Aliah University Kolkata BA {Hons.} Geography: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for BA Hons Geography at Aliah University is INR 8,800 for the three-year programme. As a government minority university, Aliah University keeps undergraduate fees highly affordable. Hostel charges are payable separately. Confirm current fees with Aliah University admissions before joining.

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent in any stream from a recognised board with at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B). A valid AUAT 2026 (UG category) score is required. Candidates appearing in the 10+2 examination may apply provisionally, subject to meeting the minimum marks requirement at the time of admission.

Ans. Admission to BA Hons Geography at Aliah University is through AUAT 2026 (Aliah University Admission Test, UG category). Applications open at aliah.ac.in from April 17 to May 12, 2026. Candidates appear in the AUAT UG examination and are allocated seats through merit-based counselling. Selected candidates confirm admission by submitting original documents and paying fees.

Ans. BA Hons Geography at Aliah University covers physical geography, geomorphology, climatology, human geography, economic geography, cartography, map reading, environmental studies, and regional planning. The three-year programme includes field surveys and practical cartography sessions that prepare students for careers in education, urban planning, GIS, environmental management, and civil services.

Ans. BA Hons Geography graduates from Aliah University can pursue careers as geography teacher, cartographer, urban planner, GIS analyst, and environmental researcher. WBSSC and WB TET examinations open government school teaching roles. UPSC and state PSC examinations are accessible with Geography as an optional subject. Urban development authorities, environmental agencies, and survey organisations also hire Geography graduates. MA Geography leads to UGC-NET and assistant professor roles.

Ans. BA Hons Geography students at Aliah University can apply for the WB Aikyashree Scholarship for minority community students via wbmdfcscholarship.in, WB SC/ST and OBC post-matric scholarships via oasis.gov.in, the Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS) for minority undergraduate students, and the Central Sector Scheme at scholarships.gov.in. Students are encouraged to check their eligibility and apply within the scholarship deadlines each academic year.