B.A. (Hons.) in Social Work at NOU: overview

NOU, Bihar - Other, Bihar, offers B.A. (Hons.) in Social Work as a 3-year undergraduate degree. 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 Social Work fees at NOU

The fee figures on record for this course are below. 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 Social Work eligibility

To get into B.A. (Hons.) in Social Work, 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 Social Work at NOU

In most years, admission follows these steps:

  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 Social Work placements at NOU

The most recent placement data we hold (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 Social Work at NOU right for you?

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

  • Do the subjects of B.A. (Hons.) in Social Work 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 Social Work at NOU: FAQs

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

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

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

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

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

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 Social Work, 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, DIscontinued (May 2022)-B.A. (Hons) in Statistics., B.A. (Hons) in Public Administration and B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology and 5 more.

Is NOU a government or private college?

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