Agra College BA Defence and Strategic Studies FAQs
Ques. What is the eligibility for BA Defence and Strategic Studies at Agra College?
Ans. Candidates need a Class 12 (10+2) pass from a recognised board with at least 45 percent aggregate for general category applicants. SC and ST candidates are eligible at 40 percent. No entrance examination is required for BA Defence and Strategic Studies at Agra College. Admission is through the DBRAU merit list at dbrauadm.samarth.edu.in.
Ques. What is the total fee for BA Defence and Strategic Studies at Agra College?
Ans. The total fee for the 3-year BA Defence and Strategic Studies at Agra College is INR 14,556 as per the official fee chart for 2025-26. Annual fees decrease from Year 1 to Year 3 as admission charges apply only in the first year. DBRAU examination fees are separate. Agra College’s government-aided status keeps fees among the lowest for arts education in Uttar Pradesh.
Ques. What subjects are covered in BA Defence and Strategic Studies at Agra College?
Ans. The BA Defence and Strategic Studies programme at Agra College under the DBRAU syllabus covers national security concepts, military strategy, Indian defence policy, international relations, arms control, and strategic studies over six semesters. Practical sessions on drill, map reading, and field exercises are conducted alongside theory papers. Optional papers on terrorism and internal security are available in later semesters.
Ques. What careers are available after BA Defence and Strategic Studies from Agra College?
Ans. BA Defence and Strategic Studies graduates from Agra College can pursue careers in the civil services (IPS, IFS, defence services), NDA and CDS examinations, state police, paramilitary forces, and defence journalism. The degree is also accepted as the optional paper in UPSC mains and qualifies graduates for MA Defence Studies at DBRAU and other universities.
Ques. Is Agra College NAAC accredited and DBRAU-affiliated?
Ans. Yes. Agra College holds NAAC Grade A accreditation and is affiliated to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University (DBRAU), Agra, a UGC-recognised state university. Degrees are valid for government employment, postgraduate admission, and competitive examinations including UPSC and state PCS.
Ques. Are scholarships available for BA Defence and Strategic Studies at Agra College?
Ans. SC, ST, and OBC students can apply for UP government post-matric scholarships via scholarship.up.gov.in. The Central Sector Scheme provides INR 12,000 per year to students who scored in the top 20 percentile in Class 12 with family income below INR 8 lakh. National Scholarship Portal schemes cover eligible minority candidates. Applications are submitted after the start of the academic session.
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