B.A. in Computer Application at Banasthali Vidyapith

If you are looking at B.A. in Computer Application, Banasthali Vidyapith in Jaipur runs it as a 3-year, full-time undergraduate course. The total fee on record is ₹2.17 lakh – ₹3.74 lakh, which works out to about ₹72,000 a year.

At its core, the programme covers programming, data structures and algorithms, databases, operating systems, computer networks and software engineering, with a steady diet of lab work and projects.

Banasthali Vidyapith is a other institute, founded in 1935. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Banasthali Vidyapith — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most BA programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations (mathematics, science and programming), the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means programming, data structures and algorithms, databases, operating systems, computer networks and software engineering, with a steady diet of lab work and projects. Typical first jobs: software developer, full-stack engineer, QA engineer or systems analyst. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask Banasthali Vidyapith for the current semester-wise plan.

Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to BA programmes at Banasthali Vidyapith as a group.

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Banasthali Vidyapith before you pay anything.

To be considered for B.A. in Computer Application, you usually need Class 12 from a recognised board.

Admission to this kind of course is usually on merit in the qualifying exam. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Banasthali Vidyapith's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above.
2. Keep your qualifying-exam marksheet ready; seats are filled on merit.
3. Apply to Banasthali Vidyapith on its website (www.banasthali.org) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

The latest placement figures on record (2022) show a median package of ₹7.5 lakh at Banasthali Vidyapith. 759 of 853 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.A. in Computer Application specifically, the average salary on record is ₹3.5 lakh a year.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Banasthali Vidyapith runs 16 BA specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• B.A. in Textile Designing
• B.A. in History
• B.A. in Economics
• B.A. in Drawing and Painting
• B.A. in English
• B.A. in Psychology
• B.A. in Sociology
• B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication
• B.A. in Home Science
• B.A. in Theatre Art
• B.A. in Music
• B.A. in Public Administration
• B.A. in Geography
• B.A. in Physical Education
• B.A. in Political Science

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in programming? You will spend 3 years on it.
• Can you manage ₹2.17 lakh – ₹3.74 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
• How does Banasthali Vidyapith compare with other colleges offering BA in and around Jaipur?