Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Humanities) at Prabhat Kumar College, Contai is a 3-year full-time undergraduate Multidisciplinary programme (erstwhile General/Pass Course) affiliated to Vidyasagar University under NEP 2020. The programme allows students to choose two Major subjects and one Minor subject from a wide range of humanities disciplines including Bengali, English, Education, History, Political Science, Music, Philosophy, Sanskrit, Physical Education, and Sociology. The total tuition fee is Rs. 1,800 per semester (Rs. 10,800 for the full programme), making it one of the most affordable undergraduate options in Purba Medinipur district. Admission is merit-based on Higher Secondary marks, and the programme is popular among students seeking a broad-based arts education with flexibility in subject choice.

Admission for the academic session 2026-27 has not yet commenced. Based on the 2025-26 schedule, the admission portal is expected to open in October 2026. Classes for the 2025-26 batch commenced on 08 August 2025.

Key Points

This is the Multidisciplinary (erstwhile General/Pass Course) programme in Humanities under NEP 2020, affiliated to Vidyasagar University.
Students choose two Major subjects and one Minor subject from six designated groups (Bengali; English/Education; History; Political Science/Music; Philosophy; Sanskrit/Physical Education).
Minimum eligibility is 45% marks in best four subjects at HS level (lower than the Single Major Honours requirement).
Merit list is prepared based on 10% of aggregate marks at HS level.
Additional development fees apply for certain subjects: Music (Rs. 450/sem), Education (Rs. 300/sem), Physical Education (Rs. 1,500/sem).
This programme is ideal for students who want to study multiple humanities subjects without committing to a single Honours discipline.

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Prabhat Kumar College BA (Humanities) Fees

The base tuition fee for BA (Humanities) at Prabhat Kumar College is Rs. 1,800 per semester, amounting to Rs. 10,800 for the full 3-year (6-semester) programme. Additional development fees apply if students choose certain subjects (Music, Education, or Physical Education). Hostel accommodation is available separately at Rs. 400 per month rent plus a one-time admission fee of Rs. 200.

Base Tuition Fees

Fee Component	Amount (Per Semester)	Total (6 Semesters)
Tuition Fee (Base)	Rs. 1,800	Rs. 10,800
Total Fees (Base)	Rs. 1,800	Rs. 10,800

Additional Development Fees (if applicable, per semester)

Subject	Development Fee (Per Semester)
Music	Rs. 450
Education	Rs. 300
Physical Education	Rs. 1,500

Hostel Fees (Optional)

Hostel Fees (Optional)	Amount
Hostel Rent (per month)	Rs. 400
Hostel Admission Fee (one-time)	Rs. 200

Hostel fees are not mandatory; they apply only to students opting for hostel accommodation (both Boys and Girls hostels available).
No EMI or instalment option is mentioned; fees are payable per semester at the time of admission/registration.
Fee structure shown is for the academic session 2024-25; 2025-26 fees are expected to be similar.
Development fees are charged only for the specific subjects chosen; students not opting for Music, Education, or Physical Education pay only the base fee.

Prabhat Kumar College BA (Humanities) Admission 2026

Admissions to BA (Humanities) at Prabhat Kumar College are merit-based, conducted entirely online through the college's admission portal. The 2025-26 admission cycle was completed in October 2025, with document verification held on 29 October 2025. For the upcoming 2026-27 session, the admission process is expected to follow a similar timeline, with the portal opening in October 2026.

College Admission Dates

Event	Date (2025-26 Actual)
Commencement of Classes	08 August 2025
Notification for UG Admission	10 October 2025
Online Admission Portal Opens	10 October 2025 (12:00 Noon)
Online Form Fill-Up	10 October 2025 to 13 October 2025 (11:59 PM)
Publication of Provisional Merit List	14 October 2025 (After 5:00 PM)
Claims, Objections and Hearing (via Email)	14 October 2025 to 15 October 2025 (up to 2:00 PM)
Publication of Final Merit List	15 October 2025 (After 5:00 PM)
1st Phase Admission (Fee Payment Online)	16 October 2025 (12:00 Noon) to 17 October 2025 (11:59 PM)
2nd Phase Admission (if seats vacant)	18 October 2025 (12:00 Noon) to 19 October 2025 (11:59 PM)
3rd Phase Admission (if seats vacant)	24 October 2025 (After 12:00 Noon)
Document Verification (Multidisciplinary Programmes)	29 October 2025 (from 11:00 AM)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
CUET UG 2026	Registration Start	3 January 2026
CUET UG 2026	Registration End	26 February 2026
CUET UG 2026	Admit Card	5 May 2026 (Tentative)
CUET UG 2026	Exam Dates	11 May 2026 to 31 May 2026
CUET UG 2026	Answer Key	17 June 2026 (Tentative)
CUET UG 2026	Result	4 July 2026 (Tentative)

Note: Prabhat Kumar College (affiliated to Vidyasagar University) does not mandate CUET for admission; merit list is based on HS (Class 12) marks. CUET scores are not required for admission to this college.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary (Class 12) or equivalent examination from a recognised board.
Minimum 45% marks in best four subjects at HS level.
Merit list is prepared based on 10% of aggregate marks at HS level.

Admission Process

Visit the official admission portal at admission.pkcollegecontai.ac.in and fill the online application form within the notified dates.
Choose two Major subjects and one Minor subject from the designated groups for B.A. in Humanities.
No hard copy of the application is to be submitted at the college office.
Provisional merit list is published on the college website; claims and objections can be raised via email only.
Final merit list is published; selected candidates must pay admission fees online within the stipulated phase dates to confirm seat reservation.
Document verification is conducted at the college on the notified date with original documents, fee payment receipt, and application form.

Prabhat Kumar College BA (Humanities) Scholarships 2026

Students enrolled in BA (Humanities) at Prabhat Kumar College can avail a range of government and institutional scholarships. The West Bengal government's Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM) is the most widely availed scheme, open to meritorious and financially needy students. The college also provides financial assistance from its Students' Aid Fund for BPL families and other deserving students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit	Mode
Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM)	WB domicile, UG students with good academic record and family income below threshold	Rs. 1,000/month (General Degree UG)	State Government (svmcm.wb.gov.in)
OASIS Scholarship (Post-Matric)	SC/ST/OBC-B students of WB domicile	Varies by category	State Government (oasis.gov.in)
Aikyashree Scholarship	Minority community students in WB	Varies	State Government
Students' Aid Fund (College)	Financially weak students (BPL families preferred); meritorious students also considered	Lumpsum fee waiver / partial financial aid	Institutional

SVMCM applications are typically open from July each year; students should apply at svmcm.wb.gov.in.
OASIS and Aikyashree scholarships are applied for through the respective state government portals.
Institutional scholarships and awards are given at the annual prize distribution ceremony; no separate application is required.
Students from SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/PWD/EWS categories should watch for special notifications on the college admission portal.

Prabhat Kumar College BA (Humanities) FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between BA (Humanities) and BA {Hons.} programmes at Prabhat Kumar College?

Ans. BA (Humanities) is the Multidisciplinary (erstwhile General/Pass Course) programme where students study two Major subjects and one Minor subject from a range of humanities disciplines. BA {Hons.} programmes are Single Major programmes where students focus intensively on one subject. The Honours programmes have higher eligibility requirements and are more subject-specific.

Ques. Which subjects can I choose under BA (Humanities) at PK College?

Ans. You can choose two Major subjects and one Minor subject from six groups: Group-I (Bengali), Group-II (English/Education), Group-III (History), Group-IV (Political Science/Music), Group-V (Philosophy), Group-VI (Sanskrit/Physical Education). You must choose one subject from each of two different groups as Majors, and one subject as Minor.

Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for BA (Humanities) at Prabhat Kumar College?

Ans. You need to have passed HS (Class 12) with a minimum of 45% marks in best four subjects. This is lower than the Single Major Honours requirement (which is typically 200 marks in best four or a specific subject score).

Ques. Are there any extra fees for certain subject choices in BA (Humanities)?

Ans. Yes. If you choose Music as a subject, an additional development fee of Rs. 450 per semester applies. For Education, it is Rs. 300 per semester, and for Physical Education, it is Rs. 1,500 per semester. Students not choosing these subjects pay only the base fee of Rs. 1,800 per semester.

Ques. When does the admission process for 2026-27 typically start at Prabhat Kumar College?

Ans. Based on the 2025-26 schedule, the admission notification is expected in October 2026, with the online portal opening around the same time. Classes for the new batch typically commence in August. Students should regularly check the college website pkcollegecontai.ac.in for official announcements.

Ques. Can I switch from BA (Humanities) to a BA {Hons.} programme after admission?

Ans. No. Once admitted to the BA (Humanities) Multidisciplinary programme, you cannot switch to a Single Major Honours programme mid-course. Students who wish to pursue an Honours programme must apply separately during the admission process and meet the respective eligibility criteria.