B.A. Hons. in Politics, Philosophy and Economics 

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.

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. 

Ashoka University admissions 2025 are closed for all the UG courses. Academic session of the 2025 batch started in August 2025. Candidates who are appearing in Class 12 can fill out the application to get a provisional admission and can submit the Higher Senior Secondary mark sheet later for 2026 session. 

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.

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. 

The University has a good placement record with a stagnant highest package over the past three years. Consulting has been the top industry and top function during placements 2025. The following table details the Ashoka University placement info:

Yes, Ashoka University offers two types of scholarships, namely Need-Based Financial Aid Philosophy and Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship, to its students. The financial aid given by Ashoka University is assessed solely on the basis of your family’s financial standing. It is not based on scholastic merit, sports qualifications, parent’s occupation or any non-financial factors. The merit cum means scholarship is offered to exceptional undergraduate students intending to major in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics or Computer Science at Ashoka.

Ashoka University offers Achiever's Merit Scholarship of Up to 100% tuition fee waiver. This scholarship is offered to 150 students based on their overall performance in Ashoka University admission process with recognition for high performance in CBSE and ICSE/ ISC board examination.

Aspirants must complete Class 12 from a recognised board to apply for BSc (Hons) at Ashoka University. Candidates should have documents proving their eligibility. Admission to BSc (Hons) is based on scores of candidates in assessment conducted by the university.