BA (Bachelor of Arts) is a general undergraduate arts degree; the specific subject combination depends on what the student chooses at admission.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|
| Duration | 3 years |
| Eligibility | 10+2 in any stream |
| Entrance Route | CUET-UG at participating universities; others admit through merit or their own entrance test |
What you will study
- A combination of humanities/social-science subjects chosen at admission (for example History, Political Science, Economics, or a language)
- Foundational courses and electives as per the university's NEP 2020-aligned curriculum
- A major/minor subject structure at many universities
Career directions
- Civil services and government administration
- Research roles in academic institutes, think tanks and NGOs
- Teaching (with a B.Ed./NET/Ph.D., depending on level)
- Policy, development-sector and social-research careers
What to check
Because "BA" alone covers many possible subject combinations, confirm the exact subjects offered with the admitting institute before applying.