hi,

the admission process and shortlisting process of candidates is depends on the university it self and it varies college to college.

you did not mention which university or colleges you have applied for.

however according to Delhi university the eligibility criteria for b.a courses is as follows,

B.A. (Hons.) Geography- candidates must secure  An aggregate of 55% marks or more in either English or any one of scheduled languages from List A1 as in du official brochure , and a combination of best three other subjects from elective subjects of Lists A and B. Out of the best three, chosen above, one must be same  concerned subject in which admission is sought, failing which a deduction of 1% will be imposed on the aggregate of the Best Four. Inclusion of any subject other than those given in Lists A and B in the best three will lead to a deduction of 2.5% per subject on the aggregate of the Best Four.

b.a in economics- admission is based on dujat score. eligibility criteria is Applicants must studied   Mathematics in the qualifying examination i.e 10+2 course. must secure  An aggregate of 60% marks or more in one Language from List A1, a combination of other best three elective subjects from Lists A and B. Out of the best two chosen above, the non-inclusion of Economics will make a deduction of 1% on the aggregate of the Best Four. Inclusion of any subject other than those given in Lists A and B in the best two will lead to a deduction of 2.5% per subject on the aggregate of the Best Four.

hope it would help.