HRIT University Ghaziabad BA {Hons.} Economics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 in any stream from a recognised board with a minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST). No compulsory subject from Class 12 is required. Admission is through CUET-UG 2026 score or HRIT HNAT. Students from Science, Commerce, and Humanities streams are all eligible to apply for BA Hons Economics at HRIT.

Ans. Yes. A BA Hons degree from HRIT University, a UGC-recognised institution, is a valid qualification for appearing in UPSC CSE and UP PCS examinations. Economics is also a popular optional subject for UPSC Mains. Students with strong Economics fundamentals from the programme can directly prepare for civil services alongside their graduation.

Ans. The BA Hons Economics curriculum at HRIT covers microeconomics, macroeconomics, statistics and econometrics, development economics, public finance, international trade, and Indian economic policy. The programme follows the NEP 2020 framework with multidisciplinary options allowing students to study subjects from other departments as minor or elective courses across three years.

Ans. BA Economics graduates can pursue careers in banking (RBI, NABARD, SBI PO), insurance, economic research, civil services, development sector organisations, economic journalism, and corporate market research. Most students continue to MA Economics or MBA Finance for specialised career preparation. The NCR location helps graduates access Delhi-based entry-level research and analyst roles.

Ans. Yes. HRIT University is a UGC-recognised private university and its BA Hons degrees are valid for postgraduate admission at other universities, including central and state universities accepting CUET-PG scores. Graduates can apply to MA Economics programmes across India using their HRIT BA Hons degree and a valid CUET-PG score after graduation.

Ans. The total 3-year fee for BA Hons Economics at HRIT University is INR 89,700, payable at INR 29,900 per year at the beginning of each academic year. SC/ST/OBC/EBC students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh may be eligible for state post-matric scholarship, which can reimburse the full or partial annual fee through the UP scholarship portal.