Patna University BA Admission 2023 is ongoing. The third merit list for UG Regular and Vocational programs has been released. Candidates who applied for admission can check the merit list through the official website – pup.ac.in. Counselling for candidates selected in the third merit list will be held on June 27, 27, and 28, 2023. Check: Patna University Admission 2023

Patna University provides Bachelor’s in Arts stream across various disciplines. The course is offered as a full-time regular course for students interested in gaining knowledge of the current and past world. Application forms for admissions are released online every year on the official institute website. BA course is offered for 3 consecutive years.

  • The basic eligibility is 10+2 in relevant disciplines from recognized universities or boards.
  • Selection to the course is based on merit list released by the university.

Patna University BA Important Dates 2023

Event Dates
Application Start Date May 20, 2023
Last date to apply June 05, 2023
Merit List June 08, 2023
Admission for the first merit list June 9 – June 13, 2023
Second Merit List June 16, 2023
Counselling for second merit list June 17,19, 20, and 21, 2023
Third Merit List June 24, 2023
Counselling for third merit list June 26, 27, and 28, 2023

Patna University BA Eligibility Criteria

Candidates interested in the BA program of Patna University should fulfil the below mentioned eligibility criteriAns.

  • Candidates should have completed their 10+2 from a recognized board or institute.
  • Candidates with IA/I.Sc/I.Com are also eligible to apply.
  • Applicants shall have an aggregate of 45% in the last qualifying exam.
  • For BA in Functional English, candidates must have studied English at intermediate or 10+2 level.
  • Candidates must also appear for and qualify the PUCET entrance exam.

Patna University BA Admission Guidelines

Patna University provides admissions to BA programs on the basis of university level entrance conducted, called Patna University Common Entrance Test. Candidate’s performance in the last qualifying examinations is also evaluated. 

  • PUCET entrance comprises mainly general knowledge, reasoning and aptitude sections.
  • There are a total of 100 questions related to all major subjects of Humanities and Social Science.
  • The university releases merit lists and eligible candidates will then have to appear for counselling rounds on the prescribed date and venue.

How to Apply?

Below mentioned are the steps to be followed for application process:

  1. Visit the official page of Patna University and click on “Admission”.
  2. Applicants will have to proceed with “online registration”.
  3. Applicants will be redirected to the next page for filling in basic details.
  4. Applicants fill in their academic and personal details and upload your photograph and signatures in the portal.
  5. After completing all the steps click on “submit”.
  6. Proceed to pay the fees and take a print out of the application form and fees receipt for future references.

Documents Required during Counseling Rounds:

  • 10th and 12th marksheet
  • PUCET Scorecard
  • Fee receipt
  • Caste certificate (if needed)
  • Migration certificate
  • PwD certificate (if needed)
  • Birth ID proof

Read More: Patna University Admission

Patna University BA Course Details

Patna University provides BA program in below mentioned specializations:

S.No Specializations
1 Honors
2 Mathematics
3 Statistics
4 Hindi
5 English
6 Sanskrit
7 Urdu
8 Maithili
9 Persian
10 Music
11 Philosophy
12 Home Science
13 History
14 Sociology
15 Political Science
16 Economics
17 Psychology
18 Geography
19 Ancient Indian History & Archaeology
20 Advertising, Sales Promotion & Sales Management
21 Computer Applications
22 Communicative English
23 Functional English
24 Social Work

Course Structure: BA program is provided for a minimum duration of 3 years which is further divided into 6 semesters. Each academic year comprises two semesters and is a credit based course. Each course of CBCS contains Course Core (CC), Generic Elective Course (GE), Discipline-Specific Elective Course (DSE), Skill/ Ability Enhancement Course (SEC), and Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course (AECC). Skill enhancement courses (SEC) have to be chosen in semester III and Semester IV.

Evaluation: Evaluation of students is done on the basis of candidate’s performance in both internal assessments and end semester examinations conducted in each semester. Many quizzes, assignments, viva-voce, practical examinations also contribute majorly in the evaluation process. The final CGPA will be decided on the performance of the students in semester courses/ papers. The GE, AECC and SEC courses/ papers will be qualifying papers and students have to score 45% marks on these papers.

Attendance: Students are required to maintain a minimum attendance of 75% in each semester in order to be eligible for promotion to next semesters. Students are required to attend all the theoretical and practical classes and maintain their attendance in both separately. Students without minimum required attendance will not be allowed to appear for end semester examinations. 

Patna University BA FAQs

Ques. If I score more than 80% in my 12th board exam, will I be eligible for direct admissions to BA courses of Patna University?

Ans. The university does not provide direct admissions to BA programs. Appearing and qualifying the PUCET entrance exam is mandatory for admissions to BA courses at Patna University. However, performance of candidates in their last qualifying examinations is also considered as candidates below 45% aggregate marks are not eligible to apply for the program.

Ques. What are some of the facilities provided by Patna University for BA students?

Ans. Patna University provides many infrastructural and academic facilities to the students. Few of them are:

  • University press
  • University guest house
  • Central library
  • Yoga center
  • Dispensary
  • Computer center
  • Well furnished classrooms
  • Laboratories and Workshops
  • Conference Rooms, Seminar Halls and Auditorium

Ques. What will be the pattern of PUCET entrance exam if I want to take admissions to BA in Computer Applications at Patna University?

Ans. Patna University Common Entrance Test is the university level entrance test conducted for admissions to various UG programs. PUCET entrance exam for BA in Computer Applications will comprise General Aptitude and Reasoning sections of 20 marks. Another section will be English Proficiency and Mathematics Section comprising 20 marks and 35 marks respectively. Arts: Eco, Comp. section will comprise 20 marks whereas General Knowledge will comprise 5 marks. The Interview will comprise additional 20 marks making the entrance exam of 120 marks. Time duration will be 2 hours and the questions will be Multiple Choice Type (MCQs).

Ques.Can I get admitted to Patna University BA Program directly?

Ans. No, one has to qualify Patna University Common Entrance Test to be admitted to Patna University BA program. The university does not offer direct admissions as of now. Selections are based on PUCET scores.

Ques. What will be the pattern of Patna University Common Entrance Test for BA in Social Work?

Ans. Following are the sections along with their weightage in the entrance test:

  • General Aptitude and Reasoning: 20 Marks
  • English Language Proficiency: 15 Marks
  • Hindi Proficiency: 15 Marks 
  • General Science (10th level): 10 Marks 
  • History, Political Science, Geography, Sociology, Psychology, Computers: 40 Marks
  • Interview: 20 Marks