B.A Persian

Job Pressure
Medium

Academic Pressure
Medium

Early Salary
2 LPA LPA - 2.5 LPA LPA

Mid Level Salary
3.5 LPA LPA - 4.5 LPA LPA

Senior Salary
5.5 LPA LPA - 8 LPA LPA

B.A. in Persian Course Highlights
About the Programme B.A. in Persian Course
B.A. in Persian Course Eligibility
B.A. in Persian Syllabus
B.A. in Persian Course Course Content
B.A. in Persian Course Career Perspective

B.A. in Persian Course Highlights

Duration of the Course	3 years
Course Level	Graduate
Examination Type	Semester and Annual
Eligibility	10+2 with any discipline
Admission Process	Entrance exam and Merit Based
Average Course Fee	INR 1000 to 2 lacs
Average Starting Salary	INR 2 lacs to 8 lacs
Top Recruiting Companies	NALCO, Persian Bank, Iran Insurance Company, IMIDRO Group, SAPCO, BBC World, CNN, Hotel Atlantis, Makemytrip.com, Clear trip, Indian Airlines, Indigo, Emirates etc.
Top Job Areas	Educational Institutes Cultural Studies Embassies Translation Centers MNCs (Arab Countries).
Top Job Positions	Linguist, Cryptologic Language Instructor, Foreign Language/Analyst, Language Instructional Developer, Instructional Developer, Teacher Content Writer etc.

About the Programme B.A. in Persian Course

Persian is a foreign language spoken mainly in Iran and some other parts of Central Asia. B. A in Persian is a 3-year undergraduate degree course. The course includes the study of the origin and history of the Persian language, its grammar, the linguistic aspects, its literature, poetry, prose, drama, society, and culture. Persian literature is thousands of years old. Although some of the pre-Islamic literature is lost a rich collection of Persian Literature is still preserved. People who are interested in making a career in Persian research or teaching can opt for this course. There are a few institutes in India that offer degree courses in Persian.

B.A. in Persian Course Eligibility

To seek admission in B.A. in Persian, a student needs to have passed his/her 10+2 or equivalent exam in Arts stream with Persian as one of the subjects from any recognized board or university.

B.A. in Persian Syllabus

Semester IIISemester IV

Semester I	Semester II
Modern Prose (a)	Modern Poetry (a)
Concurrent – Qualifying Language	Classical Prose (a)
Essay and Translation	-
Modern Prose (b)	-
Grammar and Translation	-
Semester III	Semester IV
Sufistic Literature (Prose)	Modern Poetry (b)
Concurrent – Interdisciplinary	Concurrent – Credit Language
-	Classical Poetry (b)
-	Classical Poetry (a)
-	Concurrent – Discipline Centered I
-	Indo- Persian Literature (Prose)
-	An Outline of History of Persian Literature
Semester V	Semester Vi
Sufistic Literature (Poetry)	Interdisciplinary Course
Classical Poetry (b)	Concurrent – Discipline Centered II
Indo-Persian Literature (Poetry)	-
Lexicography: Dictionary and Encyclopedia	-
Language and its use in Computer	-
Editing and Compiling (General)	-
Language Use and Registers	-

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B.A. in Persian Course Course Content

B.A in Persian typically incorporates the study of the following:

Persian Grammar
Persian Linguistics
Translation
Modern Prose
Modern Poetry
Essays and their Translations
Persian Novels
Persian Short-Stories
Persian Dramas
Classical Prose
Classical Poetry
Sufistic Literature
Indo-Persian Prose
Indo-Persian Poetry
History of Persian Literature
Literary Criticism

B.A. in Persian Course Career Perspective

You will be eligible to pursue an M.A in Persian after completing your B.A. in Persian. If you are inclined towards teaching, you can pursue a B.Ed. or a D.Ed. to become a teacher of the Persian language in any govt. or private school. Becoming a private tutor is also an option available to you. You can also become a language instructor for people wishing to learn Persian. You can work as a translator or interpreter in private as well as govt. institutions. You can also work in the Iranian Embassy in India or abroad as a translator or a typist. You can also contribute to Persian Literature by writing Persian prose or poetry.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is B.A in Persian?
B.A in Persian is a 3‑year undergraduate degree that focuses on Persian language, literature, culture, grammar and communication. It teaches classical and modern Persian texts and language skills.
2. How long does the programme last?
The course is typically three years long, usually divided into six semesters under the semester system.
3. Who is eligible to study B.A in Persian?
Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board. Eligibility is generally merit based; specific minimum marks or subject requirements may vary by college.
4. Do I need to study Persian in Class 12?
Not necessarily in most colleges — you can typically join with 10+2 in any stream. However, having prior knowledge or coursework in Persian can be an advantage in some institutions.
5. What subjects are studied in this course?
The curriculum usually covers Persian grammar, prose and poetry, literature (classical and modern), linguistic skills, translation techniques and cultural studies. Specific syllabi differ by university.
6. What skills will I gain from this degree?
You develop language proficiency in reading, writing and speaking Persian, literary analysis, translation skills, cultural understanding and communication abilities useful for language‑related careers.
7. What career options are available after B.A in Persian?
Graduates can pursue roles such as Persian language teacher, translator/interpreter, content writer/editor, foreign language analyst, cultural officer, tourism professional, academic researcher or media specialist.
8. Where can B.A Persian graduates work?
Job opportunities exist in schools and language institutes, universities, publishing houses, media organisations, cultural institutions, tourism and hospitality, foreign embassies, research centres and corporate communication departments.
9. What salary can I expect after graduation?
Starting salaries in India for B.A Persian roles generally range approximately from ₹2 LPA to ₹5 LPA or more, depending on job role, sector and experience. Specialized roles (e.g., foreign language analyst or embassy staff) can offer higher pay.
10. Can I pursue higher studies after B.A in Persian?
Yes. Common options include M.A in Persian, M.Phil or Ph.D. in language and literature, plus related fields such as translation studies, linguistics, comparative literature, and academia or research.