Rabindra Bharati University Kolkata Answered Questions

The Fees of BFA in PaintingThe fee structure of Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Painting at Rabindra Bharati University changes entirely based on the programs or year of study. Some general components would include tuition fees, examination fees, and other costs regarding material and studio use. As per the latest update for the year 2024-2025, the tuition fee is around 10,000-15,000 INR for this mentioned course on a whole-year basis. Admission fee is a one-time payable fee which is separate from semester-wise examination fees which range from 1,000 to 2,500 INR.Plan and budget for paint and some other materials, depending on the individual, and this could be adding 5,000-10,000 per year on top of what is paid in tuition and other fees. 

To pursue a B.A. (Hons.) in English at Rabindra Bharati University, you must typically have passed your 12th grade with a minimum of 50% marks in the relevant subject (English), with a reduced requirement of 45% for SC/ST/PWD categories; this is the most recent cutoff information for the programme. Key Points to Remember:Eligibility requirements: 50% aggregate in 12th standard with English as a key subject (45% for reserved groups). Admission is based on merit, with a focus on 12th standard English marks.

The admission requirement for Rabindra Bharati University, M.A. in Sociology is rather standard and normally require the students who want to be admitted for the program to score a minimum of 50% in Undergraduate degree in Sociology or any other related field. SC/ST/OBC category students need least 45% percentage to get an entry for the examination. Selection for ordinant quota, which has a large portion of the total seats , is done on merit basis for other groups and there is an element of entrance test , on and only if there are more applicants than the number of seats. This means that there is no standard test that all candidates sitting for the examinations have to write but the university has the right to set one for some categories or in case of equality. 

At the time of provisional admission, shortlisted candidates must pay the first-semester admission fees through the online payment gateway. The fee amount differs for Indian and Foreign candidates. It also varies across the two faculties through with the BA courses are offered. The following table presents the Rabindra Bharati University BA fees payable at the time of provisional admission:CoursesBA Admission FeesBA courses offered through the Faculty of Arts (English, Bengali, Sanskrit, History, Political Science, Philosophy and Economics)Indian students: INR 1,465Foreign students: INR 4,315BA courses offered through the Faculty of Fine Arts (Rabindra Sangeet, Vocal Music, Dance, Drama, Instrumental Music, Percussion and Western Classical Music)Indian students: INR 1,665Foreign students: INR 4,515

The total tuition fees of MBA is INR 2.5 lakh. Candidates are required to pay the course fee after completion of all the selection rounds to confirm their seats. In case, a candidate is unable to pay the fee within the specified time, his or her admission will stand cancelled. Candidates will also require to pay a registration fee to apply for admission. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

The curriculum for BA (History) at RBU is based on the Choice-Based Credit Scheme and follows a semester pattern. In each semester, students have to study a mix of core and elective subjects. Some core and elective subjects included in the course curriculum are presented in the table below:RBU BA (History) CurriculumCore CoursesElective CoursesHistory of IndiaSocial Formations and Cultural Patterns of the Ancient WorldRise of the Modern WestHistory of Modern EuropeEnvironmental Issues in IndiaResearch Methodology in HistoryMaking of Contemporary IndiaIssues in Contemporary World 

The selection criteria for BA admission at Rabindra Bharati University depends on the sought BA specialisation. The univeristy releases a merit list of shortlisted candidates based on the following selection criteria:RBU BA CoursesRBU BA Selection CriteriaEnglish, Bengali, Sanskrit, History, Political Science, Philosophy and Economics20% weightage to Class 10 score30% weightage to Class 12 aggregate in top four subjects excluding Environmental Studies50% weightage to the Class 12 score in the subject in which Major/Hons/Hons with Research is soughtRabindra Sangeet, Vocal Music, Dance, Drama, Instrumental Music, Percussion and Western Classical Music50% weightage to Practical Test30% weightage to Written Theoretical Test20% weightage to Class 12 aggregate in top four subjects 

Yes, Rabindra Bharati University reserves seats for various categories while admitting students to its BA courses. The seat reservation policies followed by the university are as follows:Five seats in each course offered by the Faculty of Arts are reserved for candidates applying for admission under the Sports Quota.Reservation of seats for ST/SC/OBC-A/OBC-B/EWS/PWD categories will be as per the West Bengal Government rules.Reserved category candidates from states other than West Bengal will be treated as unreserved category candidatesSC/ST/OBC candidates who are shortlisted in the General merit list will also be placed in the Reserved Category merit list. They will have an option to be admitted through the General merit list or the Reserved Category merit list.Five supernumerary seats (over and above the sanctioned intake) are reserved for Foreign/NRI candidates.

No, Rabindra Bharati University has already concluded BA admissions for the curent academic year (2024-25). The admission process is conducted in the months of July and August for most BA courses. In some cases, it may extend till the first week of October. Candidates seeking admission to the academic year to 2025-26 must wait for the application window to open. It is expected to open in July 2025. Candidates must frequently visit the university's official website to avoid missing the deadline.

In 2024, Internal students with a range of specializations can apply for postgraduate admission to Rabindra Bharati University. MA Hons programs in history, political science, Bengali, English, philosophy, Sanskrit, and other subjects are available to students. The deadline for Rabindra Bharati University's PG admission in 2024 is September 3, 2024. Online Provisional Admission process is to be done and necessary course fees must be paid online by the qualified applicants. A voice test and admission exam will be conducted for external students.