Dr. Rajendra Prasad Memorial Degree College Lucknow BA English: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 in any stream from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Reserved category students require 45% aggregate. A valid CUET-UG score is accepted for admission to the University of Lucknow affiliated BA English programme at RPMDC. Alternatively, Class 12 aggregate marks may be considered for merit-list preparation. Candidates should apply during the admission window and submit attested copies of their Class 12 mark sheet and other required documents for the merit list and seat allotment process at the college.

Ans. The BA English programme at RPMDC covers classical and modern English literature, Indian writing in English, literary theory and criticism, and practical language and communication skills across six semesters. The curriculum follows the University of Lucknow prescribed syllabus and includes poetry, prose, drama, and fiction from British, American, and Indian literary traditions. The programme also develops critical reading, essay writing, and communication skills that are transferable to careers in content creation, copywriting, journalism, and academic writing. Students also study linguistics and language use as a formal academic subject component throughout the degree.

Ans. The total fee for the three-year BA English programme at RPMDC is INR 1,83,600, covering all academic charges for the complete programme duration. No separate hostel fee is listed for this programme. Eligible students from SC/ST/OBC/EWS backgrounds may apply for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship through the NSP portal. Meritorious students whose Class 12 scores are in the top 20% bracket and family income is below INR 8 LPA may apply for the Central Sector Scheme scholarship of up to INR 20,000 per year, which must be renewed each academic session on the NSP portal.

Ans. Graduates of BA English from RPMDC can pursue MA English at the University of Lucknow or other universities, or qualify for B.Ed to become school teachers. Other career paths include journalism, content writing, public relations, translation, and roles in the media and publishing industry. BA English graduates from RPMDC are also eligible to appear for UP TGT English recruitment, which requires an English degree at the undergraduate level and provides a direct pathway into government school teaching positions across Uttar Pradesh. The University of Lucknow-awarded BA degree is recognised for these recruitment and higher education opportunities.

Ans. CUET-UG scores are accepted for admission to BA English at RPMDC under the University of Lucknow affiliation system. Candidates who appeared for CUET-UG in English or a relevant language and literature domain paper can apply via the LU admission portal. Class 12 merit is also considered for seat allocation at LU-affiliated colleges. Candidates who did not appear for CUET-UG should contact RPMDC directly to confirm whether any alternative merit-based admission route is available for the current session. All seats are allocated subject to the intake notified by the University of Lucknow for the affiliated college in the respective academic year, and availability is subject to change based on university directives.