Presidency College Chennai BA Political Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Admission to BA Political Science at PCC is through the TNGASA UG portal at tngasa.in. During the May 2027 application window, candidates register, fill in their college and course preferences, and submit Class 12 mark details. A merit list is published based on Class 12 aggregate marks under the applicable reservation category. No entrance examination is conducted. Selected candidates report to PCC with original documents and pay the first-year fee of INR 1,295 to confirm admission.

Ans. The total fee for BA Political Science at Presidency College Chennai is INR 3,875 for the complete 3-year programme. Year 1 costs INR 1,295 (including a one-time INR 5 admission charge), and Years 2 and 3 cost INR 1,290 each. Hostel charges are payable separately if applicable. PCC is a Tamil Nadu government autonomous college and its fees are regulated, making it among the most affordable Political Science degrees in Chennai.

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board. Students from Arts, Commerce, or Science streams are eligible to apply for BA Political Science at Presidency College Chennai. Admission is based entirely on Class 12 aggregate marks through the TNGASA UG merit list. No minimum percentage is fixed universally, but the merit cut-off varies by category and the demand for seats in the programme.

Ans. BA Political Science from Presidency College Chennai provides a strong academic foundation in Indian governance, constitutional law, international relations, and public policy, which are core UPSC GS paper areas. PCC’s government autonomous status and University of Madras affiliation give the degree strong recognition. Students can supplement classroom learning with access to Chennai’s public libraries, coaching institutes, and civil services preparation communities in the city.

Ans. After BA Political Science from PCC, graduates can appear for UPSC Civil Services, TNPSC Group exams, or Tamil Nadu government administrative roles. Entry into law (LLB), MA Political Science, or journalism are other common paths. Roles in NGOs, think tanks, and political campaigns are also pursued. Many students progress to MA, MPhil, or PhD in Political Science to become lecturers in Tamil Nadu government colleges through TNPSC recruitment.

Ans. BA Political Science admissions at Presidency College Chennai for the 2027-28 session are expected to open in May 2027 through the TNGASA UG portal at tngasa.in. The 2026-27 batch was admitted through applications held between May 7 and May 29, 2026, with the PCC rank list published on June 4, 2026 and classes commencing in June 2026. Candidates preparing for the 2027 cycle should monitor tngasa.in from May 2027 onwards.