B.A.(Hons) in History at Cotton University: overview
Cotton University, Guwahati, Assam, offers B.A.(Hons) in History as a 3-4 year undergraduate degree. There are 40 seats in each batch. The total fee on record is ₹21,150 – ₹36,850.
Cotton University is a public/government institute, founded in 1901. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Cotton University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.
B.A.(Hons) in History fees at Cotton University
The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to BA programmes at Cotton University as a group.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total course fee | ₹21,150 – ₹36,850 |
| Tuition fee | ₹3,600 – ₹19,300 |
| Hostel fee | ₹9,650 |
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Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Cotton University before you pay anything.
B.A.(Hons) in History eligibility
To get into B.A.(Hons) in History, you usually need Class 12 from a recognised board. The minimum marks on record at Cotton University are: X: 0.0, XII: 60.0, Graduation: 0.0.
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 Cotton University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.
How to get admission to B.A.(Hons) in History at Cotton University
In most years, admission follows these steps:
- Check that you meet the eligibility above.
- Keep your qualifying-exam marksheet ready; seats are filled on merit.
- Apply to Cotton University on its website (cottonuniversity.ac.in/index) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
- Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.
Other BA specialisations at Cotton University
Cotton University runs 18 BA specialisations in all. If this one is not quite right, compare it with:
- B.A.(Hons) in Economics
- B.A.(Hons) in English
- B.A.(Hons) in Arabic
- B.A.(Hons) in Sanskrit
- B.A.(Hons) in Persian
- B.A. in Bengali (Hons.)
- B.A.(Hons) in Psychology
- B.A.(Hons) in Hindi
- B.A.(Hons) in Assamese
- B.A.(Hons) in Philosophy
- B.A.(Hons) in Anthropology
- B.A.(Hons) in Education
- B.A.(Hons) in Mass Communication & Journalism
- B.A.(Hons) in Sociology
- B.A.(Hons) in Political Science
- B.A. (Hons) in Bodo
- B.A. in Liberal Arts
Is B.A.(Hons) in History at Cotton University right for you?
Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:
- Do the subjects of B.A.(Hons) in History genuinely interest you? You will spend 3-4 years on them.
- Can you manage ₹21,150 – ₹36,850 over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
- What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
- How does Cotton University compare with other colleges offering BA in and around Guwahati?
B.A.(Hons) in History at Cotton University: FAQs
What is the fee for B.A.(Hons) in History at Cotton University?
The total fee on record for B.A.(Hons) in History at Cotton University is ₹21,150 – ₹36,850. Hostel and other charges may be extra.
How long is B.A.(Hons) in History at Cotton University?
B.A.(Hons) in History at Cotton University is a 3-4 year full-time undergraduate course.
How many seats are there in B.A.(Hons) in History at Cotton University?
Cotton University has 40 seats in B.A.(Hons) in History each year.
What is the eligibility for B.A.(Hons) in History?
You usually need Class 12 from a recognised board. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.
Which other BA specialisations does Cotton University offer?
Besides B.A.(Hons) in History, Cotton University offers B.A.(Hons) in Economics, B.A.(Hons) in English, B.A.(Hons) in Arabic, B.A.(Hons) in Sanskrit, B.A.(Hons) in Persian, B.A. in Bengali (Hons.), B.A.(Hons) in Psychology and B.A.(Hons) in Hindi and 9 more.
Is Cotton University a government or private college?
Cotton University is a public/government institute, founded in 1901, located in Guwahati, Assam.