Aliah University Kolkata BA {Hons.} Islamic Studies: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for BA Hons Islamic Studies at Aliah University is INR 6,600 for the three-year programme. As a government minority university, Aliah University keeps undergraduate fees highly affordable. Hostel charges are payable separately. Confirm current fees with Aliah University admissions before joining.

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent in any stream from a recognised board with at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B). A valid AUAT 2026 (UG category) score is required. Candidates appearing in the 10+2 examination may apply provisionally, subject to meeting the minimum marks requirement at the time of admission.

Ans. Admission to BA Hons Islamic Studies at Aliah University is through AUAT 2026 (Aliah University Admission Test, UG category). Applications open at aliah.ac.in from April 17 to May 12, 2026. Candidates appear in the AUAT UG examination and are allocated seats through merit-based counselling. Selected candidates confirm admission by submitting original documents and paying fees.

Ans. BA Hons Islamic Studies at Aliah University covers Islamic history from early Islam to the modern era, Islamic philosophy and theology, Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh), Quran and Hadith studies, Islamic ethics, and contemporary Islamic thought. The three-year programme develops critical understanding of Islamic civilisation and its contributions to global culture, science, and governance, preparing students for careers in education, research, and public service.

Ans. BA Hons Islamic Studies graduates from Aliah University can pursue careers as Islamic studies teacher, researcher, journalist, public administrator, and community educator. WBSSC and WB TET examinations open government school teaching roles in Islamic studies. Pursuing MA Islamic Studies leads to UGC-NET eligibility for assistant professor positions. NGOs, Islamic education boards, research centres, and media organisations focussed on minority affairs also recruit graduates.

Ans. BA Hons Islamic Studies students at Aliah University can apply for the WB Aikyashree Scholarship for minority community students via wbmdfcscholarship.in, WB SC/ST and OBC post-matric scholarships via oasis.gov.in, the Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS) for minority undergraduate students, and the Central Sector Scheme at scholarships.gov.in. Students are encouraged to check their eligibility and apply within the scholarship deadlines each academic year.