 21
PS

Prabhas Sengupta

16 Jul 21Studied at English and Foreign Languages University (2018)

The entrance examination conducted by EFLU Hyderabad is not easy for English Honours because there are more than 20 centers where this test takes place.

There are certain reservations as well which add up to 50% of all the seats. Even if we don’t consider these numbers, the level of competition will be a real challenge. Also, it is not called BA honors, it is just BA English.

One great advantage that you have is that you get to learn a foreign language consecutively for two years. The language that you opt for depends on the merit scored by you in the entrance exam. Spanish and French are usually in good demand. The admission process for this year has been completed.

This is not to discourage the students from taking admission but it is important to state the facts. Campuses at Lucknow and Shillong also offer such courses where competition is relatively less. You cannot transfer from one campus to another.

If you prepare according to the previous years’ question papers and have a good command of English, then it is not that difficult to get into EFLU.

BR

How is Shaheed Bhagat Singh College for English Hons.?

By Bhavya Rawalon 13 Jan 22
GS

Gauri Singh

13 Jan 22studied at Shaheed Bhagat Singh College (2018)

Shaheed Bhagat Singh College has a very good English department and is one of the best departments in the city. 

They have an amazing faculty and the professors are equally talented. The DU English faculty has been rated as one of the top 100 departments in the world, so opting for a degree in Literature from any DU college will be worthwhile.

Apart from that huge fests and other cultural events are organized. The management staff is youthful and has no scope of miscommunication between them and the students. The college has a state-of-the-art computerized library with over 65,000 books and 70 journals, so there are no lags considering studies or reference material you need as a student. So, go for English Hons. at SBSC without any doubt.

MM

Which college is better for an Honors degree in English Loreto College Kolkata or Shri Shikshayatan College?

By Marc Mendoncaon 26 Nov 21
SJ

Shivani Jaiswal

26 Nov 21B.A English Honours, Loreto College, Kolkata (2021)

Among Loreto College or Shri Shikshayatan College in Kolkata, the former is said to be better. 

  • The cutoffs here are high and they have very limited seats. 
  • General category students only have 25 official seats. 
  • Their English department is said to be the best in Kolkata. 
  • They have an excellent faculty comprising talented members with years of educational experience.

Shri Shikshayatan is a bit liberal and gives students enough freedom to explore, on the other hand Loreto is completely opposite. It is very strict and disciplined. They keep their students in check most of the time.

BR

Which college is better for an Honors degree in English Loreto College Kolkata or Shri Shikshayatan College?

By Bhavya Rawalon 20 Jan 22
SJ

Shalini Jaiswal

20 Jan 22B.A English Honours, Loreto College, Kolkata (2021)

Both Loreto College and Shri Shikshayatan College are the most reputed all-girls colleges in Kolkata. Choosing any one of them will prove to be a good step up for your career.

Loreto College is popular for its English Honours course. It is more strict compared to any other college. Students here have to maintain a 80% attendance, failing which you will not be able to sit for the examination. Also for subjects with practicals, students have to maintain a 100% attendance in labs. The faculty of the English department is highly experienced with some professors having 15-20 years of educational experience.

Shri Shikshayatan College is a bit more liberal than Loreto. It is not so strict about certain rules and students have the freedom to explore. The attendance, dress code, academics, etc. are much more lenient than Loreto. But according to the education provided both are equally good. Choose the one that meets all your requirements, as only that can give you a fulfilling college life.

AG

How is English hons. from Delhi College of Arts and Commerce?

By Akanksha Guptaon 26 Nov 21
PM

Prithvi Mishra

26 Nov 21Delhi College of Arts and Commerce

Delhi College of Arts and Commerce is one of the most reputed colleges under Delhi University. The faculties for the English department at the institute are quite good. You will also get a good peer group. English is one of the most sought-after courses offered at the institute. So, if you are getting English (Hons) at DCAC, go for it. 

AN

Which one is better for English Hons Shyam Lal College or Satyawati College?

By Aaditya Hari Nairon 01 Oct 21
NS

Nirali Shukla

01 Oct 21B.A. Hons. English Literature,University of Delhi (2015)

My cousin sister recently graduated from Satyawati College with her English (Hons). To be precise, the experience wasn’t as pleasant as she expected. Here are some crucial insights regarding the college and faculty according to her first-hand experience.

  • The faculty is not up to the mark due to the overwhelming amount of politics among themselves. 
  • The cold war between the right and left-wing politics creates tension and fights between them.
  • There have been instances when the faculty is too careless to even come to class. Instead, you might be marked absent for attendance, which is unacceptable.
  • Once my sister submitted her assignment on time but it got lost due to the faculty’s carelessness. 
  • To make matters worse, she was marked 0 for that assignment. 
  • Later she found out they usually do that to students who call them out on their insincerity.
Categories Shyam Lal College Satyawati College
Course Fee 29.75 - 52.35 K 22.96 - 52.32 K
Highest CTC 5.5 LPA 3.4 LPA
Average CTC 2.5 LPA 1.5 LPA
Recruiting Companies TCS, HP, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, etc. KAN Universal Private Limited, Signori Armadio, Infosys, Deloitte, etc.

However, one of her friends did her English (Hons.) from Shyamlal College which turned out to be quite well and continued to go for higher studies in the same. But due to my sister’s awful experience at Satyawati, she eventually lost interest in the subject.

Moreover, before taking admission into any DU college you must do thorough research on its faculty. Some colleges have really awful faculty which plays a huge role in your career.

AN

Which is better for English honors between: Lady Shri Ram College and Daulat Ram College?

By Aaditya Hari Nairon 01 Feb 22
SG

Saheli Gupta

01 Feb 22B.A. Philosophy, Daulat Ram College, Delhi University (2019)

Between Lady Shri Ram College and Daulat Ram College, the former is the better option for pursuing English honors. Some of my friends attended Lady Shri Ram College and according to them, the faculty base for English Department is great. The cutoff for LSR College is also more compared to Daulat Ram. You will definitely have an excellent time studying there. 

SM

What is the class timing of BA English honours in Lady Brabourne College Kolkata?

By Shreya Mistryon 28 Dec 21
SD

Sukanya Dey

28 Dec 21B.A English Literature, Lady Brabourne College (2013)

The class timings are 10 AM to 4:30 PM. The Honours classes can take place at any time of the day. 

The day might begin with an honours class with the very last class being for honours subject too. 

All the departments are very strict, so you cannot skip any of the honours classes if you have attended one already. 

You must be very particular with attendance in college as it is strictly checked. Failure to maintain a 70% attendance will restrict you from sitting in the selection exams.

AS

Should I do BA programme from St. Stephens or English honours from JMC?

By Anwesha Sarkaron 29 Oct 21
SR

Sugandhi Roy

29 Oct 21studied at Kirori Mal College, Delhi University

I have friends from both St. Stephens and JMC. Here are a few of the information that I got from them. 

  • St. Stephens is a prestigious college with its own sets of rules and code of conduct. It has a good campus. If you want to explore ideas, places and have a decent campus life then St. Stephens is a great option.
  • JMC is an off-campus college. So, you won’t have access to campus. It is a girl’s college with strict rules. 

Now coming to the courses, in English honors, you will learn about a myriad of texts from different countries and different time periods. However, you will have to spend your three years around poetry and prose. You won’t get to experience much diversity when it comes to subjects. For the BA program, however, you can choose all subjects from Social Science. There are many combinations that you can opt for. 

So, I will suggest that you choose the program which will keep you interested for the next three years. College life will be similar irrespective of the institute. Also, gone are the days when students with honors degrees were treated superior to the students who pursued programs. 

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