BA Arabic is a language and literature degree. You learn to read, write and speak Arabic and study its literature and history, and the culture of the Arabic-speaking world.
In CUET UG 2026, 4 central universities list BA Arabic: BHU, JNU, EFLU and DU. English, Hindi and the General Aptitude Test are the papers asked most often. BHU asks for English or Hindi plus the General Aptitude Test. JNU makes both English and the General Aptitude Test compulsory. EFLU accepts any one of 13 language papers plus the General Aptitude Test. DU asks for one language and three other subjects, or two languages and two other subjects. None of the four lists an Arabic paper.
Eligibility is Class 12 with 45% to 50% marks. EFLU needs English as a Class 12 subject, and BHU sets an age limit of 22 years on 1 July 2026. Tip: English and the General Aptitude Test cover BHU, JNU and EFLU.
CUET papers asked for BA Arabic
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4 universities offering BA Arabic
BA (Hons) Arabic
CUET: English (101) or Hindi (102) language test, plus the General Aptitude Test (501).
▸ Eligibility
10+2 or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate. Age: not more than 22 years on 1 July 2026.
BA (Hons) Arabic
CUET: English (101) and General Aptitude Test (501) are both compulsory; skipping either means no admission consideration.
▸ Eligibility and selection
10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board or University with at least 45% marks; candidates appearing in 2026 may apply. Certain Alimiah and madrasa certificates with 45% are also accepted. Not open to those who have already done a BA/MA language programme in two or more centres of the School.
Selection: 80% of BA (Hons) seats are for those who passed 10+2 in 2025 or appear in 2026; 20% are open to all. 10+1 pattern students need first year of a 10+1+3 bachelor's with 45%. OBC non-creamy layer get a 10% relaxation in marks. SC/ST and PwD candidates who have passed the qualifying exam may appear whatever their percentage.
BA (Hons) Arabic
CUET: Any one language paper (codes 101 to 113, all 13 languages listed) and General Test (501).
▸ Eligibility and selection
Pass in Intermediate/10+2 or equivalent with English as one of the subjects, with 50% marks (General/OBC) or 45% (SC/ST/PwD). Candidates still pursuing the qualifying exam may apply if they pass with the minimum marks by the time of admission.
Selection: Listed as Hons./Research.
BA (Hons) Arabic
CUET: One List A language plus three List B subjects, or two List A languages plus two List B subjects.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Not stated in the NTA list. Candidates must appear in CUET (UG) 2026 in the subjects in which they are appearing or have passed Class XII.
Selection: Merit is based on the best CUET score from any of the allowed combinations.
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Frequently asked questions
▸Which CUET subjects are needed for BA Arabic?
At BHU, JNU and EFLU you need a language paper and the General Aptitude Test. DU asks for languages and other subjects instead.
▸Is English compulsory for BA Arabic through CUET?
At JNU, yes. BHU accepts English or Hindi, and EFLU accepts any one of 13 language papers. EFLU also wants English as a Class 12 subject.
▸Is there a seat rule at JNU for BA Arabic?
Yes. 80% of BA (Hons) seats at JNU are for students who passed Class 12 in 2025 or appear in 2026, and 20% are open to all.
▸Which central universities offer BA Arabic through CUET?
4 are listed for CUET UG 2026: BHU, JNU, EFLU and DU.
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About this data
Taken from the official NTA list of participating central universities for CUET UG 2026 (the latest list published). Courses, CUET subjects and eligibility can change each year, so confirm with the CUET UG 2027 list and the university's admission notice when NTA publishes them.