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Online BA | Sikkim Manipal University Online
Explore society, ideas and literature through a multidisciplinary Online BA.
Build a broad humanities and social-science foundation across English, Political Science and Sociology. This flexible online degree combines critical reading, communication, social analysis and political understanding, with major-focused subjects in the later semesters.
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3 yearsPublished duration
6Semesters
120Published credits
3Academic directions
15–20 hrs/weekStudy commitment
Sikkim Manipal University Online
Rankings & Accreditations
University rankings, accreditations and degree recognition published by Sikkim Manipal University Online.
UGC
UGC-entitled Online Degrees Equivalent to Campus Degree
NIRF
Amongst India’s Top 200 Universities in 2025
AICTE
AICTE Norms Compliant
QS
Amongst South Asia’s Top Universities (2026)
WES
Degrees Evaluated by World Education Services
IIRF
Top Private University in North East (2026)
WURI
Global Top 500 Innovative Universities (2026)
The Week
Top Private Multidisciplinary Universities in Eastern India (2026)
Times Higher Education
#801+ in Asia University Rankings (2026)
Programme overview
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A flexible BA with multidisciplinary depth.
Build a broad humanities and social-science foundation across English, Political Science and Sociology. This flexible online degree combines critical reading, communication, social analysis and political understanding, with major-focused subjects in the later semesters.
Multidisciplinary foundation
Learn across literature, political science and sociology before deepening your selected academic direction.
Critical capability
Strengthen reading, writing, communication, evidence-based argument and social analysis.
Flexible digital study
Use the university LMS for learning resources, live and recorded classes, quizzes and discussion forums.
Major-focused learning
Build deeper capability through direction-specific subjects in the later semesters.
Choose your direction
Three ways to shape your BA.
Each direction retains multidisciplinary learning while giving additional emphasis to a selected subject.
English
Literature, language and communication. Study Indian, world, modern, children’s and American literature while strengthening critical reading, interpretation and written communication.
TOTAL FEE₹75,000
NO-COST EMI₹2,083/month
Political Science
Politics, policy and international relations. Examine political theory, Indian political thought, comparative politics, international relations, foreign policy, public administration and gender.
TOTAL FEE₹75,000
NO-COST EMI₹2,083/month
Sociology
Society, institutions and social change. Explore rural and urban society, family and kinship, social problems, demography, education, movements and development.
TOTAL FEE₹75,000
NO-COST EMI₹2,083/month
Semester-wise curriculum
A 120-credit, six-semester journey.
The first three semesters build a shared base. The later-semester list shown is for the Political Science direction; English and Sociology subjects vary.
01
Semester 1
- Indian English Literature
- Communicative English
- Foundations of Political Science
- Introduction to Sociology
- Natural Science
02
Semester 2
- World Literature
- Functional English
- Political Theory
- Sociology in India
- Environmental Studies
03
Semester 3
- Essays and Poetry
- Universal Human Values
- Comparative Political Analysis
- Rural Sociology
- Digital Fluency
04
Semester 4 – Political Science direction
- Classical Indian Political Thought
- Theories of International Relations
- Political Economy
- Urban Sociology
- New Literature in English
05
Semester 5 – Political Science direction
- Political Processes in India
- India’s Foreign Policy in a Globalized World
- Human Rights
- Social Problems in India
- Children’s Literature
06
Semester 6 – Political Science direction
- United Nations and Global Conflicts
- Public Policy and Administration in India
- Gender and Politics
- Sociology of Change and Development
- American Literature
Curriculum notice
Subject names, credits, electives and sequencing remain subject to the university’s rules for the applicable academic session.
Online learning experience
Study with structure and flexibility.
Programme delivery and academic services are managed by the university through its digital learning environment.
Digital learning platform
Access lessons, readings, activities and learner resources through the university LMS.
Academic interaction
Join scheduled virtual sessions and faculty interaction according to the university timetable.
Assignments and assessment
Complete coursework, quizzes and semester examinations under university rules.
Learner support
Use the academic and technical support channels provided by the university.
Eligibility & documents
Check the requirements before applying.
Current published eligibility for Indian applicants is summarised below. International and equivalence requirements must be checked separately.
Indian applicants
Completed 10+2 from a recognised national or state board, or a recognised 10+3 diploma.
NRI / foreign applicants
Completed 10+2, intermediate or senior secondary from a recognised board, or an AIU-recognised equivalent, in any discipline.
Education outside India
An Association of Indian Universities equivalence certificate is required.
Final authority
Sikkim Manipal University verifies documents and decides admission under its current rules.
INDICATIVE DOCUMENT CHECKLIST
✓ Recent photograph and signature✓ Government identity proof✓ Class 10 certificate✓ Class 12 / senior secondary certificate✓ AIU equivalence and other supporting documents, where applicable
The university may request additional documents.
Fees & payment
Understand the complete cost before applying.
The current official programme page lists ₹12,500 per semester for Indian nationals. Discounts, scholarships and financing remain subject to current university and provider terms.
Request Fee GuidancePUBLISHED PROGRAMME FEE₹75,000Indian learners; subject to university confirmation
Semester tuition₹12,500 × 6
Full course tuition₹75,000
Application fee₹500, non-refundable
No-cost EMIFrom ₹2,083/month; provider terms apply
Pay only through the university’s authorised channel. Confirm discounts, scholarships, financing and applicable charges before payment.
Career possibilities
Build foundations for varied pathways.
Roles depend on your chosen direction, skills, experience, further qualifications and employer requirements.
Content and communicationEditing and publishingPublic relationsResearch supportPublic affairsCommunity programmesHuman resources supportPolicy analysisFurther study
These are possible directions, not promised jobs. EdonX and the university do not guarantee employment, placement or salary.
Admission journey
From exploration to university onboarding.
EdonX assists with information and procedure; the university decides admission.
Explore
Choose your BA direction.
Consult
Clarify eligibility, curriculum and fees.
Apply
Use the authorised application route.
Upload
Submit identity and academic documents.
University review
SMU verifies eligibility and admission.
Onboard
Admitted learners receive LMS instructions.
BA questions
Know before you apply.
Programme information remains subject to the university’s current rules.
Who awards this BA degree?+
Sikkim Manipal University awards the degree. EdonX supports programme discovery, counselling and application facilitation.
Which directions are available?+
The current programme lists English, Political Science and Sociology directions within a multidisciplinary structure.
Can learners from any Class 12 stream apply?+
The programme accepts recognised 10+2 qualifications or a recognised 10+3 diploma, subject to document verification.
Are classes and examinations online?+
The official programme describes online learning through its LMS and online examinations under university requirements.
Can curriculum and fees change?+
Yes. Confirm the current curriculum, fee, intake and financing terms before applying.
Does EdonX guarantee admission or employment?+
No. The university decides admission, and neither admission nor employment outcomes are guaranteed.