Jamia B.A Hons Economics Guidelines (B59) – Full Admission Details, Cutoff & Syllabus

Faculty of Social Sciences – Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi

Jamia Millia Islamia’s Faculty of Social Sciences is one of the largest and most vibrant academic units in the university—both in terms of the number of departments and student enrollment. Established in 1976, the Faculty began its journey with just three departments:

• Department of Social Work
• Department of Political Science
• Department of Economics

Over time, it has expanded to include seven departments, offering a wide range of academic programmes that reflect Jamia’s commitment to interdisciplinary excellence.

Jamia B.A Hons Economics Guidelines (B59) – Full Admission Details, Cutoff & Syllabus

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Programme Overview – Jamia B.A. (Hons.) Economics

Entrance Test Schedule

Result Declaration: Within 20–25 days after the entrance test

Jamia Millia Islamia allows candidates for select undergraduate and postgraduate programmes (such as B59) to choose from the following multi‑city test centres when applying:

Available Exam Centres:

• Delhi
• Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh)
• Guwahati (Assam)
• Patna (Bihar)
• Kolkata (West Bengal)
• Srinagar (Jammu & Kashmir)
• Malegaon (Maharashtra) (new)
• Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) (new)
• Calicut / Kozhikode (Kerala) (reintroduced)

Exam Centre Selection Rules

• Candidates applying for multi‑city eligible programmes must choose one centre from the list above.
• Delhi becomes the default (secondary) centre if the selected city has fewer than 50 applicants or in case of cancellations.
• If the allotted centre is cancelled or underfilled, candidates automatically get Delhi as the test centre, as communicated via admit card.

Eligibility Criteria

Senior Secondary School Certificate or an equivalent examination with minimum 50% marks in aggregate of best 5 subjects or in the concerned subject.

Documents Required at the Time of Admission

1. Downloaded Admit Card and Registration Form
2. Two recent passport-size photographs
3. Original marksheet and qualifying exam certificate
4. Proof of age (High School certificate)
5. Permanent address proof (Aadhar, Passport, Voter ID, etc.) with police station and district
6. Category Certificate (Muslim OBC/ST) if applicable
7. Disability Certificate (PWD candidates)
8. Kashmiri Migrants Certificate (if applicable)
9. Jammu & Kashmir Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
10. Character Certificate from last institution attended
11. Blood Group Certificate from MBBS doctor/government hospital
12. Gap Certificate/Affidavit if applicable (from Class 1 Gazetted Officer or Notary)
13. Anti-ragging Undertaking (online at https://www.antiragging.in)
14. Admission Fee Receipt (counterfoil) to be submitted at the Dean/Department Office

Note: Failure to complete admission formalities within the deadline will lead to cancellation.

Category-wise Cutoff – B.A. (Hons.) Economics (2025–26)

PM Vidyalakshmi Scheme

Students admitted to JMI can apply for collateral-free, guarantor-free education loans via the government portal:

• https://www.pmvidyalakshmi.co.in
• No application fees
• Apply to multiple banks

Entrance Syllabus for B.A. (Hons.) Economics (B59)

1. Economics – 50 Marks

• Introductory Microeconomics
  • Consumer Behaviour
  • Production & Costs
  • Firm under Perfect Competition
  • Market Equilibrium
• Introductory Macroeconomics
  • National Income Accounting
  • Money and Banking
  • Determination of Income and Employment
  • Budget & Economy
  • Open Economy
• Indian Economic Development
  • Indian Economy (Pre/Post-Independence)
  • LPG Reforms
  • Human Capital Formation
  • Rural Development
  • Employment (Trends, Types, Composition)
  • Sustainable Development

2. Introductory Maths & Statistics – 30 Marks

• Sets, Relations, Functions
• Permutations, Combinations, Probability
• Limits, Differentiation, Integration
• Matrices & Determinants
• Data Collection and Presentation
• Measures of Central Tendency (Mean, Median, Mode, GM, HM)
• Dispersion (Range, M.D., Variance, S.D.)
• Correlation

3. Language, Reasoning & Awareness – 20 Marks

• General English
• Current Economic Affairs
• Logical Reasoning

Note: Entrance syllabus is based on 10+2 CBSE/State Board level.

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FAQs

What is the programme code for Jamia B.A. (Hons) Economics admission?
The programme code for Jamia B.A. (Hons) Economics is B59.

When is the entrance test scheduled for B.A. (Hons) Economics at Jamia Millia Islamia?
The entrance test for Jamia B.A. (Hons) Economics is scheduled on 24 May 2025, from 12:00 Noon to 01:30 PM in multi-city centres.

How many seats are available for B59 – B.A. (Hons) Economics in JMI?
There are 40 seats available for B59 – B.A. (Hons) Economics at Jamia Millia Islamia.

What is the annual fee for Jamia B.A. (Hons) Economics course?
The annual fee for Jamia B.A. (Hons) Economics is ₹9,875/-.

What is the eligibility for admission to Jamia B.A. (Hons) Economics?
Candidates must have passed Senior Secondary School Certificate or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks in best 5 subjects or in the concerned subject.

What is the syllabus for Jamia B.A. (Hons) Economics entrance exam 2025?
The entrance syllabus includes Economics (50 Marks), Introductory Mathematics & Statistics (30 Marks), and Language, Awareness & Reasoning (20 Marks).

Does The Conceptum offer any guide for Jamia B.A. Hons Economics entrance preparation?
Yes, The Conceptum offers a high-scoring NCERT-based guide tailored for Jamia B.A. (Hons) Economics (B59) preparation with PYQs and mock tests.

Is the syllabus of B.A. (Hons) Economics entrance exam based on Class 12th level?
Yes, the entrance syllabus for B59 – B.A. (Hons) Economics is based on the 10+2 level (Senior Secondary).

What are the cut-off marks for Jamia B.A. (Hons) Economics in 2025?
The general category cut-off for B.A. (Hons) Economics (2025) was 75.00 marks.

Which topics are covered under Introductory Microeconomics in the syllabus?
Topics include: Theory of Consumer Behaviour, Production & Costs, Perfect Competition, Market Equilibrium.

Is there any reservation for Muslim OBC, ST, and Women in B59 admission?
Yes, category-wise reservations are applicable as per Jamia norms for Muslim OBC, Muslim ST, Muslim Women, etc.

What are the required documents for Jamia B.A. (Hons) Economics admission?
Candidates must bring the admit card, registration form, qualifying exam marksheet, ID proof, character certificate, and category certificates (if applicable).

What is the cut-off for Muslim candidates in B.A. (Hons) Economics (2025)?
The cut-off marks for Muslim category in 2025 was 67.75.

How do I apply for an education loan after admission in B.A. (Hons) Economics?
You can apply through the PM Vidyalaxmi portal which provides collateral-free and guarantor-free education loans.

Is there a gap certificate requirement for Jamia B.A. (Hons) Economics admission?
Yes, candidates with a gap must submit an affidavit from a Class 1 Gazetted Officer/Notary explaining the year-wise activity.

What are the topics covered under Statistics in the B59 entrance syllabus?
It includes: data collection, central tendency, dispersion, correlation, variance, and standard deviation.

Which department conducts admission for B.A. (Hons) Economics in JMI?
The Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, conducts admission for B.A. (Hons) Economics.

Is anti-ragging affidavit mandatory for B.A. (Hons) Economics students?
Yes, candidates must submit an online anti-ragging affidavit at antiragging.in.

What is the expected result date for B.A. (Hons) Economics entrance test?
The result is expected to be announced within 20–25 days after the entrance test.

Can I get upgraded to a higher preference course under B59 if eligible?
Yes, upgradation is allowed strictly as per merit and preferences filled, but downgrade or preference change is not allowed after edit deadline.

What are the core topics in Indian Economic Development for the entrance exam?
Key topics: Liberalisation, Human Capital Formation, Rural Development, Employment Trends, Environment.

What are the topics under Language, Reasoning and Awareness section?
It includes General English, Current Economic Affairs, and Logical Reasoning.

Does The Conceptum book cover the full syllabus for B.A. (Hons) Economics B59 entrance?
Yes, The Conceptum’s entrance guide fully aligns with the official B59 syllabus, covering all subjects and question formats.

What is the cut-off for PWD category in B.A. (Hons) Economics at Jamia in 2025?
The cut-off for PWD category was 26.50 marks in the 2025 session.

Where can I find the official website link for the Faculty of Social Sciences at JMI?
You can visit the official site at http://jmi.ac.in/fss for updates regarding the Faculty of Social Sciences.