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Bachelor of Arts [BA] {Hons.} (English) From Presidency University Kolkata, Kolkata

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Bachelor of Arts [BA] {Hons.} (English)
first year fees:  ₹2,000
4 YearsFull Time
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Tution fees₹1800₹1800₹1800₹1800
Exam fees₹200₹200₹200₹200
Total Year Wise fees2,0002,0002,0002,000

Course Details

Fees for the self-financed international students is US$ 1,000/- per semester (all inclusive excluding hostel facilities) for undergraduate and post graduate courses.

Presidency University, Kolkata provides BA (H) and B.Sc (H) courses in different streams at the UG level in full-time mode. The minimum eligibility criteria for admission is 10+2 in the relevant subject group from a recognized university. 5% relaxation will be offered to the candidates belonging to reserved categories.

Admission is offered on the basis of candidates’ scores in PUBDET organized by WBJEEB. WBJEEB finalizes the admission after conducting counseling rounds for the selected candidates as per the PUBDET merit list.

Course Name Specialization Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
BA (H) Bengali 10+2 with 60% in aggregate and 65% in Bengali PUBDET score followed by counselling
English 10+2 with 65% Marks in aggregate
Hindi 10+2 with 60% in aggregate and 60% in Hindi
History 10+2 with 65% in aggregate
Philosophy 10+2 with 60% in aggregate and 65% in English
Sociology 10+2 with 60% in aggregate
Performing Arts
Political Science
B.Sc (H) Economics 10+2 with 70% in aggregate with Physics & Chemistry + (Mathematics or Statistics) + Biology PUBDET score followed by counselling
Chemistry 10+2 with 70% in aggregate (with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics) and 80% in Chemistry
Geography 10+2 with 70% in aggregate with any 3 of 11 subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Statistics, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, History, Geography, Geology)
Geology 10+2 with 70% in aggregate with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
Mathematics 10+2 with 70% in aggregate and 80% in Mathematics
Physics 10+2 with 70% in aggregate and 80% in Physics + Mathematics combined
Statistics 10+2 with 70% in aggregate and 80% in Mathematics or Statistics
Life Sciences 10+2 with 70% in aggregate and 80% any Life Science related subject

Key Points:

  • Each candidate can apply for a maximum of two Honours subjects in one go.
  • For admission, the candidate needs to pass 10+2 with at least five recognized subjects along with English.
  • The finalized merit list will be declared based on the summation of the aggregate percentage marks of the top four subjects, excluding Environmental Science/Education), received at the 10+2 level as well as the marks obtained in the University entrance test.
  • Candidates who get shortlisted for two subjects can choose their favorite subject at the time of counselling.

Presidency University, Kolkata PUBDET 2020

For the academic year 2020-21, WBJEEB is going to conduct a common entrance examination (PUBDET) to offer admission in BA/ B.Sc (H) courses offered by Presidency University, Kolkata.

Candidates have to answer 50 MCQs of 100 marks for the duration of 90 minutes. Each correct response will yield two marks while a wrong answer will result in the deduction of 1/2 mark.

Presidency University, Kolkata PUBDET Merit list: WBJEEB will publish a merit list on the basis of candidates’ marks in the entrance test. Final rank list can be availed from the official website of WBJEEB portal only.

Those who will maintain a position in the General Merit Rank (GMR) List will be called for the counselling rounds at:

West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board,

Aq-13/1, Sector – V, Saltlake, Kolkata– 700091

Land Mark: Near Technopolis /215a Bus Stand

Note: Final admission on the basis of counselling is subject to rules prescribed by Presidency University, Kolkata.

PUBDET Schedule 2020

Date Subject Schedule
April 04, 2020 Physics/ Political Science 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Geography 12:00 pm- 01:30 pm
Mathematics/ Philosophy/ Sociology/ Performing Arts 2:00 pm- 3:30 pm
Geology/ History 4:00 pm- 5:30 pm
April 12, 2020 Chemistry/ Bengali 10:00 am- 11:30 am
Statistics/ English 12:00 pm-01:30 pm
Life Science/ Economics 2:00 pm- 3:30 pm

Documents required at the time of PUBDET counselling:

  • Downloaded copy of ‘Registration Form of PUBDET-2020”
  • Downloaded copy of Rank Card of PUBDET 2020
  • Two recent Passport size colour photography
  • Original Mark Sheet of 10+2 or equivalent
  • Caste certificate for reserved categories

Note: Admission fee is required to be paid at the time of final counselling round in the form of DD drawn in favour of “West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board” payable at Kolkata.

Presidency University, Kolkata PUBDET Application Form 2020

PUBDET application form can be filled online only form WBJEEB portal by following the below-listed steps:

  1. Visit the official WBJEEB portal and fill the application form.

  2. Upload scanned copies of the desired documents.
  3. Pay the application fee of INR 500 by Credit/ Debit Card or through Net-Banking.
  4. After completing all the application related formalities, download the ‘Confirmation Page’ for further usage.

In the case, any admission related queries contact to:

Controller of Examinations,

West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board,

AQ-13/1, Sector –V, Salt Lake City, Kolkata-700091

Examination Helpdesk: 1800-1023-781, 1800-3450-050

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Which college is better for English Honours among Christ University Bangalore and Presidency University Kolkata?

Neha HalderBA Sociology, Presidency University, Kolkata (2021)

One of my friends studied in Presidency University, Kolkata. According to him, it is one of the oldest and the most reputed educational institutions in the country.

Pursuing English Honours in Presidency Kolkata is a really good thing, as the degree you will receive after graduation is extremely valuable. You can also go for PhD, research or higher studies abroad with this degree. 

Studying in Presidency Kolkata will automatically give you an upper hand. It is the most prestigious university in India. Very few talented students get admission in the English department, thus the competition is huge. Presidency Kolkata should be your first choice for an English Honours degree.

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Bachelor of Arts English Honors: Which one is better to study English (Hons), Presidency University or St. Xavier's College, Kolkata?

Khaleda YasminB.Tech Computer Science Engineering,Dibrugarh University (2017)

Presidency University Kolkata has been ranked 151 by NIRF in 2020 among the top universities of India while St Xavier’s College Kolkata is ranked at number 9 for Arts by The Week in 2020. Both the institutions are known for their well-structured program curriculum and world-class faculty within the Arts department.

Admissions:

The total student intake for Bachelor of Arts English Honours at Presidency and St Xavier’s are 30 and 100 respectively.

  • The required eligibility for admission at Presidency University is a minimum score of 65% with English as mandatory subjects. Whereas, students with a minimum score of 60% in 12th from a recognized board are eligible for admission at St. Xavier’s Kolkata.

  • Presidency University conducts PUBDET for admission. At St. Xavier’s Kolkata the admission is merit-based.

  • The course fee for Presidency University and St Xavier’s Kolkata is INR 13,600 and INR 60,500 respectivecourly.

Curriculum:

Presidency University Kolkata:

  • The University follows a combination of grounding British literature as well as the global diversity of the English language with the aim of developing the linguistic skills of students.

  • The curriculum is divided into 12 courses, with 12 core subjects and 4 optional open elective modules, which students can choose to specialize in.

St Xavier’s Kolkata:

  • The course curriculum is spread across 6 semesters with a core focus on British English literature, including drama, prose, poetry, and history of writing and literature.

  • It offers a more detailed course structure in terms of understanding the English language through the works of multiple writers and researchers.

Faculty:

Presidency University Kolkata:

  • The faculty members within the English Honours department facilitate interactive informal discussions and tutorial sessions where students and faculty get to interact on a more personal level.

  • They follow a combined routine of classroom lectures along with audio-visual aids and techniques in order to keep the curriculum updated and maintain student interest.

St Xavier’s Kolkata:

  • The faculty members are academicians with a high level of expertise in research and English language methodologies.

  • The core focus of teaching is to make sure that students understand fundamental concepts through interactive exercises, research work, reading manuscripts, and practicing writing through literature.

Infrastructure:

Presidency University Kolkata has a larger campus as opposed to St Xavier’s Kolkata. While both institutions offer great resources in terms of a well-equipped library, reading materials, language labs and study halls, etc.

Placements: Both Presidency University and St Xavier’s Kolkata offers decent placements.

Particulars

Presidency University

St Xavier’s Kolkata

Placement Rate

65%

70%

Highest CTC

10 LPA

8 LPA

Average CTC

4 LPA

5.5 LPA

The top recruiters at Presidency University are Cognizant, MOU, etc. Some of the major recruiters at St. Xavier’s Kolkata are Adidas, Ernst & Young, Asian Paints. Most students of BA English Honours opt for higher studies, instead of appearing for placement drive.

Based on the given factors, students can make a well-informed choice between the two institutions for BA in English Honours.

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Are 2022 Presidency University (Kolkata) for BA Hons(English) admission done ?

Sayantan Ghosestudied B.Sc in Geography, Presidency University, Kolkata

No, Presidency University (Kolkata) admission 2022 for BA (English) isn’t done. The admission notification and application form will be released around the first week of June 2022, tentatively. The entrance test is most likely to take place during July. You will find the regular updates regarding admission on the official website of Presidency University, i.e. presiuniv.ac.in. 

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