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B.A. (Hons.) in Philosophy 

  • B+ NAAC accredited
  • Public/Government University
  • Estd. 1921
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B.A. (Hons.) in Philosophy
 at 
Visva Bharati University 
Overview

Total Tuition Fees

Duration

3 years

Course Level

UG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

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Seat breakup

50

Type of University

Public/Government

B.A. (Hons.) in Philosophy
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Visva Bharati University 
Fees

Fee componentsAmount (3 years)
2,520
4,000
6,520
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B.A. (Hons.) in Philosophy
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   Are there any govt. job opportunities that I can seek after completing BA course from Visva Bharati University?
A: 

In recent times, a government job is more preferable to a private job. Most of the time government job aspirants pursue the BA courses to excel in the particular field. Some of the options are:-

  • Civil Service
  • State Civil Service
  • Banking Sector 
  • SSC Exam 
  • Railways 
  • Teaching Jobs
  • Defense Service 
  • Public Service Undertaking 
  • Translators 
  • Interpreters
 
 
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Q:   What is the eligibility for BA at Visva Bharati University?
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The eligibility criteria for each BA specialisation available at Visva Bharati University are different. The primary eligibility criteria that are common for all BA courses are candidates must qualify for Class 12 with an aggregate of 50% to 75%. Candidates have to score well in the subject they want to specialise in. Visva Bharati University offers 18 specialisations in three-year BA courses and four specialisations in the four-year BA (Hons.) programme. To check the specific eligibility criteria, refer to the table mentioned above in the eligibility and highlights section. 

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Q:   How many specialisations are offered under BA at Visva Bharati University?
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Visva Bharati University offers BA three-year programme across 18 specialisations and four specialsiations in BA four-year programem via its Bhasha- Bhavana (Institute of Languages, Literature and Culture), Vidya Bhavana (Institute of Humanities & Social Sciences), Palli Samgathana Vibhaga (Institute of Rural Reconstruction) and Vinaya Bhavana (Institute of Education).

Check the names of the BA specialisations available at Visva Bharati University, from the table mentioned below: 

BA Hons Specialisations

Bengali

English

Sanskrit

Hindi

Odia

Santali

Philosophy

Economics

History

A.I.H.C. & A.

Comparative Religion

Geography

Japanese

- French

- German

- Italian

- Russian

Indo Tibetian

Persian

Indo Tibetian

Chinese

Japanese

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Q:   Who are the top recruiters for BA graduates at Visva Bharati University?
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According to the Shiksha verified reviews of students and alumni of BA courses ar VBU, claimed that mostly the students who have completed their degree in foreign languages are likely to get good placements, some of the names of the companies mentioned in their reviews are:

  • Amazon
  • Flipkart 
  • TCS
  • Accenture
  • Shraddha Classes
  • Teachers, and professors
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Q:   What is the last date to apply for BA admission at Visva Bharati University?
A: 

To apply for admission in the BA course at VBU, candidates must wait for the next academic year. Admissions for 2024 are closed now and the last date was in July. 

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B.A. (Hons.) in Philosophy
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Students Ratings & Reviews

3.8/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements1.5
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course5
Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.5
Money Review IconValue for Money4
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B.A. (Hons.) in Philosophy - Batch of 2025
3.6
1Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
I'm satisfied with the faculty, the facilities are very helpful.
Placements: I'm giving 1/5 Because there is no placement in my course. In philosophy, there is no placement. The overall placement percentage at Viva-Bharati University varies by program. For instance, in 2022, the placement rate for 4-year undergraduate (UG) programs was 45%, while 3-year UG programs had an 11% placement rate. Two-year postgraduate (PG) programs saw a 27% placement rate.
Infrastructure: Facilities are good. They provide Wi-Fi, a hospital, a library, computer labs, etc. The quality of food is not up to the mark. Medical facilities are good. They are very much focused on sports. There is a separate department for sports. They organise inter-department games also.
Faculty: Teachers are very helpful. They teach very well. Their personalities reflect knowledge. I'm satisfied with the quality of my teaching. Semester exams seem very difficult. The pass percentage is 40%. Students have so much backlogs.
Other: I'm currently in the last semester, I'm pursuing a bachelor's degree in philosophy. I choose this course out of interest. This course allows you to understand the world.
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This university is known for its roots.
Placements: Talking about placements, most of the placements are for foreign language students. They got placed with a good package. Other than this. there are placements in humanities courses also but they are not that much. In philosophy this year, Azim Premji Foundation provided placements for master's students. Only 5 -10% of a placement rate is there. The package is about 3 LPA. There is no scope of internship to date.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure facility is very good. There is 24/7 Wi-Fi available for students in their hostel. There are many libraries. The philosophy department has its library whereas there is a central library too with high-speed internet. Classrooms are very good. There is a hospital too for the students and people around. Students are not charged for checkups. Other than these, you will find a gym, a canteen, and a place for playing games too. Hostels have their kitchens.
Faculty: Teachers are highly qualified, knowledgeable, and helpful. Not all courses make you industry-ready. There are departments such as CS foreign language that make you industry-ready. The semester exams are very tough. One has to study very well to pass the exams. Marks should be above 40%.
Other: If you are from West Bengal, you will surely get scholarships. There are events beyond the department. One must explore Viva Bharati and learn a lot of things.
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Students also asked

Q:   What is the placement rate recorded during Visva Bharati University placements?
A: 

The placement percentage is yet to be released. The key highlights of the UG and PG placements 2024 basis on the total number of students placed and median package offered are tabulated below:

Particulars

UG 4 Year Statistics (2024)

PG 2 Year Statistics (2024)

Median Salary

INR 5.25 LPA

INR 6.2 LPA

Total Students Graduated

191

918

Total Students Placed

9

106

Students Opted for Higher Studies

75

77

Note: The above-mentioned data has been taken form the Visva Bharati University Sciences NIRF report 2025.

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Q:   Is CUET exam registration open?
A: 

Yes, Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2026 registration commenced at cuet.nta.nic.in. NTA released the CUET 2026 notification on January 03 and reopened the window on February 23. Soon after the release of the CUET official notification, the CUET registration 2026 process commenced online at the official website. Candidates willing to appear for the CUET 2026 exam must have completed complete the application form online. Additionally, before filling application form, candidates must make sure that they have fulfilled the prescribed CUET eligibility criteria to qualify for the entrance exam.

Q:   What is the admission criteria of Visva Bharati University?
A: 

For Visva Bharati University admissions to various UG & PG courses, candidates have to fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria, followed by the other selection rounds. Find below the course-wise eligibility and selection criteria related to Visva Bharati University course admissions 2025:

Course NameEligibilitySelection Criteria
BScClass 12 with 50%CUET
BAClass 12 with 45%CUET
MScGraduation with 45%ICAR AIEEA, CUET-PG
MAGraduation with 45%CUET PG
UG DiplomaClass 12CUET
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Q:   What is Visva Bharati University famous for?
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Rabindranath Tagore founded Viva Bharati University, which is a central research university and an Institute of National Importance in West Bengal, India. It embodies the Tagorean idea of the development of the full person. The University is granted the designation of a unitary, residential, and academic institution. Viva Bharati University is approved by UGC and is accredited by NAAC with a B grade. Viva Bharati University has been ranked 98 among the top 100 universities in India by NIRF 2022. The courses offered by the Institute are B.A. M.A. BFA B. Des B.Sc. MSW and many more. The mode of admission to the Institute is CUET or other entrance exams. There are 12 institutes that offer undergraduate, graduate, master's, and doctoral programmes.
Q:   How do I get admission to Visva Bharati University?
A: 

Admission to the UG programmes will be done through the entrance test called CUET in Visva Bharati University, and admissions to postgraduate programmes will be done on the performance of the candidates in the entrance examination. Given below is the application process for the Visva Bharati University West Bengal for the year 2024:

  • Candidates who are interested in applying at the Visva Bharati University, West Bengal should visit the online application system of the Visva Bharati University, West Bengal which is visvabharatiadmission.samarth.edu.in
  • Candidates can fill out the application form
  • Candidates are then required to upload the latest scanned passport–size photo and their signature
  • Then, candidates are required to pay the application fees
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Placements

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Median SalaryINR 4.00 Lakh
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Apr 30, 2026
CUET UG 2026 Intimation SlipTentative
May 8, 2026
CUET UG 2026 Admit CardTentative
May 11 - 31, 2026
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