The Bachelor of Arts [BA] with English Major at St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University), Mangalore is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme offered under the School of Arts and Humanities. English is offered as a major subject in combination with other disciplines such as Economics, History, Kannada Major, Sociology, Psychology, and Media and Communication. The Department of English, established with the inception of the university in 1880, is one of the oldest departments in the institution and boasts over 17 NET-qualified and experienced faculty members with 230+ students enrolled. The programme covers Literatures of Britain, America, Asia, Africa, and Cultural Studies, along with Language, Literary Theory, and Criticism. The total tuition fee for Karnataka students ranges from Rs. 70,200 to Rs. 1,08,700 over three years depending on the combination chosen. The course is popular for its strong research orientation, vibrant literary culture, and the university's Jesuit tradition of holistic education.
Admissions for the academic year 2026-27 are currently open. Applications are being accepted online at ugadmissions.staloysius.edu.in. The selection process involves an online entrance test (SAU-ET) and a personal interview. The academic year is scheduled to commence on 15 June 2026. Students awaiting Class 12 results may apply provisionally.
Key Points
- English Major is offered in combination with subjects such as Economics, History, Kannada Major, Sociology, Psychology, and Media and Communication - students choose their preferred combination at the time of application.
- The Department of English was established in 1880 along with the university itself, making it one of the oldest English departments in the region, with 17+ faculty members and 230+ students.
- The department has a strong research focus and organises seminars, paper presentations, and publications; it also runs the annual literary fest Kensho and the Alexander D'Souza Memorial Endowment Lecture series.
- The department offers online certificate courses including Basics of IELTS, Vocabulary Building, Introduction to Modernism, and Crime Fiction, providing students with additional skill-building opportunities.
- Alumni of the department have gone on to become teachers at the British Council (Taipei, Yangon, Hanoi), research scholars at Radboud University (Netherlands), faculty at Houghton University (New York), and media professionals.
St Aloysius BA English Fees
The BA (English Major) programme at St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University) has a fee structure that varies depending on the subject combination chosen. Combinations with Economics, History, Kannada Major, or Sociology are the most affordable, with a total 3-year fee of Rs. 70,200 for Karnataka students. Combinations involving Psychology or Media and Communication attract a slightly higher fee. Non-Karnataka students pay Rs. 10,000 more per year across all combinations.
Fee Table - BA English Major Combinations (Karnataka Students, 2026-27)
| Combination | Year I | Year II | Year III | Total (3 Years) |
|---|
| English Major + Economics / History / Kannada Major / Sociology | Rs. 25,000 | Rs. 23,700 | Rs. 21,500 | Rs. 70,200 |
| English Major + Psychology + History or Sociology | Rs. 37,000 | Rs. 34,700 | Rs. 32,500 | Rs. 1,04,200 |
| English Major + Economics + Media and Communication | Rs. 37,500 | Rs. 36,700 | Rs. 34,500 | Rs. 1,08,700 |
| English Major + Kannada Major + Media and Communication | Rs. 37,500 | Rs. 36,700 | Rs. 34,500 | Rs. 1,08,700 |
| Hostel Fee (Optional) | Rs. 75,000 | Rs. 75,000 | Rs. 75,000 | Rs. 2,25,000 |
| Total Fee - Karnataka (English Major + Economics/History, without Hostel) | | | | Rs. 70,200 |
| Total Fee - Karnataka (English Major + Economics/History, with Hostel) | | | | Rs. 2,95,200 |
Fee Table - Category-wise for English Major + Economics / History / Kannada Major / Sociology Combination
| Category | Year I | Year II | Year III | Total (3 Years) |
|---|
| Karnataka | Rs. 25,000 | Rs. 23,700 | Rs. 21,500 | Rs. 70,200 |
| Non-Karnataka | Rs. 35,000 | Rs. 33,700 | Rs. 31,500 | Rs. 1,00,200 |
| NRI | Rs. 65,000 | Rs. 63,700 | Rs. 61,500 | Rs. 1,90,200 |
| SAARC | Rs. 55,000 | Rs. 53,700 | Rs. 51,500 | Rs. 1,60,200 |
| Foreign | Rs. 85,000 | Rs. 83,700 | Rs. 81,500 | Rs. 2,50,200 |
| Total Fee (Karnataka, without Hostel) | | | | Rs. 70,200 |
| Total Fee (Karnataka, with Hostel) | | | | Rs. 2,95,200 |
- Fees above are as per the official 2026-27 fee structure published on the university website.
- Additional language fees apply if opted: Additional English - Rs. 7,500/year; Malayalam - Rs. 7,000/year; French - Rs. 8,000/year.
- Application fee is Rs. 500 (non-refundable).
- Hostel fee of Rs. 75,000 per year covers food and accommodation including water, electricity, room rent, and maintenance.
- Hostel is optional and subject to availability.
- Fees can be paid in instalments; freeships are available for deserving students.
- Education loans up to Rs. 10 lakhs are available under the PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme.
- Loans up to Rs. 7.5 lakhs carry a 75% government credit guarantee.
- Students with family income up to Rs. 8 lakhs/year are eligible for 3% interest subvention.
St Aloysius BA English Admission 2026
Admissions for the BA (English Major) programme for 2026-27 are open and ongoing. The process is merit-cum-entrance-test based, with shortlisting done on the basis of Class 11 final and Class 12 mid-term marks, followed by the SAU-ET (online entrance test) and a personal interview. All admissions are provisional until original documents are verified after Class 12 results are declared. The academic year commences on 15 June 2026.
St Aloysius University - BA Admission Dates 2026-27
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Admission Portal Open | Ongoing (as of April 2026) |
| SAU-ET (Entrance Test) | From 5 January 2026 (ongoing, scheduled individually) |
| Personal Interview | Ongoing (notified via email/WhatsApp) |
| Fee Payment | On the day of interview |
| Academic Year Commencement | 15 June 2026 |
| Final Admission (post Class 12 results) | After Class 12 results are declared |
Relevant Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration Start | Registration End | Exam Date | Result Date |
|---|
| SAU-ET (St Aloysius University Entrance Test) | At time of application | Ongoing | Notified individually | Communicated individually |
| CUET-UG 2026 | 3 January 2026 | 26 February 2026 | 11 May - 31 May 2026 | 4 July 2026 (Tentative) |
Note: St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University) uses its own SAU-ET as the primary entrance test for UG admissions. CUET-UG is not the basis for admission here but is listed as a reference for students appearing for national-level exams simultaneously.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed the 2-year Pre-University Examination (PUC) conducted by the Pre-University Education Board of Karnataka, or any equivalent examination recognised by Mangalore University.
- Students from CBSE, ICSE, IB, ISC, and other recognised national and state boards are also eligible.
- A minimum of 50% marks in Class 12 (or equivalent) is generally required for admission.
Admission Process
- Register on the official admission portal at ugadmissions.staloysius.edu.in and create a one-time Registration ID.
- Fill in the online application form with personal, family, and academic details; upload required documents (Aadhaar card, SSLC marks card, Class 11 final marks card, Class 12 mid-term marks card, passport-size photograph).
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500 online.
- Appear for the SAU-ET - an online test of 50 MCQs (English, General Knowledge, Aptitude, and subject-oriented questions) of 1 hour duration; schedule communicated via email/WhatsApp.
- Attend the personal interview at the campus (or online for NRI/outstation students) along with a parent/guardian and original documents.
- Pay the programme fee on the day of the interview to confirm admission.
- Submit original documents (Transfer Certificate, Class 12 marks card, SSLC marks card, Aadhaar, etc.) after Class 12 results are declared to complete final admission.
St Aloysius BA English Scholarships 2026
St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University) offers a comprehensive range of scholarships to BA students, covering merit-based, need-cum-merit, sports, and government categories. BA students scoring 85% and above in their qualifying examination are eligible for the Vidwath Spoorthi merit scholarship. The university has over 56 endowment scholarships and 20 special scholarships, and also facilitates access to the PM-Vidyalaxmi education loan scheme for financially weaker students.
Scholarship Table
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|
| Vidwath Spoorthi (Merit-Based) | BA students with 85% and above in qualifying exam | Tuition fee concession (quantum announced after classes begin) |
| Vidya Spoorthi (Need-cum-Merit) | Students with financial need and satisfactory academic performance | Fee concession based on merit and financial status |
| Kreeda Spoorthi | State and National level sports participants and winners | Scholarship for sports achievers |
| SAFAL (St Aloysius Fellowship for Aspiring Learners) | Needy students, children of police personnel, and other eligible categories | Endowment-based financial support |
| Endowed and Special Scholarships (56+ schemes) | Various criteria - merit, community, financial need, alumni-instituted | Varies by individual scheme |
| Government Scholarships (SC/ST/OBC/Minority) | As per respective government scheme eligibility | As per government norms |
| PM-Vidyalaxmi Education Loan | Students in recognised institutions; family income up to Rs. 8 lakhs/year for interest subvention | Collateral-free loan up to Rs. 10 lakhs; 3% interest subvention for eligible students |
| Class X of 1983 Scholarship Endowment | Economically disadvantaged students of St Aloysius High School and PU College | Annual scholarship from a corpus of Rs. 61 lakhs |
- Scholarship eligibility and application procedures are announced after classes commence each year.
- Scholarships and fee concessions are subject to regular attendance, good conduct, and satisfactory academic progress; benefits can be withdrawn if conditions are not met.
- Applications for endowed scholarships and fee concessions must be submitted to the Principal in the prescribed form.
- For the complete list of government scholarships, refer to the official list on the university website.
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