Top 10 Colleges for English Honours in Kolkata: English Hons is a leading field in today’s world and English Hons students will be in demand in the upcoming years. There are a lot of colleges in the city which offer this course and choosing one from the everlasting list can be a nerve-wracking task. To help you pick the college of your choice, in this article we are penning down the top 10 colleges to study English Hons along with their key takeaways.<
1. PRESIDENCY COLLEGE
This college is one of the oldest colleges in the city. It is presently known as Presidency University. It was established in 1817 and till date has an incredible reputation for imparting the best knowledge and values to its students. Not only in Kolkata, but it is also one of the most prestigious universities in the entire country. The university offers a full time 3 years course in Bachelor of Arts in English (Hons). It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and has an ‘A’ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).
| PRESIDENCY UNIVERSITY ADMISSION | DETAILS |
| Presidency College English Honours Fee | 13,600/- (Approx) |
| Course Type | Full time. |
| Minimum Qualification | 40% marks in class 12th examination. |
| Total Number Of Seats | 30 |
| Admission Through | Presidency University Bachelor Degree Entrance Test (PUBDET) |
| University Type | UGC Approved |
| Official Website | www.presiuniv.ac.in |
2. JADAVPUR UNIVERSITY
Established in 1955. The history of Jadavpur University can be traced back to the times when India was fighting to achieve freedom. During those days, our leaders understood that imparting knowledge and value education was a very crucial thing. With this thought in mind a university was set up to spread wisdom. After the independence of India, finally an Act was passed which brought Jadavpur University into being. Today there are a lot of courses that are offered in this institution. It offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with Honours in English. It has an ‘A’ grade by the NAAC. The important points to keep in mind are enlisted here.
| JADAVPUR UNIVERSITY ADMISSION | DETAILS |
| Jadavpur College English Honours Fee | 7,200/- (Approx) |
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3. ST. XAVIER’S COLLEGE
It is a private, autonomous college. Established in 1860, it is named after St. Francis Xavier, a saint who travelled to India. In 2006, it was the first autonomous college in the state of West Bengal. At that time there was just one branch of this college but today the college has spread it’s wings and has a number of branches here and there like Dr. Xavier’s University. The main campus offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with Honours in English. It has a NAAC grade of ‘A++’. St. Xavier’s is extremely well known for its level of faculty and the merit of its students. It is the best of students who get admission and a scope to study in this college. The key points are highlighted below.
| ST. XAVIER’S COLLEGE ADMISSION | DETAILS |
| ST. Xavier College English Honours Fee | Rs. 48,5000/- per semester. (Approx) |
| Duration of course | 3 Years |
| University Type | Deemed University |
| Education Qualification | Passed 10+2 Exam From Recognised Board |
| Official Website | www.sxccal.edu |
4. BETHUNE COLLEGE
Established by J.E.D. Bethune in 1849, it was primarily known as the Hindu Female School. When J.E.D. Bethune came to India he was deeply moved by the amount of illeteracy which prevailed among females. He saw the need to emancipate women and thus as the first step he built the school for girl child empowerment. It is known worldwide for its unforgettable contribution in gifting the world female scholars who have made huge improvements in the day to day life of people. Today, the college offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with English Honours. It is the first women’s college in Asia reaccredited at the ‘A’ grade by NAAC. Key points are as follows.
| BETHUNE COLLEGE ADMISSION | DETAILS |
| Fees structure | Rs. 3,588/- (Approximately) |
| Affiliated to | University of Calcutta |
| Eligibility | Merit-based. The minimum is 75% to 85% in English in the 12th board exam. |
| Official website | www.bethunecollege.ac.in |
| Course Duration | 3 Years |
5. SHRI SHIKSHAYATAN COLLEGE
Another college dedicated to the education and empowerment of the girl child. It is a private college and is well known for the undergraduate courses in liberal arts. There are a number of notable alumni from this college. One of them is the present chief minister of the State of West Bengal. Students highly prefer studying English Hons from this college. The entire course of B.A. with English Hons. is divided into a 1+1+1 system of examination, one exam at the end of each year. The total marks for each exam are 500, 600, and 500 respectively. The important details are as follows:
| SHRI SHIKSHAYATAN COLLEGE ADMISSION | DETAILS |
| Fees Structure | Rs. 96,000/- (Approx) |
| Course duration | 3 Years |
| Affiliated To | Calcutta University |
| General Category | Minimum aggregate 50% and 50% in English OR if aggregate between 45% and 50%, minimum 55% marks in English. |
| SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B | minimum 40% marks in aggregate OR 40% marks in the subject or related subjects. |
| Official Website | shrishikshayatancollege.org |
6. LORETO COLLEGE
It is a Catholic Women’s College in Kolkata. The first college to begin the English Hons Department course. It was established in 1912 by the Religious Order of the Institute of The Blessed Virgin Mary. It has an excellent academic record in liberal arts for women and is placed in rank 75 in the all India level by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India in 2020. The college has constantly tirelessly given efforts to lift the status of women and make them competent to contribute to the society. The department offers Honours and Elective English courses as well as the AECC course for the first-year students. The important points are highlighted herein.
| LORETO COLLEGE ADMISSION | DETAILS |
| Fees Structure | 17,740/- (Approx) |
| Duration of course | 3 Years |
| Official Website | www.Loretocollege.in |
| Admission Process | Merit-based. Minimum 60% marks in the qualifying exam in English. |
| Affiliated By | University Of Calcutta |
| Education Qualification | 12th Pass from Recognised By Govt. Board |
7. LADY BRABOURNE COLLEGE
Established by the Government of Bengal in 1939 and named after the wife of Lord Brabourne, the college began with 35 Muslim students. It was founded with the vision of providing education to Muslim girl child which was near impossible during those days. Today it is one of the premier institutions for women’s’ education in India. It has spread structurally, academically and has inculcated the best facilities, faculties and students under its roof. It follows the CBCS system. The notice for admission is usually released during the month of July every year. The important details are enlisted below.
| LADY BRAMOURNE COLLEGE ADMISSION | DETAILS |
| Course Fee | 10,527/- (Approx) |
| Affiliated To | University Of Calcutta |
| Eligibility | Merit-based admission process. Minimum 85% in the 10+2 aggregate or 92% in English. |
| Number Of Seats | 41 Seats |
| Official Website | ladybrabourne.com/ |
| Education Qualification | 12th Pass From Recognised Board |
8. MAULANA AZAD COLLEGE
The college was founded in 1926 by the then Governor of Bengal and was called Islamia College. It is a fully government administered college and is located in the ‘Lotus crossing’ of the city. It was established with the mission of imparting Islamic knowledge among people during British India. Today, the college is dedicated to the upliftment of youth and for spreading excellent quality education to its students. It has a number of courses including Islamic subjects and languages like Urdu. The highlights of the course of BA. With English Hons. are as follows.
| MAULANA AZAD COLLEGE ADMISSION | DETAILS |
| Eligibility criteria – General category | 60% marks in aggregate and 60% marks in English. |
| Eligibility criteria – SC/ST/OBC Category | 40% marks in aggregate and 40% marks in English. |
| Course Fee | Rs. 25,295/- (Approx) |
| Course Duration | 3 Years |
| No. Of Seats | 49 |
| Official Website | www.maulanaazadcollegekolkata.ac.in |
9. ASHUTOSH COLLEGE
It was the first college in the state to have been accredited by the NAAC in 2002. It was established in 1916 as the South Suburban College by Sir Ashutosh Mukherjee who was the then Vice Chancellor of the University of Calcutta. In 2002 it was given a CGPA of 3.2 which made it secure a position in the top 4 colleges of West Bengal in that year. The subject combination allowed in English Hons is Political science and (Philosophy or History). The other important highlights are as follows.
| ASHUTOSH COLLEGE ADMISSION | DETAILS |
| Course Fee | 12,150/- |
| Affiliated To | University Of Calcutta |
| Admission Through | Merit-Based:
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| Course Duration | 3 Years |
| Number of seats | 125 |
| Official Website | www.asutoshcollege.in |
10. SCOTTISH CHURCH COLLEGE
This college was established in 1830 as a General Assembly Institution and was later renamed in 1929. it was founded by Rev. Alexander Deff, who was the first missionary to India from the Church of Scotland. It was established with the purpose of spreading European education in alliance with the doctrine of Christianity. Notable alumni of this college are Swami Vivekananda and Subhash Chandra Bose. It is the second oldest college in North Calcutta and offers Honours in 15 subjects at the undergraduate level. There are 7 generic elective subjects offered with English Hons. The highlights are enlisted herewith.
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SCOTTISH CHURCH COLLEGE |
DETAILS |
| Duration of Course | 3 Years |
| Admission Through | Merit-Based:
Must have secured 60% in aggregate and 70% marks in English in the 12th examination. |
| Course Fee | 26,100/- (Approx) |
| Number Of Seats | 55 |
| Official Website | www.scottishchurch.ac.in |
