B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at NEHU: overview

B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at NEHU in Shillong, Meghalaya is a 3-year undergraduate programme. Each year's batch has 180 seats.

NEHU is a other institute, founded in 1973. This page brings together what is on record for this course at NEHU — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

B.A. (Hons.) in Arts fees at NEHU

NEHU has not published a fee for B.A. (Hons.) in Arts on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 3 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

B.A. (Hons.) in Arts eligibility

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

How to get admission to B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at NEHU

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 NEHU on its website (nehu.ac.in) 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 Arts placements at NEHU

Going by the latest placement record (2024) show a highest package of ₹10.8 lakh at NEHU. 22 students were placed that year. 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 NEHU

Is B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at NEHU right for you?

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

  • Do the subjects of B.A. (Hons.) in Arts genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
  • Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
  • How does NEHU compare with other colleges offering BA in and around Shillong?

B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at NEHU: FAQs

How long is B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at NEHU?

B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at NEHU Shillong is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

How many seats are there in B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at NEHU?

NEHU Shillong has 180 seats in B.A. (Hons.) in Arts each year.

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

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 NEHU?

In 2024, NEHU recorded a highest package of ₹10.8 lakh. These are college-wide figures.

Which other BA specialisations does NEHU offer?

Besides B.A. (Hons.) in Arts, NEHU offers B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science, B.A. (Hons.) in Geography, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelors of Arts (B.A.), B.A. (Hons.) in English, B.A. (Economics, History, Political Science) and Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons.).

Is NEHU a government or private college?

NEHU Shillong is a other institute, founded in 1973, located in Shillong, Meghalaya.