B.A. (Hons.) in History at Patna University: overview
B.A. (Hons.) in History at Patna University in Patna, Bihar is a 3-year undergraduate programme. Each year's batch has 85 seats. The total fee on record is ₹31,500.
Patna University is a other institute, founded in 1917. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Patna University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.
B.A. (Hons.) in History fees at Patna University
This is what the course costs, as recorded. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to BA programmes at Patna University as a group.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total course fee | ₹31,500 |
| Tuition fee | ₹31,500 |
Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Patna University before you pay anything.
B.A. (Hons.) in History eligibility
For admission to B.A. (Hons.) in History, 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 Patna University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.
How to get admission to B.A. (Hons.) in History at Patna University
The admission process usually runs like this:
- Check that you meet the eligibility above.
- Keep your qualifying-exam marksheet ready; seats are filled on merit.
- Apply to Patna University on its website (pup.ac.in) 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.
B.A. (Hons.) in History placements at Patna University
Going by the latest placement record (2023) show a median package of ₹3.6 lakh at Patna University. 120 of 6,000 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 Patna University
Patna University runs 12 BA specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:
Is B.A. (Hons.) in History at Patna University right for you?
A few questions worth answering before you apply:
- Do the subjects of B.A. (Hons.) in History genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
- Can you manage ₹31,500 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 Patna University compare with other colleges offering BA in and around Patna?
B.A. (Hons.) in History at Patna University: FAQs
What is the fee for B.A. (Hons.) in History at Patna University?
The total fee on record for B.A. (Hons.) in History at Patna University is ₹31,500. Hostel and other charges may be extra.
How long is B.A. (Hons.) in History at Patna University?
B.A. (Hons.) in History at Patna University is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.
How many seats are there in B.A. (Hons.) in History at Patna University?
Patna University has 85 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 Patna University offer?
Besides B.A. (Hons.) in History, Patna University offers B.A. (Hons.) in Economics, B.A (Hons.) in History, B.A. (Hons.) in English, B.A. (Hons.) in Geography, B.A. (Hons.) in English, B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science, B.A. (Hons.) in Economics and B.A.(Hons.) in Geography and 3 more.
Is Patna University a government or private college?
Patna University is a other institute, founded in 1917, located in Patna, Bihar.