The BA Bengali (Honours) at Loreto College, Kolkata, is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated to the University of Calcutta and offered by one of Kolkata’s leading autonomous women’s colleges. Established in 1912 and awarded NAAC Grade A, Loreto College is recognised for academic rigour, a vibrant campus environment, and consistent graduate outcomes. The programme focuses on Bengali literature from ancient to modern periods, linguistics, poetry and prose analysis, comparative literature, translation studies, and critical theory, preparing graduates for careers in educational institutions, print and broadcast media, government services, publishing houses, cultural organisations, NGOs, and academic research. Admission is merit-based on class 12 marks through the University of Calcutta centralised admission portal.
BA Bengali (Honours) admissions for 2026-27 at Loreto College are conducted through the University of Calcutta’s centralised undergraduate admission portal at cuugadmission.in. Admission is merit-based on class 12 marks; Loreto College may also consider CUET-UG scores for the 2026-27 cycle. CUET-UG 2026 was held from May 11 to May 31, 2026 with results on June 14, 2026 (Tentative). Candidates should monitor cuugadmission.in and loretocollege.edu.in for the 2026-27 merit list and cut-off.
Key Points
- Programme: BA Bengali (Honours), Full Time, 3 years (6 semesters)
- Total Fees: INR 1,07,400 (INR 37,800 in Year 1, INR 34,800 per year in Years 2 and 3)
- College: Loreto College, Kolkata (autonomous women’s college, University of Calcutta affiliated, NAAC Grade A)
- Admission: Merit-based on class 12 marks; CUET-UG 2026 scores also accepted; apply at cuugadmission.in
- Graduates can work as Bengali language teacher, journalist, translator, content writer, civil services officer, broadcaster, copywriter, and academic researcher
Loreto College Kolkata BA Bengali Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Year 1 BA Bengali Fee | INR 37,800 |
| Year 2 BA Bengali Fee | INR 34,800 |
| Year 3 BA Bengali Fee | INR 34,800 |
| Total Fees (Hostel charges separate) | INR 1,07,400 |
- Total programme fees for the 3-year BA Bengali (Honours) at Loreto College, Kolkata, is INR 1,07,400 (INR 37,800 in Year 1 and INR 34,800 per year in Years 2 and 3). Fees are subject to revision; verify the current fee schedule at loretocollege.edu.in before joining.
- Additional charges such as examination fees, library fees, and hostel accommodation (if availed) are over and above the stated tuition fee.
Loreto College Kolkata BA Bengali Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CUET-UG 2026 Registration End | February 26, 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 Exam Date | May 11 to May 31, 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 Result | June 14, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Loreto College UG Admission Portal Opens (Tentative) | June 2026 |
| Merit List Publication (Tentative) | July 2026 |
| Document Verification and Admission (Tentative) | July to August 2026 |
| Classes Commence (Tentative) | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| CUET-UG 2026 | February 26, 2026 | May 11 to May 31, 2026 | June 14, 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission to BA Bengali (Honours) at Loreto College is merit-based on class 12 marks; candidates may also use CUET-UG 2026 scores. Apply through cuugadmission.in as per the University of Calcutta admission schedule.
- Eligibility: Passed class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks; English must be one of the subjects studied at the 10+2 level.
- Documents required at admission include class 10 and class 12 marksheets, transfer certificate, character certificate, caste/category certificate (if applicable), and Aadhaar card.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks; English as a core subject at the 10+2 level is required.
- Candidates who are appearing in the class 12 board examination in 2026 may apply provisionally; final admission is confirmed on meeting the eligibility criteria.
- Admission is open to female candidates only, as Loreto College is a women’s institution.
Admission Process
- Register on the University of Calcutta undergraduate admission portal at cuugadmission.in and apply for the BA Bengali (Honours) programme at Loreto College.
- Submit class 12 mark sheet, CUET-UG scorecard (if applicable), and other required documents through the admission portal.
- Loreto College publishes merit lists on its official website (loretocollege.edu.in); check the cut-off for your chosen subject.
- Report for document verification at Loreto College, Kolkata, on the notified date with all original documents.
- Pay the first-year fee within the stipulated deadline to confirm the seat; the 2026-27 academic session commences in August 2026.
Loreto College Kolkata BA Bengali Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| West Bengal Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | As per state norms | Students with strong academic record and financial need; apply through the WB state scholarship portal |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per scheme norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EBC students; apply via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) |
| Central Sector Scholarship of Higher Education | INR 10,000/year | Students from non-reserved category with class 12 above 80th percentile and family income below INR 4.5 lakh/year |
| Minority Community Scholarship | As per scheme norms | Students from notified minority communities; apply via National Scholarship Portal |
- Students from SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EBC categories should apply for post-matric scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) within the announced deadlines after admission.
- West Bengal state merit scholarships are available for students with a strong 10+2 record; contact the college office for the application schedule.
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