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Patna University BA Courses & Fee 2025: Admission, Eligibility & Seats

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Patna University BA Eligibility & Highlights 2025

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Total Tuition Fees 31.5K
Median Package 3.7L - 4.5L
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  • CBSE 12th
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  • 10+2 score55%
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    Q:   What is the selection criteria for Patna University BA?
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    If a candidate has a minimum aggregate of 45% in Class 12 then they are eligible for admission in Patna University BA programme. Candidates are selected on the basis of the merit secured in their Class 12 exam. Patna University provides BA admission in its main campus as well as through multiple affiliated colleges. Therefore, candidates have multiple colleges if they want to apply for BA admission at the university and each college has a different cutoff.

    Q:   What is the first step for admission into BA at Patna University?
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    The first step for admission into Patna University BA is to complete one's Class 12 examination as admission into Patna University BA takes place after the completion of these exams. Only after getting a minimum aggregate of 45% in Class 12 can a candidate be eligible for admission into the programme.

    After a candidate has appeared for the Class 12 exams, they can apply for admission into the programme. Candidates will have to choose their desired specialisation and the affiliated colleges that they want to study in.

    Q:   What factors are considered by Patna University while shortlisting candidates for BA admissions?
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    Patna University conducts BA admissions through the Class 12 exams. To gain admission into the programme candidates are required to have a minimum aggregate of 45% in the Class 12 exams. Only factor necessary for admission are the Class 12 score There are no screening rounds for admission in Patna University BA. Therefore, candidates should focus on giving their best during their Class 12 board exams to secure admission into the programme.

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    Patna University BA Admission Dates 2025

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    12 Jul '25 - 14 Jul '25
    B.A. Spot Round Merit list- Counselling, Document verification, and admission process
    8 Jul '25
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    Q:   Does Patna University offer BA in distance learning mode?
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    Yes, Patna University offers its BA programme in distance learning mode. Through Directorate of Distance Education (DDE) the university provides 30 seats for its BA programme. Candidates can make use of the distance learning mode if they are currently working and cannot commit certain hours to the programme. The programme is usually offered in full-time offline mode and candidates have to appear in their respective colleges for attendance and evaluation.

    Patna University BA Admission 2025: How to Apply?

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    Q:   What is the admission process in Patna University BA?
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    BA admissions at Patna University take place through merit secured in Class 12 exams. Candidates can follow the mentioned steps to apply for admission at the programme:

    1. Apply for Patna University BA Admission
    2. Wait for the selection process
    3. Complete the document verification
    4. Pay some amount of the tution fee.
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    Patna University BA Curriculum 2025

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    Q:   How many BA seats are available at Patna University?
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    Patna University provides 1,202 seats in its BA programme. These seats are provided across various specialisations and across affiliated colleges of the university. Bihar National College offers the most amount of seats for the BA programme with 600 seats. The  university also provides a distance learning BA programme which allocates 30 seats for students who want to take admission through distance learning mode.

    Q:   Does Patna University provide reservation for BA students?
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    Yes, Patna University reserves seats for different categories for BA programmes, the reservation categories typically include SC (Scheduled Castes), ST (Scheduled Tribes), OBC (Other Backward Classes), and EWS (Economically Weaker Sections). There is also relaxation for physically handicapped candidates. Candidates can have a look at the university website to get an idea of the correct percentages of seats reserved for these categories.

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    Q:   How are placements for Patna University BA?
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    The university hasn't released its data for 2024 placements but according to NIRF report for 2024, 120 UG (3-year) students were placed during Patna University placements in 2023. The median package for UG (3-year) courses stood at INR 3.50 LPA. Therefore, a decent student can have a net positive return on investment at the university given the tuition fees of the BA programme is INR 31,500.

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    Q:   Which university out of Patna University, Magadh University and TMBU offers the most number of courses for BA?
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    If we compare the three universities based on BA courses offered we will see that, Magadh University offers the most amount of BA courses. Patna University offers only 66 seats in its BA programme but Magadh University provides 360 BA courses. This is due to the fact that Magadh University has more affiliated colleges for the BA programme than Patna University. If we look at TMBU, the university also provides 300 seats for its BA programme.

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    Faculty: Its the top college of Patna in B.A. You should not miss any opportunity to enroll in college. Faculty were very supportive and regular exams were held. Finals were not difficult you can get good grades comfortably.
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    Patna University BA FAQs 2025

    Q:   Can one with 60% in Class 12 get admission in Patna University?
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    Yes, candidates with 60% aggregate in Class 12 can easily get admission in Patna University provided they fulfil the selection requirements. Such aspirants can apply for any of the UG courses. For UG courses, candidates are required to qualify Patna University Common Entrance Exam along with fulfiling the eligibility criteria. The entrance exam is conducted in offline mode i.e. pen and paper test. The state-level entrance exam duration of PUCET is for two hours.

    Q:   When does Patna University BA admissions start?
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    Patna University BA admission start after Class 12 exams of recognised boards end. Candidates who want to apply for admission at the university can apply after they have given their Class 12 exams. There are no additional entrance exams necessary for admission into the programme, once Class 12 results are out candidates are provided with provisional admission at the university. Candidates have to pay some amount of the tuition fees to finalise their admission.

    Q:   Can I get admission to BA at Patna University with 80% percentage?
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    Yes, candidates can get into Patna University BA with a 80% aggregate score in their Class 12. Patna University admission takes place through the merit secured in Class 12 exams and the minimum eligibility criteria for admission in the BA programme at the university is 45% in Class 12. The university has multiple affiliated colleges offering admission in the BA programme. Candidates can apply for multiple colleges in the university and wait for selection. Candidates with 80% in Class 12 will be able to get admission in one of the affiliated colleges of the university.

    Q:   How can I get admission in Patna University BA?
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    Patna University BA admission take place through the merit secured in Class 12 examinations. Candidates appearing for their Class 12 board exams can apply for admission into the programme once they have appeared for the exam. Once the results of the exams are announced candidates are provided with provisional admission. Admission is only finalised when the candidate has done the document verification and some amount of the tuition fee is paid.

    Q:   Is it tough to get into Patna University BA?
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    No, it is not tough to get into the BA programme at Patna University, as the admission is through the merit secured in Class 12 exams. In addition to that Patna University has multiple affiliated colleges that provide admission in the BA programme. Therefore, candidates taking admission into the university or any affiliated college will be eligible for admission if they have secured atleast 45% in their Class 12.

    Q:   When does the new academic session start for Patna University BA?
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    Patna University starts its new academic session in July for its BA programme. All the admission formalities end in June and the new academic session starts shortly afterwards. Candidates who want to take admission into the BA programme at the university should make sure they have applied after they have appeared for their Class 12 examinations and complete the admission formalities by June once they get selected.

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