Kanya Mahavidyalaya (KMV) Jalandhar, a NAAC ’A’ accredited autonomous heritage women’s college affiliated to Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar, offers a 3-year Bachelor of Arts with Honours in English. KMV ranks 270 in Collegedunia’s 2026 India Arts Colleges list. The BA (Hons.) English programme offers an intensive study of British and Indian literature, literary theory and criticism, postcolonial studies, and language skills, preparing graduates for careers in teaching, content writing, media, and further academic study.
Applications for 2026-27 are expected to open in July 2026 on the KMV online portal at kmvadmissions.org.
Key Points
- 3-year full-time Honours programme affiliated to GNDU, Amritsar
- NAAC ’A’ accredited; ranks 270 in Collegedunia’s 2026 India Arts Colleges list
- Total fees: ₹45,300 for the full programme (₹15,100 per year)
- Merit-based admission on Class 12 marks; no entrance examination
- Covers British and Indian literature, literary theory, postcolonial studies, and language skills
- Pathway to MA English, B.Ed, journalism, content writing, and civil services
KMV Jalandhar BA (Hons.) (English) Fees
BA (Hons.) (English) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Tuition and College Fee | ₹15,100 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | ₹45,300 |
- Annual fee of ₹15,100 is payable at the start of each of the three academic sessions.
- University examination fees are charged separately by GNDU each semester.
- Fees are subject to revision by GNDU and the college at the start of each academic year.
KMV Jalandhar BA (Hons.) (English) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Portal Opens | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List Declaration | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification and Fee Payment | August to September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Commence | September 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| No Entrance Exam | Admission is merit-based | N/A | N/A |
- KMV Jalandhar follows a merit-based, first-come-first-served admissions policy; no separate entrance test is conducted for most UG programmes.
- Candidates who have passed Class 12 from a board other than Punjab must verify eligibility requirements with the GNDU Admissions Branch.
- SC, ST, and BC students are eligible for fee concessions and government scholarships; details are available from the college scholarship cell.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognised board in any stream.
- A minimum aggregate of 40 percent marks in the qualifying examination is required for general category applicants.
- Relaxation in minimum marks is applicable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates as per Punjab government and GNDU norms.
Admission Process
- Visit the KMV online admission portal at kmvadmissions.org and register with a valid email and phone number.
- Fill the application form with personal and academic details; upload scanned copies of Class 12 marksheets, school leaving certificate, character certificate, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Pay the online application fee through the portal.
- Monitor the KMV website and portal for the provisional merit list; shortlisted candidates are called for document verification.
- Appear for document verification at the college with all original certificates and attested photocopies.
- Pay the semester fee within the stipulated date to confirm admission; the seat is forfeited if payment is delayed.
KMV Jalandhar BA (Hons.) (English) Scholarships 2026
BA (Hons.) (English) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship (SC/BC/OBC) | Up to full tuition reimbursement | SC, BC, and OBC students from Punjab with family income within the state threshold; apply via the National Scholarship Portal |
| Punjab Government Free Education (SC) | Full tuition fee waiver | SC students with annual family income below ₹2.5 Lakh; automatically applied on admission |
| KMV Merit Scholarship | ₹8,000 per year (90 to 94.9%), full tuition waiver (95% and above) | Students securing 90% and above in qualifying examination; awarded at the start of the academic year |
| GNDU Merit Scholarship | Variable (up to ₹5,000 per year) | Top academic performers at GNDU-affiliated colleges; awarded annually on merit |
| National Scholarship Portal Schemes | Variable | Central and state government scholarships available at scholarships.gov.in for eligible categories |
- Scholarship applications for most state and central schemes must be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) within the first month of the academic session.
- SC students with annual family income below ₹2.5 Lakh are eligible for full tuition fee waiver under the Punjab Social Welfare Department scheme.
- KMV’s own merit scholarships are awarded to students securing 90 percent and above in the qualifying examination; details are available from the college scholarship committee.
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