About Department of English, Presidency University, Kolkata
The English department of Presidency University on College Street, Kolkata, heir to Presidency College, teaches a four-year BA Honours, an MA and PhD coursework.
The Department of English at Presidency University descends from the English teaching of the old Presidency College in Kolkata. It describes itself as perhaps one of the oldest places in India where English literature has been taught, going back to the early nineteenth century. Undergraduates study a BA in English, now run as a four-year Honours with Research programme alongside the earlier CBCS syllabus. The department also teaches an MA and runs PhD coursework for research scholars. It works from the university’s main campus at 86/1 College Street, in the heart of Kolkata’s book district.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Merit, Entrance test
Undergraduate admission to Presidency University is done centrally through its online application for the four-year BA and BSc Honours with Research. Some subjects use Class 10 and Class 12 marks while others use the university admission test, as set out in the yearly UG brochure. MA and PhD admissions are announced through separate notices on the university admission page.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Library
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Frequently asked questions
Which degrees does the English department at Presidency University offer?
A BA (now a four-year Honours with Research programme), an MA and PhD.
Where is the department?
On the main campus at 86/1 College Street, Kolkata 700073.
How old is English teaching at Presidency?
The department traces it to the early nineteenth century at the former Presidency College.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Department of English - Presidency University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Departments - Presidency University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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