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M.A. in Development Studies 

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  • Estd. 2008

M.A. in Development Studies
 at 
IIT Hyderabad 
Overview

Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

Total Tuition Fees

24,000

Official Website

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Type of University

Public/Government,Autonomous

M.A. in Development Studies
 at 
IIT Hyderabad 
Fees

Fee componentsAmount (2 years)
24,000
1.49 Lakh
17,000
1.90 Lakh
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M.A. in Development Studies
 at 
IIT Hyderabad 
Curriculum

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M.A. in Development Studies
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IIT Hyderabad 
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M.A. in Development Studies
 at 
IIT Hyderabad 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   Can I join IIT Hyderabad without JEE?

A: 

It's not possible to get admission to the BTech programme without JEE. The primary method for securing admission to IIT Hyderabad's BTech programme is by taking the Joint Entrance Examination, which is a national-level entrance exam for admission to the Indian Institutes of Technology. JEE is a mandatory requirement for most undergraduate engineering programmes at IITs, including IIT Hyderabad. Nevertheless, it is crucial to recognise that admission processes and criteria may evolve over time. To remain informed, it is recommended to regularly visit the official website of IIT Hyderabad or reach out to their admissions department directly. It's possible to get into IIT Hyderabad without JEE only if the aspiring candidate is looking to seek admission to the MTech programme. For admission to the MTech programme the candidates need to pass GATE exam and they need to have graduation with 60% marks.

Q:   Can I join IIT Hyderabad without GATE?

A: 

Candidates who hold a BE/BTech degree in Chemical Engineering or a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 8.0 have the opportunity to apply for M.Tech programmes at IIT Hyderabad without a GATE score. The institute offers this alternate pathway to IIT graduates, allowing them to showcase their academic performance and knowledge gained during their undergraduate studies. By meeting the specified eligibility criteria, these candidates can directly apply for M.Tech admission, bypassing the GATE requirement. This provides a valuable opportunity for exceptional IIT graduates to pursue their M.Tech studies at IIT Hyderabad.

Q:   How can I join IIT Hyderabad?

A: 

To join IIT Hyderabad aspriring candidates need to clear JEE, GATE, CEED or UCEED. To be eligible for the BTech programme at IIT Hyderabad aspring candidates need to clear JEE Main followed by JEE Advanced and they also need to have 75% in their class 12 exam. The BTech programme is offered under 15 specialisations at IIT Hyderabad. Some of the specialisations include Artificial Intelligence, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering.

Q:   Which branch is best in IIT Hyderabad?

A: 

 Based on the JOSAA 2022 closing ranks, Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) consistently has lower closing ranks compared to other branches, indicating higher competition for admission. It is a highly sought-after branch due to its demand in the job market and diverse career opportunities in areas such as Software Development, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Science. However, it's important to note that closing ranks can vary each year, and the popularity of a branch can fluctuate.

Q:   Can we join IIIT Hyderabad without JEE Mains?

A: 

It's not possible to get admission to the BTech programme without JEE. The primary method for securing admission to IIT Hyderabad's BTech programme is by taking the Joint Entrance Examination, which is a national-level entrance exam for admission to the Indian Institutes of Technology. JEE is a mandatory requirement for most undergraduate engineering programmes at IITs, including IIT Hyderabad.

M.A. in Development Studies
 at 
IIT Hyderabad 
Entry Requirements

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M.A. in Development Studies
 at 
IIT Hyderabad 
Admission Process

    Important Dates

    Mar 18 - Apr 8, 2024
    Application 2024 start and end date

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    Students also asked

    Q:   What is the expected JEE Main cutoff 2024?

    A: 

    NIT Manipur JEE Main cutoff 2024 has been released for admission to the BTech courses. During the Round 1 cutoff, the closing rank for CSE was 25886 for the General category students under the AII India Quota. Among OBC candidates, the closing rank for B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering stood at 8750. Candidates seeking admisison to NIT Manipur can refer to the table below to check out the Round 1 closing ranks for BTech in CSE course for various categories under the AI quota: 

    Category

    JEE Main 2024 Expected Cutoff

    Common Rank List

    90-91

    Gen-EWS

    75-76

    OBC-NCL

    73-74

    SC

    51-52

    ST

    37-38

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    Q:   What to do after JEE Main session 2 result?

    A: 

    Candidates preparing for IITs are only required to appear for the JEE Advanced entrance exam after qualifying JEE Main. Students who who secure above the 98th percentile in JEE Main 2024 Session 2 should start preparing for JEE Advanced 2025 immediately. Those who score between 95th and 98th percentile should focus on improving their JEE Main score by taking multiple mock tests and practicing previous year's question papers. By analysing their strengths and weaknesses, candidates can identify their areas of proficiency and topics where they need improvement. If they can achieve full marks in their practice sessions, they can start preparing for JEE Advanced. However, if they cannot score full marks, it is recommended that they appear for multiple mock test series for more practice. 

    Q:   Why should I choose IITs?

    A: 

    IITs or Indian Institute of Technology are world-wide recognised as premier institutions of India. The institutes are recognised for offering world-class education. IITs are very competitive and only 1 or 2 % of the total applicants make it to the institute.  In 2023, more than 1.8 lakh (1,80,372 in total) students appeared for JEE Advanced and only 43,769 qualified it. By virtue of clearing one of the competitive exams in India, students get an opportunity to study and share ideas with like-minded people. Check below reasons to join IITs:

     

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    Q:   Is it worth going to IIT Hyderabad?

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     IIT Hyderabad is consistently ranked among the top 10 Engineering institutes in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), making it a highly sought-after institution for Science and Technology education in the country. The total tuition fee of the BTech and Mtech programme can be recovered in a short span of time considering the kind of package the students secure after the completion of the programme, this year the average package offered was INR 20.46 LPA and the highest package secured was INR 65.46 LPA, so considering the total tuition fee and the package secured this seems to be a good return on the investment. 

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    Q:   What is UCEED Round 1 cutoff for IIT Hyderabad?

    A: 

    IIT Hyderbad cutoff 2024 for the BDes course is out. UCEED exam is the basis on which IIT Hyderabad offers admission to the BDes course. Candidates with a valid UCEED cutoff are called for the round-wise UCEED Counselling. Tabulated below is the IIT Hyderabad cutoff 2024 as per the UCEED 2024 Round 1 Seat Allotment for OPEN All India category candidates:

    CourseR1 - Opening RankR1 - Closing Rank
    Bachelor of Design (B.Des.)1855
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