B.A. in Geography at Sikkim University: overview

Sikkim University, Gangtok, Sikkim, offers B.A. in Geography as a 3-year undergraduate degree. There are 60 seats in each batch. The total fee on record is ₹9,190 – ₹14,600, which works out to about ₹3,000 a year.

Sikkim University is a other institute, founded in 2007. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Sikkim University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

B.A. in Geography fees at Sikkim University

The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to BA programmes at Sikkim University as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹9,190 – ₹14,600
Tuition fee₹3,740 – ₹7,320
Hostel fee₹5,450 – ₹7,280
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 Sikkim University before you pay anything.

B.A. in Geography eligibility

To get into B.A. in Geography, 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 Sikkim University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to B.A. in Geography at Sikkim University

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 Sikkim University on its website (cus.ac.in/index.php/en) 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. in Geography placements at Sikkim University

The most recent placement data we hold (2023) show a median package of ₹7.5 lakh at Sikkim University. 18 of 51 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.A. in Geography specifically, the average salary on record is ₹7.35 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 BA specialisations at Sikkim University

Is B.A. in Geography at Sikkim University right for you?

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

  • Do the subjects of B.A. in Geography genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • Can you manage ₹9,190 – ₹14,600 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 Sikkim University compare with other colleges offering BA in and around Gangtok?

B.A. in Geography at Sikkim University: FAQs

What is the fee for B.A. in Geography at Sikkim University?

The total fee on record for B.A. in Geography at Sikkim University is ₹9,190 – ₹14,600, about ₹3,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is B.A. in Geography at Sikkim University?

B.A. in Geography at Sikkim University is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

How many seats are there in B.A. in Geography at Sikkim University?

Sikkim University has 60 seats in B.A. in Geography each year.

What is the eligibility for B.A. in Geography?

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 Sikkim University offer?

Besides B.A. in Geography, Sikkim University offers B.A. in Psychology, B.A. in Economics, B.A. in Bhutia, B.A. (Hons.) in Geography, B.A. in Bhutia, B.A. in History, B.A. in English and B.A. in Economics and 9 more.

Is Sikkim University a government or private college?

Sikkim University is a other institute, founded in 2007, located in Gangtok, Sikkim.