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Language Courses at Visva Bharati University

  • Vikash Gupta
  • January 2, 2023
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Visva Bharati Language Courses

Rabindranath Tagore founded Visva Bharati University in 1921 in Santiniketan, West Bengal.

The language courses at VBU offer various possibilities for students who want to learn a new language for various reasons.

Realizing the great importance of foreign languages, several foreign languages were established long back, which impart philology at various levels.

It grew to become one of India’s most prestigious Universities of higher learning.

The list consists of alumni, including former PM Indira Gandhi, Nobel-winning economist Amartya Sen, Film-maker Satyajit Ray, and Historian R. Siva Kumar.

Foreign language courses at Visva Bharati University are grouped into many different departments, allowing for many degrees and short-term programs.

Table of Contents
  1. BHASA BHAVANA – Institute of Languages, Literature, and Culture
    1. 1. Centre for Modern European Languages (CMELLCS)
    2. 2. Nippon Bhavana – Japanese Center
    3. 3. Cheena Bhavana (Department of Chinese Language & Culture)
    4. 4. Department Of Arabic, Persian, Urdu, and Islamic Studies
    5. 5. Indo-Tibetan Studies
  2. Foreign Language Courses Offered by Visva Bharati University
  3. Admission, Eligibility Criteria, Dates 2023-2024

BHASA BHAVANA – Institute of Languages, Literature, and Culture

As our world becomes increasingly connected, the advantages of acquiring a new language is a skill that’s in growing demand no matter where you live.

Keeping this in mind, the University has set up a Bhasha-Bhavana (Institute of Languages, Literature & Culture) on the varsity campus.

The Bhasha Bhavana houses Chinese (Cheena Bhavana), Japanese (Nippon Bhavana), Indo-Tibetan Studies, Modern European Languages (CMELLCS), and the Department of Arabic, Persian, Urdu, and Islamic studies.

All programs offer a multidisciplinary curriculum emphasizing literature, language, and culture.

Owing to the University’s cultural solid focus, The Bhasha-Bhavana provides various foreign tongues and literature studies.

Bachelor’s, Master’s, doctorate, and Certificates and Diplomas in several international languages are offered at Visva Bharati University.

The courses are designed per the requirement of foreign language jobs in India.

Bhasha- Bhavana also runs various Certificate Courses mainly for existing students pursuing a full-time course and the staff members of Visva-Bharati and the locality residents.

They regularly conduct national and international seminars, conferences, events, and workshops and invite eminent researchers to address the student’s research methodology and state of research in languages.

Language Courses at Visva Bharati University

1. Centre for Modern European Languages (CMELLCS)

Established in 2014, the Centre for Modern European Languages, Literature, and Culture Studies offers an in-depth study of the Modern European language to enable you to communicate better.

It also helps to develop an understanding of distinct cultures and their rich artistic and literary histories.

CMELLCS encourages students to fully understand complex issues by focusing on language, history, economics, politics, and culture in European languages.

The Visva Bharati University’s CMELLCS conducts research and instruction in Modern European languages, literature, and cultures with a specialization in French, German, Italian, or Russian.

2. Nippon Bhavana – Japanese Center

Foreign language courses in visva bharati

Suppose you are interested in Japanese culture, history, and life and want to study Japanese or India-Japan relations. In that case, there is no better place than Nippon Bhavana.

The research Centers, libraries, and organizations offer cultural and extracurricular activities, and Japanese study is encouraged.

The center houses the Department of Japanese Studies, a vast library with books in Japanese.

In collaboration with Japan Foundation, Nippon Bhavana invites visiting Scholars, artists, scientists, and eminent personalities from Japan.

They organize events, workshops, seminars, Indo-Japanese festivals, and tons of Japanese cultural functions.

They also offer different study-abroad programs and cultural tours to Japan for students who want to immerse themselves in Japanese.

It is also one of the JLPT test centers in India.

The course curriculum emphasizes teaching the Japanese language and aspects of Japanese society, literature, custom, culture, and history.

All the courses follow the guidelines of the JLPT, i.e., the Japanese language proficiency test.

It helps the students for higher studies in Japan and enhances job prospects involving Japanese.

3. Cheena Bhavana (Department of Chinese Language & Culture)

In keeping pace with its global character, Visva-Bharati established the Department of Chinese Language & Culture, also known as Cheena Bhavana.

The ever-growing library is the best of its kind in the entire South Asia. It has preserved Chinese books and journals with its treasure house of rare treasures and invaluable publications.

The department is a symbol of renewed relations between India and China.

visva bharati cheena bhavana


The scope of the Chinese language in India is growing at an unprecedented pace.

If you’re interested in pursuing a Mandarin course in West Bengal or East India. Then, Cheen Bhavana is the place to be.

Besides the Mandarin language, all programs focus on Chinese literature, history, customs, and culture.

The curricula will prepare you for the International HSK exam.

Moreover, the department has many scholarships and exchange programs for students at Cheena Bhavana.

4. Department Of Arabic, Persian, Urdu, and Islamic Studies

Take your pick of West Asian language at Dept. Of Arabic, Persian, Urdu, and Islamic Studies.

This department grants bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. language degrees in Persian. It is meant for those interested in learning the Persian language and literature.

One can also pursue Arabic and Persian part-time at the certificate and diploma levels.

5. Indo-Tibetan Studies

This subject is taught in Bhasha Bhavan.

The Department of Indo-Tibetan studies at Visva Bharati University offers a Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts, and Ph.D. in Indo-Tibetan and a certificate and diploma in the Tibetan language.

Foreign Language Courses Offered by Visva Bharati University

LanguageCoursesTotal Seats
Arabic, French, German, Italian, Russian, Persian, and Tibetan.2-year Certificate42 for each program.
– Do- 1-year Diploma – Do-
Arabic, Italian, Persian, and Russian1-year Advanced Diploma – Do-
French, German, Italian, Russian, Indo-Tibetan, and Japanese.3-year BA (Hons.)Japanese – 10, Indo-Tibetan – 15, Others – 20 each.
Japanese, Chinese, Persian, and Indo-Tibetan.4-year Prep followed by (BA Hons.)Japanese and Persian – 40, Chinese – 50, and Indo-Tibetan – 15.
French, German, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Indo-Tibetan, and Persian.2-year MAJapanese – 50, Chinese – 55, Indo-Tibetan & Persian – 18, French & Rusian – 22, Italian & German – 11.
French, Japanese, Persian, and Indo-Tibetan.3-6 years Ph.D.Japanese – 8, French – 2, and Indo-Tibetan & Persian – 5.

Admission, Eligibility Criteria, Dates 2023-2024

CoursesEligibility Criteria
Certificate10+2 or equivalent.
Diploma10+2 and Certificate in the same language.
Advanced Diploma10+2 and a Diploma in the same language.
4-year Prep + (BA Hons.)60% in aggregate and 60% in English at the +2 level. For Persian – 45% and Tibetan – 55%.
3-year BA (Hons.) 60% in aggregate and 60% in English at the +2 level and JLPT N4 or equivalent for Japanese.
2-year MABA Hons in the subject concerned or BA in any stream with B2 in the same European languages.
3-6 years Ph.D.MA in the subject concerned or any stream with higher proficiency in the same language. Experience is an added advantage.

Admission is made through an entrance test (PG) or a merit list (UG). Read the prospectus for more details.

  • Start of Online Application Process — Yet to be decided.
  • Closing of Online Application Process — Yet to be decided.
  • Examination Date and Timings (wherever applicable) — To be announced later.
  • Apply Online — LINK
  • E-Prospectus 2023-2024 — LINK. (It will be published later)

Admission Tests for the various foreign language courses at Visva Bharati University (wherever applicable) will be held at two centers — Santiniketan and Sriniketan.

The dates and venues will be notified on the University’s official website.

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120 comments
  1. Avatar Suvo says:
    June 28, 2022 at 3:47 PM

    I am studying BA in Visva-Bharati. I would like to do a certificate course but I am confused and can’t decide which one is French and German best. If you take a certificate course in French or German, can I hope to do something in the future?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      June 29, 2022 at 3:38 AM

      Both languages are ok. You can pick either one as per your goal and interest. Certificate is a starting point, and you should consider studying further to benefit from a career presective.

      Reply
  2. Avatar Rupsa says:
    March 25, 2022 at 6:29 PM

    Helo sir, I have one query about what is the difference between Japanese certificate courses and BA in Japanese at VBU? Certificate courses in Japanese or BA in Japanese which is best for careers and placements in VBU.

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      March 25, 2022 at 7:46 PM

      BA is a full-time degree course, whereas a certificate is a part-time certification program. BA is obviously better from a career perspective. But if not feasible, you can also do a certificate course.

      Reply
  3. Avatar Susmi Bhattacharji says:
    February 21, 2022 at 11:01 AM

    How many seats are available for BA Japanese Honors (preparatory) at VBU? And up to how many subjects can I apply in VBU or there isn’t any limit for filling up the form?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      February 21, 2022 at 12:45 PM

      There are 40 seats for 4-years, including 1-year preparatory. I guess you can apply to more than one subject.

      Reply
      1. Avatar Susmi Bhattacarji says:
        February 27, 2022 at 9:21 AM

        Thank you so much, Sir 🙏

        And Sir I’m a passionate Rabindra sangeet singer and have completed my 4th year in that and presently preparing for my 5th year. Can I take Rabindra Sangeet as one of the subjects in BA honors, by officially giving my interview face to face? Though Rabindrasangeet is related to another department (Sangeet vaban) in VBU.
        Waiting for your precious suggestion.

        Reply
        1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
          February 27, 2022 at 4:07 PM

          I’m not sure if that is possible. You have to check the available elective subjects and combinations. I’d recommend getting in touch with the university or any existing student.

          Reply
        2. Avatar Rohit Kumar says:
          January 15, 2023 at 7:23 AM

          Sir is any entrance exam conducted by vbu for certification course in foreign language if conduct then what are syllabus and how can prepare please help me.

          Reply
          1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
            January 16, 2023 at 2:25 AM

            Not that I am aware of.

            Reply
  4. Avatar Biman Bandyopadhyay says:
    February 18, 2022 at 1:23 PM

    Hello Sir, My daughter wants to learn a foreign language like Korean/Japanese. She wants to pursue her career in foreign countries like Korea etc. We are from Kolkata. Would you please suggest which college will be best for getting placement after graduation in a foreign language?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      February 18, 2022 at 6:30 PM

      I don’t think most institutions provide any placement. You can consider KCLC for Korean and IJWCA for Japanese.

      Reply
  5. Avatar Atreyee Banerjee says:
    February 12, 2022 at 8:58 PM

    Sir, Is there any entrance exam in VBU for foreign language Ba honors?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      February 12, 2022 at 11:06 PM

      The last time I checked, it was based on the merit list, i.e., marks you get in 12th.

      Reply
  6. Avatar Sayoni Roy. says:
    December 8, 2021 at 7:36 PM

    Sir, how much percentage is required for learning the Japanese Language?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      December 9, 2021 at 12:44 AM

      For which course? You can check the entire list by visiting admission 2021 on the home page visvabharati.ac.in

      Reply
  7. Avatar Susmita Das says:
    October 5, 2021 at 5:06 PM

    Is there Korean language courses available in vbu? If not, can you suggest to me some universities where I can study the Korean language?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      October 6, 2021 at 3:12 AM

      No. There are several universities like JNU, DU, JMI, Kolkata University, Jadavpur, BHU, EFLU, Manipur, CUJ, to name a few.

      Reply
  8. Avatar Susmita Das says:
    October 5, 2021 at 4:25 PM

    I got 89% in hs. Can I have a chance of admission in Japanese language at vbu?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      October 6, 2021 at 3:13 AM

      Possible. Check directly with the university.

      Reply
      1. Avatar Susmita Das says:
        February 10, 2022 at 5:48 PM

        Thank you

        Reply
  9. Avatar Sutana Banerjee says:
    August 27, 2021 at 1:50 PM

    Sir, is German language is very hard to learn?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      August 27, 2021 at 11:45 PM

      Not really. While some aspects are tricky but overall, it’s not that difficult.

      Reply
  10. Avatar Riya Raj says:
    August 20, 2021 at 8:04 PM

    Hello sir, I have completed class12 and obtained 70% on the mark sheet. Will I get admission in a foreign language (Chinese) hons?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      August 20, 2021 at 11:04 PM

      Difficult to say. Check with the university merit list/cut-off.

      Reply
  11. Avatar Swastika mitra says:
    July 18, 2021 at 10:31 PM

    Sir, I have just completed my secondary exam, can I apply for language courses?? Reply plz.

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      July 19, 2021 at 12:33 AM

      No. A Minimum of 10+2 is required for both part-time as well as full-time courses.

      Reply
      1. Avatar Sangram maji says:
        August 14, 2021 at 8:04 PM

        Sir, I have completed the 12th. And mark sheet 45%. Will I get admission?

        Reply
        1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
          August 14, 2021 at 8:58 PM

          Difficult but check the merit list.

          Reply
    2. Avatar Mezbah says:
      August 10, 2021 at 10:27 AM

      Yes, you can do that. According to the 2021 prospectus, a secondary pass can apply.

      Reply
  12. Avatar Shree Roy says:
    July 7, 2021 at 7:03 PM

    Sir, is a bachelor’s degree in German or French available at VBU? And also do I need to know the language beforehand?? Which languages are available for a 3-year bachelor’s degree?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      July 7, 2021 at 9:16 PM

      Yes. VBU offers BA in German, French, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, and Persian. These programs do not require prior knowledge of that language.

      Reply
  13. Avatar Ankita says:
    June 2, 2021 at 11:43 PM

    Sir, how can I take admission in Visva Bharati? I have just completed my 12th?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      June 3, 2021 at 2:47 AM

      You can apply when forms are available. The admissions process is merit-based (12th marks).

      Reply
  14. Avatar Oishee Biswas says:
    May 30, 2021 at 12:42 PM

    Hello, hope you are having a good day! I am currently completing my last year of school, and I have been learning Japanese for 3 years now, I have passed my N5 and will be appearing for my N4 in December. I just wanted to ask, if I have to take up any other subjects while studying Japanese Honours or will my course focus totally on Japanese itself.

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      May 30, 2021 at 12:55 PM

      There will be a few more mandatory and optional subjects other than Japanese. But the main focus will be on different aspects of Japanese and Japan.

      Reply
  15. Avatar Sudeshna says:
    April 21, 2021 at 3:21 PM

    Hi, I have done my graduation in engineering in 2019. Now want to pursue a degree in the German Language from Visva Bharati. So may I know how can I take admission? and how much duration this certification course is? Please reply!

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      April 21, 2021 at 8:57 PM

      The certificate in German is a 2-year course, and admission is based on cut-off marks of the 12th. You can apply when forms are available.

      Reply
      1. Avatar Srijana Sabbath Rai says:
        June 11, 2021 at 7:57 PM

        Hello sir, can I do a certificate course in Mandarin while pursuing MSW alongside?

        Reply
        1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
          June 11, 2021 at 11:37 PM

          I guess, yes. Check the class timetable.

          Reply
  16. Avatar Promiti Roy says:
    January 29, 2021 at 10:30 AM

    Hi, can I do a certificate course in French while pursuing English honors alongside?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      January 29, 2021 at 2:32 PM

      Yes.

      Reply
  17. Avatar Divyanshu Bhagat says:
    January 8, 2021 at 4:29 PM

    I am pursuing BA in German from Visva Bharati and currently in 1st semester. I also got a good rank in BCECE, which conducts the agriculture exam in Bihar. I see a drop in Visva Bharati’s rankings recently, and it is also graded B by NAAC. So in these situations, is it a good decision to continue in Visva Bharati or think about other courses?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      January 8, 2021 at 6:42 PM

      Overall, VBU is still good. You can continue there and probably try the ma program from JNU or any job-oriented masters like MBA from any reputed university.

      Reply
  18. Avatar Aruna Rajeswari says:
    January 5, 2021 at 3:50 PM

    Sir, I wanted to study Chinese/Arabic and to do the translation. Is JNA Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan worth it, and will they conduct online classes from Jan 20th? After completion of the course, is the certificate is valid from JNA? My limitation is I can join only an online course. Or are there universities conducting classes for Chinese/Arabic where I can get a proper language education?

    Thanking you for your reply.

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      January 6, 2021 at 12:08 AM

      BVB is okay but not a top-rated center for learning foreign languages. I’m unsure whether they will continue with online or restart their offline courses. You have to confirm with them. Also, sooner or later, they will offer only offline courses.

      Reply
      1. Avatar Sneha roy says:
        January 6, 2021 at 10:08 AM

        Sir, which college is better for foreign language means to study in the second year?

        Reply
        1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
          January 6, 2021 at 1:07 PM

          I have already replied to you. Most colleges don’t offer direct lateral entry to the second year. You have to do the entire 3-year course from one college.

          Reply
  19. Avatar Sneha roy says:
    January 5, 2021 at 9:31 AM

    Sir, If I learn the Korean language, which course should, I take first to get a good job in the future? And sir, I am currently studying in the first year of another local college, so can I get admitted to Visva Bharati later?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      January 5, 2021 at 2:32 PM

      You can do either BA + MA in Korean or bachelor’s and master’s in any in-demand stream along with part-time Korean.

      Reply
      1. Avatar Sneha roy says:
        January 5, 2021 at 6:48 PM

        So can I get admission to Visva-Bharati or another University in the second year to do a BA or MA course?

        Reply
        1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
          January 6, 2021 at 12:02 AM

          No. You can only try for the 1st year BA.

          Reply
  20. Avatar Soumi Mukhopadhyay says:
    November 21, 2020 at 9:42 PM

    Is there any distance course for the language course?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      November 21, 2020 at 10:22 PM

      IGNOU offers various language certificate programs in distance mode.

      Reply
      1. Avatar Sunanda Banik says:
        December 25, 2020 at 11:36 PM

        Sir, I’ve just completed my master’s this year in English from IGNOU with 57%. Unfortunately, my bachelor’s stream is in Commerce from CU. Shall I fulfill the eligibility criteria to get admission to the esteemed VBU in the B.Ed section?

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        1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
          December 25, 2020 at 11:40 PM

          Not sure as I don’t track courses other than foreign languages.

          Reply
  21. Avatar Simanta Dey says:
    September 22, 2020 at 3:31 PM

    Sir, I have applied for M.A in French in Visvabharati and JNU. I am willing to do my masters from JNU. I am worried if I fail to crack the entrance exam of JNU. Shall I wait for the next year, or it will be better to pursue a master’s in VBU this year? I am perplexed as I know the French department of JNU is much better than VBU.

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      September 22, 2020 at 8:20 PM

      Enroll at VBU this year. Next year, you can again try the JNU entrance test. If you’re able to crack, leave VBU and enroll at JNU, otherwise continue at VBU.

      Reply
      1. Avatar Simanta Dey says:
        September 22, 2020 at 9:41 PM

        Sir, won’t it be against the rule? As after enrolling at VBU, I have to submit my migration certificate as I have done my hons and masters in English from a different university.

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        1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
          September 22, 2020 at 11:14 PM

          I’m not sure about that. Many students discontinue their degree programs from a particular university and take admission somewhere else, and they get back the submitted documents. You have to check with the concerned University regarding the procedure.

          Reply
          1. Avatar Simanta Dey says:
            September 22, 2020 at 11:55 PM

            Thanks a lot for ur information and guidance Sir. I want to explore more about French language and literature. I think Visvabharati is not that bad option if I fail to crack the entrance of JNU.

            Reply
            1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
              September 23, 2020 at 1:47 AM

              True. Good luck!

  22. Avatar Vaishali varshney says:
    September 2, 2020 at 4:14 PM

    Sir, pls can you tell me the syllabus for entrance exam Ba (foreign language)?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      September 2, 2020 at 5:26 PM

      There is no entrance test for UG courses. The admission is based on the merit list, i.e., marks obtained in 12th.

      Reply
  23. Avatar Kundan mishra says:
    August 6, 2020 at 9:27 PM

    I am Kundan Mishra passed 12th in 75% but 45% in English, Sir, can I apply for Japanese?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      August 6, 2020 at 10:43 PM

      You can apply and wait for the University merit list.

      Reply
  24. Avatar Nidhi says:
    April 11, 2020 at 2:12 PM

    Can I apply for both Japanese and Chinese language courses in BA in Visva Bharti at the application?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      April 11, 2020 at 2:59 PM

      I guess yes, but not sure.

      Reply
  25. Avatar Nidhi says:
    April 11, 2020 at 9:32 AM

    Is there any study abroad scheme or foreign exchange program in Visva Bharti for ba in Japanese? If yes, then whats’s the requirement for that?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      April 11, 2020 at 9:55 AM

      I’m not aware of any exchange program or scholarship for the undergraduate course. You can contact the VBU.

      Reply
    2. Avatar Debarati says:
      May 28, 2020 at 10:16 AM

      Sir, when will the form for p.g courses be released?

      Reply
      1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
        May 28, 2020 at 12:00 PM

        They haven’t started yet. You can contact the university.

        Reply
  26. Avatar Nidhi says:
    April 11, 2020 at 9:29 AM

    Hi sir, Can I get admission with 437, i.e., 87.4% marks in 12th from the state board in BA in Japanese? Also, I am general.

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      April 11, 2020 at 9:53 AM

      Possible, but only University can confirm this. You can apply when the forms will be available.

      Reply
  27. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
    April 11, 2020 at 8:26 AM

    Yes.

    Reply
  28. Avatar Simanta Dey says:
    April 11, 2020 at 5:47 AM

    Hello Sir, I am from West Bengal. Is Visva Bharati a good university for pursuing master’s in French and Francophone studies? or JNU will be better? Both are central universities. And will it be more valuable if the Masters is completed from JNU?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      April 11, 2020 at 8:29 AM

      JNU is better than Visva Bharati as far as exposure, scholarship, and placement is concerned. However, VBU is also an excellent choice for an MA in French.

      Reply
      1. Avatar Simanta Dey says:
        April 11, 2020 at 6:44 PM

        Thanks, Sir for your advice.

        Reply
  29. Avatar Gargi Pramanik says:
    March 15, 2020 at 9:58 AM

    Respected Sir,
    I want to learn the Japanese language and do a bachelor’s in this subject. Do I need to know Japanese before entering the course? I have never studied the Japanese language before. Won’t I get admission if I don’t know the language beforehand?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      March 16, 2020 at 1:55 AM

      For a BA in Japanese, you don’t need any prior knowledge in the Japanese language.

      Reply
  30. Avatar Ramesh Kumar says:
    February 15, 2020 at 12:43 PM

    I am Ramesh Kumar from Jharkhand. I want to take admission in Kolkata so can you give me the contact number of that college.

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      February 15, 2020 at 8:53 PM

      Which College? Visva Bharti University is located in Santiniketan. You can explore the list of institute offering Language Courses in Kolkata. You can find contact details of various educational institutions.

      Reply
    2. Avatar Ramesh Kumar says:
      April 19, 2020 at 9:43 AM

      Good morning sir, I am Ramesh Kumar from Jharkhand, and I want to take admission is the Chinese language course. So, can you please give me details about the course and the last date of admission.

      Reply
      1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
        April 19, 2020 at 1:03 PM

        Last year forms were released in the 1st week of May. The university is yet to publish the dates and prospectus for 2020-21.

        Reply
  31. Avatar Vinj says:
    August 16, 2019 at 2:14 PM

    Sir, Is there any entrance exam for applying in BA Chinese honors? And if so then what kind of test is it and how to prepare for it?

    Reply
    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      August 17, 2019 at 10:12 PM

      Admission in VBU is based on the Merit list, i.e., results of 10+2 or equivalent examination. The calculation will be made on total marks obtained out of 500 (four best subject and English marks for BA in Chinese). Check e-prospectus.

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  32. Avatar Riya Bhattacharya says:
    August 6, 2019 at 11:09 PM

    Respected sir, I have 45%marks in higher secondary. Can I apply french in certificate course? I want to learn French and very much interested.

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      August 6, 2019 at 11:20 PM

      I guess the last date to apply is over. You can contact the admission department, or enroll in any private French institutes.

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  33. Avatar Aninda Sarkar says:
    July 29, 2019 at 2:30 PM

    I am a service holder, and I have applied for French Certificate Course in VB, as it may help to grow my career. I was waiting for my Admit Card when I haven’t received I went to Admission Cell of VB. There I came to know the exam was already conducted on 21st July, and the applicant with Photo Id proof was able to attend the test, but I don’t have any information about it. If seats are vacant in the Certificate Course is there any possibility to get admission?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      July 29, 2019 at 2:41 PM

      With so many applicants, I doubt if there will be any vacant seat. Only VBU can help you with this.

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  34. Avatar Rampriya Ganguly says:
    June 24, 2019 at 10:51 PM

    My rank in the merit list of ba French honors in VBU is 27. I am from general category. Can I get the admission?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      June 25, 2019 at 12:20 AM

      Since the total number of seats is only 13. Thus, it looks difficult. Keep your fingers crossed!

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  35. Avatar Sristi Chanda says:
    June 20, 2019 at 1:38 PM

    Sir is there any entrance exam for foreign language in Visva Bharati? Or Is it done on the marks obtained in 12th?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      June 20, 2019 at 5:29 PM

      Marks obtained in 12th. Check E-Prospectus.

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  36. Avatar Bal Kishan says:
    June 11, 2019 at 3:06 PM

    Sir, please let me know how to do PhD. in French, is there course work the scholar has to cracked?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      June 11, 2019 at 4:17 PM

      If you have completed an MA in French or any stream with equivalent French proficiency like DALF C2 along with relevant experience and some research in the field of French, you can appear for an entrance test. You need to be an expert in the French language before applying for a Ph.D. in French.

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  37. Avatar Rajeshwari says:
    June 9, 2019 at 3:20 PM

    Certificate course of which language will be helpful in the future?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      June 9, 2019 at 7:51 PM

      None. Aim for at least a 3-year Advanced Diploma.

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  38. Avatar Indranil Mukherjee says:
    May 30, 2019 at 9:02 AM

    Sir, I have to apply for French language in BBU. Is there any entrance exam for admission?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      May 30, 2019 at 1:52 PM

      Admission is done based on the merit of the students i.e marks obtained in 12th. You can check e-Prospectus.

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  39. Avatar priya says:
    May 26, 2019 at 11:52 AM

    Sir, can I apply for German and French language and to qualify, Is there any entrance exam held?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      May 26, 2019 at 9:51 PM

      All the details are in E-Prospectus.

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  40. Avatar Vikash says:
    May 6, 2019 at 6:33 PM

    hello sir please what course offered by vbu after 10th?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      May 6, 2019 at 10:12 PM

      I’m not aware of any language course at VBU that is offered after 10th. The minimum eligibility criteria is 10+2 or equivalent.

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    2. Avatar Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay says:
      May 22, 2019 at 3:20 PM

      Pre-Degree (10+2) course offered after 10th in Visva Bharati. Bengali, Hindi, English and Japanese languages are available to take it as a subject.

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      1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
        May 22, 2019 at 11:47 PM

        Thanks for the information Nilanjan 🙂

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  41. Avatar Aman singh says:
    May 5, 2019 at 9:38 AM

    Sir
    I want to learn Japanese. Could you please suggest me the name of top ten colleges in India?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      May 5, 2019 at 6:07 PM

      There is no such list since course varies from one university to another. For example, JNU, VBU, EFLU, Doon Universities offer both BA and MA in Japanese whereas DU, BHU offers only BA program in Japanese. Then you also have Bangalore Central University with only MA. Thus, it depends on the course!

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  42. Avatar Debarati Dey says:
    April 22, 2019 at 7:49 PM

    Sir, I want to know whether graduate courses in Spanish are available or not over here. Or for Spanish only certificate course is available?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      April 22, 2019 at 10:20 PM

      As per the last information available, VBU does not offer Bachelor program in Spanish. Only 2-year part-time certificate in Spanish is available.

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  43. Avatar Arpita says:
    April 19, 2019 at 12:04 AM

    Hello sir. I want to know that what is the HS marks percentage for general caste to apply for the language course in visva bharati?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      April 19, 2019 at 4:06 AM

      That will depend on the course. VBU usually requires 45% to 50% marks in aggregate.

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  44. Avatar Ramesh says:
    April 18, 2019 at 5:43 AM

    Good morning sir
    From when the admission started in visva bharati for French language can you tell me sir.

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      April 18, 2019 at 1:14 PM

      You can apply online when forms will be available (most likely in May). You can also contact the University admission department.

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  45. Avatar Kamran says:
    March 28, 2019 at 11:37 AM

    Can I apply for German Hons. in Visva Bharati University in the year 2019 with 2014 10+2 certificate ?

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    1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
      March 28, 2019 at 11:42 AM

      Yes. You can apply.

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      1. Avatar Suma says:
        August 29, 2020 at 8:11 PM

        Hi sir,
        Is there any age limitation to apply for the language courses??

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        1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
          August 29, 2020 at 11:44 PM

          I am not sure about that. You can check the 2020-21 e-prospectus.

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    2. Avatar Birbhadro chakrobortty says:
      November 6, 2019 at 10:23 PM

      Sir, I am general category. Hs 427 paichi but Ami ki apply korle paboo next year. Please answer me.

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      1. Vikash Gupta Vikash Gupta says:
        November 6, 2019 at 10:54 PM

        Sorry, I didn’t get you. Can you ask the question in English? or Contact VBU

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