Updated on May 14, 2024 16:37 IST
Aneena Aley Abraham

Aneena Aley AbrahamSenior Executive

Top Arts Colleges in Delhi 2024

Delhi is home to about 22 top Arts colleges and all of them are owned by the government. Hindu College, DU, Miranda House DU, Lady Shri Ram College for Women, DU, Hansraj College, DU, Kirori Mal College, DU and Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College DU are the top Arts colleges in Delhi. CUET is the best entrance exam for admission to best Arts Colleges in Delhi.

Latest Update:

  • CUET exam is scheduled to be held from May 15 to May 31, 2024 in CBT mode.

Top Arts Colleges in Delhi: Highlights 2024

Delhi, the capital city of India, is among the top Arts destinations in the country. Arts / Humanities & Social Sciences comprise a wide variety of academic and professional disciplines, including EnglishPsychologyPolitical ScienceHistoryAnthropology and Music. Arts graduates can pursue a wide variety of careers, including business, media, education, government, and non-profit work. They can choose from a variety of careers in Arts ranging from Assistant Administrative Officer to Content Editors to Librarian.

Given below are the various parameters and statistics for top Arts colleges in Delhi:

Parameters

Statistics

No. of Top Arts Colleges

22

Ownership

Government: 22 Colleges

Specialisation

English, Applied Psychology, Hindi, Mathematics, etc.

Accepted Entrance Exams

CUET

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website and may vary.

Best Arts Courses in Delhi NCR: Admissions 2024

Arts courses can be pursued at UG, PG and PhD levels. The eligibility criteria differ as per the course selected by the candidate. However, given below are the broad eligibility criteria for UG, PG and PhD Arts courses for the reference of candidates:

  • UG level: Candidates must have passed Class 12 and secured at least 55% aggregate score from a recognised board. The course is of four years duration.
  • PG level: Candidates must have passed graduation preferably in the subject in which they wish to pursue masters with a minimum of 50% aggregate score. The course is of two years duration.
  • PhD level: Candidate must have passed a Master's degree in either stream of EngineeringInformation TechnologyArtsScience or Commerce with a minimum of 60% aggregate score. The course duration is three years.

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website and may vary.

Top Arts Colleges in Delhi NCR: Exam Schedule 2024

Given below are the best entrance exams for admission to top Arts colleges in Delhi:

  • CUET: Common University Entrance Test is a national level entrance exam conducted by NTA for admission to UG courses offered by participating institutes.

Exam Name

Exam Schedule

CUET

CUET Schedule

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the institute/exam.

Top Arts Colleges in Delhi NCR: NIRF Ranking 2023

Please refer to the table below for the top Arts colleges in Delhi NCR ranked by NIRF under the Colleges category for the year 2023:

College Name NIRF 2021 NIRF 2022 NIRF 2023
Miranda House 1 1 1
Hindu College 9 2 2
Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College 12 7 6
Kirori Mal College 17 10 9
Lady Shri Ram College  10 12 11

Top Government Arts Colleges in Delhi

Below mentioned are the best Arts colleges in Delhi with their tuition fees:

College Name

Tuition Fee

Hindu College DU Admission

INR 75,900

Miranda House DU Admission

INR 44,670

Lady Shri Ram College for Women DU Admission

INR 57,510

Hansraj College DU Admission

INR 540

Kirori Mal College DU Admission

INR 38,925

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website/ counselling body and may vary.

Highest Salary Offered by the Best Arts Colleges in Delhi

ROI describes the benefit a student will reap in the form of placement amount after paying for the course they have perused. In the education, the ROI means placement package received at the end of the course. Below are listed top arts colleges in Delhi:

College Name

Tuition Fee

Annual Median Package

Hindu College DU

INR 75,900

INR 7.88 LPA

Miranda House DU

INR 44,670

INR 6 LPA

Lady Shri Ram College for Women DU

INR 57,510

INR 8 LPA

Hansraj College DU

INR 540

INR 7 LPA

Kirori Mal College DU

INR 38,925

INR 6.50 LPA

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website/ media reports/ NIRF website and may vary.

Top Recruiters for Best Arts Colleges in Delhi

After completing Arts courses, candidates get several placement opportunities. The placement drives are conducted by the colleges. The colleges provide opportunities to enhance the student’s knowledge and gain real-time experience.

Below is the list of a few top companies in Delhi/NCR that recruit Arts students along with their placement ratings:

Colleges

Annual Median Package

Top Recruiters

Hindu College Placement

INR 7.88 LPA

DE Shaw, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Essar, Google, HDFC Bank, Jaypee Group, KPMG, Maruti Suzuki, etc.

Miranda House Placement

INR 6 LPA

DE Shaw, Accenture, KPMG, Make My Trip, Gartner, ZS Associates, ICICI Bank, Tech Mahindra, Barclays, NTT Data, etc.

Lady Shri Ram College for Women Placement

INR 8 LPA

McKinsey & Co., Accenture, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, Boston Consulting Group, Bain & Company, Kepler Cannon, Paytm, etc.

Hansraj College Placement

INR 6.50 LPA

RPS School, Richa & Co., Online PF Consultant, Idea, Drone International School, Direct Create, etc.

Kirori Mal College Placement

INR 6.50 LPA

Urban Company, KPMG, Young India Fellowship, PwC India, EY India, Gandhi Fellowship, ICICI Bank, Mother Dairy, Zomato, etc.

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website/ media reports/ NIRF website and may vary.

Cost of Studying Arts in Top Arts Colleges in Delhi

It can be estimated that pursuing Arts courses in Delhi is economical as approximately 100% of the colleges have course/annual fees of less than Rs 1 lakh. Below mentioned are the best Arts colleges in Delhi in different fee ranges:

Fee Ranges

No. of Colleges

Popular Colleges

< INR 1 lakh

22

Hindu College, Miranda House, Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Hansraj College, etc.

Top Arts Colleges in Delhi: Comparison 2024

Given below is the comparison between the top Arts colleges in Delhi:

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Location

Total Fees

Rating

Ownership

Specialization

Exams Accepted

1
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Hindu College, University of Delhi
4.3

Placements

3.7

Infrastructure

4.3

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.4

Crowd & Campus Life

4.7

Value for Money

4.6

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(300)
Fees: 80,610
Salary : 9.50 Lakh
3
The Week ' 24
3
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3
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Miranda House, University of Delhi
4.4

Placements

3.7

Infrastructure

4.6

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.5

Crowd & Campus Life

4.6

Value for Money

4.7

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(320)
Fees: 44,670
Salary : 6.89 Lakh
4
The Week ' 24
2
Outlook ' 24
4
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Lady Shri Ram College for Women, University of Delhi
4.5

Placements

4.2

Infrastructure

4.3

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.4

Crowd & Campus Life

4.7

Value for Money

4.7

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(176)
Fees: 61,470
Salary : 9.20 Lakh
1
The Week ' 24
1
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5
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi
4.3

Placements

3.7

Infrastructure

4.1

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.4

Crowd & Campus Life

4.5

Value for Money

4.6

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(601)
Fees: 46,545
Salary : 7.20 Lakh
12
The Week ' 24
Not Ranked
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6
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Hansraj College, University of Delhi
4.3

Placements

3.8

Infrastructure

4.3

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.4

Crowd & Campus Life

4.6

Value for Money

4.5

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(726)
Fees: 540
Salary : 7.00 Lakh
5
The Week ' 24
7
Outlook ' 24
9
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College, University of Delhi
4.1

Placements

3.5

Infrastructure

4.2

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.3

Crowd & Campus Life

4.2

Value for Money

4.4

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(416)
Fees: 540
Salary : 4.62 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
Not Ranked
Outlook ' 24
10
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Sri Venkateswara College, University of Delhi
4.3

Placements

3.8

Infrastructure

4.1

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.4

Crowd & Campus Life

4.6

Value for Money

4.6

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(392)
Fees: 1,290
Salary : 6.00 Lakh
15
The Week ' 24
6
Outlook ' 24
11
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Gargi College, University of Delhi
4.2

Placements

3.7

Infrastructure

3.9

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.4

Crowd & Campus Life

4.4

Value for Money

4.5

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(502)
Fees: 54,155
Salary : 4.62 Lakh
10
The Week ' 24
9
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12
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Ramjas College, University of Delhi
4.2

Placements

3.5

Infrastructure

4.2

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.4

Crowd & Campus Life

4.5

Value for Money

4.5

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(666)
Fees: 46,494
Salary : 5.50 Lakh
13
The Week ' 24
11
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16
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Daulat Ram College, University of Delhi
3.9

Placements

3.4

Infrastructure

3.5

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.3

Crowd & Campus Life

4.1

Value for Money

4.2

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(365)
Fees: 95,250
Salary : 5.00 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
15
Outlook ' 24
26
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Indraprastha College for Women, University of Delhi
4.1

Placements

3.4

Infrastructure

4.4

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.3

Crowd & Campus Life

4.1

Value for Money

4.1

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(252)
Fees: 540
Salary : 5.38 Lakh
16
The Week ' 24
13
Outlook ' 24
28
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Maitreyi College, University of Delhi
4.1

Placements

3.3

Infrastructure

4.1

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.2

Crowd & Campus Life

4.2

Value for Money

4.5

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(240)
Fees: 540
Salary : 5.30 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
56
Outlook ' 24
33
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi
4.1

Placements

3.8

Infrastructure

3.9

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.1

Crowd & Campus Life

4.2

Value for Money

4.5

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(539)
Fees: 540
Salary : 5.50 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
Not Ranked
Outlook ' 24
35
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Delhi College of Arts and Commerce, University of Delhi
4.0

Placements

3.7

Infrastructure

3.2

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.3

Crowd & Campus Life

4.2

Value for Money

4.4

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(328)
Fees: 30,465
Salary : 3.80 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
23
Outlook ' 24
37
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Lakshmibai College, University of Delhi
3.7

Placements

3.0

Infrastructure

3.6

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.2

Crowd & Campus Life

3.6

Value for Money

4.1

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(249)
Fees: 540
Salary : 5.50 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
35
Outlook ' 24
38
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Shivaji College, University of Delhi
4.0

Placements

3.4

Infrastructure

4.0

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.3

Crowd & Campus Life

4.2

Value for Money

4.2

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(379)
Fees: 540
Salary : 4.00 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
38
Outlook ' 24
40
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College, University of Delhi
4.1

Placements

3.3

Infrastructure

4.5

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.3

Crowd & Campus Life

4.0

Value for Money

4.3

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(450)
Fees: 540
Salary : 4.25 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
28
Outlook ' 24
43
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Ramanujan College, University of Delhi
4.1

Placements

3.6

Infrastructure

4.1

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.3

Crowd & Campus Life

4.0

Value for Money

4.3

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(330)
Fees: 76,500
Salary : 4.42 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
Not Ranked
Outlook ' 24
60
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Bharati College, University of Delhi
3.9

Placements

3.3

Infrastructure

4.0

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.3

Crowd & Campus Life

3.9

Value for Money

4.2

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(142)
Fees: 540
Salary : 5.50 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
59
Outlook ' 24
61
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi
3.9

Placements

3.1

Infrastructure

3.7

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.1

Crowd & Campus Life

4.0

Value for Money

4.3

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(431)
Fees: 2,343
Salary : 5.20 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
Not Ranked
Outlook ' 24
65
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Keshav Mahavidyalaya, University of Delhi
3.9

Placements

3.2

Infrastructure

4.2

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.2

Crowd & Campus Life

3.6

Value for Money

4.2

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(248)
Fees: 720
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
Not Ranked
Outlook ' 24
66
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Aryabhatta College, University of Delhi
4.0

Placements

3.2

Infrastructure

4.0

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.3

Crowd & Campus Life

4.1

Value for Money

4.2

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(224)
Fees: 56,190
Salary : 5.50 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
Not Ranked
Outlook ' 24
69
India Today ' 24
(All India)
Mata Sundri College for Women, University of Delhi
3.8

Placements

3.2

Infrastructure

3.8

Faculty & Course Curriculum

4.2

Crowd & Campus Life

3.7

Value for Money

3.9

Learning Experience

0.0

Course Support

0.0
(344)
Fees: 79,275
Salary : 5.50 Lakh
Not Ranked
The Week ' 24
Not Ranked
Outlook ' 24

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Top Arts Colleges in Delhi: FAQs

Q: How many top Arts colleges are there in Delhi?

A: Delhi is home to 22 top Arts colleges and all of them are owned by the government. CUET is the top entrance exam for admission to these colleges. Most of the top Arts colleges in Delhi comees under the University of Delhi. Hindu College, Miranda House, LSR College for Women and Hansraj College are the top Arts colleges in Delhi.

Q: Which is the No. 1 Arts college in Delhi?

A: Miranda House is ranked No. 1 by NIRF under the Colleges category for the year 2023. Miranda House is also ranked 3rd by India Today 2023 for BA, 2nd by India Today 2023 for BSc, and 1st by NIRF 2023 under the Colleges category. Miranda House College, through various departments, offers UG, PG, Foreign Language, and add-on courses to students. These courses are provided across English, Hindi, Economics, and various other streams. Miranda House of Delhi University is accredited with A+ Grade by NAAC. 

Q: What are the top specialisations offered by best Arts colleges in Delhi?

A: Please refer to the table below for the top specialisstions offered by best Arts colleges in Delhi:

Top Specialisations No. of Colleges Popular Colleges
English 4 Miranda House, ARSD College, Gargi College
Applied Psychology 1 Ramanujan College

Hindi

1 ARSD College
Mathematics 1 ARSD College

Q: Is DU the best option for a BA?

A: DU is considered one of the best options for BA in India. Givn below is the list of other BA colleges that are also considered the best in India:

College Name Tuition Fee Eligibility / Exams
BHU INR 5,870 - INR  11,890 CUET, BHU PET and Merit-Based
Amity University Noida INR 1.26 Lacs - INR 10.79 lakh CUET and Merit-Based
TISS INR 2.1 lakh CUET
Amity University Mumbai INR 1.98 Lacs - INR 2.94 lakh CUET and Merit-Based

Q: Is doing BA from colleges other than DU a good option?

A: The suitability of pursuing a Bachelor's degree from an institution other than DU is contingent upon your individual objectives, preferences, and situation. Here's an impartial viewpoint to assist you in making a decision:

Advantages of exploring colleges beyond DU:

  • Wide range of programmes offered
  • Lower Competition
  • Focus on industry oriented curriculum
  • Cost and Location
  • Unique Campus Experience

But take into account these factors when looking for other colleges:

  • Reputation and Recognition
  • Faculty Expertise
  • Placement and Alumni Network

Investigate prospective universities and contrast their curricula, prerequisites, costs, placement histories, and alumnae networks. Never be afraid to ask current or former students for guidance and ideas. You can make an informed choice that best meets your goals and aspirations for your BA education in India by carefully weighing your priorities and possibilities.

Note that there are other, equally fulfilling BA programmes offered by other outstanding colleges, so DU is not the sole route to success. Examine your selections, rank your objectives, and select the college that most closely fits your future aspirations!

Q: What is the scope of doing a BA from DU?

A: Earning a BA degree from DU in India has many potential benefits and opens doors to a wide range of professional options. Below is a summary of the possibilities:

  • Because of its demanding curriculum and strong academic standards, DU degrees are highly valued both in India and elsewhere and are acknowledged by prestigious employers and academic organisations.
  • DU offers diverse programs in various fields.
  • Experienced Faculty 
  • Strong Alumni Network
  • Skill development which makes you a desirable candidates for employers.
  • Because of the prestige of the degree and the skills acquired, alumni from DU frequently attract greater starting salary than graduates from other universities.

All things considered, earning a BA from DU in India may be a fulfilling experience, providing scholastic distinction, excellent employment opportunities, and a road to both personal and professional development. But if you put in the effort and are committed, a DU BA can provide you the network, expertise, and information you need to be successful in your chosen industry.

Q: Which is better: an honours course from any ordinary college or a BA from DU?

A: It's challenging to declare with certainty whether a BA from DU or an honours degree from any regular institution is superior because it depends on various factors like:

  • Your career goals and specific academic interests
  • Employers will value a degree from a reputable university like DU more than one from a lesser-known university. However, there are many top-notch universities that aren't as well-known as DU.
  • A college or university's location may also be a crucial consideration. A college or university in a big city would be a good option.
  • Not every honours programme is made equally. While certain honours programmes are more demanding than others, all of them provide greater chances for research and internships.
  • It's crucial to look into the job market in your field of choice if you're worried about where you'll work after graduation. While a degree from a reputable university may help you in the job market, success is not always assured.
  • The college or university that will help you reach your academic and personal objectives and where you feel most at ease is ultimately the best fit for you.

In the end, the best approach to determine if you should pursue a BA from DU or an Honours degree from any regular college is to conduct thorough study and thoroughly consider the advantages and disadvantages of each choice.

Q: Do Arts colleges in Delhi provide placements to their students?

A: Please refer to the table below for the best Arts colleges that offer the highest Return on Investment to their students in the form of placement package:

College Name Tuition Fee Annual Median Package
Hindu College Placement INR 75,900 INR 7.88 LPA
Miranda House Placement INR 44,670 INR 6 LPA
LSRCC Placement INR 57,510 INR 8 LPA
Hansraj College Placement INR 540 INR 7 LPA
Kirori Mal College Placement INR 38,935 INR 6.50 LPA

Q: Can I do Arts in Delhi without any entrance exams?

A: Yes, you can surely go for Arts colleges in Delhi without appearing for any entrance exams as some colleges do accept students on merit basis. Aryabhatta College under University of Delhi is one such college.

Q: Is studying Arts in Delhi considered expensive?

A: No, it can be observed that studying in Delhi can be quite affordable as most of the colleges have an average fee of less than INR 1 lakh. 

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