Jadavpur University BA admission 2023 is open now. Admission to the program will be based on the admission test conducted by the University. The Last Date to Apply is June 23, 2023. The Admission test for the same will be held from July 10-18, 2023. The provisional merit list of selected candidates will be released on or before July 28, 2023. Check Jadavpur University Admission 2023

Jadavpur University BA Important Dates 2023

Jadavpur University offers Bachelor of Arts courses (BA) that extend for 3 years across 11 specialisations. All the courses, including BA offered by Jadavpur University have received accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and are recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

• The BA course is offered across eleven specialisations.
• The minimum requirement to apply for the BA course at Jadavpur University is 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board.
• Candidates are selected on the basis of marks scored in the qualifying 10+2 examination and a merit list.
• Appearing for the entrance examination conducted by the university is compulsory for applicants to the BA course.
• The nature of the BA course is full time.

Jadavpur University BA Eligibility Criteria

Applicants at Jadavpur University for BA need to fulfill the following criteria:

• Candidates should have completed 10+2 from a recognised university/ institute.
• Each B.A. course has different eligibility criteria-

B.A in Bengali- Candidates should have at least 50% in aggregate and score at least 60% in Bengali.

B.A. in English- Candidates should have at least 75% in aggregate.

B.A in Comparative Literature- Candidates should have at least 70% in aggregate and score at least two language subjects in 10+2. Candidate has to score 70% in each language respectively.

B.A in History- Candidates should have at least 65% in aggregate.

B.A in Philosophy- Candidates should have at least 50% in aggregate.

B.A in Sociology- Candidates should have at least 75% in aggregate.

B.A in Political Science- Candidates should have at least 65% in aggregate.

B.A in Sanskrit- Candidates should have at least 65% in aggregate and have Sanskrit as a compulsory subject in 10+2 levels.

B.A in Economics- Candidates should have at least 80% in aggregate and score at least 80% in Mathematics.

Jadavpur University BA Admission Guidelines

Admission for BA programs at the Jadavpur University are based on the Senior Secondary qualifying examinations and the entrance test scores. The entrance test is conducted independently by Jadavpur University. The merit list is drawn up on the basis of 10+2 examination scores and entrance test scores. Candidates are admitted through the online admission process followed by selection through the drafted merit list.

Jadavpur University BA Application Process

• Visit the official website of Jadavpur University and click on Admissions> Preferred course> Online registration for application.
• Fill in your personal information such as name, guardian’s names, mobile number and email ID for registration.
• Fill out the educational details and reservation category (if applicable). Theory and practical marks for each subject in 10+2 need to be filled separately and accurately.
• Upload scanned copies of 10th Board Mark sheet, 10+2 Board Mark sheet and SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwD certificate (if applicable) according to the prescribed format.
• Select the course you want to apply for. The courses can be selected strictly on the basis of the eligibility criteria provided for each course.
• Retrieve a print out of the filled application form and retain the application number.
• No application fees are required as per the Government of West Bengal guidelines.
• Only one registration is allowed for each course. Multiple registrations for the same course will be cancelled.
• Merit list is prepared on the basis of 10+2 scores and entrance examination scores. Candidates can check the official merit list on the website.

Documents required during admission process:

• Printouts of the submitted application form
• Passport size photographs
• Guardian’s income certificate.
• Required affidavits.
• Age proof.
• Qualifying Certificate.
• 10+2 mark sheets.
• 10th mark sheet.
• Entrance examination score sheet.
• Transfer/ Migration Certificate received from the Institution last studied.
• Caste/ EWS proof.

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Jadavpur University BA Course Details

The BA program at Jadavpur University is a 3 year course and is offered across 11 specialisations. The course specialisations are as mentioned below:

The BA course has been divided into six semesters. B.A in Physical Education and B.A. in Education (B. Ed) are divided into four semesters across two years.

• Each semester consists of Lectures, Tutorials, Seminars and Projects.
• The curriculum allows students to choose amongst elective courses.
• 75% attendance in each semester is compulsory for a student to be eligible for appearing in end semester examinations.
• Students enrolled in B.A in Comparative Literature can choose between elective courses in Semester IV, V and VI.
• Students enrolled in B.A. in Economics (Hons.) will have a compulsory course on Mathematics in Semester I. Students in this course also have to perform a group project extending from Semester V to VI.
• Students enrolled in B.A in History can choose elective courses of their choices in the final semester.
• Students enrolled in B.A. in English can choose the required number of courses between 38 optional courses in Semester III, IV, V and VI in addition to extra departmental courses in the first four semesters. The total number of courses including core courses in each semester should be 4.

Jadavpur University BA Syllabus

B.A. in Economics

B.A. in History

B.A. in Comparative Literature

B.A. in English

B.A. in Physical Education

Jadavpur University BA Placement Details

The university has a fully functional Placement and training cell which is responsible for internship and placement opportunities for the students. Top recruiters include Zee entertainment, ABP Ananda, HSBC, Citi, Genpact and others.

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