Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

Kalindi College, a constituent college of the University of Delhi (DU), offers Bachelor of Arts [BA] {Hons.} (Sanskrit) as a 4-year full-time on-campus undergraduate programme under the NEP-UGCF 2022 framework. The course has a total seat intake of 289 and is offered at highly affordable fees, with the total course fee being approximately Rs. 45,040 for the entire 4-year duration. Admission is based on CUET UG scores through the DU CSAS portal. The programme is popular among students with a background in Sanskrit who wish to pursue careers in teaching, research, civil services, Vedic studies, translation, and classical literature. Sanskrit (Hons.) from DU is also a valued optional subject in UPSC Civil Services examinations. The college is NAAC A+ accredited and is well-regarded within the Delhi University ecosystem.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are upcoming. CUET UG 2026 registration has already closed (January 3 - February 26, 2026). The exam is scheduled from May 11 to May 31, 2026 (tentative), with results expected in early July 2026. Following result declaration, DU will open the CSAS portal for registration and preference filling, tentatively in the third week of June 2026, with seat allocation rounds expected in July-August 2026.

Key Points

Kalindi College is a women-only institution affiliated with the University of Delhi, established in 1967.
The BA (Hons.) Sanskrit programme follows the 4-year NEP-UGCF 2022 curriculum with multiple exit options after Year 1, 2, and 3.
Students completing 3 years receive a Bachelor's degree; those completing 4 years receive a Bachelor's (Honours/Research) degree.
Sanskrit (Hons.) from DU is one of the few programmes that offers deep study of classical Indian literature, grammar (Vyakaran), philosophy, and Vedic texts.
The CUET cutoff for Sanskrit is among the lowest across DU colleges, making it accessible to students who have studied Sanskrit at the school level.
Graduates can pursue MA in Sanskrit, NET/JRF for teaching, and UPSC Civil Services where Sanskrit is an optional subject.

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Kalindi College BA (Hons.) Sanskrit Fees

The BA (Hons.) Sanskrit programme at Kalindi College is one of the most affordable Honours courses in Delhi University. The annual fee is approximately Rs. 11,135 per year, with a one-time refundable security deposit of Rs. 500 payable in the first year. The total fee for the complete 4-year programme comes to approximately Rs. 45,040. Tuition fee is a nominal Rs. 180 per year; the bulk of the fee comprises university and college development and welfare funds.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount per Year (INR)
Tuition Fee	180
University Student Welfare Fund	250
University Development Fund	1,500
University Facilities and Service Charges	1,500
Economically Weaker Section Support University Fund	250
College Student Welfare Fund	3,350
College Development Fund	2,900
College Facilities and Services Charges	1,205
Sub-Total (Annual)	11,135
Security Deposit (One-time, Refundable)	500
Total Fees (4 Years)	45,040

The security deposit of Rs. 500 is refundable at the time of leaving the college.
Fees for Year 1 (including security): Rs. 11,635; Years 2, 3, and 4: Rs. 11,135 each.
PWD (Persons with Disability) students are charged a concessional fee of Rs. 105 per year.
No hostel facility is available at Kalindi College; students must arrange their own accommodation.
Fees are to be paid online through the DU CSAS portal at the time of admission and annually thereafter.

Kalindi College BA (Hons.) Sanskrit Admission 2026

Admissions to BA (Hons.) Sanskrit at Kalindi College are conducted through the University of Delhi's Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) based on CUET UG scores. For the 2026-27 session, CUET UG 2026 registration has already closed and the exam is scheduled in May 2026. After CUET results are declared, DU will open the CSAS portal for registration and preference filling. The CUET cutoff for Sanskrit is among the lowest across DU programmes, making it relatively accessible for students who have studied Sanskrit at the school level.

Kalindi College DU CSAS Admission Dates

Event	Date
CUET UG 2026 Application Registration	January 3, 2026 - February 26, 2026 (Closed)
CUET UG 2026 Admit Card Release	May 5, 2026 (Tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Exam	May 11 - May 31, 2026 (Tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Answer Key Release	June 17, 2026 (Tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Result Declaration	July 4, 2026 (Tentative)
DU CSAS Phase 1 Registration	Third week of June 2026 (Tentative)
Correction Window for CSAS Phase 1	First week of July 2026 (Tentative)
DU CSAS Phase 2 - Preference Filling	Second week of July 2026 (Tentative)
CSAS Auto-locks Preferences	Second week of July 2026 (Tentative)
Declaration of Simulated List	Third week of July 2026 (Tentative)
Preference Change Window	Third week of July 2026 (Tentative)
Declaration of 1st CSAS Allocation List	Third week of July 2026 (Tentative)
Candidates to Accept Allocated Seat	Third week of July 2026 (Tentative)
College Verification and Approval	Third week of July 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date for Online Fee Payment	Last week of July 2026 (Tentative)

CUET UG 2026 Exam Dates

Event	Date
CUET UG 2026 Registration	January 3, 2026 - February 26, 2026 (Closed)
CUET UG 2026 Admit Card	May 5, 2026 (Tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Exam Date	May 11 - May 31, 2026 (Tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Answer Key	June 17, 2026 (Tentative)
CUET UG 2026 Result	July 4, 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognised board.
Candidates must have appeared in CUET UG 2026 with Sanskrit as a domain subject (as per the programme-specific eligibility of DU).
There is no minimum percentage requirement specified by DU; admission is purely based on CUET UG normalised scores and CSAS seat allocation.

Admission Process

Register for CUET UG 2026 at the NTA official portal and appear for the exam with Sanskrit as a domain subject.
After CUET result declaration, register on the DU CSAS portal (ugadmission.uod.ac.in) using CUET credentials.
Fill personal and academic details in Phase 1 of CSAS.
In Phase 2, fill preferences for programme (BA Hons. Sanskrit) and colleges (including Kalindi College) in order of preference.
Check the simulated rank list and modify preferences if required.
Accept the allocated seat in the allocation round, get documents verified by the college, and pay fees online within the stipulated deadline.
Students can opt for Upgrade or Freeze in subsequent rounds.

Kalindi College BA (Hons.) Sanskrit Scholarships 2026

Kalindi College and the University of Delhi offer a range of scholarships and fee concession schemes to support students from economically weaker and meritorious backgrounds. The college provides merit-based scholarships as well as need-based fee concessions. Students from SC/ST/OBC categories and economically weaker sections can avail of significant fee relief through both college-level and government schemes.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship / Scheme	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Kalindi College Annual Scholarship	Based on academic performance and extracurricular activities; awarded to meritorious students	Varies; cash prizes and certificates
MATA AMRITA NANDA MAYA Scholarship	Economically disadvantaged students who qualify	Full tuition fee waiver
Kalindi College Tuition Fee Concession	Students from economically weaker backgrounds; application required with income proof	Partial or full tuition fee waiver
Kalindi College Full Fee Concession	Students from very low-income families; application with income certificate	Full fee waiver for the year
DU / University of Delhi Scholarship	Meritorious students of DU colleges; based on academic performance	As per DU norms
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC	SC/ST/OBC students with family income below prescribed limit	As per Government of India norms
Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS)	Students who scored above 80th percentile in Class 12 board exams; family income below Rs. 8 lakh per annum	Rs. 10,000 per annum (first 3 years); Rs. 20,000 per annum (for PG)
E-District Scholarship (Delhi Government)	Delhi domicile students from SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EWS categories	As per Delhi Government norms
PWD Fee Concession	Students with disability (PwD)	Fee reduced to Rs. 105 per year

Applications for Kalindi College's internal fee concession and annual scholarship are typically invited in October-November each year.
Students must submit the required income certificates and academic documents within the deadline announced by the college.
For national scholarships (Post-Matric, CSSS), students must apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).

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Kalindi College BA (Hons.) Sanskrit FAQs

Ques. Do I need to have studied Sanskrit in Class 11 and 12 to apply for BA (Hons.) Sanskrit at Kalindi College?

Ans. Yes, to appear in CUET UG with Sanskrit as a domain subject, students must have studied Sanskrit at the Class 12 level. DU's eligibility for BA (Hons.) Sanskrit requires candidates to have Sanskrit as a subject in their qualifying examination. Students who have studied Sanskrit as an additional or elective subject in Class 12 are also eligible.

Ques. What is the CUET UG cutoff for BA (Hons.) Sanskrit at Kalindi College?

Ans. The CUET UG cutoff for BA (Hons.) Sanskrit at Kalindi College is among the lowest across DU programmes. In CUET 2025, the Round 1 cutoff for the General category was 218 marks. For reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC-NCL), the cutoff is lower. This makes the programme relatively accessible for students who have studied Sanskrit at the school level.

Ques. What are the career options after completing BA (Hons.) Sanskrit from Kalindi College, DU?

Ans. Graduates of BA (Hons.) Sanskrit from DU have several career options. Popular paths include pursuing MA in Sanskrit, appearing for UGC NET/JRF for teaching and research positions, working as Sanskrit teachers at school and college levels (after B.Ed), appearing for UPSC Civil Services where Sanskrit is an optional subject, working in translation, publishing, and Vedic research institutions. Government jobs in Doordarshan, All India Radio, and cultural organisations also value Sanskrit graduates.

Ques. Is BA (Hons.) Sanskrit a good option for students who want to pursue a career in teaching?

Ans. Yes, BA (Hons.) Sanskrit followed by MA Sanskrit and UGC NET/JRF is one of the most direct pathways to a career in Sanskrit teaching at the college level. Sanskrit teachers are in demand in schools (CBSE, state boards) and colleges across India. The DU degree is widely recognised and adds significant value for teaching positions.

Ques. Does Kalindi College have a hostel facility for BA (Hons.) Sanskrit students?

Ans. Kalindi College does not have a hostel facility for its students. Students need to arrange their own accommodation. The college is located in East Patel Nagar, New Delhi, and is well-connected by metro and public transport, making it accessible for commuters from across Delhi-NCR.

Ques. Under the NEP 2020 framework, can I exit the BA (Hons.) Sanskrit programme before completing 4 years?

Ans. Yes, under the NEP-UGCF 2022 framework followed by Delhi University, students have multiple exit options. After completing Year 1, students receive a Certificate; after Year 2, a Diploma; after Year 3, a Bachelor's degree; and after completing all 4 years, a Bachelor's (Honours/Research) degree. Students can re-enter the programme within a specified period through the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC).