Alliance University Bangalore BA {Hons.} Sociology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Bangalore, KarnatakaPrivate UniversityEstd 2010NAAC Grade A+

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02 Sep, 2026 Alliance University Bangalore BA {Hons.} Sociology Admission 2027 begins. Apply Now! For more details, click here.

11 May, 2026 Alliance University Bangalore BA {Hons.} Sociology Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 14.03 Lakhs.

Total fees
INR 14 Lakhs
4 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 7.8 LPA
latest university placement page
Cutoff
70%
AUSAT scholarship floor
Alumni network
32,000
Career support network

About Alliance BA Hons Sociology

Alliance University offers a four-year, full-time BA Hons Sociology through the Alliance School of Liberal Arts and Humanities. The course is on campus and has eight semesters. Alliance is NAAC A+ and was ranked #4 for academic industry alliance in 2026. The full fee without hostel is INR 14 Lakhs, and INR 23.25 Lakhs with hostel and living. You apply through the Alliance admission form and take AUSAT, SAT or ACT, followed by a personal interview. The seat count is not published. The latest placement page lists average pay of INR 7.8 LPA. It also lists median pay of INR 7.2 LPA and the highest offer of INR 60.1 LPA.

Alliance BA Hons Sociology Fees

The full course costs INR 14 Lakhs without hostel and INR 23.25 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition and registration fee is INR 14 Lakhs. You pay one registration fee and four programme payments. Hostel and meals add INR 8 Lakhs, and basic living adds INR 1.20 Lakhs. The hostel security deposit comes back when you leave.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Registration feeINR 25,000One time
Programme installmentsINR 13.75 LakhsINR 3.44 Lakhs a year, 4 years
Hostel and mealsINR 8 LakhsINR 2 Lakhs a year, 4 years
Living costINR 1.20 LakhsINR 3,000 a month, 40 months
Total, no hostelINR 14 LakhsFull course
Total with hostelINR 23.25 LakhsFull course

Alliance BA Hons Sociology Admission Dates

The admission form is open from 3 Sep 2026 to 31 May 2027. The second installment date is 15 May 2027. AUSAT, the interview and the offer stage are expected before classes start in Aug 2027. Keep your Class 12 marksheet ready for the document check.

EventDateStatus
Admission form, last date to apply3 Sep 2026 to 31 May 2027Confirmed
AUSAT entrance testDec 2026Tentative
AUSAT result and scoreJan 2027Tentative
Personal interview roundJan 2027Tentative
Provisional admission offerFeb 2027Tentative
First fee paymentFeb 2027Tentative
Second installment payment15 May 2027Confirmed
Document check and enrolmentJul 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

Alliance BA Hons Sociology Eligibility

You need 50% in Class 12 from a recognised board; SC and ST students get a 5% relaxation. You can apply from any stream. AUSAT, SAT or ACT is accepted. If you fall short on marks, ask the Admission Cell before you pay the application fee.

RequirementWhat you need
Class 12 marks50% for General
Relaxed marks45% for SC and ST
Accepted testsAUSAT, SAT or ACT
StreamAny recognised Class 12 board stream

Alliance BA Hons Sociology Admission Process

The application fee is INR 1,000, and the table lists five steps. You submit the form first. The Admission Cell checks your score and interview. If you miss the first fee date, you lose the offered seat.

StepWhat you do
1. Submit formFill the online Alliance application
2. Pay application feePay INR 1,000 for the Indian applicant form
3. Take testUse AUSAT, SAT or ACT
4. Attend interviewMeet the panel for personal interaction
5. Accept offerPay the first fee by the offer letter date

Alliance BA Hons Sociology Cutoff

The college publishes the accepted tests, but it does not publish a course closing score. The AUSAT scholarship table starts at 70% and goes up to 90%. Treat 70% as a safer score for fee help, not as an admission guarantee.

RoutePublished score or ruleYear
AUSAT70% to 90% scholarship score range2027
SATAccepted test, score cutoff not published2027
ACTAccepted test, score cutoff not published2027
InterviewPart of final selection2027

Alliance BA Hons Sociology Placements

The latest placement page lists INR 7.8 LPA average pay and INR 7.2 LPA median pay. The highest offer is INR 60.1 LPA. Sociology students get career support from CAN, the Career Advancement and Networking cell, for internships, mentoring and interviews.

MetricValue
Average payINR 7.8 LPA
Median payINR 7.2 LPA
Highest offerINR 60.1 LPA
Alumni network32,000
Career supportCAN cell for internships and placements

Alliance BA Hons Sociology Scholarships

AUSAT can cut up to INR 6.88 Lakhs from the tuition fee. Sports scholarship can cut up to INR 13.75 Lakhs. The CUET and domicile waivers are smaller. You must apply with papers and keep passing to renew the award.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
AUSAT merit scholarship90% and above in AUSAT with 75% in Class 12INR 6.88 Lakhs
AUSAT freeship80% to 89.99% in AUSATINR 25,000
Karnataka domicile waiverKarnataka study rule and 60% in Class 12INR 68,750
Sports scholarshipNational or international sports levelINR 13.75 Lakhs

Alliance BA Hons Sociology Ranking

Alliance has NAAC A+ and a #4 academic industry alliance score in 2026. The placement page also lists a 32,000 alumni network. Use the grade for academic trust and the alumni figure for mentoring and internship help.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NAAC2026A+
EducationWorld Grand Jury2026#4
Career network202632,000 alumni

Alliance BA Hons Sociology Course Structure

Year 1 builds writing, social theory and research basics. Year 2 adds methods and field work. Year 3 carries a 4-credit internship. Year 4 ends with a 12-credit dissertation, so plan your topic early.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Foundation core, writing and sociology basics
Year 2Theory, research methods and field work
Year 3Electives, applied research and 4-credit internship
Year 4Advanced electives and 12-credit dissertation

Alliance BA Hons Sociology Hostel and Campus

Hostel and meals cost INR 8 Lakhs for four years in the triple room plan. The six-month hostel fee is INR 1 Lakh. Rooms are allotted on a first-come-first-served basis, and you cannot leave the hostel before 12 months unless the university allows it.

ItemDetail
Triple room feeINR 1 Lakh for six months
Four-year hostel costINR 8 Lakhs
Security depositINR 20,000, refundable
Meals and laundryIncluded in the six-month hostel fee

Should you pick BA Hons Sociology at Alliance University?

This course suits students who want social research, field work and policy linked jobs after college.

Pick it if:
You want social sector roles: the course page names CSR, public policy, NGOs, HR and research as career paths.
You want field learning: the course has community projects, field work, applied research and a 4-credit internship.
You need career mentoring: the CAN cell gives internship and interview support through the 32,000 alumni network.
You can pay in four parts: the fee sheet splits INR 14 Lakhs across registration and four programme payments.
Skip it if:
You want a low fee: INR 14 Lakhs is high for arts, so compare it with the INR 7.8 LPA average pay.
You need a sure hostel room: hostel rooms are given on first-come-first-served basis and need a 12-month stay.
You want a published seat count: the course page does not publish seats, so ask before paying the first fee.
You dislike interviews: the selection process uses a personal interview after AUSAT, SAT or ACT.
Counsellor's advice
Take it if you want research, CSR or policy work and can pay the fee. If you need a low-cost arts degree, compare costs first.
BA Hons Sociology Eligibility▾
Class 12 marks: 50% from a recognised board or council. SC and ST students get 5% relaxation.
Stream allowed: Any Class 12 stream can apply for this sociology major.
Test route: AUSAT, SAT or ACT is accepted for the entrance test stage.
Interview: The personal interview is part of the final selection.
BA Hons Sociology Admission Process▾
Submit form: Fill the online Alliance application and pick the sociology honours course.
Pay form fee: Pay INR 1,000 as the Indian applicant fee.
Take test: Use AUSAT, SAT or ACT for the entrance test score.
Attend interview: The panel checks your course fit and your profile.
Accept offer: Pay the first fee by the offer letter date or you lose the seat.

BA Hons Sociology Admission Dates 2027

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These are the official 2027 dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.

The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.
Confirmed
3 Sep 2026 to 31 May 2027
Admission form, last date to apply
Submit the form before 31 May 2027.
Tentative
Dec 2026
AUSAT entrance test
The test score is used before the interview.
Tentative
Jan 2027
AUSAT result and score
Keep the scorecard ready for the interview call.
Tentative
Jan 2027
Personal interview round
The panel checks your course fit and profile.
Tentative
Feb 2027
Provisional admission offer
The offer letter carries the first fee date.
Tentative
Feb 2027
First fee payment
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the offer date.
Confirmed
15 May 2027
Second installment payment
The fee sheet fixes this payment date.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Document check and enrolment
Bring originals for document check.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Hostel booking should be done before classes start.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Admission form, last date to apply
Expected to open after the 2027 intake starts.
Tentative
Dec 2027
AUSAT entrance test
Expected in the same month as this intake.
Tentative
Jan 2028
AUSAT result and score
Expected after the test window.
Tentative
Jan 2028
Personal interview round
Expected soon after the score stage.
Tentative
Feb 2028
Provisional admission offer
Expected after the interview stage.
Tentative
Feb 2028
First fee payment
Expected by the date in the offer letter.
Tentative
May 2028
Second installment payment
Expected in the same month as the 2027 sheet.
Tentative
Jul 2028
Document check and enrolment
Expected before classes start.
Tentative
Aug 2028
Classes start
Expected after document check.

Source: Alliance University fee and course pages. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Alliance University BA Hons Sociology Fees 2027

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This is the full 4-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and living cost.

Registration fee
One time, as per admission cycle
INR 25,000
Programme installments
Per year × 4, INR 3.44 Lakhs a year
INR 13.75 Lakhs
Add hostel + mess + living
Hostel and meals
Per year × 4, INR 2 Lakhs a year
INR 8 Lakhs
Hostel maintenance fee
One time, in year 1
INR 5,000
Living cost
Per month × 40, INR 3,000 a month
INR 1.20 Lakhs
Hostel security deposit
One time, returned when you leave
INR 20,000
Total course fee
INR 14 Lakhs
4 years · registration + programme installments, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 23.25 Lakhs
4 years · registration + programme installments + hostel and living
Education loan EMI
INR 23,605
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
56%
average first-year pay INR 7.8 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 39,201
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
34%
average first-year pay INR 7.8 LPA vs the full fee

Source: Alliance University fee structure. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you BA Hons Sociology at Alliance University?

Pick your category and test route. The cutoff ranges are guidance because the final course cutoff is not published.

Category
Test route
General · AUSAT
90 or above: strong chance. Submit the form and prepare for the interview.
70 to 89: almost there. Keep documents ready and apply early.
Below 70: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying the first fee.
General · SAT or ACT
90 or above: strong chance. Submit the form and prepare for the interview.
70 to 89: almost there. Keep documents ready and apply early.
Below 70: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying the first fee.
OBC-NCL · AUSAT
90 or above: strong chance. Submit the form and prepare for the interview.
70 to 89: almost there. Keep documents ready and apply early.
Below 70: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying the first fee.
OBC-NCL · SAT or ACT
90 or above: strong chance. Submit the form and prepare for the interview.
70 to 89: almost there. Keep documents ready and apply early.
Below 70: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying the first fee.
SC · AUSAT
90 or above: strong chance. Submit the form and prepare for the interview.
70 to 89: almost there. Keep documents ready and apply early.
Below 70: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying the first fee.
SC · SAT or ACT
90 or above: strong chance. Submit the form and prepare for the interview.
70 to 89: almost there. Keep documents ready and apply early.
Below 70: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying the first fee.
ST · AUSAT
90 or above: strong chance. Submit the form and prepare for the interview.
70 to 89: almost there. Keep documents ready and apply early.
Below 70: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying the first fee.
ST · SAT or ACT
90 or above: strong chance. Submit the form and prepare for the interview.
70 to 89: almost there. Keep documents ready and apply early.
Below 70: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying the first fee.
EWS · AUSAT
90 or above: strong chance. Submit the form and prepare for the interview.
70 to 89: almost there. Keep documents ready and apply early.
Below 70: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying the first fee.
EWS · SAT or ACT
90 or above: strong chance. Submit the form and prepare for the interview.
70 to 89: almost there. Keep documents ready and apply early.
Below 70: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying the first fee.
EDITOR'S NOTE

Alliance publishes accepted tests and scholarship score ranges, not a course closing score. Use 70 and above as the safer planning mark, then focus on the interview.

Alliance University BA Hons Sociology Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

AUSAT merit scholarship
INR 6.88 Lakhs
Alliance University
A 50% tuition fee waiver for the highest AUSAT score range.
Who qualifies: AUSAT 90% and above with Class 12 marksApply by May 2027
Not eligible on your answers
AUSAT freeship
INR 25,000
Alliance University
One-time fee help for students who cross the AUSAT floor.
Who qualifies: AUSAT 80% to 89.99%Apply by May 2027
Not eligible on your answers
Karnataka domicile waiver
INR 68,750
Alliance University
A 5% tuition fee waiver for students who meet the Karnataka study rule.
Who qualifies: Karnataka study rule and 60% in Class 12Apply by May 2027
Not eligible on your answers
Sports scholarship
INR 13.75 Lakhs
Alliance University
Tuition fee waiver for national or international sports level.
Who qualifies: sports quota after entrance testApply by May 2027
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 25,000
Your net course fee: INR 13.75 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 14 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 14 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 0
Estimated total waiver
INR 7.13 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 6.87 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 93,750
Your net course fee: INR 13.06 Lakhs

Alliance University BA Hons Sociology vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to Alliance University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, a stronger network.

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Hostel + mess4 years, triple room where published
INR 8 Lakhs
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If Christ gives you a much lower fee and the same course fit, compare it closely. If you want the larger Alliance placement page numbers, keep Alliance University high.
In short
If St Joseph gives you a much lower fee and the same course fit, compare it closely. If you want the larger Alliance placement page numbers, keep Alliance University high.
In short
If Jain gives you a much lower fee and the same course fit, compare it closely. If you want the larger Alliance placement page numbers, keep Alliance University high.
In short
If Mount Carmel gives you a much lower fee and the same course fit, compare it closely. If you want the larger Alliance placement page numbers, keep Alliance University high.
In short
If Presidency gives you a much lower fee and the same course fit, compare it closely. If you want the larger Alliance placement page numbers, keep Alliance University high.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on Alliance University BA Hons Sociology

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is BA Hons Sociology at Alliance University worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want field work, social research and career support in Bengaluru. The full fee without hostel is INR 14 Lakhs, and the latest placement page lists INR 7.8 LPA average pay. If you need a loan, check the EMI tile before you decide.
Should I take this course if I am unsure about sociology?▾
Take it only if people, society and research questions interest you. The course has field work, community projects, a 4-credit internship and a 12-credit dissertation. If you mainly want a quick corporate degree, speak to the department before you pay.
What jobs can I aim for after this course?▾
You can aim for CSR, HR, public policy, NGO work, research, market research and higher studies. The university placement page lists INR 7.8 LPA average pay, but course-level pay is not published. Build internships from year 2 and use the CAN cell early.
Is this course good for higher studies and research?▾
Yes, it fits higher studies well. You study theory, research methods, field work and a dissertation of 12 credits. If you want a master's abroad, start building a research topic and writing sample by year 3.
Who should skip this course at Alliance?▾
Skip it if you want the lowest arts fee or a course with a published seat count. The full fee is INR 14 Lakhs without hostel, and seats are not published on the course page. Ask the Admission Cell for intake clarity before you pay.
Should I choose this over a plain BA Sociology?▾
Choose it if you want a broader honours course with foundation core, electives, field work and internship. The page says the major mixes sociology with related social science learning. If you only want the lowest fee, compare the full cost first.
Is the hostel cost worth adding?▾
Add hostel only if campus living matters to you. The triple room plan costs INR 8 Lakhs across four years, with meals and laundry included for each six-month fee. If you live nearby, the no-hostel fee keeps the cost lower.
Is AUSAT important for admission and scholarship?▾
Yes, AUSAT matters for both selection and fee help. Alliance also accepts SAT and ACT, but the scholarship table gives clear AUSAT ranges from 70% to 90%. Try to cross 90% if you are aiming for the larger waiver.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes. The official fee sheet splits INR 14 Lakhs into a registration fee and four programme payments. The second payment date is 15 May 2027. Check your offer letter for the first fee date, because missing it can cost the seat.
Are scholarships strong enough to change the decision?▾
They can change it if you score high. The AUSAT merit scholarship can cut INR 6.88 Lakhs, and sports scholarship can cut INR 13.75 Lakhs. Check the calculator above, then confirm the papers needed before you count on the waiver.
Will the city help me with internships?▾
Yes, Bengaluru helps if you use it early. The course points to CSR, NGOs, policy and research work, and the city has many organisations in those areas. Start looking in year 2 and use faculty leads for field projects.
What should I check before accepting the offer?▾
Check three things before you accept: the first fee date, hostel room availability and the scholarship papers. The hostel is allotted on a first-come-first-served basis, and the course fee is INR 14 Lakhs without hostel. Keep written proof for every payment.

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Alliance University Bangalore: 2 Answered Questions

Is the executive PGDM course from Alliance University recognized by WES Canada? Is it considered equivalent to a master’s degree?

Rupohi BhumikAlliance University (2019)

Someone I know recently got his PGDM degree evaluated by WES. To answer your question, the one-year PGDM diploma is not considered a master’s. My friend completed his Executive PGDM with Business Analytics as a specialization. Canada’s equivalent report for his degree is as follows. You can find the specification here and proceed accordingly. 

  • Credential Authentication: Documents will be sent directly by the institute.
  • Country: India
  • Credential: Postgraduate Diploma (Executive)
  • Major: Management
  • Awarded by: Alliance University
  • Status: Recognized University
  • Canadian Equivanalancy: Postgraduate Diploma (one year)

You can get your postgraduate degree evaluated by WES or IAQS. Hope this was helpful.

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I got admission to the MBA course at Alliance University, Bangalore. Is this a good choice?

Sagarika GuptaStudied at Alliance University (2019)

Master of Business AdministrationorMBAis one of the most popular post-graduate programs in India and abroad. Admissionto the course is granted on the basis of the AllianceManagement Aptitude Test (AMAT)exam. However, theuniversitygives preference to candidates with a score in CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/GMAT/KMAT/NMAT. One has to pay 13.5 Lacs in 2 year on an installment basis.

  • In 2020 Alliance University has been ranked 39 among the Management institutes by National Institutional Ranking Framework(NIRF).
  • The faculty consists of highly experienced and qualified professors who belong from IIT, IIM, NIT and other International Institutions. They have been mentoring students passionately and providing them the correct balance for theoretical and practical learning.
  • It has also been featured in "Great Indian Institutes” Forbes Indian Marquee Edition in association with skill tree knowledge Consortium and a great place to study in 2018.

The institute provides 3-6 months of internship programs for students before the final placements. Roles offered by Alliance School of Business are key account manager, relationship manager, HR business partner, assistant, strategic growth analyst e.t.c. MBA placements at Alliance University offered the highest salary package compared to other courses of INR 22.6 LPA, while the average salary was 7.6 LPA in the year 2019. More than 90% of students got placed in reputed firms. Their regular recruiting partners include names such as Amazon India, TATA Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra, Wipro, Axis Bank, Decathlon and many more. Overall it is a good university and one would not regret after taking admission in this university.

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