Pune University BA admission 2023 is open now. The last date to apply for BA admission with late fee has been extended to June 20, 2023. Interested candidates can apply online on the official website – unipune.ac.in. Admissions to the program are based on the SPPU OEE (Online Entrance Examination). The OEE 2023 will be held on June 25, 2023. Check SPPU Admission 2023

Pune University BA Eligibility Criteria

Interested candidates must possess a minimum of 50% aggregate marks for open category and a minimum of 45% for reserved categories in 10+2 examination.

Course  Specializations Eligibility 
BA Mental, Moral and Social Science 10+2 or HSC with English as a compulsory passing subject or three years Diploma after SSC or Diploma in Education with English or Trained Teacher Certificate Course
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Performing Arts 10+2 examination or equivalent Arts (Music, Drama, Dance) examination with English with 45% marks in CET
Fine Arts 10+2 examination or equivalent with English

Pune University BA Admission Dates 2023

Events Date
Application Form Release May 10, 2023
Last date of filling online application June 10, 2023
Last date of filling online application with late fees June 20, 2023
OEE 2023 Exam June 25, 2023
OEE Exam Result  To be Notified
OEE Counseling To be Notified
Commencement of Course To be Notified

Pune University BA Admission Guidelines

The University holds an entrance cum performance examination for BA program admission every year. The students are selected based on the cumulative entrance and board scores. 

Steps to apply for the BA program at Savitribai Phule Pune University

  • Visit the official website of the University.
  • Click on the Admission Tab.
  • Select the course i.e., UG Admissions.
  • Click on the desired department course and specialization.
  • You will be redirected to the login page.
  • New users Signup, others can log in by entering Username and Password.
  • Click on ‘New Application’.
  • Fill the applications with legit information.
  • Upload your recent photograph.
  • Click on ‘Save and Proceed’.
  • Pay the application fee via Challan.
  • Get the Application and a copy of the university challan copy printed.

Read more: SPPU Admission 

Pune University BA Course Details

The syllabus for some of the top specializations under various departments is mentioned below:

English

Semester Courses
Semester I
  • Orientation 
  • Remedial Grammar
  • Language Skills
Semester II
  • Introduction to English Phonology
  • Writing Skills
  • Information Transfer
Semester III
  • Prose
  • Poetry
  • Grammar
  • Vocabulary
  • Soft Skills
Semester IV
  • Prose
  • Poetry
  • Grammar
  • Vocabulary
  • Soft Skills

Read more:  English Syllabus

German 

Semester Basic Courses
Semester I
  • German General 1: Basic Course (for those without any prior knowledge)
Semester II
  • German General 2: Basic Course (for those without any prior knowledge)
Semester Advanced Courses
Semester I
  • German General 1: Advanced Course (for students with prior knowledge of German)
Semester II
  • German General 2: Advanced Course (for students with prior knowledge of German)
Semester III
  • GR11: Literature of 19th Century
  • GR12: Literary Criticism Part II 
Semester IV
  • GR17: Literature of 20th Century
  • GR18: A Short Dissertation

Read more:  German Syllabus

Arabic 

Semester Courses
Semester I
  • Prose 
  • Poetry
  • Grammar 
Semester II
  • Short History of Arabic Literature
  • Prose
  • Translation: Arabic-English-Arabic
Semester III
  • Unit I- Classical Prose
  • Unit II- Modern Prose
  • Unit III- Poetry
Semester IV
  • Unit I- Grammar
  • Unit II- Translation

Read more:  Arabic Syllabus

Persian 

Semester Courses
Semester I
  • Poetry 
  • Figures of Speech
Semester II
  • Prose 
  • Literary History
Semester III
  • Unit I- Poetry
  • Unit II- Rhetorics and Figure of Speech 
Semester IV
  • Unit I- Prose
  • Unit II- Modern Prose Terms

Read more:  Persian Syllabus

Psychology 

Semester Courses
Semester I
  • Foundation of Psychology
Semester II
  • Introduction of Social Psychology
Semester III
  • Psychology of Abnormal Behaviour-1
  • Development of Psychology
  • Health Psychology
  • Health Promotion Life Skills 
Semester IV
  • Psychology of Abnormal Behaviour-2
  • Theories of Personality
  • Positive Psychology
  • Basic Counselling Skills

Read more:  Psychology Syllabus

Philosophy 

Semester Courses
Semester I Introduction to Philosophy
Semester II Themes and Issues in Philosophy
Semester III Philosophy of Indian Saints
Semester IV Introduction to Applied Ethics

Read more:  Philosophy Syllabus

Economics

Semester Courses
Semester I
  • Introduction
  • Agricultural Environment
  • Industrial Environment
Semester II
  • Service Sector Environment
  • Banking Environment
  • Overview of Indian Economy
Semester III
  • Micro-economics-I
  • Macro-economic-I
  • Financial System-I
  • Basic Concept of Research Methodology-I
Semester IV
  • Micro-economics-II
  • Macro-economic-II
  • Financial System-II
  • Basic Concept of Research Methodology-II

Read more:  Economics Syllabus

Political Science

Semester Courses
Semester I
  • Making of the Indian Constitution
  • Fundamental Rights, Duties and Directive Principles
  • Federalism
  • Constitutional Amendments: Scope and Limitations
Semester II
  • Legislature
  • Executive
  • Judiciary
  • Electoral System
Semester III
  • The Study of Political Science
  • Approaches to Study Political Science
  • Basic Concepts
  • Democracy
Semester IV
  • Basic Political Values
  • Rights
  • Ideologies
  • International Organization

Read more:  Pune University Syllabus

Pune University BA Fee Structure

Year  1st year 2nd year 3rd year
Tuition fees  26,090  26,090  26,090
Total Year wise  26,090  26,090  26,090

Read more:  SPPU Fees 

Pune University BA Placement

The university has a placement cell which devotedly works to guide students in building up a career and also for internships. The highest package offered 7.4 Lakhs per annum and a minimum of 2.5 Lakhs per annum. Some reputed companies which visit the college every year are Amazon, Cognizant, Symantec, etc.

Read more:  SPPU Placement

Pune University BA FAQs

Ques. How is BA at Pune University?

Ans. BA in Pune University has great placement and faculty members. The courses and syllabus for the BA program are full of theoretical as well as practical knowledge. Classroom lectures are very beneficial for students. BA students also get internship opportunities from the University. 

Ques. What is the reservation criterion for the BA program at Pune University?

Ans. As per Maharashtra Government rule:

  • SC/ST/OBC & DTNT have 50% of seats reserved.
  • Physically handicapped students have 3% of seats reserved.
  • Children of Defense Personnel have 5% of seats reserved.
  • Female candidates have 30% of seats reserved for Graduate courses.

Ques. What is the selection process for admission to performing arts at Pune University?

Ans. Candidates are selected based on the entrance test and a Performance test/ Audition conducted by the Center for Performing Arts.

Ques. Does Pune University offer scholarships to BA students?

Ans. Yes, the university offers various scholarships to students based on many different categories. There are scholarships for physically handicapped students, EBC, Minority, Post Matric Scholarships, etc. 

Ques. How are the faculties at Pune University?

Ans. The faculties of BA are highly educated, qualified, and well-experienced to deliver quality education