B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at NOU: overview

B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at NOU in Bihar - Other, Bihar is a 3-year undergraduate programme. The total fee on record is ₹9,600, which works out to about ₹3,000 a year.

NOU is a other institute, founded in 1987. This page brings together what is on record for this course at NOU — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology fees at NOU

This is what the course costs, as recorded. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹9,600
Approximate cost per year₹3,000

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

B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology eligibility

For admission to B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology, 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 NOU's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at NOU

The admission process usually runs like this:

  1. Check that you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Keep your qualifying-exam marksheet ready; seats are filled on merit.
  3. Apply to NOU on its website (www.nalandaopenuniversity.com) 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.

B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology placements at NOU

Going by the latest placement record (2024) show an average package of ₹5 lakh and a highest package of ₹10 lakh at NOU. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

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

Other BA specialisations at NOU

Is B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at NOU right for you?

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

  • Do the subjects of B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • Can you manage ₹9,600 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 NOU compare with other colleges offering BA in and around Bihar - Other?

B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at NOU: FAQs

What is the fee for B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at NOU?

The total fee on record for B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at NOU is ₹9,600, about ₹3,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at NOU?

B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at NOU is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

What is the eligibility for B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology?

You usually need Class 12 from a recognised board. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.

What are the placements like at NOU?

In 2024, NOU recorded an average package of ₹5 lakh and a highest package of ₹10 lakh. These are college-wide figures.

Which other BA specialisations does NOU offer?

Besides B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology, NOU offers B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science, B.A. (Hons.) in Geography, B.A. (Hons.) in Hindi, B.A. (Hons.) in History, B.A. (Hons.) in Economics, B.A. (Hons.) in Social Work, DIscontinued (May 2022)-B.A. (Hons) in Statistics. and B.A. (Hons) in Public Administration and 5 more.

Is NOU a government or private college?

NOU is a other institute, founded in 1987, located in Bihar - Other, Bihar.