B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at Panjab University: overview

B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at Panjab University in Chandigarh, Punjab is a 3-year undergraduate programme in the Bachelor of arts honours family.

Panjab University is a other institute, founded in 1882. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Panjab University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology fees at Panjab University

Panjab University has not published a fee for B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology 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 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 Panjab University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

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

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 Panjab University on its website (puchd.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 Psychology placements at Panjab University

Going by the latest placement record (2023) show a placement rate of 96.29%, an average package of ₹10.13 lakh, a median package of ₹4.5 lakh and a highest package of ₹53.06 lakh at Panjab University. 87 of 277 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology specifically, the average salary on record is ₹10 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.

Other BAH specialisations at Panjab University

Panjab University runs 2 BAH specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

Is B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at Panjab University 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.
  • 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 Panjab University compare with other colleges offering BAH in and around Chandigarh?

B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at Panjab University: FAQs

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

B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology at Panjab University (PU CHD) 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 Panjab University?

In 2023, Panjab University recorded a placement rate of 96.29%, an average package of ₹10.13 lakh and a highest package of ₹53.06 lakh. These are college-wide figures.

Which other BAH specialisations does Panjab University offer?

Besides B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology, Panjab University offers B.A. (Hons.) in English.

Is Panjab University a government or private college?

Panjab University (PU CHD) is a other institute, founded in 1882, located in Chandigarh, Punjab.