SMS - School of Management Sciences, Varanasi

Yes, SMS Varanasi offers financial support to students enrolled in the BA (Hons) programme. To do so, the university offers various scholarships. Mentioned below are more details about the available scholarships:

• Merit Scholarship: These scholarships are provided based on students performance in the Class 12 examinations
• Sports Scholarship: These scholarships are awarded to players who have played at the university/state/national level

SMS Varanasi conducts its own entrance test for admission to various courses, including BA (Hons). Candidates seeking admission to the programme must register and appear for the exam once the application portal is live. The institute has not yet released the last date to apply. However, students aspiring to take admission must register timely.

BA (Hons) at SMS Varanasi is offered only with one specialisation, i.e., Mass Communication. Students graduating from this course can seek out job opportunities in the Media and Enterntainment industry. Moreover, some of the popular job profiles for Mass Com graduates are Journalist, Content Writer, PR Executive, Event Manager, and more. 

Fresh graduates seeking entry-level positions can expect a salary ranging from INR 3 LPA-INR 4.5 LPA. However, this range can vary based on various factors such as choice of industry, student's performance, and additional skills they might possess. 

Admissions to the SMS Varanasi BA course are purely entrance-based. To get admission, students must follow the below-mentioned steps:

1. Check the eligibility criteria. Only those who meet the eligibility criteria are considered for the selection process.

2. If eligible, apply for the in-house entrance test, i.e., the SMSOET exam.

3. After the exam results, participate in the counselling process conducted by the institute.

4. If allocated a seat, report to the institute for verification of documents.

5. Pay the admission fee of INR 12,500 to secure the seat.

The total cost to pursue BA from SMS Varanasi amounts to 1.45 lakh. This fee is a combination of different fee charges, such as tuition fees, caution deposit, admission fee, etc. Those who wish to know the complete breakdown of the total fees can refer to the following table:

Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

During the 2023 placement drive, SMS Varanasi witnessed the participation of many repuated recruiters such as Airtel, FedEx, Dabur, HCL, Wipro, etc. Moreover, the the highest and average package offered during the 2023 placements stood at INR 7.95 LPA and INR 4.81 LPA, respectively. The average package offered in 2023 witnessed a 23% hike when compared to 2022 placement stats.

Note: The above placement data is not course specific.

SMS Varanasi has witnessed the participation of many reputed ecuriters over the recent years. Listed below are some of the recruiters who have visited the campus for recent placement drives:

• DTDC
• Bajaj Consumer Care
• SBI General
• ITC
• TCI
• Axis Bank
• Decathlon
• Berger
• Kellogg's
• Godrej

Yes, the SMS Varanasi BA Hons syllabus includes various skill-based subjects such as Content Writing, Digital marketing, Camera & Editing and more. These courses help students learn various industry-orientated skills. Nowadays, students who already possess the required skill set get better-paying jobs. The students are also required to complete an internship. This helps them gain hands-on experience.

SMS Varanasi BA (Hons) curriculum is divided into semester-pattern. During the three-year duration, students are required to study the following courses:

• Core courses: Print Media Production, Media History, Public Relations, Advertising and Media, and more
• Vocational Faculty: Camera and Editing, Content Writing, Digital Marketing, and more
• Co-curricular courses: Food Nutrition and Hygiene, First Aid and Health, Human Values and Environmental Studies, and more

After applying for SMS Varanasi BA (Hons) students must appear for the SMSOET exam on the scheduled date. Once the exam results are announced, the university commences with the admission counselling. In order to participate in the counselling, candidates must upload various documents. After that, they are required to participate in the subsequent counselling process. During the counselling, the BCom seats are allocated based on the candidate's performance in the accepted entrance exam.