I have friends from both JMC and DCAC. Based on their experience, I will say DCAC is a better option.
JMC is definitely a reputed college, however, in comparison, DCAC is better.
Elphinstone College is one of the most reputed colleges in Mumbai. It is definitely a good choice for pursuing a BA degree. But the cutoff for Arts programs has increased over the years. So, it may be difficult to get admission. You should check the recent cutoff.
Also, other than Elphinstone College there are plenty of colleges in Mumbai that offer good BA programs.
Yes, as per the UGC guidelines you can pursue two or more degrees simultaneously but from different universities.
Swami Vivekanand Subharti University has all the mandatory recognitions for distance learning so you will get a globally valid degree.
But before enrolling in any institution for distance learning, make sure you go through the authorized enrollment partner so that you can get all the services properly.
The rules for ATKT at Mumbai University are simple and easy to follow.
You would not be allowed to continue your term in the third year if you fail in any of the subjects of the first year and second year (cross ATKT).
One of my friends is an alumnus of Dayanand Anglo-Vedic College (DAVC), who studied B.Sc. Here is his experience in brief.
DAVC is an ordinary college, but it is an excellent institute for pursuing an undergraduate degree.
To fill out the online application form for a BA (Bachelor of Arts) undergraduate program at Chandigarh University (CU), follow these steps:
Step |
Action |
1 |
Visit cucet. cuchd.in |
2 |
Register and create a profile |
3 |
Pay 1,000 registration fee |
4 |
Fill the application form and select BA |
5 |
Upload the required documents |
6 |
Submit application |
7 |
Appear for CUCET (if required) |
8 |
Check the result and follow the next steps |
If you are applying for the online BA program (not the regular campus BA), you can apply directly at and follow a similar process without the entrance test.
Here are some of the most popular universities in Maharashtra for B.A.
College | Fees (in INR) |
St. Xavier's College, Mumbai | 16,569 |
Fergusson College, Pune | 22,340 |
MIT Art, Design and Technology University | 1.35 lakhs |
KJ Somaiya College of Arts & Commerce, Mumbai | 28,095 |
Jai Hind College, Mumbai | 16,200 |
St. Andrew’s College of Arts Science and Commerce | 13,050 |
Kishin Chellaram College | 30,245 |
Below are some of the most popular universities in Gujarat for BA.
College | Fees (in INR) |
St. Xavier’s College, Ahmedabad | 41,810 |
MSU, Vadodara | 23,220 |
Christ College, Rajkot | 77,340 |
BAOU, Ahmedabad | 5,400 |
Sardar Patel University | 1.73 lakhs |
These are the most popular institutes in Maharastra and Gujarat for a BA degree.
IGNOU Bachelor of Arts (BAG) covers a number of disciplines and courses from different schools of study. This program has 132 credits and consists the following categories.
There are two semesters in the first year. Each semester includes 22 credits. For first-year, IGNOU BAG syllabus is as follows.
1st semester | Core Courses - English/Hindi/Indian Languages 1, Discipline 1 Core-A, Discipline 2 Core -B |
Ability/Skill Enhancement Courses - Environmental Studies | |
2nd semester | Core Courses - English/Hindi 2, Discipline 1 Core - B, Discipline 2 Core - B |
Ability/Skill Enhancement Courses - English/Hindi Communication Skills |
Check the detailed syllabus here - IGNOU BA syllabus.