B.A. (Hons.) in History 

at Ashoka University, Sonepat

Ashoka University BA admission is based on candidates' performance in the Ashoka Aptitude Test (AAT). Ashoka Aptitude Test (AAT) is conducted by Ashoka University to select eligible candidates for UG courses. Candidates who have taken the SAT/ ACT exam also need to appear for the Ashoka Aptitude Test (AAT) and the higher score will be evaluated and taken into consideration.

Ashoka University does offer BA courses for three years, divided into six semesters. The university offers several specialisations in BA courses, such as BA (Hons) in Economics, BA (Hons) in Political Science, BA (Hons) in English, BA (Hons) in History, etc. Students have to complete class 12 from a recognised board. Then appear for Ashoka Aptitude Assessment, followed by a personal Interview. Candidates will be evaluated on their consistent academic performance, aptitude test and interview scores. 

The first year tuition fees for BA (Hons) at Ashoka University is INR 10.74 lakh. Aspirants have to pay INR 2.11 Lacs for residence. The cost for essential services is INR 5,4000. Candidates can pay the fees in the mode specified by the university.

The step-wise admission process through the Ashoka Aptitude Test 2025 for admission to BA course at Ashoka University is provided below. 

1. Register yourself online.

2. Fill out the AAT 2025 Application form which is free of cost. 

(Click here to learn how to fill the AAT Application Form)

3. Appear for AAT. Students will be informed about the dates and timings. 

 

BA students opting for hostel facilities should budget between INR 7.03 Lacs and INR 9.29 lakh. The amount depends on the type of residence or facilities provided etc. Accomodation charges includes a big part of the total fee structure. 

The branch-wise salary details have not been disclosed. However, the University has released the sector-wise average package for 2025. The average package offered in the Corporate sector was INR 11.6 LPA and in the Development sector was INR 11.1 LPA. The following table showcases Ashoka University average package trends in the Corporate and Development sectors:

Sector	Average Package (2023)	Average Package (2024)	Average Package (2025)
Corporate Sector	INR 11.40 LPA	INR 10.70 LPA	INR 11.6 LPA
Development Sector	INR 8.70 LPA	INR 9 LPA	INR 11.1 LPA

 

Ashoka University admissions are open. Candidates can apply online for the preferred course. The university opens applications in four rounds for UG courses. The last date for admission to UG courses is Aug 5, 2026.

Yes, one can consider Ashoka University as Tier 1 university for Liberal Arts and various other courses. Ashoka University is ranked at 103rd position by NIRF 2025 under the University category. As per the QS Ranking 2026, Ashoka University has been ranked at the 99th position under the Asian University Rankings - Southern Asia category. 

Ashoka University provides modern amenities with state-of-the-art infrastructure to its students. The facilities of the university include hospital, a library with a collection of articles, e-books, thesis, chapters, and others on Liberal Arts and other subjects in addition to the databases and subscribed journals. , gym, sports facilities such as a football court, volleyball court, and cricket ground, etc. Also, Ashoka University has hostel facilities both for boys and girls. In addition to this, Ashoka University facilities include a canteen, a contemporary lecture room, a contemporary gym, etc. The university's classrooms are fully air-conditioned and equipped with the most recent technology to facilitate teaching and learning. There is a football pitch, a volleyball court, a basketball court, a tennis court, etc. At Ashoka University Sonepat. There is also a sports facility indoors for indoor activities. Facilities and infrastructure of Ashoka University Sonepat aid in students' overall growth.

Ashoka University accepts CUET scores for UG admission. However, it is not mandatory. Aspirants have to pass Ashoka Aptitude Assessment and on-the-spot-essay round for admission to UG courses. Selected aspirants have to further pass other selection rounds for final admission.