B.A. (Hons.) in Economics 

at Panjab University, Chandigarh

Yes, Panjab University offers a three-year undergraduate BA or Bachelor of Arts course in both regular and distance modes via its constituent/ affiliated colleges. The course is offered in both part-time modes, under distance learning and on a full-time basis. The screening process considers marks secured in the last qualifying exam and no entrance is conducted by PU for admission to this course. This information, however, is sourced from multiple sources on the internet. Hence, is indicative. Check more details on BA, such as its specialisations, admission criteria, seats and fee here.

The last date for UG application at Panjab University 26 June which started on June 2. Candidates selected after all the course-specific selection rounds are required to confirm their admission by paying the admission fee between July 21 and Aug 7. This is as per the official handbook of admission released by Panjab University for the academic year 2023. However, students are advised to reach out to the admission office of Panjab University and stay tuned to this page for all upcoming changes in the schedule. 

As per the internet, BA at PU is offered across Economics, History, Sociology and Psychology specialisation, among others. However, students must select the specialisation on the basis of their interest and past academic background and not on the basis of its popularity. While all these specialisations are offered at PU-affiliated colleges, students can pursue BA (Hons) and BA (Hons) in Economics courses from the main campus of Panjab University. Check out all BA specialisations at PUCHD here. 

For admission to BA course at Punjab University, applicants must have passed the Class 12 examination with relevant subjects from a recognised board. The duration of this course is three years and the same is offered across all the affiliated colleges of the University. Below mentioned are the BA subjects at Punjab University:
Economics Core Course 1: Introductory Microeconomics
Economics Core Course 3: Introductory Macroeconomics
Economics Core Course 2: Mathematical Methods
Economics Core Course 4: Mathematical Methods
for Economics-I for Economics-II
Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course
(AECC)-I ( Environment Studies)
Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course
(AECC)-II ( English Communication)
Generic Elective (GE) Course-I Generic Elective (GE )Course-III
Generic Elective (GE) Course-II Generic Elective (GE )Course-IVSemester-III Semester-IV
Economics Core Course 5 : Intermediate Microeconomics-I
Economics Core Course 8 : Intermediate Microeconomics-II
Economics Core Course 6 : Intermediate Macroeconomics-I
Economics Core Course 9 : Intermediate Macroeconomics- II
Economics Core Course 7 : Statistical Methods for Economics
Economics Core Course 10 : Introductory Econometrics
Skill Enhancement Course (SEC)-I Skill Enhancement Course (SEC)-II
Generic Elective(GE)Course-V Generic Elective(GE)Course-VI
Semester-V Semester-VI
Economics Core Course 11 : Indian Economy-I Economics Core Course 13 : Indian Economy-II
Economics Core Course 12 : Development
Economics-I
Economics Core Course 14 : Development
Economics-II
Discipline Specific Elective (DSE) Course-I Discipline Specific Elective (DSE) Course-III
Discipline Specific Elective (DSE) Course-II Discipline Specific Elective (DSE) Course-IV

The university did not mention Punjab University BA admission dates 2024, though the application forms had been published on the official website. The deadline to complete the application form at the Punjab University BA was July 2, 2024.

Punjab University offers scholarships to the BA programme students who are meritorious or who belong to particular categories. Punjab University BA scholarships are offered by the University, UGC as well as by various departments of the Government. PUCHD BA scholarships can be availed by minority category students, PwD category students, SC, OBC and Economically Backward class category students.

Candidates seeking BA or BA (Hons) course admission at Panjab University must have an aggregate of up to 60% in Class 12. This requirement is the minimum aggregate that is needed to pursue BA (Hons) in Economics or BA (Hons) from the campus of PU. However, for other PU-affiliated colleges offering numerous other specialisations, the requirement might also vary. For more details on the college-wise and Specialisation-wise eligibility requirements of BA at PU, candidates are advised to visit the official website of the affiliated college or contact their admission office.  

Panjab University BA course admission is merit-based for the academic year 2024. The University accepts the scores obtained by candidates in the Class 12 or equivalent examination. Therefore, Class 12 marks are enough for Panjab University BA admission.

Punjab University BA college comparison is based on the tuition fees and total seats. Given below is the comparison table for the both the Punjab University and GGSIPU and for their BA programme:

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

The tuition fees charged by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University for its BA programme is on the higher side but the University has smaller batch size as compared to Punjab University.